Tolbos Country Shop & Restaurant Patensie
You will find Tolbos Country Shop & Restaurant in Patensie, a small town in the Eastern Cape. It serves as both a restaurant and an information centre for the Baviaanskloof, offering tips on local attractions and routes. The menu focuses on dishes made from locally sourced ingredients, supporting nearby farmers and artisans. Families are welcome, with a dedicated play area for children.
Tolbos also features a boutique wine selection sourced from the surrounding area and the Western Cape. The shop sells local products, making it a convenient stop for travellers looking to explore the region. The restaurant opened in 1988 and has since become a community hub, known for its warm hospitality.
The establishment moved to its current location in 1996 and has continued to grow, now offering a range of services from meals to tourist information. It remains a central point for visitors to the Gamtoos Valley and Baviaanskloof.