TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in South Africa - Updated November 2024

Chateau Gateaux Patisserie

86/100 (793 ratings)

Dessert

Bakeries

Cafe

European

Breakfast

Strawberry Cheesecake

Cheesecakes

Carrot Cake

Cake Tea

Mozart Cake Slice

Cakes

Chocolate Nostalgia

Salted caramel cheesecake

Said Cake

Black forest cake

Later Cake

Southern Red Velvet Cake and Cappuccino

Mozzart Cake

Cheesecake

Café

European

Seating

Wheelchair Accessible

Takeout

Breakfast

Mid-range

"Really really really delicious baked goods and the coffee is revolutionary make sure to get it with coconut milk, you will not go..."

Cole

"I didn’t stay to eat, but the staff was very friendly, they informed me of all the current specials they were running and they got my order ready..."

Neo Ramagaga

"Every week we go to chateau gateaux to try new cakes and all are delicious , you can also order a full cake to take away . Also the croissants are..."

Mel Dep

"Simply put: excellence! Been craving chocolate cake for a while but I don’t like delicacies that are too sweet. This chocolate cake cake..."

Vinolin Naidoo

"Brilliant little spot to grab a slice of cake and a cup of coffee. I had the chocolate mousse cake with a cappachino and it was divine. Will be back..."

Meagan

"decided to get mini cakes instead of one big one for my birthday....my favourite was the chocolate....the crumb had such a nice rich taste....the..."

Tarryn

"My friend and I were craving something sweet so we decide to visit Chateau gateaux. They have a wonderful array of cakes and the overall..."

Gracie Kay

"Mouth watering display of cakes and pastries...absolutely sinful! My favorite is their almond croissant filled with almond butter (yummeee!) and..."

Ashdesai5

"OMG the best cake ever. I am a lover of orange chocolate and their Austrian Chocolate Mousse cake is amazing. It's going to be hard to walk past..."

Carole Craggs

"Lovely cake shop with a wide variety and excellent service. Our favourites are the cheesecakes (lemon and strawberry), cookies and cream and the..."

Nadhiya

"My friend bought me this cake for my birthday...it might have been the best gift I received on the day! Decadent, moist, fresh, dark and sweet it was..."

Sabeeha Dawood

"Love cute cake and coffee places. Generally the name Chateau Gateaux is associated with delicious cakes in a variety of options. My only reason for..."

Fatima Moosa

"My fav place to hang out on Sunday mornings - I was living nearby and I would walk by illovo to enjoy a crispy cool morning with a cup of hot..."

Get In My Belly

"My favourite spot, I enjoy coming here having a cup of coffee & trying a new slice of some cake I had last when I was a child or never even had ever..."

Wayne Henry

"I normally order the big frozen cakes for an occasion so my review is purely based on that because I have not tried their individual options...."

Priya

"These cakes are delicious and wonderfully indulgent! The presentation and styling is tad cheesy, but it's made up for by good quality ingredients and..."

Joash Narainsamy

"Delicious, decadent desserts and fragrant and bold coffee. A lot of variety making it difficult to choose. Tried the passionate lemon cheesecake and..."

Nwsnyman

"At Château Gâteaux, I have found that the phrase "consistency is key" is a phrase that their products are modelled on, from individual cakes to..."

I_Viewfoods

"I have had bought both the black forest and the mozart cake and followed the instructions to thaw it. Both were absolutely delicious. The cherries in..."

Desiree Pillay

"Perfect date with my husband. Cakes are always well worth the cheat day. Cake was fresh and the coffee was beyond amazing. Definitely a hidden..."

Mumtaz Moosa Saley

"I always find that the Chateau Gateaux desserts are easy on the eye. The taste can be better. I had two of my favorites...the Mississippi mud pie and..."

Sharima Bramannan

"What a lovely new york cheesecake with an awesome friend. Such a gem! Treat yourself to a great experience with the best sweet things in a Gauteng,..."

Melissa Claassens

"Such a cute little French patisserie which is a perfect spot to pop into when those Sunday afternoon cake cravings hit.Conveniently..."

Ashley

"25.03.2017 Stopped here to get some indulgent treat's for the family. I was amazed at the variety this small shop has. I was also impressed that they..."

The Food Musketeer

"The staff is helpful and friendly. They have the most divine coffees! I would suggest that you try their passionate lemon cheesecake. You will not be..."

Boitumelo Khunou

"This is the best place to get dessert from in Joburg. Every item is made to look beautiful and the taste is just as amazing. My firm favourites are..."

Zara Khan

"Some really good cakes and a good verity. You can buy full cake or just by the slice. Can't you just make some fresh fruit juice not just the Sir..."

Andries Christine Van Staden

"What's not to like with this french influenced bakery. Firstly the cakes and pastries are to die for. Secondly they make really good coffee. Flat..."

Natalie Lazaris

"I am a sucker for pastries and dessert so any place with a good-looking dessert menu automatically goes on my bookmark list.When we arrived at..."

Courtney StarBerry

"Now I know what the hype is about. Pretty setting, good service and the cakes are consistently the Best I've had, especially the Mozart cake!..."

Foodeater

"Fantastic stop for an early morning coffee. Coffee is divine. Savory pastries are limited but tasty. Probably the best croissants in Johannesburg...."

SamuelandJacinta Pather

"We have tried quite a lot of the cakes and tarts on offer, and have enjoyed all. We have not dined there, so can't comment on service from that..."

Grant & Sam

"My friends bought my birthday cake from this branch and it was absolutely delicious! They got the Walnut Truffle cake and I thoroughly enjoyed it...."

Neelaм

"This is my go-to cake shop. I'm pretty sure this place is what heaven looks like. I'd have to say that walnut truffle cake is my favourite, followed..."

Deepa Daya

"Toffee apple tart: Try it!Ask for extra creamThey also have a full savoury range, the quiches look amazing.******Omg..."

Eve

"My go-to place for cakes and to satisfy any sweet craving. Best New York baked cheesecake, Chocolate volcano, Red Velvet, Carrot Cake and and and...."

