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Places to Eat in Greyton and Genadendal
Greyton and Genadendal invite you to a culinary adventure that includes restaurants, pubs and cafes that all have a passion for serving the very best meals to their patrons. Most of the restaurants and cafes take advantage of the comeliness of the leafy town by ensuring there is outside seating. Shady gardens and open decks with panoramic views of the countryside give diners the option to savour the outdoors while sitting down to their meal.
Restaurants in Greyton and Genadendal range from traditional South African cuisine to Eastern inspirations and the menus are often imaginatively prepared. There is the option to enjoy fine dining where every dish on the expansive menu is individually prepared and sure to impress. Then there are family restaurants that are popular amongst locals not just for their relaxed ambience but for the mouth-watering dishes. Hearty specialities that include oxtail, lamb shank, kudu pie and succulent ribs keep a constant line of visitors. There are several restaurants in town that make wood-fired pizzas and the little ones can even make their own. Some restaurants have brought in the flavours of the East with Thai dishes, tapas and speciality dishes like aromatic roast duck curry.
Then there are farm restaurants in Greyton and Genadendal that are perfect for a lazy Sunday lunch with a Mediterranean-style buffet. A place where buttons can be loosened as you indulge in the country-style portions and the seasonal blackboard menus bear testament to the freshness of the organic produce available. There is even a restaurant where health is the main priority and fresh vegetarian, vegan and organic food make up the bulk of the menu. The main agenda is to satisfy healthy patrons and to support local farmers.
The pub 'n grills in Greyton and Genadendal are perfect for watching live sporting events or enjoying local wines and fine whiskies on a comfortable couch. Sometimes you can even enjoy the live music of local South African talent. The hospitable nature of owners is renowned and some won't even close their doors until the last customer has decided to leave. The coffee shops in Greyton and Genadendal serve espressos, cappuccinos and every other hot drink in-between. Some coffee shops take their savoury offerings just as seriously as their sweet menu with options such as eggs Benedict and the ever-popular, Greyton burger.
The take-away options in Greyton and Genadendal are less on the deep-fried franchise side and lean more towards deli options. Every meal is freshly prepared and can be enjoyed sitting down, on the go or at home. Fresh produce such as vegetables, meat, fish, cheese and freshly baked loaves of bread line the countertops of the delis in town. The local market that takes place every Saturday morning is a haven for foodies of all ages as the locals put on their very best from 10:00 until noon.
The good news is that you will never have to ponder too long on where to eat in Greyton and Genadendal as there are many delectable options. Take a turn to the foot of the Riviersonderend Mountains for a culinary treat.
