Nestled in a charming heritage cottage on Queen Victoria Street, Madre offers an intimate and warm country‑style dining experience. The restaurant’s stoep and garden seating make it feel like a relaxed friend’s home, perfect for lingering over a long, cozy dinner.

🍽️ Food & Menu
Madre’s ever-changing blackboard menu reflects deep respect for local, seasonal produce—much of it sourced directly from the garden, local markets, or nearby farms. Dishes range from exquisite small plates like creamy burrata with preserved ginger and spices, to rich mains such as prawn-and-chorizo risotto, duck with braised red cabbage, and slow-braised springbok flavors. Desserts like tarte au citron and coconut panna cotta spark delight with pure, seasonal sweetness.

🍷 Drinks & Service
Madre’s wine list is small yet thoughtfully curated, focusing on excellent regional wines that complement the food beautifully. Service is warm and gracious, with Chef-owner Madre and her husband Morné often present, creating a welcoming "dinner at a friend's house" atmosphere.

🌿 Ambience
Set amidst Stanford’s leafy village charm, Madre feels relaxed, heartfelt, and deeply connected to its surroundings. The terrace, under established mulberry trees, invites long, leisurely meals. The interior is cozy and thoughtful, with natural finishes, garden views, and friendly, unpretentious elegance.