Best Cafe in Johannesburg

2 restaurant menus in South Africa, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Arbour Cafe & Courtyard
Arbour Cafe & Courtyard
78/100 (830 ratings)
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Belgian Hot Chocolate
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Our Signature French Buckwheat Pancakes
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"This cute little cafe is everything you need for a great catchup with a friend. It's has a cute and homey but down to earth feel to it. The menu has..."
Aisha Moolla
"I really love this place. I had my birthday there yesterday and I am amazed how great the service was. There were another big table behind us and the..."
Zani Bormann
"Cute cafe. The rear courtyard just adds that extra special element to the experience. Staff were friendly and accommodating, service was optimal and..."
AG
"This is such a cute little place to eat.Disappointed by the waiter who didn’t give us the best service, didn’t check up on us to even order..."
Katlego Mohlala
"Great little hidden gem in Birdhaven. The courtyard at the back is a great outdoor eating space. The breakfast/day menu has all the usual options,..."
Ashdesai5
"What a stunning afternoon at Arbour Café. We arrived to warm and friendly smiles. We arrived much earlier than our originally stated time and..."
Björn Luciano Salsone
"Had breakfast with a friend here one Saturday morning. The outside courtyard is quite cute. It looks bigger in pics but there is limited seating so..."
Nadhiya
"It's a nice restaurant and the green theme of the walls etc is pleasing to look at and adds to the Aura of the place. Good food and drinks...."
Aashish Rai
"Headed over to Arbour Cafe for my parent's 34th wedding anniversary and had a pretty decent time. The centre which this place resides in is an..."
Elizabeth Grieve
"After hearing great reviews of this restaurant- I had to try it! It certainly lived up to all my expectations. I love the courtyard aspect and how..."
Megz Mackintosh
"Quiet and quaint little spot. The courtyard is small but super cosy. The breakfast menu is lovely and has some great choices. The service speed was..."
Lloyd Blake
"Great spot for breakfast and lunch - I really enjoy the open courtyard on a warm day. I’ve tried the galettes and salads - both excellent. Service..."
Rohini Sawu
"25.11.2017 I was invited to attend a friends birthday party here. I arrived a bit early to check out the venue. Lovely outside setup and upstairs..."
The Food Musketeer
"Lovely restaurant, food is amazing, atmosphere is so calming and the waiters are friendly and attentive. Beautiful decor, it's a great place for a..."
Ameera Sackoor
"Really nice little restaurant with a nice outside courtyard seating location. The service was a bit slow but friendly. The food was very tasty and..."
Miguel Dos Santos
"I love quaint, quirky places that make small space into something cool. The courtyard is as they say, in the middle of a block. Its simple and throw..."
Sesh
"Wonderful ambience. I would recommend you go in the evening when the fairy lights are on. A beautiful place for a romantic evening. French Cafe feel...."
Vinolin Naidoo
"One of my fondest memories of Paris was strolling past the Eiffel tower nibbling on a Nutella crêpe, so you can imagine my excitement when I was..."
Jeff Siepman
"Finally managed to tick this off the list. I recommend sitting outdoors. Service is good, chocolate croissants are delicious and omelettes are fluffy..."
Travis
"Had lunch here on Saturday. We elected to sit in their beautiful courtyard even though it was a little chilly. The waiters provided us with blankets..."
Michelle
"What a find! Setting different and relaxing.  Ambience - great (even well-behaved dogs allowed on leashes).  Owner Larry and all Staff most..."
Sally Gallagher
"As mentioned time and again, I'm in love with cafes. Any country any city I visit I search for the cafes on Zomato and plan my weekends brunch around..."
Namita Lad
"My family and I tried out this amazing cafe on Mother's Day last week. We initially booked for breakfast but had no idea it would be a buffet..."
Azrah Kadwa
"Beautiful restaurant with a delightful menu! We shared the salmon galette and the apple with Brie galette - both divine. Will definitely be back to..."
Robyn Hewitt
"Absolutely amazing evening, a must !The crispy duck was mind blowing. The cherry on the top was the free bottle of GOOD wine for April..."
Jarydridgeway
"A break during campus definitely calls for some exploring. I came to arbour cafe and thought it was a small little cafe till I was guided..."
Abdullah Mahamed
"This place was such a sweet find. Really enjoyed my breakfast here in the courtyard - it was a sunny day, place was buzzing and the menu had so much..."
Diana Mak
"I went here with my fiance, parents and her parents and we had a lovely time. The food, of which we got two burgers, sandwiches and a tomato pasta..."
Adam W
"Went to Arbout Cafe over the weekend and had an absolutely lovely time. We were not able to sit in the courtyard sadly as it was hired for..."
Amy Lara Baxter
"Friendly staff, beautiful courtyard and delicious food. I was greeted with smiles and my waiter was on the ball. The portion sizes are very..."
