Best Grilled Calamari in Johannesburg

6 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)
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La Parada Dainfern Square
La Parada Dainfern Square
100/100 (10 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
European
Mediterranean
Spanish
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Breakfast
After-hours
Salad
Those Ribs
Chorizo and Cheese Parcels
T-bone
Cappucino
Grilled Calamari
Crispy Chicken Pizza
European
Spanish
Mediterranean
Bar
Pub
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Drinks
Mid-range
The Grillhouse Melrose Arch
The Grillhouse Melrose Arch
87/100 (5340 ratings)
Restaurants
Grill
Steakhouse
Vegetarian Friendly
Steakhouse
Grill
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Lamb
Mussels
Fresh Oysters on the Half Shell
Oxtail
200g Filet Mignon
Chicken Livers
Ostrich Medallions
Meat platter
Fillet on the Bone
Steak salad
Ribs and Chicken Tender Platter
Chicken Schnitzel
Red wine
Rump steak
Vegetarian Platter
Beef
Fillet Mignon
Pepper
Don Pedro
Salad
Prawns
Chocolate Brownies
Chocolate Mouse
Grilled Calamari
Sit down
Grill
Steakhouse
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Street Parking
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Amazing service and amazing steak! Nigel and Michel were amazing , wine glass was never empty, Nigel was attentive and always there. And when our..."
Emad Raja
"Thank you to Sean and Alex for saving my anniversary! After a horrible experience at a nearby restaurant, we were treated like gold here with the..."
Nicola Liebenberg
"The most tasty meal, and a relaxing atmosphere on a Saturday afternoon. We had the most delightful and knowledgeable waiter. Thank you for a most..."
Elaine Kloka Hutchison Miller
"What an amazing time we had. The food was just superb. Indeed you are grill specialists. ��� And the waiter Mike, world class this..."
Martin Manqoba Masilela
"The food at the Grillhouse in Melrose Arch is fantastic. The quality of their meat is outstanding. Nothing beats their beef ribs! I have eaten here..."
Tiffany
"Service is really good. Love their steaks. It's my second time in the city and second time here too. They have a diversified menu, great ambience and..."
Ali Suhail
"One of the best clean and friendly atmosphere. Friendly staff and the food was amazing. Definitely going back again. Went there for lunch after a..."
Mmabatho
"Our waiter was friendly and the service was good. Ordered a fillet from the specials menu, was really good but the butternut was a little cold,..."
Christy Lee Edmunds
"The atmosphere was good, staff was friendly. Overall it was a really good experience. WARNING: if you are going to ofer the spatchcock chicken,..."
Food Loving 101
"We spent a wonderful spring afternoon on the patio at the melrose arch grillhouse. The table had the mushroom fillet, pork ribs, salmon , lamb shank..."
Athena Pavlakis
"Some of the best ribs in Jozie, exceptional service and great range from steaks, sea food, ribs and kids menu. Also now serving Leffe Blond on..."
Michael Dowden
"Business lunch here was a great experience. Had the pepper crusted saddle lamb cutlets and colleagues had the 300g steak dishes. The wine pairing was..."
Sudhish Mohan
"The Grillhouse is a nice addition to Melrose Arch and is well located in the square. The ambiance was relaxed and warm and felt like you were in a..."
Gary Greenberg
"Eating at the Grillhouse is like staying at a Holiday Inn you know what your getting the standard is likely to be decent no matter which one you go..."
Louise
"What a great ambience! Friendly staff and all round good service. Loved the food, myself and my boyfriend has a rump steak with chips and to top it..."
Bianca Zoë Georgiou
"Amazing atmosphere , friendly and helpful staff and definetly great food (the vegetarian platter was surprisingly the best I've tasted)overall a must..."
Rafeeah
"Have been to the Grillhouse Rosebank a few times where the service is just awful.  In my opinion the Melrose Branch is much better.  I cant say..."
LB
"We had an amazing first experience at the Grillhouse! Our steaks were perfection to say the least and the service we received from Othue and Isaac..."
Priyanka Govender
"I took my bf here last night for his birthday. We ordered steak with chips and i had a burger with mushroom sauce. I asked for a salad on the side..."
