Nestled between the vineyards, Skilpadvlei Restaurant is renowned for its traditional South African cuisine, relaxed atmosphere, and breathtaking views of the Stellenbosch Hills and mountains beyond. The establishment boasts a warm and welcoming ambiance with spacious table settings and comfortable seating arrangements.
The interior design is elegant and stylish, creating a relaxed atmosphere for diners to enjoy their meals. Skilpadvlei Restaurant offers an extensive menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The staff is friendly and well-mannered, and the service is quick.
Their specialties are traditionally South African favorites such as lamb curry, tripe, and flame-grilled pork ribs; for contemporary classics, try their steaks, delicious salads, woodfire pizzas, and famous Skilpadvlei burgers. Still, have some room left? They’ve covered your sweet tooth with something from their popular dessert menu. Overall, it is a go-to destination in South Africa.
Skilpadvlei Breakfast Menu
| Item | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| SKILPADVLEI BREAKFAST | Two eggs with mushrooms, crispy streaky bacon, grilled tomato, boerewors, liver or chicken skilpadjie, and chips. Served with toast. ADD 150g BEEF PATTY | R125 |
| PANNETJIE BREAKFAST | Savory mince, chorizo, peppers, onion, mushrooms, tomato, and two poached eggs. Served with toast. | R98 |
| LIGHT BREAKFAST | Scrambled eggs, crispy streaky bacon, grilled tomato, and mushrooms. Served with toast. | R75 |
| SMOKED HAM CROISSANT | Fresh lettuce, tomato, avocado (seasonal), smoked ham & sweet chili mayo dressing. | R50 |
| SALMON CROISSANT | Avocado (seasonal), salmon, red onion, cucumber, cream cheese, spring onion with honey and soy sauce. | R140 |
| BOERE OMELETTE | A three-egg omelet filled with 150g of savory mince and cheddar cheese served with toast. | R95 |
| JOHN DEERE | Salmon, crème fraiche, capers, cucumber, scrambled or poached eggs, and avocado (seasonal). Served on sourdough. | R99 |
| FRENCH TOAST | Freshly baked bread soaked in an egg mixture served with crispy streaky bacon topped with caramelized bananas, crème fraiche, and a dash of syrup & cinnamon. | R108 |
| BUBBLY | JC Le Roux (250ML) | R105 |
| EGGS BENEDICT | Two poached eggs served on a bed of spinach on a toasted English muffin topped with Hollandaise sauce. | R140 |
| CLASSIC OMELETTE | Three-egg omelet filled with bacon, tomato, onion, mushrooms, and cheddar cheese. Served with toast. | R99 |
| STREAKY BACON | Tasty streaky bacon | R50 |
| SALMON | Mouth-watering salmon | R140 |
| WILD STEAK BREKKIE | 200g Rump steak topped with two fried eggs. Served with chips. Add Toasted Bun | R130 R10 |
| HEALTHY BREAKFAST | Fresh seasonal fruit served with plain yogurt, luxury muesli, and honey. | R85 |
| THREE-OMELETTE | Three-egg omelet filled with mushrooms, bacon, and venison meat with a white sauce topped with mozzarella cheese and served with toast. | R70 |
| JOHN DEERE BOERE BREKKIE | Two slices of toast or a bun served with 150g savory mince topped with cheddar cheese and two fried eggs. | R85 |
| EXTRAS | ||
| EGG SLICE OF TOAST TOMATO MUSHROOMS STREAKY BACON AVOCADO (SEASONAL) CHICKEN SKILPADJIE LIVER SKILPADJIE BOEREWORS CROISSANT | R8 R10 R15 R30 R40 R50 R85 R85 R85 R40 |
Skilpadvlei Lunch & Dinner Menu
The lunch and dinner menu includes starters, salads, pizza, mains, and seafood.
