TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in South Africa - Updated November 2024

The Schwarma Co

86/100 (3600 ratings)

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Shawarma

Hot Beef on Rye

Kabobs

Marrow Bones on Toast

Beef

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Halloumi

Chicken Shawarma Plate

Mint Tea

Lamb

Hummus and Pita Bread

Cappuccino

Salad

Falafel Platter

Shakshuka

Fillet Steaks

Halva

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Turkish coffee

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Chichen Shawarma

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Ice Cream -Sq

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Shawarma on a Plate

Lamb Shwarma on a Platter

Falafel

Eggplant Aubergine and Pickles Salad

Burger

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Middle Eastern

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"Had my birthday � dinner there. Had an awesome time with great food. Yes the food takes a while to get to you but i guesa it was because it was..."

Aisha Bujal

"I really enjoyed the food and De environment. The..."

Oniccah Matlapeng

"Amazing range and quality..."

Nikunj Shah

"Best hummus South of the..."

Budd Margolis

"I love this place for the great service, amazing food and even amazinger lemonade. I had the falafel on pita and it was to die for. The fillings are..."

Bongiwe Nyambi

"The ribs were absolutely amazing! They were without a doubt the best ribs I’ve had in a long time and I would return indefinitely just to have..."

Brittany Smith

"These guys make the best beef ribs and schwarmas!!! I’d go every week at least twice if I could afford to... the atmosphere is always friendly and..."

Zenzile Khumalo

"I always have delicious food here. They have a wide variety of options for vegans too.The quality and taste is consistent. The service is..."

Neo Leoka

"Best beef ribs in the city. Falls off the bone, sticky bbq marinade, generous portions and more-ish. The chips are also so yum and you can tell..."

Lutfiyyawaja

"Definitely of the best Schwarma's in Joburg! I found it cute that they had a little shop by the entrance and it blended in perfectly with the..."

Zain And Faye

"The Schwarma Co. serves one of Joburg's best scwharmas and falafels. They have a great range of fresh salads and as well as freshly prepared humus...."

Kimson Chan

"I live in the UK and now visiting family in Jhb and first place we headed to was The Schwarma Co and food as fabulous as always. Best schwarma's..."

Rholda Leff

"The Schwarma co has the best schwarmas, laffas etc in Johannesburg. This place is always busy. Their food is so delicious and they use quality..."

Ramani

"After hearing so many people rave about the Schwarma Co., I finally got to try it out. The food was absolutely delicious, I ordered the lamb schwarma..."

Lisa Lumley

"Just love this place! Awesome place to sit and have food with friends and family. Good food. Good staff.Since i am a vegetarian i always have..."

Ankita Jain

"Such passionate people work here. The passion most definitely shows in their food. The place is always busy and I completely understand why. It’s..."

Radha Chhita-Nathoo

"This place is like our second home. Every week we undoubtedly grab either a lamb schwarma with all the toppings or the perfectly basted beef ribs,..."

Maria

"Unbelievable. It's not surprising this place has been so busy for such a long time now. The food is incredible and fast. The service is friendly and..."

Adam

"My favourite Schwarma, never dissapoints! Have been frequenting this spot for a couple of months now and can't stop coming back, they really are..."

Marco Olevano

"The food is delicious, it has a different middle eastern flavour. was not disappointed with the service. It is quite busy but it had a nice vibe to..."

Shàmai-Sassy Khan

"One of the best spots in jhb both for food and service. Falafel, Kebabs and Burgers are all really excellent. Best salad bar in jhb. Highly..."

Mohammed J

"Absolutely great burgers. Absolutely great burgers.Absolutely great burgers.Absolutely great burgers.Absolutely great burgers.Absolutely great..."

Mr. Family Man

"If anyone can get high on eating falafel, it's me! I'm from the Middle East born and raised and this sort of food as my best friend loves to say is..."

Shekinah Pereira

"This is definitely one of our local favourites. Have lost count at the amount of times we've been, and counting. The hummus is the best in Jozi, and..."

