The Conservatory Restaurant

Restaurant · Café & brunch4.6 (714 Google reviews)

10+ gluten-free dishes

14 dishes marked gluten free+ 1 can be made gluten free on request

76 dishesmenu read 5 Novthecellars-hohenorthotel.com

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Summer Breakfast

07h00 – 10h30 (R 420)
  • Choice of Toast

    White • brown • wholewheat • rye • ciabatta • gluten free

    Can be made free of gluten

  • The Cellars Full English

    Two eggs • bacon • sautéed mushrooms • pork sausage • grilled tomato • baked beans

    Likely egg

  • Eggs Benedict

    Choice of Bacon, Florentine - Spinach (v) or Royale - Smoked Trout. Poached eggs • hollandaise sauce • English muffin

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Sweet Corn Fritter

    Bacon • poached eggs • sauce maltaise • grilled tomato • rocket

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Brioche French Toast

    Syrup • crispy bacon • crushed pecan nuts

    Contains nutsLikely glutenLikely dairy

  • Smashed Avocado on Toasted Rye

    Poached eggs • grilled tomato • feta

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Baked Waffle

    Fresh berries • syrup • chantilly cream

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely dairy

  • Three Egg Omelette - Choice of Fillings

    Bacon • ham • onion • mushroom • peppers • spinach • cheddar cheese • chilli

    Likely dairyLikely egg

  • Smoked Salmon Bagel

    Scrambled eggs • cream cheese

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely eggLikely fish

  • Savoury Filled Croissant

    Rocket • parma ham • caramelised onion • choice of eggs

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

Summer Dinner

Starters

  • Trio of OystersR185

    Lemon • red onion mignonette. + oyster 65

    Free of glutenLikely shellfish

  • Twice-baked Cheese SouffléR185

    Grana padano • juniper-infused cheese sauce

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Salmon TerrineR195

    Herb crème fraîche • asparagus • capers • melba

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely fish

  • Caprese SaladR190

    Heirloom tomatoes • burrata • balsamic pearls • sweet basil • vinaigrette • herb soil

    VegetarianFree of glutenLikely dairy

  • Classic Caesar SaladR190

    Gem lettuce • crispy hen's egg • parmesan • bacon • anchovies • dressing. + grilled chicken 75 | + 3 grilled prawns 135

    Likely dairyLikely eggLikely fish

  • Mediterranean Marinated SquidR215

    Grilled artichoke • herb & tomato salsa • capsicum dressing

    Likely shellfish

  • Prawn CocktailR215

    Crème fraîche panna cotta • basil jelly • avocado • capers • red onion • cherry tomato

    Likely dairyLikely shellfish

  • Pan Seared Potato GnocchiR190

    Confit chicken • sage • walnut crumble • roasted garlic velouté • herb oil

    Contains nutsLikely gluten

  • Seared Tuna NiçoiseR225

    Green beans • baby potatoes • tomato • olives • egg • anchovy • lemon-caper dressing

    Free of glutenLikely eggLikely fish

Sides

  • SidesR75

    Triple-cooked chips • steamed seasonal vegetables • garden salad • steamed rice

Mains

  • Grilled Line Fish

    Caramelised cauliflower purée • potato anna • herb crumb • steamed greens • pickled cauliflower • lemon beurre blanc

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely fish

  • Pan-seared Salmon

    Cilantro potato salad • peas • fennel • spinach cream

    Likely dairyLikely fish

  • Chalmar Beef Fillet

    Charred white polenta • tenderstem broccoli • caramelised spinach purée • tomato-bean salsa • grilled corn ribs • jus

    Free of gluten

  • Grilled Chicken SupremeR295

    Warm quinoa salad • broccolini • roasted parsnip purée • citrus jus

    Free of gluten

  • Pan Seared Springbok Loin

    Sweet potato fondant • seasonal vegetables • beetroot purée • hazelnut crumble • pine jus

    Contains nuts

  • Risotto PrimaveraR285

    Asparagus • spring onion • garden pea purée • parmesan • zucchini. + chicken 75 | + 3 prawns 135

