European cuisine: the best places to taste it in East London

8 restaurant menus in South Africa, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Jules On Jarvis
Jules On Jarvis
96/100 (1552 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Vegan Options
Cafe
European
Grill
Pizza
Grill
Vegetarian Friendly
European
Cafe
Contemporary
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Moroccan Chicken
hot chocolate
Granola Bowl
Lemon meringue
Baked Cheesecake
Beef fillet
Cheesecake
Cappuccino or Latte
Cheeseburger Menü
Vegan Rainbow Bowl
Chicken Wrap with Fries & Ceasars Salad
Maroccon Chicken
King Pow Chicken and Sweet Potato Chips
Burger
Artichoke and Other Pizza
Cakes
Chicken & Bacon Ceasar
Lamb
Pizza
Margarita
Beef Burger and Fries
Fried chicken
Eggs Benedict with Bacon
fish cakes
Grill
Café
Contemporary
Pizza
European
Serves Alcohol
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Another amazingly delicious meal at Jules on Jarvis. Friendly, efficient staff. Creme Bruleè & pistachio ice cream to die for! Will definitely..."
Barbara Flugel
"We had an amazing breakfast there. I had the buttermilk flapjacks with banana and bacon with maple cream cheese. It was absolutely delicious! Can't..."
Maree Hechter
"Loved my meal tonight but really recommend that the new chef brings back all cream based sauces. Will make all things..."
Kathleen Russell
"The food was outstanding,loved the steak cooked to perfection and the churos were to die for, thank you for your excellent food and service, can't..."
Stephanie Flugel
"My absolute favourite spot in EL � Jules serves the most amazing breakfasts, lunches & dinners!! Very reasonable prices, friendly staff & such..."
Nakita Volschenk
"Our second Breakfast visit and you did not disappoint. The food is good the service is with a smile and the decor is good. A refreshing place to..."
Rhonda Cooper
"My daughter took me here for lunch yesterday (my birthday was on Saturday). Had an amazing salad - probably one of the best ever and she had a..."
Margaret Green
"Always friendly efficient service. Lovely place to have those business coffee meetings. Top of my..."
Bertha Gernetzky Hattingh
"Had an amazing steak last night. Flavours were awesome and it was cooked to perfection. Staff super friendly and efficient and even though there were..."
Nicci Strydom
"Had the sticky pork bowl (can't remember the name) Wow! Looooved it! Can;t wait to smash another! Well done on putting out some quality..."
Simóne Ioannides
"Service was excellent and good was better. Had a stunning 3 course meal! Starter, main and dessert and couldn't have been more chuffed. The setting..."
Michael Booth
"What a special little place! Something unique and classy. Ideal for celebrating and occasion or a romantic evening out. Excellent food. Interesting..."
Leslie Bergh
"Lovely cuisine and service, it’s understandable why the place is such a hit. I’d recommend booking a table in advance if you have dinner plans to..."
Sisekho Sako (nee Makunga)
"One of my favorite places in the city. They have great pizza (which comes with the garlic, chili, Parmesan trio) and steak. They have loaded fries...."
Philip Smith (phantaszjia)
"Jules is always an exceptional dining experience, with superb dishes on the menu. The Backyard area gives a slightly more informal dining area, with..."
Daleen Maré
"The atmosphere is AMAZING. The service is top class. The food? It was toooo much. Gosh, I loved it here. It was my first time visiting the restaurant..."
Zintle Sizani
"Wonderful pizza, and very generous. Staff efficient and non-intrusive. (A relief). Management in place and care about how you enjoy your meal. I..."
Jess Barker
"The place is very beautiful and clean. But the time I visited the place it was crowded but there was very few space left. The pizza was so amazing,..."
Bucy Dyan
"Absolutely love this gem of a place. It's perfect for date nights, quickly lunch dates and coffee meetings. The layout is well thought of with..."
Naledi Sechoaro
"Excellent service and delicious food! Took visitors to EL there who were so impressed with our "Jule(s)". Moscow Mule - THE BEST in..."
YVETTE HUGO
"What a little gem in the suburbs! Beautifuly renovated with a light and airy atmosphere. The food and service was exceptional! Can recommend the eggs..."
Michnus Olivier
"One of the most popular restaurants in East London. Good food. Beautiful aesthetics, definitely instagramable. Prices aren’t bad at..."
Asisithi Sejosengoe
"What a fresh breath of air. Awesome place for a delightfully delicious breakfast with family. Not to mention excellent service from waiters who watch..."
