The Terrace, Muldersdrift

Where:

The Terrace is part of The Ground Venue in Muldersdrift, a half hour drive from Sandton. Ground has a fantastic coffee shop, nice for families and cyclists. They offer hikes and picnics too. The Terrace is their newest offering. What is nice is that it is straight off the main road, no dirt roads. We love seeing the Cradle bring more and more magical experiences for the Jozi crowd.

Ambiance:

The Terrace is perfect for long, lazy lunches. The light is beautifully dappled, sun and shadow playing on the natural tones of the decor. Touches of green links up to the surrounding outdoors which spills in from the large windows. Everything looks beautiful in this space, and your Insta and TikTok posts are going to look fantastic. Add lounge music, and chic patrons (no active wear), and a no children under 12 policy - this is a spot perfect for dates and special occasions. Conversations can flow easily, you have none of the mall noises we struggle with in Johannesburg, no need to raise your voice or battle to hear others at the table. It is also refreshing not to overlook parking or street.

Drinks and Cocktails:

Enquire about the Boschendal, Iverroche Gin and bubbly tastings. Lots of cocktails on the menu, as well as wines from Babelynstoren, Ataraxia, and Boschendal of course. We had non-alcoholic cocktails, and they were lovely.

Starters:

The Mediterranean menu is well suited for sharing platters. Tzatziki, Tirosalata - a wonderfully smooth whipped Feta, Melitzanosalata - roasted Greek Aubergine, are some of the dips that can be enjoyed with fresh out-of-the-oven Pita and bread of the day - lovely olive in our case.

Mains:

Everything from Calamari to Shanks. The Chicken Slouvaki was a winner. We saw a couple sharing the baked whole fish, and that will most certainly be our choice for the next time - and a next time there certainly would be. The dishes come with white Truffle Fries, a definite must.

Full menu here: groundthevenue.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Terrace-Menu-Online.pdf

Leave space for dessert, you cannot miss out on this. Baklava ice cream, Nutella parcels, Nougatina - creamy custard with almond meringue. It was as lovely as it looks.

Open Wednesday to Sunday.

Bookings : dineplan.com/restaurants/the-terrace-at-ground-the-venue