Giyani Restaurants

Cradled in the poster town of Vaalwater in a shady peaceful garden retreat, the Bush Stop Café is a passport to heavenly cuisine enticed by eclectic charm and rustic ambiance. A great place to spend the day immersed in laid-back breakfasts or languid lunches feasting from freshly prepared creations such as slow-roasted lamb with garlic, rosemary and mint or smoked salmon with avo, watercress and pickled ginger mayo. Boasting legendary milkshakes and homemade treats such as refreshing mint and ginger granita or mini lemon cupcakes with beetroot topping, Bush Stop Café entices and invites a wholesome approach to dining in the tranquil surrounds of a shady garden.

Offering an exquisite choice of cuisine under warmth and smiles of African hospitality, Tzaneen Country Lodge satisfies the most discerning palate. Housed in a lodge nestled in vast bushveld of indigenous forests and farmlands, diners can soak up the African bushveld while perusing the a la carte menu offering wholesome breakfasts, satisfying lunches and elegant dinners. Exuding comfortable elegance and sumptuous country cuisine, this delightful dining experience bewitches the senses with secluded corners and alfresco summers using only locally sourced fresh fruit and vegetables. Visit Tzaneen Country Lodge for pampering African hospitality and discerning cuisine.

This quality establishment is set against a backdrop of mountains, dams and gum tree plantations. Downtown Restaurant provides a cosy setting set in tranquil surrounds for a soothing retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life

Nested beneath the shades of centuries old Wild Fig trees in an old farmhouse, this intimate country restaurant sweeps the palate with delicious Afro-fusion cuisine complimented by expansive views and crackling fireplaces. Offering the best of local and European tastes, the award winning Woodowl restaurant serves amongst the most popular dishes, sweet potato and avocado soup, seared beef fillet crusted with African spices and butternut chips and mango ice-cream enrobed in a chocolate & chilli sauce. The Nguni beef fillet is sublime, served with mash with burnt sage and a spicy monkey nut sauce with hot buttery sweet potatoes. Soups change daily accompanied by fabulous Venda pot bread. The desserts highlight, a lemon and mango sorbet in a brandy-snap basket. Sample sumptuous cuisine at this award winning restaurant warmed by local décor and culturally inspired table wear for a table d’hôte experience like no other.

Open to the public by reservation only, Nandini Bistro sends the palate on a journey of discovery secluded in intimate dining surrounds. Dine amidst the captivating Drakensberg range on the terrace or for an intimate and exclusive setting, the wine cellar savours special occasions. Bush dining is available upon request, a fine dining experience close to the proximity of the water hole. Serving traditional cuisine spilling off the a la carte menu, Nandini Bistro offers exclusivity and affordability in a romantic and intimate setting.

Yum Yum Deli inspires an urban touch infused with contemporary cuisine perfect for kicking back and soaking up the languid atmosphere. The décor speaks of bold canvasses and modern lines that exude an international feel. Diners can enjoy light lunches or idle the day away over a good cappuccino and grills complimented by home-grown veggies. Revitalise the senses with delicious mouthfuls of dukkah-rolled goat’s cheese salad with caramelised pecans and honey chive dressing, or dorado or yellowtail on wheat risotto and brinjal. Desserts include a medley of homemade ice creams, freshly baked tarte tatin and smashed meringue with berry coulis and yoghurt. The wine menu is compact and tight but select wines show their presence complimented by the odd Chilean and boutique wine. Yum Yum Deli soaks up a charming atmosphere perfect for lovely coffees and light lunches.

Serving a long menu of meaty delights dominated by game trophies telling their own story on the walls, diners indulge in grills and pub meals in a casual game setting. Try succulently cooked steaks prepared to perfection or feast on fillet stuffed with mushrooms or mussels, indoors or alfresco on the wooden deck. Buffalo Pub and Grill provides a hearty dwelling for hungry bellies dominated by meaty cuisine.

Tucked away in lush subtropical vegetation cradled by serenely fertile valley surrounds, Misty Peaks Pub and Grill offers breathtaking views and a memorable a la carte dining experience. Housed in the rustic warmth of a thatched building, with sweeping views, diners welcome warm African hospitality before the aroma of hearty pub cuisine embraces the senses. With the last trail of the setting sun blushing through the sky, enjoy a colourful cocktail before the cool evening breeze sets in. Misty Peak Pub and Grill wraps the palate in mountain hospitality for an indulging experience surrounded in a lush subtropical valley.

