Customer Reviews

  • Its a place where you'll get the most delicious biltongs ever...

    Molefi William Masilonyana
  • Best biltong ever! The pies are amazing with some great flavours and lots of filling. This is another must stop.

    Deon Engelbrecht
  • Great bolting and fantastic home made pies, they also make good coffee, great pit stop for our trip to Rosendal

    Lindsay Gracie
  • Amazing biltong. Delicious koeksisters. They got a great thing going there. Even freshly made pancakes. The place was heaving it was so busy and yet every person working there had a big smile, offered great service (and convinced me to buy koeksisters as he said it’s still holidays and so I can still eat what I want)

    Natalie Arkin Mills
  • Excellent home made pies. you need to try this...

    antonie naude
Geelvet Biltong, at it's BEST

The Fat Butcher: A Taste of Tradition

Discover the heartwarming story behind The Fat Butcher, a family-owned business born from a passion for quality and a commitment to the authentic flavors of South Africa. Nestled in the heart of Ventersburg, our journey began with a dream and a love for biltong. Join us as we share the tale of how we transformed a closed-down butchery into a beloved destination for food enthusiasts.

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Positioned conveniently along the N1 highway, Ventersburg

Where to find us

Located in the heart of the Free State, The Fat Butcher is based in Ventersburg, a charming town that offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere for travelers and locals alike. Positioned conveniently along the N1 highway, Ventersburg is the perfect stop for those journeying between Johannesburg and Cape Town, making it easy to visit and stock up on our famous biltong and meats. Our butchery stands out not only for the quality of our products but also for our deep roots in this beautiful part of South Africa, where we continue to serve our community with pride and tradition.