A seasonal Cape stew made with mutton and indigenous Cape pondweed flowers.
4 top-rated spots found
Jonkershuis
Traditional Waterblommetjie Bredie
Cape Malay / Cape Dutch
ยท $$$
ยท Constantia
โ โ โ โ ยฝ 4.6
2,450 reviews
ClassicLocal LegendHistoricSeasonal
9.4
Flavor
7.8
Value
9.7
Vibe
Set on the oldest wine estate in South Africa, their bredie is the gold standard for heritage cooking. It uses a centuries-old recipe that balances the lemon-zest acidity with the earthy, unique texture of the waterblommetjie flower.
๐ Groot Constantia Rd, Constantia, Cape Town, 7806 ยท View on Maps
Bo-Kaap Kombuis
Waterblommetjie Bredie
Cape Malay
ยท $$
ยท Bo-Kaap
โ โ โ โ ยฝ 4.5
1,100 reviews
Hidden GemCultural LandmarkInstagrammable
9.1
Flavor
8.9
Value
9.2
Vibe
This spot offers an unparalleled view of Table Mountain alongside a deeply authentic, home-style version of the dish that feels like an invitation into a family kitchen rather than a commercial restaurant.
Located at the Norval Foundation, this restaurant treats the bredie as a piece of art. They focus on texture and presentation that elevates the humble pond-flower to fine-dining status while respecting the traditional flavor profile.
Traditional South African
ยท $$$
ยท V&A Waterfront
โ โ โ โ โ 4.2
1,850 reviews
ClassicTourist FavoriteWaterfront
8.6
Flavor
6.8
Value
8.5
Vibe
While located in a tourist hub, Karibu maintains high standards for indigenous ingredients, ensuring the seasonal waterblommetjies are sourced correctly and cooked to the perfect 'snap' rather than being mushy.
๐ 156, Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre, Cape Town, 8002 ยท View on Maps