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Balata at The Fairway Hotel

South African
4.6 RR
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Attributes

  • Outdoor Seating
  • Fireplace
  • Buffet

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Dining options at The Fairway Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort are aplenty, but definitely first to be mentioned Balata Restaurant.

Offering a variety of seating arrangements, vibrant décor colours and modern fireplaces, Balata Restaurant is famous for its outstanding buffets. Light business lunches are equally popular, but Balata is certainally known for its exquisite fine dining under the leadership of our Executive Chef D'Arcy Els. Using the freshest produce available, all meals are served with great care and attention to detail.

The Roundabout Bar has cascading views over the golf course and is popular with the golfing fraternity who need to recuperate after a strenuous round of golf, or that drink on the way back home after a long day at the office.

Bar Verve with its trendy ambience is perfect for a first date, a quick get together or just for unwinding after work. A secluded wine cellar hides behind Bar Verve and provides a sophisticated private venue amongst many bottles of hand-picked South African wines.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 12h30 - 22h00
  • Tuesday 12h30 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 12h30 - 22h00
  • Thursday 12h30 - 22h00
  • Friday 12h30 - 22h00
  • Saturday 12h30 - 22h00
  • Sunday 12h30 - 22h00

Specials

Sunday Buffet Lunch

Come and enjoy a Sunday Buffet lunch at Balata Restaurant. The sumptuous Sunday lunch includes a wide selection of cold starters, a carvery and main course dishes from the buffet. End off your lunch by selecting some of our tasty desserts. Sit back and relax whilst being entertained by a saxophonist. R340pp for Adults | R 170pp for Kids aged 6-12 yrs | Kids 5 yrs and under are free

  • 13 Jul 2026 - 31 Jan 2027
  • Sunday only: 12:30 - 15:30
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 13 Jul 2026

Reviews (759)

4.6 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.6
Value 4.6
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.7
  • Beatrice M. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 01 Sep 26
    I enjoyed my stay after a while. The food was divine and the service is always the best

  • Lefa Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Zanele Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Millicent K. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 31 Aug 26
    Food was delicious.

  • Pania Dined: 3 days ago
    4.3
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 31 Aug 26
    From the beginning I had a problem get something to drink. I had to go to the entrance and ask if I had to go and buy my drinks at the bar myself. During the lunch the problem still continued. They were quick to remove your plate even I you were still busy eating. The pork were dry with no apple sauce and the patotos got old very quickly

  • Thandi T. Dined: 5 days ago
    3.5
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Mevro Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Nkateko M. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.3
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 25 Aug 26
    Everything was really good except for the service. We waited quite a while for our drinks, and it felt like certain guests were being prioritised over others. Even getting the bill required me to approach the waitress and ask, after which I was left waiting and eventually another lady brought it. It’s disappointing because good customer service should be consistent for everyone. The food and overall experience were lovely, but the service left a bit of a sour note from this particular lady who was assisting us.

  • Neo Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 24 Aug 26
    The attention to detail was great.

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