Vadas

Vadas Vadas Smokehouse & Bakery is a family-style restaurant located at Spier Wine Estate, offering fuss-free food made with big love. They prioritize sourcing and preparing food that is carefully, ethically, and healthily sourced, believing in supporting local, quality-driven businesses and practicing farm-to-plate dining. With their 'family-style' platters that encourage sharing, Vadas creates a welcoming environment where families and friends can enjoy simple dishes that embrace and showcase the quality of produce.
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22/10/2026

This is the part we love — the energy, the people, the teamwork, and all the little things that happen behind the scenes.

There’s so much that goes into making it all come together, and it’s pretty special to be part of it.

19/10/2026

Introducing our Spicy butter bean salad with chorizo, corn, chili, peanuts and guacamole.

- a side to add to your platter or savour solo 😋

Our New Menu is boasting some bangers! …and one of our favourites has to be the Buttermilk fried popcorn chicken with Sr...
13/10/2026

Our New Menu is boasting some bangers!

…and one of our favourites has to be the Buttermilk fried popcorn chicken with Sriracha sesame mayo 🔥

Stay tuned as we eat our way through the new menu.

09/10/2026

Life gets a little heavy sometimes. It’s amazing what a good coffee, a few laughs and the simple things can do to lift your spirits ✨

The best Pasteis de Nata to be found in more than 4 countries on 3 continents 🥇.Thank you Taste & Travel Magazine Canada...
07/10/2026

The best Pasteis de Nata to be found in more than 4 countries on 3 continents 🥇.

Thank you Taste & Travel Magazine Canada and Francis Moran for the feature.

…and OZCFarm for the incredible market to showcase our Nata’s 🥰

30/09/2026

Our new ciabatta is here 💛

48-hour fermentation with 12.5% sourdough for a loaf that’s full of flavour, with a crisp crust and soft, airy crumb.

Available for the next month.

School Holidays = good food, messy hands and happy kids. Bring them to Vadas🎈…and a pretty good spot for the parents too...
28/09/2026

School Holidays = good food, messy hands and happy kids. Bring them to Vadas🎈

…and a pretty good spot for the parents too!

A little Heritage Day indulgence with our Hertzoggie Croissant…Filled with apricot jam, shortbread cookie, coconut custa...
24/09/2026

A little Heritage Day indulgence with our Hertzoggie Croissant…

Filled with apricot jam, shortbread cookie, coconut custard creme and topped with toasted coconut 🇿🇦.

Available at Vadas Spier W**e Farm

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Heritage is meant to be shared 🇿🇦……….We share food. We share stories. We share traditions. And a country we call home. P...
24/09/2026

Heritage is meant to be shared 🇿🇦
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We share food. We share stories. We share traditions. And a country we call home.

Proudly South African 🇿🇦

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This is how we Braai 🔥A good fire Great meat Plenty of sidesAnd a table worth gathering around Celebrate Heritage Day th...
21/09/2026

This is how we Braai 🔥

A good fire
Great meat
Plenty of sides
And a table worth gathering around

Celebrate Heritage Day the Vadas way 🇿🇦

Good protein doesn’t need much explaining.Farmer Angus Protein Bar — 30g of fast protein, delicious and made with only t...
18/09/2026

Good protein doesn’t need much explaining.

Farmer Angus Protein Bar — 30g of fast protein, delicious and made with only the best!

Farmer Angus Brisket Chips — simply seasoned with serious flavour.

Vadas Venison Droëwors — shot by PJ Vadas in the Karoo this winter. Wild, local and SO good!

Pick up your protein at our Vadas Café in Stellenbosch.

Mornings in Stellenbosch call for good coffee, something freshly baked and a little time to slow down.Whether you’re sta...
15/09/2026

Mornings in Stellenbosch call for good coffee, something freshly baked and a little time to slow down.

Whether you’re starting the day in town, meeting a friend or taking shelter from a rainy morning, Vadas Café is ready with warm coffee and freshly baked pastéis de nata.

Find us in the heart of Stellenbosch.

We love a good collab, especially when it’s all about good food 🍔Our Vadas Burger brings together a juicy Farmer Angus b...
12/09/2026

We love a good collab, especially when it’s all about good food 🍔

Our Vadas Burger brings together a juicy Farmer Angus beef patty, our Vadas Bakery brioche bun and all the works, served with crispy pork-fat-fried chips and truffle aioli.

A proper celebration of great local produce, good people and very good food.

Today’s special at Vadas on Spier W**e Farm. Come and get stuck in.

Address

Spier W**e Estate, R310 Baden Powell Drive
Stellenbosch Nu Outlying
7603

To reach the destination at Spier Wine Estate in Stellenbosch, you have a couple of options:

Public Transport:
1. Take a train to Stellenbosch station from Cape Town or any other nearby location.
2. From Stellenbosch station, you can either take a taxi or use the local bus service to reach Spier Wine Estate.

Driving/Parking:
1. If you are driving from Cape Town, take the N2 highway towards Somerset West.
2. Continue on the N2 until you reach Exit 33 for Baden Powell Drive/Stellenbosch.
3. Take Exit 33 and turn right onto Baden Powell Drive (R310) towards Stellenbosch.
4. Follow Baden Powell Drive for approximately 10 kilometers until you reach Annandale Road.
5. Turn left onto Annandale Road and continue straight until you see signs for parking at Spier Wine Estate.

Please note that these directions are provided without mentioning the specific destination "Vadas" at Spier Wine Estate.

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What people say

Vadas at Spier Wine Estate in Stellenbosch is a family-style restaurant that offers a truly unique dining experience. With a focus on fuss-free food made with BIG love, Vadas is dedicated to providing meals that are carefully sourced, ethically prepared, and healthily served.

One of the standout features of Vadas is their commitment to supporting local, quality-driven businesses. They practice farm-to-plate dining, ensuring that the dishes they serve embrace and showcase the exceptional quality of produce available in the area. This dedication to using fresh, locally sourced ingredients not only enhances the flavors of their dishes but also supports the community.

The concept of family-style dining at Vadas adds an extra layer of enjoyment to the experience. Meals are served on 'family-style' platters, encouraging sharing and creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for families and friends to come together over delicious food. This communal style of dining fosters a sense of connection and allows everyone at the table to sample a variety of flavors.

Located at Spier Wine Estate, Vadas benefits from its picturesque surroundings. Guests can enjoy their meal while taking in stunning views of the estate's vineyards and lush greenery. The combination of great food, beautiful scenery, and warm hospitality makes for an unforgettable dining experience.

Whether you're looking for a relaxed lunch with loved ones or a memorable dinner outing, Vadas at Spier Wine Estate is sure to exceed your expectations. Their dedication to sourcing quality ingredients, their commitment to supporting local businesses, and their inviting family-style dining concept make them a standout choice in Stellenbosch's culinary scene.