TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in South Africa - Updated November 2024

"Cafe del sol is my go to for genuinely always good fine dining food. The dishes are always fantastic and tasty. The ambience is modern and clean. The..."

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Chris

"08/07/16Grillhouse is a solid choice if you're looking for a great steakhouse with consistently good food and service. The restaurant setting is..."

HungryLamb

Plaka Restaurant Cresta

88/100 (1855 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Stunning hidden restaurant. Very friendly staff with a lot of knowledge on food. We always just order tapas/starters because they make each one..."

Vera Khumalo

"We visit this place Friday night. Very cozy and neat. Friendly waiter that serve us, food delicious just a little bit..."

Tienie Koekemoer

"Plaka has the ability to slowly entice you just by looking at it! Everything from the minimal bohemian decor, to the Mediterranean vibes oozing out..."

Lifestyle By Princess

"Impressive and deserved a thumb-up. The dishes we ordered were all delicious and tasty, the whole fish, fish n chips, griled calamari, grilled..."

Wenny Peng

"Love this restaurant! It has a homely feel and atmosphere. It's a great place to break bread with family and business associates. There is no WiFi..."

Jacob Makgato

"The food is great here, really tasty and the staff is super friendly. Had a great time with great service even though the place was packed. If you do..."

Neil Hogg

"Really enjoyed the food and drinks here, the service is amazing and the manager makes sure the customers are happy with their order. Perfect place..."

Zezethu Dlanga

"Fresh, tasty food served by friendly staff. Enjoyed every bit of my..."

Taskeen Asmal

"Very clean. The ambiance is heavenly making it glorious to dine in. I guess you can never go wrong with white color for decor. If you visited them..."

Justin Mushawatu

"Excellent service, friendly staff..... Exceptional food!! Will definitely be..."

Nikki Turetz

Trumps Grillhouse And Butchery

88/100 (13291 ratings)

Traditional Greek Salad

Pork BBQ Ribs with Chicken Wings

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"I've taken my niece there 3 years in a row for her birthday, she's 10 this year. She's always gotten free ice cream as a treat for her special day...."

Nthabi Phoofolo

"Good service, food was good too, nothing to write home about but good nonetheless. Rather a noisy environment which could make conversations..."

Ross A'Bear

"One of the best Salmons I have had. It would have been better if it wasn’t frozen before! Great staff and ambiance! I look forward to coming back...."

Mphoentle Plaatjie

"Good food, good atmosphere, super friendly staff. Reasonable budget and you get your money's worth. +-R500 for two people. I would definitely go..."

Trevor Nkuna

"Best steaks in South Africa. Amazing location with some world class service with a smile. Highly recommended if you looking for a excellent..."

Greg Sean Leslie

"Pork ribs(bbq sauce) and prawns combo is a winner. Juicy and tender. Although the prawns where a but over cooked bit still enjoyed it. I had half..."

Louisa Ferry Dayot

"Trumps has a reputation for their steak and services and thats what brought us there.Each one of us ordered a different part of steak: T-bone,..."

Blue Jiay

"Very friendly service, staff always greets you with a smile even when the place is very full they will make a plan for you.The food is..."

Bond James

"All round superb restaurant. Definitely my go to steak house in Joburg. My favorite is the 700g T-bone 😍 impossible to finish , but super..."

Chelsea Geswint

"The steak was amazing perfectly cooked and with a free bottle of wine , a must visit if you’re in joberg and also special discounts if you are a..."

Elhaam Shaikh

" I hve been coming to this restro for last 6 years, i must say every single penny spending here is worth it .The food is delicious , selection..."

Romi Patwal

"Possibly the best steak I’ve ever had!!! Great service and the food is AMAZING!!! Love everything about this restaurant!! Come here a lot with..."

Kristen Joseph

"Went with some colleagues after a conference. From the moment we walked we greated with enthuasim. We were seated rather quickly considering there..."

Cynthia

"Even though I previously had an average experience at Trumps (service and food wise), I decided to give it another chance this weekend and was..."

Calories-Inn🐷

"Great meal, beautiful ambience and friendly service. I’m a great lover of steak, this was by far one of the best steaks I’ve ever had. I’ll be..."

Sivene

"Oh wow 🤗 I love it, the food was amazing and oh service was excellent. Me and my friend enjoyed ourselves. The food was beyond our expectations..."

Keletso Moshape

"Had an overall amazing experience. As we arrived to a packed Wednesday evening , we we're welcomed and seated immediately. The service was amazing as..."

Olivia Clunie

"Good craft beer to pair with an extra crispy eisbein... excellent restaurant for good meat. Always busy but of my favorites in Johannesburg and the..."

Ricardo Flores

"My second visit at Trumps , I must say I never get disappointed...They bar one milkshakes are delicious , I had the ribs and wings , which were tasty..."

Mash

"Good steak selections, pretty cool restaurant set up. Has a killer patio that makes for indoor outdoor dining that's divine.Will definitely..."

Reginald B.

"Went there on a birthday lunch from office.. I liked the Ostrich steaks.. cooked till perfection.. the best ostrich steaks I have ever tried.. like..."

Alok Patro

"I decided to pay a visit to this prestigious restaurant on a Saturday afternoon...I've heard the steak was one of the best in the country so I..."

Mahesh Redhi

"Was part of a crazy bunch that went to Trumps and did not order steak. We had the ribs, chorizo and calamari with chorizo starters. All were super..."

Fuzzy Lojic

"Such a lovely atmosphere with very simple but inviting decor. We did go on Mother's Day so it was extremely busy and the waiters weren't as..."

Amanda Layton

"One of the gold class restaurants on the square. Great Steaks and decent veg options too. I liked their Ostrich and Springbok items more than the..."

Chalapathi Rao Immidi

"This place is jusssss awesome...... It's a place is u cum with frnds specially..... Very friendly atmosphere , lovely staff and above all the food..."

Kunal Singh

"Had an awesome experience here last night with my friends- a bit pricey but well worth it. We had to wait like 20 mins for a table but they gave..."

Emmanuel Matsi

"I went there just before midday and the place was nice and quiet. the service was excellent, the waiting staff was very attentive and attended to our..."

Hazel Moyo

"This week, we finally made it to Trumps Grillhouse and Butchery, which is surprising because it was first opened on the square in..."

Lauras World

"After being assured this place has nothing to do with a certain child in chief bigot, I decided to try it out. I've never had springbok before and..."

Hungry Ronin

"Trumps is iconic on the square, we have been going here for years.Service is always on point, the vegetarian option is quite large for a grill..."

Pashnee Naidoo

"The tables were small but the quality of the food made up ! The portions were generous, very well priced and delicious, definitely worth a..."

Princess Niritika

"Sunday lunch at Trumps was good. Classic grillhouse feel with leather chairs, white linens and dark woods. Place is very busy and we managed to get..."

Sesh

"What an outstanding experience. The steaks were deliciously decadent and the sauces were fabulous! Definitely try the Trumps Tiki drink... amazing..."

Jessica Schwartzman

"22.02.2018 Friends and I wanted a light dinner before movies, and even though it was packed a table had just become available so it was perfect..."

The Food Musketeer

"Well it was a fine sunny Saturday, when the need for a good meal was needed. Decided to pass through Trumps! Indeed I did not expect to be..."

Kwangu Mashumba

"Do You Love Meat??Are you always hankering to bite into a succulent and a hearty steak??Do you cherish a plate of juicy ribs in front of..."

Ninad Vengurlekar

"muhteşem bir yer. 2 gece üst üste fillet yedim. ladies için biraz gözüme az gelmşti. porsiyon büyüttüm. rose şarapları ve dondurma..."

D.

"This restaurant was our favourite turing our 1 year stay in Johannesburg. Food is always delicious and service is good. During peak times, be ready..."

1derya

"The food is amazing. And the portion sizes are great. The only thing is that it can get full which can make service slower but otherwise great place..."

Thandoluhle Timmy Khumalo

"Trumps Grillhouse positions itself as a Macdonald's version amongst its rival grillhouse establishments which grossly under values it's offering...."

Amit Govind

"My first time experience at Trumps was very enjoyable and relaxing. They brought up all our meals exactly as we ordered them. I had 3 courses. Main..."

Chris

"Beautiful restaurant!Good service and the most amazing steaks.Had this delicious ribeye that was cooked to perfection!A definite must try..."

Melishni Achary

"Enjoyd everything I had for lunch that day. Starter portion pork ribs and side of chips: the ribs were a bit cold, but delicious and well cooked - a..."

Rebone Mofulatsi

"Service: very good. Food: excellent. Ambiance: bustling (lots of people, the restaurant was busy but in a good way). Portion size: massive! We both..."

Bebz H

"The food was splendid! There's a great energy in the place and the staff are attentive. I had the Long Island which was potent and deliciously made..."

Lindelwa Lioness

"Top. The dishes are very good, specially the steaks at 380g standard. Ribeye, fillet or T-bone are top. Wide range of wine and beer. Fair offer of..."

Jose Brito

"Fine dining at its finest. We enjoyed our time, Trumps is a beautiful restaurant to dine with friends at. The ambience was rich and quite..."

Chioma Asomugha

"Trumps is an exceptional place to grab dinner or your occasional lunch. Their friendly staff make the visit worth well. Cocktails served at a..."

Ntsako Maringa

"Trumps is always a good option for lunch with the parents. It's very sophisticated, has a good ambiance to it and serves amazing margarita's!..."

Shannon Roscher

"A. MA. Zing. Its busy as all heck but the staff at efficient and you won't notice. The food is prepared to perfection. Highly..."

Adrian Ziller

"Beautiful place , great atmosphere and delicious food . Waiters are good too. The food is just too amazing and the view is excellent. I would go back..."

Klaude Thau

"'Fillet' mükemmel, giriş olarak sarımsak soslu salyangoz aldık o da çok iyiydi. Güzel bir Pino Noir Güney Afrika şarabıyla harika bir akşam..."

Mert Kiliç

"I'd say this is a pretty good steakhouse. Their meat is really tender and full of flavor. Was hoping to get some beef to cook at home from their..."

Junior

"If you are craving steak, trumps is where to go. Had a fillet steak with sauce (truffle butter and mushrooms) accompanied with chips. It was..."

