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If you’re craving a break from the city without actually leaving it, The Village Green Family Restaurant at Blair Atholl Golf and Equestrian Estate offers exactly that. Situated on Gary Player’s original farm, this lush estate feels worlds away from Joburg With the Crocodile River running through its centre, expansive green spaces, and tree-lined pathways, it’s the kind of place where both adults and kids can slow down and breathe.
Booking is effortless too. Simply reserve your table on Dineplan, receive your entry code, and glide through the gate without any hassle. Once inside, you’ll pass grazing horses, rolling lawns, and peaceful views that immediately set the tone for a relaxed countryside dining experience.
The Village Green has the charm of a luxurious farm-style home. As you step inside, you’re welcomed by warm interiors, comfortable seating, and a sense of calm that’s hard to find this close to the city. Additionally, the restaurant opens onto beautifully kept gardens, a sparkling pool, and a children’s play area that includes a turf soccer court and a giant outdoor chess set.
Because of all these features, families love it here. Kids can stay busy for hours, while adults unwind with a glass of Babylonstoren Chardonnay or an icy Super Bock beer on tap. It’s an effortless balance of relaxation and entertainment — one that keeps guests returning weekend after weekend.
The Village Green Restaurant offers a menu rooted in flavour and generosity. To start, their famous Beef Trinchado (R140) arrives tender and rich, served with pickled vegetables and finished in their signature Portuguese-inspired sauce.
For mains, the Queen Prawns (R270) are always a standout. They’re grilled to perfection and served with either garlic or lemon butter. If you’re feeling extra hungry, you can add a flame-grilled peri-peri half chicken — a combination that’s consistently popular among regulars.
If you’re after something quick, the Chicken Prego Roll (R85) is a simple, tasty favourite. And for dessert lovers, the Ice-Cream Nut Cake (R115) drenched in homemade Bar-One sauce is an absolute must.
Thanks to its spacious gardens, elegant interiors, and multiple event areas, The Village Green doubles as an ideal venue for weddings, conferences, and private functions. The estate’s scenery naturally elevates any celebration, giving guests a serene escape while staying close to Johannesburg and Lanseria Airport.
Ultimately, The Village Green Restaurant blends beautiful scenery with heartfelt hospitality and delicious comfort food. It’s a family-friendly gem where afternoons stretch out easily, kids stay entertained, and adults enjoy a well-deserved moment of calm. Whether you’re planning a long lunch, a quick bite, or a special celebration, this Blair Atholl favourite delivers every time.
The South African safari is one of the few holidays that still manages to surprise people. Not because the animals have changed. Lions remain lions. Elephants remain elephants. Buffalo still look like they woke up angry sometime around 1987 and have been carrying that energy ever since. Yet every safari somehow feels different from the last.
The South African safari is one of the few holidays that still manages to surprise people. Not because the animals have changed. Lions remain lions. Elephants remain elephants. Buffalo still look like they woke up angry sometime around 1987 and have been carrying that energy ever since. Yet every safari somehow feels different from the last.
Dinner is often the default answer to date night. Book a table, order something expensive enough to justify dessert and hope the conversation carries the evening. Sometimes it does. Sometimes both of you spend twenty minutes discussing whose turn it is to organise the next date. Johannesburg deserves a little more imagination than that.
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