TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in South Africa - Updated November 2024

"Visited this gem yesterday for a birthday celebration, and I cannot wait to stop by again. Fantastic food, great service and a stunning art gallery...."

Kimberly Taryn Bradford Brown

"I loved the decor, the artwork, antique furniture, beautiful garden setting and the background music was just up my alley! The music- Loved it!..."

Leila Montgomery

"Absolutely love Possums. Great menu, great service, amazing wine list & just an all round stunning setting. A favorite place to get together with..."

Judith Goddard

"Food is absolutely delicious...setting is perfect and the ambiance sheer peace...a must have lunch..."

Cathy Weimers-Foster

"What an amazing gem... coming from a frenchie, I can say the food is really amazing and great value for money too � ambiance and service were..."

Isabelle Carole Hagner

"Great ladies breakfast with impeccable service and an outstanding meal. Definitely a spot I will recommend to..."

Nadine Swart

"When it comes to awesome food and a great location - you have come to the right place! 5star all..."

Grant Keenan

"I will be returning with my entourage and family for my 39th Birthday in March. �� JHB's best hidden treasure......"

Hlubi Mboya

"We had an incredible time here! It is definitely a place we will always have a meal at when we are in..."

Christine Garde Denning

"Great atmosphere and good quality food! Despite a small mishap with my order, all was well because of the excellent service. Highly..."

Felix Smit

"Beautiful place, wonderful staff, gorgeous doggies, friendly people, happy atmosphere and always delicious food ❤❤❤ I can't fault this place in..."

Diana Niabattei

"Quickly stopped here for a drink with a friend.Beautiful atmosphere, very private/quiet little restaurant. It’s almost like relaxing in..."

Sean William

"My last visit was about 2 years ago, and the reason for not returning sooner was because the food didn't leave us missing this place at all. ..."

Robyn Lin

"We were there for lunch. Lovely setting, great food. The salmon was fantastic and the lamb rack. Will deffinately visit again.Parking is a bit..."

Greg Smuts

"I’ve been to Possum’s twice and enjoyed both times. You must go. It’s good for families, with quiet corners for dates. Book in advance...."

Tenjiwe Moyana

"The setting is perfect, whether inside or on the deck. The food is rather unique so prepare to be dined. Fairly expensive for what you get...."

Stuninho

"Possums was such a hidden gem. I was looking forward to taking some friends there after not being back in a few months and I could not believe how..."

Dzithe Phiri

"We really enjoyed this cute, relaxing restaurant. The setting is perfect for a hot evening. The garden like setting has a French bistro feel, with..."

Bronwyn Stromsoe

"I have been here a few times and have always had great food and good service. The setting is lovely, just what we need in Joburg! However, I would..."

Melshocked

"This place feels like such a neighbourhood gem. It feels cosy and relaxed. We dined outside and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. There's lots of art to..."

Sphilile Masimula

"Location, service and decor is really great and their festive gear is really nice. The steak was perfect but the rest of the food was average,..."

Steve Nicholls

"The ambience of this restaurant makes it well worth the visit. Lovely setting, especially if outside. Great place to spend an extended lunch...."

Lauren Hargreaves

"Been here twice in the last few weeks. Once for a baby shower and that was fabulous. And then for lunch with my sister. We had such an..."

Jeanette Verster

"Very cute little hidden gem. Food is great but not many veg options. The bar is also nice for a drink and a different vibe but it’s a bit smoky and..."

Sabrina Kennedy

"A lovely venue with a unique vibe, sadly some let downs. Attending a friend's birthday on Saturday, we found the restaurant relatively empty as it..."

Anél Fourie

"What a gorgeous little place !!! Loved sitting underneath the fairy lights . The menu is small-ish but offers variety.The food was good ,..."

Nikita

"Just love Possum's!!! The garden, the setting, the vibe, the service, the food. Had an event there and it was absolutely beautiful. Sunday lunchs are..."

Claude Kyriakos

"My husband and I love this restaurant and have brought our families here who love it just as much. A beautiful setting and ambiance, especially on..."