Lindy Dall
"Nigel, the waiter was excellent. Both him and the manager on duty, Nicky were friendly and attentive. Good food, excellent service we will always be..."
Adam Marcello
"Ok?so tonight it was the first time we have been to this Grill House,although we have been to their other branch before it closed many many times. So..."
Natasha Lutz
"Visted the Grill House over the festive season. Lovely service, friendly and helpful staff. Steak was really cooked medium rare as requested and the..."
Yajna
"Visited here last night for dinner without a reservation and managed to get a table on outside deck. It the same classic decor of the original firs..."
Sesh
"Very well prepared food and great reception. The food is absolutely delicious. Well done. I should come here more often. Really enjoyed my time...."
Jimmy Ramokgopa
"Brilliant service from Everest and the manager. Attentive and not overbearing. The food was really good. Not an extensive menu but the food is..."
Thavashni Reddy
"Went for Sunday birthday lunch.Decor and ambience goodService too was attentive and professional I had mussels as a starter- really..."
Trevor
"I had the chicken schnitzel and tasted the fillet. Both were delicious! A highlight was the mushroom sauce. The New York baked cheese cake was a bit..."
Travis
"I've eaten a lot at the Firs branch, but the Melrose Arch branch is a great venue for sunny South African days! As always, the waiter was on point,..."
Ka Wing 88
"The Grillhouse brand never ceases to disappoint! The service remains impeccable and friendly, whilst the food consistent to a T in..."
Lisa Pi
"The food was top drawer, everything from the starters to the mains was absolutely amazing. 750g T bone paired with a pepper sauce on the side,..."
Theo.delroy
"What an awesome place to be. The Grillhouse is a cosy place and the atmosphere is just great. Waiters were always available and ready to offer their..."
Thivhaisali Mathabi
"What a brilliant idea to have The Grillhouse in Melrose 💛My friend and I absolutely love the complementary bread @ The Grillhouse..."
Abs
"The reason we choose The Grill House is because it the closest to the jumping castle , I would be appreciated if we request a table outside and the..."
Kim Chi
"Yesterday, I started my evening here and could not have been more impressed with The Grillhouse's new Melrose Arch..."
Lauras World
"I'm a fan of the grillhouse...so the more the merrier ;-)I think I visited this one in its first couple of days of opening...still got the fresh..."
Sharima Bramannan
"Outstanding, Outstanding, Absolutely the best meal in 12 days of being in South Africa. The fillet steak was perfectly cooked, could cut with a fork..."
ED ED
"We had an awesome time, we were welcomed in by the friendly staff at the entrance. Our waitress was Fezile and she kept on checking us, our orders..."
Sonto Bhengu
"If you need or are looking for some very good meat, THIS IS THE PLACE. My wife ordered a ribeye steak and it was delicious 👍 If you are one of..."
Glenn Nielsen
"This is a one of famous restaurant for steak. They have many outside seats, so you can enjoy meals..."
Hinata Ito
"Excellent service from the server, keep tidying up the table and check out needs, foods and drinks are at a reasonable price, a good idea to try S.A...."
Bayee Kiddman
"Absolutely loved the service here, beautiful atmosphere. Delicious food and tasty drinks. Our waiter was amazing and so attentive and caring. The..."
Lerato Malapane
"The restaurant was empty when we arrived but we were told that they are full due to weekend reservation. We told them that we will only take 1 hour..."
Mikha'el Abdul
"The Grillhouse definitely knows how to treat their patron's because from the minute we entered we were welcomed with a smile until we left. The staff..."
Lawrence Nhlapo
"Extremely popular, and for good reason. Well priced, great portion sizes and dishes always pack the signature Grillhouse Flavours. Tends to get a..."
Kione Chetty
"With love from Miami Florida. Solo female traveler in JoBurg for a few days just arrived from Dubai. This restaurant was situated right next to my..."
Nubian Love
"Honestly had the most amazing experience here last night. Decided to tell my girlfriend I love her for the first time last night. Just asked for a..."
Matthew Peterson
"Service with smile. They genuinely care about their customers. Steak on bone is one of the best steaks I have had after a long time. Best wines and..."
sudesh kumar (SK)
"The service @ this restaurant is exquisite which is why I keep going back 😀. I also like the ambience, not to mention the food!!! Their steak is..."
