MERTIA - Stellenbosch | Diningcity.co.za

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What 15 people say about MERTIA

9.7 Based on 15 reviews. 100% of the guests recommend this restaurant.

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"Superb food experience"

10.0 Cuisine 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10

We booked a three course lunch with wine pairing during restaurant week.
The chef surprised us with a 4 course exquisite platters.
The sommelier elevated the wine experience to a next level.
The service was obliging.
Absolutely recommendable.m

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Joe at Today

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"Lunch @Mertia"

10.0 Cuisine 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10

100%

Philip Rudolf Nel at 21 April 2024

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"Superb fine dining experience "

9.3 Cuisine 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 8

We had an absolutely superb meal - the 7-course tasting menu - Chef Matt van der Berg's food passion shines. The service from being welcomed at the door, right through our dining experience, to being bid farewell. We will be eating at Mertia's again!

Anne at 20 April 2024

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"Nice experience "

10.0 Cuisine 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10

Very tasteful food and original presentation.
Perfect service.
Nice location, modern.

Happy jack at 20 April 2024

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"MERTIA IS TOPS"

10.0 Cuisine 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10

Wow! We had an unforgettable dinner at Mertia! The hearty welcome, gorgeous decor, perfect attention to detail to our needs and the gastronomic experience was superb! We enjoyed our dinner and time at Mertia thoroughly. If we could give you 6 stars we would. Hats off to Marais and his amazing team. We will definitely be back!

Tanya De Candia at 14 April 2024

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20 Bird St, Central, Stellenbosch 7600 Stellenbosch

About MERTIA

Cuisine: Fine Dining

MERTIA RESTAURANT CELEBRATES THE BEST OF STELLENBOSCH
The newest star on the Western Cape’s fine dining landscape sees two sons of Stellenbosch unite to bring MERTIA back to the second oldest town in South Africa.

Named after owner and founder Marais Kirsten-Uys’ grandmother, she taught him that anything worth doing is worth doing well. Masterminding the seasonal, set menu is Chef Matt van den Berg, whose flair for elevated dining is informed by fresh, local ingredients. Together, Marais and Matt are realising their shared dream of inviting you into an intimate space – right in the heart of Stellenbosch – where there is an open dialogue between guests and the kitchen, and where the experience evolves with you through every course and every detail, right down to the wine pairing.

We now invite you to celebrate the best of Stellenbosch with us.

In the heart of Stellenbosch, South Africa’s oldest town after Cape Town, two of the town’s sons have joined forces and returned to create MERTIA, an elevated dining experience with a taste for the finer things. MERTIA is the culmination of a lifelong dream. Crossing the antique gracht from De Wet Square is a rite of passage that allows every guest to leave the hustle and bustle of the vibrant town behind, opening yourself up to true South African hospitality elevated to world-class status, and to surrender to the ever-evolving experience of celebrating being together.

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8. Until when can I cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation online up to 8 hours in advance, or by phone up to 1 hour before your reservation time. However, we kindly request that you cancel as soon as you know you won't be able to make your reservation.

9. What is Restaurant Week South Africa?

During Restaurant Week South Africa, you can indulge in a fabulous 3-course dinner at over 140 of the finest restaurants in South Africa, starting at ZAR 295.00 per person. Restaurant Week South Africa is held twice a year, in Autumn and Spring.