Katie Brazer

"Lovely afternoon sitting outside in the warm sun. Food was very good. We both had the prawn pasta - my friend said it was the best she had ever..."

Dale Walden

"Really great spot. One of my favourites. Sit in the garden amongst pots filled with beautiful plants and flowers. Large variety of dishes -..."

Divan Van Der Merwe

"Lovely food and atmosphere here, and would have gotten a higher review if not for an unfortunate eventuality - as our Sunday lunch continued, our..."

Joanne Kahn

"I just love the vibe here. Sunday lunch is usually advisable to book..we were kindly squeezed in. A uniquely inspired menu where I have found every..."

Sandy Foce

"Great afternoon spent inside by the gas heater.... From the outside it looked like it would have a fireplace (I'm sure it did), but we were..."

Ross Passmoor

"A delightful restaurant in the heart of Craighall. The setting and ambiance is quaint perfect for a business dinner, romantic evening or a casual..."

Maria123

"Oh Possum's how subdued yet quaint you are!We had the most delicious tapas style late lunch there a couple of months ago. I would definitely..."

Simóne Ferreira

"Great dog-friendly neighbourhood place.Had the salmon for lunch and I think it was the best I've ever had.We often have the..."

Lara Kerbelker

"A great place to get away from the crowds. Lovely menu, and beautiful alfresco space underneath the trees outside. Staff are helpful and the service..."

The SA Food Guru

"Ridden past here often enough so had to try out some time. Went for a family lunch on a public holiday, lovely outdoor setting with staff..."

Owen Tennant

"Went for Sunday brunch and it was lovely! Small but good breakfast menu, lovely setting outside in the courtyard, good service and tasty food (we had..."

Nicole Zetler Shapiro

"First time at Possums and just loved the ambiance, elegant, beautifully decorated and romantically lit. The outside area with fires burning was..."

Lauren

"I've been a few times and always experience excellent service and superb food! I had a delicious and huge beef burger, perfectly cooked. Others had..."

Robyn Hoffe

"Possums has a really good reputation & has been around for a while...as such it has a pretty loyal following and comes highly recommended. I think..."

Sharima Bramannan

"Sunday lunch. Ordered the norwegian salmon and roasted butternut.. Excellent. Salmon seared to perfection. Presented really nicely too. Then had the..."

Remo Castellan

"Lovely, outdoor setting and pavement café vibe. Great wine list but I'm kinda tired of restaurants making such massive mark-ups on wine......"

Melissa

"Consistently excellent food and great service in a beautiful setting. Possum's menu has creative choices and is classy, without being over the..."

Merle Werbeloff

"Violently hungover and needed a breakfast of epic proportions to alleviate me of the tequila aftershocks fumbling through my body. First ordered the..."

Kurt Baden Cairns

"Possums has a great location with a courtyard and a lovely vibe. The waiters were all really friendly and efficient and the food was great. We were..."

Kim Callender-Easby

"Located on my homeward bound route and always wonder what the big attraction is and why it is always so busy.Now I know the reason is because it is a..."

Francois Marais Van Zyl

"The perfect venue for a small year-end bash. The setting is quite tranquil with perfectly curated decor. The waiters were awesome and the food..."

Heidi Bantam

"The new location is so beautiful - very happy to have Possums in Craighall now. We had a friend's birthday dinner there and service was attentive...."

Blair Burmeister

"Currently, in my opinion, the best restaurant in the area. Beautiful venue with a well kept garden, restaurant has a beautiful interior - you can..."

Almarenetpentz

"Possum's has become a bit of a standard in the central north.Service is always great, and food generally good.The setting (especially..."

Jackson L

"An unexpected little gem. Beautiful garden setting with plenty of indoor seating as well. There are several nooks and crannies that can supply a bit..."

Johan Brits

"What a beautiful restaurant, the outside area is in a garden filled with flowers and makes you feel like staying the whole afternoon. The food was..."

