Blue Mountain Restaurant @ Blyde Wildlife Estate
Blue Mountain Restaurant @ Blyde Wildlife Estate
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Hours
Sun
10:00 - 21:00
Mon
10:00 - 22:00
Tue
10:00 - 22:00
Wed
10:00 - 22:00
Thu
10:00 - 22:00
Fri
10:00 - 23:00
Sat
10:00 - 23:00
Ratings and reviews
4.5
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CUISINES
African
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
features
Can a gluten free person get a good meal at this restaurant?
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CUISINES
African
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Table Service
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4.5
72 reviews
Excellent
46
Very good
15
Average
3
Poor
2
Terrible
6
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Anthony B
London15 contributions
Nov 2021 • couples
It was too hot the day we went but the tables under the big tree incorporated into the deck provided good shade and lovely views across the Bush to the mountain backdrops. Marlvyn quickly became more like a friend than a waiter and the selection of starters and hake main that we had were all really good with little touches and presentation that made it seem like a treat. It was a treat and we will go again will we are in the area.
Written 2 November 2021
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Mads Winding Ejlersen
3 contributions
Mar 2020 • friends
If you want a amazing dinner, this is really the place to go.
The avocado and prawns are a delicious starters and the mushroom and cream fillet is with out a doubt the best fillet you can get I town.. tender and taste delicious!
Different a place to go
Written 6 March 2020
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NkheNsaNie
Johannesburg256 contributions
Jan 2020 • friends
Chose this restaurant to cross over to 2020!
What an amazing night filled with so much fun!!! My friends and I were amongst the few black people there (sorry for bringing race into this. Lol) and we were quiet impressed on how the establishment managed to cater for all races in terms of music / entertainment.
The staff is very friendly and joined in on all the dancing and stuff. Loved it!
Special shout out to our waiter (dreads guy - forgot his name. Must’ve been the free bottle of champagne we received from the owner!) haha.
Keep it up guys!
Written 16 January 2020
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MrsLunch
Taunton35 contributions
Apr 2022 • friends
Even by SA standards the service today was laid back to the point of horizontal. No wine list but very quiet young waitress listed about 4 Sauvignon Blancs we could have. Then waited about 30’ for that to arrive. Then more time passed. We ordered food. More time passed. Another bottle was ordered which arrived very quickly indeed. Then waitress reappeared wit question about how lamb cutlets should be cooked. Disappeared. Then reappeared to ask what carb was wanted with starter. At some point a completely different waiter appeared to ask if we were ok & we begged him for some food - bread, nuts, anything! After more than an hour, in an empty restaurant, starters came. Then mains. By this time we were beyond caring. A beautiful view of the mountains does not make up for the complete lack of service - can only assume the waiters were also the chefs & were multi tasking. Do yourself a favour & go to the sister restaurant the Hat & Creek in Hoedspruit itself which is run with far more verve and attention to detail.
Written 4 April 2022
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Marc and Gary
Bristol90 contributions
Dec 2022 • couples
Terrible place. Service was bad and the food was even worse. Cesar salad advertised with bacon, anchovies and Parmesan… didn’t come with any of these… or even a Caesar dressing! Had a drizzle of balsamic instead. Starters took 50 mins to arrive after ordering. Food here is of a really low quality - prawns with no meat on them, ribs with hardly any meat. Seriously, look at the mountains from the road then find somewhere decent to eat. Even the waitresses said ‘lots of people are complaining at the moment’… says it all.
Written 27 December 2022
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Sarah
1 contribution
Nov 2022 • couples
Waiters and staff are great but the owner or manager Andre was behaving in the most unprofessional manner, shouting and swearing at the staff for the whole restaurant to hear. When we told him we are trying to enjoy our dinner and could you not do that, it's unprofessional he told us "that's your opinion" in the most aggressive and cocky way. So we left.
He then got in his company vehicle and sped off.
Waiters also informed us that it's a daily thing, being treated like this from the owner/manager.
Such a beautiful place and really decent food but we won't be back and will not recommend your restaurant to any of our lodge guests or any of our clients from our other businesses.