Kristy Prevette

"Love this place the food Is great and alway fresh The portions are huge great value for money service is good the restaurant has a nice chilled..."

Malcolmarchary811@yahoo.com

"Lovely fresh restuarant. Gets busy during the week. Had 2 falafels which were yum. Ordered a Schwarma, originally wanted a normal beef but they..."

Meagan

"A taste of the Middle East in the north of Johannesburg, the flavors are wholesome and delicious. Fresh salads to accompany their famous schwarmas..."

Azrah Kadwa

"Awesome place for a Schwarma. Excellent service with well-trained, friendly staff and the food is absolutely divine... A must-try spot of you're in..."

Chwaro Moroka

"We have always had great food and excellent service here. A real neighborhood eatery where everyone looks like a regular (they probably are!). Staff..."

Melshocked

"Best schwarma you could ask for. There are so many choices and the food is really good. The service and atmosphere in the restaurant aren't too bad..."

Gergana Young

"Lovely place with a really nice upstairs open area that looks over Grant Avenue. Really great food. Portion sizes are massive and the quality of..."

Alexandra Gascoigne

"I have read that Schwarma Co is one of best places to get schwarma in Johannesburg and I was in the area and decided to pop in .Like a Anat style..."

A Foodie Travels

"I was at the Schwarma Co a couple of days ago! Definitely not my first time, one of my favourite places for a schwarma or laffa in JHB. I have been a..."

Tiffany

"2 days in a row...I really enjoy this place. I'm almost certain that they have the best falafels in Jhb - I had the falafel pita 2 days in a row - I..."

Fareed Hare

"I've been eating at The Schwarma Co. for as long as I can remember. The food is of great quality and the relatively recent renovation has served the..."

Jess Abrams

"Delicious array of all things Middle Eastern with a lively vibe and welcoming, helpful staff. I had the falafel Laffa and my partner had the lamb..."

Abigail Keene

"Amazing food, amazing quality, amazing quantity, awesome fresh ingredients! Lamb Laffa is a winner ! Probably one of the best restaurants I’ve been..."

Sashin Naidoo

"AMAZEBALLS. This is has become my favourite haunt. Food is fresh and tasty. Had the lamb shawarma, was not disappointed. Only negative is that the..."

The Great Diner

"This was the first time visit for #KevFabFood and after rave reviews I was excited to try the legendary restaurant. It did not disappoint - service..."

Kevin Barrie Levy

"Best restaurant in JHB - super friendly owners and staff. As for the food - huge portions full of flavor. Try go there at least twice a day!!!..."

Brett Martin

"Loved the atmosphere and food. Service was a bit of a struggle, had to get up and wave and call everytime we wanted to order something. We were..."

BobMali

"The best shwarma and falafel around! Their selection of sides is heavenly. Portion sizes are massive and will have you asking for a take away box -..."

Robyn Hewitt

"Schwarma co offers the best variety of salads and sauces for pitas and laffas. All the good stuff, and it really is good,great falafel and everything..."

Saul Ben Smith

"I finally made it back to Schwarma Co.! It's been a while but I managed to nab a date night at this quaint and homely little spot in Norwood. They're..."

Akira Wing

"This place can be busy and the service slow. I've had really dry tasteless chicken shawarma but somehow we always return. It's very relaxed and..."

Jill Nudelman

"I grew up with this place. My favourite is the Chicken Schnitzel schwarma. I have yet to find a better place. Although now it's always full..."

Melissa Cowan

"I'm rating this place solely on their falafel which was by far the best I've ever had. What a gem hidden in Norwood. I'll definitely be coming..."

Nadia Myburgh

"I feel like the last foodie in jhb to try this place out. I heard many praises, with a couple of people telling me that this is their favourite..."

Sharima Bramannan

"What's better on a rainy day than a packed full of flavour shawarma? We received great service, promptly seated and served drinks. A quick look..."

Esther Shaidi

"Has been one of my favorites for years - it may be a Schwarma place, but the huge, meaty beef ribs will blow your mind! A great place to sit or for..."