Delisile Thabethe
"One of the best meals I had and I been travelling for 15 years trying food all over the world . I had rib eye ( medium rare) with creamy spinach ...."
Devesh sharma
"It was our birthday and a friend recommended we visit them, our reservation was made and we were welcomed well, they gave us bread as part of their..."
Kumbirai
Mike's Kitchen
Mike's Kitchen
86/100 (10108 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Steakhouse
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Ribs and chips
Bacon Cheese Eggs and Toast
Ribeye
Chai Latte
Classic Eggs Benedict
Grilled Calamari
Hamburger
Lamb Chops
Shack Burger
Rib and Wings Combo
Crumbed Mushrooms
Cape Fish & Chips
Oreo Bar One Milkshake
Bacon & Avo Burger
Milkshakes
Oreo and Bar One Milkshake
seafood platter
Omelette with Feta Cheese Bacon and Avo
Ribs and wings
Peppermint Crisp Caramel Shake
"Love everything about this place, the staff are so wonderful and welcoming,the food absolutely divine,wonderful place to chill with family and..."
Linda Namarwa
"Full marks to Mike's Kitchen Parktown for bringing me a whole new plate of food after I found the patty to be just a little too much on the pink..."
Godfrey de Meyer
"My experience there has always been great, the waitress are always good and the food are very delicious, it was indeed a happy hour that got happier..."
Angel Patrick
"We celebrated our son's first term results. Very good service and the food was delicious. Also not have very long for either the drinks or..."
Louis Gericke
"It was perfect Food was very nice loved everything...The Waitress was on point cumin back this Friday nite for dinner.I wish u can have more ..."
Mashudu Sinthumule
"Everything was excellent, I really had a good time with my best team members,..."
Patrick Sokhulu
"The service was on point. Always had someone checking if we good nd wanting to make sure we good. .Keep it up. .that's commitment nd enjoying your..."
Lolo Sithole
"Food 4/5Portions 4,5/5Service 3,5/5Ambiance 4/5Avg. total: 4/5Nice family place. I enjoyed it here. Very filling...."
Chioma Asomugha
"Perfect start to the morning.Service,ambiance, food was was great! Serving generous. Loved it,one of my favourites now for breakfast. Definitely need..."
Kevin
"My experience was great! The food was mouthwatering, portions were generous and they knocked the presentation out the park. Staff was..."
A.sengane
"Great breakfasts and friendly, attentive staff. There is a large outdoor seating area with lovely gardens, and plenty of space inside as well...."
Rashalia Pather
"Firstly it is wonderful that this establishment offers Banting friendly meals (burgers in particular)... however some research is definitely required..."
Hena B
"Always get the best service here when with my collegues. Not always the case when I’m with lesser people. Nonetheless the food is and will always..."
Kea Rapitsi
"We have started a ritual of having supper every Thursday at Mikes Kitchen and without a doubt the food is always on point. highlight is the steaks..."
Kagiso Rapoo
"This is a great family restaurant. With a wide variety of comfort food to suit most peoples palates.It gets busy on some days with morning..."
Valentine Bilankulu
"Just normal dinner with my family and kids and this place just make the day. Prompt service, nothing special, but good. Great milkshakes that the..."
Mr. Family Man
"Beautiful and relaxing environment with great service. Food was delish and came timeously. Thank you for a memorable experience..definitely would..."
Bianca
"Always good for a social event such as meeting up with friends for a conversation.The service here is the best I have received from the Mikes..."
Gautam Rao
"What an experience. Extremely quick and efficient service. Massive, perfectly made omelette. Om top of that I am sitting in a beautiful heritage..."
PJ Fourie
"Very lovely setup. Has a homely feel. Very spacious and the menu has more than enough options to choose from.I went on a Thursday evening...."
Vanessa Manugu
"Amazing service, friendly staff. . .the manager actually came to check If we enjoyed our meal which was great. All in all thumbs up to everything...."
Shalati Shalom Masia
"Dinner out with my friends and I must say that the food was amazing. As per normal we all had different plates and from what I tasted from all our..."
