We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The Tripadvisor website may not display properly.We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.
All photos (790)
All photos (790)
Travellers' Choice

Details

About
Manger, "Eat" in French offers picturesque vies of the Franschhoek mountains. With the option to dine both in our cellar styled restaurant or alfresco. Situated on the Dieu Donne Estate we offer the estate wines at affordable in-house dining prices.
PRICE RANGE
US$ 265 - US$ 595
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
CUISINES
French, African, Mediterranean, European, International
FEATURES
Gift Cards Available, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music
Reviews (1,450)
Write a review
Filter reviews
1,223 results
Traveller rating
712
302
108
56
45
Traveller type
Time of year
LanguageEnglish
More languages
Traveller rating
712
302
108
56
45
Show reviews that mention
All reviews peri peri chicken snails ribeye prawns salad franschhoek valley watching the sunset the sun set amazing views wine tasting wine tram wine estate beautiful setting roca mountains terrace sundowners
Selected filters
FilterEnglish
Updating list...
Reviewed yesterday
COMPLETELY PATHETIC

Awful from the first point of contact; they had the wrong time when they called to confirm the reservation despite us booking online; to when the manager's response to our complaints about the terrible food and abysmal service was to simply ignore us and not...even offer an apology. The cherry on top was how despite our table being the only one of the two that were occupied at the time and despite being very clearly and well- informed about one of our group having a severe shellfish allergy they almost served them the exact sauce containing shellfish that had prompted us informing them of her allergy. I could go on but really, save yourself some time and money - rather eat dirtMore

Date of visit: April 2021
Helpful?
Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile
Birthday Dinner to remember

Ambience ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Food ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Views ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Wine ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Service ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Over all... an excellent experience in the heart of the wonderful Franschoek! Definitely a must when in town! Thank you for making my birtday Special!

Date of visit: April 2021
Helpful?
Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
Decided to give them a shot?????

Decided to give them a shot Ambiance very good.Food,more to the average side,starter OK,We Got in 2 min,?????? Then decided to pause for our mains,10 min later we gave our service executive the go ahead for our mains,two min we got 🤦🤦🤦🤦they left under the...warmer,not impressed!!! Tasted gaseous?????? Dessert was very good. Wine very good,guy's if you really want to compete in this area,you have to get rid of the flies,play restaurant music,not chase away disco music?????? Will we be back??? Don't think so,very expensive for very ordinary food.More

Date of visit: March 2021
Helpful?1  
Reviewed 15 January 2021
Best view on the slopes of Franschhoek

We celebrated the fiftieth birthday of a good frond of mine today at Roca. Five of us from klein ones ( children ) to us three adults. We go back way when. So when we arrived they had our table laid out, in the right...place and awaiting our attendance. Our food choices were divergent. Pasta to beef fillet, mushrooms to soup but all flowed superbly. Service was exemplary, cuisine in exceptional proportions. Well done Roca for allowing us to celebrate Gavin's fiftieth birthday in unique style while you sorted the flow of food, fun and fantasy......More

Date of visit: January 2021
Helpful?
Reviewed 8 January 2021 via mobile
View ***** There is no better

View ***** There is no better ! Food *** : ok, not more Service * : very poor, slow, unsatisfying. Come for a drink at sundowner and have a nice diner in the village ....More

Date of visit: January 2021
Helpful?
RocaRestaurant, Owner at Manger at Dieu Donne Vineyards, responded to this reviewResponded 3 March 2021

Thank you for your valued feedback. We as the owners of Dieu Donne Estate have made the decision to run the on site estate restaurant ourselves, as of the second quarter of 2021. The restaurant will hold itself to strict standards with the customer experience...More

Reviewed 4 January 2021 via mobile
Christmas Eve dinner.

Stunning scenery and setting. Excellent service. However as all Franschhoek restaurants - overpriced and underdelivered with tiny portions.More

Date of visit: December 2020
Helpful?
RocaRestaurant, Owner at Manger at Dieu Donne Vineyards, responded to this reviewResponded 3 March 2021

Thank you for your valued feedback. We as the owners of Dieu Donne Estate have made the decision to run the on site estate restaurant ourselves, as of the second quarter of 2021. The restaurant will hold itself to strict standards with the customer experience...More

Reviewed 28 December 2020
Utterly disappointing!