David

"By far the best Schwarma and falafel in town!! Also, amazing burgers ! Quick and friendly service is the norm. The vibe, even when you're just..."

Rudi Rudes Deetlifs

"Schwarma Co is a great restaurant that has tip-top service and food. I've been there several times, and have had many pleasant experiences. My..."

Natalia Bonegio

"Real good and tasty food. Try the beef ribs its very yummy. Will definitely try the schwarma next time. May be a bit pricey for some. Will be..."

Johann & Limari

"Went with work colleagues to this place, I wasn't very excited - turns out the food here is great! The lamb is served in a massive wrap, had hummus,..."

Bianca

"Was very satisfied with my meal. I had the falafel and it was hands down the best I've ever had. They had an amazing selection of extras that were..."

Richard Hall

"30.09.2016 Finally made my way here after continuously hearing good things. Luckily it wasn't as busy when I arrived to order takeaways. Ordered a..."

The Food Musketeer

"Always a safe bet opting for dinner here. Good idea to book in advance so you can get a table upstairs as it's always busy. The falafel is..."

Tasmika Amin

"Definitely one of my favorite places to come for lunch. The food is always fresh and tasty. You definitely get your value for money as portion sizes..."

Miguel Dos Santos

"What a great little discovery, courtesy of a friend. A group of us popped in for dinner last night, and I was really blown away by the quality of the..."

Heather Hook

"Great for lunches or quick takeaways Try the half haloumi half lamb Laffa - it's amazingThere's a wide selection of snacks daily, take your..."

Elize Cloete

"Great food and great vibe. Huge portions though. Opted for the lamb schwarma and chips. Was a huge portion and very filling. Next time will skip the..."

Zakiyya Cassimjee

"I haven't been to Schwarma Company in ages so we decided to come by for lunch and it was as good as ever. Absolute best schwarmas I've had outside of..."

Emily Smith

"Delicious schwarmas, authentic cuisine and a good vibe! Around the table we tried lamb and chicken schwarmas and they were all met with..."

GiaCostella

"Was here the other night and I went with what I always get, the lamb laffa. The portion size is awesome with a generous amount of lamb. I love being..."

Daniel France

"I haven't been here for awhile but it is noticeably a regular for most people who love a laffa or a pita. Baby chicken and ribs are also delicious...."

Alan Pio

"Schwarma Co never disappoints when it comes to tasty food. A good spot for a quick bite to eat in a relaxed environment. The chicken laffa is so..."

Lauren Hargreaves

"Best schwarmas in jozi! Had the beef in a laffa and was very impressed. Love that there are a huge variety of salads to choose from. Portion was a..."

Francesca Favero

"A great place for a quick catch up with all the friends. A bit messy to eat but totally worth it in the end. Amazing schwarmas and laffas with..."

Harshika Shantilal

"The best part about having the Schwarma Co on our doorstep is that every Mediterranean craving is cured in a matter of minutes. Although their..."

YUM

"I decided to meet my friend here for lunch the other day and it was honestly such a great dining experience. When you walk in you are greeted by..."

Samantha Spiro

"What a cool place , great choice of salads , portions are real big but bit pricy . They state it is the best schwarma in jhb and I tend to agree ...."

Chris De Beer

"Quality authentic Middle-Eastern cuisine. Bubbly atmosphere, good service and delicious range of food! Unreal hummus, it's all you need to order...."

Daniel Sussman

"Best lamb Schwarma is South Africa. Just a little disappointing that they do not serve pork. If you are in the mood for a Schwarma, give it a try. ..."

Adriaan Wepener

"Nice vibe and amazing food their shwarma's are the best I've ever had. A plus for this restaurant is the ribs and burgers and steaks are extremely..."

Octavia Venables

"Great place and great vibe! Really brings together people from different scopes of jhb- from the high spenders to the average joe- shwarma company..."

Shaneil Moodley

"Great food, staff and atmosphere. We went as a group for lunch and thoroughly enjoyed it. The homemade lemonade is amazing and so refreshing without..."

