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Big Easy Ballito

Mediterranean Seafood Steakhouse
Location Pointer 14 Sierra Lane, Zimbali Lakes, Ballito, 4422
4.4
(36 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Child Friendly
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Live Sport
  • Wheelchair Friendly

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Experience The Big Easy Winebar & Grill by Ernie Els — a globally celebrated dining destination, now at the heart of the Zimbali Lakes Clubhouse, Zimbali Lakes, Ballito.

Indulge in a signature culinary journey where refined, South African-inspired dishes meet world-class wines, including selections from the renowned Stellenbosch region.


Opening to the public on Sunday, 10 May 2026, this highly anticipated launch coincides with Mother’s Day — the perfect occasion to celebrate with family in an elegant, elevated setting.

Reserve your table online and be among the first to experience it.

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday CLOSED
  • Wednesday 11h30 - 21h00
  • Thursday 11h30 - 21h00
  • Friday 11h30 - 21h00
  • Saturday 11h30 - 21h00
  • Sunday 11h30 - 16h30

Reviews (36)

4.4 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.3
Value 4.3
Service 4.3
Ambience 4.6
  • Dheshree N. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.3
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 21 Jun 26
    Everything was perfect. Was just disappointed the service Waiter had to be told to pour wine.....we poured our own water. Didn't experience this before Michaella is amazing though And Kieran as well. Arranged the best affogato

  • Mr T. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Andile M. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Kim S. Dined: 1 week ago
    3.5
    Food 3.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 17 Jun 26
    We were very disappointed with our experience at the Big Easy Ballito. We had a 12h30 booking on Sunday. The venue is stunning - gorgeous views, spacious and a very well appointed interior, so expectations were high. Unfortunately the food and service were not at the same standard. There were quite a few large tables and I think they were understaffed. Our waiter was not the most enthusiastic or energetic and was slow to attend to us. Many times our drinks were empty and no one approach us. He was busy with quite a few other large tables - but I felt the manager should have also stepped in to improve the experience. The food took ages, so I assume the kitchen was understaffed too. Again no apologies or expectation management from the waiter or manager - the arrival bread took over 30mins to come so that was clearly an indication of how the rest of the day would play out. When we ordered wine (bottle of big easy range) after 15mins our waiter came to tell us they had no stock and to pick another. How does an establishment named Big Easy not have sufficient stock of their own wine? The food experience when it did finally arrive was mixed - baby chicken, chicken curry and rump got good reviews. The rib eye and 2 sirloins were disappointing. The fat on the sirloin was inedible as it wasn't rendered. Only once our food had arrived did the manager approach us for the first time. By then we had no interest in engaging with him as we had been ignored the whole afternoon. Overall a huge disappointment and I hope they can learn from the feedback to improve the experience for other diners.

  • Nadia H. Dined: 1 week ago
    3.3
    Food 3.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 15 Jun 26
    The view and ambience were amazing! I think we definitely enjoyed it a little more than the food... There were a few things off the menu that were not available so that was disappointing. Unfortunately our waiter wasn't the most friendliest or helpful but the manager was much more helpful. Overall 8/10 experience!

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

    Reviewed on: Mon 15 Jun 26
    A wonderful afternoon

  • Clayton P. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    3.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 15 Jun 26
    Pleasant evening overall, but sadly some real rookie mistakes :-( 1. Ran out of the Ernie Els Proprietors Blend wine (A Big Easy should never run out of its own wines!) 2. Seared Salmon main was overcooked (any junior chef knows that 50% should be raw, especially when this was requested to the waiter pre-order) 3. Irish coffee was served with cream that was sour, and then no fresh cream in stock to replace.

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