Steytlerville Restaurants

Complimented by views overlooking citrus orchids and the Kouga Mountains, Padlangs invites relaxation and languid dining in a shabby chic setting exuding rustic elegance. Serving a wide variety of country delights such as venison pie, curried pineapple and famous Patensie potatoes, diners are spoilt with hearty favourites and delicious Sunday carveries.

A place to relax and call home, Tolbos indulges with a wide variety of traditional South African dishes. Browse the exclusive gift shop before settling in for a satisfying meal at Tolbos Restaurant.

Housed inside the Assegaibosch Country Lodge in Kareedouw, Dezeppi’s Pizzeria invites welcoming hospitality in a warm rustic setting. Feast on tantalizing varieties of pizza and pasta or seductive hotpot dishes overlooking the pool and deck. This pizzeria exudes tranquil country living flanked by sweeping views and warm hospitality. Available on booking only basis.

Cradled in the Assegaaibosh Country Lodge along the scenic Route 62, The Copper Pot immerses the palate in hearty fare. Dine soaking up the summer breeze on the patio or snug up to the winter fire and scenic vistas. The Copper Pot is available for bookings and private functions nestled against a backdrop of the Tsitsikamma Forest and Kouga Mountains.

Warmed by caramel rich floors and ornate chandeliers, Ripple Hill Hotel nestles on the brim of Baviaanskloof Reserve. Built in 1946, this hotel is reminiscent of a bygone era complimented by warm ambiance and good friendly service. The extensive menu boasts best AAA grade matured beef, pizzas and salads to burgers, toasted sandwiches, fish and chicken dishes, with an occasional treat of fresh fish caught off the coast. For starters, try the crab sticks, crumbed and deep-fried served with tartar sauce and for light meals the fish special, 150g hake fillet, topped with creamy mushroom sauce and cheddar cheese, wood oven baked served with chips. Mains tempts the palate with chicken cordon bleu, stuffed with ham, cheese and mushrooms, coated in breadcrumbs, deep-fried and smothered in a creamy sauce served with vegetables and chips. Steeped in history and delicious cuisine, Ripple Hotel provides a cosy setting indoors or on the stoep perfect for languid dining.

Enjoy a champagne breakfast or or blow out lunch in the Gamtoos Valley. Situated just 7 km outside Patensie en route to the Baviaanskloof Wilderness Area, Padlangs Country Restaurant and Shop is definitley worth a visit. Anne and her team only use freshly- picked seasonal produce to create their scrumptious signature dishes.Tuck into a hearty Leeuloop Breakfast or enjoy high tea with yummy baked delights served in bone china and silver. The milk tarts, lemon meringues, muffins and Greek chocolate cake are all made by local farmers' wives. Tannie Shirley's chicken pies are really made by Tannie Shirley!Cooked lunches are on offer on Sundays and the Saturday menu includes tripe and home-baked bread. In the kitchen is Cordon Bleu chef Sharelda van Niekerk so your à la carte meal will be something special.The shop has involved the local communities by offering jams, preserves and home-baked pies as well as decorative items and gifts. Enjoy an afternoon with friends in the warm atmosphere of their cigar lounge or pick your own fruit in the surrounding citrus orchards. Padlangs is wheelchair-friendly and the playground will give the kids a chance to work off some excess energy. Open Monday to Sunday 08:00 to 17:00, including public holidays.

Dine indoors immersed in the deep blue or on the wooden deck with refreshing views of the harbour. Chokka Block serves sustainably sourced seafood and organically farmed meats and vegetables. Try the tender and tasty calamari sipping a refreshing wine marvelling at the magnificent views.

The Ark boasts spectacular views and rustic ambiance complimented by intimate dinners, lively bush pub, winery and wine garden. Serving sumptuous breakfasts, hearty pub grub and for special occasions, dine and wine by flickering candlelight. Indulge in succulent steaks, traditional roosterkoek and pizzas all well paired with ice-cold beers and wines. The Ark offers laidback Karoo hospitality and sweeping views in a setting perfectly suited for a memorable dining experience.

The cosy and intimate setting invites relaxation complimented by a crisp glass of organic wine. Peruse the a la carte menu or three course set menu with succulent choices of kingklip baked in a wood-burning pizza oven, smothered in a white wine sauce with a touch of garlic covered with shrimps and mussels. For land lovers, submit to a flame-grilled steak, stuffed with raw garlic and drenched in a sublime garlic butter sauce rounded off by heavenly wicked chocolate mousse.

Cradled by scenic landscapes and the pulse of Hankey’s CBD, The Lemon Tree Coffee Shop dwells on escape and relaxation from the daily bustle of everyday life. Enjoy light meals, cake and tea and a decadent selection of homemade jams, pies and savoury tarts in true country hospitality and picturesque landscapes. The Lemon Tree Coffee Shop tickles the palate with melt-in-the-mouth pleasures for a heavenly country feast off the historic Garden Route.