Starters
| Item | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| CRUMBED MUSHROOMS | Dusted in seasoned flour and breadcrumbs, fried until golden brown. Served with lemon mayo. | R239 |
| CALAMARI | Dusted in peri-peri seasoned flour and fried until golden brown. Served with lemon mayo. | R180 |
| CHICKEN WINGS | Peri-peri / BBQ basting. | R70 |
| GARLIC SNAILS | Served with garlic butter and freshly baked brown bread. ADD MOZZARELLA | R75 R30 |
| TRINCHARDO WORSE | Springbok sausage in a trinchardo sauce served with freshly baked bread. | R75 |
| DRUNKEN MUSSELS | Mussels steamed in creamy white wine broth with onions, garlic, lemongrass, and chili and served with toast. | R72 |
| OYSTERS | Tasty Oysters | R65 |
Mains
| Item | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| PORK BELLY | Braised pork belly on mashed potatoes with red wine sauce and caramelized pears. Served with veg of the day. | R180 |
| PORK RIBS (800g RAW WEIGHT) | Basted and flame-grilled, served with chips and onion rings. | R239 |
| SKILPADVLEI BURGER | 150g Homemade beef patty or 150g crumbed/grilled chicken fillet topped with a slice of cheddar, mushroom sauce, and caramelized onions on a toasted bun. Served with chips. | R120 |
| SKILPADVLEI DELUXE BURGER | 2 x 150g Homemade beef patties topped with a slice of cheddar, mushroom sauce, and caramelized onions on a toasted bun. Served with chips. | R150 |
| VENISON STEAK | Venison medallions are served with mashed potatoes, vegetables, and a red wine sauce. | R185 |
| FLAME GRILLED STEAK | 300g Rump steak served with chips & onion rings. | R185 |
| CHICKEN SCHNITZEL | Deep-fried panko crumbed chicken fillet. Served with chips and a side salad. ADD SAUCE OF YOUR CHOICE | R119 |
| BREDIE OF THE DAY | Ask about today’s selection. | R195 |
| VAAL/CURRY AFVAL | Served with rice and vegetables. | R195 |
| LASAGNE | Homemade beef lasagne served with a side salad. | R149 |
| BASIL PESTO PASTA | Creamy pesto-basted linguine pasta with cocktail tomatoes and parmesan. | R105 |
| NACHOS | Plain nachos with mozzarella, cheddar, and tomato & onion salsa. Served with crème fraiche and guacamole. ADD CHICKEN OR BACON ADD MINCE | R118 |
| SURF & TURF | 200g Rump steak & 150g deep-fried calamari served with chips and battered onion rings. | R190 |
| MIXED GRILL | 300g Flame-grilled pork ribs, 200g rump steak, and 300g peri-peri or BBQ-basted chicken wings. Served with chips and onion rings. | R275 |
| SKILPADVLEI BASKET | 300g Flame-grilled pork ribs, 300g peri-peri or BBQ-basted chicken wings, and 150g deep-fried calamari. Served with chips and lemon mayo. | R349 |
| SKILPADVLEI MEAT PLATTER (FOR 2) | 200g Flame grilled rump steak, 200g pork belly, 300g peri-peri or BBQ basted chicken wings, homemade meatballs, three boiled eggs, battered onion rings, crumbed mushrooms, and chips. | R219 |
| TASTY EXTRAS | Side salad, deep-fried battered onion rings, veg of the day, crumbed mushrooms, hand-cut fries. Sauces – pepper, mushroom, red wine, or cheese | R30 |
Salads
| Item | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| BUTTERNUT & BEETROOT SALAD | Honey-grilled butternut, beetroot, cherry tomatoes, feta, and pumpkin seeds. Served on a bed of greens with balsamic dressing. ADD GRILLED CHICKEN STRIPS R30 AND SMOKED SALMON R55 | R92 |
| SMOKED SALMON SALAD | Smoked salmon, cream cheese with sesame seeds, lettuce, avocado (seasonal), cherry tomatoes, and capers with a soy and honey dressing. | R190 |
| CRISPY CALAMARI SALAD | Crispy calamari, exotic tomatoes, fennel, celery, and red onion. Served on a bed of greens. | R115 |
| THE VEGAN TURTLE | Bulgur wheat with black beans, whole corn, chickpeas served with basil, red onion, and tomato-based relish. | R85 |
| SUMMER SALAD | Strawberries, red onion, pecan nuts, and crumbed feta. Served on a bed of baby spinach. Drizzled with balsamic glaze. | R95 |
Seafood Menu
| Item | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| HAKE & CHIPS | Battered hake and chips served with lemon mayo. | R130 |
| HAKE & CALAMARI | Battered hake & deep-fried calamari served with chips and lemon mayo. | R169 |