Loyiso Tando Balfour

"They have wonderful steaks, had a birthday dinner here - it was superb. Nice and quiet, very warm and cosy. Checkout their whisky bar as well,..."

Tshegofatso Katastrophik Mohlele

"Food was a bit slow to come out but the quality of the fillet that I had was fantastic and cooked to perfection. The pork belly was of a very large..."

Thabiso Madiba

"The service was great the portion was good and affordable the atmosphere was awesome I loved it and I am definitely going back the meat was great..."

Danisile Danny Zikali

"The food was satisfactory, I would like to try more of their offerings though, atmosphere is ok for a lunch date with business associates or friends,..."

Nipho

"So amazing!!! Oh my word.. This restaurant had me thinking of a slight possibility of me moving to the city. The food was out of this world, the..."

Lerato Makunyane

"This restaurant is just amazing! The location is great. It is very spacious. The seats are very comfortable. The waitresses are very professional and..."

Nina K.

"This place definitely goes down as the very best steakhouse I have been to. Being new to SA and Santon per se, I checked this place on Zomato prior..."

Saurav Basu

"This place is our staple lunch / dinner destination every time we visit Jo'burg for business. Whenever we get asked "Why" me and my bosses will just..."

DearCheeseAndGrapes

"This past weekend I had the pleasure of meeting up with friends of mine for a birthday dinner. The service was seamless from the beginning to the..."

Lethukuthula Ayanda Mbatha

"I have never actually eaten here, would you believe - as every single restaurant around them has changed name and look over the 7 years that I have..."

Heather Hook

"Trumps is a classic example of the sheer difference between service and hospitality. It was my first visit to this steak house and was truly an..."

Aneesh Jog

"I am a firm believer in creating traditions with those that you love, and this restaurant here has become a tradition between my father and I. I will..."

GOODATEATING

"The food was yummy and decor was awesome as as well. Ordered lamb shank and ostrich which were as per request. Service may deteriorate when the place..."

Arvind Seetohul

"Popped in for a quick dinner.... Great setting, ambiance is good, quality of food is good.Little attention to detail factors was a bit..."

Roy Vlooitjie Minnaar

"A friend and I visited Trumps last night, and we were very impressed. The service was excellent and quick, the fillets we ordered were delicious, as..."

Adam W

"Exyrwmely accomodating had a big tabke of about 12 ppl , they gave us the private room we could make as much noise as we wanted, the waiter did a..."

Bonita Elizabeth Correia

"Service was impeccable , food came out so quick.(that creamed spinach guys 👍😢)Portion size really decent.Ambience was great for an..."

Marie K

"So as we do every year after winex we go down to Nelson Madela square and pic a Restaurant. I was kinda not sure when my friend said we..."

Warren Smit

"Most people have heard of Trumps. It speaks for itself . Really good food and great steaks. Their waiters are well presented and polite. This..."

Eve

"We received a warm welcome on arrival. There was a nice buzz in the area as it was Friday night and many people were out and about. The service we..."

Lesego Tshoagong

"I have been meaning to go to Trumps for the longest time now, and I finally decided to go for dinner on a Friday night after a day of spoiling..."

Nkateko Nkuna

"Service from Bongi was outstanding! Thank you for looking after us so well. The food was average. I had a rump and my hubby had a ribeye. But..."

Jenny Wewege

"Best ribs and wings ever.. if its wine and steak then its trumps grillhouse.. service was amazing and the food was delicious.. the ribs was so huge..."

Shehan Irundika

"Had late lunch this afternoon at Trumps with my friend . I had not been there since it was Newley renovated ... The food was very good and great..."

Abs

"Trumps Grillhouse is one of our favourite steakhouse restaurants by far! The food is great and the ambiance is awesome. And the waiter Daniel is an..."

Charmaine

"I recently had dinner here with my husband and I must say we were pleasantly surprised. We had a table near the window, which gave us a lovely view..."

Sarah

"The rolled pork belly is absolutely amazing, had it with the creamed spinach which was nice and creamy. My friend had the oxtail with rice which..."

Lebogang Desiree Maphelela

"Okay this doesn't compare to butcher shop and grill (I'm extremely bias) but I honestly would recommend one tries this place out for a good steak. If..."

Nel

"Very nice ambiance. The food was well prepared and timely. The waitresses were very attentive and friendly. The meat was of really good quality and..."

Miguel Dos Santos

"The first thing that draws me to a restaurant is the set up of the whole place and Trumps is decorated to perfection. The service was a little slow,..."

Neza Bee

"Those beef ribs were gone in 10mins. I devoured the whole thing. Thats huge for me but the food was delicious. The quality and quantity is not to be..."

Archana Rayamajhi

"Best choice ever! Last night I was absolutely hungry and everything was closed, but I was craving a burger. And damn did I make the right choice...."

The Pretoria Explorer

"Absolutely loved this place!Was on a mission to get something to eat and surprisingly everyone's kitchen was closed and Trumps were happy to..."

Abdullah Mahamed

"I was treated to an amazing dining experience at the 'Trumps Grillhouse & Butchery' Sandton, Johannesburg !The food 👌The service..."

Nomzamo

"Great grill house situated in Nelson Mandela square. They were able to accommodate our large work group for dinner and the service was fantastic! I..."

Saiyuri

"I normally go to the butcher (which is across the street of trumps) but after going to this place,then I unstood that I wasted a good meal.The..."

Gökhan Karaoğlan

Salvation Cafe

88/100 (3155 ratings)

Sausage Breakfast Burrito

Sesame Ginger Chicken Noodles

Burrito

Gourmet Burger

Eggs Benedict

Belgian Hot Chocolate

Wheelchair Accessible

"Loving the drinks �and the food 100%.The service 200%.Beautiful place to hang around with friends and family. If you never been there start..."

Patricia Ndlovu Lewis

"The atmosphere, the food, service, everything was just on..."

Theresho Shanttel Moeketsi

"Food was outstanding, service first class and overall a lovely place for a..."

Kim Welsford

"Their food is amazing! Of the 4 days I spent in Johannesburg, I ate here 3 of those days. The food is amazing, the atmosphere friendly and the staff..."

Ethan Sommerfeld

"An awesome place to be...yummylicous food...friendly...staff..� thumbs..."

Kalpana Mistry

"Very good food and good vibes. Great pla 've for breakfast/brunch/lunch. My favourite: Royal duo..."

Elodie Bonnefon

"Love the overall concept and the food was absolutely..."

Mariana Agness Francisco Eria

"Excellent experience....good service...good coffee...good value...great setting...Will..."

Derek Botha

"Always the best food � eggs benedict are amazing..."

Kay Giannoccaro

"Rainy day next to the fire, red wine and lovely food......"

Yvonne Keyser

"The absolute BEST!! Had the brandy steak, calamari as well as the cheese cake. Don’t think I’ve had steak so tender in my life. And the most..."

Bryce Bennetts

"My favorite breakfast place!! Burritos to die..."

Razia Ismail

"This Sweet & Savoury Duo for my confused tastebuds from @mysalvationcafe hit all the right spots🔥 Definitely worth a revisit this..."

Kgabo Maphoto

"Stanley 44 is really quaint and cute. Only street parking is available though. The outdoor feel of the restaurant is really lovely and tranquil,..."

Aisha Moolla

"Fast service and friendly staff. Love the ambience as well. This place is always my go to spot for lunch or breakfast. Love..."

Andile Mthembu

"Only the best brekkie/brunch spot in JHB, @mysalvationcafe is an easygoing cafe, with some good jams in the air and some fresh, healthy and..."

Forever Famished

"It's a beautiful, cool, hipster cafe in the hub of 44 Stanley. They have a few vegan options to choose from. The ambiance is incredible and they have..."

Veganroo

"Brilliant place; warm and cosy. The breakfast is absolutely heartwarming. Staff are extremely friendly and their coffee tastes awesome. Try the..."

Rhoodie Dakamela

"Love. Love. Love. 💛💛💛 I went there for my birthday brunch a few weeks ago and it was amazing. Delicious food and great vibe...."

Tsholo M

"Very relaxed vibes. I had the Caesar Salad with chicken which was great! My partner had the Gourmet Burger which looked amazing. The service is..."

Jarrod Michael-Sylar Prinsloo-Bluth

"Lovely Cafe in a Lovely setting.The Coffee was great but not the best I’ve had.The omelette which was served was tasty and the ingredients were..."

Gareth Cherry

"Should be a 4.5 The waitress, ambiance and the food was lovely. Would just reccomend that they add their salt and seasoning while preparing the..."

Jozan Van Deventer

"The atmosphere in this place would have to be the most relaxing and it makes you feel at ease. It's like a little escape from the busyness of Joburg..."

Zain And Faye

"Ordered the pancakes and poached eggs with spinach , the food was decent nothing mind blowing …nice place to meet up with a few friends and grab a..."

Zee

"My friend and I tried this spot after a 10km run and it was outstanding! We had the savory French toast with halloumi and basil pesto (I forgot to..."

Megz Mackintosh

"An awesome cafe with an outdoors vibe. Sunday brunch has never been so perfect. The Red Latte paired with the American styled pancakes are really..."

Sashin Naidoo

"Can this place ever get a cake wrong? I really don't think so. Great setting and the coffee is always a treat. I don't get the chance to go here..."

Angelo Aquilano

"Tranquil setting in centre city Joburg which warms my heart any and every time I visit. One of the best burgers I’ve had in Gauteng...."

Theloveofgoodfood

"Had breakfast with the Mrs and the kids here today. The kids reported that their hot chocolate was particularly good, and gave a double thumbs up for..."

Douglas Lorimer

"Best pancakes in Johannesburg, lovely setting great breakfast choice, waiters very pleasant and service good. A really lovely Saturday morning..."

Linda Lunsche

"Winter is upon us so I was in a quest to find one of the best hot chocolates in Johannesburg. The hot chocolate here totally lived up to..."

Gracie Kay

"Simple but sweet. Perfect brunch spot for a sunny day. Friendly waiters and pleasant environment. Perfect setting for a friendly catch up or informal..."

FoodFoodFood

"What a lovely place to be at. Went out for breakfast and the service was awesome. We were seated outside and they had blankets to cover up if it gets..."

Lebogang Desiree Maphelela

"Loved it...the food is delicious and service fantastic. Absolutely enjoyed the vibe and trendy feeling. My best breakfast place yet. Could do better..."