Ria Fraser @CityFlavours

"I have to say that it is quite difficult to find a restaurant that takes you out of the city for a while. Set in the heart of Hurlingham, Possums has..."

Carolyn Purdy

"Interesting menu. Service was ok, not the best. There were 7 different meals at our table and everyone was generally happy. I had a New York..."

PJ Prinsloo

"Visited Possums for a restaurant week dinner. Lovely ambiance, service was excellent but I wasn't so keen about my dishes. I ordered the brinjal,..."

Kubash Govender

"This is one of those spots where one has to try at least once in your jhb culinary journey. This little gem is a great example of a well run..."

Daniel Wiggill

"Fantastic dinner spot with beautiful lighting and a great atmosphere outside! Food was also sunning and the service was quick and friendly! Would..."

Janine Howard

"Very nice outside section for Summer, would like to return for breakfast some time. We had dinner, the menu is extensive menu with lots of options,..."

Jo Burger

"Nice venue for an afternoon lunch. Overall the experience was good however there were a few things on the menu they didn't have, we were only told..."

Greg Wilson

"A great meal and a great day. Fantastic service followed by delicious food. You have to love this spot ...walking through the gardens and admiring..."

Natalie Lazaris

"We decided to try out Possum's on Burnside as part of restaurant week and I thoroughly enjoyed my experience.The restaurant has a big open..."

Emily Smith

"The food is fantastic. Service and location is really nice. We had an unpleasant encounter with the owner / manager who was upset that a waiter had..."

Linda Meyer

"Possums is your typical Saturday or Sunday afternoon drinks place. Perfect for sundowners, out in the open. Portions are a bit small for the price...."

Carolyn Watt-Pringle

"Food was great!! Very nice seating area outside. Prices are also very good for the amount of food you get. Only bad part was the coffee cups. It was..."

Mieke van Niekerk

"Possums is a cosy intimate restaurant. Food is great and we had such a good time that we were reminded to go home😁. The setting is romantic with..."

Harold Eggar

"Great food! Id talk about the ambience but I was there for the food🤣it's a beautiful location. I had the pork ribs which were heavenly. My..."

Itago Kangashi

"Very good food and we love the atmosphere. The platter is very good and we loved the service as always. Only reason we rated them down a bit is they..."

Werner Wilders

"Amazing; had lunch here earlier this month (again) and we were very pleased. Great food, great service and great location. Perfect for a long lazy..."

Fumani Shisana

"Lovely garden spot for a bite. All meals served. The breakfast was superb. Secure parking in a side street off Jan Smuts..."

Margi Butler

"Possums is a surprise. It is not overdone or underdone in any way... Mood, decor, menu service. It is classy, and calm, and friendly all at the same..."

Heather Brits

"Awesome food here. Wow I love Possums... great food and great memories. The rustic outdoors theme makes one want to eat and the waiters really..."

Adam Baatjes

"Laidback place, its a villa with a nice garden where you can relax and chill here. Food is tasty and ingredient is fresh. They got small art gallery..."

Mohamed Bin Naser

"Beautiful setting with delicious food! Had a fabulous time and will definitely go back. Lovely for a summer..."

Shelley Dundee

"Great morning breakfast, great start to the day. Lovely morning jazz with a toasty fire in the background takes the chill out the..."

Peter Duxbury

"Such a lovely place for an event ......Daughter in law had her baby shower..."

Nanette Miranda

"Absolutely beautiful! Loved the outdoor setting and live music..."

Vanessa Kabakisa

"Beautiful place to go on any given day. What a hidden treasure this place is. The food was great and great..."

Priscilla kgwale

"Beautiful place and amazing service ... great spot to just..."

Kyle Abraham

"Great to sit outside, hospitality and food always constant. The musician Sean added the cherry on top. Well done..."

Terry Zafiropoulos

"Possums has great menu options and pricing is fair. Very nice outdoor seating, and we highly recommend the..."

Waldo Aucamp

"Lovely atmosphere and ambience. Upper market restaurant. Not an extensive menu, however whatever you order will be served very well. Original and..."

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