Kruger National Park Restaurants

Ambri Africa dominates carnivorous palates with hearty African delights in a comfortable and casual setting. Beguile the taste buds with eisbein, ribs, steaks, oxtails and even offal with a great kudu potjie that will satisfy the hungriest appetite. Hearty food filled with taste; choose from chicken and prawn curry or 500g sole. For something lighter, try the hamburgers, chicken and herb salad, smoked trout salad and lasagnes. Ambri Africa is a hidden rustic gem tucked away in Hoedspruit, a worthwhile visit for hearty carnivorous diners.

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.

Famous for mouth watering Mozambican style peri-peri chicken and delicious Mediterranean dishes, diners enjoy the beautiful Sabie Valley alongside a glass of fine wine and delectable specialities. Located in the scenic surrounds, Restaurant Cozihna Velha offers a seasonal a la Carte menu for breakfast, lunch for dinner and soothing pre dinner drink under the stars.

Dine within the cosy interior or a intimate dining experience or enjoy café style ambiance on the sunny veranda wrapped in potted olive and orange trees. Ambiance music compliments the menu flowing with Moroccan and Mediterranean dishes including the likes of sushi and Chinese dishes alongside a chilled bottle of wine. The Fez Restaurant offers lunch and dinner in relaxed surrounds, the perfect place for sharing platters and a good bottle of wine.

The GKNP College is a hospitality training centre, located right outside the Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate. The college is run by its students. The college has an a la carte restaurant, a South African cuisine restaurant, a fast food restaurant, a delicatessen, a street café, a coffee shop, a ladies bar, a beer hall and a bush bar. It also has a night club over the weekends, as well as a wedding chapel and several conference venues. The meals are fairly basic and affordable. Support South Africa's students and make a turn when you are in the area.

Gossips Restaurant is located within the artsy surrounds of Hoedspruit Kamogelo Centre brimming with curios, jewellery shops, internet and generous portions of hearty cuisine. Try the tender beef schnitzel crumbed, golden fried with pepper and mushroom sauce and topped with a sprinkling of cheese. On the other hand, try the eisbein with chips and vegetables or the 600g rump steak with chips to satisfy a hearty appetite. For lighter options, try the famous Gossips salad, chicken, cheese, biltong, tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers. Gossips Restaurant invites an enjoyable dining experiencing and relaxing ambiance with speciality cocktails and wines to compliment each meal.

A wonderfully wild dining experience, the Hippo Hollow restaurant provides a unique setting in which to enjoy superb food and a great atmosphere. The restaurant provides breakfast, lunch and dinner from a continually updated menu offering local food in all its wonderful forms.

Pamper the palate with a rustic yet elegant cuisine presented in heavy African cooking pots cooked over a gentle flame. Guests dine around an open fire in a circular indoor boma with choices selected and cooked by expert chefs. Kapama Buffalo Camp entices the wild call of Africa around roaring fires and traditional cooking techniques for an authentic dining experience.

Nestled in the heart of Kapama Private Game Reserve with sweeping views across tranquil lakes, Kapama Lodge invites warm African hospitality complimented by local and international fare. Chefs see to every whim and need for a personalised dining experience. Dine in the dimly lit Kapama Lodge main dining room or for a more traditional experience - the circular outdoor boma enclosed in dimly lit lanterns and the starlit sky. For a more intimate experience, dine in comfortable seclusion in the bushveld under a blanket of stars and moonlit African sky. Kapama Lodge serves fine cuisine from an À la carte menu with specialities like tender rack of lamb, gentle curries and flavourful seasonal vegetables concluded by delicious Kapama Lodge banoffee pie. Awaken the spirit of Africa at Kapama Lodge.

The lodge extends itself with three dining experiences each unique in their setting, each complimented by decadent cuisine and South Africa’s finest vineyard cellar. Rhino Boma invites buffet dining beneath an open sided thatch and crackling boma fire serving a variety of delicious food and impeccable service. Riverbed invites moonlit skies warmed by roaring bomas and open tables scattered over a dry riverbed lit by lanterns. Dishes are prepared with seasonal local produce and fresh herbs grown at the lodge. Ethnic dishes and accompaniments like mealie pap (African-style polenta) and chakalaka (a hot and spicy relish) grace the palate for an authentic taste of Africa. Specialist dishes like warthog stew and kudu casserole, impala sausages and mild oxtail curries create an exotic dining experience. Fish eaters and vegetarians are well catered for with fresh African vegetables such as sweet potatoes baked in their skin, wild spinach and feta cheese, spiced Zulu cabbage and steamed gem squash. The Simatle Lounge offers a perfect setting for large groups and formal functions dominated by Leadwood trunks, glass concertina doors that invite the bushveld in and roaring fireplaces that extend to an open beam thatched roof for a true African feel. Kapama River Lodge intoxicates the senses with pampered flair and pays homage to true African bushveld dining.