Reneè K

"Dropped in for a late lunch. Had a great ham and cheese toastie which was next and a more than above average Malay chicken curry - the best part was..."

Supervundu

"THE FRENCH TOAST IS HEAVENLY SENT. // the courtyard has a lovely vibe // service is good and fast // perfect place to go for a..."

Nina Formanek

"Had brunch here yesterday, I’ve been meaning to try this place for years but never got around to doing itSo I tried their Chicken Caesar..."

Zanenkululeko Belot

"Wonderful place. The food is amazing, very chilled vibes and warm friendly staff. I recommend it to any foodie out there. It's also in a wonderful..."

Sphamandla Shilubana

"Situated at trendy 44 stanley Salvation cafe.Good for sunny and clear summer day .Headed indoors as was bit overcast weather.Had Florentine eggs..."

A Foodie Travels

"salvation cafe is in area in milpark that i had no idea existed. you guys, i was blind but now i see. i felt like i was in a different country as..."

Zininzi Feni

"Brunch is an institution at this place and trust me it is worth the wait. Service was good and we really enjoyed our meal. I still have to try lunch..."

Kananelo Sebati

"This place has an awesome location within the 44 Stanley market. They have a good selection of meals for breakfast, brunch and lunch in a unique..."

Gary Greenberg

"Would highly recommend the combo Eggs Benedict & French Toast or Caribbean pancakes. Absolutely delish!Service was good enough. Nice to sit..."

Jade Larter

"Beautiful setting, delicious food and great service! Would definitely recommend for a late breakfast on Saturdays. Ps. The Belgian hot chocolate is..."

Ruan Du Plessis

"The setting is beautiful and Stanley 44 always have a great vibe to it, however the service was friendly but very slow and we waited very long for..."

Rina

"Great brunch session with great company. A wonderful outdoors area. Their Salvation Breakfast is truly filling and appetizing. The creamy mushrooms..."

Pelonomi Manana

"It was just after 3 pm on a lovely Sunday afternoon... we were in the area and after having been walking around for most of the early afternoon, we..."

Jess Young

"We brunched here as we love 44 Stanley. The setup is really cool and nice for a summers day. The food was good. Service was good. Do book in advance..."

Riona Arjoon

"Freshest food in joburg. Good spot for champagne brunch on a Sunday, lots of veg options, friendly staff and good vibes! Only disappointed I didn't..."

Variza

"When I tried this place I went back the next day for more. Fresh ingredients and delicious flavor combinations - I loved the butter chicken, not your..."

Fareed Hare

"The breakfast is amazing worth a try. Small place so make a booking. Weekend outing. Lots of shops in the cornered off area. Coffee is great. Nothing..."

Nixie

"Salvation cafe is definitely my favourite establishment inside 44 Stanley, and I had the most amazing breakfast here just the other day. I..."

Danieljake

"Super cute brunch spot! Very chilled atmosphere!The Caribbean pancakes are everything and more! The service isn't the greatest but the food kept..."

Tanya Chirimuta

"Popped in for a quick week day lunch. I love the setting, 44 Stanley just has the ability to make you feel relaxed and in a good holiday..."

Tasmika Amin

"Wowwee, really enjoyed this place. Their menu is small but every dish is high in quality. You get exactly what you have ordered and more. I..."

Carice De Jager

"I think I chose the coldest day to visit Salvation Cafe...while the door being opened kept bringing in the cold, there was a cozy fire being lit..."

Sharima Bramannan

"Salvationcafe is nestled deep within 44 Stanley and is obviously a very popular breakfast spot. We arrived a few minutes to late for breakfast..."

Courtney StarBerry

"Great restaurant. Great spot and great vibe. Food is good and the waiters take care of you. I had the curry of the day, very nice and spicy. Happy to..."

Benice De Wit

"Amazing brunch spot - worth waiting for an inside table during winter. Had the spinach scrambled eggs with a side of bacon (I lover spinach). Was..."

Jürgen Fleischmann

"Had the absolute best cheesecake ever from here ! 🍰 their burgers are delicious aswell 🍔 Lovely ambiance and everything on the menu sounds..."

Fabiana

"Oh the fresh air on a Sunday morning, filled with hints of fresh bread, toasted, eggs and syrup. I absolutely adore this cafe because of the vibrant..."

Krinisha Kara

"Probably one of the best breakfasts in Jozi is the savoury French toast. But everything is awesome here. It's a place I keep returning to and will be..."

Ed Charles

"Really tasty pancakes with yogurt, fruit and syrup. The Benedicts were ok. Nice carrot juice and capuccino coffee. One of the best places in Joburg..."

Ro Mi

"Well woke up late from the usual Saturday night shenanigans and decided to try out Salvation Cafe in Braam - best choice ever! We had Eggs Bennidict..."

Rahul Brambha

"Salvation is the perfect go to place for breakfast and lunch. It's very ideal for meetings or quick catch ups. The food at this restaurant is always..."

Mona Makwakwa

"Had a lazy Saturday afternoon at home and I had a craving for a restaurant quality burger. I found Salvationcafe on UberEATS and ordered the Brunch..."

Jacques Wentzel

"One of my favorite outdoor cafe's in JHB, Salvation Cafe is the perfect spot for breakfast or a simple cafe-style lunch. Over the weekends, it can be..."

Bridget Meyer

"Good food, beautifully scenic, friendly staff and good company. Salvation café is perfect for a brunch or lunch with work colleagues, your partner..."

Tristan Du Toit

"Post yoga breakfast with my bestie, what a treat this highly recommended gem is . The Belgium hot chocolate was divine, perfect way to warm ..."

Butterfly Foodie

"Sit in the filigree shade cast by the surrounding trees, linger over a glass of wine or a beer. It's really lovely here. Bring the children. Come for..."

Jill Nudelman

"I had the pork belly burger and my friend had chicken strips. The food was presented very well and tasted good. There aren't many options on the menu..."

Kerina Isaac

"I keep finding myself coming back for more, in my opinion the best break fast in town. Can't go wrong with the beef sausage breakfast burrito and of..."

Maria Mallick

"Went here on a Sunday afternoon, was very busy- good atmosphere. Service was fast and efficient. Ordered he salvation Gourmet Burger, definitely a..."

Charlene Dos Ramos

"Went for Sunday lunch and enjoyed it thoroughly. Firstly, a lovely varied menu filled with interesting food and drink options (at good prices) plus a..."

Nicole Zetler Shapiro

"This place is the definition of freshness! Whilst visiting 44 Stanely this Sunday i decided to pop in here for lunch. I startes off with a..."

Cuppycake

"Great vibe / Good food - Scrumptious & Delicious dishes with a lot of thought that went into it. Excellent carrot cake not to be missed . Fresh and..."

Theresa Fernhout

"Salvation is one of those classic spots inside 44 Stanley! A great breakfast & lunch spot, I've been here a couple of time and the service is always..."

Mmule

"Salvation Cafe has the most incredible breakfast menu. The food is outstanding, and the portion sizes are ideal. I've had the Sweet Duo which is half..."

Zara Khan

"Lunch as great! The service was quick, the options plentiful and the experience was seamless. I'm normally incredibly indecisive but it was..."

Martin Headger

"Breakfast hot spot. Animal friendly . Laid back atmosphere with good quality food and creative menu . Wonderful selection of Eggs Benedict and great..."

Leverne Mountany

"Truly an awesome spot. Great vibe, good food & just an overall lovely vibe! Totally recommend it and I will be back. The waiters service just got..."

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"Lovely place for lunch, especially with good friends and great conversation. The burgers are definitely a must have for all tourist and jhb..."

Leigh Johannes

"Hidden in 44 on Stanley what a beautiful place. Cozy yet relaxed on the edge of a courtyard. Great coffee and breakfast spot. We struggled to find 1..."

Pascale Prinsloo

"Fantastic breakfast with service to match. Wonderful setting too. Will definately go back.....and soon. Quality food and super tasty- well..."

LorinB

"What a wonderful experience on a lazy Sunday afternoon for lunch with mates. 🌞The service was friendly and efficient. We were welcomed by a..."

Nicole Kruger

"This is a fantastic place for breakfast - amazing eggs benedict! I really think the strength of this place is the breakfast (lunch has always been..."

Andrew Versfeld

"Probably my favourite restuarant @ 44 Stanley. Love the menu, love the outdoor tables-make for a great lunch spot to meet with friends on a summer's..."

Stacey Norsworthy

"We absolutely love this spot for breakfast under the umbrellas. This is a must visit. The service is alway good and staff friendly. The coffee is..."

Kate Leigh Walker

"Best breakfast spot in jhb... lovely setting in the courtyard. Some nice unique breakfast options e.g. Breakfast burrito & great half & half options!..."

Ij

"So I finally got to Salvation and I'm not disappointed in the least. I love the courtyard setting. It doesn't even feel like you are in Johannesburg...."

Devin Sage

"Great food and awesome service..... Had breakfast this morning. Loved the setting of the place nice and relaxed environment. Friendly staff...."

Nosipho

"We were very spoilt in getting to experience our Salvation meal under starry ⭐️ skies for 44 Stanley's "Summer Nights"! The festive fairy lights,..."

KarmaZebra

"A beautiful place situated in a an equally beautiful setting at 144 Stanley , Salvation Cafe doesn't disappoint ! True to its name this little..."

The Foodie

"Had a divine breakfast at Salvation Cafe two weeks ago. We will definitely be back to try the lunch. The setting at 44 Stanley is nice, relaxed and..."

Preetika.jasmath

"They have a relatively small menu but what they do they do well . The burgers are very popular , decent size , well cooked and wedges was good ...."

Chris De Beer

"We had a super delicious breakfast here! The atmosphere was great. A little hidden hotspot with really good food, whether breakfast, lunch or dinner...."

Lena

"This place is simply fantastic. That’s all there is to it. We had one of the “duos”, which was the royale Benedict and Caribbean flapjacks...."

Dickie Greenleaf

"Ver cool space with couple of super nice terraces, the salvation coffee one is quite big and with lots of space. Wide range of offering in terms of..."

Patty Agustín Cañadas

"Ran out of star ratings. The food is great, the seating is made to be comfortable and for long visits. Good coffee, and if you have great company you..."