| CALAMARI | Dusted in peri-peri seasoned flour, fried until golden brown, and served with chips or savory rice and lemon mayo. | R115 |
Pizza
| Item | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| GARLIC & FETA | Garlic and feta served with tzatziki. | R70 |
| BILTONG PIZZA | Biltong, peppadew, feta, rocket, and caramelized onions. | R145 |
| MARGARITA | Tomato base with mozzarella cheese. | R80 |
| CALIFORNIA | Bacon, feta, and avocado (seasonal). | R120 |
| CHICKEN & PEPPADEW | Chicken, peppa, feta, and avocado (seasonal). | R130 |
| DEBONED RIB | Deboned rib, peppadew, green pepper, and onions. | R140 |
| MEATY FEAST | Ham, bacon, chorizo, and salami. | R150 |
| CREAMY PORKY | Crème fraiche-based pizza topped with crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and spring onion. | R105 |
Extra Toppings
| Extra Toppings | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| TOMATO, ONIONS, PEPPERS, PEPPADEWS | R15 |
| FETA, JALAPENOS, PINEAPPLE | R30 |
| CHEDDAR, MOZZARELLA, HAM, BACON, SALAMI, CHICKEN, CHORIZO, MUSHROOMS, AVOCADO (SEASONAL) | R20 |
Skilpadvlei Wines Menu
| Item | Description | Glass (R) | Bottle (R) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SKILPADVLEI ROSÉ | Fresh, off-dry Rosé with subtle notes of fresh fruit and muskiness on the nose. | R40 | R115 |
| SKILPADVLEI MERLOT | Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels. Easy drinking Merlot with red berries and soft spice on the palate | R40 | R130 |
| SKILPADVLEI ML JOUBERT (FLAGSHIP) | 50% Cabernet Sauvignon/ 50% Merlot. Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels. Dark berries and blackcurrant notes on the nose integrated with soft tannins on the palate. | R50 | R165 |
| PEARLY BAY SWEET ROSÉ | An easy-drinking sweet Rosé with hints of strawberry, floral aromas, and spice. | N/A | R125 |
| PINK VALLEY ROSÉ | This blush-colored Rosé shows extraordinarily bright fruit, with ripe melon and tropical fruit notes. | N/A | R200 |
| RUPERT & ROTHSCHILD CLASSIQUE | Delicious black fruit, earthy notes, and silky smooth tannins make the wine soft and elegant. | N/A | R330 |
| LE CHANT ROUGE | Blend of 38% Merlot, 21% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Cabernet Franc, 2% Sangiovese and 9% Shiraz. | N/A | R295 |
| TAAIBOSCH CRESCENDO | Blend of 65% Cabernet Franc, 30% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine has upfront tropical and fruit aromas with typical muscat flavors. | N/A | R540 |
| PEARLY BAY NATURAL SWEET WHITE | Well-balanced acidity. Nose and palate fresh, predominantly tropical fruitiness. | N/A | R125 |
| SKILPADVLEI SAUVIGNON BLANC | Tropical nose with subtle hints of green melon & lime. Zesty citrus flavors on the palate with a long mineral finish. | R40 | R125 |
| RAATS CHENIN BLANC | Tropical nose with subtle hints of green melon & lime. Zesty citrus flavours on the palate with a long mineral finish. | N/A | R280 |
| MCC | PONGRACZ METHODE CAP CLASSIQUE BRUT PINK VALLEY ROSÉ MCC | N/A | R345 R345 |
| Bubbly | JC LE ROUX LE DOMAINE JC LE ROUX LE FLEURETTE | N/A | R194 R194 |
| Dessert STELLENBOSCH HILLS MUSCAT DE HAMBOURG | Sunset-colored, almost explosively fragrant with candy floss, boiled sweets, rose teal, and violet bouquets. | R30 | N/A |
Skilpadvlei Beers & Cocktails
| Item | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Beers | ||
| CASTLE LAGER | Castle Lager Beer | R35 |
| BLACK LABEL | Black Label Beer | R35 |
| CASTLE LITE | Castle Lite Beer | R35 |
| WINDHOEK LAGER | Windhoek Lager Beer | R35 |
| HEINEKEN | Heineken Beer | R35 |
| Cocktails | ||
| MANGO & GINGER GIN FIZZ | Mango puree shaken with gin and topped up with ginger ale. | R75 |
| MANGO & MINT DAIQUIRI | Local craft beer mango puree & mint syrup blended with lime and rum served frozen. | R75 |
| STRAWBERRY DAIQUIRI | Strawberry puree blended with lime and rum, served frozen. | R75 |
| CLASSIC MOJITO | Mint, lime, and sugar syrup muddled with rum, topped with crushed ice, and charged with soda. | R75 |
| SEX ON THE FARM | Brandy, vodka shaken with orange juice and layered with grenadine, peach, and blue citrus syrups. | R75 |
