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Buitenverwachting

$$-$$$$, Eclectic, Southern Suburbs

User Rating: ***** 5.0

Fodor's Review:

On a historic wine estate in Constantia, this gracious restaurant occupies a modern building on one side of a grassy court ringed by the manor house, wine cellar, and former slave quarters. Window-side tables have views of the vineyards in serried rows along the lower mountain slopes. The cuisine is innovative, but based on strong French basics. A starter of lemongrass-scented bisque comes with a trio of prawns (tempura, panfried, and Thai-style). Springbok with Christine (the estate's flagship wine) jus and madumbi (African potato) croquette is recommended as a main dish. The raspberry soufflé with a parfait is as much a treat for the eyes as it is for the palate. The adjoining Café Petit serves lighter options.

Member Reviews & Ratings:

Many Happy Returns

Posted by David_Stan from York, UK on 6/12/07

BUITENVERWACHTING is undoubtedly my favorite restaurant in the world and after eating at the French Laundry in Yountville and The Fat Duck in Bray it still comes out tops. My Wife and I will continue our yearly pilgrimage. Try the chocolate variation

FOOD: 5.0

ATMOSPHERE: 5.0

SERVICE: 5.0

VALUE: 5.0

RATING: 5.0