Sean Laurens

"Went on a Sunday morning, it was quite busy so service was a bit slow and unfortunately we went during loadshedding hours, so their blended drinks..."

Woan-yi Lin

"I recently went to this Cafe with a friend who recommended it. And I had no regrets! We both had the Chai latte which was thicker than I'm used to..."

Nkateko Baloi

"Had breakfast on a Saturday , the place gets packed and there was a small event inside so we decided to seat outside thou it was cold the blankets..."

Unarine Raphulu

"Loved everything about this place. The food is lovely, the atmosphere is beautiful and buzzing. However do not expose your phone, keep it hidden,..."

Nandipha Mpote

"Firstly the owner being present makes all the difference. Food is absolutely spectacular, service good. Definitely Johannesburg best breakfast spot...."

Jason Smith

"Great place with a hipster upmarket feel to it. The brunch menu is unique and honestly delicious. There is seating available inside and outside and..."

Alistair Miggels

"Great place, went with team from work. Portion could have been bigger, couldn't find favourite ingredient on my plate. Food delicious especially..."

Maureen Sandler

"Amazing venue with excellent service and delicious food. The cheesecake is, of course, the best in Gauteng, but honestly, so is the carrot cake. In..."

Christa van Zyl

"The ambiance here is simply gorgeous, making it the perfect spot for a leisurely Saturday spent having some lighthearted fun with loved ones. The..."

Siphiwe Mkhwanazi

"Located in a very safe and quiet neighborhood. Lots of cool shops but this cafe really stood out for me. Food was fabulous, especially the egg and..."

Ryan Koh

"On multiple occasions, I have had the best meals of my life at Salvation Cafe. The breakfast menu is very extensive and absolutely DELICIOUS! The..."

Zinhle Nhlapo

"I enjoyed a scrumptious breakfast on a fine winter morning.. food was very well prepared.. served with a nice coffee. Would recommend this place to..."

Charvet Terblanche

"I really liked the location and the vibe of the place. Great menu, tasty food. I definitely recommend it. Nice and good service. I came during the..."

Asia Beldyga

Mezepoli Meze And Wine Bar

86/100 (2543 ratings)

Halloumi Cheese Salad

Calamari Stuffed with Feta Cheese Prawns Pita Bread

Wheelchair Accessible

"Refreshing atmosphere inside or outside. Relaxed pace for clients. Even when it is well patronized, clients do not need to shout at their tables to..."

Thandi D

"Today we decided to venture out to Melrose Arch for lunch... We booked a table at Mezepoli Restaurant ... What a great experience!... The food was..."

Terry Longano

"From the creamy Cafe Mocha we had to the delicious freshly made bite size meze everything was deliciously awesome our waiter Sipho was always by our..."

Katlego Neteru ISIS Mojapelo

"Mezepoli is my home away from home. I absolutely love it there and the Staff is super amazing, always go for an extra mile for their customers. The..."

Junia Mphahlele

"Food here was good. Service was attentive and friendly. They accommodated us with seating arrangements that we..."

Alicia H

"The food is woooonderful! Really tasty and filling. I got an assortment of meze foods. Great atmosphere especially seated outside but inside looks..."

Caddie Hart

"One of my favorite spots to eat at Melrose Arch. It has really good Greek food and cocktails. Service is great and the overall atmosphere is..."

Zan

"You know you ate well when there's no photos of your food 😂 ... It was our first time here and it was superb! We took a variety of food options to..."

Nicole Smith

"After a day connecting with art, and everything meta and psychic. It was time to nourish the body so it can fight off Mr COvID-19 and manage any and..."

mzamo masito

"Exceptional food, friendly and efficient service. Mezepoli has been consistent for years - we love going there for an early dinner and sitting on the..."

Paula B

"Beautiful place and exceptional service at any time of the day. The Seafood Meze is my top pick, linefish in foil is perfection and I love the..."

Samantha Lotkin

"Tapas like with Greek, Turkish and mideastern flavors. AND sushi?!?! Overall, good service and fresh quality..."

H F

"Very tasty food and love the white &blue colours. Also choice is wide as you can make up with different dishes with good size portions to share...."

Noluthando Gqokoma

"I have to give them a 5 + stars because the servíce and the food is amazing. I had the fish my wife order the prawns which tasted more likr mini..."

Jorge Gonzalez

"The sushi made me want to award all 5 stars, absolutely loved it!!! Great classy setting in Melrose Arch, nice atmosphere, awesome vibe. Nice..."

Kondwani Ngwira

"I made a reservation for an anniversary dinner 3 days in advance and called on the day to confirm my reservation we were there on time the restaurant..."

Ayanda Mtshali

The Schwarma Co

86/100 (3600 ratings)

Chicken Shawarma Plate

Turkish coffee

Mint Tea

Hummus and Pita Bread

Beef Schwarma in a Platter

Lamb Shwarma on a Platter

Lamb

Eggplant Aubergine and Pickles Salad

Marrow Bones on Toast

Wheelchair Accessible

"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

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

Parea Restaurant

85/100 (2581 ratings)

Greek Vegetarian Platter

Brinjal Special

Hummus

Lamb Loin Chops and Chips

Various Meze

Calamari Grilled Falkland

Souvlaki

When Grilled Fish Fresh and to Perfection

Halloumi

Vegetable Meze Platter

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great atmosphere. The Greek dancers are a night touch. And the best grilled line fish on town. The other food is also..."

Nad Hsn

"What a pleasure to experience a restaurant where the food, service and the owner are all so amazing.... Thank you for making our Sunday afternoon an..."

Juanita Hubinger

"Best fish dinner in Sandton, fantastic atmosphere and staff are very..."

Lynne Venter Dunford

"Parea is located off the busy Oxford road. Only limited street parking is available unless you are willing to pay R30 to park in the parking lot..."

Aisha Moolla

"I personally think this is one of JHB hidden gems.Not everyone know about it and they are great.The food is great and the service..."

Gina Rautenbach

"The most authentic Greek restaurant in Jozi (to my mind). Kitch (but cute) Greek decor and a wide variety of authentic Greek dishes. Always a buzzing..."

Chiara Louis

"Parea never seems to disappoint. Service is always friendly and efficient no matter how busy they are. Highly recommend the beef souvlaki (the lamb..."

Ilan Ben-David

"Went there for a friend's graduation. And oh my word I was not disappointed! The restaurant is beautiful! The atmosphere is very typically Greek, and..."

Ornella Scarpellini

"Cute little relaxed place with good food. Nice vibe. Feels like a little Greece. The food was delicious. The calamari salad - yum. The dolmades -..."

Kayla Groth

"This is a really lovely, unpretentious restaurant with excellent Greek food. They are especially good at doing Seafood and vegetables - the whole..."

Niki - Jay Bougaard

"Excellent all 'round. The taramasalata is the best I have had. We also had queen prawns (yum) and fresh, delicious sardines. The sardines are even..."

Leanne Horwitz

"Great authentic Greek food. I had fresh oysters, calamari and lamb souvlaki. The calamari was mouth-watering and we wiped the plate clean with pita..."

Vuyokazi Qabaka

"If you’re looking for decent Greek fare in a traditional ambience then Parea is your place. Menu is varied and the food good. It’s not a fancy..."

Ashdesai5

"Tremendously vibey and packed on a Saturday nightHad meze platter to share. Enough to qualify as the main meal. All the Greek goodies you could..."

Trevor

"Defiantly one of the best Greek Restaurants I’ve been to, there were 3 separate functions last night and the service was great - outstanding food,..."

Bruce Lennox

"Excellent authentic Greek food. Braaied whole fish is fresh and succulent. Grilled prawns are the best I have eaten in a long time. The restaurant is..."

Lavita Oreb

"Excellent authentic Greek food. Not a fancy setting. It’s very chilled with a good vibe with delicious Greek cuisine. I am vegetarian - tons..."

Kashma

"Authentic Greek experience. Tasty food, friendly service. Some live greek dancing on the Friday night we visited- if I only I had a plate to..."

Suzanne Strydom

"What a fantastic place to spend an afternoon. The food is authentic and fresh. A typical Greek food experience. The place is run like a proper family..."

Craig Amos

"Wonderful authentic Greek restaurant. The vibe is unlike any other I’ve experienced- a true gem.The decor has been left underdone, giving..."

Paul Minnaar

"Vibe: buzzy even on weeknights, which is nice in SA Food: totally Greek and not a knock off. Pretty good stuff. The menu has depth and..."

Safee-Naaz Siddiqi

"I'd been meaning to try out Parea for ages because I had heard such great things about it from my friends. It did not disappoint! By far the best..."

Chloe Prince

"The ultimate Greek experience.Walked in to an empty restaurant and it soon picked up before I could finish my 1st drink. The staff and..."

Hellen Malandule

"Have been meaning to try this popular restaurant for a while and it did not disappoint! The food is incredible! It comes quickly and is steaming hot!..."

Skye Da Silva

"Restaurant is quite a bit larger than would meet the eye. Book in advance or come early as it seems to get busy quite quickly.Extensive menu so..."

Jacqueline Koch

"The food is exceptional. Fresh warm pita bread, hummus and calamari. Such a winner! The restaurant looks amazing and authentic and it's easy to..."

Shafeeqah TheNinja Isaacs

"Great food, prime location and quaint feel. You're neither in a fancy place where you feel like you should've dressed up, nor somewhere where you..."

Megan Thomas

"Love everything about this restaurant. From the food to the service to the atmosphere.It's one of our favourite places to go and never..."

Amanda Scribante

"I haven't been here for a while and I visited Parea over the weekend for a birthday party - it was a busy Saturday evening. This Greek restaurant is..."

Gary Greenberg

"What a delicious meal. Parea is my new favourite restaurant in Joburg. The restaurant is home styled Greek food that fills your heart with love. We..."

Pei-Lin Chen

"My first time at Parea restaurant was a great experience, which can be attributed to the delicious food, great ambience and friendly service. We..."

Matt Roos

"This is, hands down, the best Greek food in Joburg. You have to start with the assorted dip platter (taramasolata, humus, tirokafteri) with fresh hot..."

The Great Diner

"Food was great, setting cozy and more "cheap and cheerful" rather than fine dining. Good for kids in the early evening. Choose "terrace" seating for..."

Glenn.brickhill

"Absolutely delicious Greek food. Ordering a variety of meze plates is my favorite way to enjoy a meal at Parea. Delicious all round, very authentic..."