    Free of glutenLikely dairy

  • Roasted Pork Belly

    Pommes anna • burnt apple purée • sugar snap pea • stewed apple chutney • jus

    Free of gluten

  • Thai Red Prawn Curry

    Free of glutenLikely shellfish

  • Seasonal VegetableR295

    Pickled cauliflower • bok choy • steamed rice • coconut

    VegetarianFree of gluten

  • Linguine al Mare

    Mussel • prawn • calamari • tomato • olive • white wine

    Likely glutenLikely shellfish

  • Traditional Cape Malay BobotieR265

    Steamed white rice • curried potato samosa • roti • sambals. Free-range beef 265 | Mushroom & lentil (v) 245

    Vegetarian optionLikely gluten

Desserts

  • Chocolate & Cherry OperaR195

    Cocoa sponge • cherry gel • ganache • white chocolate & crème fraîche ice cream

    Likely dairy

  • Liz McGrath Chocolate PlateR195

    Dark chocolate fondant • passion fruit • blonde chocolate ice cream

    Likely dairy

  • Baked Milk TartR180

    Dulce caramel • vanilla bean crémeux • cinnamon crumble

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Peach SemifreddoR185

    Blackberry compote • lemongrass snow • grilled peaches • ginger snap

    Free of gluten

  • Elderflower Panna CottaR190

    Green apple sorbet • granita • clear gel • almond frangipane crumble • mint

    Free of glutenContains nutsLikely dairy

  • Espresso ChouxR190

    Vanilla crème pâtissière • espresso mousse • coffee brownie • dark chocolate • caramel ice cream

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Local Four Cheese PlatterR235

    Homemade preserves • lavash

    Contains nutsLikely glutenLikely dairy

Summer Lunch

Starters

  • Salmon CrudoR210

    Pickled onion • beetroot • apricot & jalapeño salsa • prawn aioli • coconut-lime • dill oil

    Likely eggLikely shellfishLikely fish

  • Springbok TartareR190

    Fresh berry • caper • marinated mushroom • pickled mustard seed • ciabatta crostini

    Likely gluten

  • Grilled Steak SaladR215

    Marinated tomatoes • crunchy sprout salad • fennel • citrus • chilled honey dressing

    Free of gluten

  • Crispy CalamariR195

    Charred pineapple & tomato salsa • chipotle aioli • lime

    Likely glutenLikely eggLikely shellfish

Mains

  • Catch of the Day

    Crushed new potato • sweetcorn-chorizo salsa • sundried tomato beurre blanc • coriander oil

    Free of glutenLikely dairy

  • Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta

    Linguine • spinach • pecorino • roasted tomato

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Springbok Venison Pie

    Blackberry ketchup • creamed potatoes • seasonal greens

    Likely gluten

  • Free-range Beef BurgerR250

    Exotic mushroom • onion marmalade • matured cheddar • tomato relish • triple-cooked chips • umami ketchup

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

Desserts

  • Vanilla & Strawberry FinancierR190

    Vanilla bean crémeux • strawberry ganache • white chocolate crumble • pecan praline ice cream

    Contains nutsLikely glutenLikely dairy

  • Lemon Curd PavlovaR185

    Coconut shortbread • toasted meringue • blueberries • sweet milk ice cream

    Free of glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Banoffee TartR185

    Caramelised banana • spiced crumbs • vanilla • peanut butter & choc chip ice cream

    Contains nutsLikely glutenLikely dairy

Summer Light Lunch

Light snacks & open sandwiches

  • Heirloom Tomato GazpachoR180

    Basil oil • whipped goat's cheese • sourdough crisp

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Crispy Chicken FocacciaR180

    Spiced labneh • bacon crumble • hot honey • pickles • sundried tomatoes

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Smoked Salmon BaguetteR190

    Picked rocket • herb cream cheese • avocado

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely fish

  • Roast Beef CiabattaR185

    Charred lettuce • caramelised onion • emmental • horseradish dressing

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Crispy Buttermilk Crumbed ChickenR185

    Lettuce • sweet chili aioli • pineapple salsa • bacon • feta

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Roast Beef SirloinR190

    Rocket • horseradish aioli • pickles • caramelised onion

    Likely egg

  • Roasted Mediterranean Seasonal VegetableR180

    Lettuce • basil pesto • mozzarella • sundried tomato • grilled artichoke

    VegetarianContains nutsLikely dairy

Classic toasted sandwiches

  • Chicken MayonnaiseR165

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Ham, Cheese & TomatoR160

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Cheese & TomatoR155

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely dairy

  • Classic ClubR180

    Chicken • bacon • egg • cheese • tomato • toasted wraps • mayonnaise

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

Something sweet

  • Pecan PieR145

    Chantilly cream • seasonal berries

    Contains nutsLikely glutenLikely dairy

  • SconesR125

    Butter • cream • strawberry jam

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Carrot CakeR135

    Cream cheese frosting • walnut

    Contains nutsLikely glutenLikely dairy

  • Mango Curd TartR155

    Whipped cream

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

Summer Vegan Menu

Mains

  • Poke BowlR195

    Toasted cashew • rice • pickled vegetable • kimchi • sprout salad • sesame dressing. + falafels 65