Reema Vather

"After a week of craving nothing but carrot cake, I decided to stop by the patisserie I've heard so much about. I went with a friend, Jolene, and we..."

Christiaan Strydom

"We decided to stop here for a cheat treat and we were very impressed. The little shop is very cosy and the cakes on display are beautiful. We had..."

Jolene

"Their mini desserts are presented so beautifully. We grabbed a few after dinner and unfortunately I was disappointed. Some were pretty good and some..."

Jenny Louw

"I can still remember my first experience as I entered the Château Gâteaux Patisserie in Illovo – by accident. My eyes lingered, I had to stop..."

Nabihah Plaatjes

"Such a nice spot to have a coffee and a piece of cake with your friends. It's very centrally and conveniently located in Thrupps Centre in Illovo. It..."

Tiffany

"The cakes were amazing, strawberry cheesecake, Mississippi mud pie chocolate cake and Oreo cake is definitely worth a try! Paired with a nice..."

Kev0's Food Adventures!

"I was spoilt with so many options when choosing an afternoon treat, everything looked delicious.We decided to try the New York baked..."

Chanel Pillay

"Popped into Château Gateaux in Illovo. Having already had my 2 cups of coffee for the day , I tried their steamed chai latte. It was delicious and..."

Francesca Favero

"Great service. Friendly staff. Some yummy treats. Chocolate volcano and the baked cheesecake are recommended. Conveniently located in the Thrupps..."

Marlini

"With perfect sized treats in a wide range you will struggle to choose what to nibble on whilst you enjoy your coffee. I am a little scared I..."

Abi Clark

"Love the cakes on sale here, they are a firm favourite and we come back to order for every birthday or special event. The Mozart cake and the..."

Tam Loves Food

"This place makes the best cakes in Joburg. Small coffee shop with superb cakes. I've tried a few of their cakes, all great but nothing beats their..."

Stefi

"This quaint venue has become synonymous with their decadent Mozart cake. It is absolutely delicious. I've had their sandwiches as well which is..."

NazmiraS

"This place reminds me of patisserie in Paris ,lovely little desserts,tried a croissant which was good,not a big place though,drinks were nothing..."

A Foodie Travels

"Delightful charming coffee spot, loved my chai latte served with a piece of chocolate pretzel, so delicious my friend tried to buy more but they are..."

Annie Hodes

"The most amazing boulangerie en Afrique du sud. Ils offrent un très large choix. ore leurs croissants au chocolat et gâteaux au fromage en banque!..."

Devin Sage

"My go-to birthday cake patisserie that never disappoints. The flavors are exquisite and the service friendly. My family adores the hazelnut gateaux,..."

TheHungryKat

"Magnifique! Delicieux! Je suis amoreuse ❤️ That's about the extent of what I remember of my high school French classes. I do, though, have very..."

KarmaZebra

"This is a sort walk from my office and as a result it has become one of our favourite spots for a celebration.We came to celebrate the..."

Jenna Monteith

"What an absolute delightful experience! This is definitely not a place that you can just walk by and not be tempted by the extraordinary..."

Ebeth

"This is such an awesome bakery/cafe and is usually the best place to grab a dessert or two a day before an event as its frozen so stays fresh. My..."

Yolleen

"One of my favourite patisseries in town. The cheese cakes are my absolute favorite. It's a place I always visit when I'm nearby. Other things I..."

Shane Lin

"Love their Cheese cake and Tiramisu, the black forest was a bit too sweet. Appreciate the take away box divider. Takea away cake is about R27 a piece..."

Kim Chi

"A gem of a spot to get great pastries and amazing cakes for any occasion. Can also sit in and order breakfast and good coffee, as well as add a sweet..."

Anandie

"This is a great little patisserie which serves a wide selection of delicious treats, whether you sit down for a cake and coffee or get a cake for a..."

Karen Saad

"A piece of Paris in the heart of Sandton. You can really order anything on the menu; and it is guaranteed to melt in your mouth and have you coming..."

Elouise Pretorius

"It's desserts are really tasty. I have also enjoyed their Americano coffee. They have quite a lot variety of cakes and desserts. Staff were friendly..."

Kadir

"French flair in South Africa.A great spot to grab a coffee and enjoy some good cake. Still one of my favourite sweet spots. The cakes are really..."

Melissa Marangoh

"When you're just craving something absolutely divine, Chateau Gateaux is where you gotta go. They have every treat you could possibly think up and..."

Maxine Gunzenhauser

"The best place to go and pick up a late birthday cake or for a special occasion. I usually get my B-day delights here , this year went back to get..."

Zaakiyah

"Amazing!! The cakes and pastries? Far too delicious for words... I had a chocolate volcano which was amazing! I love how they have smaller cakes for..."

Marika_Mav

"C'est magnifique! Chateau Gateaux is a perfect little spot for those of you who have a craving for some cake and coffee/tea. I had the privilege of..."

Michael Cloete

"Fabulous patisserie with a huge selection of beautifully crafted, decadent desserts. The Belgica caramel tart was heavenly and the hot mud pudding..."

Foodilicious Escapades By Mia

"It's freezing and raining and that kind of day needs a cheat day,so off we went for some mouth watering desserts. The place was full inside and..."

Natasha Lutz

"The service, first of all, was spectacular and the deserts were absolutely decadent. The two lattes we had was also devine.Would recommend..."

Nadine Le Grange

"Divinely decadent pastries, amazing service and awesome atmosphere! I highly recommend this patisserie to any dessert lover out there. Well worth a..."

Ronel Le Grange

"The cakes are delicious and classic with a twist. If you had to close your eyes and guess what you were eating you'd be there all day, the flavored..."

Carmen

"Today was my first time at this lovely little patisserie! They serve some good coffee and a heavenly selection of pastries and desserts - perfect..."

Anisha Lutchman

"Possibly one of my favourite patisseries in SA. They have a wide selection of cakes and tarts as well as some cafe food if you in the mood for..."