Tlotlo Letlape
"This rating is based on the prawns. The prawns at Mike's Kitchen (spicy) are the best prawns I've ever had. They make better prawns than seafood..."
Jimmy Ramokgopa
"This place does not disappoint. I went after university for dessert. I wanted something lighter than cake, but all they had was a waffle which is..."
Tsepiso Mbali
"Shout out to my waiter Falami who was great through out the evening,the meals were to die for the atmosphere to my liking....though we didn't see a..."
Sibusisiwe Mathole
"Lunching at mikes kitchen was lovely . We had chicken livers and prawn and Avo stack . Both meals were lovely the prawn and Avo stack was lovely and..."
Abs
"Our go to spot for family outings, dinner dates and weekend lunches. Amazing menu and great ambiance.Very friendly waiters. Also great for..."
Duenna Mathebula-Mambana
"I generally like this place. My boyfriend and I come here all the time. In fact, there was a time in 2014 when we came here twice a week for supper...."
Nozishada
"Great service from Belinda, great food and ambience too bad all the managers seemed to ignore our table other than that we enjoyed the experience...."
Thami Rodgers
"Usually quite popular among young and old corporates that work in the area. Good for a beer after work. The Restuarant itself has a good feel to it..."
Jacques Wentzel
"Food was good & service not bad. But do note that a 10% service charge is automatically added to any table of 4 or more. A bit unusual so be careful..."
Helen De Chalain
"The portions are generous and definitely worth the price and the ambiance is perfect,definitely plan on going back soon.Totally lived up to its..."
Freedom Tlou
"Came with the kids and my little one is rowdy. Not once have I been made to feel my kids are a nuisance. Although the waiter wasn't paying much..."
Boitumelo Tumi Lebona
"When you're feeling a little fancy and want great food without the 5 star prices... Mike's Kitchen Parktown is your spot!This is my..."
Likers Of Things
"Mike's Kitchen is a restaurant I remember from my childhood. While the menu has changed since then it overall is quite similar. Big portions and..."
Sam
"My favorite restaurant for ribs! No one can beat Mikes Ribs! There food is amazing! Except for there cheese burgers, did not like it at all! The..."
Kevin Simon
"Visited Mike's Kitchen for some Friday lunch, and boy was of bustling. The hub of corporate lunches and I'm sure many a deal has been sealed at this..."
Michael Cloete
"Absolutely lovely place. The service was great and the food was even better. It went above all of my expectations. Definitely the place to go if..."
Mmaphuti Morolong
"As a nice family end of the year function, my parents and I decided to grab lunch here. The old building where it's located is honestly stunning...."
Eleni
"Original Mike's Kitchen(available across Joburg tho) started as a small take away zone years back and turned out to be a busiest restaurant..."
Rakesh Reddy
"The ultimate stop for wholesome good meal. You can never go wrong with Mikes. The service and food was beyond phenomenal. Ordered ribs, the..."
Lukhanyo Ceza
"A nice place to go for team lunch from office. Sunny outdoor seating is really good. The food is nice, and the service is awesome. The waiters will..."
Imtiaz Ahmad
"It was a gorgeous blue sky summers day, so finding a restaurant that had chairs outside under the trees & gazebo's, was a great find. It was so..."
Marc Schmidt
"Really love this Mikes Kitchen, the setting of it is really cool and not like any other. The staff are really friendly and are always checking up on..."
Akira Ramraj
"Visited Mike's Kitchen in Parktown for Saturday Breakfast.  Enjoyed the great relaxing venue, professional service, and healthy portions.  Totally..."
Teresa Robert
"A great spot for a quick drink after work. The food is also great. Place to sit inside or outside. Great for work lunches aswell. I did have "shares"..."
Marcus Swanepoel
"Had a breakfast there. Beautiful setting in an old Parktown Mansion. Seating is in the gardens, on a light and airy terrace, or in the restaurant..."
Diederik Van 't Hof
"A relaxed family restaurant that doesn't disappoint! With an extensive menu, there is something for everyone and with such large options even the..."
Genna Hansen
"Went o Mike's kitchen parktown, nice and cosy, food was amazing and well cooked and served on time,waitrons available and ready to help, the manager..."
