Polo Lounge - Westcliff

A room with a view

How often have you sat down to a meal and just been taken aback by the spectacular view? Added to this, there’s the right kind of atmosphere created through décor, music & service. When you can sit back, relax, take a sip of your Martini and say “Life is Good”, then you know this place has got it right!

After another visit to The Polo Lounge and Conservatory at the Westcliff in Jo’burg, we felt compelled to discuss this topic. It’s arguably one of our favourite places for cocktails/sundowners, as the view over the largest man-made forest in a city that is Jozi is amazing. The infinity pool helps with creating a relaxed atmosphere as well! Ion chose his favourite aperitivo – the Negroni, while Dimitri & his beautiful wife Sash sipped on G&T’s. Just like the drive up to the bar/restaurant, prices are steep, but well worth it. They make some really yummy accompanying snacks as well. Although we haven’t eaten a five-course meal here yet (budgetary limitations) we hear the food’s great!

Apart from the view, the cocktails are really good (finest ingredients), the service is impeccable, and the staff are friendly and accommodating to make sure you’re happy, including bringing the heaters closer in winter when the sun goes down and the view transforms from a scattering of lights in the city (we wonder what its like at night when there’s a power cut over the city – sure we’ll find out soon enough!)

Tip: Book in advance and ask for an outside table

Until we eat again,

Your Taste Buds,

DimitrIon

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