Epicurean Republic

"I love their New York baked cheesecake and the rococo choc and the Mozart and the cookies and cream and lots more! They are pricey but it's worth it..."

Kim

"If you are looking to grab a sweet treat, then I would highly recommend Chateau Gateaux! Not only were their cakes delicious, but also very well..."

Laura Buck

"I can't believe I have never been to Chateau Gateaux before! They have the most delicious cakes especially the double decker chocolate tart! It is..."

Caitlin Hanck

"If Snow White had known about this place she would have declined that rosy red apple in a heart beat..I stopped in for a coffee with..."

Caron Whitfield

"OMG! The best little cakes and tarts in Illovo. Wow. We ordered a variety for a work meeting and we were all blown away. Every little thing tasted..."

Lisa

"Great little patisserie close to home. Serves up good coffee and their pastries are 1st class A+++ best in class. Also bought a verrrry expensive..."

Darryl W

"Going on a 31 day healthy eating plan. It entails no sugar in my diet so naturally I had to have my last purge. Had the cookies and cream cake as..."

Middleclassconcerns

"The coffee here is delicious! The pastries and cakes are fresh, and just mouthwatering. This place is perfect for a quick coffee stop if you're in..."

Cherice Whewell

"Let's sum this up in one word : DECADENT!!! Always good, brilliant value for money. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable And it's easy and..."

Jill Okkers

"A very quaint little place with quite a large selection of cakes and other sweets. I think I must have walked up and down for about five minutes..."

Asian Foodie

"A wide and impressive range of delicious delicacies🍰 absolutely rich in flavour and very worth waking up early and getting out of bed for a..."

Ridhwaanah

"This place is a gem. The cakes are delicious. Try the Mozart cake it's absolutely heaven! Eat there and take away. I try visit as often as I can...."

Lisa

"Chateau Gateaux is an amazing patisserie in the heart of illovo. The mozzart cake is simply amazing and the picasso cake is like a real piece of art!..."

Mahdiya Mia

"As the name would suggest, Chateau Gateaux, is a little European styled bakery and tea room. You order beautiful little cakes and desserts from the..."

Christine M

"A colleague from work bought a cake from here and shared it with us for his birthday. Absolutely delectible. A wonderful cake. Rich chocolate that..."

Mandisa

"My husband bought this carrot cake for my birthday It is so delicious and not too sweet . I would like to try other cakes as..."

EJ

"Chateau Gateaux is cake heaven. To spoil yourself or the one you love on any special day definitely visit this place or order from Uber Eats. OMG!!!..."

Jacob Makgato

"Lovely spot. Friendly staff. Cakes are divine, especially the baked cheesecake in centre of red velvet..."

Franklin Legend TV

"A wide variety of delicious and unusual cakes. One of the few places in Joburg where you can get Mozart..."

Tony Manavalan

"Friendly staff. Wide selection of cakes, very yummy too. Great..."

Luka Bajic

"I'm obsessed with their cakes. They've become cakes for every single birthday in our family. Had a cake date with some friends on a Sunday afternoon..."

Basetsana Moreki

"Great cakes, and friendly staff. Their coffee is average, which places it high above a Wimpy coffee..."

Danie De Beer

"Unbelievable and Super delicious!! A must try Mozart Cake Frappe and Chickpea hummus boureka, you cant go wrong!! Excellent Staff, pls maintain the..."

Simran lamba

"This place is so quiet and peaceful! Their cakes are amazing. I went there last time but the cakes were still a bt frozen but the waiter informed us..."

Lailah Ahmed

"The cakes here are out if this world, whenever I think of cake, this is the only place I think of, they have ruined my enjoyment of cake from other..."

Masindi Muvhali

"Whenever l think of coffee & cake ... l think of Chateau Gateaux !!! Best 👌 cakes..."

linda Lee

"Delicious! Delicious! Delicious! And such friendly service too I had to look around and remind myself that I'm still in Joburg. What a pleasant..."

Quincy

"Lovely place, so pretty with the tastiest cakes and..."

Faiza Mallick

"I ordered via Uber Eats I do not believe how delicious the salted caramel cheesecake is😭😍I will definitely spoil myself once a week, my new..."

Winnie Nkosi

"Walking into this store felt like dying and waking up in cake heaven! It reminded of the boutique chocolatiers I've been accustomed to from living in..."

Simamkele Madikane

Mr. George

86/100 (6531 ratings)

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"Great food and service. Best meal we have had in a long time. Fantastic atmosphere in a very relaxed restaurant. We went with family from Sydney...."

Ronald Levy

"Its no longer jbs corner its called George now Cand they try add a variety..."

Tsholofelo Lesego Makgeledise

"The atmosphere definitely adds to the rating, it’s very sophisticated but homely, the staff is friendly. Went there for a breakfast and another..."

Loveroffood

"Service great, buzzy restaurant with a modern vibe. Portions are generous and tasty. Well situated, great to place to eat on a night out with..."

Little Miss Rabbit 🐇

"First of all, I love JB’s corner in Sandton. So I had really high expectations. And Melrose was even better especially because of the location and..."

Sean William

"Our go to for delicious salads, which hit the spot every time. And these are half portions, perfect when paired with a nice Chardonnay and some..."

Heidi Bantam

"Always the best service! The sushi menu is much better than the Sandton JB’s. Affordable and great size sushi! Yummy platter and..."

Azra Karim

"I had the Hot Pot Penne Bake Pasta with the JB's Appletizer Mojito. I honestly enjoyed my meal. It was served hot, the cheese melted in your mouth..."

Gontse

"This place makes the best strawberry shortcake sangria and the food is delish! With great portion sizes and admirable service! The staff is friendly..."

TheGirlWithTheBlueHair

"I was very impressed with JB’s corner. FoodWe ordered some sushi and the chicken prego. The sushi was unbelievably good, with a..."

Matt Roos

"Pretty as a picture ! This is the 4x4 no.2 meal. I love the variety on the menu - but not so much that most items come in portions of 8. The tempura..."