Lelo
"This Mike's kitchen is fantastic! The menu offers a great selection to food, our waitress was amazing and the manager was incredibly friendly..."
Nokwanda Mpama
"Firstly the venue is fantastic. The old converted house in Parktown is a heritage building and looks beautiful. My favourite place to sit is outside..."
Stuart
"I remembered going to this Mikes Kitchen as a kid and thought it would be a good idea to try it out. It's got that great family restaurant vibe in a..."
Greg Wilson
"Based in a heritage building, this is a lovely spot to come for lunch. We sat outside in the gardens as it was a beautiful day. The service was..."
Nicola Slyper
"I haven't been to Mike's Kitchen in forever. I am very happy to report that it is still wonderful and has even gotten better. The service was great..."
Charmaine Rautenbach
"Who can ever get enough of this place....yummy like I love Mikes legends lol and I never finish my meal and my boyfriend loves their Jawbreaker..."
Carol Ceecee Phakade
"What a cool, laid-back place with a HUGE selection of steakhouse classics. Some of it's kind of cheesy, but a fun range nonetheless. I got the Bilton..."
C H
"Lovely lunch - had the chicken and halloumi salad. Could have done with a better salad dressing but otherwise very tasty and friendly staff - did not..."
Lauren Kim
"Absolutely love Mike's Kitchen!! The food is always so well made, tasty and well presented! The decor and ambience is great. A good place to go for..."
Rochelle
"Mikes kitchen is a highly versatile restaurant that is a suitable location for meetings, dinner dates, drinks with friends, and relaxed dining. Their..."
Tasty Traveller
"The best Mike's Kitchen! Best is to get a table outside on a nice summers day! Good food - my favorite is the crispy onion rings yum! Great for..."
Monique Le Roux
"Awesome place for lunch. Nice ambiance. Service also pretty good. It's mikes kitchen through and through, the ribs are good and burgers are too. Good..."
JR
"The food was perfect but the service a little slow. The veggies with my rump and with Lynn's chicken stir fry were perfectly done. We shared a Bar..."
Mike Pienaar
"We went there as a family and had a great afternoon. The food was freshly prepared and enjoyable, same with the environment. I would definitely go..."
Mpho Mokone
"A classic Joburg restaurant which had kept is classic vibe but isn't coming into the 21st century anytime soon. The food is really good, the vibe is..."
Alexis Assimacopoulos
"I have been here many times whether it be for drinks, a meal or both. The food is really good. The staff are very friendly. The students that go..."
Jozie Foodie
"I have probably come here once a week every week for drinks and every now and then for lunch - depends on how busy the week is - since January. Food..."
Garth Balabanoff
"This has been my local for 13 years...so of course I love it!Whenever I meet with old mates...we don't ask where should we go...Mike's it..."
Dustin Andrew Ramdass
"My friend and I were in search of a cute little restaurant where we could crack open a bottle of wine and just hang out.We were in the..."
Brian Manyapetsa Simphiwe
"Always hits the..."
Franny Lumza Madumo
"Good food, as always. The restaurant was busy with much hubbub which, though not the fault of the restauranteers, caused us to not opt for dessert. A..."
Leigh Rushbrook
"A classic place Often forgotten and overlooked by the northern suburbanites in search of something new. Excellent food. Excellent service...."
Lauren Panicco Fabian
"YESYESYES!????????Great service, amazing food and friendly staff! There is enough place for the kids to play so you don't really have a problem..."
Hope.reuben
"This is one of the best Mike's Kitchen restaurant in..."
Njabulo Khumalo
"I'm usually not a fan of franchises, but it was the closest restaurant as I was waiting for a job interview one day. The restaurant is situated in a..."
Lara Lourens
"For a relaxing feel, visit Mikes Kitchen Parktown, with dining iether indoors or outdoors its a great venue to host your meetings, birthday parties..."
Tselane Sematlane
"One of my favourite things about Mike's Kitchen is their baked potatoes. Massive and filled with scrumptious filling such as spinach and feta,chicken..."
Verushka Bhagaloo
"When I think Mike's Kitchen, I think of family and comfort food. This is exactly what it is. Mike's takes me back to my childhood sipping those..."