Rijk Dijksterhuis
"Popular spot with a good breakfast menu. The Frappe was just what I needed on a hot morning and the portion sizes where..."
Tania Seeger
"Top notch foodies delight! Best Breakfast Venue in East London! If there were 10 Stars to rate this fine food emporium, I would give 11 out of 10..."
Gerald Dembo
"I went there for the Monday burger special and it was amazing! R140 for 2 burgers with chips. I had my meal with a Berry mojito🍹 Their service was..."
Onga Mbotshelwa
The Bistro At Coast Wellness Centre
The Bistro At Coast Wellness Centre
95/100 (26 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
European
European
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
European
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Street Parking
Reservations
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
La Cuisinette
La Cuisinette
93/100 (225 ratings)
Restaurants
Fusion
European
European
Fusion
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Lamb Liver and Onions
Virgin Cocktail
Stuffed Chicken Breast & Long Island
T-Bone Stake and Steak a La Cuisinette
Bran Muffin Savory Muffin
Sit down
European
Fusion
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Excellent food within a lovely atmosphere. The staff was very helpful and..."
Liezel Cilliers
"Best relaxed atmosphere. Freindly staff. Wow the food is so delicious and well presented. Would love to see the..."
Mandisa Mashiya
"Delicious well presented food and great service. Will be..."
Janine Trollope
"Good food, awesome curry, great wine, excellent..."
Charne Weyer Pendock
"Superb food and excellent service. Thoroughly enjoyed evening. Recommend to..."
Mandy Scholtz Thompson
"Great for privacy, good food and awesome service, well stock with extraordinary..."
Ernest Kleynhans
"Excellent food and excellent service. Will be back..."
Peter Bursey
"Thank you so much Charles for a fantastic..."
Agnes Diedericks
"The new venue is rather small but it means more intimacy. We were the only ones booked that night and we had the best service. The food was divine,..."
Lali Kinase
"Great environment, we got served by lovely ladies who didn't mind when my friends asked them to play some music. I can't post more pictures because..."
Siba Ponono
"We'll be back. Staff was professional and manager was seen all night checking up and making sure all is fine. The main meals were late but our waiter..."
Daleen Harmse
"Very nice little establishment with very nice food. They have a convenient boardroom as well, and also an option to hold private parties/ functions..."
Raymond Marzo
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Anele Qungwana
"The food was really good!!! Only thing I can fault is the restaurant is very small. I suppose it would be great in summer when the doors are open...."
D J
"Arguably East London's poshest restaurant. Definitely the most expensive. Food is Indian and French, the Indian is spicy, beware, even the medium..."
Roger Curran
"What a beautiful and relaxed environment. The food was devine, my first time tasting duck and I loved it. Our waiter was thee best. Definitely coming..."
Asanda Mguga
"It might be considered small but it's the perfect size to have drinks with friends and colleagues. NB: She's currently working on her cocktail menu,..."
Dieter Swartz
"Absolutely loved this restaurant! Great tasting food and nice and quiet. Perfect for date..."
Palesa Cakwebe
"Would definitely recommend the curry. Lovely flavourful and beautiful presentation. The restaurant has a gentle and graceful..."
Marius “m3rcury2” Erasmus
"It’s a beautiful place, the food from the starter to desert was delicious. Will definitely go there..."
Thandi Nkgodi
"Cozy little restaurant nestled in Beacon Bay. Food was amazing! Best red velvet cake..."
Lucy Frachet
"An absolutely delightful cosy place. Service is excellent. Bulie and the other lady sorry just forgot her name are absolute..."
Vuyelwa Bungane
"Incredible service, the food is delicous and they never leave clients hungry!..."
Ayanna Gazo
"Stunning location and amazing comfortable interior Well priced food and..."
sivuyile matomela
"The food was delicious I enjoyed everything from starter to..."
asive priscilla fanapi
Sanook Eatery
Sanook Eatery
88/100 (5387 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
European
Pizza
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Chicken Stack
Empanadas
Salad
Salty Dog
Churros
Nachos
Cheesecake
Carbonara
Chicken Wings
Deep Fried Oreos
Finding Nemo Tacos
Rockstar Burger with Side Salad
Pull My Pork Tacos
Burger
Pesto
Pizza Parma
Mojito
Breakfast Burger
Olive Oil
Strawberry daiquiri
Jalapeno Poppers
Cocktail
Chorizo Pizza
Beer
Pasta
Pizza
European
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Reservations
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"It's one thing finding a restaurant with good food, and another to find one with great service. But at Sanook-cafe we are always assured of both...."