Melissa Do Couto

"Always love this restaurant, been an institution for years! Great authentic Greek food, great vibe - they are always busy so advised to book! ..."

Anna Correia

"When in search of great, traditional Greek food - Parea is definitely the go-to-restaurant. The restaurant itself is done out in the old 'taverna'..."

Camilla Speight

"Been wanting to visit here literally for years! Always drove past and it always looked busy! Finally had the privilege one Friday evening!..."

Kelly Rodger

"Parea is always a family favourite, great comfort food. Service is always good and the atmosphere transcends. Would highly recommend Parea if in the..."

Niki Visser

"This is one of my favourite restaurants in Joburg. Not only is the ambience (including the weekend belly dancing) great, but the food is exceptional!..."

Foooooooooooodie

"It's always a celebration at Parea which is why it remains a firm favorite in the neighborhood. The service is consistently friendly and..."

Ashley

"They serve the best Greek food, especially the vegetarian platter and falafel! Service is friendly and efficient. A great vibe! We often have large..."

Tracy-Lee Edwards

"Opa! Parea Party Style! This has to be the most festive restaurant in Joburg!! From birthday singing to plate smashing and beautiful belly-dancing ..."

KarmaZebra

"Amazing food. Authentic look. Very nice owners and staff - easily my favorite Greek restaurant. I love eating here and ordering from here via Uber..."

Mthimmo

"This family run restaurant is on our favourites list. It does not matter what day it is, they are always busy. I love everything about this..."

FoodloverJHB

"I have dined here several times and I have never been disappointed. From oysters to dolmades.At atmosphere is always great and the staff..."

Chantelle

"First walked in and thought this might be a dodgey spot - couldn't have been more wrong. Great food, service and atmosphere. Had the calamari..."

Mayuri

"Pares is our favourite Greek restaurant in Johannesburg. I have only had great experiences there with good food and an awesome atmosphere. It is..."

Amy Sophia Esterhuizen

"Heard alot about this place. So I tried it as a takeaway.Delivery was 30 mins (I'm about 1.5km away) but the time was estimated for 45 mins so I..."

Eve

"After a very long day, I ended up here on Sunday evening for one of the most authentic Greek meals that I have had to date and some very good service..."

Lauras World

"The best place to go for Sunday lunch! Warm, inviting and an ideal family vibe. It's a great spot to sit with the wind breeze on the veranda and chow..."

Kyla Meyerson

"Really enjoyed my experience at this restaurant. The restaurant was packed on a weekday evening so booking is a must. The decor and atmosphere gets..."

Tam Loves Food

"So I ordered Parea via Uber Eats and Uber cancelled my order after two hours. Parea then called me and delivered the order themselves within 5..."

R H

"Very good, very efficient will definitely go back there for a fine dining experience, haloumi and Lamb cooked to perfection, desert absolutely mouth..."

Trevez Mcfc Jacobs

"I've been here twice before, once for a birthday party and once for dinner. Both times we shared a bunch of different meze dishes betwee the bunch of..."

Christiaan Strydom

"The best falafels I've ever had. Dolmades are as great as the ones I had in Greece. Chicken is perfectly cooked. Portions are generous. Service..."

Reema Vather

"Been going here for years! Never ever disappoints. This is a real Greek restaurant. Everything about the restaurant is authentic. Very family..."

Nicole Meyerson

"Excellent and vibey but above all they sever fantastically authentic Greek food. Unpretentious, hearty and delicious. Quick and friendly service...."

Wikus Du Toit

"An area landmark really. Friendly and attentive service adds another layer to your meal in this cosy Greek restaurant. The menu is wide ranging with..."

Abi Clark

"Parea is a hearty, salt of the earth Greek taverna nestled in Illovo.The delicious homemade Greek cooking is amplified by Greek music,..."

Klee Barris

"On one particularly cold winters night we found ourselves happily stumbling into the warm, relaxed atmosphere that is Parea. It's cosy,..."

Giovanna Alexia Winetzki

"Always the most delicious humus and kleftiko but I really wish the tables weren't covered in plasticky table cloths and sometimes sticky cutlery...."

Simryn De Jager

"Fresh, hella flavorsome food (in true Greek style) set in a really comfortable and modest restaurant. Reccomend the fillet beef kebabs as well as any..."

Yanir Grindler

"Best Greek food I've had outside of Greece! Lovely service,food was incredibly fast and altogether been a wonderful experience. We had the calamari..."

Savannah Batista

"Parea is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxed meal. The decor is basic but cosy. The waiters are engaging and polite. The food is tasty, with an..."

Nishela Ramgoolam

"First time at Parea. Went for a quick Friday lunch. Very Greek Taverna. Wine list is very basic, could use some updating by addition of some..."

Moira

"This seems to be The Spot if you're celebrating your birthday in Joburg. It's such a festive place on Saturday evenings with belly dancers and plate..."

Megan Fisher

"Great atmosphere and usually very busy. Entertainment is lively and worth the outing alone. Food is pretty good and the service is..."

Nick

"I have mixed feelings about Parea. They are certainly not perfect - but I have been twice and would definitely go back again. The restaurant does..."

Francesca Favero

"Ive been to many Greek restaurants but for some reason left this one out. I absolutely loved everything about this place. Divine meze especially the..."

Cristina Melosi Scola

"Hands down my favourite Greek restaurant in the city! Coming from a Greek family it is tough to impress me when it comes to Greek food. Have been..."

Julia Louise Domanski

"We came here for a girls dinner, it was nice and cozy. The staff were friendly and pretty efficient- I think coming early was key. We..."

Nicola Slyper

"Visited Parea on a Saturday for a late lunch. Restaurant was close to being empty as they were preparing for dinner service, We nontheless still..."

Kubash Govender

"The old classics is always a hit and it's comforting to see the elderly Greek owner stroll up and down and attend to the madness at the grill. The..."

Carel Böhmer

"Nico never fails to deliver! This authentic Greek restaurant has had the same chef for more than 20 years and the food never tires. We popped in for..."

Robyn Ford

"This place takes me back to Greece !The kefi(vibe )here is kicking especially on Friday and Saturday nights when they have the bellydancers .The..."

A Foodie Travels

"Love love love this spot, definitely the best Greek restaurant in town, consistently busy and popular over all the years, this restaurant is a winner..."

Annie Hodes

"Always great food and good service. Pricing is very reasonable. As soon as I sit down I immediately order the grilled houloumi. This is by far the..."

Russel Roth

"Parea is an institution.Authentic Greek dishes done well. Happy, warm, receptive vibe. The belly dancers are and plate breaking is an added..."

Avi Mistry

"I have been going to this restaurant since it was called Paros, and it was good to start with and can only say it's gotten better. I speak for the..."

Nicole

"A few corporate evenings out here with zero concerns.Always a great atmosphere with a lot of crowd participation.The food is plentiful and..."

Cdawg Dubya

"Have nothing much to say about the setting itself: quite unassuming, authentic authentic Greek restaurant The food is so well cooked and the..."

Mbali Msimang

"This is a lovely Greek eatery with amazing options on the menu catering for all tastes from seafood to meat dishes to vegetarian options. The service..."

Gertruida Maritz

"Authentic Greek taverna food. Ask for Nic. There is no need to look at the menu, and he'll serve you the best of the day. When the belly dancer..."

Ernest Lai King

"We’ve been wanting to go to Parea for the longest time after many foodie friends raved about the fresh grilled fish, which they have become..."

Vis Naidoo

"Always a beautiful experience. If you enjoy authentic Greek food, this is the place. It's quaint, good wine, Greek music, delicious desserts and..."

Carmelita Ripepi Goliath

"Authentic Greek cuisine, apparently this is exactly how it is in Greece 🇬🇷 😅 I can't say much about that but I can definitely say that the..."

Tebogo Mabye

"Always wonderful. Good service and delicious food. Mainly the grilled octopus, and the whole fish. Relaxed ambience, with no pretentious vibe. You..."

Lesedi “The Story Oracle” Mogoatlhe

"Really lovely place. Very cosy and the staff are friendly. My partner and I went her for our anniversary. You could taste the prawns are super fresh...."

Monique Esau

"A must visit for an authentic Greek experience. From the warm welcome, decor, delicious food to the Greek dancing & plate breaking (Fri, Sat after..."

Leon Ramraj

"So surprised to find this little bit of Greece on our doorstep here in Johannesburg. We enjoyed a lovely fun evening with good authentic Greek food,..."

Marietjie van der Walt

"They gave me four lamb chops instead of two because they 'were small' but they were actually massive. Very generous. The fried whitebait was..."

Nicholas Shubitz

"Loved this cafe/restaurant/taverna, our first visit, my husband enjoyed 2 x striped hirse beers, I had a Corona beer. He enjoyed stolen lamb (slow -..."

Brenda Dorren

"Booked dinner to celebrate my bf birthday. What a lovely ambiance, soft lighting, not noisy, not crowded, waitress didn't constantly appear, large..."

Estelle de Bruyn

"I have always enjoyed the food at Parea Taverna in Illovo. The other day I decided to try a take away meal as my wife did not feel like going out. I..."

Russell Davenport

"Team lunch and what an amazing place to share amazing meals! The food was outstanding an tantilised our taste buds. Such great service and vibe was..."

Natalie Bawa

"Absoluut great Vibe People Staff Recommend 🐠 …. Well done Nicko!!! Worth your time 🤩 PS- need to book table..."

Jenny Eksteen

"What a pleasure to have dinner at this place!! Absolutely stunning food and service and all atmosphere was really fantastic! Thank..."

Natali

"My go to restaurant every time. Amazing..."

Juanita Els

"Amazing Greek as always. We almost needed another table we had so many meze. The big screen made for an amazing afternoon of World Cup football..."

Ernie Van Wyk

"Always a pleasant experience. Arguable some of the most authentic Greek food in..."

Thomas Meyer

Rocket Restaurant

84/100 (1721 ratings)

Merlot and Mushroom Steak

Chicken Skewers

Champagne

Cheeky Thief Pizza Kingklip Linguine Pasta

Elderflower Mojito

Chicken Salad

Sirloin Steak

Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri

Pasta

Vanilla Poached Monkfish Served with Crushed Baby

Salad

Coffee Panna Cotta Served with a Chili Chocolate Sponge

"This restaurant not only has an incredibly beautiful setting, the food and service is up there with the very best in South Africa - and that’s..."

