Location: Himeville
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Himeville Food Guide: 9 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Himeville
Himeville is a small village/town situated in the foothills of the picturesque Southern Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, approx 130 km from Pietermaritzburg. It is a landmark en route to the world-famous Sani Pass and the uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site)[1]. Himeville is the closest town to the Sani Pass which links the town with Mokhotlong in Lesotho.
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1. The Grind Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 106 reviews
The Grind Cafe is a spacious, family restaurant, serving Illy coffee (for the greatest cappuccino), wood burning oven baked pizzas, home-made pastas & burgers, steaks, salads & light meals. With free Wifi for customers.
Reviewed By Helen F - Cape Town, South Africa
We had an overnight stay in Underberg and needed a place to have dinner. The Grind was a wonderful surprise. It has an great vibe and seems to be a popular eating place in this town. The staff were extremely efficient and friendly and the pizza we had were excellent.
What a great place for the weary traveller to have a meal and a glass of good wine
2. Lemon Tree Bistro
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 486 reviews
Since 2002 hundreds of coffee devotees have trooped through the Lemon Tree doors every day to enjoy the amazing cappuccino. For the second time in three years a survey of around 350 restaurants in KwaZulu-Natal rated LEMON TREE’s cappuccino one of the province’s 20 BEST. This accolade was achieved in the definitive 2010/11 and 2012/13 Sunday Tribune Cafe Society Awards. The international hospitality monitor, TripAdvisor recognised Lemon Tree Bistro with its 2013 Certificate of Excellence. This prestigious award places the restaurant in the top-performing 10% of all businesses worldwide on TripAdvisor, and indicates businesses that consistently earn high ratings from TripAdvisor travellers.The hospitality and catering team, guided by owners Huck and Elsabe Orban, has taken what was essentially a coffee shop with a Continental slant to the level where it is one of the best recognised country restaurants in South Africa. Not only is it listed on several international country travel guides as a "Must Visit!" - amongst which the popular Lonely Planet - but it also serves as destination for both foodies and coffee aficionados. Its easy-dining, bistro menu to which special features like Venison Pie, de-boned Rainbow Trout, the incomparable Kudu Fillet and the famous pistachio-crusted Lamb Cutlets have been added, ensures that everyone's taste from essential to eclectic, is catered for. Besides the crisp croissants, baked on the premises every day, the Lemon Tree will serve you the most memorable Prawn Pasta, Prego Roll and hand crafted Toasted Sandwich you have ever had. Finish that off with the oh-so-moreish Beetroot Cake and a cappuccino and you'll be back for more.... time and again. When you walk through the door you enter the Lemon Tree's wonderful world of goodies... an interesting selection of books - both old and new, a range of branded and house coffees, brewing and cookery requisites and a deli filled with a delightful range of wines, imported biscuits, chocolates, jams and condiments. See you there...
Reviewed By Bine R
Very cosy and nice restaurant, super friendly staff and delicious food. Unfortunately, not every day open for dinner. We were lucky to get there Saturday night. Totally recommend it!
3. The Old Hatchery Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 120 reviews
Our lovely thatch rondavel restaurant has a country feel with a panoramic view over the waterfall that flows into our trout dam. Our signature dishes include the Fillet Ripini and Pollo Pizza on Pasta with our very own home made pasta. We also serve Rainbow Trout. Although some of our dishes have an Italian influence we also have some South African favourites like oxtail, lamb shank and of course steaks. We also have fish and vegetarian options.
Reviewed By Wendy S - Pretoria, South Africa
Went for dinner on 24 December. Inside is old and dingy. Food was okay and the waiter was very pleasant, but we would not recommend it. However, with our BAD experience on leaving, we cannot stress enough, how this is a place TO BE AVOIDED!! This is what happened - take the time to read to the end!
