Your first impression is one of homeliness at Noop. Set under two elegant old oak trees, their heritage building breathes warmth and hospitality. Like many others in Paarl on the country's longest Main Road, their landmark has been restored and retains its original character.

They were customers before they became owners, so they felt at home there when they took Noop over in 2012. They've kept everything people love about it while also making it their own. It's still as popular with returning locals as it is with visiting tourists.

More than anything, that's because of the quality of their meals. And they cook the same food here as they do at home. Unpretentious. Often spontaneous. Always delicious.