Peter Muller

"The service at this place was extremely awesome. Celebrated my 30th birthday this past weekend (24th March) and was welcomed with a friendly..."

Khosi Ntuli

"Just enough options on the menu to get your food-vibe going. Food was excellent and a great vibe. Desert equally up there with the best, so all in..."

Hennie Heymans

"Not new to the Rockets brand, having supported their Parkhurst branch for some years now - Their relatively new Rockets Bryanston in Hobart Centre is..."

Ilan Kirkel

"We spent New Years at Rockets and we had such a great evening. The service was on top form and our waiter Bonga was just brilliant. The platters that..."

Lauren McLean Monk

"Food is amazing! I had chicken pesto pasta meal! I enjoyed it! The Bar Area is so Vibey An awesome place to hang out n catch up with..."

Lerato Modisane

"Always a good time with you guys. Every thing from staff to food and vibe. The..."

Kim Davidoff

"Absolutely amazing food, dessert and cocktails!! So nice to finally spend money worth spending! Beyond impressed! Great service and interior..."

Emma Louise Clarke

"I loooooooooooved it too nice definitely going back love the vibe the ladies and scenery.. Just on..."

Baller Shot Caller

"I have always like Rockets from their Parktown days. Excellent food and service for reasonable prices. Always a viby ambience. They did a lot of work..."

Marco Bothma

"Superb service with great food-nice variety in comfortable, stylish venue-willing to make an effort and customize your meal, and make you feel that..."

Shawn Kegel

"Thier desserts are exceptionally good. Service is great we were served immediately with someone checking that we were okay. The vibe is amazing and..."

Bibi Fathima Zahra

"Great cocktails, delicious food, a stunning vibe and separate bar that goes on until late it’s perfect for a fun evening to create memories with..."

Gala Molefi

"LOVE love loved, the service here was 5 Star, the cocktails were thee best. Honestly from the minute you enter to when you leave the ambience,..."

Mandisa Lings

"Exceptional taste..loved the cocktails and magic mushrooms..was delicious😊I will definitely be back. Service and friendly staff..."

Candice Romi

"Wonderful place literally breath of fresh air. The food was great but the cocktail were horrible, we were so disappointed but enjoyed the..."

Carol Phakade

"The Food is amazing. They also have very friendly staff. A definite place to check out. . . I had gone with someone who has always had something to..."

Nonhlanhla Ntombela

"> best waffles i've had in ages. great presentation and it tasted absolutely delicious. > the restaurant has a chilled..."

Mara M

"I popped in for a quick lunch - the staff were friendly, the food was delicious and the restaurant had a great..."

Lyndsay Eaton

"Great food and a really nice environment. Feels very..."

Tamryn Venter

"Awesome people great vibe WiFi available great place to sit and do some early morning work..."

James Reid

"Good food, enjoyed the 2 tapas items off the..."

Cheryl Smit

"Superb service - the waiters are very charming and friendly. And delicious food! Surprisingly, it manages to work if you have little ones with you as..."

Bontle Mokoka

"Excellent burgers. 300 grams of great beef patty. Food is served with garlic, chili and cheese which is nice. It is a tad bit on the pricey side but..."

Rorisang Mothokoa

"This is a nice spot to chill with friends on a Friday afternoon, the food is great and the place is..."

Tshepo Morabane

"Not an exceptionally pretty place. But the restaurant is very clean the staff are very friendly and they have the tastiest half price pizza specials..."

Kyle Gilday

"Goodness... Their food is WOW with such flavor and deliciousness. The food is well presented. Quite pricey but the food is so worth every penny...."

Babette Taljaard

"The atmosphere at night is just so good you forget you're actually eating out. The music isn't too loud but you can still jam to your favourites. The..."

Mohapi Mqhayi

Throbbing Strawberry

83/100 (5855 ratings)

Stuffed Calamari Starter

Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri

Wheelchair Accessible

"An oldie but still one of my favorite restaurants I love the vibe I love their food I love their wine selection I love the Sunday live performances..."

Tankiso

"Always a pleasure ordering food from this amazing restaurant. The Pizza and the Full chicken family meal is an absolute favorite in my..."

Neil Neilt Thurston

"Most delicious cocktails and great..."

Jessicaleighpaul18

"Highly recommend this restaurant. Had the steak with mushroom sauce. It was done to perfection. My sister had the arrabiata with..."

Nicola Bursnall

"August 6th, 2019: Had dinner with a small group of friends at Throbbing Strawberry. We all had something different. We ordered pizza, beef espetada,..."

Bronwen Davies

"Not much they don't do well here. But they do my favourite Pizza, you cant go wrong. Recently discovered the Tuna Poke bowl which is awesome..."

Brendon Lewis

"👍🏾1. Great spot! Chilled, Easy Saturday night vibe. Sat outside and the ambiance was good. Nice for a couple dinner or a catch up with..."

Nonji Motlhetlhi

"It is so lovely sitting outside here. I’ve been a few times and have thoroughly enjoyed myself. The wine list is superb, we had the Klein..."

Amy Wardle

"My new favorite place - great coctails, delicious sushi and truly amazing service. The vibe was also inviting which all-in-all call for a good time...."

Luelle Van Wyk

"I looooove their food.From their Salmon to the steak. Their roasted veggies also amazing. The overall experience was great. Friendly staff and nice..."

Hopegrace Vanwyk

"Sjoe...what's not to like...been going there for what seems to be ages and never had a bad meal there, service is on point and all round great..."

Graham

"Lovely dinner out. Ive been told it was recently revamped; it looks awesome inside. And the food was devine.I had two starters, beef and..."

Lyn

"I went here quite a while back and it was absolutely fantastic.My companion and I sat outside and had a chicken salad which was a meal on its..."

Hengie

"Pretty cool place. The starters are surprisingly big and filling. Pretty cool place...fire places in winter great wine selection. Great..."

Kudzai Maeresa

"Tried out this place on Sunday afternoon.Fabulous fillet steak, baked cheese cake and Irish coffee. Great band playing and the service was..."

Tony Hulme

"I actually love this place. Food is consistently good , and drinks are delicious. I often opt for the gluten free pizza with bacon , pineapple and..."

Tormei Gove

"The food is amazing and tastes great. The restaurant is always clean and the stuff is welcoming. The service is delightful. I love it when there’s..."

Clayton Richardson

"Had a very delicious starter of stuffed calamari, couldn’t get enough! Excellent service, waiter kept topping up our wine glasses 🍷👌🏻 I am..."

Tiffany Ziervogel Todd

"I chose this restaurant because I've heard good things and I love the puns! The actual restaurant is very nice and cozy. The portions were big but..."

Shanice Gounden

"Yummy Sushi and great vibe - especially on Friday afternoons 🥂 been here a couple times for sushi and wine with the girls! Sushi is fresh and..."

Monique Le Roux

"First impression is great. Jazzy music on a light, spacious and airy patio.When the food arrived - great turned to incredible. Winner of..."

Diederik Van 't Hof

"A very good experience. This outlet offered a good menu and selection of food ranging from pasta to meat and from pizza to fish. Their quality is..."

'Alessandro Cernuschi

"This was a celebration for my daughter. We arrived at 7.30pm and we were seated at a lovely table. Drinks were ordered and within 15 minutes we had..."

Linda Magowan

"Throbbing is a wonderful everyday relaxing restaurant. Recommend highly after the upgrade to the venue. Great atmosphere. The service is above par..."

Costa Vlassis

"A lovely atmosphere sitting outside, with a cool breeze on another hot summers day! The service was quick and attentive and the menu had a variety of..."

Emma Verster

"I finally managed to eat at Throbbing Strawberry. I've been intending to do so ever since I heard there was a restaurant called Throbbing Strawberry..."

Carole Craggs

"Had duck spring rolls for starters. Mains opted for ribeye steak medium rare... steak arrived thin & well done - manager immediately took it away...."

Kabelo

"I love the atmosphere and the lovely blankets on cold days. The food is delicious. I love love love the chocolate fondant. Coming here always makes..."

Michelleprangley2

"The food and ambience at the restaurant are very good as usual. It is time though that a popular restaurant such as this is able to provide gluten..."

John

"Went there for a lunch with colleagues. I would highly recommend the Miss Piggy pizza - if you're a carnivore then you must try it. Large menu, so..."

Zandi Phoshoko

"Always a good time, a local spot for the Douglasdale and surrounding residents. Great service entertainment and food. Try the salami fig and..."

Foodie Businessman

"What a amazing spot!Arrived on Sunday lunch time - packed and great buzz. No tables available - Terence the manager greeted..."

Roy Vlooitjie Minnaar

""The Throb" is an institution in Douglasdale! Love the almost Provençal feel with the outdoorsy-water fountain and everything strawberry 🍓 flare...."

KarmaZebra

"Great food, great prices. 3 dining areas to choose from. Staff are amazing. Live entertainment over the weekends is really good too. Best place in..."

M.D. Bester

"I went to Throbbing for Sunday for the first time in years and it was awesome. The food, the setting, the service and the vibe was all incredibly..."

Ryan Whittaker

"Good decent food (like the sushi) sometimes service can be a little slow, they revamped the place a little while back so the decor and setting is a..."

Gramo

"Definitely the most vibey restaurant to sit, have sushi and a cocktail. (And hubbly!) Cucumber spaghetti and sashimi are the bonnie and clyde of this..."

Sushi-Sue

Cailyn Stevens

"Such a Cosy place to have an early dinner! I like the setting they have inside and the fact there's a lot of natural light that comes into the..."

Jacqueline De Sousa

"I pretty much live here now but no one ever bothers to ask my name, even though I always ask who is serving me. The drinks are always fantastic, so..."

Miranda

"Amazing food and it came very quickly. The cocktails were amazing and delicious and the service was absolutely lovely ! I highly recommend this..."

Gabriella

"No listen this restaurant qualified as my favorite spots .... Throughly enjoyed my pasta. Our waiter was so friendly and check up on us from to..."

Leigh Nxaba

"Had a good food experience. Service was a little slow and we waited a while to pay our bill. Other than that I would go back for a dinner again..."