My husband gave his credit card for the payment, the machine scrunched up the slip and he told the waiter not to worry to print another one as he would get an sms on his phone. As we were slowly driving out (very dark in the parking area), we heard someone shouting and on stopping to see who it was, realised it was the waiter who had served us. He told us that he had made a big mistake and only billed us R50 on the CC machine instead of R500. We had not realised this as yet, as my husband had not checked his phone and we did not get a slip. So we reversed the car in order to stop and pay the R450, by which time a lady came towards the car with the CC machine (possibly she was the manager?). She apologised for the inconvenience and we were about to sort it out, when another man came to the car and asked what was going on. He was aggressive from the start, did not greet us at all and then asked the lady with the CC machine "were they trying to leave without paying". We tried to explain to him what had happened, but he was not interested in listening to us or the lady with the CC machine, who said THEY had made the mistake and we weren't 'running away'. He carried on standing there in a very accusatory manner, no apology and clearly still sure we were criminals. So we said to him that his attitude was uncalled for and that it was a simple mistake which was being sorted. He became even more aggressive and rude and told us to get off of the property. He said this a few times and when we asked him why he thought it was okay to speak to a client like that, who had in fact not done anything wrong, he got even more aggressive and rude (if it was possible). Apparently he is the 'general manager of the complex' and clearly he thinks he has 'arrived' and has a very important job, but sadly, he has no idea how to treat customers.
By all means, come and check why we started driving away, then reversed the car and why 2 staff members were standing at the car, but once you know the story, an APOLOGY on inconveniencing the customer (like the waiter and the manager lady gave) would have been called for, not screaming at us and ordering us to leave and never come back! Wow!
We were sad for the waiter, as we have no doubt that John (the rude 'general manager'), would've tried to fire him for this.
We emailed the owner as per the website, but apparently she had sold the place at the beginning of December. We sent our complaint to the 2 email addresses of the new owners, but they have not bothered to respond. Obviously our experience is not important to them.
John does not deserve to have a job and The Old Hatchery does not deserve to have ANY customers.
4. Moorcroft Manor Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 102 reviews
Reviewed By Chris P - Shanghai, China
We normally get an excellent meal here and most in our party were very happy. We sat under the trees and the weather was stunning. My meal was not what I expected and I wish restaurants would indicate items on the menu that have chilies in them. Service was very friendly and helpful. I thought lunch was good value for money
5. Mike's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By Hugo S - Durban
We stopped for coffee. The restaurant dining room is sterile, lacking character or decor, the coffee was not great. The waffle was good, but my Mrs did not enjoy her scone. The kitchen extractor is clearly audible and noisy. Feels more like a take away style place where you hit and run your meal...
6. Stone House Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
7. The Olde Duck
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 102 reviews
Reviewed By 124malcolm
Voted as the best Coffee around, and have to agree that their coffee is excellent. But, be prepared to wait at least 15-20mins for a cappuccino in quiet periods. As for food, the wait is even longer! The staff are very friendly, but there is...MoreThankyou for your review- this time of year is always a challenge despite the teams efforts to deliver on service
8. Pheasant Plucker's Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 6 reviews
We offer relaxed country style dining within a historical building. Guests have the option of dining in the courtyard.
Reviewed By Mathias M
We ate the 300g Filet with Madagascar Pepper Sauce here and that was the best steak i had in South Africa so far. So juicy, great sauce wirh it, just perfect and really reasonable prices! Highly recommend this place if you are looking for good food!
9. Pimento's Restaurant and Bar
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 9 reviews
A wonderful selection of genuine Portuguese food and authentic Durban curries with an English style mix.Personal service and lovely atmosphere for people of all ages.
Reviewed By forever-a-nomad - Durban, South Africa
Reopened now and the food is better than ever! Beautiful setting and friendly staff. Dinner in winter next to a roaring fire with good friends makes memories. And once you've been, you'll want to go back! His was my third visit and my favourite dishes...MoreWe at Pimento's are very pleased you had a good experience and we hope to see you again soon.
