EATING OUT
RESTAURANTS & WINERIES
Whalesong Lodge guesthouse is located close to several premier wine regions, including the Hemel en Aarde Valley. This appellation has already established itself as one of the premier viticulture sites in the Cape, traditionally specializing in Pinot noir and Chardonnay. In South African terms it is seen as one of the coolest vineyard sites, with the ability to create wines of finesse, balance and complexity and is unique as the only appellation in the Cape where every vineyard has a view of the nearby Atlantic Ocean. Here’s our guide to the best restaurants in Gansbaai, De Kelders and beyond.
RESTAURANTS
It is advisable to book ahead for many restaurants, we would be delighted to make reservations on your behalf.
WALKING DISTANCE FROM WHALESONG
- Kloeks @ Home – an intimate little restaurant with a blackboard menu. Unlicenced so take your favourite wine along to complete the experience.
Ph: 028 384 2769
78 De Villiers Street
De Kelders - Benguella – a set menu including wine, sitting at a table of 12. Quite an experience of good company and delicious food.
Ph: 087 725 2085
24 Eiland Street
De Kelders - JT’s Kitchen – Blackboard menu that changes with the tide. A unique dining experience that celebrates fresh seafood, curries and pasta, 20 minutes walk from Whalesong Lodge.
Ph: 076 199 6018
17 Cove Street
De Kelders - Coffee on the Rocks – perfect for a light lunch. Pop in and see the specials of the day, enjoying the breathtaking view. Located next to Whalesong Lodge.
Ph: 028 384 2017
81 Cliff Street
De Kelders
Open Wed-Sun 10h00-17h00
GANSBAAI (3KM AWAY)
- Blue Goose – offers a casual dining experience, focussing on sustainable ingredients and flavours unique to the Overberg
Ph: 028 384 1106
12 Franken Street
Gansbaai - Schneiders Fine Dining & Casual Table – Creativity and diversity of chef Jurgen Schneider, the ultimate foodie experience.
Ph: 082 088 0307
13 Main Road
Gansbaai - Gansbaai Coffee Company – specialty coffee roastery. Home to perfection brewed coffee, light lunches and freshly baked sweet treats.
Ph: 082 649 5730
38 Church Street
Gansbaai
Open til 15h00 and weekends until 13h00
If you would like to visit Hermanus there are a huge number of restaurants available. Ask us for our current recommendations.
WINERIES
We have put together a list of our favourite Wine Estates that you are able to visit. (Open Mon to Fri, Sat half day), you will also find some of their wines on our wine list.
HEMEL EN AARDE VALLEY
- Hermanuspietersfontein;
- Bouchard Finlayson;
- Newton Johnson; and
- our favourite, Creation, who do a great food and wine pairing, and they are open on Sundays
STANFORD
- Raka Wines is nestled in the Kleinrivier Valley 17km out of Stanford on the R326. Taste our favourite, the award winning Biography Shiraz.
FYNBOS ROAD
On your way to the southern tip of Africa is the newest wine region of South Africa. Located next to Elim, you will find Zoetendal and Black Oystercatcher, on the road to Wolvengat you will find the southernmost cellar in Africa: Strandveld Wines
MARKETS
SATURDAY MORNING
- Stanford Saturday Morning Market from 09:00 – 11:00 on the verandah of the Stanford Hotel – find locally grown fresh produce and locally made breads, pastries, pies, quiches and more.
- Hermanus Country Market on Saturdays from 09:00 – 13:00: a great morning out with plenty of food stalls as well as locally made handicrafts.
- Hermanus Art Market – once a month
- Hermanuspietersfontein Market from 09:00 – 13:00: another great option for Saturday mornings, the focus is on food and the wines of the host winery.
- Gansbaai Farmer’s Market 09:00 – 14:00: offering farm fresh produce, oven fresh based bread & pastries, indigenous plants, craft beer and local wines.
LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH (SEPTEMBER TO MAY)
- Stanford Sunset Market from 18:00 – 20:00 on the Market Square: live music, local wines and beers, artisanal food and gift stalls.