Gansbaai / Hermanus, South Africa
Dining guide
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve - Forest Lodge Dining Guide
Dining is centered in the panoramic Forest Lodge Restaurant presenting fine South African gastronomy paired with Cape wines from the 5,000-bottle cellar, complemented by private candlelit boma dinners and private picnics.
Before you book dinner
- Forest Lodge Restaurant serves breakfast (7:30-10am), lunch (12:30-2:30pm), and dinner (6:30-9:30pm).
- Boma dinners are hosted under the stars twice weekly.
- Picnic baskets can be arranged in the reserve.
Forest Lodge Restaurant
Fine South African terroir dining, Walker Bay seafood & 5,000-bottle cellar
Serving Chef-driven multi-course dinners, local linefish, springbok loin, fynbos honey desserts, and Cape South Coast wines daily from 6:30pm to 10:00pm.
Full guide →The Boma & Milkwood Lounge
Traditional South African braai barbecues, Cape wines & fireside cocktails
Serving wood-grilled meats, Cape seafood potjiekos, local craft gins, and fine wines from 12:00pm until 11:00pm daily.
Full guide →Grootbos Private Nature Reserve - Forest Lodge dining FAQ
- What dining is included?
- Stays are all-inclusive of all daily chef-prepared meals, snacks, afternoon tea, and local South African wines.
- What cuisine is served?
- The restaurant serves refined contemporary South African cuisine featuring local seafood, game, and foraged herbs.
- What are the dining hours?
- Breakfast is served from 7:30am to 10:00am, lunch from 12:30pm to 2:30pm, and dinner from 6:30pm to 9:30pm.
- How large is the wine cellar?
- The cellar houses over 5,000 bottles showcasing the finest wines from the cool-climate Walker Bay and Overberg regions.
Reviewed by Hotel Flock · Last updated September 2026