Sushi-Sue

"Im sitting here after my Bacon and Egg burger wondering would i order that again? Yes! It was great and the cocktail to top it off. What a way to..."

Bryanston Boytjie 💪

"JB’s is that perfect all rounder. With something for everyone, and everything being delicious it’s a great option when going out with a group or..."

Deon Louw

"Brought my friend along. Had very good pasta and burger. The coctails still need a bit of improvement. Got served by a big short waitress who seemed..."

Jerome Taylor

"Top Class- need to stock up on some Gorgonzola Cheese I really like the new menu as it's has pretty much everything and don't specialise in..."

Paul Habib III

"The food and cocktails were amazing! I had ribs and chips - amazing! My mother had schnitzel- more amazing! And the men had burgers which looked the..."

#rateaplate

"Great experience. Excellent recommendation from the waiter Ashley. Their burgers are simply the best. The 30 min wait was worth it. Will do it..."

Jerome Taylor

"Meetings, meetings, meetings. The only place in Melrose Arch that serves amazing coffee, cocktails & sushi while your meetings take place...."

Nolene Du Preez

"My favorite place. You'll see me once in 10 days surely. I really don't have to say more. Must have the Pesto pasta in penne, my wife loves the..."

Hitesh

"What a great experience. The vibe was awesome. The staff is friendly and always checking up to see if you are still happy and OH MY WORD the food was..."

Stevenalexkarr

"JBs corner has a nice vibe to it. Service was excellent, I did not expect to unearth amazing pizzas here. Pleasantly surprised and I am heading back..."

Grayson Vadival

"Always loved their cajun chicken salad, and hands down to their sweet sesame chicken salad too! Lovely service, good cocktails, bustling vibe! Thank..."

Talia Lee Cohen

"We went for a work lunch to JBs Corner (14people) and had the most wonderful time. The food is great, the nachos in particular are awesome and their..."

Jessica Armstrong

"Whether it's a cold day and I've Popped in for a coffee, or sitting down for a warm lunch. This place doesn't disappoint. jBs is in my good books...."

Jacqueline De Sousa

"One of my favourite corners of Joburg. Melrose Arch is a beautiful place to visit alone, but when you sit at JB's enjoying one of their..."

Foodie And The Feast

"Great service with attentive staff. Lovely vibe for any occasion. Definitely a place I could go to at least once a week. Their rainbow cake is the..."

Sibusiso Radebe

"You would think it be empty for a Sunday but nope it was packed which was great gave the place a lively vibe. Service was good, food was absolutely..."

Silindile Mncwabe

"This rating is for their sushi platters. Amaaaazing and delicious. Been back a few times for these. Pricey but worth it. Was a friends birthday and..."

Sana

"JB's Corner: We had been here for our 3rd Month Anniversary lunch. This place has a warm vibe and is usually crowded during the weekends. I love..."

Swetha Suneja

"10 years ago I said Jb's Corner made the best burgers in town. I stick to that statement today. They make the BEST burgers!!!!They win..."

Laura Broccardo

"Not my favourite place but hey - for the sake of Zomato, I'll make the concession. It's very noisy, the tables are squashed together and it attracts..."

Jill Nudelman

"Boi do I love this place. Went to the one in Sandton mall with 2 friends, I found it a bit difficult to choose what I wanted to eat so I had some..."

Kadija Di Allo

"My partner & I came on a relaxed Sunday mid-morning. He enjoyed a well-prepped breakkie & I had a fillet steak. I requested medium done but it was a..."

Amanda Ngcobo

"Amazing lunch spot! Good vibey ambiance. Had a fantastic time with friends..Great service, friendly staff! Amazing food and perfect seating...."

Kelly Steenberg

"This is the first time I've been to.this branch in years. I was quite disappointed with the lack of vegetarian options. I ended up trying 'The Blues'..."

Deepa Daya

"JB's Corner stays a winner! I have only been to the one in Sandton and was very keen to try this one. It certainly didn't disappoint. The space is..."

James Marsh

"Been coming here for years , the food is always exceptionally tasty , burgers I rate as one of the top in town , pasta and salads are excellent ,..."

Russel Roth

"Happy start to a new year! 👌Four of us had an awesome New years pre-celebration here at JB's!The vibe is so welcoming & the décor is..."

Angie

"The service, food and vibe are all good!! I have always been a fan of JBs. On this occasion we went for a friend's birthday brunch and the meal..."

Dani Kofsky

"Lindt Chocolate Brownies! I first fell in love with them at this particular JB's, 8 years ago, when I was on my first real date with my now husband!..."

Nabihah Plaatjes

"I've only been at this JB's twice and I've only ever been here for drinks. I like the setting here more than the others because this one is more..."

Jolene

"Lovely warm feeling to the restaurant. Additionally they have an easy pick up and go process for takeaways. So you call to place your order..."

Chanel Pillay

"Jb's Corner in Melrose is a popular choice for business folk during the week and it can be difficult getting a table at meal times. Luckily, as its..."

Bridget Meyer

"Went to JBs yesterday (30 October 2016) for a friends birthday lunch. The service was really good and really friendly.The food..."

Tiffany

"You have to make a reservation if you wish to get a table here ! Take a side walk table.their cheesy bacon fries are very good. their cocktails are..."

Eve

"Recently went with my son for quick breakfast and then decided to take my in-laws, nephew & his partner who rave about the salads .. They have..."

Sally Downie

"JB's is a great place for some drinks. Their cocktails are delicious and priced well. The food is quite good, I especially enjoy the nibbles and..."

Jenny Louw

"This is one of my favourite restaurants in Joburg and is a great choice for a brwakfast, lunch or dinner venue. The range on the menu is quite..."

Jarred Michael Bell

"JBs is my regular spot. Every single dish you order at JBS is brilliant and you can order just about anything. This is my go to spot for something..."

Kyla Meyerson

"Always excellent and has a great variety! Caters to my healthy needs, that's for sure. Try their roasted butternut as a side order and their sushi..."

