Meuse Farm

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Just had one of the most incredible experiences at Meuse Farm in Hout Bay! This place is a true hidden gem in Cape Town. The moment you arrive, you realise it’s not just about the food, it’s about the entire experience. Everything feels intentional, grounded, and deeply connected to the land. The food was a solid 10 out of 10. You can genuinely taste the difference when it’s farm-to-table, with so much of the produce grown right there on the farm. It’s fresh, honest, and beautifully put together. What really stands out is the atmosphere. Everyone is welcoming, smiling, and there’s this effortless, positive energy all around. You don’t fully understand it until you’re there, but once you are, you can feel the passion, the care, and the love for both the earth and the food. Easily one of my top food experiences to date. Highly recommend if you’re looking for something special and a little off the beaten path.

Stunning location and very interesting concept. The execution needs a bit of work. Price per person is R850 for a sharing between 4 people. The maitre d’ seemed flustered and confused about the dishes. Thankfully the chef came to answer a few of our questions. The meals are prepared right in front of us which is fascinating but unfortunately there were a few flys happily buzzing around the food as well. Of course this is a farm but still important that hygiene factors in the equation as well. However did enjoy trying a lot of new flavours particularly featuring Asian ingredients.

I’d wanted to visit Meuse Farm for ages, and this weekend’s Painted Wolf Wines pairing dinner was the perfect excuse. Hidden in Hout Bay, the restaurant sits on a beautifully kept working farm where much of the produce is grown on-site. They even supply some of South Africa’s top kitchens, so you know the quality is next-level. Painted Wolf Wines are conservation driven, supporting African wild dog projects, and Chef Caitlin Kennedy’s seasonal cooking matched that same sense of purpose. Before the first bite, I already loved the story. I went alone but instantly felt at home. A smile, a spritzy welcome cocktail catching the afternoon sun, and a view of green rows and mountains set the mood. The glass-walled room glowed with soft light, black plates and wildflowers lining one long wooden table. Within minutes, strangers felt like friends. Our host introduced each wine with sparkle and knowledge that made it all feel a little fairytale like. Then came the bread, warm, thick, farm style slices with creamy butter and smoked yellowtail pate. The crust was toasty, the center soft, the fish buttery and smoky. Simple, nostalgic perfection. First course: a silky carrot gazpacho topped with crisp tempura leaves and “carrot caviar,” paired with Painted Wolf Black Pack 2023 Chenin Blanc, bright, balanced, and softly oaked. Then a golden goat’s cheese tart with floral jelly and microgreens: creamy, tangy, a little funky, totally addictive. Next, the “Teardrop” Viognier 2023, all peach fuzz and lemon zest, paired with seared line caught yellowtail and lemon-verbena aioli. The skin cracked as the fork hit it, the flesh was buttery and seasoned just right. The wine’s peachy sweetness hugged the fish’s salty crispness. Coastal freshness meets floral elegance. For mains, lightly smoked ostrich with pea risotto and root veg met the bold Pictus VII 2018 Blend. The ostrich was melt in your mouth tender, the jus tart and peppery, and the risotto, fresh, cheesy, springy, an unexpected show stopper. The red’s spice hugged the char, the fruit softened the richness. A pairing that felt destined. Dessert closed with Painted Wolf Black Tip 2022 Mourvedre, deep, soft, confident, alongside a paper thin caramelised pastry layered with dark chocolate mousse and raisin puree. They didn’t compete, they flirted. There’s something almost otherworldly about Meuse. Time slows, the air smells like wine and warmth, and every course feels like a conversation between kitchen and soil. Grounded yet refined, wild yet elegant, a place that lingers long after you’ve driven away. Thank you Meuse Farm and Painted Wolf Wines, till next time!

Not aMeused. Brilliant concept. Delicious food. Exquisite venue. Organic grown vegetables, grown and picked right there in front of you. Super fresh. Stunning bread. Excellent service. I ordered a glass of red wine as my meat course arrived and the wine arrived instantly. So nice! You dont get that often. Their produce is also available online. This restaurant & concept really should be encouraged and they do it really well. There are some teething troubles like 2 of the 3 times we have eaten there, they simply haven't had a table for all of us. This was badly handled too. We were made to stand in the middle of the restaurant and go through our emails to PROVE beyond doubt that the mistake was on their side. Once proven they were gracious enough. Also silly things like, at a table of 5, they bring a plate of 4 (delicious) chillies. And a plate of 3 small leeks and (i kid u not) 3 HALF baby potatoes (also delicious, but that makes it worse). I am confident these things will resolve and I will definitely be back. The produce store is fabulous. The bread is outstanding. Best wishes Meuse!! See u soon