MERTIA

MERTIA Celebrate refined dining with us

The seasons have changed, and so has our menu.Our winter menu has officially launched — a collection of dishes inspired ...
04/06/2026

The seasons have changed, and so has our menu.

Our winter menu has officially launched — a collection of dishes inspired by colder days, slower evenings, and the ingredients we look forward to cooking with most this time of year.

We look forward to welcoming you to the table.

A thoughtfully set table is where every MERTIA experience begins.Before the first course is served, before the first gla...
02/06/2026

A thoughtfully set table is where every MERTIA experience begins.

Before the first course is served, before the first glass is poured — there’s a quiet rhythm to preparing the room for the evening ahead.

Behind every service, every course, and every carefully poured glass is a team that pours their heart into what we do.To...
29/05/2026

Behind every service, every course, and every carefully poured glass is a team that pours their heart into what we do.

Today, we are incredibly proud to share that MERTIA has been recognised in the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards for:

— Best Fine Dining Experience in Africa
— Best Head Chef in Africa
— Best Food & Wine Pairing Experience in Africa

What makes this recognition so special is the people behind it — the team who arrive every day with passion, care, and an unwavering commitment to creating meaningful experiences around our table.

To our guests, our team, our friends, and everyone who continues to support this journey with us — thank you. We are deeply grateful.

Discover more through our Haute Grandeur profile via the link in our bio.

25/05/2026

An evening where MERTIA’s menu and Thelema’s wines come together in the heart of the vineyards.

Join MERTIA × Thelema Mountain Vineyards for an intimate roaming dining experience across the estate — a journey of exceptional wines, refined flavours and breathtaking vineyard views, ending with a seated finale in Thelema’s dining room.

The evening begins with four roaming snack stations set across the estate, each paired with beautifully selected wines and standout vintages along the way. From MERTIA’s signature Hens Egg to delicate tuna ci**rs and other refined bites, every stop offers a new flavour and experience.

Guests are then welcomed into the main dining room for the final two courses of the evening.

MAIN COURSE
Springbok, burnt sage, Bordelaise sauce
paired with Thelema Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

DESSERT
Chocolate, pistachio, malt
paired with Thelema Gargantua NV

Hosted at Thelema Mountain Vineyards
21 • 22 • 23 July
R1500 per person

Book now:

https://book.withnovel.com/mertia-thelema

As autumn draws to a close, so does this season’s menu.Our winter menu arrives in June — book your table before the seas...
21/05/2026

As autumn draws to a close, so does this season’s menu.

Our winter menu arrives in June — book your table before the season changes.

An experience shaped by season, story, and the moments in between
19/05/2026

An experience shaped by season, story, and the moments in between

Meet Lukanyo! Calm, attentive, and endlessly dependable, she brings a quiet confidence to every service and never misses...
14/05/2026

Meet Lukanyo! Calm, attentive, and endlessly dependable, she brings a quiet confidence to every service and never misses a beat. With a sharp eye for detail and a willingness to step in wherever needed, she helps create the seamless experience our guests know and love.

Her steady presence makes her an invaluable part of the MERTIA family.

Bread CourseKlapmuts Wheat. Milled in-house. Ours, from start to finish.
05/05/2026

Bread Course

Klapmuts Wheat. Milled in-house.

Ours, from start to finish.

A delicate tartlet layered with celeriac chutney, tender chicken, chutney emulsion, crisp chicken skin, silky celeriac p...
28/04/2026

A delicate tartlet layered with celeriac chutney, tender chicken, chutney emulsion, crisp chicken skin, silky celeriac purée and shiitake hoisin — served alongside the main dish as a thoughtful accompaniment, where every element has its place.

Saffron & SmokeIstanbul | 14–21 June 2026An immersive MERTIA journey through one of the world’s most layered cities.Enqu...
22/04/2026

Saffron & Smoke
Istanbul | 14–21 June 2026

An immersive MERTIA journey through one of the world’s most layered cities.

Enquire to join:
[email protected]

From the MERTIA snack box- Duck King ConeA quiet start, setting the tone for the journey ahead.
21/04/2026

From the MERTIA snack box- Duck King Cone

A quiet start, setting the tone for the journey ahead.

Meet Joe!If you’ve dined with us, you’ve likely felt his presence — calm, considered, and effortlessly confident. Joe ha...
14/04/2026

Meet Joe!

If you’ve dined with us, you’ve likely felt his presence — calm, considered, and effortlessly confident. Joe has a beautiful way with wine; not just in his knowledge, but in how he reads a table, listens closely, and guides each guest with quiet intention.

He doesn’t just pair wines to dishes — he pairs them to people, to moments, to the mood of the evening. It’s thoughtful, intuitive, and always leaves a lasting impression.

Joe brings a sense of ease to the floor that can’t be taught, only felt. His genuine passion and warm nature make him not just a sommelier, but a truly special part of the MERTIA family.