Healthy Heart

"A great place for after work drinks and a good bite. Apparently the place to be with electric charging parkings for fancy cars right at its..."

Marie

"Atmosphere: outdoorsy chill spot, popular in both the winter and summer months. Great location in Melrose Arch for meeting up with friends for a..."

NazmiraS

"Jb's corner is a lovely choice of restaurant at Melrose arch. I ordered their chai latte and it was delicious. For food I decided on the chicken and..."

Francesca Favero

"Now apparently this is the place to be. Very busy and very popular in the Melrose arch area. Food is good and good quick service. Can move in and get..."

Andries Christine Van Staden

"The atmosphere at JB's is lively, making it a great meeting place. It’s consistently good and extremely popular and while you may have to wait for..."

Nishela Ramgoolam

"So that was probably the best prawn tempura Iv had. I'll give them that sushi !! I often come to jbs and that was unreal! I sat at the bar; this is..."

Yair Bisno

"This place is always packed. During summer, its great to sit outside and watch the energy around you whilst in winter, there's very limited warmth...."

Rea Realm

"Always loved this place for its location at Melrose Arch given it's an up market styling for a drink and quick meal occasion. This JBs franchise is..."

Amit Govind

"Simply love this place. Their service is great and friendly. It is hard to find a better eggs benedict than the one they make. Their cappuccinos are..."

Willem Du Plessis

"JB's has never failed me. There's nothing to fault about this place. We got there and it was FULL but they assured us 20 minutes and within 20..."

Zama Sand

"This establishment has been around for years. It's consistent and the food has always been tasty. Big portions and good flavor. The service is..."

Natalie Lazaris

"Ate at JB Corner Melrose Arch, the food quality was not as great as the last time I visited, but it's still an awesome restaurant - Ended the meal..."

Cavalli & Caviar

"What awesome pizza's!! We randomly decided to pop in on a Friday night and found JB's to be warm and the staff super friendly and helpful...."

Megan Fisher

"Great location with a good mixed crowd. A variety of foods are available and the sushi is the best. Really recommended for just a few drinks after..."

Sean Bacher

"This place is really starting to grow on me. I always judge a place by its versatile environment. Can you have a quiet romantic dinner here? Yes. Can..."

Kurt Baden Cairns

"JBs is situated in a great location They have increased their prices quite a bit.I preferred their previous menu before they..."

Dean Jared Sacher

"Always good service, a good crowd/vibe, good food (great pizza, grain-free salads and chicken breasts) and yummy coffee. I come here often and always..."

Smelly Celly

"JB's offers big portions, great food, friendly staff and really fast service. They've got a 'beach body eating' and an extensive salad..."

HungryLamb

"No matter when you go to JB's corner, you're almost sure you will have a great time. I have been many times - breakfasts, dinners, drinks, lunch, and..."

Dinika Singh

"A lovely central place to meet friends, lovely pavement vibe with seating both inside and out, the food and service are superb and it is a highly..."

Annie Hodes

"Melrose Arch has a great vibe and JBs is always busy regardless of the time of day. The chicken breasts were good and the service is good overall. If..."

Bleedingears

"Loved the aesthetic of this place, the design was quite memorable. It is advisable to make a reservation or get there early because it does get quite..."

Junior

"My all time favourite JB's! the vibe, the interior and... yes!- even the corner on which this classy eat-good-feel-good establishment rests on is..."

Philisiwe Mahlangu

"Great place for dinner, good portions and good options. Breakfast is very average. I had the egg's Benedict. Couldn't taste the ham at all and the..."

Ian Burrows

"Lovely day out in jhb and went to Melrose Arch to get some lunch. JBs has a great location (get to see the fancy cars going up and down). I got the..."

Shilan Govender

"This is the closest JB's to me, however I always find myself at the Sandton branch. My brother introduced me to this restaurant a few years ago, he..."

Nkateko Nkuna

"JB's Corner is a great place to pop in for a quick lunch or Friday/ month end drinks and sundowners. We were in between meetings in the..."

Vivien Natasen

"Afternoon rain and traffic last night meant the I would be home too late to prepare my own meal but that's just another excuse to eat out. Decided on..."

Xoliswa Mdladlamba

"Such a delicious restuarant for sushi Went there yesterday for lunch and had a freezo and the vegetarian sushi platter both were delicious and..."

Dani

"Sunday lunch @ Melrose arch was great👌 beautiful environment with a busy trendy bustling vibe. Awesome food & great service too. Will definitely..."

Lebohang

"I have visited JB'S many times and tried various dishes and am never disappointed.... this evening I ate the peri peri grilled chicken breast with..."

Santham Naicker

"Had an amazing lunch with fantastic service. When my steak was a little less than rare our waiter insisted on taking it back and bringing me a rare..."

Jo Tonks Bishop

"Came here for lunch. As usual the food was excellent and the portions huge. Waitress was friendly and the food of a very high standard. Point taken..."

Natasha Lutz

"It took me about 30 minutes to decide what I wanted to eat. The menu is extensive and really caters for every type of neo dietary re-invention..."

Cimone Jae

"One of the great restaurants at Melrose. The food is great esp the pesto pasta . Service is good , although you're likely to be given more attention..."

Nikita Daya

"This is a great spot for us to visit as a family because the menu offers a decent number of vegetarian options. Last night we were a large table of..."

Jaynisha Patel

"Spontaneous little date night with the boyfriend and JBS was just the best 👍 We stopper for dessert and coffee and it was more than a pleasant..."

Nicola Fox

"Been here numerous times since they opened. Tried many different items on the menu. Definitely recommend their breakfasts! My absolute favourite on..."

Cassi Ozen

"Lovely location in one of the most lively places. The place is busy often, even till late. The food is good, and service is prompt. I liked their..."

Imtiaz Ahmad

"JB's caters for absolutely everyone! I find it amazing how this restaurant has such a wide selection of dishes and manages to deliver every single..."

The Big Mouth

"Went here for a few drinks after work but we ended up getting pizza (& other delicious snacks) The vibe is so great you literally don't want to go..."

