The Cassia Restaurant
Photo: The Cassia Restaurant via Google Maps · Menu photos via Google Maps
What to Expect
The Cassia sits inside Ilala Lodge in Victoria Falls, close enough to hear the falls from the terrace, and reviewers often mention wildlife wandering past during dinner. Ashley (March 2026) spotted “an elephant having a little snack” mid-meal, and Daniel (May 2025) had both elephants and warthogs stop by at lunch. A pianist, named as Miles by Sai in September 2025, plays most evenings and gets its own mentions across many reviews.
The menu runs from bao buns to game meats, and reviewers single out the ostrich and impala. Trice (March 2023) recommended “the ostrich steak, tempura hake, and the cheesecake with coconut ice cream”, while Lisa (November 2025) found the ostrich “melt in your mouth” but was less keen on the gaminess of the impala shank. Coleen (April 2024) called the Mushroom and Spinach Cannelloni generous enough for two and named the Malawi Shandy Mocktail the best in Victoria Falls.
Not every visit reaches that standard: Shailen found the atmosphere pleasant in a 2025 review but the food “just passable, nothing especially memorable”. Staff get named often, including Tatenda and Tendai, and the kitchen caters to gluten-free and dairy-free requests. The restaurant opens daily from 06:30 to 21:30.
Quotes are from Google reviews, credited by first name and month.
The Menu
Menu photos
Prices change, so confirm when you order.
What Diners Say
from 120 Google reviews
★★★★★
I loved the piano player, who set the relaxed mood for the evening. Service was impeccable - not hovering, but nicely attentive. Food was delicious - our starter of pork belly was just the right amount with beautifully complementary garnishes (sometimes there's just way too much…
★★★★★
Great ambiance right from the entrance, welcome from the staff 10/10, presentation of the table and serving of the food definitely gave the wow effect.
★★★★★
Had the Crocodile Crumble and Ostrich filet. Enjoyed them both having never eaten any of them. The croc was crab cake like and the ostrich is like a steak. They pair them beautifully with other accompaniments and it tastes wonderful. Be adventurous and enjoy the food.
★★★★★
One of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had. The food was absolutely amazing every dish full of flavour and beautifully presented. Tatenda was an outstanding waiter, full of energy and warmth, and really made us feel welcome.
★★★★☆
We stopped by The Cassia restaurant without a reservation and were seated right away, which was a nice surprise. The atmosphere had the feel of an old American style estate, with a quiet and slightly formal vibe.