Poor management is letting this place down. We waited way too long for our food. A costly meal for a very frustrating experience.More

Date of visit: December 2020
Helpful?
RocaRestaurant, Owner at Manger at Dieu Donne Vineyards, responded to this reviewResponded 3 March 2021

Thank you for your valued feedback. We as the owners of Dieu Donne Estate have made the decision to run the on site estate restaurant ourselves, as of the second quarter of 2021. The restaurant will hold itself to strict standards with the customer experience...More

Reviewed 28 December 2020 via mobile
Disappointed

Quite disappointed. Number of items on the menu not available. Service was very average and left us waiting ages to order and receive drinks. Five of the members of our party had ordered the deboned chicken, which when arrived was not deboned and the fries...were completely stale (all 4 of them). Over priced and average quality for that premium price. On a separate note, the house wine is marked up 300% from the tasting room 30m away - I understand a mark up but quite ridiculous given the context. Raised everything with the manager and was blamed on only 2 chefs in the kitchen (I get it but then just explain to us the situation to manage out expectations). To be honest the manager handled well and provided an unnecessary discount which was very appreciated, but would definitely not recommend.More

Date of visit: December 2020
Helpful?
RocaRestaurant, Owner at Manger at Dieu Donne Vineyards, responded to this reviewResponded 3 March 2021

Thank you for your valued feedback. We as the owners of Dieu Donne Estate have made the decision to run the on site estate restaurant ourselves, as of the second quarter of 2021. The restaurant will hold itself to strict standards with the customer experience...More

Reviewed 22 December 2020
simply dreadful

the only positive is the view. outdated decor, shocking service, inedible food i have never left a restaurant in my life but left here after waiting for nearly 2hours for food in a half empty restaurant shocking is the only descriptionMore

Date of visit: December 2020
Helpful?
RocaRestaurant, Owner at Manger at Dieu Donne Vineyards, responded to this reviewResponded 3 March 2021

Thank you for your valued feedback. We as the owners of Dieu Donne Estate have made the decision to run the on site estate restaurant ourselves, as of the second quarter of 2021. The restaurant will hold itself to strict standards with the customer experience...More

Reviewed 20 December 2020 via mobile
The most beautiful place

I honestly have not seen a more beautiful place with amazing views. We watched the sunset and then went upstairs for dinner. Be prepared to pay quite a lot for dinner and drinks. However, it was so beautiful that it felt worth it. We had...lamb shank and I cannot complain. Delicious! The waiters were extremely friendly and accommodating when we wanted to move to a different spot. Definitely worth the visit.More

Date of visit: December 2020
Helpful?
View more reviews
123456…123
Best nearby
Best nearby hotelsSee all
Maison Montagne at Dieu Donne Vineyards
15 reviews
.08 km away
La Residence
391 reviews
.64 km away
Protea Hotel Franschhoek
209 reviews
1.57 km away
Last Word Franschhoek
647 reviews
1.67 km away
Best nearby restaurantsSee all
Fork Restaurant
2,085 reviews
1.66 km away
Le Petit Manoir Franschhoek
313 reviews
1.73 km away
Le Bon Vivant Restaurant
1,854 reviews
1.71 km away
The Hussar Grill Franschhoek
355 reviews
1.57 km away
Best nearby attractionsSee all
Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve
149 reviews
1.60 km away
Dieu Donne Vineyards & Views
308 reviews
.01 km away
Chamonix
143 reviews
.32 km away
Chamonix
7 reviews
.32 km away
See the best nearby hotelsSee the best nearby restaurantsSee the best nearby attractions
See all
Questions & Answers
Ask a question
See all 7 questions
TravellersFromOuterS
10 October 2019|
Answer
Response from Q552CXlisah | Property representative |
Hi There ! We do not offer pairings as there is a tasting room next door to us You are welcome to do your tasting first and then join us for lunch after The tasting room contact is 021 876 2493 Please call 0218763384 if... More
0
Votes
ClareB805
22 December 2017|
AnswerShow all 5 answers
Response from annellij18 | Reviewed this property |
No, it is not BYO
0
Votes
123
Is This Your Listing?
Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more.
Claim Your Free Listing
Frequently Asked Questions about Manger at Dieu Donne Vineyards
  • Manger at Dieu Donne Vineyards is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
    • Food: 4.5
    • Service: 4
    • Value: 4
    • Atmosphere: 4.5