A fresh chapter has begun at The Restaurant at Adara Palmiet in Paarl — and it’s one that food lovers won’t want to miss.
With a newly reimagined kitchen led by Executive Chef Liam Jacobs and Head Chef Llewellyn Solomons, Adara has reopened to the public, blending Mediterranean inspiration with distinctive Cape flair in one of the Winelands’ most picturesque settings.
The new culinary team brings youthful energy, creativity, and a deep respect for seasonal, locally sourced ingredients — many of which are hand-picked straight from Adara’s own herb garden. The result? Honest, high-quality dishes that are bursting with flavour and rooted in a deep appreciation for the land and its produce.
🌿 A Feast for the Senses
Expect a carefully curated à la carte menu, alongside ever-evolving daily specials and handmade pasta creations that change with the mood and the market. Whether it’s a plate of silky fettuccine tossed with garden herbs or a wood-grilled local cut of meat served with seasonal veg, the focus is always on elegance without pretension.
Dining here feels like a celebration of life’s simple, delicious pleasures.
🍷 The Setting: Pure Paarl Magic
Arrive via a cobbled driveway lined with rose bushes and you’ll immediately feel the sense of calm and quiet luxury that defines the Adara experience. Guests can choose to dine beneath centuries-old oak trees, on the manicured lawn, or inside the tastefully restored estate home — all while enjoying panoramic views of the Paarl mountains.
It’s the kind of place where time slows down and every bite feels a little more meaningful.
🔥 Weekly Highlights
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Exclusive Sunday Braai: A sophisticated take on the South African classic, available for lunch at 12:30 and dinner at 18:00, priced at R645 per person. Expect smoky, flame-kissed flavours elevated to fine dining status.
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Daily Wine Tastings: From 11:00 to 17:00, sample six wines for R150, paired perfectly with the restaurant’s fresh fare and tranquil surroundings.
📍 Need to Know
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Open daily for lunch and dinner | Dinner service: 18:00–20:00
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Location: 2 Sonstraal Road, Paarl
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🌐 Website: adara-palmiet-valley.co.za
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📲 Bookings via Dineplan
The Restaurant at Adara isn’t just back — it’s better than ever. With bold young chefs at the helm, a breathtaking setting, and a kitchen grounded in quality and creativity, this hidden gem in the heart of Paarl is fast becoming a must-visit destination on the Cape culinary map.
Come for the view, stay for the food — and prepare to be wowed.