Larissa
"Do not be fooled, this is not an ordinary Mike's Kitchen. This is a very special one. The atmosphere at this Mike's Kitchen is very business like and..."
Ryno
"Probably the most beautiful Mikes Kitchen in the city. The old architecture and well kept outside area gives this place a homely feel. The..."
Patrick Claassens
"We were seated at a table in a lovely garden setting under a gazebo. Excellent service from Lesedi she was very friendly and efficient. The food was..."
Samiksha Nowrungsah
"Booking was easy, Table was ready upon arrival. We were greeted with smiles from the minute we walked in . All staff members were friendly and..."
Jacqui van Deventer
"The food was really great. It's value for money because the portion sizes are big. I suggest when you really crave a burger try the jaw breaker. Our..."
Nqobile Masikane
"Enjoyed the food and the atmosphere eating outside. Our table was under the shade of trees and the umbrella as well, the air was so refreshing there..."
Kamohelo Lefuma
"The service was good we didn’t wait long for the food and the lady who served us was amazing. I had the kingklip and grilled calamari which was..."
Korki Ngwenya
"From the moment we walked into the door we had an incredible experience. The manager welcomed us in. They quickly took our drinks orders. The..."
Casalee Sun
"Great food, service was OK and could be better. No enthusiasm or assistance with menu unless we specified. But always loved the place so yes it was..."
SA Commuter Radio and TV (SACommuter Radio)
"A beautiful and serene dining experience. Delicious food that's served with a smile. Lots and lots of options to choose from, including a ton of..."
Sayali Bedekar Patil
"Nice chilled vibes. Food portions good and looks as it does on pics. Service quick and..."
Yankho T Banda
"There was a very friendly cat that kept the kids entertained by his antics. The staff were very friendly. The milkshakes looked great and were very..."
Emmerenthia Thomas
"I attended a birthday party of a dear friend. The food was scrumptious, service outstanding and the portions good value for money. My starter of..."
Elzette Fritz
"Fabulous food and excellent service in a very pleasant environment in the..."
Jeff Bulled
"My husband took me here earlier this year and we went back recently. The atmosphere is calm and relaxed. The food and beverage is great (no..."
Christal Dismore
"my girlfriend took me there for lunch on my birthday. The food was very good, i tried the T-bone and wings and their salmon. great service from our..."
Stray Alpha
"What a lovely evening out. Great food, ample portions and a lovely Chardonnay..."
Eloize Mellet
"Nice place for breakfast. Friendly staff, plenty of parking and beautiful..."
Thorsten Fink
"Visited Mikes Kitchen for my birthday this year and had the best experience. Beautiful outdoor tables. The food was great as was excellent with..."
Melissa Griesel
"A wonderful time out and welcoming, friendly staff. We arrived without booking during load shedding and it doesn't present the slightest bit of..."
got Lex
The Fat Ginger
80/100 (1 ratings)
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Bars & Pubs
Pub
Gastropub
Mac and Cheese Balls
Jager Bomb
Soft Shell Tacos
Chicken Burger with Cheese
Chicken Tacos
Falafel and Hummus
Grilled Calamari
Eisbein
Tortilla Chips And Guacamole
Beef Wellington
Wings
Bangers & Mash
Lamb Shank Pot Pie
Bacon Sushi
Jack Black Craft Beer
Beef Bacon & Guinness Pot Pie
Burger and fries
Fat Ginger Burger
Jalapeno Poppers
Texas Sandwich and Fries
Pub
Gastropub
Fishmonger Rosebank
Fishmonger Rosebank
80/100 (1314 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Sushi
Vegetarian Friendly
Seafood
Sushi
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Calamari
Portugues Chicken with Stir Fry Veggies
Chocolate Fondant
Mussels
Spicy Liver
Salmon Fillet
Tuna
Seafood Platter for 2
Calamares
Peppermint
Salmon
Grilled Calamari
Beer and Mojito
Fish and Chips
Curry
Paella
Prawns
Lobster
Hake
White Bait Fish
Cakes
Baked Seafood
Pesto
Springbok Carpaccio
Fish
Pasta
Salad
Starter Mussels in a Cream Wine Sauce
Green salad
Grilled Hake and Chips
Oysters
Oyster
Kingklip Filet and Veg Sides
Bread
Sit down
Sushi
Seafood
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Recently went to fishmonger and I must say I was really impressed, the staff was amazing the food was absolutely delicious....decor was decent and..."