Rachel Bright

"By far the best schwarmas and laffas around. Portions are big enough to share. Quite reasonably priced. With so many fresh, healthy and tasty..."

Nishela Ramgoolam

"One of my favourite post-gym eateries (had to throw that in there :-) )It is in the middle of a busy street in Norwood and you can easily..."

Andre John Van Niekerk

"We always order their food through Mr. Delivery.They are one of our favorites!Food is always clean, fresh and really good! Salads,..."

Michelle

"One of my favourite places! Their food is delicious, it doesn't matter what you order. Whenever we can't decide where to go for lunch or dinner,..."

FoodloverJHB

"A visit to shwarma Co is a bit other wordly. Are you in Europe, the middle east or Norwood? A meeting place for many, the restaurant buzzes all day..."

Bridget

"This popular middle eastern restaurant has been the hype of Grant Ave in Norwood for as long as I can remember. They are notorious for their..."

The SA Food Guru

"This place buzzes and is always jam packed and you will know why the moment you have eaten there, schwarmas to die for and they have a kosher meat..."

Annie Hodes

"Jeez Shwarma Co. I got a takeaway chicken salad. It's big enough to feed an army. Looks like you guys put a whole chicken in here. The avo is a nice..."

Tal Even-Tov

"This place is great for a Sunday lunch. A variety of fresh salads to fill your shawarma with and their hummus is absolutely great. Te prices aren't..."

Jenny Louw

"My husband and I have been going to this restaurant for years and one of its best kept secrets is most definitely their RIBS! Order the 1kg..."

HungryLamb

"Came here for my birthday dinner to celebrate. Schwarma Co never disappoints. It was quite full as it was a Friday night but the service was good..."

Olive Faye Liwanag

"Best places I love to go and have a great meal !!! - stunning ambience and always busy - food is excellent and friendly staff… The place to be…a..."

Jenny Eksteen

"Nowhere like it in South Africa. Excellent service and incredible food. Do not leave Johannesburg without visiting..."

Courtney Thatcher

"Best area for us 😊. It's much quieter and secluded enough to have a private moment with the best service. Hint: They are generous with their..."

Rhulani Shingwenyana

"Food is extremely good, tasty and fresh. Never disappoints! A firm favourite. Everything in this menu is good and tastes like it should. What makes..."

Buyisiwe Shongwe

"Nice place. Especially upper floor outside area is nice. Main speciality is Schwarma. Parking spaces around is available. Also available to buy some..."

bora diz

"Food is good but no pictures, so you not really sure what you are buying. I recommend choosing platter over pita, yes its..."

Nicholas Du Preez

"Amazingly fresh and tasty food. Design your own schwarma or choose items from the menu. A delicious variety to choose..."

Tyron Reid-Robertson

"Very good, authentic flavours of fresh food, fresh squeezed juices. Busy lively area, with parking on busy road..."

Tatyana Jhagaroo

"I have been coming here since I was a kid and I have to say the food never fails to amaze. Whether you are a diehard carnivore or a vegetarian/..."

Gabriel Kaplan

"The food is really fantastic. Very authentic and tastes homemade. Service is alright, we were left unattended for around 15min before we had our..."

Marco Taylor-Poverello

"Best restaurant in the area and has been for my whole life. Highly recommend the skinny lamb chops, laffas & falafel - though it seems you absolutely..."

Esmé Thornhill-Davis

"This place is amazing. Service is excellent. The ribs are the best, and they don't skimp on the meat in the Schwarma. Some places you play find the..."

Alexa Von Ruben

"A long time established eatery, freshly made salads and pitas. Special menu always interesting feasts. Now serving breakfasts. The Ziva is..."

Adina Bregman

"The best Mediterranean food in Johannesburg, I think! :) The halloumi and falafel are perfect for the vegetarians. There's a good variety of options..."

Chiraag Kathawaroo

"Their food is always tasty and well worth it . Great place to spend time with friends and enjoy a tasty meal..."

