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Welcome to

the drive

Restaurant

Unwind & Explore our Culinary Delights

At The Drive Restaurant, we serve more than meals—we serve moments.

Whether you’re winding down after a game or catching up with friends, our restaurant offers the perfect mix of hearty classics, local flavour, and easy-going atmosphere.

Step into a space where the comfort of a classic pub meets the flair of a modern kitchen. Our menu is crafted to delight: from flame-grilled steaks and juicy burgers to fresh, zesty salads, loaded fries, and crowd-pleasing favourites like sticky ribs and tender wings.

Every dish is prepared with care by chefs who know that good food isn’t just about taste—it’s about experience. So pull up a chair, raise a glass, and discover your new favourite spot at The Drive.

Our Menu


Breakfast

Served from 8am to 11h30

Menu Information
Allergens: gluten, dairy I Vegetarian option available

Breakfast Bun

R65.00
Fried egg, bacon, mature cheddar, roasted tomato, and aioli on a soft bun.

The Breakfast

R118.00
Fried eggs, bacon, mushrooms, and roasted tomato with your choice of toast. Gluten-free option available I Vegetarian option available
Menu Information
Allergens: gluten, dairy

Hog Scramble

R95.00
Creamy scrambled eggs and crispy pork rasher on toasted sourdough.
Menu Information
Vegetarian | Allergens: gluten.

Avo Smash

R72.00
Citrus smashed avocado, house-pickle and microgreens on thick-cut sourdough. Add an egg R15
Menu Information
Vegetarian I Allergens: nuts, dairy Gluten-free granola available

Granola & Seasonal Fruit Bowl

R130.00
Home-baked granola with full-fat yoghurt, fresh seasonal fruit, and a drizzle of honey.
Menu Information
Vegetarian | Allergens: gluten, dairy, egg

French Toast

R112.00
Fluffy house loaf with local honey, caramelised banana, and cinnamon sugar.
Menu Information
Vegetarian | Allergens: gluten, dairy, egg

Citrus Pancakes

R86.00
French style crêpes with zesty Chantilly cream, local citrus, and shaved macadamia.

Breakfast

Pick Me Up

R65.00
Peanut butter, banana, espresso, dates, cinnamon

Tropical Thunder

R72.00
Pineapple, mango, coconut milk, orange, banana

Green Goddess

R78.00
Spinach, kiwi, banana, celery, giner, apple, chia

Cocoa Powder

R74.00
Avocado, banana, cocoa, honey

MacaMilk

R82.00
Macadamia nut butter, dates, milk, vanilla, oats, seeds

Small plates / Tapas

Skilpadjies

R86.00
Lamb liver seasoned with pepper & lime, wrapped in netvet and pan-grilled
Menu Information
Vegetarian I Allergens: gluten, dairy

Phutu & Shiba Bites

R72.00
Crispy maize bites filled with slow-roasted tomato and parmesan
Menu Information
Allergens: gluten, dairy

Cheesy Smoked Croquettes

R105.00
Golden-fried bites of smoked pork served with a sharp mustard dip
Menu Information
Gluten-free

Mango Hot Wings

R98.00
Grilled chicken wings with local, sticky mango hot sauce Gluten-free
Menu Information
Contains shellfish | Gluten-free option available

Drunken Prawns

R126.00
Spiced, pan-fried prawns with citrus and a touch of gin
Menu Information
Vegetarian | Allergens: dairy, gluten

Mozzarella Sticks

R85.00
Crispy fried cheese with house marinara

Mains

Menu Information
Vegetarian | Allergens: Gluten, Dairy

Gnocchi with Sage Butter

R110.00
Golden pan-seared gnocchi tossed in a fragrant sage and brown butter sauce.
Menu Information
Allergens: Gluten, Dairy

BBQ SmashBurger

R155.00
100% Local Wagyu beef, double smash patty, melted cheese, aioli, home-pickles served with fries. Add bacon jam +R30
Menu Information
Allergens: Gluten, Egg, Dairy

Crumbed Chicken Burger

R145.00
Amazi-marinated fried chicken, crispy slaw, home-pickle, aioli served with fries.
Menu Information
Gluten-Free

Sticky Pork Ribs

R195.00
Flame-grilled pork ribs basted in our sticky BBQ sauce, served with crisp slaw and rustic fries. Gluten Free

200g Beef Steak

R185.00
Butchers Cut of the day, seared and topped with herbed butter. Served with rustic fries and grilled mielie. Gluten-Free option available

