The Thirsty Scarecrow

Welcome to The Thirsty Scarecrow

After wine tasting at Hidden Valley we were in serious need of some delicious food. The strawberry farm nearby, that would be familiar to most, has a great restaurant called The Thirsty Scarecrow. This is a no nonsense, no frills chilling spot. They have an extensive drink list that would cater for all needs and of course the famous strawberry makes it's appearance frequently. A great thing is that you don't have to spoil yourself with only one beer but do a taster of 4 (R40) or 8 (R75) . I am not a beer drinker at all even though the boyfriend is trying really hard to get me on the beer train. They do however serve beer cocktails(R40), maybe this is the starting point for my beer career :) I did try and enjoyed the Liefmans Strawberry beer but it tasted more like a cider. The wine and normal cocktail options are also extensive. I had  a Farmers Sunset(R40) that consisted of rum, grenadine, pineapple and orange.

4 Beer tasting option with the Liefman Strawberry beer on your left.
 

Farmers Sunset

Advanced beer shandy (R40). As a non-beer drinker I loved it!

 

Menu wise it was difficult to choose. They serve tapas that would pair perfectly with a afternoon of drinks. Some options to tease the taste buds are beef short ribs(R56), Sweet&Sticky dates(R45), Patagonian calamari(R52)  and cheese croquettes(R48). For a more substantial meal they serve beer battered fish and chips(R70), pizza's and nacho's(R78). We shared some pizza's and they were delicious. Very cheesy and they were generous with the toppings.

Fat tony - Sundried tomatoes, salami, mushrooms, feta and basil (R86)

When pigs fly - Caramelised onions, brie, olive tapenade and bacon(R85)

Beer battered fish and chips (R70)

The thing I placed on my food bucket-list and which will guarantee my return, is the deep fried oreos with ice-cream. That sounds like a plate of heaven to me :)


When the weathers permits it be sure to sit outside on the patio that overlooks the strawberry and scarecrow fields, otherwise there are some larger tables inside.

Folks enjoying the sunny day on the patio

Décor wise touches of red are visible all over the restaurant. They were also very innovative by using farm crates to build the bar and wheel caps to serve as seats.

Innovative bar and bar-stools

Area inside

Red accents everywhere

The place for a drink...

My only negative point is that service was lacking and slow. Drinks and food took long to arrive. I see this is a trend on their Tripadvisor reviews. The waiters seemed passive and uninterested.

For drinks or a long relaxing lunch with friends, The Thirsty Scarecrow is the place to be. Do however ensure you have "enough time".

Visit them Monday-Sunday 11:00-23:00 ( Food is only served from 12:00 onwards)
Contact them at 021 881 3444
Located at the corner of R44 & Annandale Road
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