For a truly interesting and inspiring African dining experience, Kuka is the place to be. The food is superb, fusing African cuisines from all over the continent and jazzing them up to present a menu full of cosmopolitan offerings. Open all day long and serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, Kuka is the perfect spot for whatever you desire, be it a full meal with family or a tantalising cocktail with good friends.

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.

Located on Main Street in Hazyview, Le Pâtissier’s menu is predominantly café style, with delicious baked good and hearty continental breakfasts and lunches. The large open plan verandas shaded by cool flamboyant trees, an aromatic coffee and delicious breakfast makes a great start to the day. Breakfast choices include croissants with country ham and emmenthal, quiche Lorraine, salads and frites served with owner’s real Belgian mayonnaise. The wine list caters for all palates, perfect with a chilled lunch and the friendly helpful service makes dining easy at this bustling little café in Hazyview.

The open flowing spaces invite the seamlessly decorated ambiance into the dining experience inspired by international good honest food. Striking locally made chandeliers boasting over 6000 beads welcomes diners into this gem of creativity as seasonal and varied dishes grace the palate over relaxed breakfast and lunches.

Makalali Private Game Lodge offers an array of dining experiences, located close to the mighty Drakensberg range nestled on 26 000 hectares of conservancy. Dine under a blanket of stars warmed by the soft orange hues of a boma fire sampling regional African cuisine for a truly authentic boma dinner. If dining indoors suits the palate, Makalali Private Game Lodge entices with a plated dinner or casual family style dinner. For special occasions that require perfection and pampered cuisine, diners can request private ‘Sala’ dinners for candlelit romantic evenings. Makalali Private Game Lodge seduces the palate with a truly magical bushveld experience infused with African hospitality and legendary boma dining.

Cradled by lush African conservation, Matumi Game Lodge invites relaxation and authentic African hospitality. Dine on the exclusive a la carte menu in the heart of the African bush restaurant or succumb to the spirit of Africa, boma dining under a moonlit sky delighting in fine African cuisine. Matumi Game Lodge invites you to escape and rejuvenate to the beat of Africa for an unforgettable bush dining experience.

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.

Located in the Kamogelo Tourism Centre in Hoedspruit, Ngena Deli is a good spot for breakfast or lunch if you are looking for a laid-back setting. Serving fusion food and a variety of imported cheeses, cold meats in the open-air restaurant, Ngena Deli offers deli service and coffee bar complimented by a speciality bakery. Pop into Ngena Deli for a lazy breakfast or lunch followed by some culinary therapy from the deli bakery.

Comfortable and relaxed, Perry’s Bridge Trading Post makes an ideal spot for a lingering lunch followed by a little curio shopping and some delicious deli goods. Sit on the veranda shaded by age-old trees sampling delights such as toasted sandwiches, salads, burgers or baked potatoes. If something sweeter suits your mood, then a delicious moist cake, muffin or desert alongside a smooth cup of coffee will go a long way. Pop into Perry’s Bridge Trading Post on the corner of Main and Sabie Road just on the outskirts of Hazyview.

The restaurant is managed by the Dialer family. The atmosphere is relaxed, capturing the bush atmosphere in the décor, and ensuring you are whisked far away from the rushed city life. We provide a culinary experience. Come and enjoy personally prepared African family cuisine and service given with extra care and a smile. Great value for your money. The restaurant is set in a spacious thatched building, large enough to accommodate seven tables. The rustic log furniture comprises six tables each seating six persons, and one table seating ten. The restaurant is air-conditioned for your comfort and there are TV monitors and two big screens which can be programmed to two different channels, so you can watch soccer and rugby at the same time. The restaurant is fully licensed and boasts with a well-stocked bar and a varied menu. The kitchen is open from 07:00 to 21:00. On the busy nights the kitchen will stay open until all tummies are full. Customers wishing to enjoy supper under the open African sky will find four tables on the veranda; you may be able to identify the Southern Cross in the night sky. There is also a possibility that you could hear the lion's roar or the mad laugh of hyenas. The restaurant will be closed on 25 December and open every day during peak season.