KaySoo Mosopa

"One of the pinnacle corners of Melrose Arch is JB's corner, a place where businessmen can do business over coffee, friends can catch up over a snack..."

Matthew Kanniah

"I went there for dinner 3 weeks ago. I ordered the Combo sushi platter and although it looked measly, it was so filling that I didn't have any room..."

Andrea Altgayer

"I have eaten at this establishment on a number of occasions and each time I have found it excellent in all respects food , service and decor . The..."

John

"Fantastic vibe on a Friday✔️ Attentive manager ✔️ Fresh Sushi ✔️ We ordered the Deep Fried Roll and the Shrimp Tempura and it..."

Inge Nefdt

"This place is amazing I really wonder why I always pass here the food is so yummy and the customer service is great and I'm actually enjoying the..."

Carol Ceecee Phakade

"We had a quick family dinner. Excellent service , good wine list and great food. The menu is huge with lots of options for vegetarians and..."

Nicky Godwin

"Whether I'm stopping by for a breakfast on the run, meeting up with a friend for a lovely lunch in the sun, or meeting my entire extended family for..."

Likecaramel

"Having visited this JB's a good few times, I've never had a bad meal. Their prices are competitive and their portions pretty decent. The waiting..."

Jade Roberts

"Went to JBs tonight to watch the rugby. Perfect view of the screen. The manager was very happy to move our table so we could get a better view. Had..."

Sharima Bramannan

"A firm favorite in and around Johannesburg. We went for sushi and cocktails and were not disappointed. Sitting under the summer night sky,..."

Jill Okkers

"Massive fan of their Red velvet cake above all! Wonderful relaxed atmosphere. Had dinner with my friends and would definitely recommend it to..."

Michelle

"Thank you for making our stay an awesome one! We had great food and good service!!! We really enjoyed ourselves and loved the atmosphere and vibe of..."

Kgadi

"Absolutely love this spot! The vibe is fantastic. Was super impressed with the menu and all the vegan friendly options. Great service, lovely food,..."

Maria Kalymnios

"JB's Corner has become a tradition for a bunch of the varsity girls and we use almost anything as an excuse to go there. Our most commonly used..."

Nikki Alice

"Oh my word came here for my birthday and it was absolutely fantastic.. the moment we walked in the friendliness and the warmth of the staff was..."

Cecilia

"Service was on top form today. I was a bit disappointed with my order today. The butternut side that came with the grilled calamari was literally..."

Georgina Katz

"Are we in Europe or Joburg? Absolutely love everything about this place! From the delicious menu, that supplies a health foodie with all the goodness..."

Bianca Schulz

"Location (5/5) , Ambience (4/5) , Food(5/5) , Service (5/5)Melrose Arch is an amazing place with multiple choices of great restaurants...."

Guruprit

"When I think JB's corner, I think burgers. The best burgers! And until my most recent meal there I have only ever chosen the burgers. This time I..."

Lauren Frade

"Excellent, quick and friendly service combined with a vast and delicious menu make this a great place for casual meetings or nice meals with friends...."

Zoe Hawkins

"Mushroom burger is divine! Lindt chocolate brownie also fabulous. Good service, good prices, good vibe, nothing but good feedback from me. Nice..."

MJ

"The best of the JB's franchises. While identical menu to Sandton, the service is on a different level. Managements/staff exceptionally friendly and..."

JR

"This restaurant is very popular and often full on weekends. Great place to sit outdoors in summer. The menu offers a wide selection of good foods...."

Travis

"What I love most about the JB's franchise is their consistency. I've been to both the Melrose Arch and Sandton City branches on countless occasions..."

Thirusha Reddy

"This has a wonderful atmosphere and it's a great place to go for a casual and healthy meal. Their menu has so much choice, something for everyone...."

Michelle Levy

"JB's has been an old friend of mine, but it was a first at the Melrose Arch one. I expected a bit more from this one, but the service was a bit poor...."

Ieatjozi

"JB's is consistently good across the board which is super impressive for a restaurant that is as busy as they are. The service is aways fantastic &..."

TheJoburgFoodie

"JB's Corner is the go-to restaurant for any occasion at any meal time. The menu has a wide variety of healthy options, the portions are huge,..."

Lynzi Bee

"Well established venue in Melrose Arch that is definitely a great spot to enjoy a Friday evening dinner. We had the Sweet Potato & Chicken..."

Matthew Alford

"If i had to pick, id definitely choose this one over Sandton..they get the sushi so right..as well as the amazing rainbow cake 😋😋😋😋 i..."

Sbusi Dlamini

"A favourite for years! Great to sit inside or outside, you can view all the happenings of Melrose Arch. Have to try their Lindt chocolate..."

Jozi Poppy

"One of the top restaurants in SA, have been going for years , always exceptional food and service , their salads are outstanding , no other..."

Helga De Vasconcelos Sarria

"The food is amazing from breakfast to dinner. The waiters are friendly. The portions are very generous sometimes even overwhelming. There a lot of..."

Tshepi M

"In my opinion this is the best JB's Corner in the country , always top class service, amazing food which will satisfy everyone craving from food to..."

Tony Pearce

"We went to Soweto for a concert and we slept at the Protea hotel unfortunately we slept in and missed the continental breakfast so we ended roaming..."

Divine Rakau

"MUCH better than the Sandton JB's. Great cocktails, service isn't bad either. Food was great and desserts looked awesome but we were too full to..."

JR

"I can't deny it!!! My love for this specific location is true... From the amazing service, to the yummy treats! I think I'm in love 😍😍😍!..."

Portia

"Always a pleasant experience. The food is consistently great, the service is efficient and the staff are always friendly and willing to assist!..."

Jessica-Mary Kuzlo

"Great for brunching 😊 had a lovely brunch with a friend here over the weekend. Loving the Melrose arch vibe, and JB's isn't too close to the..."

Karin Victor

"JB has some good food. They offer a wide variety. It's close to the gym and actually very good for some healthy eating too. It is a bit noisy if you..."

