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The Cradle Restaurant

Italian South African
Location Pointer Route T9, Kromdraai Rd, Lanseria, 1748, South Africa
4.4
(2735 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Sunsets

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A modern architectural master piece in stone, steel and glass designed with retractable floor to ceiling glass doors on three sides, that literally lets the outside in. A long, wide verandah that endows diners with a 180° view of the game filled valley below, uninterrupted Highveld landscape beyond and above that African blue sky.

The restaurant is famous for the great breakfast fare, long lazy lunches, afternoon nibbles, and a fabulous wine list with a handpicked selection from the best South African boutique wine estates or a sumptuous dinner at the end of the day. The food theme is Bush – Bistro, where the kitchen team goes to great lengths to source only the best and freshesed country ingredients to surprise and delight.

Cradle Boutique Hotel and Restaurant is situated in the heart of the Cradle of Humankind, a World Heritage site, only 10 minutes drive from Lanseria airport. With its panoramic views and breathtaking scenery, a perfect venue for special occasions.

This popular venue, situated on a 7000 hectares private nature reserve is a piece of heaven closer than you think.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 08h00 - 22h00
  • Tuesday 08h00 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 08h00 - 22h00
  • Thursday 08h00 - 22h00
  • Friday 08h00 - 22h00
  • Saturday 08h00 - 22h00
  • Sunday 08h00 - 22h00

Specials

Mothers Day

Indulge in a refined dining experience featuring elegant starters, from prawn cocktail to venison carpaccio, followed by expertly prepared mains including line fish, duck, lamb, and beef fillet. End on a sweet note with a decadent raspberry cheesecake. A memorable culinary journey at R795 per person.

  • Sun, 10 May
  • Sunday only: 12:00 - 17:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 20 Apr 2026

Reviews (2735)

4.4 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.5
Value 4.4
Service 4.2
Ambience 4.6
  • Sue Dined: 2 days ago
    3.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 27 Apr 26
    Food was good but took about an hour and a half to arrive. Sliced chocolate cake was nice but expensive at R140 per slice. A starter portion of calamari arrived instead of a main course portion. There weren’t enough menus for each guest.

  • Kanita Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Reggie Dined: 2 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Loreen Dined: 2 days ago
    1.3
    Food 2.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 1.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 27 Apr 26
    Food portions are too small for the price however meat dishes were tasty but lacked enough sauce. Literally counted veggies on the plate, 2 very small broccoli stems, 1 sliced carrot, 1 tiny cauliflower and half a potato. Pasta dishes ordered by the teens were not great at all. They complained of taste being flat. Service from waitron very slow considering restaurant was not even 50% full. Drinks can be improved. Mocktails were very unpleasant to drink. Could do with popular drinks than mix of things that don't go together. Restaurant setup feels like a work canteen. Room for improvement. Would not recommend this place for foodies and young children/teens.

  • BHEKI Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 26 Apr 26
    Great Place to vistit

  • Fikile M. Dined: 3 days ago
    2.5
    Food 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 2.0
  • Boyce Dined: 5 days ago
    4.7
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service N/A
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 25 Apr 26
    Excellent oxtail caserole

  • Marc L. Dined: 4 days ago
    4
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 25 Apr 26
    Our waiter Nate was exceptional with his service and wine selection.

  • Tracy-lee K. Dined: 5 days ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 24 Apr 26
    Thank you to everyone for making this business lunch cozy and comforting on a cool autumn day. Food was delicious, I especial enjoyed the dessert. Service was great and location absolute breath taking, you would never say you are an hour way from the City.

  • Carol Dined: 5 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 24 Apr 26
    Lovely experience, we enjoyed the birthday dinner.

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