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Insights at Sanctuary Mandela

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South African
4 13th Ave, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, 2198, South Africa
(101 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating

Set in Nelson Mandela’s primary place of residence in the leafy-green suburb of Houghton, Johannesburg, Sanctuary Mandelas the home Madiba lived in after he returned from Robben Island, where he hosted the likes of Michelle Obama and Bill Clinton which later became the headquarters of the Nelson Mandela Foundation. Sanctuary Mandela is now a re-envisioned residency, a one-of-a-kind boutique hotel with 9 curated rooms and offers retreat spaces for reflection, healing and thought-provoking experiences inspired by the life and times of Nelson Mandela.

In Nelson Mandela’s household, food was more than sustenance. It was about tradition, family, home, sharing and enjoying meals with those he loved. In memory of his love for food, our fine dining restaurant serves as a tribute to his favourite dishes as previously prepared by his long-time personal chef, Xoliswa Ndoyiya.

Reviews (101)

4.7 out of 5.0
Food 4.6
Value 4.5
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.9
  • Paula D. Dined: 2 days ago
    4.3
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Setoa K. Dined: 6 days ago
    2.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 30 Jun 22
    Your portion control good but your prices are too pricey

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

    Reviewed on: Mon 27 Jun 22
    Loved everything about this place and the jazz band was on point. Beautiful experience

  • Joshua A. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 26 Jun 22
    Me and my guests who showed up for our Mind Your Mind Breakfast truly loved the ambience and allround experience

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

    Reviewed on: Fri 24 Jun 22
    Everything about the place is exceptional. I can't wait to visit again.

  • Kelebogile E. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 18 Jun 22
    Generally enjoyed the food and the place.

  • Khanya M. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Khanya M. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Dr LaTasha B. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 06 Jun 22
    There is nothing I could have asked for. I honestly felt loved... (see my IG post) simply because care regarding my gluten intolerance was taking more seriously than one could have ever hoped. Thanks so much for all that you are.

  • Oa M. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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Opening Hours

  • Monday 06h30 - 21h00
  • Tuesday 06h30 - 21h00
  • Wednesday 06h30 - 21h00
  • Thursday 06h30 - 21h00
  • Friday 06h30 - 21h00
  • Saturday 06h30 - 21h00
  • Sunday 06h30 - 21h00
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Welcome Home Week Menu

We are excited to present Welcome Home Week at Sanctuary Mandela. In celebrating our local guests return to the work space and getting ready for the new year we are inviting you home for an inspired look at dishes from around South Africa to be shared around the table with family and friends. Sharing menu for R570pp. From 15-20 January. FIRST COURSE: Pulled Lamb Dumplings, Cape Malay Fish Samoosas & Mini Bobotie. MAINS: Curried Tripe Bunny Chow, SA Braai, Umxhaxha & Marogo. DESSERT: Petit Fours.

  • 17 Jan - 20 Jan
  • Available 24/7
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 17 Jan 2022