Dog Friendly Franschhoek!
Food scene
Dave and the team create a tapas menu of 5-7 courses of seasonal dishes - and it Never disappoints!!! Foods and wine connoisseurs will be delighted! Dog friendly (in the garden) too, just book in advance!
23 locals recommend
Chefs Warehouse at Maison
R45Dave and the team create a tapas menu of 5-7 courses of seasonal dishes - and it Never disappoints!!! Foods and wine connoisseurs will be delighted! Dog friendly (in the garden) too, just book in advance!
If you’re looking for somewhere with excellent coffee, or brunch with bubbles - This is the place to head! The chicken dim sum is also fantastic!
Franklin & Co
60 Huguenot StIf you’re looking for somewhere with excellent coffee, or brunch with bubbles - This is the place to head! The chicken dim sum is also fantastic!
Quite simply one of the Best restaurants in the whole area! Looking for something special - a real treat - then this is it! The food is second to none and the atmosphere is delightful! A quieter venue, no so suited for kiddies but ideal for a special lunch or family gathering. Ask for a table in the garden, sit back relax and enjoy the finer things in life!
18 locals recommend
Le Lude Estate and Orangerie Restaurant
Lambrechts RoadQuite simply one of the Best restaurants in the whole area! Looking for something special - a real treat - then this is it! The food is second to none and the atmosphere is delightful! A quieter venue, no so suited for kiddies but ideal for a special lunch or family gathering. Ask for a table in the garden, sit back relax and enjoy the finer things in life!
Le Petit Manoir Franschhoek
54 Huguenot StUtterly stunning - Great spot for breakfast & lunch! Book a table on the terrace by the garden. Large pond. No kids play area, but very dog friendly
25 locals recommend
Bistro BonBon Restaurant
Utterly stunning - Great spot for breakfast & lunch! Book a table on the terrace by the garden. Large pond. No kids play area, but very dog friendly
Craft Beer & Gin
There’s more to Franschhoek than “just” wine & dine .... there’s amazing Artisan Breweries making their own beers, lagers, ales and Gin too!!
Gorgeous spot on the edge of the village. Beautiful garden & views - separate smoking area - Kid & dog friendly (great play area & jungle gym)
Really great spot for groups / friends to catch up!
Excellent choice of beer & beer-gin and local wines. Food pairing.
The Franschhoek Beer Co BREWERY | TAP|EAT
Gorgeous spot on the edge of the village. Beautiful garden & views - separate smoking area - Kid & dog friendly (great play area & jungle gym)
Really great spot for groups / friends to catch up!
Excellent choice of beer & beer-gin and local wines. Food pairing.
A stunning “cathedral to beer” this place has to be seen to be believed!
Dog friendly and with a kids play area & jungle gym, the venue has a large selection of craft beers on tap, and an extensive menu. Don’t miss the Market OK Friday nights!
12 locals recommend
Hey Joe Brewery
R45A stunning “cathedral to beer” this place has to be seen to be believed!
Dog friendly and with a kids play area & jungle gym, the venue has a large selection of craft beers on tap, and an extensive menu. Don’t miss the Market OK Friday nights!
Sightseeing
Franschhoek
A must see - but pull over and park to take photos. Don’t try to snap while you’re driving ‘cause it’s a long way down!
6 locals recommend
Franschhoek Pass
A must see - but pull over and park to take photos. Don’t try to snap while you’re driving ‘cause it’s a long way down!
Hiking; mountain trails; nature walks ... want to exert some energy or wear out the kids, this is the perfect spot. Just watch out for baboons and mountain cats! DOGS NOT ALLOWED
64 locals recommend
Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve
Hiking; mountain trails; nature walks ... want to exert some energy or wear out the kids, this is the perfect spot. Just watch out for baboons and mountain cats! DOGS NOT ALLOWED
Coffee, Coffee, Coffee
Lovely little spot for a coffee break - only serve croissants/muffins etc. Little terrace outside is great on a hot day as it's got some awnings to protect from the sun! Dogs Welcome
15 locals recommend
The Hoek Espresso Bar
Lovely little spot for a coffee break - only serve croissants/muffins etc. Little terrace outside is great on a hot day as it's got some awnings to protect from the sun! Dogs Welcome
Big Dog is one of the Top Favourites for locals - dog welcome inside & out, and there's a great kids play area with water sprinklers! Large garden. Dogs allowed off the lead
39 locals recommend
The French Connection Bistro
48 Huguenot StreetBig Dog is one of the Top Favourites for locals - dog welcome inside & out, and there's a great kids play area with water sprinklers! Large garden. Dogs allowed off the lead
Traveler advice
Traveling with kids
Keeping them entertained
Most places are kid-friendly, but some have more to offer than others - check before you plan your trip for jungle gyms; pony rides; mountain biking & treks; vegetable garden tours and more!
Getting around
Parking
Parking in the village is free - always & everywhere! Park on the same side of the road as traffic (don’t face your car against oncoming traffic) and ignore any “car guards” offering to look after your car or asking for parking payment!!
Book before you go
Restaurants
Book in advance to avoid disappointments
What to pack
Always carry a jacket
That’s it!