If you are searching for a farm stall in the Western Cape of South Africa, we have got you covered. These six different farm stalls will offer you more than just the delicious local produce, they will also provide you with a unique experience combining scenic beauty and artisanal foods with a little local charm. Each one offers something special. You will be able to find the perfect “padkos” treat for the entire family. Padkos is an Afrikaans word meaning; snacks you take while traveling, perfect for road trips!
Mooiberge Farm Stall
Situated on the scenic R44 on the outskirts of Stellenbosch, the Mooiberge Farm Stall is well known for its friendly and colourful scarecrows watching over the strawberry crops. You are sure to spot them while driving, but you definitely won’t miss the large animal figures dressed in different South African rugby team jerseys. It is a sight that will leave you giggling once you realise how they are positioned to catch your attention!
Right next door to the farm stall, you will discover the restaurant, Thirsty Scarecrow. They offer a wide variety of dishes and a spectacular view of the strawberry crops and surrounding mountains. The best time to visit is from October to December, as you will have the opportunity to indulge in strawberry picking! The latest prices from 2022: Entry is R6 per person and R40 per kilogram of mouthwatering strawberries.
This farm stall attracts locals and tourists from all over, some of whom return each year. Inside the farmstall, you will find a selection of dried fruits, nuts, sweets and jams. Being based in Stellenbosch, also known as the wine country, you will be able to purchase a wide selection of Estate wines at special prices, for example: La Motte, ALTO and Nederburg. Opening Hours – Strawberry Picking: Daily from 9h30am to 16h30pm (including public holidays) and Mooiberge Farmstall: Daily from 8h30am to 18h00pm
Google 4.2 /5 ★| Tripadvisor 3.5/5 ★
Peregrine Farm Stall
Situated on the N2 in the Elgin Valley, it is a very popular farm stall, attracting a lot of locals on day trips and can get rather busy over the weekends. This Farm Stall won Cape Town’s KFM Radio Best Farm Stall Award this year (2023). Peregrine was established in the 1960s and named after a heritage peach. They offer locally sourced artisanal foods, fynbos honey, pressed juices and fresh produce. The artisanal bread, quiches and pies are freshly made in small batches throughout the day to ensure freshness. You can expect to find the tastiest Waterblommetjie (water flowers that are edible) pies, Ouma Brood, Raisin Bread, Rye Bread, Banana Bread and Mosbolletjies. They stock some of the provinces’ top wines and craft beers. They are committed to sustainability and use biodegradable coffee cups that later became plant pots for indigenous Elgin Fynbos. Therefore, they ask that you dispose of your cup in one of the two large coffee-shaped bins on the premises. They also have a bus shop selling leather items and a book shop that looks like a little magical wonderland castle. Remember to use Debit/Credit cards, Masterpass, or Snapscan for payments as they don’t accept cash.
Google 4.5 /5 ★| Tripadvisor 4.5 /5 ★
The Orchard Farm Stall
Over half an hour out of Cape Town, the Orchard Farm Stall is the first stall on the left on the N2 in Grabouw. Perfect for food lovers, they offer delicious hearty meals and the on-site bakery serves freshly baked goods, from sweet pastries to savoury pies and quiches. Their shelves are stocked with 5-star biltong, droëwors, local honey, homemade jams and preserves including orange marmalade, passion fruit jam, pear and ginger preserve. Additionally, you can find a well-stocked wine shop with some of the best local and regional wines.
There is a playground and jumping castle for children to play and in the summer months they offer free train rides for the children to enjoy on the property. The grass lawn surrounding the farm stall makes the perfect picnic spot in the sun and in the cooler months, you will be able to enjoy the heat of the fireplaces inside the shop.
Google 4.3 /5 ★| Tripadvisor 3.5 /5 ★
Houw Hoek Farm Stall
This Farm Stall won Cape Town’s KFM Radio Best of the Best Award in 2022. Set in the picturesque Houw Hoek mountain pass in Overberg. Houw Hoek has the authentic South African white farmhouse style with a green ridged iron roof. You’ll find a tempting assortment of homemade pies, Ouma beskuit (rusks), cakes, baked bread, local wines and all other delightful treats.
Enjoy your time under the shady trees and the tranquil mountain setting with a prepared picnic basket from the farm stall or try fly fishing some Rainbow Trout in the three dams. You can hire fly and normal rods at the shop. If fly fishing is not your thing, you can always enjoy the fresh fish with a unique salad offering served inside the shop.
Google 4.5 /5 ★| Tripadvisor 4 /5 ★
Rietdakkie Padstal
Rietdakkie which is Afrikaans for “Thatched Roof”, has a beautiful heartwarming origin story. It is owned by a family who in the 1980s were farmers and grew vegetables. The farmer would stock a wagon full of vegetables and sell it next to the road. As time went on, they would gradually expand and the farmer’s wife started making homemade baked goods to sell with the vegetables. They built the Rietdakkie a few years later and now operate in this cosy building. They stock what is in season, giving back to the community and supporting the local farmers from the Breede River Valley. They have a Farm Style kitchen serving coffee, baked goods and some very popular roosterkoeke (bread baked on a gridiron over a fire). Children have their own enclosed area to play, making it a family-friendly destination.
Google 4.5 /5 ★
Pampoen Padstal/ Die Pampoenstalletjie
The Pampoen Padstal based in Worcester has been family owned for more than 30 years and is a famous landmark in the area. Creating warmth and charm, this farm stall is known for its rustic style and collection of real pumpkins. You will notice the theme not only in the decor but also in the products they offer. With changing seasons, the products in the farm stall progress, providing fresh produce from the farm to the public. They sell Makataan (Watermelon) jam, Green Fig Jam and sundried raisins. You can relax on their cosy corner stoep (porch) and enjoy a coffee with a rusk or even one of the homemade pampoenmuffins (Pumpkin muffins).
Google 4.2 /5 ★| Tripadvisor 3.5 /5 ★
These farm stalls offer more than just fresh produce and products, but a memorable journey. They embody the South African charm and hospitality. If you are simply passing through or looking for the full farm stall experience, make sure to complete your journey through the Western Cape by visiting one of the farm stalls on our list.