Wilhelm Van Niekerk

"Always fresh and tasty food. Good ambient and service. Also they have smoking area outside upper floor on the..."

Milan Pilipovic

Teta Mari

86/100 (1452 ratings)

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"If I could I give five Michelin stars to this restaurant ! The food is great! Excellent service! amazing place!..."

Meiran Hemo

"Thank you! The food was so delicious!!!! I definitely recommend this..."

Tammy Sham Sadie

"Dianne is so friendly and service orientated. Best "home-made" type food in..."

Jackie Budler

"Delicious food and good service from Thato. Will definitely be..."

Bianca Candace Mudaly

"Always great food and the best strawberry milkshakes in the city. Great service..."

Garth James

"Absolutely delicious quality food. I love Teta..."

Kerry Nash

"Serving Middle Eastern,American food is Teta Mari in Illovo .I had a chicken laffa here for brunch ,it was really filling .The hummus is delicious..."

A Foodie Travels

"An interesting menu of different cuisines, mainly American, Middle Eastern (a theme we stuck to) and Mediterranean. Sitting inside as to enjoy their..."

Anthea Chittenden

"My absolute favorite place for a quick lunch. My partner and I have been here multiple times and always get the same thing - the hot dog! Tasty..."

Jakki Bousfield

"I love this place! The food is always fresh and flavorful. The serving sizes are HUGE way more than I can ever finish. I went with two friends they..."

Louise

"Teta Mari was a great find for me some two weeks ago - never knew it existed up that driveway at Illovo Square. Food is fantastic!! Middle..."

Sally Gallagher

"Most amazing wrap/Laffa!! Had the chicken the first time, went back a 2nd time and ordered the lamb and chicken😋,didn’t disappoint. Quite pricey..."

Nobuhle

"I really enjoyed the food and ambience at this place. Service was excellent too. Had the build it yourself shawarma. It was really good, and also the..."

Martin Sox

"Came to Teta Mari looking for a slice of cheesecake after reading that theirs is one of the best in Johannesburg. The service was prompt and..."

Palesa Molingoane

"A very cute place hidden in the back routes of Illovo. The decoration is amazing and the service is pretty good.Their portions are really..."

Junior

"Yummy authentic middle eastern food. Service was good and pricing average. Shakshuka was good. Cheesecake delicious. Think latke and shwarmas. Turkey..."

Saltnsas

"Cute little cafe situated off Harries Road and overlooking Illovo Square parking lot. Menu comprises mostly of sandwiches, rolls and shawarmas with..."

Bridget Meyer

"The best chocolate cake and schwarmas in town!! Service is great, the staff is super friendly and not shy to offer wine 😁 one of my favourite..."

Base Morekure

"I used Teta Mari for a function of mine. The food was amazing. Service was top class and the food was great tasting.Thank you to the team who made me..."

Estelle Snyman

"Enjoyed a delicious shawarma in pita here - tried both the lamb and the chicken, and both were very good. The pita bread was delectably fresh and the..."

Chennay Jordaan

"Still the best Shawarma in Jozi! Freshest Humus, Tachina and delish meat always cooked perfectly! Love this place...never a disappointing meal, must..."

Kazaya Jalim

"The best shwarma's in town, loved the deconstructed lamb shwarma. Unfortunately wasn't a big fan of the fish cakes. However chocolate cake to end..."

Maria Mallick

"fantastic food and gorgeous atmosphere! great tasting Israeli food, authentic with a modern twist. The meat is of exceptional quality and not fatty..."

Melissa Marengo

"I'm a professional baker and I know good food and this is good food.I haven't had a bad experience here. The waiters are attentive and already..."

Sapir

"When I saw the episode of man finds food on Teta Mari I knew I had to eat here. I WAS BLOWN AWAY.As an Israeli, who knows Israeli food,..."

Meiran

"Delicious salmon with a crisp and fresh salad. Nothing better on a hot summers day. Healthy tip: ditch the salad dressing for balsamic and olive..."

