Postcard Café at Stark-Condé Wines is a beautiful South African restaurant with a unique dining experience. As soon as you arrive, you will be astounded by the breathtaking vista of the rolling clouds in the sky and the Jonkershoek mountains. Being surrounded by nature creates a stunning scene, and the atmosphere is calm and pleasant.
The staff is friendly and attentive and will ensure you have a wonderful dining experience. The restaurant has a tasty menu with several options, one of which is a fantastic breakfast option for the Valley. You won’t soon forget the gorgeous setting of the wine tasting, which is situated amid the lake or dam.
The brunch selections are excellent and reasonably priced, considering the caliber of cuisine. You won’t be disappointed by anything, from the delicious antipasti dish to the outstanding New York-style cheesecake. Exceptional coffee completes the meal and goes well with the dessert.
Additionally, kid-friendly, Postcard Café offers many areas for play and exploration. Therefore, Postcard Café is ideal whether you’re planning a fun family adventure or a romantic supper for two. You won’t regret it—come for the view, stay for the meal!
Postcard Café Breakfast Menu
| Item | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| Braised chickpea and tomato casserole with Usana free-range poached eggs | R75 |
| Add chorizo | R25 |
| Usana free-range egg omelet, mushrooms, bacon, Klein River Colby cheese, salad | R95 |
| Valley Breakfast, two fried Usana free-range eggs, Salsiccia sausage, smoked belly rasher, tomato concassé, pan-fried mushrooms, and sourdough toast. | R115 |
| Croissant or toasted sourdough with homemade jam and butter | R49 |
| Dalewood Jersey yogurt, homemade granola, and fruit compote | R69 |
| Smoked Franschhoek trout salad, lemon and dill crème fraîche with toasted sourdough | R135 |
| Croissant filled with home-cured pork loin and Klein River Colby cheese, whole grain mustard mayonnaise, and dressed rocket salad | R85 |
| Poppy seed bun with hummus, grilled Mediterranean vegetables, and rocket vegan | R85 |
| Winter vegetable minestrone with haricot beans, croutons, and basil pistou vegan | R60 |
| Add bacon | R25 |
| Classic Caesar salad, baby gem lettuce, croutons, white anchovies, Parmigiano Reggiano | R95 |
| Add free-range chicken breast. | R30 |
| Antipasti plate, mortadella, home-cured pork loin, salami, marinated Tokara olives, mushroom à la grecque, hummus, marinated peppers with sultana and pine nuts, piccalilli, Zandam bocconcini, cherry tomatoes and basil pesto | R145 (Half) / R290 (Full) |
| Cheese plate, three local cheeses: Dalewood Languedoc, Klein River 6-month Gruberg, Cremalat Gorgonzola, fig jam, walnuts, homemade chutney, and melba toast | R95 |
Postcard Café Lunch Menu
| Item | Description | Wine Pairing | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antipasti plate | Mortadella, home-cured pork loin, salami, marinated Tokara olives, mushroom à la grecque, hummus, marinated peppers with sultana and pine nuts, piccalilli, Zandam bocconcini, cherry tomatoes, and basil pesto. | “Kara Tara” Pinot Noir 2019 | R145 / R290 |
| Poppy seeded bun with hummus, grilled Mediterranean vegetables, and rocket vegan. | Vegan option with a poppy-seeded bun filled with hummus, grilled Mediterranean vegetables, and rocket. | Stark-Condé “Round Mountain” Sauvignon Blanc 2020 | R85 |
| Winter vegetable minestrone with haricot beans, croutons, and basil pistou vegan | A hearty winter vegetable minestrone with haricot beans, croutons, and basil pistou. Bacon can be added for an extra R25. | Stark-Condé “Round Mountain” Sauvignon Blanc 2020 | R60 (+ R25 for bacon) |