Adrian Labuschagne
"Best restaurant in el Best service and best food Our favorite place where the food, company and vibe is super awesome Well done Natasha and team..."
Kristy Benito Kreusch
"Had dinner for the first time at your restaurant last night. Absolutely amazing food , wine was great and service was brilliant. I’m from Umhlanga..."
Duane Taylor
"This place is just absolutely amazing, loved the food, the atmosphere. The waitress was absolutely amazing and..."
Zimkita Mabindla
"Had an Awesome Lunch on Thursday...Great Food I must say, Waiter was absolutely Amazing. I don't know when last I have had a Fantastic on point..."
Michael Beckley
"Great service! And the best food i have had.. Never been disapointed eating here. Customer for..."
Mark Clarke
"Fantastic service, friendly welcoming people and most of all delicious food. Thanks for top service..."
Jessica Arendse
"What a night we had... I had the pleasure of going to Sanook last night as we were cerebrating my birthday. On arrival we were greeted with a smile..."
Sibusiso Mkhize
"Good food and good service. Great ambience. The best sangria I have..."
Maggie Rheta Schwagele
"Most incredible food. Amazing atmosphere. We loved our eat out here. Would highly..."
Sinovuyo Asanda Ncanywa
"What a vibe! Beautiful atmosphere, professional & friendly service, scrumptious dishes that are bursting with flavor 😋 Definitely a "must visit"..."
Lwando Mabindla
"Amazing atmosphere and service. Delicious food. Love..."
Christel
"It's always promising when you are greeted friendly and with enthusiasm at a restaurant's door ... as it was at Sanook! The food was delicious and so..."
Corna Wiese (wetanddustyroads.com)
"If you're in the mood for Mexican food then this is the place to be. There is a wide selection of Mexican style dishes that will satisfy most..."
John Thompson
"A great place, with good food and..."
Simamnkele Tshefu
"We had not made a reservation, but the accommodating hostess squeezed my aunt and I in. Service was efficient but not obtrusive. Great ambience. My..."
Sandra Gutierrez
"I loved the food that was served here. Friendly staff and great..."
Juan Reynders
"Okay, this place right here is what you can call a gem!! My word their food is amazing! Service Amazing! They have a variety of everything from..."
Nos K
"It was my birthday on 28 August and they accommodated me last minute which I was very grateful for. Our waiter provided us with fantastic service, he..."
Monique Esau
"If you are looking for tasty & crispy pizza's or freshly made pasta meals then i recommend this restaurant to be added to your bucket list. Each dish..."
Chaz Pagel
"Absolutely loved the food snd setting as a whole. Not my first time going there and I'd pretty much suggest any of the meals anf drinks on the menu,..."
Sinegugu Hlengane
"Amazing atmosphere with the wood burning oven for their pizzas. A bit smoky inside but well worth the visit. Food was delicious. Try their coffee as..."
Johnel Van Staden
"The experience was amazing. The food was good 😊 and the staff are nice and..."
Thato Tsita
"Great menu. Great food. We got our cocktails from another restaurant next door so it's great that they can do..."
Janine Herselman
"Food has been great. I can recommend the flour tacos rather than the corn tacos. Additionally the sticky ribs were very good Additionally the..."
David Kigundu
"Good food. Service was great and food presented very..."
Margaret Rita Kypreos
Grazia Fine Food & Wine
Grazia Fine Food & Wine
87/100 (1324 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Seafood
European
Gluten Free Options
Italian
European
International
Vegetarian Friendly
Seafood
International
Contemporary
Mediterranean
Vegan Options
Contemporary
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Tyrolese Chicken Schnitzel
Rack of Lamb
Oyster
Fresh Oysters
Calamari Rings
Cheesecakes
Calamari
Mussels
Seafood Medley
Lamb
Calamares
Lamb Chops
Pesto
Salmon
Crème Brûlée
Fish
Springbok Carpaccio
Pork
Smoked Salmon Tower
Pork Belly
Prawn curry
Cheesecake
Fillet Camembert
seafood platter
Seafood Platters
Fillet Montagna
Lemon meringue
Corsican Lamb Shank
beef curry
Steak Newberg
Curry
Tbone with Crispy Chips N Salad
Prawns
Pasta
Thai Mussel Pot
Salad
Sit down
Seafood
Mediterranean
International
Italian
European
Contemporary
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Seating
Street Parking
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Waterfront
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Reservations
Accepts Credit Cards
Lunch
Dinner
Fine Dining
"I loved every second spent there. Waitress Zintle gave us best service ever. Food was the best with a beautiful sea..."
