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View RestaurantMugg & Bean @ Lower Sabie
Nestled within the heart of Kruger National Park, this popular eatery offers a welcome respite for travelers. Diners appreciate its prime location, boasting an amazing river view that provides a perfect backdrop for a break during a safari drive. While the food, often featuring burgers and bowls, is described as okay, the friendly service and the opportunity to relax and soak in the scenery are consistently highlighted. It's a well-regarded stop for a good cup of coffee, considered by many to be the best in the park. The atmosphere is enhanced by outdoor seating and the occasional live music, making it a pleasant experience for groups.
American•$$•3.8(702)•Kruger National Park
Nestled within the heart of Kruger National Park, this popular eatery offers a welcome respite for travelers. Diners appreciate its prime location, boasting an amazing river view that provides a perfect backdrop for a break during a safari drive. While the food, often featuring burgers and bowls, is described as okay, the friendly service and the opportunity to relax and soak in the scenery are consistently highlighted. It's a well-regarded stop for a good cup of coffee, considered by many to be the best in the park. The atmosphere is enhanced by outdoor seating and the occasional live music, making it a pleasant experience for groups.
About Mugg & Bean @ Lower Sabie
Nestled within the heart of Kruger National Park, this popular eatery offers a welcome respite for travelers. Diners appreciate its prime location, boasting an amazing river view that provides a perfect backdrop for a break during a safari drive. While the food, often featuring burgers and bowls, is described as okay, the friendly service and the opportunity to relax and soak in the scenery are consistently highlighted. It's a well-regarded stop for a good cup of coffee, considered by many to be the best in the park. The atmosphere is enhanced by outdoor seating and the occasional live music, making it a pleasant experience for groups.
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Restaurant Characteristics
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💰Price Range
Moderate
Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
🕐Meal Time
dinner
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
🎭Atmosphere
Outdoor
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
🍽️Dining Style
Flexible
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
✨Features & Amenities
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
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Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Live Music, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Dog Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
Why Travelers Love Mugg &
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
3.8 / 5.0(702 reviews)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Great location with an amazing view over the river perfect spot for a break during a Kruger Park drive. The food was okay; we had burgers and a chicken bowl. Service was friendly. Still, a nice place to relax and enjoy the scenery. Mug & Bean in Lower Sabie is definitely a stop to work into your Kruger National Park experience, but be aware that they are extremely busy, and you may spend longer than intended. That said, it's still worth a visit with the best coffee in the Park! The atmosphere is vibrant and you have a great view on the river with some crocodiles and hippos lounging in the waters below. I love Mugg & Bean overall, and the food is great! Our waitress was friendly and quite fast. It's a great pit stop for anyone travelling through the Kruger. The menu is great, and the food is overall tasty. The drinks are good, especially the cocktails. The only problem is there are a lot of birds, mostly beautiful, but they sit on the roof and want food. They pooped in my boyfriend's drink, but the restaurant replaced it for him. The place has a greag view of the Kruger and has a good vibe. I would recommend to anyone to make a pit stop.
Find the Restaurant
Where to Find Them
Lower Sabie Rest Camp Kruger Park, Kruger National Park, 1350, South Africa
+27 078 757 7916
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Opening Hours
Open Now
Monday7:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Saturday7:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Sunday7:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Recent Reviews
Stefan G.
October 31, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Great location with an amazing view over the river perfect spot for a break during a Kruger Park drive. The food was okay; we had burgers and a chicken bowl. Service was friendly. Still, a nice place to relax and enjoy the scenery.
Adele D.
September 25, 2025
Mug & Bean in Lower Sabie is definitely a stop to work into your Kruger National Park experience, but be aware that they are extremely busy, and you may spend longer than intended. That said, it's still worth a visit with the best coffee in the Park! The atmosphere is vibrant and you have a great view on the river with some crocodiles and hippos lounging in the waters below.
Nicola M.
January 25, 2025
I love Mugg & Bean overall, and the food is great! Our waitress was friendly and quite fast. It's a great pit stop for anyone travelling through the Kruger. The menu is great, and the food is overall tasty. The drinks are good, especially the cocktails. The only problem is there are a lot of birds, mostly beautiful, but they sit on the roof and want food. They pooped in my boyfriend's drink, but the restaurant replaced it for him. The place has a greag view of the Kruger and has a good vibe. I would recommend to anyone to make a pit stop.
Elize O.
July 25, 2025
Had dinner with my group of Australian students and the food was delicious. Everyone enjoyed it. Will be back. Makhosi was our waitress friendly and efficient.
Mark W.
October 6, 2025
Food was excellent, one of the best food at a Mugg&Bean of had. The views over the river was breathtaking. Seeing the animals in and amongst the water. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Service was a little so, because of the amount of people there. The birds do get a bit annoying. Overall, great experience, and place to have breakfast, or lunch there. 👍
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Mugg & special
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Dog Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Credit Cards
Debit Cards
NFC/Contactless
Parking
Free Parking Lot
Free Street Parking
Paid Parking Lot
Paid Street Parking
Valet Parking
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Wheelchair Accessible Parking
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