Written 26 November 2022
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Wilhelm J
1 contribution
Feb 2022 • business
Brilliant experience. Not only the best views in or around Hoedspruit, but also the best lamb shank I've ever had!
Think fall-off-the-bone slow roasted in chilli, tomato, garlic and red wine, with perfect puree smooth mash and even a few edible flowers for decoration. Unreal.
Oh, and if you're not too distracted by the food, look up at an unrivaled view of the escarpment.
Doesnt get much better.
Written 8 February 2022
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LvN001
Pretoria131 contributions
Sept 2021 • couples
Seating outside overlooks the spectacular Drakensberg mountains. We were warmly welcomed and enjoyed ice cold wine and beers whilst soaking in the view. We had the calamari steak and Blue Mountain fillet. Both melting in the mouth buttery tenderness. The star of the day was the chips though. Golden crispy deliciousness. The 5 star goes for how the slight mishap with the meat order was handled: with ultimate professionalism and grace. We finished off our scrumptious meal with Dom Pedros and cappuccinos. Well done to the exceptional kitchen and waiting staff.
Written 25 September 2021
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JMasonNashville
Nashville533 contributions
Jun 2024 • family
What a great surprise!! We rented a house for a couple of nights in Hoedespruit, in Hoedespruit wildlife estate. The Blue Mountain restaurant was recommended by the owner for both the views and the food. Both were off the chart good. Madagascar Prawns, the clay pot chicken and prawns were excellent. Our server, Innocent (female) was charming and attentive. Her spirit added to the beauty of an incredible experience. The owner even stopped by our table to make sure we were happy. The views from the deck are among the most spectacular I have ever seen. This place also has an excellent wine list and a full bar. HIGHLY recommend.
Written 9 June 2024
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Derryck Myers
Umhlanga Rocks26 contributions
Apr 2024 • family
We had dinner there on Thursday night, it has a special Seafood Buffet every Thursday evening. It was amazing. Fresh oysters, grilled prawns, mussels, grilled Kingklip, Falklands calamari and the grilled Barramundi were all superb. Service was top notch and will be back, well done to the staff and management
Written 26 April 2024
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Christiaen
Haacht254 contributions
Jun 2024 • couples
On the recommendation of the manager of Blyde Mountain Guest House, we went to eat at Blue Mountain Restaurant.
The setting is very romantic, so ideal for couples. Be careful, because you have to drive from the entrance gate to the restaurant via a dirt road.
The menu is very extensive and the portions are very generous. The price-quality is in proportion.
Enjoy the romantic setting on the balcony with the atmospheric lighting. Although it is best to do this in the summer.
During the winter period, meals are served in the dining room.
The staff were friendly, welcoming and professional.
We enjoyed our evening and therefore highly recommended.
Written 12 June 2024
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Michi W
Egg122 contributions
Aug 2022 • none
We stayed at a lodge close to this restaurant, which gave us the recommendation to come here. We drove to the place and were extremely happy when we left. As soon as you walk in, you will be directed to a table. In the entrance hall there are multiple seats full of blankets, as there was (as far as I have notices) no indoor seating, only outside. We ordered our food and were extremely happy with our steaks and the Bolognese pasta we ordered. Our waiter Marvin was paying attention to us and tried to fulfil all of our wishes. Highly recommend this place.
Written 18 August 2022
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Jefg
6 contributions
Feb 2023 • none
During a period of 10 days we had dinner on the restaurant's deck 4 times. And everytime again we received not only a warm welcome by the friendly staff, but we also enjoyed magnificent meals. Especially the steaks were awesome. Highly recommended.
Written 6 March 2023
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Linda
17 contributions
Oct 2021 • family
We stopped in for a quick lunch and then returned for some dessert! Lovely atmosphere amongst the greenery and beautiful bird sounds as well. Great service from Malvin and Rebecca, who were very friendly and professional. Food was very good; especially the calamari and pizza. A definite do-again!
Written 3 October 2021
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Robert_TravelLover_Austria
Vienna272 contributions
Jul 2024 • family
We stayed in the Blyde Wildlife Estate and went there for dinner once. Great options: from meat lovers to veggies. As always awesome service. Small piece of advice: can get cold on Winter evenings.
Written 2 August 2024
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