What 33 people say about Le chêne
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Just plain brilliant. Everything from the view; food and service. Thank you.
Stunning vies. Great tasting and great looking food.
Out of this World
What a wonderful tasting experience with delicious food, professional service and amazing scenery
A wonderful and extremely tasteful dining experience overlooking a neatly kept garden
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About Le chêne
Cuisine: Fine Dining
The Restaurant
Darren Badenhorst’s newest venture is the fully renovated space at the Manor House on the exclusive Leeu Estates in Franschhoek. Le chêne, meaning “The oak tree”, is another testament to the culinary capital where Badenhorst has become synonymous in delivering fine cuisine at his first establishment, Le coin Français. This sister property, with sweeping panoramic views within the glass observatory dining room offers a selection of two or three course dining experiences with the option to add on various courses to create a full tasting menu experience. Utilizing only the finest local ingredients off the estate itself, the menu is a true testament to the diversity and beauty of the region.
Darren Badenhorst
Multiple award-winning Chef de cuisine and owner, Darren Badenhorst, will take diners on a journey through his interpretations of nostalgic food memories encompassing “art on a plate” and leading them through a unique culinary exploration of flavours, textures and interactive creations.
Oelof Vorster
Heading up the kitchen is internationally experienced Head Chef, Oelof Vorster. After spending time in some of South Africa’s finest establishments chef Oelof brings a wealth of knowledge to the Le chêne team. Creativity and thinking outside of the box is what he does best, implementing classic French techniques with modern flair and ingenuity.
Parking Note
To gain access to Leeu Estates all drivers of vehicles must produce a driver's license or I.D that will be scanned at the gate. Kindly advise your fellow guests, should you be traveling separately.