The Venue at Route 162 Benoni is one of the East Rand’s most wonderfully eclectic, family-friendly, and comprehensively equipped lifestyle complexes — a one-stop destination at 162 President Brand Road, Rynfield, Benoni, Gauteng, 1518 that combines a fully licensed family restaurant and coffee shop, a sports bar and beer garden, a kids’ play area and party venue, a braai facility, an event and function venue, live music, and an extraordinary range of on-site services including a car wash, biltong shop, pet grooming parlour, vintage shop, and more.

With a Google rating of 4.2 from 582 reviews and a combined Facebook following across its venues — The Venue at Route 162 Benoni has built a loyal community of East Rand families, event planners, and day-outers who keep coming back for the atmosphere, the food, the convenience, and the sheer variety of what’s on offer under one roof.

“If you’ve been searching for an affordable spot to eat out with the kids, this is the place for you.”

The Restaurant & Coffee Shop

The Venue at Route 162 Benoni’s core offering is a warm, relaxed, family-focused dining experience:

• Fully licensed family restaurant and coffee shop
• African cuisine, pizza, biltong, breakfast, and café meals
• “Great coffee” — with free coffee specials offered alongside breakfasts
• “Really good pizza” — lunch from R100–R150 per person
• Fireplace on-site for cosy colder-weather dining
• Outdoor seating area — “fresh breeze of air” in a garden setting
• “Democratic prices” and wholesome kids’ meal offerings
• “Rare to find a restaurant that offers equal entertainment for children and adults”

Sports Bar & Beer Garden

The sports bar adds another dimension to the Route 162 experience:

• Sports Bar & Grill with a full food and drinks menu
• Beer garden — relaxed outdoor space for watching sport and socialising
• Bar service, grilled food, and a convivial atmosphere

Kids’ Play Area & Party Venue

Families with children are especially well catered for:

• Kids’ play area — visible from the outdoor seating area, allowing parents to relax while children are entertained
• Kiddies party venues — dedicated spaces for children’s birthday parties and celebrations
• “Tired parents get the opportunity to kick back and relax while their little ones are entertained”
• Wholesome, affordable kids’ meal offerings

Events & Function Venue

The Venue at Route 162 Benoni is available for a wide range of private and corporate functions:

• Events and function venue for hire
• Braai facility for outdoor entertaining
• Live music — regular performances on-site
• Suitable for birthday parties, baby showers, year-end functions, and private celebrations

On-Site Services — The Route 162 Lifestyle Complex

What truly sets The Venue at Route 162 Benoni apart is its extraordinary range of co-located services:

• Car wash — get your car washed while you eat
• Biltong shop — take home fresh biltong
• Pet grooming parlour — pamper your pets
• Comic shop
• Gift shop
• Vintage shop
• Beauticians
• Water shop
• Electrical engineering shop
• Training facility
• Health and safety provider

“It’s everything you could need and more.”

Practical Details

• Address: 162 President Brand Road, Rynfield, Benoni, Gauteng, 1518
• Phone: 084 516 1406
• Email: andre.g@route162.co.za
• Instagram: @thevenueroute162
• Facebook: The Venue at Route 162 (2,584 likes) | The Sports Bar & Grill Route 162 (2,549 likes)
• Google rating: 4.2 (582 reviews)
• Hours: Mon–Thu 08:00–16:30 | Fri–Sat 08:00–20:00 | Sun 08:00–16:00
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For event bookings, kids’ party enquiries, and the latest specials, follow The Venue at Route 162 on Facebook or call 084 516 1406.

Also explore other popular family venues and event spaces in Benoni and the East Rand or browse Gauteng family-friendly function venues on Event Venues SA.