Noop menu.

Explore Noop’s menu featuring vibrant starters like Seared Yellowfin Tuna, hearty mains including Kudu, fresh salads, and sides. Located on Main Rd, Paarl, enjoy exceptional food and attentive service in a charming Cape Winelands setting.

— Week of 23 Mar, 2026 —
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About the menu

Noop is a culinary gem nestled on Main Road in Paarl, South Africa, offering a refined yet approachable dining experience. The menu showcases a balance of bold flavors and delicate craftsmanship, with highlights like the Seared & Tempura Yellowfin Tuna, combining fresh baby herbs, wakame, and wasabi mayo for a vibrant start. The Honey & Soy Pork Roast Belly infuses rich coconut curry cream with crisp tempura lychee, creating an addictive fusion of textures and tastes. Pasta lovers will appreciate the Homemade Wild Mushroom Ravioli dressed in luxurious white truffle beurre noisette, enhanced by parmesan and sage. For mains, the Beef Fillet Au Poivre stands out, perfectly crusted with black pepper and complemented by a Madagascan green peppercorn sauce. Salads such as the duck and avocado blend bring fresh, zesty contrast. Noop’s commitment to seasonal and daily specials keeps the menu fresh, reflecting the South African terroir with elegance and heart. This bistro is an exemplar of passion, precision, and palate-pleasing flavors.

Allergies or dietary restrictions? Please ask staff before ordering — they can talk you through every dish. Menus change often, so symbols aren't always up to date.
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S TA R T E R S

8 items

SEARED & TEMPURA YELLOWFIN TUNA

Baby herbs, wakame, avocado, julienne vegetables, edamame beans, pickled ginger, wasabi, mayo & Asian dressing.

HONEY & SOY PORK ROAST BELLY

Coconut curry cream, tempura lychee, carrot puree & toasted peanuts.

$ZAR 140.00

HOMEMADE WILD MUSHROOM RAVIOLI

White truffle beurre noisette, parmesan, crisp sage & suurvygie preserve.

$ZAR 135.00

SPICED CRISPY SQUID

Mango & ginger chutney, saffron aioli, coriander & spring onion.

$ZAR 135.00

FRESH WEST COAST BLACK MUSSELS

White wine, onion, garlic & cream. (subject to availability)

PRAWN TEMPURA

Pickled daikon radish, cucumber, sesame, mayo & sweet tentsuyu dressing.

$ZAR 149.00

CRAYFISH BISQUE

Brandy & cream.

$ZAR 130.00

KALAHARI GEMSBOK CARPACCIO

Crispy capers, pickled shallots, olive oil, parmesan & wild rocket.

$ZAR 145.00

SALADS

3 items

HOUSE SALAD

Baby herbs, olives, feta, cucumber, red onion, cherry tomato, avocado & vinaigrette.

$ZAR 130.00

CAESAR SALAD

Romaine lettuce, croutons, grilled halloumi, bacon, free range egg & dressing.

$ZAR 140.00

DUCK SALAD

Baby herbs, shredded duck, avocado, orange segments, kiwi, radish, spring onion, sesame seeds, soy, honey & chilli dressing.

$ZAR 135.00

MAINS

5 items

CRISP ROAST FREE RANGE DUCK

Confit potato, sautéed broccolini & Van der Hum jus.

$ZAR 289.00

THAI RED PRAWN CURRY

Prawns, lychee, lime leaf, lemongrass, coriander, coconut milk & egg fried jasmine rice.

$ZAR 275.00

KALAHARI SPRINGBOK LOIN

Homemade potato gnocchi, mushrooms, bordelaise sauce & white truffle essence.

$ZAR 295.00

SLOW ROASTED DEBONED KAROO LAMB NECK

Potato croquettes, red wine jus, gremolata & baby vegetables.

$ZAR 285.00

POKÉ BOWL

Tempura Broccolini, mushroom, black rice, avocado, edamame, daikon radish, wakame, julienne vegetables, pickled ginger, toasted sesame, mayo & Asian dressing.

$ZAR 240.00

MEAT

4 items

BEEF FILLET STEAK

Served with onion rings, side & sauce of your choice.

BEEF FILLET AU POIVRE

Crusted with black pepper, served with Madagascan green peppercorn sauce & side of your choice.

BEEF SIRLOIN STEAK

Served with onion rings, side & sauce of your choice.

WAGYU BEEF BURGER

Rocket, tomato, onion, pickled cucumber, mature cheddar, truffle mayonnaise, brioche roll, French fries & onion rings.

SAUCES

4 items

Bordelaise

$ZAR 30.00

Wild Mushroom & Truffle

$ZAR 30.00

Madagascan Green Peppercorn & Brandy

$ZAR 30.00

Gorgonzola Cream

$ZAR 30.00

SIDES

7 items

French Fries

$ZAR 48.00

Pommes Puree

$ZAR 48.00

Potato Pave With Crème Fraiche

$ZAR 48.00

Onion Rings

$ZAR 45.00

Side Salad

$ZAR 48.00

Sautéed Green Vegetables

$ZAR 60.00

Roasted Vegetables

$ZAR 55.00

DESSERTS

6 items

TONKA BEAN CRÈME BRÛLÉE

Homemade pine nut brittle ice cream, cacao nib soil & brandy snap.

$ZAR 135.00

APPLE CRUMBLE

Crème fraiche & brandy syrup.

$ZAR 130.00

MADAGASCAN DARK CHOCOLATE DELICE

Homemade coffee ice cream, hazelnut & cocoa nib crisp.

$ZAR 145.00

TRADITIONAL MALVA PUDDING

Anglaise, spitsroken & homemade milk ice cream.

$ZAR 120.00

TRIO OF HOMEMADE ICE CREAM

Please ask your waitron for today’s selection.

$ZAR 130.00

CHEESE BOARD

5 Specially selected cheeses, homemade preserves, toasted sourdough & melba.

$ZAR 185.00
from a recent review —
Nestled beneath two majestic oak trees on Paarl's historic Main Road, Noop was the setting for my very first dinner on my very first visit to the Cape Winelands. As a first-time visitor, I was personally blown away by the Kudu main course—it was cooked to absolute perfection, making it a standout experience. Beyond the main menu, the kitchen keeps things interesting with daily chalkboard specials that feature seasonal items like wild mushroom risotto and fresh seafood, proving the chef is capable across the board. Make Noop your first stop when visiting Paarl. It successfully blends high-end cuisine with a relaxed, almost home-like setting, all supported by an incredible wine program and impeccable service. As a first time visitor to Paarl, experiencing Noop as my introductory meal set an incredibly high bar for the rest of the trip. It truly lives up to its reputation as one of Paarl’s finest.
Mangaliso
Mar 22, 2026
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