Healthy Heart

"Visited this pretty little restaurant for lunch. We tried the hake & salmon fish cakes for R145. I thought it expensive as it's a combination of..."

Sam

"I travel from Bryanston to this restaurant often, it is worth it! The food is delicious, the service is great and prices are reasonable - this is a..."

Mike Rundle

"Had an absolutely delicious Rueben-style sandwich from Tera Mari. Ordered through Ubereats and I'm quite chuffed at the quality! Will order again..."

Clayman

"Deliciousness all around, that is all I can say. Perfect place for lunch during the week or on a large you Saturday. The homemade Hummous is worth..."

Natalie Lazaris

"Tucked away behind Illovo Square, this little deli restaurant serves up delicious middle Eastern food and great coffee.The Shawarmas were great..."

Ashley

"What an amazing little place! I came across Teta Mari while browsing the Hidden Gems collection on Zomato for a cute Sunday brunch with girlfriends..."

Fareeah

"Oh I love eating at this little hidden deli. @tetamari by illovo. The food was awesome. I love eating the Reuben's special #brisket on rye...."

Your Taste Buds

"One of our favourite "destination" restaurants when the craving for delicious middle eastern food hits. The lamb schwarma on a plate is heavenly. The..."

Moira

"I LOVE LOVE LOVE Teta Mari. I highly recommend the fish cakes - they are honestly the best I have had in my life. Have them with the Israeli..."

Lauren Leigh

"Had a lovely lunch with my girlfriends on Saturday. The deconstructed pita was amazing. Had one with Falafels and it was delicious. Would've have..."

Preetika.jasmath

"Had a lovely lunch with a few of my friends today. The service was amazing and the food was really nice. Didn't realise how busy the restaurant..."

Tiffany

"Love this place! True gem! Great atmosphere, food is fresh and well presented, service is good and the cakes are simply to die for! Great spot for..."

Sugar & Spice

"A very pleasant venue to indulge on excellent food. Great care and attention to detail is applied to what becomes well cooked and well presented..."

Mr T-Bone

"Hidden at the back of Illovo square on the street side corner you will find this cute spot. Arrived just prior to closing time on Sat afternoon...."

Irfaan

"I definitely enjoyed the experience of this restaurant: bustling and friendly in atmosphere with stylish, tasteful decor. Unfortunately my chicken..."

Jenna Monteith

"My first time at this charming restaurant and I wish I'd come sooner! There were so many things I wanted to try on the menu but I eventually..."

Julia Louise Domanski

"Teta Mari is a great lunch spot. A true gem. Lovely atmosphere. Food style is Mediterranean / NY deli. Mouth-watering deconstructed shawarmas,..."

Nishela Ramgoolam

"Met a friend for lunch at Teta Mari recently. It's a great little spot to meet for lunch. Nice decor and fresh food and drinks. The menu is slightly..."

Claire Wiggill

"My wife and I found this little café after being referred to it by some friends. Boy are we glad we went!My wife is a vegetarian and found a number..."

Liron Gilhar

"Oh yes. This is it, this is MY place. 5 days a week, this is home. The ambiance, the Coffee and the FOOD. I am magically transported from illovo to..."

Lee G

"Had an awesome lunch here on Friday! My chocolate milkshake was to die for! I ate a very tasty rump prego roll. It was a proper rump steak in a fresh..."

Caitlin Hanck

"There's nothing quite like a generous and delicious cappuccino to lift your spirits. Teta Mari surprised me with one of the most tasty..."

Michael Cloete

"I went to Teta Mari based on a review I read about there awesome burgers. And they were awesome...fresh ingredients combined to make a favourful..."

Sharima Bramannan

"Having valiantly and constantly failed in my search for seriously good Middle Eastern Cuisine in JHB, I was extremely stoked to have found Teta Mari-..."

BT

"This cute little cafe is beautifully decorated and the service is excellent. I couldn't decide what to get as so many things looked yummy. Ended up..."

Ria Fraser @CityFlavours

"A great casual place with good quality food. Fabulous hotdogs and prego rolls to keep the kids happy, as well a delicious food for the parents...."