Saffron & Smoke 14-21 June 2026IstanbulA city of contrast.Spice, depth, and layered flavour.We’re returning — this time,...
07/04/2026

Saffron & Smoke
14-21 June 2026
Istanbul

A city of contrast.
Spice, depth, and layered flavour.

We’re returning — this time, with you.

To join us, enquire at:
[email protected]

Kimchi & CrayfishFrom the West Coast to the table.Fire, fermentation, and a final pour.
02/04/2026

Kimchi & Crayfish

From the West Coast to the table.
Fire, fermentation, and a final pour.

A new season in the kitchen.The first moments of the new menu taking shape.Our Autumn 4-course and 8-course menus are no...
30/03/2026

A new season in the kitchen.
The first moments of the new menu taking shape.

Our Autumn 4-course and 8-course menus are now live, and available to view on our website.

Three stars and Service Excellence at the Woolworths Eat Out Restaurant Awards 2026 ⭐⭐⭐Made possible by this team.Just t...
24/03/2026

Three stars and Service Excellence at the Woolworths Eat Out Restaurant Awards 2026 ⭐⭐⭐

Made possible by this team.

Just two years in — still young, still learning, and working hard every day to refine what we do.

Alongside our Service Excellence Award, received for the second year in a row.

Every plate, every service, every detail — shaped by people who care deeply about the craft.

This recognition belongs to each and every one of you.

Thank you for showing up, every day, with intention.

A moment from the MERTIA Snack Box.The first taste of what’s to come
19/03/2026

A moment from the MERTIA Snack Box.

The first taste of what’s to come

The work before the plates reach the table.Precision, patience and a team moving with the same purpose.Everything worth ...
17/03/2026

The work before the plates reach the table.

Precision, patience and a team moving with the same purpose.

Everything worth doing is worth doing well.

Our linefish is paired with mussel, grape, sauerkraut and dill, creating a dish that’s beautiful from every angle
12/03/2026

Our linefish is paired with mussel, grape, sauerkraut and dill, creating a dish that’s beautiful from every angle

New season.New menu.Launching at the end of March.Ingredient-led.Seasonal.Ever evolvingBookings open via Dineplan
10/03/2026

New season.
New menu.

Launching at the end of March.

Ingredient-led.
Seasonal.
Ever evolving

Bookings open via Dineplan

It’s been a week since we were named Restaurant of the Year at the 2026 Luxe Restaurant Awards, along with receiving Thr...
02/03/2026

It’s been a week since we were named Restaurant of the Year at the 2026 Luxe Restaurant Awards, along with receiving Three Luxe Stars.

A moment like this can’t pass without recognising the individuals who made it all possible.

The early mornings. The late nights. The relentless standards. This has always been, and will always be, a team effort.

We are incredibly proud to share that MERTIA is a Star Nominee at the upcoming Eat Out Awards, taking place on 23 March....
02/03/2026

We are incredibly proud to share that MERTIA is a Star Nominee at the upcoming Eat Out Awards, taking place on 23 March.

To be recognised on a national stage among South Africa’s finest restaurants is an honour beyond words.

Thank you to our extraordinary team whose dedication and precision make this possible, and to our guests who continue to support and celebrate what we do.

We are deeply grateful.

Restaurant of the Year at the Luxe Restaurant Awards 2026!From Best New Restaurant (2024), to Two Luxe Stars and the Ser...
23/02/2026

Restaurant of the Year at the Luxe Restaurant Awards 2026!

From Best New Restaurant (2024), to Two Luxe Stars and the Service Excellence Award (2025), to this!

This award belongs to our entire team. The early mornings, late nights, relentless standards and the quiet dedication behind every service. To Chef Matt and Marais, whose vision continues to shape who we are. And to every guest who has chosen our space to celebrate life’s most meaningful moments.

To be recognised on a platform that celebrates excellence across South Africa is an honour we don’t take lightly.

Thank you to our team, our family, our friends, and every single guest who has walked through our doors. You are part of this story

The official MERTIA Cabernet Franc, handpicked by our team and guided from vineyard to cellar with the same intent that ...
20/02/2026

The official MERTIA Cabernet Franc, handpicked by our team and guided from vineyard to cellar with the same intent that defines everything we do.

We can’t wait to bring this wine to our tables, sharing the fruits of our labour with you. 🍷

Thanks to your Valentine, we’re fully booked! A special thank you to everyone who has reserved a table with us this week...
12/02/2026

Thanks to your Valentine, we’re fully booked! A special thank you to everyone who has reserved a table with us this weekend. We can’t wait to welcome you.

Address

20 Bird Street
Stellenbosch
7600

Opening Hours

Tuesday 16:00 - 23:00
Wednesday 12:00 - 14:00
16:00 - 11:00
Thursday 12:00 - 14:00
16:00 - 23:00
Friday 12:00 - 14:00
16:00 - 23:00
Saturday 12:00 - 14:00
16:00 - 23:00

Telephone

+27 76 644 8448

Website

https://account.dineplan.com/widgetframe/X16C7Gyc?source=facebook

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