Trendy, vibrant and up-market, this popular restaurant is equipped with a butchery which supplies both wet and dry meats, all perfectly treated and aged. A speciality of this restaurant is the boerewors which comes in traditional and flavoured varieties. Biltong is also a popular choice here. The steaks are superb and diners are able to choose precisely how much they want. To go with the fabulous food is a selection of a wonderful South African wine, kept in a carefully controlled wine cellar. Pioneer's Butcher and Grill puts quality first, providing a thoroughly satisfying dining experience.

Distinctly African, Pondoro Game Lodge infuses traditional African cuisine with modern European trends. Set on the banks of the Olifant River in the lush wilderness of Balule Nature Reserve, Pondoro Game Lodge boasts gourmet cuisine and an extensive wine cellar complimenting each meal. A revitalising establishment that will enchant and delight the senses, Pondoro Game Lodge is situated near Hoedspruit in close proximity of Phalaborwa.

Resting in the heart of the lowveld exuding a stylish yet relaxed ambiance, Rissington Inn tempts a wide variety of traditional dishes with an authentic twist. Indulge in country favourites such as ostrich carpaccio, served with rocket, beetroot carpaccio, brinjal crisps and chopped olive dressed with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. For mains, try the tarragon trout, tender pan-fried trout fillets on a bed of spinach, with a creamy tarragon sauce (served separately), julienne vegetables and gratin potatoes. Desert touches on a classic apple pie laden with cinnamon and raisins, served hot or cold. Alongside firm favourites, Rissington Inn offers wonderful soups, interesting starters, succulent trout dishes, fine curries, tender fillet steaks and a range of vegetarian dishes to suit the most discerning palate.

For exquisite comfort food in warm and welcoming surroundings and friendly, attentive service, Salt Restaurant is the place to be. This multi-level, spacious, open-plan restaurant with contemporary and understated decor is a superb way to spend some time dining in comfort. A wood-burning fireplace adds to the homely ambience as does the open kitchen, where tantalising smells entice the diners. Creative and mouth-watering offerings, made with the freshest ingredients and served with a warm smile make Salt Restaurant the place to go for a truly relaxed and comfortable dining experience.

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. .

Resting in the heart of Thornybush Game Reserve, perfectly positioned for scenic vistas, Shumbalala Game Lodge savours the palate with traditional cuisine in a choice of three beautiful settings. Dine within the elegant indoor dining room lit by flickering candles and formal surrounds or if the fresh African air captures your senses, the lodge decks embraces perfect views across the riverbed. Romantic dinners in the speciality wine cellar with exclusive views over the waterhole makes for a memorable and intimate experience with traditional open air fire side dinners rubbing shoulders with the cry of the wild. Thornybush Game Reserve will seduce the senses with a love affair for Africa surrounded by luxury and true African bushveld creating a memorable feast for the senses.

This beautifully renovated restaurant housed in the old station building portrays an old world charm lingering with antique pots, copper ornaments and laid-back atmosphere. A charming venue that invites relaxation, a good selection of South African cuisine and complimenting wine list. For starters, try grilled haloumi on sweet potato slices with marula jelly or a crispy salad of Cajun chicken strips, spiced with marinated gooseberries, feta, cucumber, sweet pepper and onions. Hearty mains like the ostrich kebab skewers - marinated ostrich steak with peppers, onion and mushrooms served with sweet potato chips make an excellent choice dining alfresco or indoors enchanted by the reminiscent interior. The menu offers general fare such as tasty pizzas and steaks grilled to perfection with crispy chips. Sleepers Restaurant is the perfect place to chill out and enjoy the authentic station setting.

