Okavango Outpost is the worst eatery between the zoo and safari park. Not only is the selection limited to deli-style "paninis" (aka cold sandwiches) and prepackaged salads, the service is atrocious. A few months ago, this would have been a different review. However, the manager and staff today were unfriendly, lacked customer service, and simply don't know their own menu. In short, the pictures on the menu do not match what is served (especially the treats/desserts), and rather than remaking or actually fixing the problem, they argued with the customers and simply gave a refund without another proposed solution. The dumbest part is that one staff member said the customer's expectation and request was correct, but the supposed manager said "no" and took on a "defend your own" approach rather than a customer service one. Definitely will not be returning here despite holding a park membership.

If you want expensive cafeteria food, this is your joint. The food all comes pre-packaged and isn't very fresh. The croissants fall apart in your hands and the sandwiches are very dry. The chicken tenders are not crispy. Reminds me of my college cafeteria :) That being said, when you are walking around the Africa loop in the heat of the day, there's not much better of a place to pop a squat and rest your feet. There is a medium size grassy area near the cheetahs and plenty of tables and seating in the shade near the outpost. There's also a beautiful overlook over the Africa loop.

Wish to have cero stars but well 10/31/2021, food was basically from a vending machine, main reason for this review just to point out Chelsea and Maria, they were so pushy and rude when trying to make my mind picking one of the options from menu, they should have a better training in food business and dealing with different people, patience and people treatment... anyways, avoid this spot.

The tram safari was fantastic. Whish the layout for it was a little different. I have a feeling with the terrain it's just what they were able to do. Downloading the map app is recommended as it will give you GPS directions. The place is a real maze so it's hard to find your way around. Crowds at the time of this post were light and helped make it more enjoyable.

Went there for lunch. They have paninis which were warm. Kids menu is a joke. Two tiny chicken strips with few carrots and crackers. Paninis were good but the staff was super slow. The lines was long because the folks preparing food were not efficient.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Recommended dishes
Sandwich

We went there cause we were hungry like other people, expecting a normal meal, cashier was a bit rude, and omg is the food expensive, my family got 2 pretzels, 2 salads, and 2 drinks, total was $74!!!!! You can get the same stuff at a gas station for like ten bucks

Just a generic stock bar with overpriced food nothing really made to order.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Features
Dine in: Yes
Outdoor seating: Yes
Takeout: Yes
Delivery: No
Curbside pickup: No

Stopped for coffee and cupcake. The atmosphere was pleasant and service was quick.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Service was great, staff was friendly and accommodating but the food was just okay and pricey. It is what I'd expect from a park. It was sustenance and allowed us to continue enjoying the park without leaving.

The customer service was terrible. The photos of the menu items don't match what you actually get, especially the desserts. The food is as-expected for deli options. Nothing really tastes super fresh.

Its sandwiches, salads and chicken fingers. View is nice. I had the chicken sandwich on brioche bun. Beer selection is good. Its take out style. Better than the standard fast food park faire.

They could do better
Service
Take out
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 3
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Soft Pretzel

Food was good. Big rootbeer float with a lot of ice cream. For zoo prices, I think it was worth it. Only downside are other customers who can't deal with covid protection protocols here.

Very good place to eat. All the stuff we ordered was fresh. (We got salads, pretzels and chips.) The ladies were really nice. They spoke loud so we could hear over the loud equipment.

We ordered Turkey panini. It was filled with cheese and no taste of Turkey, just few slices. It wasn't cheap nor delicious. It went to trash. Employees at the counter seemed confused!

The food is incredibly overpriced even for an amusement park but meatball sandwich was decent. staff could be more friendly. a few of them acted as if they didn't want to be there.

Loved the panini!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$1–10
Features
Dine in: Yes
Outdoor seating: Yes
Takeout: Yes

I expected better.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Features
Dine in: Yes
Outdoor seating: Yes

Excellent !!!
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

This is the slowest experience I've ever had. The people behind the counter went so slow, didn't care, and weren't at all efficient.

The grilled cheese sandwich was surprisingly delicious!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20

Same prices as the rest of the park, can be a 10+ minute wait for a quick beer/soda refill if the food line gets long though

Panini was expensive but exceeded expectations.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20

Complete trash the cashier thought I got a wrap and I got a salad insanely overpriced and confusingly stupid

Delicious food but pricey
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20

Vanilla soft serve was good!
Service
Take out
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10

Get an adult beverage and a seat on the patio and watch the bird show. Excellent spot.

It's a nice place to sit and relax while enjoying a beverage or waiting for others.

Food: 3
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 3

Good food, on a hot day, thankful for the misters throughout the eating area.

Great senior specials
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

One of the best views you could ask for while eating. Nice shaded areas.

2000 miles away !w.t.f!. Never heard of this place..Google spying

Bien
Food: 4
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4

Enjoying time with the family!! Beautiful day for safari.

Good food with a great view overlooking the animals

Part of the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Great views.

Nice stop for cold food mostly and of course BEER

Good food and relaxing tables outside for eating.

Dry burger and high prices, but nice service.

They serve IPA's here... albeit expensive.

Decent food. Great view. Lot's of shade.

Nice view and lunch at the Safari Park

Food is okay, view is great.

Good food and staff

Great experience

Good cobb salad

Collector. Ups!

Cold wind good

Yeah what fun!

Garden of Eden

Happy. Fun

Muy bonito

Love it

Nice

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