Thys Geldenhuys

"This is my resident carrot cake and cocktails joint on Sundays. Hmm besides that, brownies are gpooooooood!! I haven't been here in a..."

Heena Ramjee

"I love this spot. The atmosphere is always lively, no matter which day of the week. They have such a great selection of salads, sandwiches and now a..."

Zara Abdulla

"A Bit pricey but consistent good food at both the Sandton and Melrose Arch branches. I've noticed that portion sizes are larger at lunch than supper,..."

Neelaм

"If you are in the mood for some good old fashion burger and chips, look no further. Great burger joint overlooking the streets of melrose arch...."

Philip Goosen

"Today i had brunch with a friend at this branch. I am use to the sandton city one which i kinda have a liking towards. Inside this one..."

The Food Musketeer

"I went with my friend visiting from Australia to this beautiful venue and I must say I was highly impressed as was she. Our waitress Nokz was so..."

Jackie De Boer

"Best burgers in Johannesburg never been disappointed! Many different types of dishes to choose from. Alot of vegetarian options. Stunning cakes and..."

Michelle Lee Pieterse

"I really like JB's Corner , they make amazing food and the money is well worth it. What ever you order here will taste great. What keeps me coming..."

Tshego Makoe

"Brilliant cheese burger. Never ordered anything else because it's so good! And the salt caramel peanut milkshake. The service is also so friendly and..."

SianWhitney

"JB's Corner is one of those restaurants which is unlikely to ever let you down. My first time at JB's Corner was nearly 10 years ago - a recent trip..."

Christine M

"I love this restaurant, they definitely need a bigger space. Always busy and full, irs understandable cause the food is delucious portions are very..."

Maimoona Sheila Omuabor

"Came here for breakfast. A large and very diverse breakfast menu with plenty of healthy options - my kind of breakfast menu. Portion sizes are VERY..."

Jacqueline Koch

"Great venue. Nice outside area. I had the lamb burger which I thought was fantastic. Fries are nice and crispy. Service was a little delayed which is..."

Chris Ballie Yannakakis

"Nice ambiance. Good brownie dessert. Wings were good, sushi was good. Waitresses were nice. Prices are on the expensive side but comparable to the..."

Chrissy P

"The burgers and sushi platters are so good! Tasted both he skinny fries and the sweet potatoes fries and they were great. Took a while for the food..."

Rich Torlage

"JB's Corner in Melrose Arch has a very casual ambience, and a large menu with lots of variety. It gets very busy on the weekends but the service is..."

Lauras World

"I really like this JB's Corner. The service was great and timely, and the waiters were really friendly and open. The location is also pretty..."

Balungile

"Love love love the sweet potato fries, they are different & absolutely delicious. They are very generous with their portions, huge, value for money...."

Sharon Mj Manyike

"Really enjoy this restaurant. It has a nice vibe to it but you will have to book especially on weekends. Only eaten here twice and both times I had..."

Hana

"The glory that is Jbs corner Melrose.....food , drinks, ambience and service 10/10 , these guys have mastered the art of being..."

Andile Coffy Magiba

"Now this is the place to have lunch when catching up with an old friend. The vibe...service and food are conversation friendly...could sit there form..."

Reneè K

"Another wonderful staple for me and the family to go to- seriously if my parents could have shares in this place they would! The only reason it isn't..."

Alexis Assimacopoulos

"Even though it's a chain, but really guys - what isn't a chain in SA these days... I digress. It's one of my favourite places to have a chilled..."

TheOne

"Nice new healthy options on the menu. Really good poached eggs and staff that are awesome. Management is very hands on and it shows! Lots of variety..."

Wendi Kark

"Lovely atmosphere, good service, veg stir fry was a good sized portion 2 people can share. It was tasty but not necessarily something that I would..."

Nazira Hoosen

"This Jbs is nice. They make really good cakes. It's great to go here for dinner, lunch or coffee. There is a nice ambiance. It's always busy..."

Jozie Foodie

"JBs corner has a great vibe and is usually quite busy, for good reason of course! My girlfriend swears by their strawberry daiquiris!..."

Bradley Streak

"Had a quick dinner at JBs last night. Place was very busy but found a table and service was prompt. Really enjoyed the selection of craft beers. Had..."

JC

"*** Late Review *** September ReviewGrabbed a take away pizza and salad from their awesome drive through service! Can't rave more how..."

Garth Balabanoff

"If you want one of the best salads around, you have to try JB'S. Their salad are amazing and great value for money. Two of my favourites are the..."

St. John Leech

"Food has been good at every visit. The Prego chicken burger is delicious, simple and tender. Sweet potato crisps are an amazing alternative to the..."

Bhavesh

"The food is really good. They have an extensive menu which usually worries me because I always wonder how they can keep everything fresh. But it is..."

Michelle

"Awesome place. great location, great food!! wonderful location. Staff are helpful. Nice for an evening night out with friends. Gets very..."

Mandisa

"Amazing..."

Michelle Papavarnavas

"Consistantly good meals at relatively high prices but definately worth trying. This place is very good for couples, family, friends, functions, and..."

Gary Greenberg

"Service excellent. cosy atmosphere. we had sushi which was good, but not extraordinary. definitely will go there again and try their burgers, they..."

Da Moase

"I went to JB's corner on Saturday morning, I loved the vibe of the restaurant, not like your usual décor, it has a cute wall that looks like a..."

Micaela Lo Russo

"Reasonably priced (with a few exceptions). High quality food, great staff. Good lunch spot for during the week. Burgers are top..."

Invalidusername

"Always good quality food, large portions and reasonably priced for the amount of food you do get - which I can never finish. It's great for a lunch..."

Tanja Horn

"Love this place for lunch, even in Winter. The decor is chic and the service amazing. Love the pizza's and salads! Awesome chilled vibe at the..."

Amy Rusike

"This is my favourite JB's. The setting is beautiful, the staff are lovely and the food is reasonably priced; and you have the option of sitting..."