Tabisa Papu
"We found this restaurant by chance on the way back to the airport and walked in on a Sunday lunchtime thinking we would not get a table. We had a..."
Caroline Aston-Abbott
"As always they never disappoint. Their meal was awesome. Perfection at its..."
Maeve Lynch Carelse
"The view is amazing and the waiter Leroy was very attentive and catered to our every need.. He came to refill our glasses before we even got a..."
Khanyisa Mabece
"Its a beautiful place 2 b at. Da stuff, food n everything else is jus on..."
Ngwato Moreroa
"Best place to be in East London. The view is to die..."
Sazikazi Mnikina
"We had a lovely meal and it was beautifully presented on the plate,and our waiter was..."
Wendy Payze
"Excellent service and fantastic food. Relaxing and great atmosphere from the second u step in the..."
Niquita Green
"The best food in a very long time.. Ostrich steak was Superb.. thanks to Eric the..."
Desiree Ellis
"The food is amazing! The beautiful view of East London Beach is unparalleled... there's enough safe parking in the premises and out on the side of..."
Mkhonzi Ongena-Title Ka Dlezi
"We make it a must every anniversay to celebrate it at Grazia...The service is incredible amd staff are on the ball and friendly...The food is..."
Sam Birkholtz
"Hubby i n went to Grazia lastnyt for supper, twas amazing thnks guys fr the service and food wise great n the wine was nice hahahahah thanx..."
Ntombo Sandise January Golela
Nando's
Nando's
74/100 (1580 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
European
Portuguese
European
Portuguese
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Full Chicken and Chips and Spinach Salad
Coca cola
Frosted Raspberry Drink
Chicken Wrap and 1 4 Chicken with Green Salad
Grande Salad with Chicken
Fleisch Mit Reis
With Nando's Chips
Original Boujee Bowl
Sit down
European
Portuguese
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Delivery
Takeout
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"No quees and staff is very friendly. I was just passing by from airport to the hotel and bought full chicken lemon and herb flavor. It was the best..."
Salome Tsoeleng
"I was pleasantly surprised by this nandos. I wdnt usually come here because of the location but we had a meeting in the area and I was blown away...."
manisha ramdhin
"Had some good chicken burger, love the pineapple extra and the spicy chips tipped it off just perfectly. Thanks a lot, and will see you soon..."
Duncan Esterhuysen
"The service was great, the food was..."
Thandokazi Zazi
"The place is nice and clean. Excellent customer..."
Zintle Sizani
"I've finally tasted the Nando's chicken and I love it. Nando's is my new favorite..."
Lwando Mtsewu
"The parking space is terrible, bec careful of the attendants and..."
Victor Kobe
"Friendly atmosphere. Staff is always smiling and..."
Bleksley Mokwena
"Friendly staff with a great customer care and smile in their..."
lulekwa siqila
"Best Nandos Food I've had. Hotpot and CasaPap, I had to go again for it, it was that good. Not the cabbage we're being served at other..."
Yandisa Khumla
"The service is quite slow as the restaurant is always having a lot of customers, but the food is always..."
Bucy Dyan
"The service was slow even though it was not..."
Lungi Melane
"I got one of the best service here and it was my first time visiting this Nando's today. The full chicken I bought was so succulent and..."
Bhekani Radebe
"I really enjoyed my self, chicken so juicy and very Tasty..."
OLISAH CHIDI
"Great seat in food place. Forever great service and tasty..."
Phumlani Yamkela Diko
Nando's
Nando's
73/100 (77 ratings)
Restaurants
Fast Food
Fast food
Grill
European
European
Portuguese
Grill
Portuguese
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Chicken Arroz
Garlic bread
Burger
Fries
Ice Cream
Prego Roll with Chips
Hotpot with Spicy Rice Bowl
Pita & Spicy Wedges
Quarter Legs & Spicy Rice
Leche frita
Sit down
Grill
Fast food
European
Portuguese
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Casa Verde
70/100 (5 ratings)
Restaurants
European
Portuguese
European
Portuguese
Sit down
European
Portuguese