Rafters Restaurant offers fresh country style cuisine using fresh local produce based on traditional South African dishes with a hint of Cape Malay. Enjoy the cosy atmosphere by the double sided log fire or out on the new Fynbos Terrace. Known throughout the globe, it is definitely place to eat when you come to the Tsitsikamma area. Sitting out in the sun, gazing across the garden to the Tsitsikamma Mountain range while feasting on breakfast or lunch is paradise found.

A new generation of women are paying homage to the roots of South African dining with delectable cuisine freshly prepared for the whole family. This well kept secret in Tsitsikamma follows the tradition of good, home-cooked food revived by and era long forgotten. Renowned for international recognition by the New York Times, De Ouda Restaurant boasts the culinary genius of Martha influenced by British flare. Using only fresh, local organic ingredients with emphasis on lots of fresh herbs from the garden, patrons experience an explosion of flavours and tastes combined with a welcoming service for a truly delectable experience.

Come enjoy good food and drinks in a relaxed atmosphere seduced by delicious light lunches, mouth-watering cakes and freshly baked cheeses. Housed in the beautiful garden setting enchanted by magical fountains and statue of Baccha himself, patrons can kick back and relax in leisurely surroundings sampling the simple pleasures.

Situated on the outskirts of Humandorp, this enchanting gem surprises the palate in every nook and cranny. Dressed in eclectic charm scattered with mismatched furniture and lit by flirtatious chandeliers reflected in the dramatic Gilt mirrors, Le Chameleon beguiles with charm and temptation. Take delight in sweet and savoury dishes boasting generous portions. For brunch, the Le Chameleon omelette tossed and wrapped in bacon, mushrooms, onions and cheese is a must have. For those with a wicked sweet tooth, give into the French toast balanced with green fig preserve, bacon and maple syrup. Dine within the magical restaurant or whisk away the senses enchanted by the tea garden; Le Chameleon secures an extensive menu and wine list filled with surprising delights for those who dare to uncover this secret gem.

Enjoy farm style breakfast, sumptuously warm home cooked muffins or delicious refreshing light lunches all within the beauty and tranquillity of running waters and indigenous ferns. Browse the curio shops or quaint selection of African art before indulging in a 4 course Menu D’hôte served in the cosy Otters Holt Restaurant warmed by open fireplaces and Khoisan theme.

Willow Historical Guest House Restaurant stands proud in history and hospitality in the poster town of Willowmore. Brimming with old-world charm and elegant Victorian furniture, this home away from home setting invites languid lunches and intimate dinners in the well-appointed dining room. Steeped in history and character with unsurpassed hospitality and fine food, The Willow Historical Guest House Restaurant pampers the palate with regional fare such as Karoo Lamb, Ostrich, baboti, Tripe, Trotters and Oxtail. The dining room welcomes with scattered antique furniture and local artefacts depicting the historical background of Willowmore heightened by appetising meals and generous full English breakfasts. Enjoy a culinary journey of the Karoo pampered by old-world charm and elegant dining at Willow Historical Guest House Restaurant, off the scenic Garden Route.

Flattered by sweeping views of the Indian Ocean and delicious gourmet cuisine, diners unwind in comfort dusting off the lasts speck of everyday life. Tastefully decorated in chic comfort, enjoy a languid lunch overlooking Jeffreys Bay on signatures dishes such as gourmet lamb burger topped with a chilli and mint salsa served with country fries or succulent grilled rump steak flavoured mash and seasonal vegetables. Conclude the meal with decadent chocolate brownie in a brandy snap basket drenched with homemade ice cream. Retreat to a place of serenity and quietness at Sugarbird Restaurant for delicious selections of gourmet cuisine.

Housed inside a charming old house extending onto a shady courtyard, Sophies choice tempts the palate with delicious homegrown Karoo delights and frothy cappuccinos. Enjoy a light meal and aromatic coffee in the shady courtyard or watch the day unfold on the breezy stoep with a tender Lamb shank and crunchy salad. Browse the special gift shop or age old antiques for some retail therapy before settling down for a relaxing meal and delicious cappuccino at Sophies Choice.

Karoosmiles charms the palate with decadent country cuisine in a beautiful garden setting. An ideal place to relax, Karoosmiles soaks up the scenic surrounds over a light lunch, languid breakfast or sinful sweet treat. The menu boasts a generous selection of a la carte meals with an added bit of retail therapy browsing local gifts, homemade preserves, paintings and antiques. Karoosmiles is the ideal family setting in a popular landmark in the heart of Aberdeen off the historic Route 62.

The décor speaks of voortrekker days, enamel crockery, quaint bucket lights, food prepared over open fires and old gas cookers. Die Walskipper catches the freshest assortment of seafood prepared succulently and served in the sheltered open-air restaurant. For starters, beguile quail eggs, springbok biltong and droëwors, or oysters on ice. Main courses include old faithfuls as well as adventurous crocodile or ostrich steaks. Get the taste buds tingling with calamari steak, perlemoen, sole, catch of the day and voluptuous seafood platters. Round off the meal with homemade koeksisters, malva pudding cheesecakes, or ice cream with strawberries. Die Walskipper is the perfect spot for a bit of relaxation near the beach, buzzing with culinary activity.