Shannon Kera Scanlen

"Ahh the Throbbing Strawberry. Been around for ages. I always have a solid meal when I come here. The service is great and the staff are very..."

Keegan Foster

"Absolutely love this place! Been here a couple of times and the food is always delicious! The waiters could be a bit more informed about allergens..."

Amelia Holmes

"We spent a lovely Saturday afternoon at the throbbing strawberry and we enjoyed the food as much as the name. The environment was extremely relaxed..."

Raquel De Canha

"I was very impressed with this gem. Nice, cosy and welcoming. They have the normal selection of wines and the food was of good quality. Very tasty. ..."

Hesti Botha

"In my opinion - one of the best restaurants in Fourways! Their food is and always has been incredible and their service is top notch! Having been..."

Crissy Van Zyl

"It has reliably good food and good service. I drop by when in the area. The 4 rating is the best I'll give a South African restaurant. A five is..."

Nick Carter

"Throbbing Strawberry is a firm favorite for my husband and I! The atmosphere is laid back and inviting and we often spend hours here on..."

Tanya Morgan

"Type of food = Casual diningQuality of food = I would give it another tryService = There when I needed themAmbience =..."

@theFamilyMan

"For years and years I have visited this resturant and I absolutely love the strawberry and brie salad. It's incredible how the standard remains..."

Natalie Lazaris

"Firstly, the staff here are probably one of the most friendly bunch I have ever come across!The Fiery Prawn pasta smelled divine! Tasted..."

Chinell

"Food is always amazing, staff are always amazing, venues is always consistent and never disappoints! Love going here, I've been twice in the last 2..."

Nicola Spurdle

"Throbbing Strawberry remains one of my favorite restaurants in the Douglasdale area! They have an awesome outside area where you can sit and sip..."

Stacey Faber

"We often get pizzas from the Throbbing. This restaurant never ceases to amaze me with how popular it is. The new renovations have really made it so..."

Claudia McGregor

"Excellent service every time and a wonderful vibe! The food is great - you always get what you expect. I love the sushi and the vodka..."

Caroline

"Love the fact that you can have a champagne breakfast! The location is great and whether you sit outside or inside it's lovely.I have been..."

Neeta Raga-D

"A last minute dinner with new friends was on the cards on Saturday night and although not my first visit here, I have to say I am always..."

Heather Hook

"We went to Throbbing Strawberry for cocktails and drinks based purely off zomato reviews and photos and we were not disappointed. The service was on..."

Dr Dean Redant

"Since I went to my final Honours lecture, I decided to treat myself to a pre-exam fancy lunch for one. I am never disappointed when I go to..."

Thabsibmajija

"This has been one of my favourites for a while now. Nothing on their menu has ever disappointed me. They have amazing pizza and sushi. I..."

Andrea L

"Great place. Fresh sushi, fantastic fillet (with balsamic reduction). My husband had the hamburger which was excellent. And then the chocolate..."

Marlene Gill

"July 2017 - Food still consistent and live music on a thursday night a plus. Oct 2016 - Popped in for a Sunday afternoon catchup with some..."

Sesh

"Absolutely amazing! Chef Nikita is talented beyond words! Thank you for the awesome service and delicious food! Will definitely be back very soon..."

Nicole Ziman

"Update: Throbbing has undergone a face lift and it is still as lovely as ever! Food took slightly long, however the restaurant was packed. Lovely..."

Amy Lara Baxter

"We had a lovely time! Excellent service and delicious food. The steak was great. We want to try the pizza and pasta next time. Lovely variety on the..."

Marika_Mav

"The recent renovations have really upped Throbbing Strawberry's image,... and game it would seem.My partner had the calamari salad and was..."

Derek Hall

"This newly renovated amazing restaurant which is the local haunt for all who live in the vicinity of Douglasdale in Fourways always impresses in..."

Foodierushni_za

"One of my favourite places to go! The food is incredible, never disappoints. The cocktails are awesome. Love the vibe, friendly staff. Will..."

Lauren Faill

"I haven't been to Throbbing Strawberry in a while, they have recently renovated and the outside area is really nice for lunch. The food is also very..."

Emily Smith

Doppio Zero Rosebank

79/100 (2136 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Doppio Zero Rosebank is always on point. Even though the place was full, we got our food in short space of time and the quality of the food was..."

Palesa Moremedi

"My second home, Doppi zero blue hills Staff are amazing Management are even more amazing Delicious food amazing wine to choose from Cakes to die..."

Rochelle Lee Hallowell

"I would like to take this opportunity to say that girly at Cradel stone mall is the best waiter I have ever encountered in all my life she is..."

Candi Corlett

"For cradlestone ,Cradlestone dopio the best service and chef �Clearwater mall learn from the branch down the road their menu n preparation 100..."

Fatima Laher

"Had the Vegan Coconut Pasta last night at Rosebank.. So good! Thanks for including more vegan options in your menu, it's wonderful to have such a..."

Catherine Terblanche

"Doppio Zero Rosebank never disappoints. The service was on point and our waiter was just amazing. Kudos, please keep it up..."

Baki Matlhare

"Doppio Zero has a wide range of healthy and tasty food options to choose from! I always struggle when I am at other restaurants as it feels like they..."

Isabel Pieterse

"I absolutely love the vibe of this place. It's located in a more quiet part of the mall so it feels like you're somewhere else. The aesthetic of the..."

Aisha Moolla

"Upon arrival there was no one to seat us. Once this was sorted out the rest of the evening was pleasant. Pizza and pasta was good! Doppio is pretty..."

Vincent Bezuidenhout

"I attended the DZ Wine Extravaganza evening and it was such a great initiative. I tasted items in the menu which I never would have ordered myself,..."

Jolene

"Doppio Zero’s are generally very similar and that’s what I think makes them so authentic. I had a great time there. I would recommend sitting..."

Tondani Ndou

"Amazing atmosphere , great drinks especially the pina colada and the passion fruit drink , Alfredo pasta slightly bland however great service..."

Rafeeah

"I love this place. I love their menu, their service, their food, their ambiance. It's all great. My favourite thing to eat is the crumbed chicken..."

Smelly Celly

"Delicious food and great service! Also so many nice choices on the menu. I had the doppio pizza and my boyfriend the doppio burger. Scoop of Gelato..."

Bianca Smith

"Breakfast is always outstanding. I had an apple, mint and ginger juice, so yummy. The new breakfast menu is really nice and accommodates vegetarians..."

Radha Chhita-Nathoo

"It's one of my favorite restaurants. I was there last weekend and I enjoyed myself as usual. Had their Chef's Board. It's not their best dish but..."

Tlholohelo

"I've never come across a restaurant so consistently great. I'm there at least once a monthThe food is always delicious, well presented and..."

Jade Abbott

"Great coffee , extremely friendly and helpful STAFF ,very impressive dinning section for smokers with heater and blankets aswell a shelter that..."

Mohamed

"The ambiance is nice in this place. I had the vitamin salad, its very fresh, too healthy, not bad at all.I also shared a pizza (half..."

Calories-Inn🐷

"great food, great service in a beautiful environment nothing to complain about. would definitely recommend it to other people. the cheesecake is to..."

Hazel Moyo

"Great atmosphere, and lunch experience. difficult with large tables. Tends to get a little crowded. Good variety of vegetarian options, however one..."

Devan Chidananda Chetty

"My friends and I visited Doppio Zero for some cake and wine. Unfortunately we had some incidents with a cheesecake that was off and a dry red velvet..."

Awande Mngadi

"Doppio's motto: "The home of thin-crust gourmet pizzas and café style Mediterranean food." And although we didn't try the thin-crust gourmet pizzas,..."

Lauras World

"The Doppio Zero in Rosebank, is one of the best by far. The setting outside is perfect for breakfast. Service is very commendable. Which if not for..."

Tsume

"My favourite local, weekday, casual breakfast and lunch spot. Friendly service, wide ranging menu, fair prices. Great location and..."

Ian Mann

"Been here countless times, and i rate this is my favourite place to eat! The food is ALWAYS lovely and so is the staff. Please never disappoint me..."

Katlego Mohlala

"Still by far the best Doppio Zero outlet by in GP. Great for breakfast, lunch and supper. Food fills up the plate to match pricing. Love it!..."

Tummy

"This Doppio is probably the best one! I tried the Mediterranean Bruschetta which had feta, capers, artichokes, olives, roasted peppers and rocket..."

En.ig.mat.ic

"One of my favorite chill spots to go to with friends. Yummy food especially the dessert and friendly staff. If you can ask to be seated outside as it..."

Ameera Sackoor

"I looovvve coming to Doppio Zero & it is definitely one of my all time favourite restaurants - especially this branch. The overall set-up of the..."

Kholiswa Mqina

"By far my favourite resturant in Johannesburg, Ive tried most things in the menu ,always made to perfection... I am yet to find a better red velvet..."

Vuyokazi Mashiya-Amahle Kabane

"This Doppio is a situated in a stunning little spot in Rosebank, it’s a perfect setting for a breakfast or lunch gathering. Our waiter was nice and..."

Akira Wing

"After a long day enjoying wine n jazz I decided to spoil myself with some dessert from doppio zero in Rosebank..however I got more than. I bargained..."

Lucia Mfundo Dondashe

"Trendy, comfy, cozy restaurant with great Italian food and a great cocktail menu. Flavourful pizzas and pastas and they have gluten free options,..."

Elsabé

"Always a good option if you are in a hurry. Somewhere between fast food and good food, DZ offers a franchise style menu, good service and predictable..."

Richard

"Lovely space, daytime or night. Really enjoyed the lamb chops although pricey. Has a nice young vibe to it,makes one feel like a youth again..."

D

"Doppio Zero has always been great to me, over and over again. There is a decent menu selection and great customer service. I love their pasta and..."

Mlue Bovlei Gewurztraminer Maguba

"Awesome vibe, cold sparkling wine, fish tacos is fresh and yummy, my fiance had the bruschetta and it was reallyyyyy good, we always buy their fresh..."

Zahnee Aisha Siljeur

"I had lunch here on a Saturday afternoon and it was very busy. Far too loud and a bit too stuffy in the inside so I had to sit outside. We placed..."

Nerissa

"Probably the best doppio in my opinion. Have never been disappointed by the branch. Always good service and fantastic food. Good value for money and..."

