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FABER restaurant at Avondale wine
Drakenstein Rd, Paarl, 7646, South Africa
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Br
Review №1

Wonderful experience with beautiful setting, nice warm fire place, fabulous service & delicious menu. Highly recommended

Ke
Review №2

Situated on a beautiful wine estate with fantastic mountain views. From the moment we stepped into the restaurant, we were welcomed by every staff member. We did not have a reservation, however, they were willing to accommodate us even though they were expecting a big crowd. To our surprise, we received complimentary sour dough bread with a herb aioli and honey butter, as well as delicious pumpkin fritters and freshly squeezed plum juice. For the starter, we had the oven roasted celeriac, which was a perfect combination of sweet and savoury - the cheese flavour was just perfect. For mains we had the pan roasted Black Bream, which was cooked to perfection with tender grilled squid. Dessert was the aromatic poached guava - a wonderfully refreshing end to our fine dining lunch experience. I will recommend this place if you are looking for a fine dining restaurant.

Gr
Review №3

Probally the best food and service I have had at a restaurant ever..

Ab
Review №4

Exceptional lunch experience at Faber Restaurant at Avondale on Sunday. We had slowly braised pork belly and asparagus for starters, with rack of lamb for mains. Everything prepared to perfection and service to match. The menu is well structured with a good range but not too long. They also offer a 6 course tasting menu. The setting is beautiful and we selected the outside setting in the lovely garden.

Ni
Review №5

The food was excellent and the service exceptional, while the location is beautiful.I enjoyed the takbok starter very much and the bream main course was delicious.Even the coffee was good.

Lu
Review №6

Outstanding food, service and wine! Heaven on a plate!

Sa
Review №7

Beautiful setting, amazing food. Tried takbok (Reindeer) for the first time. Presentation of food is artful. Well worth a visit.

Ju
Review №8

Amazing food and service

Jo
Review №9

This is our fourth visit to FABER and each visits experience exceeds the previous. Our table for two was seated outside on the veranda overlooking the farm and valley - absolute breath-taking setting. Our lunch dishes were a visual masterpiece and were even more exquisite on the palate with the paired Avondale Wine. The entire team is upbeat and the positive vibe in the restaurant is contagious. The restaurant offers a unique holistic experience and I highly recommend to both local folk and international travellers.

Ju
Review №10

Absolutely the best restaurant in Paarl!! The food, the experience, the friendly welcoming staff and the attention to detail in everything 👌

Ky
Review №11

Faber is an incredible experience and the go to for celebrations. They are accommodating with food allergies. The experience is what I would say a master chef experience with a kitchen you can watch prepare your food. Fast, efficient, delicious food and the wine is sublime 20/10.

Ma
Review №12

Always a great experience. Lovely atmosphere, friendly staff and most amazing food!

Ro
Review №13

Great food, friendly service, stunning views, beautiful surroundings. And now again you can taste the Avondale wines!

Re
Review №14

Wow is the first words that form in my mind, just before it is blown away by the exquisite food...From the home baked selection of breads, served with butter and houmous and dukka, though mains featuring Karoo LAMB (OH MY GOODNESS) and Sirloin steak, to the Burnt Cheesecake desert, my taste buds were DANCING!Did I say WOW? If I hadnt, it definitely worth a mention

He
Review №15

One of the most beautiful settings for a restaurant hosts loving and nurturing food.

MI
Review №16

Chef Dale Stevens cooks an amazing food with the authentic supply in his yard. Really appreciated. 🍇🍷

Ja
Review №17

Fantastic food and fantastic setting!

Ma
Review №18

The perfect experience if your preference is for a natural setting with high quality produce and stunning scenery!

Za
Review №19

Fantastic food with professional and friendly service.This beautiful farm is a must visit.

Ja
Review №20

Delicious food and excellent service

Co
Review №21

Blown away by the service by Blessing our waiter for the lunch; as well as the food and scenery. I must mention also the great Rose wine!This was an oustanding meal. Possibly my best meal of 2020? I think so.....Well done Team. I truly hope to be back soon 🥰

Ry
Review №22

Outstanding food and great service. Felt well taken care of by the team. Definitely a must!

BM
Review №23

Beautiful venue, friendly staff, professional. A must to experience the hospitality.

Ca
Review №24

Really enjoyed lunch here today. Lovely venue with great food, wine and service. Good options for kids and lots of space for them to run around with soccer ball provided.Plus the only restaurant on our trip that read the reservation notes in advance and provided gluten free for coeliac with no fuss (including a GF pumpkin fritter and selection of breads!)Nice little shop attached too

Ma
Review №25

Amazing service paired with delicious food, wine and views this is an absolute must. Hidden away from the busy city this is such a beautiful break-away to relax with your loved ones and enjoy organic home grown food :)

Je
Review №26

Lovely welcome at the front door. Exceptional service. Impeccable food. Dont think about it just go!

An
Review №27

Fantastic stylish venue, fantastic food and lovely wine, fantastic effective friendly staff - made for a fantastic experience on a special occasion.

Ka
Review №28

Absolutely decadent, from service to food to coffee ☕ Thank you guys & to Blessing for the outstandingservice, definitely a place we would recommend & come back again 👌

Do
Review №29

Amazing venue with great seasonal food. Service was outstanding with food to match. The atmosphere was relaxed and the kids were allowed to play soccer on the lawn and splash in the fountain (in fact they even provided the towels and soccer ball!). High chairs available for smaller children.

Review №30

Great Food, Great Wine. Worth every cent...

