The Garden Shed Restaurant sits on President Street in Graskop, a town on the edge of the Mpumalanga escarpment. You eat here in an open-air garden with fire pits, surrounded by mountain breezes and the scent of hardwood smoke from the kitchen.

The menu focuses on South African wild game, ethically sourced and cooked over an open flame — ostrich, crocodile, zebra, and venison fillet, marinated with African spices. Wood-fired pizzas bake in the oven, and slow-cooked potjies simmer over the fire. Desserts include malva pudding, a South African classic.

The garden setting is casual, with fire pits crackling at dusk and wild birds overhead. Families and groups can share skewers, pizzas, and curries, all served with traditional accompaniments.

The restaurant is open daily, with indoor and outdoor seating. Graskop’s waterfalls and forests are a short drive away.