THE BAOBAB RESTAURANT (FORMERLY UPSIDE DOWN RESTAURANT), Hoedspruit - Restaurant Reviews, Phone Number & Photos

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While taking in the view of the magnificent Baobab tree and the breathtaking panorama, enjoy delicious farm fresh fare, which includes savoury and sweet pancakes, homemade ginger beer, lemonade and passion fruit juices, and the ultimate “lekker sterk boere koffie”.

PRICE RANGE

$3.00 – $8.00

Special Diets

Vegetarian friendly

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Drinks

FEATURES

Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Free off-street parking, Accepts Credit Cards

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4.0

65 reviews

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sunnysidegolfer

3 contributions

Wonder of nature

Feb 2019 • none

I worked out in South Africa for a number of years and the natural world never ceased to amaze me over there. The Baobab tree is synonymous with Africa and this one doesn't disappoint, i was fortunate to be there the day after the tree had flowered which really was a once in a lifetime experience. The pancakes are sooooo good that one just never seemed enough.

Written 22 January 2020

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Harry G

Liverpool172 contributions

Off the beaten track and totally worth it

Aug 2024 • family

Absolutely incredible. Tried my first savoury pancake. It did not disappoint. Beautiful surroundings. Lovely service.

Written 21 August 2024

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PsychoBambi

Sydney18 contributions

Pancakes with a view

Feb 2020 • none

I love this restaurant. I've been here several times when I'm in the area. Lovely staff and great, reasonably priced pancakes and yummy milk shakes. They have sweet and savoury and plenty of vegetarian options to keep me happy. I'd technically call them more crepes than pancakes but I guess that depends where you're from. Either way they're yummy! The view is breathtaking and it's off the beaten path so it's so quiet and lovely with chickens roaming around. It's a great yard for kids to play. There's a fantastic, massive baobab tree to walk around and a dead one which is fun to poke about in. I've been here with friends but I also like coming here by myself as it's so quiet and lovely to just sit and chill and look at the view.

Written 20 September 2020

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racbez

Alberton18 contributions

Lunch by the trees

Dec 2019 • none

They serve good pancakes. Their service is terrible. Prepare yourself that is it going to be a long wait for the drinks and food.

Written 16 January 2020

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Lisl W

Centurion61 contributions

Nice pancakes

Dec 2019 • family

The coffee was strong and the pancakes were light and fluffy. Service was a bit slow but the setting is lovely so it's worth a visit.

Written 2 January 2020

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Taylor Watson

Port Coquitlam8 contributions

Yummy food with a great vibe

Nov 2019 • none

Food was excellent. Milkshakes were a hit. The Baobab tree was a lovely background. The fallen free just behind the restaurant was cool to walk around in.

Written 18 November 2019

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IgnazW

Haacht30 contributions

With a big Baobab tree in the garden

Jul 2019 • family

It's the giant Baobab that attracted us here. It was a lunch stop and they serve good pancakes in a pleasant atmosphere. Well worth the stop.

Written 2 August 2019

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7 contributions

NIce pan-cakes

Jun 2019 • family

Although there is not much to see and do. Having the most interesting pancakes was most sertainly a great treat

Written 1 July 2019

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Marilize R

Durban101 contributions

Lovely lunch with the Tree of Life

Jun 2019 • family

Great service, fluffy filled pancakes and an unbeatable salad dressing! Wonderful experience! Will definitely go again!

Written 20 June 2019

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shaday422

Phalaborwa19 contributions

Who knew pancakes would be so good?

May 2019 • friends

We come here after outreach in local communities quite frequently and the food never fails to disappoint. You can get sweet or savoury and something to suit everyone. I mostly get the mushroom one and the home made chilli sauce there is delectable.

Written 31 May 2019

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Mike F

Hi Shaday, thanks so much for the compliments! So glad you can get to the Baobab Restaurant reasonably often...

Written 5 June 2019

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Risette

Hoedspruit19 contributions

Little oasis in the fields

May 2019 • family

Great for what it is. A pancake restaurant, set in the middle of the fields with views of the mountain. Every time I have been it is peaceful, the staff is sweet and the pancakes (sweet & savory) are just good.

Written 27 May 2019

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ando88

Hong Kong65 contributions

Interesting little place

Jan 2019 • family

Situated next to two large Baobab trees, this semi al fresco restaurant serves pretty good crepes. Not what I was expecting in Africa but still good. Is a good stop if you wish to see Jessica Hippo which is down the road.

Written 15 January 2019

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Cristel B-K

Hoedspruit25 contributions

Unusual setting out on a dust road overlooking stunning scenery of baobabs.

Nov 2018 • friends

The drive & view from the restaurant is well worth the visit and the pancakes and coffee are delicious. Peaceful and uncomplicated.

Written 19 November 2018

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familybrown176

Cape Town Central399 contributions

Afternoon Tea delight

Oct 2018 • couples

Yes we went too see a 2000 and 500 year Baobabs and honestly I was shocked and disappointed too see visitors arrive, park walk through the garden too the tree without stopping for even a cup of tea ☕️. This is a gem situated off the beaten track with amazing views, tranquil gardens and play area for children. Pancakes and Lemon Drizzle cake 🍰 was just delicious and so moorish . Service is sweet and quiet - I sense the girls are shy but they answered all our questions about the history of the trees . Lovely afternoon @ 15 mins outside Hoedspruit.

Written 20 October 2018

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cowenevett

Carefree782 contributions

Amazing Giant Baobab

Aug 2018 • friends

I always bring friends who travel with me to see the amazing Baobab tree at this restaurant. Each time I see new improvements to the restaurant. The food is very good and the prices are reasonable. Please be sure to purchase something at the restaurant and not just stop to see the tree.

Written 28 August 2018

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