| Classic Caesar salad, baby gem lettuce, croutons, white anchovies, Parmigiano Reggiano | Classic Caesar salad featuring baby gem lettuce, croutons, white anchovies, and Parmigiano Reggiano. Add a free-range chicken breast for an extra R30. | Stark-Condé Field Blend Estate White 2020 | R95 (+ R30 for chicken breast) |
| Smoked Franschhoek trout salad with lemon and dill crème fraîche | Smoked Franschhoek trout salad with lemon and dill crème fraîche. | Stark-Condé “Round Mountain” Sauvignon Blanc 2020 | R135 |
| Usana free-range egg omelet, mushrooms, bacon, Klein River Colby cheese, salad | Usana free-range egg omelet with mushrooms, bacon, Klein River Colby cheese, and salad. | Stark-Condé Field Blend Estate White 2020 | R95 |
| Mild yellow Thai vegetable curry, white rice, pineapple, cucumber and tomato salad | A mild yellow Thai vegetable curry served with white rice and a side of pineapple, cucumber, and tomato salad. | Stark-Condé Field Blend Estate White 2020 | R145 |
| Lightly cured hake, beurre blanc sauce, wilted spinach, peas, baby carrots, Mediterranean potatoes | Lightly cured hake with beurre blanc sauce, wilted spinach, peas, baby carrots, and Mediterranean potatoes. | Stark-Condé “Round Mountain” Sauvignon Blanc 2020 | R175 |
| Free-range Teriyaki beef burger, homemade sesame bun, pickles and crispy potato wedges | Free-range Teriyaki beef burger served on a homemade sesame bun with pickles and crispy potato wedges. | Stark-Condé Stellenbosch Syrah 2017 | R145 |
| Pork mince bobotie, turmeric rice, tomato, and onion salad with homemade chutney | Pork mince bobotie served with turmeric rice, tomato, and onion salad, accompanied by homemade chutney. | Stark-Condé Stellenbosch Syrah 2017 | R125 |
| Shogayaki, thinly sliced marinated pork neck, white rice, vegetables, teriyaki ginger sauce | Shogayaki features a thinly sliced marinated pork neck served with white rice, vegetables, and teriyaki ginger sauce. | “Kara Tara” Pinot Noir 2019 | R165 |
| Beef fillet, ratatouille niçoise, crispy potato wedges, red wine sauce | Beef fillet with ratatouille niçoise, crispy potato wedges, and a red wine sauce. | Stark-Condé Three Pines Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 | R225 |
| Cheese plate | Cheese plate featuring three local kinds of cheese: Dalewood Languedoc, Klein River 6-month Gruberg, and Cremalat Gorgonzola, along with fig jam, walnuts, homemade chutney, and melba toast. | Lingen Red Blend 2016 | R95 |
Postcard Café Sweets
| Sweet | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| Crème caramel | R60 |
| Almond tart with berry compote and whipped cream | R65 |
| Carrot cupcake with orange zest cream cheese frosting | R45 |
| Baked cheesecake with whipped cream | R60 |
| Valrhona chocolate mousse cake with orange compote | R65 |
| Tiramisu | R60 |
| Sachertorte, dark chocolate and apricot cake with almond liqueur crème anglaise | R65 |
| Orange and almond cake served with vanilla ice cream | R60 |
| Hello Dolly, chocolate, pecan and coconut square | R45 |
| Canelé Bordelais | R25 |
| Selection of homemade ice creams and sorbet: Vanilla pod ice cream, pistachio ice cream, berry sorbet | R20 per scoop |
Postcard Café Hot Drinks
| Hot Drink | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| Espresso | R18/R22 |
| Cappuccino | R28 |
| Latte | R30 |
| Americano | R22 |
| Red Cappuccino | R27 |
| Red Latte | R30 |
| Golden Turmeric Latte | R28 |
| Matcha Green Tea Latte | R28 |
| Hot Chocolate | R28 |
