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The Cradle Restaurant

Italian South African
Location Pointer Route T9, Kromdraai Rd, Lanseria, 1748, South Africa
4.5
(2855 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

Heritage Day Special

Celebrate Heritage Day with a proudly South African 3-course menu for R650 per person. Choose from Greek Salad with Chicken, Ostrich Bobotie or Snoek Pate, followed by Oxtail, Lamb, Chicken or Fish, and finish with Peppermint Crisp Chocolate Tart. Please allow 2 hrs 45 mins for the experience, with selected mains taking up to 45 mins to prepare.

  • Thu, 24 Sep
  • Thursday only: 12:00 - 15:30
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 15 Jul 2026

Reviews (2855)

4.5 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.5
Value 4.4
Service 4.4
Ambience 4.6
  • BZUNISANI Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 09 Sep 26
    Compliments to the chef. I don’t eat carrot cake at all but yesterday I tasted the one that was a complimentary for my husband . 100000/10 I guess I now eat carrrot cake well only made at Cradle restaurant. Thank you so much for the great service from the stuff at the parking to the restaurant including reception. Will definitely be coming back again and again and again .

  • Katlhodi M. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 09 Sep 26
    A perfect venue for a perfect night out.

  • Dumisani M. Dined: 6 days ago
    4
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 07 Sep 26
    Restaurant was recommended and it's great. PS, will book dinner for Valentine next year.

  • Daleen Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Lebo Dined: 1 week ago
    4.3
    Food 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Phuti T. Dined: 1 week ago
    4
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Zee C. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 31 Aug 26
    Amazing experience on all fronts. I will definitely be visiting your establishment again in the near future.

  • Philip Dined: 1 week ago
    3.3
    Food 3.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 30 Aug 26
    Too much grease / oil used, bacon tasteless, and cold coffee.

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