Christine Clark

"Really great shwarma both lamb & turkey. Service is great. Great experience all around. One of the best place for a diverse menu from middle..."

Manavalan Tony

"Teta Mari- a little gem in the heart of Illovo. The menu is simple yet has something to offer for everyone. I have been to Teta Mari on numerous..."

Sivan Weinberg

"Seems like a nice Sunday family place. We had the shawarma on a plate(both falafel and halloumi ). All the items were really fresh and tasty. The..."

Kev

"Popped into this charming restaurant for lunch, it was so nice to sit outside in the summer weather! I had the open shawarma chicken pita and my..."

Julia Kaleta

"Flavours of the Middle East and America served in a relaxed, family-run eatery, Teta Mari in Illovo is the place for delicious, fuss-free food, best..."

Lauren Van Zyl

"Enjoyed a scrumptious lunch at Teta Mari, and was lucky enough to spend a few mins with Sandy and her beautiful daughter. I really love intimate..."

Pearl Shongwe

"Had a really lovely meal here and great service! We had not booked for lunch, and it was a Sunday, but they still made a plan to accommodate us. Had..."

Nicoletta Maraschin

"The first and most important thing that needs to be said about Teta Mari is that they have THE BEST CHEESECAKE in Jo-burg. It is hands down the most..."

Aliaksandra

"Delicious food the deconstructed schwarma was amazing! Good service, friendly with yummy food to top. Little hidden gem that I highly recommend for..."

Noni Demetriou

"Simple but fantastic menu! This is not fine dining, but doesn't attempt to be. This is good wholesome food served in small restaurant with great..."

Duncan Clark

"Teta Mari is a great lunch spot tucked away from the hustle of Rosebank and Sandton. On a sunny day, grab one of the outside tables if you can get a..."

David Leibowitz

"With it's great big Reuben sandwiches and delightful decor, Teta Mari is evocative of New York diners, Sunday lunches with friends, and good times...."

Jian Reis

"What a lovely find for a lazy Sunday lunch. The menu is extensive and covers some Mediterranean and Jewish favourites. The hotdog was lovely, potato..."

Meg Pascoe

"Eaten at this little hidden gem on a few occasions and it is consistently good. The menu has a middle eastern flavour and v authentic and tasty...."

Leigh Dermick

"Great cafe with delicious middle-eastern cuisines.We went to Teta Mari on a lovely Sunday afternoon, it's not in the busiest part of the..."

Merelda

"I decided to finally take my dad to Teta Mari for Father's Day and I must say that it was a lovely experience! I had a chicken breast sandwich with..."

Ariane Frydman

"The location makes for a nice, cosy setting which lends itself best to a brunch or lunch. they offer various deli specific treats from Israel...."

Mmule

"A sweet and wonderful little Israeli restaurant tucked away behind Illovo Square. Went for breakfast which was delicious and didn't disappoint...."

Stacy

"Good food but wine is expensive. Consistently delicious schwarmas and cakes. Lovely atmosphere and friendly helpful honest waiters. An absolute..."

Steenkamp.jaco

"What an excellent find! Without a doubt the best falafel, hummus and tahini I've ever had... Can't wait to go back! Try a cinnamon bun too..."

Grant Gardner

"This Israeli inspired restaurant is the a lovely little spot that is hidden away at the back of Illovo Square. I had heard good things about their..."

CaraLee

"My partner and I just recently tried this restaurant for breakfast. My dish of poached eggs in a chili/coriander tomato sauce was delicious as was my..."

Alison Milton

"The service at this restaurant was good, friendly staff who paid attention as to what I felt like eating. I ordered the shawarma on plate, was a..."

Gerald Jacob

"I cannot attest to the atmosphere as it was 11am on a Monday. I am busy dying of man flu and my powers of observation are somewhat limited, as I..."

Mike Rosholt

"Excellent Israeli and Jewish food. Well presented, great service, great vibe for a weekend lunch. Definitely will return. ..."