Karoo Lamb Chops

R215.00
South African style lamb chops, grilled and served with a cheesy garlic roosterkoek and a slow-roasted tomato salad. Gluten-Free
Menu Information
Allergens: Gluten

Lowveld Sandwich

R145.00
Buttery grilled steak layered with chimichurri, roast-tomato, aioli, home pickle and arugula on toasted sourdough.
Menu Information
Vegetarian | Contains: Dairy, Gluten

Grilled Haloumi Flatbread

R110.00
Flatbread topped with grilled halloumi, roasted tomato, fresh arugula, dill yogurt, and garden herbs.
Menu Information
Gluten-Free

1/4 Grilled Chicken

R155.00
Quarter chicken flame-grilled with rustic fries & zesty side salad. Choice of Mozambican Peri-Peri or Lemon & Herb

Loaded fries

Truffle Parmesan

R72.00
Fries smothered in melted cheese & truffle oil Vegetarian I GF option available

Bacon & Cheese

R75.00
Fries loaded with crispy bacon bits & melted cheese Contains dairy I GF option available

Peri Peri Chicken

R89.00
Grilled peri peri chicken, creamy aioli, pickled onion & herbs GF option available

Pulled Pork

R95.00
Topped with slow-cooked shoulder, smokey beer sauce & crispy onions Contains gluten, dairy

Pizza

Wood-fired, hand-stretched, and made with fresh ingredients.
All pizzas served on a classic Neapolitan-style sourdough base.

3 Cheese Margherita

R115.00
Mozzarella, cheddar, parmesan, rich tomoato base, fresh basil

Pepperoni Hot Honey

R155.00
Spicy pepperoni, mozzarella, tomato base, finished with a drizzle of hot honey

Yes! Pineapple

R138.00
Classic combo of smoked ham and juicy pineapple

Ham & Mushroom

R146.00
Smoked ham with mushrooms on a mozzarella and tomato base

BBQ Chicken

R155.00
Grilled chicken, BBQ sauce, red onion, mozzarella, fresh herbs

Rocket & Root

R159.00
Roasted butternut, feta, pumpkin seeds, toasted garlic and rocket topped with a balsamic drizzle

Bacon, Feta & Ave

R165.00
Crispy bacon, creamy feta, fresh avocado

Salads

Seasonal plates layered with crisp textures, bold flavours, and locally sourced ingredients.

Menu Information
Contains egg, dairy.

Caesar with Crispy Parmesan

R119.00
Romaine lettuce, anchovy dressing, crispy parmesan shards, croutons. V option available Add shredded chicken +R40

Pickled Peach & Labneh Salad

R135.00
Pickled local peaches, fresh mozzarella, mint, rocket Vegetarian I GF
Menu Information
Allergens: dairy

Biltong, Butternut & Crispy Kale

R148.00
Shaved biltong, roasted butternut, crispy kale, quinoa & feta

Kids

Menu Information
Allergens: gluten, dairy

Junior Smash

R75.00
Single beef smash patty with cheese on a toasted bun. Served with fries.
Menu Information
Allergens: gluten, dairy

Spaghetti Bolognaise

R75.00
Classic beef ragu tossed with spaghetti and finished with parmesan.
Menu Information
Allergens: gluten, egg

Chicken Strips

R65.00
Crispy fried chicken strips served with fries.
Menu Information
Allergens: gluten, dairy

Ham & Cheese Toastie

R55.00
Grilled ham and cheese sandwich on white bread with fries.

Dessert

Menu Information
Allergens: dairy, nuts (macadamia), coconut

Milkshakes

R69.00
Classic thick shakes made with full-cream ice cream. Chocolate/ Vanilla/ Mango & Coconut/ White Chocolate & Macadamia
Menu Information
Allergens: gluten, dairy, egg

Hot Brownie

R45.00
Rich chocolate brownie served warm with our scoop of the day. Vegetarian
Menu Information
Allergens: dairy, nuts (Frangelico), alcohol

Dom Pedro

R75.00
A smooth blend of ice cream and liqueur, the perfect fusion of dessert and a nightcap. Choose from: Amarula /Kahlua/ Whisky/ Frangelico
Menu Information
Vegetarian | Allergens: gluten, dairy, nuts (hazelnuts)

Nutella Crêpes

R78.00
Soft crêpes filled with warm Nutella
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EXPERIENCE THE DRIVE
Play some golf, enjoy a drink, dine, and relax at our picturesque estate near Nelspruit, bringing you closer to nature, luxury, and a good time.

Overview

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Location

  • 10km West of Nelspruit on, N4, Mbombela, 1200
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