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Savour The Season: Winter Restaurant Specials Now Available In Franschhoek Wine Valley
By: Franschhoek Wine Valley
Cosy Cuisine, Crackling Fires & Gourmet Delights Await in the Valley of Dreams
Is there anything more comforting than wintry weather paired with a roaring fire and unforgettable food? We didn’t think so either. This winter in Franschhoek Wine Valley, we’re serving up more than just scenic views — think romantic dinners, fireside feasts, sake tastings and decadent dishes designed to chase away the chill and keep your spirits high.
Whether you’re after a cosy date night, a long lunch with loved ones, or simply an excuse to indulge and entertain (sans any dishes), our seasonal line-up is made for food lovers and winter wanderers alike. We can’t wait to welcome you to all the wining and dining you can handle this season in the Valley of Dreams.
Keep scrolling to discover just a few of our favourite local specials — each one a delicious excuse to swap your slippers for something a little more flavourful (and seriously good value).
Café Du Vin – Cosy Dining Done Right On Tuesdays
Turn Tuesdays into a treat! Make the most of the midweek chill with cosy and romantic dinner from the Winter 2-Course Menu — just R225 per person, including a complimentary glass of wine. Bookings available here: Café du Vin Franschhoek Restaurant & Wine Bar
Amour du Mardi (Love on a Tuesday)
Calling all couples: enjoy a 2-course dinner (starter and main), as well as two glasses of house wine and a warm malva pudding to share — one plate, two spoons — all for just R545 for two!
📍 46 Huguenot Street |Available Tuesdays in June & July (18h00–20h30)
🔗 Book now on Dineplan
Savour The Season At Grande Provence – Early Dinner Winter Menu Now Available
The Bistro at Grande Provence invites guests to enjoy its newly unveiled winter menu—featuring hearty, slow-cooked dishes and seasonal flair, perfect for cosy evenings in the Winelands.
• Enjoy a 2-course early dinner, available at R395 per person, served between 6–7 pm.
📩 reservations@grandeprovence.co.za
Warming Up Winter With Local Love & Irresistible Deals At French Connection Bistro
In partnership with Franschhoek Cellars wines and Hey Joe Company beer, this is the place to enjoy unbeatable specials from Sunday dinner through to Friday lunch, all June long!
📞 021 876 4056
🔗 Book via the Dineplan app
Monneaux Restaurant Unveils New Winter Menu At Franschhoek Country House & Villas
Lovers of comforting classics with a gourmet twist—this is all the reason you need to book your table for lunch or dinner and savour the newly unveiled winter delights.
📩 info@fch.co.za | 📞 +27 (0)21 876 3386
🔗 Reserve your table
Protégé – Seasonal Winter Lunch Highlights & Early Dinner Delights
One for the bucket-list! From June to 31 August 2025, indulge in beautifully curated winter menus served daily — a must-try for all true foodies:
• R445 per person for bread, starter, and main
• R575 per person for bread, starter, main and dessert
🍽️ Early dinner seating: 17h30 or 18h00
🔗 Book now
Travel The World Through Your Tastebuds With Yama Asian Eatery — Winter With A Japanese Twist.
Nothing warms you quite like Yama’s hearty Asian favourites:
Indulge in signature sushi and classic rolls, or savour fluffy bao buns, ramen, dumplings, and more. Don’t forget to try the curated sake tastings—as you build your own flight and warm up with the perfect winter remedy.
🕛 Open Monday to Sunday | 12 PM – 9 PM
📞 079 737 1849 | 📩 reservations@eat-yama.co.za
Karoo Flavours Take Centre Stage At Allée Bleue
Allée Bleue brings a taste of the Karoo to your table this June and July with its specially curated dining experience—celebrating bold, rustic flavours that warm the soul.
Cosy Up With Classic French Flavours At La Motte’s L’Ami
L’Ami Family Brasserie welcomes the season with its new Winter Menu—perfect timing for the chilly days ahead! Get cosy by the fire, sip on exquisite wines and indulge in hearty winter dishes like venison, daily soup specials, West Coast mussels, confit duck, mushroom risotto, lamb shank and seasonal creations featuring pumpkin, citrus, and guava. ‘Chefs kiss’ creations!
View menu & confirm your booking now: Dining Experience at L’ami Family Brasserie
An Evening Of Gourmet Gold & Fine Wines Await At La Paris Bistro
Clear the calendars for Friday, 25 July 2025, where storytelling, flavour-packed dishes and fine wines take centre stage at La Paris Bistro.
- Indulge in a 6-course dinner perfectly paired with exceptional Holden Manz wines, all while enjoying exclusive insights from both the Chef and Winemaker. A true celebration of seasonal dishes, thoughtful pairings, and heartfelt conversation awaits!
📅 Friday, 25 July 2025 | 18:00
💸 R1200 per person – limited seating
📞 +27 (0) 21 867 0171 | 📩 restaurant@laparis.co.za
A final reminder: these specials are fleeting, the flavours rich and fireplaces already glowing… so we suggest you get booking and arrive hungry!
Explore our Winter Accommodation specials HERE