Starters of prawn, mango and sunflower seed salad, deli platters of homemade pesto, tapenades and marinated artichokes followed by lamb cutlets with rosemary potatoes, crocodile curry and rump with parmesan mash and green peppercorns sauce will only be complemented by a pavlova with Chantilly cream, confetti of fruit and vanilla syrup, and irresistible milktart, or a cheese platter that will do any fire place, loving couple and good bottle of red proud. Wines have been carefully selected, tasted, and some more, having gone with a few old faithfuls like the Rubicon, Rupert & Rothschild, Haute Cabriere and L’Ormarins, to a couple of new slightly frisky recruits like the Cape point Sauvignon Blanc and the Groote Post “Old Mans blend”. For the more adventurous a Gosset Grande Réserve in true French tradition is also available. Décor and table arrangements are rather special, with direct access to the largest rose supplier of the Lowveld market

This intimate and exclusive camp lies in 22000 acr of Thornybush Reserve dominated by striking views of the Drakensberg Mountains. Reflecting a bygone era and traditional cooking methods, Tangala Safari Camp invites cuisine that reflects Africa in all her colours and moods cooked over gas and open fires. Enjoy three course dinners within intimate surrounds or listen to tall tales of Africa sharing laughter and food for a memorable dining experience. A comprehensive wine list and decadent cocktails compliments meals and African sundowners that will awaken a sense of Africa long forgotten.

For delicious continental cuisine and impeccable hospitality, The Ant and Elephant is the place to be. A superb menu is on offer at this homely, country restaurant. Popular options include the surf ‘ n’ turf, the slow roasted lamb shank and the pork fillet. The wine list is modest but proffers some popular South African bottles. The decor encompasses the warm feel of a country establishment and the staff are friendly and welcoming to match. A great place for the whole family, The Ant and Elephant is well worth a visit

This hidden gem secures wholesome delights such as wraps, baguettes and delicious tortilla’s alongside scrumptious vegetarian linguine with brinjal sauce and sundried tomato pesto. Enjoy fine wines on display alongside a delicious lunch dining alfresco under a shady tree followed by a decadent bake cake.

Tapas, pizza, wining and dining, Windmill Wine Shop attracts with roaring winter fires, handmade tables and cheerful coloured interior that exudes charm. Enjoy delightful meals and rare, red and local wines from the temperature controlled cellar or pop in and grab some delicious goodies from the deli. Pick goodies such as cheeses, cold meats, olives, marinated mushrooms, chicken liver pâté, pickled fish, smoked trout and home-baked farm breads, all piled onto rustic wooden boards and served alfresco on the deck. For the serious sweet tooth, indulge in sinfully moist chocolate brownies or traditional malva pudding.

Flattered by scenic views of Olifants River and bushveld, Three Bridges Restaurant and Pub relives an era of tall stories and adventure. The menu leans towards interesting selections such as their renowned Indian chicken curry to more casual pizzas and pastas. For heartier feasts, try the trio of lamb chops with mint sauce and veggies - perfectly cooked topped by good value for money. With an average wine list and chilled beers cooled by the modern interior, dining at Three Bridges Restaurant and Pub immerses the palate in a bygone era infused with modern influences.

Enjoy dining on the deck overlooking the garden and farmlands or inside warmed by the welcoming décor. Once monthly you can join us for our famous “Pudding Club” which is held every first Friday of the month where you can come and indulge your sweet tooth with a selection of 6 desserts after having a delicious main course. The a la Carte menu offers a variety of delicious meals suited for any occasion dining with a well appointed wine list paired to compliment each meal.

The Toro Yaka Bush Lodge conceived by a dream means “My Dream” in Northern Sotho. Nestled in the heart of Balule Nature Reserve, Toro Yaka Bush Lodge offers a true African dining experience lit up by a starry African sky. Dine Boma style around an open fire, discussing the day’s events indulging in warm African hospitality. Toro Yaka Bush Lodge embraces the heart of Africa in lush bushveld surrounds for a memorable dining experience.

Perched on a hillside overlooking the Sabie River Valley and veiled Drakensberg Mountains, Tuskers Restaurant offers diners a haven of peace and tranquillity while sampling true African cuisine. Dine within the thatch roof dining hall cooled by summery fans or curl up next to the crackling winter fire with a glass of sherry before indulging in pan fried African food and excellent wines.

With mesmerizing views beaconing tranquillity, Wildebeest Lapa captures the majestic Northern Drakensberg range dining alfresco watching the blushing sun slip away. A traditional bush pub, this establishment invites family get-togethers enrobed in traditional African fare and hospitality for a cosy dining experience inspired by the spirit of Africa.