Tsepiso Mbali
"A bit of a drive for brunch but very worth it. I had the smoked salmon, creme fraiche & egg galette. The galette which is gluten free was so good, I..."
Mayuri
"What a great restaurant and such a lovely space. Whether you prefer to be inside and intimate or outside and celebratory, the space is open to you...."
Martin Headger
"I finally got to this local French café on Sunday and could not have been more impressed with both the healthy, nutritional take on staples and the..."
Lauras World
"This is a lovely hidden gem of a cafe.  I especially love the courtyard.  The menu is simple but different.  The food was delicious and the..."
Shakti Wood
"Quaint little gem of a place we discovered. We both had galettes to eat, mine was with creamed spinach and my boyfriends with salmon....both very..."
Agata Jarosz
"Went for lunch with my mum. I don't love the inside of this place - it's cramped and draughty at times but the courtyard is lovely. The menu isn't..."
Jill Nudelman
"What a gem of a place! The courtyard is so cute, perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea. My food was as pleasing as the surrounds. The creamy..."
Tam Loves Food
"Went to Arbour for lunch and I'm obsessed with the setting! I love courtyards and cute places. This is great place for babyshowers/birthday..."
Mmule
"This place is absolutely pure bliss. The food is fresh and accompanies the weather. Fresh and delicious food. Prices are affordable for the meals...."
Come Dine With Tshego
"Friendly staff and good food make this little, intimate bistro a must. Great for an intimate birthday tea or lunch as the venue has an outside..."
Candice-Lee Gow Morgan
"Arbour Cafe is such a nice spot to having a relaxing yet vibey breakfast. You can even bring your dogs. Sitting in the courtyard is such a nice way..."
Kyla Meyerson
"The reviews were fairly positive and the café is on the Entertainer app, so we decided to try it out for brunch. The mushroom galette and the..."
Grant & Sam
"Pancake missions and a whole lot of searching on Zomato found us at Arbour Cafe & CourtyardA very serene, French style venue with delicious..."
Likers Of Things
"Nestled in the quaint Birdhaven, Arbour Cafe is a gorgeous hidden gem not to be missed out on.It is simply delightful to sit in their..."
Klee Barris
"Friendly and efficient wait staff, the food was really good, my boyfriend had the full breakfast which he said was cooked perfectly and was served..."
Lesley Street
"Love eating at this little hidden cafe. @arbourcafe is a relaxing spot with awesome food. I started and ended with a well prepared #cappuccino (using..."
Your Taste Buds
"Excellent food. Attactive setting. Relaxed vibe. Have had many lunches and breakfasts at this spot and have never come away disappointed. Best for a..."
Jonty Kay
"If you're looking for the best crepes in Joburg, this is definitely the place to go to. The beautiful courtyard has a very relaxed atmosphere, and..."
Claudi Potter
"Arbour is a great choice for a lazy breakfast or lunch.  A very cool spot to chill out on the weekend, especially in the courtyard. The food is..."
Peter Klein
"I have dreams about Arbour's duck confit! And the rest of their French-inspired menu is equally sumptuous. This  is one of my favourite spots to..."
Kanina
"Love this place! a hidden gem with a gorgeous courtyard. One of the few restaurants in Jhb that's off the street. A wonderful place to bring my kids..."
Candice Dingle
"Awesome courtyard space tucked away from the busy Johannesburg streets with a very relaxing atmosphere. Our waiter was very attentive and friendly...."
Luke Robins
"Had such a great experience for my dad's birthday lunch on Saturday - great service from our waiter, Promise. What an amazing courtyard, especially..."
Zané Aspinall
"Beautiful courtyard setting with pretty trellises and tables and chairs. Service is not great, but the cappuccinos are yum and I had a baguette..."
Dana Booth
"Amazing food and such a beautiful setting, truly a hidden gem! The courtyard is the ultimate place to indulge in their delicious food and soak up the..."
Taryn
"We visited this beautiful little spot for breakfast on a cold public holiday's morning. The cappuccinos we brilliant, perfect temperature and not..."
Kate Leigh Walker
"@yasheen Chetty Was really excited to try a new breakfast spot and loved the idea of sitting in the sunny courtyard. I was a bit disappointed..."
Charmaine Rautenbach
"After much anticipation, we went to this wonderful little hot spot in Birdhaven. A lazy Saturday brunch in the courtyard, sitting in the glistening..."
Natalie Lazaris
"Really interesting little lunch spot! French inspired menu and the fact that there's a courtyard seating option make this really worth it..."
Matthew Stretch
"Gorgeous restaurant, looks small from the front and then one walks through to the most magnificent courtyard at the back, super place to meet friends..."
Annie Hodes
"A really nice place to have a relaxing lunch, it's well decorated and very quiet. The food is really good, we had a salted caramel and apple crepe..."
