Philipstown Restaurants

Dine amidst the cosy and comfortable atmosphere on a 3-course Boere menu at this family restaurant located within the grounds of New Holme Guest Farm. Situated on the banks of Seekoer River, Blue Crane Restaurant invites languid lunches under ancient Poplar Trees, romantic dinners on the star deck and rustic veld braai’s. Dine on Karoo farm dishes, succulent Karoo Lamb, Springbuck and beef cradled by lush gardens and the cries of abundant bird life. Unique meals transpire from homegrown vegetables and herbs seduced by the lingering aroma of oven-baked bread and fruity jam. Compliment the meal with a bottle of wine pampered underground in the 400-bottle cellar, boasting a variety of fine South African wines. Blue Crane Restaurant intoxicates the senses with endless temptations and beautiful surrounds.

Sea Cow River Restaurant at New Holme Guest farm. We have built our guest farm and our reputation on our 3 course Boere Kos dinners. Our public demand we are now offering meals to the public. We do romantic dinners for two on the “Star Deck”, veldt braais in the koppies , sundowners at the hippo pool , big 3 course dinners , lights lunches, campaign breakfasts small functions and weddings. Our underground, 400 bottle wine cellar are stocked with a good variety of South African wines. Tables are set under the big old popular trees in very lush gardens ore around the pool area. Garden birds give the background music wile eland, sheep and horses entertain the visitors. We are Blue Crane custodians and they are present in numbers, you can hear and see them early in the morning. We use this elegant and graces bird as our emblem. We serve Karoo farm dishes. Karoo Lamb, springbuck, and beef are used in many different ways to create unique meals. Homemade dreads and homemade jam’s vegetables out of our garden. Herbs grow in our rose garden all fresh and good. Owners P.C. and Marisca Ferreira are your chef, waiter and entertainment. Guest often have coffee in our kitchen, and might help preparing springbuck, lamb or warthog.

The Horse and Mill an accommodation venue in central Colesberg houses an old country style English Pub restaurant. Adorned with Harley Davidson memorabilia, this laid back eatery offers classic Karoo dishes that focus on the best Karoo lamb of the vicinity.

Jc's under the Grapevine is a family run Pizzeria. The relaxed atmosphere allows guests to enjoy meals on the patio or indoors at the fireplace. The restaurant also serves traditional Karoo meals.

Ketelfontein Tea Garden is ideall located in Church Street. The restaurant serves light meals in a lovely nursery setting.

Upstairs Restaurant is situated in Church street. It offers a selection of the best Karoo offerings including beef, lamb and chicken dishes. The restaurant also serves seafood.

The Plattelander is certally loacted in Church Street. It comes hight recommended for its delicious Karoo lamb dishes and traditional fare such as pumkin fritters.

Bordeaux Coffee Shop is located in Colesberg's historic Church Street. Guests will delight in the light meals, including traditional Karoo cuisine on offer here. Enjoy the tranquil garden setting.