| SKILPADVLEI LAGOON | Vodka shaken with lemonade, lime, and blue citrus syrup served on ice and topped up with Sprite. | R75 |
| PINA COLADA | Malibu blended with cream, pineapple, and coconut flavors. | R75 |
| GREEN MAMBA | Lekka lime, green apple syrup, lemonade syrup, tequila & soda water. | R75 |
| PUMPKIN SPICE | Dry bitter orange, pumpkin spice syrup, premium brandy, and crushed ice. | R75 |
| FRUIT DE LA PASSION | Lemonade syrup, passion fruit mix, lime, and vodka. | R75 |
Skilpadvlei Spirits, Whiskey, Rum & Liqueurs
| Item | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| Spirits | |
| Gordon’s Gin | R20 |
| Mrs. Muller Pink Gin | R30 |
| Smirnoff Vodka | R20 |
| Jose Cuervo Silver | R25 |
| Whiskey | |
| Bell’s | R22 |
| Jameson | R35 |
| J&B | R22 |
| Monkey Shoulder | R45 |
| Johnnie Walker Black | R39 |
| Rum | |
| Bacardi | R20 |
| Captain Morgan | R20 |
| Red Heart Rum | R25 |
| Liquers | |
| Amarula | R25 |
| Jagermeister | R30 |
| Kahlua | R25 |
| Caramel Lovoka | R25 |
Skilpadvlei Hot Beverages
| Item | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| FILTER COFFEE | R25 |
| AMERICANO | R30 |
| ESPRESSO | R35 |
| CAPPUCCINO | R45 |
| CAPPUCCINO WITH CREAM | R35 |
| MOCHACCINO | R35 |
| CAFE LATTE | R45 |
| CHAI STEAMERS | R37 |
| DIRTY CHAI | R39 |
| HAZELNUT LATTE | R35 |
| WHITE HOT CHOCOLATE | R30 |
| HOT CHOCOLATE | R25 |
| RED CAPPUCCINO | R37 |
| ROOIBOS CEYLON TEA | R25 |
Skilpadvlei Milkshakes Menu
| Item | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| STRAWBERRY | R37 |
| CHOCOLATE | R37 |
| VANILLA | R37 |
| LIME | R37 |
| BUBBLEGUM | R37 |
| BANANA | R37 |
Skilpadvlei Specialty Shakes
| Item | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| PEANUT BUTTER | R55 |
| COOKIES & CREAM | R55 |
| SALTED CARAMEL | R55 |
| PEPPERMINT CRISP | R58 |
| BAR ONE | R58 |
Skilpadvlei Soft Drinks
| Item | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| COKE / COKE LIGHT / COKE ZERO / | R24 |
| SPARBERRY / FANTA ORANGE / CREME SODA/ | R22 |
| SPRITE / SPRITE ZERO | R40 |
| DRY LEMON / GINGER ALE / SODA | R40 |
| WATER / TONIC WATER / | R40 |
| LEMONADE | R24 |
| RED BULL | R37 |
| APPLETIZER OR GRAPETIZER | R32 |
| ICED TEA (LEMON OR PEACH) | R24 |
| VALPRE STILL / SPARKLING WATER (500ML) | R37 |
| VALPRE STILL WATER (1.5L) | R32 |
| VALPRE SPARKLING WATER (1L) | R24 |
| JUICES – ORANGE / MANGO / GUAVA/ | R37 |
| APPLE / FRUIT COCKTAIL | R37 |
| LIME CORDIAL / COLA TONIC / PASSION FRUIT | R37 |
Skilpadvlei Kids Menu
| Item | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| Food | |
| Kiddies Breakfast | R30 |
| Burger (Beef/Chicken) | R50 |
| Hake Fingers & Chips | R68 |
| Chicken Strips & Chips | R50 |
| Mac & Cheese | R50 |
| Ribs and Chips | R55 |
| Margarita Pizza (Add ham/chicken/salami for an additional R30) | R80 |
| Drink | |
| Apple Juice | R22 |
| Slush Puppy | R35 |
| Milkshake | R20 |
| Dessert | |
| Waffle With Ice Cream | R65 |
| Ice Cream with Chocolate Sauce | R30 |
Skilpadvlei Restaurant Buffet Menu
Skilpadvlei Restaurant Buffet Menu includes two offers as provided below:
Buffet Menu 1
R160 per Person (Monday to Friday)
| Items | Description |
|---|---|
| Steak | 250g Steak served with Chips & Onion Rings |
| 400g Ribs | 400g Pork Ribs served with Chips & Onion Rings |
| Chicken Pasta | Linguini Pasta with Chicken topped with a Creamy Garlic Mushroom Sauce infused with Rosemary, Mustard, and White Wine. |
| Side | Choose one: Milkshake OR Glass of Skilpadvlei Wine OR Draught Beer |
| Dessert | Brownie with Ice Cream & Chocolate Sauce |
Buffet Menu 2
R325 per Person (Create your 3-course meal, choose between starters, mains, and desserts)
| Category | Item |
|---|---|
| Starters | Lightly Dusted Calamari |
| Peri-Peri Chicken Livers | |
| Cheese Croquettes | |
| Mains | 300g Ribeye Steak with Truffle Infused Mushroom Sauce served with Chios/Salad and Onion Rings |
| Kingklio on a Bed of Mash and Wilted Spinach served with Lemon Cream Sauce | |
| 800g Pork Ribs served with Chios/Salad and Onion Rings | |
| Half Peri-Peri Chicken served with Chios/Salad | |
| Dessert | Chocolate Brownie and Ice Cream |
| Warm Apple Crumble and Ice Cream |