Fermier - Pretoria

First off, let's begin with the setting; it's stunning! Tucked away from all the hustle and bustle of Lynnwood, you are guided up a dark path through the trees... read more First off, let's begin with the setting; it's stunning! Tucked away from all the hustle and bustle of Lynnwood, you are guided up a dark path through the trees lit only by candlelight and the torch of a staff member. Eventually you reach the almost barn-like structure of the restaurant which gives a warm and rustic atmosphere perfect for the location! It's really a great introduction and that definitely deserves 5 stars.<br/ <br/ But what you really want to read about is the food, right? Overall it was devine! There were one or two courses where the flavour combinations did not work so well for me and definitely needed some improvement. The cheese was the main dish in question, it was far too salty and could've really done with some sweetness to counter the sharpness of the cheese.<br/ <br/ Another area that let down the restaurant was our waiter, he didn't know the menu and couldn't explain the dishes to us at all. I expect a restaurant of this caliber to have trained it's staff thougrougly before letting them onto the floor.<br/ <br/ Our sommelier on the other hand was superb! Her knowledge and passion for the wines was incredible and with me being a wine-lover myself, I really appreciated having someone like that to talk to and learn from.<br/ <br/ These are the reasons why I gave Fermier a 4 star overall score. It was really great in some areas, but heavily let down in others. Overall though, I still feel like it's well worth the visit and it will be a very special evening!

I went to Fermier on 13 Feb 2018 with my husband. I was so impressed that they prepared a special menu for my Pesco-vegan dietary requirements. That doesn’t hap... read more I went to Fermier on 13 Feb 2018 with my husband. I was so impressed that they prepared a special menu for my Pesco-vegan dietary requirements. That doesn’t happen often and it says a lot about their service levels. The food was absolutely delicious and the presentation was wonderful. Thank you!

I LOVED this place!! WOW WOW WOW. Awesome!! Please come here if you are an adventurous foodie on a special occasion!! They have a seasonal menu, with 10courses... read more I LOVED this place!! WOW WOW WOW. Awesome!! Please come here if you are an adventurous foodie on a special occasion!! They have a seasonal menu, with 10courses and wine pairing! Its incredible! The pairing with the wines and food are Superb the staff know their stuff!! And I actually dont have words!! Just come here if you get the chance.

It's unlike anything I've ever experienced! The flavors are perfectly balanced, and when paired with the drinks, they burst in your mouth. I loved every moment... read more It's unlike anything I've ever experienced! The flavors are perfectly balanced, and when paired with the drinks, they burst in your mouth. I loved every moment of the evening. The food is incredible—well done, everyone! You've hit the mark!

Entering this place instantly brings a sense of calm and optimism for the evening! I'm looking forward to the rest of the night. I had such a great time here la... read more Entering this place instantly brings a sense of calm and optimism for the evening! I'm looking forward to the rest of the night. I had such a great time here last visit.