Saltnsas

"Best pizza I have had. Period! Highly recommended!Visiting from Cape Town, here by chance. Good vibe, good service and excellent food! ..."

André Roux

"I'm always visiting this restaurant. Doppio Zero is one of my favourite places to eat. I love that they have a summer and winter menu. Adds diversity..."

Tsepiso Mbali

"An interesting selection of tapas and cheese. It is not an expensive place to eat as well so I'd definitely recommend it to someone that wants to go..."

Junior

"Dessert, dessert, dessert!!! And the food is good too! Wonderful variety for everyone - veg, non-veg, vegan, some allergy friendly meals too...."

Yummy!

"Why am I so in love with this place, and why do they do such good breakfast food!!!It was funny It was my first time to SA and Johannesburg..."

N.S

"Of course I'd go and order fettuccini arrabbiata while wearing a white shirt! So I was that person with the napkin tucked under my chin. But it was..."

Popsi

"I love this branch :-) Every meal I have had from breakfast to dinner has always been superb. The service is great and the food is delicious. I work..."

Maylene Kim May

"A really pleasant evening out. We enjoyed some of the tapas meals on offer. The potatoes and chorizo were delicious. The squid heads were a little..."

John Taylor

"Excellent lunch choice with a menu to satisfy everybody's tastes. My favorite is the Prawn and Papaya salad - healthy, tasty and sizable. Only a few..."

Rigard & Jeanine

"I found this cosy bustling nook a bit reminiscent of Oscars (Hillcrest) back home. Attentive service, warm ambience and a surprisingly quick..."

Londeka Thusi

"Great day out with my friends. Friendly service; great food but the gluten free pasta took a bit longer than expected. Will be coming back..."

Tlotlo Letlape

"I really enjoyed Doppio for breakfast. Being in ZA for work from overseas I was awake early thanks to jetlag. I had an Avo smash for breakfast on..."

YuMMM.com

"A stunning location in The Rosebank Firs. Doppio Zero has always had a good reputation and I'm glad it didn't disappoint. It was hard to choose..."

Samantha Tame Whittaker

"This has definitely become my favorite place to hang out and have a pizza/pasta. Absolutely delicious food that never disappoints; however often when..."

Klosowski.aleks

"I came here for lunch with a friend and we had a beautiful time. The atmosphere is wonderful and the service is pretty great. The meal was good and..."

Sophie Mupinga

"Been here a few times for cocktails and platters mostly. The sticky wings are pretty good as well as their pizzas. The desert platter has quite an..."

Jacques Wentzel

"Had a great early lunch at Doppio Zero. The service was great and we will definitely visit again. The highlight was the slow braised beef short rib..."

Michael Powell

"Doppio Zero is a great restaurant in its own right, but the Rosebank outlet is one of the better ones. I like meeting clients here for..."

JoziStyle

"Doppio at the Firs is really an outstanding restaurant. The staff are always friendly and informative, and the food is always amazing!On my..."

Natalia Bonegio

"I have never been a fan of Doppio Zero's pasta, as often time I have found them to be rather bland. However, I hade the pasta loco, and the prawn,..."

Mpho Makhetha

"Doppio Rosebank was, at one point, the weekly meeting spot of my crew as well as a pleasant place to get some work done during the day, till the..."

Rosanela Pierce

"I love consistency with Doppio Zero of any branch . I had a lovely breakfast this am with my friend and Jenet our waiter was attentive ......"

Abs

"Amazing vibe, great food and my favourite drinks, I'm a happy foodie.I hade salmon fish cakes with Asian slaw, absolutely delicious.My..."

Jayson-Leigh Du Sart

The Greek Sizzler

77/100 (1855 ratings)

"Fantastic large platter, more than enough for 4, delicious authentic Greek food, lovely service Georgia was very entertaining and great atmosphere...."

Maygan Joy Jennings

"This is such an awesome place. The food is delicious although 3 people out of our party of 7 felt that the servings were too small.Two of us had..."

Hengie

"My wife and I visit at least once a month and have never been disappointed. Food has always been tasty and served quite quickly. Never had to wait..."

Leon_boshoff

"I really cannot understand why this place isn't rated higher than 3.5 I have been coming here for years and really never had an issue besides slow..."

Gramo

"Food is always delicious! So tasty and authentically Greek! Service is friendly and efficient! Relaxing atmosphere! Beautiful setting in the..."

Karen Walstra

"Had a chat with the owner today while grabbing lunch, lekker guy just don't argue with him about Greek food hahaha.Food was good as usual,..."

Dustyn Campbell

"Greek food at it's best. No frills, just tasty, simple food. The setting is rustic and during the summertime sitting in the courtyard is lovely. The..."

Veida Aslam

"Great Haloumi starter. Enjoyed the liver starter but a bit too hot and too much sauce and why brown bread instead of pita? . The Meatballs were nice..."

Bggl

"Fantastic local Greek joint. I love the yiro in pita. The size is perfect. Pair it with chips and extra tzatiki and you have a delicious winner. It's..."

Maegan

"I have not given the sizzler the highest rating and that is simply because after all the years I've given them a chance I am faced with both sides of..."

Warren

"Fabulous spot near North gate. You can sit outside and enjoy a casual evening of good food and great company. The service is always prompt and the..."

Anandie

"Really great food, the calamari and halloumi are my best tapas dishes here and the venue is a nicely tucked away hidden gem. The staff are..."

Nicole

"So many Greek restaurants attempt to do a mezze platter and fail. My advice - go to Greek Sizzler & get the best. Tasty, plenty, yum. Big enough to..."

Estelle Langenhoven

"What a wonderfully relaxed and enjoyable evening! The service was friendly, the ambience was very pleasant and the food was absolutely divine... From..."

Stacey-Lee La Bella

"This a is a hidden gem, unfortunately in Joburg we don't have enough Greek restaurants but luckily this one is literally around the corner from me,..."

Roxy Bruinenberg

"Warm greeting on a cold winters night. The great reception was followed by exemplary service, great recommendations and 5* food. Highly recommend..."

Mark Holland

"Serious hidden gem! I have seen this restaurant a few times and didn't think much of it. Once you step inside you enter an authentically Greek..."

Mikayla Jo Birkholtz

"This has to be one of my favourite greek restaurants in the world. I Mostly enjoy their specials, or their fish of the day. I love the service, the..."

Reason Artist Page

"Looked at past reviews; was concerned when I saw the reviews from Megan, Bary & Johan but decided to give it a try. Was not disappointed - food and..."

John Wanliss

"Definitely a restaurant of choice. Been there for birthdays, lunches, casual dinners and they never disappoint. Lamb shanks are to die for, meze..."

Diederik Van 't Hof

"The Greek Sizzler is definitely one of my favourite restaurants. The food is so delicious with very generous portions (up my alley). Of course, Greek..."

Jaime The Jambo

"@Greek Sizzler we are clients twice a week and we have been going to this lovely homely friendly place for over a decade. Food is fantastic, we are..."

Sonya Rebelo

"Amazing restaurant - I love Greek food and I loooooove the look of the restaurant. Mini holiday feel! Great service too. Comparing it to Mythos - it..."

Blondie

"We're regulars there. Love the food and atmosphere. Very relaxing and the kids have a little playground to keep them busy. Pity the area is starting..."

Alan Johnson

"The best lamb shank inclusive of tasty home cooked veggies for R145. Seafood platter R150.Fireplace for winter.desserts average R25.Wine list well..."

Garth Williamson

"Always incredible, fresh food and friendly, attentive service. Chocolate mousse is a MUST! Yiro pita's are the best I've..."

Maja Debeljkovic

"A great, reliable and good value-for-money eatery. Good menu, good food, good service. Venue needs to be freshened up a..."

Kaz In Jozi

"A pleasant surprise at the quality and freshness of the food. We enjoyed a meze platter of which every item was sinfully delicious. The atmosphere is..."

Elwynn

"Pleasant ambience, appropriate (Greek) background music, good service, and absolutely excellent food. I had a lamb shank (Kleftico) and it was really..."

Graeme Adamson

"This is a lovely restaurant. I've had great food here - the platters are a great option when dining with a group and the mezze's are just delicious...."

Zoe Lansdell

"This is one of our favorite restaurants. The menu, ambience and service is excellent. I have had amazing meals here...."

Leigh Robinson

"A very nice place - inside, or outside under the bougainvilleas. Waitron ('hate that word!) Anthea was very friendly and accommodating. Granny and..."

Hyran Cook

"The family and I have enjoyed many a good authentic Greek experience at this restaurant and enjoyed it for it's good service and genuine Greek fair...."

Colin Jennings

"Good service, amazing food, cute cats, and lovely vibe..."

Stephanie Steenkamp

"Wow, will definitely like to visit again, the authenticity definitely looks original,..."

JP Jonker

"Love the Grecian feel to it! The food is very tasty and full of the authentic Mediterranean flavours. Definitely recommend it! A great family..."

Costa Seindis

"Consistently the best greek food in the area for the last 20..."

Dust C

"Favorite Greek restaurant. Excellent meal, again! Relaxed setting outside and friendly..."

Renske Schoenmaker

"Great food; you will have to get take away as restaurant not..."

Stef

"Best pitas I have ever eaten. Friendly service even though I only popped in to order takeaways, and then had to order another on the Mr D app. Soo..."

nicky stonehouse

"Lovely atmosphere as we celebrated a 60th and a farewell and sat outside. Good service, friendly staff. The platters were awesome. So great to taste..."

Riana Lingwood

"It was a quiet night, but the food was great and service efficient and friendly. Loved the family of kitty's in the tree. There was an unfortunate..."

Claire Sayer

"Great restaurant for a meal or a group event. The outside seating is fantastic for enjoying the amazing food under the trees. They even offer clay..."

Brian de Klerk

"Great menu options to suit most tastes, a bit on the quite side but could have been due to a mid week time. Was disappointed that the fire hearth..."

Colette Theron

"Love this places simple but authentic food. Been going for years and always the same high standard, well priced lovely for a lazy Sunday afternoon..."

Bernard Wagner

"I am on holiday from the UK and The Greek Sizzler was the restaurant I headed for. All the years of being away and dreaming about Kleftiko finally..."

Norma Joan Robinson

"Always a great experience. Relaxed atmosphere with some greek music playing in the background. Excellent and authentic Greek food that is always..."

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