    Contains nutsLikely sesame

  • Plant-based BurgerR245

    Caramelised onion • monkey gland sauce • tomato relish • triple-cooked chips

    VeganLikely gluten

  • Chick'n SchnitzelR250

    Foraged mushroom sauce • triple-cooked chips

    Likely gluten

  • Cottage PieR255

    Truffled potato • savoury bolognese • garden peas • micro salad

    Likely gluten

  • Pappardelle MarinaraR250

    Sundried tomato • basil • pine nuts

    Contains nutsLikely gluten

  • Chick'n Stir-fryR225

    Noodles • julienne vegetables • spring onion • sesame oil

    Contains nutsLikely glutenLikely sesame

  • Mushroom RisottoR250

    Grilled king oyster • pickled shimeji • shiitake • seed crumble

    Contains nuts

  • Chilli Con CarneR255

    Steamed rice • crispy tortilla • picked coriander • sambals

    Likely gluten

Desserts

  • Chocolate TartR185

    Fresh berry salsa • coconut sorbet

    Likely gluten

  • Caramelised BananaR180

    Chiffon cake • feuilletine • caramel sauce

    Likely gluten

  • Vanilla Bean SagoR180

    Strawberry and rhubarb • coconut streusel

    Likely gluten

  • Chocolate PlateR190

    Dark chocolate fondant • passion fruit sorbet

The menu’s own key: v vegetarian | vg vegan | gf gluten-free | n nuts and/or sesame seeds and/or peanut oil · gf gluten-free | n nuts and/or sesame seeds and/or peanut oil

What the menu saysMenu items may contain or come into contact with WHEAT, EGGS, PEANUTS, TREE NUTS, SOYA & DAIRY (stated on every menu).
  • Menu items may contain or come into contact with WHEAT, EGGS, PEANUTS, TREE NUTS, SOYA & DAIRY (stated on every menu).

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Facts

FactDetail
Address93 Brommersvlei Rd, Constantia Heights, Cape Town, 7806, South Africa
AreaCape Town
KindRestaurant · Café & brunch
Phone+27 21 794 2137
Websitethecellars-hohenorthotel.com
BookingOnline through Book online
Google rating4.6 from 714 reviews
Menu read5 Nov 2026 from thecellars-hohenorthotel.com
Hours
  • Monday7am–9:30pm
  • Tuesday7am–9:30pm
  • Wednesday7am–9:30pm
  • Thursday7am–9:30pm
  • Friday7am–9:30pm
  • Saturday7am–9:30pm
  • Sunday7am–9:30pm
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What diners say

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Ratings are diners’ own experience. They don’t make a dish safe; neither do we.

Where this comes from

Allergen answers come from the menu’s labels first, then the listed ingredients, then a model’s judgement checked when unsure. How allergen status is decided.

Questions about The Conservatory Restaurant

Does The Conservatory Restaurant have gluten-free options?

Yes: 14 dishes are gluten free as served, and 1 more can be made gluten free on request, from the menu read 5 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is The Conservatory Restaurant coeliac friendly?

The venue notes: “Menu items may contain or come into contact with WHEAT, EGGS, PEANUTS, TREE NUTS, SOYA & DAIRY (stated on every menu).”. Eatcrush reads each venue’s own menu and says where every answer came from. It never calls a dish safe: kitchens share fryers, boards and flour, and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff before you order.

What can be made gluten free at The Conservatory Restaurant?

Choice of Toast (Ask for gluten free toast).

When is The Conservatory Restaurant open?

Monday: 7am–9:30pm. Tuesday: 7am–9:30pm. Wednesday: 7am–9:30pm. Thursday: 7am–9:30pm. Friday: 7am–9:30pm. Saturday: 7am–9:30pm. Sunday: 7am–9:30pm. Hours can change on public holidays; check with the venue.

Can I book The Conservatory Restaurant online?

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