Natalie Katz

"Great vibe and centrally located. Love the Prego..."

Connie Perumal

"Peanut butter chicken burger? It is actually pretty good, a bit sweet but overall enjoyable. The slim sweet potato chips are very tasty. Great..."

Dean Gatinho

"Melrose Arch is awesome at night, especially on the weekends. Lots of restaurants, lots of people, lots of energy. JB's corner is a great option for..."

Justin Doshi

"One of the best burgers around.They also make a good breakfast.The service is also always good.This is a really good place for..."

Jason Campbell

"Lovely, relaxing afternoon spent here with my bestie :)Food was amazing!Two thumbs..."

Palesa

"The JB's in Melrose Arch is usually extremely busy. But if you do manage to get a table, it's a great lunch spot. The salads are fantastic (but..."

Aliaksandra

"With out doubt my favorite JB's ! Always an awesome party like vibe at Melrose Arch ! Service is ok thought when busy it can deteriorate ! Menu has a..."

The Foodie

"Best Blondie omelette and iced coffee! Love the decor! Wish i cld hve breakfast there..."

Carla Orr

"JB's Corner is great, salads are amazing and the breakfasts are really good, we have been there several times and never been disappointed and the..."

Michelle

"I always enjoy going the JB’s. The perfect place to meet a friend for after work cocktails. Service can be a little slow and food can take a..."

Yolandi

"Restaurants that are part of a franchise generally have to work harder to stand out and make me want to come back for more. Melrose Arch is not one..."

Blue-genie

"For lunch, I've only ever ordered one item off the menu at JB's Corner - the cheese burger. If you are craving a great burger, a few beers and a..."

Jonathan Bown

"This original landmark of Melrose Arch has become quite an establishment for informal or business lunches as well as weekend brunches and late..."

The SA Food Guru

"Awesome place love it so much..."

Deborah Essien

"This JB's Corner gets very noisy over the weekend and during the usual meal-times. I usually go when it's a little bit quieter so I can enjoy my meal..."

Zaheda

"The food at JB's is great value for money, big portions with the option of super sizing. The desserts are delicious too. The atmosphere of Melrose..."

Rebecca Franks

"The brownies here were among the best in Johannesburg. In 2010 they would serve them 3 on one plate as a serving. they now serve 2 on a plate with..."

Zaahirah Bhamjee

"JB's Corner has a fantastic menu - a huge variety of great-tasting food and generous portions. There are also some nice cocktails.The vibe and..."

Martha Van Zyl

"I enjoy having brunch at JB's Corner as it a lot quieter than the rest of the day.Their Nutella French Toast is a favorite of mine...."

Hasina Gori

"So after hearing a lot of good feedback from friends regarding JB's Corner in Melrose I decided to go and check it out. My friend and I went on a..."

Yusuf Dangor

"Been to JB's corner couple of times - once for lunch and once for drinks.They have a good collection of drinks and snacks. Nachos..."

Unknown Foodie

"A great spot for lunch, situated in the 'hustle and bustle' of Melrose Arch. Menu has a large variety of options, including gluten-free or low GI..."

Nafisa Akabor

"The menu is quite varied and has something for everyone, from a polenta vege stack to brioche french toast, pizzas (with gluten free option) and..."

Faranaaz

"Always get a good "medium" burger in fact always get a nice plate of food, also fun sitting outside having sundowners watching the arseholes revving..."

Philip Duffy

"The sushi tastes delicious especially the crunchy prawn rolls and the SUV combo. The ribs were okay, not the best but okay. The prawn curry was nice..."

Nonny Masango

"This place was great, very chilled and nice environment and the setting is very good. We had a very friendly waitress take care of us for the..."

olance gemini mkhize

"Tried the French dip sandwich. Beef fillet was tender and the dipping sauce was rich and full of flavor. The rest of the group had the sushi, poke..."

Waseem Samsodien

"Second time going to this restaurant. The staff is amazing. There’s no way you will leave without giving someone a tip. The food is amazing. The..."

Sihle Lutya

"Fantastic place for warm sunny days to eat great food outdoors. Great..."

MJ D

"Wow! Never been disappointed by the food, service or atmosphere. The manager Nishal is amazing along with his remarkable staff. Salmon..."

Nalini Wolaganandan

"Faultless experience from the warm welcome to attentive service and great food at affordable prices. We enjoyed a delicious hummus starter and..."

Peter Tobin

"Thank you so much to gwembetsha for your kind services. Food is really very high quality in..."

Ali Suhail

"Excellent service, the waiters are very friendly. We enjoyed the food, unfortunately the veggie burger was out of stock. The price is a bit high but..."

Gavin Hsiao-Ying Kung

"The sushi was smaller than I thought it would be, but it was tasty. One of the best mocktails I've ever..."

Bongiwe Nyembe

"I went there for dinner on a quiet Sunday afternoon. Food was superb and the service was great. I was with a group of 6 people and we got the..."

Tony

"My mother and I had a delightful evening at Mr George’s on Saturday night. They managed to squeeze us in at 8pm. We had a table inside and the..."

Jessica Bushell

"Went with a friend for dinner and thoroughly enjoyed the food and experience! The manager was attentive, informative, and had great suggestions. Our..."

Lakisha Nicole

"Allll there food was amazing!!! We will be back!!! How do you get a pizza base like that, best..."

Deon van Aarde

"This curry is so delicious!! My colleague said the salmon very tasty and cooked exactly right to keep it moist and flavorful. Really nice place with..."

Paul Drew

"Outstanding serivce, food tastes like heaven. My wife said that was the best poke bowl shes ever eaten..."

Rafael Yuri

"There are many restaurants in Melrose but I chose Mr George for experience ,it was a good choice indeed ,I loved..."

Khethiwe Matiti

"This is a brilliant restaurant that serves very good quality food in an upmarket setting at the popular Melrose Arch. They have a diverse menu..."

Mark Stillerman

"Great place to come get a quick bite to eat or to come with colleagues or friends for a nice chilled meal I've eaten here several times and the food..."

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