In
Review №31

One of the most beautiful and wonderful restaurants I have been to. Lovely waiters and the most stunning sunset. Will definitely come back in the future!!

Le
Review №32

Beautiful evening at Faber on Avondale: the setting, the staff and service, the amazing food and wine - all could not be better. First class. Thank you to the whole team who make visiting an amazing experience.

Ti
Review №33

Disappointing evening despite beautiful location. Steaks were too tough, my mother in law couldnt even finish hers. Our complaint was ignored. Rest of the food was good. What we dont appreciate is the fact that they counted 2 small children as full guests to automatically add a 12.5% tip. Wont go back in a long time.

Da
Review №34

Had dinner here on a Saturday evening. Astonishing surroundings in a beautiful restaurant. Food was excellent with lots of complementary tastes. We experienced great hostmanship.Next time in South Africa we will definitely eat at Faber again.

Le
Review №35

Full stars in every way

Mi
Review №36

From using the web site to book, the greeting at the gate and the reception at the restaurant,everyrhing was exceptional.The food was superb and the service fantastic.I would highly recommend it and we will be going there again

Ro
Review №37

Absolutely excellent. Stunning. Great service and even better food. Fantastic wine. The service itself was worth it. The views during sunset are spectacular. The chef killed it with the food, and he personally came up and asked us how the food was. Would wholeheartedly recommend

Ch
Review №38

Great dinning experience. Definite value for money relative to competitors. Would definitely recommend. .

Se
Review №39

We had a wonderful lunch at Faber. The setting in the gardens is absolutely stunning, food was exquisite and very well presented, and most of all the staff were incredibly friendly and dedicated to making our experience memorable. Highly recommended.

Ma
Review №40

An absolutely stunning meal. Thank you and well done Chef. The meal was everything you expect from a fine dining experience. Portions for starters and mains plus all the little extras were perfect and an excellent Chenin Amina ensured a wonderful experience. The lovely garden and mountain views along with friendly staff, completed our happy outing to Faber. Highly recommended

Ni
Review №41

Excellent food and service. Fine dining at a reasonable price. Venue is incredible. Views over Paarl are stunning

Sa
Review №42

I would like to thank the whole of the FABER team profusely for such a beautiful celebration on our Anniversary. We could not have picked out a better place. We were both blown away by the meal and presentations, and in such a spectacular setting. Our friendly, and most informative waiter, Jeff was the cherry on top - he really went the extra mile and for that we are very grateful. We wish to spend every anniversary there from now on. At the very least - we will definitely be back! Thank you Avondale!

fl
Review №43

Went to faber with friends from UK we were always sure about the capabilities of service and food standards but this time we were astonished by what we faber provided thanks to the service that we got food was amazing well done Chef for always making those great dishes please l would advise that when you visit try the yellow tail dish amazing

Me
Review №44

Beautiful, tasty and well-presented variety of dishes. The view from the restaurant is breathtaking and the service is excellent.

Gr
Review №45

Great scenery, atmosphere and friendly staff that makes you feel welcome. This is a great romantic place for a couple.

Fr
Review №46

Suberb!!!! 5 stars are not enough to rate the overall experience we had.From the moment we stepped foot in the restaurant, welcomed by Blessing, we could feel the atmosphere of this place is so warm and professional. Blessings service and caring personality made it even more worth it and special.The food were absolutely amazing, with a French flair, we loved the freshness and amazing combinations that Chef Dale has created.They were even accommodating to my gluten intolerance.All the staff members were extremely friendly and helpful.I am in the Hospitality industry myself and its just amazing to see such an amazing team - one can immediately see and notice if staff is working as a team and are happy.We will be back, this is definitely my #1 so far in the Winelands (its beyond places like Tokara and Reubens)...RegardsRuan and Fransunette

Da
Review №47

Fantastic food and such hospitable service.

Go
Review №48

Food and atmosphere compliment each other perfectly

Se
Review №49

Fantastic 6 course-menu and great service

Re
Review №50

Good quality and hearty food. Definitely recommend giving it a shot.

Sa
Review №51

Always a pleasure, mouthwatering experience.

Le
Review №52

All staffs are Customer friendly

Ch
Review №53

Awesome food. Excellent!!!

Da
Review №54

Gourmet food! Excellent!

Yo
Review №55

My happy place

Jo
Review №56

Super special.

An
Review №57

Quite outstanding

I
Review №58

Excellent!

Cl
Review №59

Amazing!

Bl
Review №60

Fabulous

Il
Review №61

Top!! A great restaurant with excellent service!We were here twice in a row and very enthusiastic. The service is sensationally good, the wines really good and the food excellent. Here are all very service oriented, super friendly and always eager to spoil the guests.

To
Review №62

Fantastic modern menu with special food combinations and fantastic taste down to the smallest detail.

ge
Review №63

Great. Michelin at least two stars! And very affordable and really beautiful ambiance. Recommended!

Th
Review №64

Very good food and nice ambience. Overall good value for money

Ro
Review №65

Wow.

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  • Address:Drakenstein Rd, Paarl, 7646, South Africa
  • Site:http://avondalewine.co.za/faber/
  • Phone:+27 21 202 1219
Categories
  • Restaurant
Working hours
  • Monday:12–3PM
  • Tuesday:12–3PM
  • Wednesday:12–3PM
  • Thursday:12–3PM
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:12–3PM
Service options
  • Dine-in:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Beer:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Cosy:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
Planning
  • Accepts reservations:Yes
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