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The Village Idiot

South African Vegan Friendly Vegetarian Friendly
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Attributes

  • Outdoor Seating
  • Live Sport
  • Fireplace

A true Inner City haven, The Village Idiot is a vintage Neighbourhood Bar & Restaurant that enthusiastically embraces South African braai culture. This is a place where we raise our glasses to foolish renegades, adventurous idiots and all the people who refuse to live by the rules of conformity.

Relax, unwind and indulge in true laidback living. The large balcony plays host to a variety of braai events in the summertime and offers unrivalled views of the vibrant concrete jungle below. During the colder months, the charming colonial fireplace makes the whole space feel warm and cosy, perfect for those chilly winter nights.

Our menu is a melting pot of traditional and modern South African cultures, smashed together with loads of flavour.

The venue boasts multiple mounted TV Screens and a large Drop-down Projector for the screening of sports events. Live music and in-house DJs create a vibe that carries the party well into the early hours of the morning.

For more information on daily deals, seasonal themes and special events, find us on Social Media and sign up for your own slice of idiot life. Bring a date, your mate or your mother…just don’t miss out!

Reviews (98)

4.8 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.8
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.8
  • Brigette F. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 15 Mar 24
    Always a wonderful eve at my fave place for ribs Staff are amazing All round 10 stars!

  • Thumeka K. Dined: 4 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Michael D. Dined: 1 month ago
    4.3
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 25 Feb 24
    Food was delicious and happy hour specials were awesome. Our waiter didn't check on us once after bringing our food and later on we had a different waiter. Also, our waiter told us that the house brandy was Richelieu only to later be told that you don't serve Richelieu... what were we drinking? Other than that, we had a lovely evening

  • Brigette F. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 23 Feb 24
    Wonderful service by all staff and always delicious wonderful food I’m a regular and always leave a happy customer

    1
  • Hazel M. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
    1
  • Megan L. Dined: 1 month ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Che B. Dined: 2 months ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 22 Jan 24
    Awesome vide, great service, fantastic food and good value.

    1
  • Kelebogile M. Dined: 2 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
    1
  • Michelle G. Dined: 3 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
    1
  • Valentino W. Dined: 3 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
    1
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Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 18h00 - 02h00
  • Wednesday 18h00 - 02h00
  • Thursday 18h00 - 02h00
  • Friday 18h00 - 02h00
  • Saturday 18h00 - 02h00
  • Sunday CLOSED