Mike Fisher

"The greatest Israeli food around! The Hummis im Basar is fantastic. Love the service and the atmosphere is amazing. What a great experience at Teta..."

Alexkattan93

"Great food, great service, best way to start a Saturday! Highly recommended the shakshuka breakfast as an alternative , but the traditional English..."

Marina Loubser

"Meal: Lunch. What a fun find! Vibey enthusiastic service and beautifully presented Middle Eastern and American deli type fare. My Kouftekas were..."

Stephanie Martinis

"The food is delicious. I had the on brisket on rye and loved it!! Even the side coleslaw and potato salad is full of flavour. Be warned though, it is..."

Travis

"Truly a hidden gem, many favorites here, top three - the tuna salad from the deli fridge, traditional breakfast (Best in jhb) or the peri-peri fillet..."

Daniel Bernic

"I love Teta Mari- in an area inundated with foodie places and good restaurants, this is really the most impressive. It reminds me a lot of Raphael..."

Alexis Assimacopoulos

"Had a delicious breakfast at Teta Mari yesterday for a friend's 17th birthday. It was almost impossible to choose what to have as the menu is full of..."

Becca Millard

"This is a beautiful restaurant based on Israeli food that is packed with flavours. This is not your predictable shuvama thats for sure. It doesn't..."

Bianca

"What a cute little restaurant to go to, the service was impeccable and the food was outstanding, not only did it taste amazing it was presented..."

Roxy Bruinenberg

"Teta Mari is such a gorgeous Israeli restaurant tucked away in Illovo square. The food is memorising, the vibe is laid back and the service is..."

Natalie Katz

"This has to be one of the best local restaurants in the area. These guys pack flavour into every bite. The meatballs are a taste sensation with..."

Philip The Foodie

"An early breakfast at this hidden gem. The menu is refreshingly different for the run of the mill breakfast spots. A blend of Middle Eastern and..."

David Smythe

"Had such a lovely experience this morning, so glad we were way too early for the Eyetek appointment. The early cuppa and unplanned delicious cake..."

Madaleine Dick

"Amazing Middle Eastern food and great vegetarian options. We loved the deconstructed falafel..."

Aviva

"I like cheesecake and generally with cream as they mostly come a little dry. The cheesecake here was exceptional. Moist and creamy. Really was..."

ian nettleton

"Combination of different tastes from the Middle East and Eastern Europe. Great for catching up with old friends and family. Tip: Try their delicious..."

Mas Tyali

"Good value for money. The food was delicious, service perfect and ambience..."

Dominic Ribeiro

"Simply delicious, well presented and flavorful food - a must to try. Friendly and professional..."

Natalie Anne Anderson

"We had the delicious hot dogs, tasted great just like the good old days. The potato salad side was also superb. Highly..."

Ivan Levinrad

"Mediterranean and eastern love on a plate. From cheesecake to olives. A Joburg..."

Carel Scheepers

"My favorite spot for great coffee and excellent..."

Mike Judin

"Extensive menu, offering really interesting dishes. Have never had a bad meal here and am often surprised. Their chicken schnitzel salad, for..."

Akhia Andersson

"This place was so amazing. The food tasted as great as it looked. The vibe is really a chilled one. I would definitely recommend for people who..."

Lutho Gwanya

"Very friendly staff Helpful with meal choice Food..."

Gary Fouche

"Absolutely loved our breakfast here. I have passed it by for years.. so glad we went in..."

Graham Johnson

"My absolute MOST favorite restaurant in Joburg!!! When I'm home, I try to stick to a Sunday afternoon ritual of taking the Sunday Times to read (and..."

Michael Rea

"Great mediterranean food, beautifully arranged. If you like shawarma or traditional Jewish food, this is the place to come. There is also secure..."

Mart7na

"Delightful venue. Great friendly, efficient staff. Such a peaceful, quiet atmosphere even though it was..."

Pedro Rodrigues

"Good lunch spot, pleasant service, great steak sandwich! Recommend it to any group and duet wanting a relaxed, tasty time out tucked away behind the..."

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