A relaxed and languid setting, Ashley’s Continental Café relaxes the palate in bistro dining with a contemporary twist. The excellent menu offers light lunches, gourmet sandwiches and crispy salads freshly prepared in a subtropical setting. For a wholesome and healthy option, savour an open gourmet sandwich with either cheese or meat and lovely local fare like avocados, nuts, peppadews and chillies. The pepper-crusted fillet is a popular main course as is the fish and chips, both served with salad. Ashley’s serves sumptuous breakfasts including eggs benedict served with either spinach or ham and an open-baked frittata.

Dominated by large indigenous Mopane, Marula and Boabab trees, this idyllic oasis evokes true African splendour touched by sophisticated elegance and a variety of mouth-watering dishes. Sefapane Lodge and Safaris fuses the taste of Africa with Western style cooking techniques served under star-studded skies and roaring boma fires. Boasting an a la carte menu and stylish décor, diners soak up the idyllic surrounds before immersing the palate on a culinary safari. .

Tastefully decorated within a tropical oasis, diners peruse the menu’s tantalising gourmet cuisine alongside a cracking winter fire or alfresco watching the setting sun under the shady Cassia Tree. There is a wide range of meat dishes from which to choose – lamb chops, eisbein and trinchado, but rumps and fillets are the best. Enjoy the regular seafood specials, offering delights such as prawns, calamari and curries. Enjoy a slice of paradise at The Tavern at Highgrove for an idyllic treat and gourmet cuisine.

Conceived by the love of beautiful porcelain, silver crockery and crystal glass, Zeederburg Restaurant soaks up elegant old world charm steeped in history and reputation. Renowned for the finest breakfasts in the country housed on the veranda overlooking the pool, diners retreat to a buffet oasis garnished with fruit, yoghurt, cereals, cold meats, smoked salmon, cheeses, homemade breads and pastries. The restaurant offers a variety of sumptuous cooked breakfasts with mouth-watering lunches and soft candlelit dinners perused by an extensive a la carte menu. Including meat, fish presents a great choice ranging from kingklip, sole or regional trout, served with mash and seasonal just-picked vegetables. The Sunday buffet perfectly prepared offers soup, salads, fresh bread and carvery concluded by macadamia nut pie, grown on the estate. Bookings essential, Zeederburg Restaurant will devour the palate with exceptional cuisine in an old word setting that embraces the charm and elegance required by a fine dining establishment.

Perched at the foothills of the mysterious Soutpansberg Mountains, Acacia Restaurant boasts full English breakfasts and delicious lunches and dinners. The cuisine touches on locally inspired dishes with explosions of taste dominating the palate. Peruse the menu feasting on tasty delights before rounding off a satisfying meal with cooling cocktails or soothing nightcaps under the starry skies in the comfort of the pergola. Acacia Restaurant caters for a delicious dining experience at The Gateway Inn in Makhado (Louis Trichard).

This small family run restaurant sits in the heart of Limpopo exuding flavourful Portuguese foods and continental breakfasts. Lunch and dinner courses spill off the set and a la carte menu complimented by roaring winter fires and African sundowners. Try the famous prawns, trinchado, Portuguese style steak or chicken. Once a month there are special evenings with promotions for SA Breweries, wine tasting evenings and entertainment.

With rustic blackboard menus and self-service orders placed at the bar, diners can experience pub grub and British ambiance authenticated by traditional meals and drinks. With reputation as the best pizza in Limpopo, The Pot and Plough serves up thin crust pizzas topped generously including traditional favourites such as bangers and mash. Visit The Pot and Plough for a village pub experience and feel good atmosphere halfway between Haenertsburg and Tzaneen on the R71.

Barbecue around an open fire or soak up elegant bush dinners succumbing to the wild cries and earthy scents of Africa for an unforgettable gastronomic dining and culinary traditions of Europe. Breathtaking views capture game rich and lush river vegetation bordered by the towering Drakensberg range sets the backdrop for an unforgettable dining experience at Kuname River Lodge.