Pretoria, South Africa’s favourite Outdoor Dining spot

Pretoria as one of South Africa’s three capitals has not only an administrative city but a leisure spot as well.

Pretoria lies on the foothills of Magaliesberg Mountain to the east and it is against this backdrop that it remains a top tourist destination in Gauteng Province. The undulating landscape of the Apies River where the city stretches on both sides is scenic, drawing in a lot of visitors.

Premised on this, there are several outdoor restaurants in Pretoria giving locals and visitors a South African treat in food and the scenic nature of Gauteng during spring when the province street turns purple and green.

Afro-Boer Restaurant

Afro Boer [Photo by Allrestaurant.net]

Afro-Boer in Die Wilgers Pretoria is a baker’s haven. The restaurant brings the celebration of food to the people.Afro-Boer is known for its appetizing baked food including novelty cakes, biscotti, bread, panini, tarts. In its busy nature, it has a garden area where kids enjoy engaging in various kid games. The menu features a variety of African and non-traditional meals.

Black Bamboo

Black Bamboo.[Photo by Dining out]

Wine, food and art under one roof; this is a description of what to expect at Black Bamboo in Ashlea Gardens, Pretoria. It has an impressive outdoor setting and crowned by haute cuisine. Black Bamboo has international cuisines with a blend of local touch on its menu.

Blue Crane

At Blue Crane in Nieuw Muckleneuk, meals time are filled by the humming of birds from Austin Roberts Bird Sanctuary. This kid-friendly restaurant sits adjacent to the sanctuary and has a rich menu with great breakfast, lunch and a special Sunday buffet. For chilly evenings – a norm in Pretoria – there are huts with bonfires ideal for outdoor functions.

Granita

Granita [Photo by Dining out]

Granita in Kameeldrift-East has an enviable sub-tropical woodland atmosphere. Its the signature restaurant of Kievits Kroon-a luxury country hotel in Pretoria. Granita’s fine dining oozes of innovative dishes with creatively combined tastes. In-house chefs have wowed many in the past with the tantalizing South African meals on offer in addition to an award-winning wine list.