| Tea (English Breakfast/Earl Grey/Green/Rooibos/Fresh Mint) | R20 |
| Non-dairy alternative (available on request, add R8) | R8 (additional) |
Postcard Café Cold Drinks
| Cold Drink | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| Still or Sparkling Water, 750ml | R30 |
| Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice | R30 |
| Cloudy Apple Juice | R25 |
| Fresh Fruit Cordials (Still/Sparkling) | R25 |
| Homemade Lemon Ice Tea | R25 |
| Ice Coffee | R28 |
| Coke / Coke Zero | R25 |
| Appletizer / Grapetizer | R25 |
| Fitch & Leedes Lemonade/Soda/Tonic/Sugar-Free Tonic | R25 |
| Rock Shandy | R32 |
Postcard Café Kids Menu
| Item | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| Scrambled Eggs and Pork Sausage | R35 |
| Toasted Ham and Cheese Sandwich with Potato Chips | R47 |
| Penne Pasta with Fresh Tomato Sauce, Ham, and Grated Cheese | R55 |
| Crumbed Chicken Strips and Potato Chips | R55 |
| Carrot Cupcake with Orange Zest Cream Cheese Frosting (Sweets) | R45 |
| Selection of Homemade Ice Creams and Sorbet (Sweets) | R20 per scoop |
Postcard Café White Wine
| Wine | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| Stark-Condé “Round Mountain” Sauvignon Blanc 2020 | R58 / R205 |
| Stark-Condé “Round Mountain” Sauvignon Blanc 2019 | R295 |
| Stark-Condé “Round Mountain” Sauvignon Blanc 2016 | R320 |
| Stark-Condé Field Blend Estate White 2020 | R66 / R235 |
| Stark-Condé Field Blend Estate White 2016 | R365 |
Postcard Café Red Wine
| Wine | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| Lingen Red Blend 2016 | R87 / R310 |
| Lingen Red Blend 2010 | R565 |
| Stark-Condé Oude Nektar 2017 | R850 |
| Stark-Condé Oude Nektar 2014 | R1285 |
Postcard Café Cabernet Sauvignon
| Wine | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| Stark-Condé Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 | R82 / R290 |
| Stark-Condé Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 | R405 |
| Stark-Condé Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 | R460 |
| Stark-Condé “Three Pines” Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 | R132 / R470 |
| Stark-Condé “Three Pines” Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 | R680 |
| Stark-Condé “Three Pines” Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 | R670 |
| Condè Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum 2002 | R2600 |
Postcard Café Syrah
| Wine | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| Stark-Condé Stellenbosch Syrah 2017 | R62 / R220 |
| Stark-Condé Stellenbosch Syrah 2014 | R330 |
| Stark-Condé Stellenbosch Syrah 2012 | R360 |
| Stark-Condé “Three Pines” Syrah 2017 | R132 / R470 |
| Stark-Condé “Three Pines” Syrah 2011 | R800 |
| Stark-Condé “Three Pines” Syrah 2010 | R835 |
Postcard Café Other Varietals
| Wine | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| “Kara Tara” Pinot Noir 2019 | R56 / R200 |
| Stark-Condé Stellenbosch Petite Sirah 2018 | R62 / R220 |
| Stark-Condé Stellenbosch Petite Sirah 2014 | R330 |
| Stark-Condé Stellenbosch Petite Sirah 2013 | R345 |
Postcard Café Aperitif and Beer
| Aperitif and Beer | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| ‘Hope on Hopkins’ Gin and Tonic | R65 / R85 |
| Devils Peak Lager | R40 |
| Devils Peak First Light Golden Ale | R40 |
| Devils Peak ‘Hero’ non-alcoholic | R35 |
Postcard Café Sparkling Wine
| Sparkling Wine | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| Villiera Tradition Brut NV | R290 |
| Villiera Tradition Brut Rosé | R290 |
| NV Thelema Blanc de Blanc 2015 | R360 |
| Pieter Ferreira Blanc de Blanc 2013 | R595 |