Experience South Africa’s culinary heritage at Eleven Tribes Restaurant
Zimbali Lodge
Officially opened on January 21, the restaurant introduces a new signature dining experience rooted in the country’s diverse cultural heritage.
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Flavour, tradition and stories have shaped South Africa’s culinary identity over the years and Eleven Tribes brings this to life at Zimbali Lodge.
Officially opened on January 21, the restaurant introduces a new signature dining experience rooted in the country’s diverse cultural heritage.
Inspired by South Africa’s eleven official cultures, Eleven Tribes blends indigenous ingredients, time-honoured techniques, and contemporary cooking to create food that feels both familiar and refined. Each dish reflects the people and traditions that came before, a celebration of shared tables, passed-down recipes, and meals that connect generations.
At its core, Eleven Tribes is about bringing people together.
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At its core, Eleven Tribes is about bringing people together. The space has been thoughtfully designed to encourage connection, conversation, and a sense of community, making it a natural extension of the Zimbali Lodge experience.
Led by Executive Chef Malusi Mkhize and the Zimbali Lodge food and beverage team, Eleven Tribes serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, welcoming both lodge guests and the public. It is a restaurant shaped by heritage, and shared with intention.
Eleven Tribes is now open at Zimbali Lodge, Ballito, with reservations available via Dineplan: https://www.dineplan.com/restaurants/eleven-tribes