Catherine Lee
"Love this place! Quaint, outdoor with a small garden and sun. Nice venue to host an intimate private baby shower or tea party. They have a closed off..."
Donna Chiang
"I thoroughly enjoyed my caramelised onion, Brie, rocket and country ham omelette! And a delicious miracle juice of beetroot Apple orange spinach and..."
Nicole
"Best beef and mushroom steak I've ever had! Totally digging the courtyard, would be even greater if there were plans hanging from the top so we..."
Sinalo Mkaza
"Arbour cafe is such a nice hangout spot over weekends. It's located close to the Birdhaven park which makes it a very peaceful spot to meet up with..."
Carla15
"Nice courtyard atmosphere and very accommodating staff and management. Menu is interesting, coffee strong and food served hot. Signature galletes a..."
Deborah Kirkman
"Walked by a busy Voodoo Lilly to try this place, only to find it empty. Decided to try it anyway and was escorted to the courtyard which is why the..."
Irfaan
"Beautiful day after a week of rain and we decided to visit Arbour Cafe for lunch. The place is has a quaint courtyard to relax within. I ordered the..."
Shilan Govender
"This is a cute spot for a decent breakfast if you don't mind spending a bit. It didn't break the bank but for R130 (breakfast and delicious Chai..."
Love.Life.Daley
"Started my day with breakfast in the beautiful court yard. They have an extensive and interesting breakfast menu with nice take on the breakfast..."
Nthabiseng Chaane
"Despite being in a good location, it's slightly outshone by 'vodoo lily cafe' which is just 2 doors down and was packed when I walked by. We sat..."
Love.Life.Daley
"To be honest, I expected a lot more from Arbour. Firstly I feel that the menu is overpriced. Ordered an open chicken sandwich for a hefty price..."
Yanir Grindler
"Located in the leafy suburb of Birdhaven, close to Ethel Gray park, this hidden gem is the perfect oasis for a French inspired cafe style meal in a..."
The SA Food Guru
"Best buckwheat pancakes ever! Service was lovely and unobtrusive. The decor is lovely and the courtyard looks like a great party venue. I'll be..."
Aida Mwaniki
"Wow wow wow, what a gem hidden away they the only reason I knew there was a restaurant here was due to zomato. I wanted to meet a friend for..."
Inge Nefdt
"From the outside, Arbour cafe doesn't look like anything special but once you get to the courtyard you're transported to a little piece of French..."
Megan Fisher
"We had a really tasty breakfast in their courtyard. I had their buckwheat pancakes and my husband had an omelette- they were both really delicious!..."
Claudia McGregor
"Fantastic meal and excellent service with a very friendly management team and staff. The courtyard is a a nice cool environment to hang out in...."
Owen Cook
"I absolutely love this restaurant. The chicken and broccoli salad is the best thing on the menu and if you add some extra artichokes you..."
Holly Griffiths
"Such a pretty little shop, and I love the courtyard at the back. Their menu is very limited and can get a bit annoying, as their prices are also on..."
Eat More!
"Despite being a cloudy day, I really enjoyed having lunch in the courtyard. We ordered the creamy peri peri chicken sandwich and the mushroom..."
Cari
"Lovely breakfast and lunch spot.Lovely salads! Awesome brownies! Refreshing spritzers. It's such a nice spot to get some wifi and get some..."
Candistripe
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"Surprising restaurant hidden in the corner of the airport. Delicious meals and great service! The menu is vast offering a variety of different..."
Kirst Talbot
"Meriam Mongatane gave us excellent service. She was so patient with our crazy orders. She really radiated this joy and peace around her. Truly All..."
Siphathisiwe Mnindwa
"We had such a great time. Meriam Mongatane is such a wonderful soul, she really made us want to come back with her big nice smile. We need more happy..."
Sam Zikhali
"The service was good thanks to Meriam Mongatane. She's an awesome and kind person. She made us feel at..."
Setty Mnindwa
"Jabulile gave us an amazing experience. Thank you and will come back again and hopefully be served by her..."
Bonolo Mokgautsi
"Nqobible was absolutely amazing, so friendly and in 40min I had good 2 drinks and paid my bill all with a..."
Miche Stassen
"Thank you very much, Jabulile was an amazing person, I will definitely come..."
Brilliant Lehomo
"Meriam Mongatane went over and above her duty. Excellent..."
Dot Brown
"Their milkshakes are to die for, not sickly sweet or overly creamy. A good range of menu options and kind, approachable staff. The most affordable..."
Nicole Bosch
"Friendly service with a big variety on the menu to pick from. Well ventilated smoking..."
Shaz
"Great stop in the airport !!! Friendly staff, quiet area to relax before your..."
Dena Scoullos
"Good food. Excellent location and excellent helpful..."
Teresa Pereira