Martha Amese
"Wow what a brilliant spot to have a lovely meal. Waiters are so nice and helpful and attentive. We ordered the grilled squid heads as a starter which..."
Meagan
"If you’re look for impeccable seafood, service and taste! This is the place to be . I’ve been here so many times and I’ve never been..."
Jaylene Ramalatso
"Another delicious meal at this fine dining restaurant. Good service, welcoming waitrons and lovely ambiance! Had to ask for a finger bowl for my..."
GiGi
"Delicious food and drinks especially for my likes of fish except sushi. Otherwise nice people who serve but wish the restaurant could be bigger and..."
Gabriella Rosen
"If you come here- ask for Ocean Super attentive and we came on the 7 year special which was epic! 7 king prawns food r R177 which is usually..."
Morgane Lécluse
"Platter for 2 is amazing, enough food for 3 ladies. They also have nice baked pie fish items. Nice atmosphere and service. They gave us this ice..."
Kgothatso
"I’m not quite the sea food person; so when I say seafood is good, believe me, it’s good. And if you’re like me and have friends who want dinner..."
Abel Mukwevho
"We have visited this restaurant quite a bit and received superb service and delicious food every time. Their Beira prawns and Prawns Nationale are..."
Belinda Strydom Bronkhorst
"A place set up for a fine dining experience, had quite an enjoyable time here.The wine menu is extensive and vast - great choices. They are a bit..."
Gautam Rao
"First of all, the fish odour when you passing by isn't pleasant at all. However, the inside smells nothing like fish, which is great! Asked..."
Hulie Malie
"Came here with a large group of friends for dinner.Overall the service was friendly and efficient for a large group .I had a greek salad with..."
A Foodie Travels
"To be quite honest I wasn't very pleased with the restaurant choice at first but I'm so glad my company persisted, I was quite wrong.I had..."
Mbali Msimang
"Our favorite seafood restaurant in Johannesburg. Wonderful service. Good selection of meals of a high standard. Popular so be sure to make a..."
Rigard & Jeanine
"This fishmonger is located in the FIRS, alongside many other restaurants which gives it a great atmosphere.Inside it is well decorated. The..."
Maxine Boyd
"Love coming here. Yummy food as always. Everything is consistent and tasty with really good ingredients. Staff are receptive to small children as..."
Ismail Moola
"Six of us had a great family supper at The Fishmonger Illovo. Great food, attentive service, lovely wine by the glass, and the best prawns I've had..."
Anni Wakerley
"First time to this particular branch. Love the location and how I feel like I'm not even Johannesburg when I'm at The Firs. Had a lunch date with my..."
Kimtshabalala
"I cannot fault this restaurant at all. The waiter was fantastic and very attentive. We all received our meals in good time and we were all very..."
Jimmy Nicolaou
"This is probably one of my favourite seafood places in gauteng. I love the variety they have to offer as well as the innovative ways the cook and..."
FoodiewhippedSA
"Good lunch we had today at FishMongerRosebank .. Service was excellent .. Took my Chinese friends with my sis for a treat they loved it..."
Abs
"What a delicious way to start the weekend! We went to Fishmonger on Friday for lunch. I feel the complimentary bread sets the tone for the..."
Chelsea Natalie Le Roux
"This restaurant deserves a 4 but it loses points for the sushi, which wasn't fabulous tonight. But otherwise, the (cooked) food here is consistently..."
Jill Nudelman
"I was invited to a dinner at the Fishmonger. It was my first time there and I really enjoyed it! It was quite pumping for a Wednesday night and the..."
Carla15
"This branch always serves amazing fish and has excellent service. I love their kingklip thermidor and their sushi menu is fantastic. Love the..."
Tam Loves Food
"Well for a good Saturday night, with family and friends. We were well fed and I must say I LOVE their Kingklip Thermidor❤️🎉 Thank you for..."
Palesa Moahloli
"We made a reservation for a friend birthday and it was a great night we had. I ordered the grilled trout almondine, it was exquisite. The service was..."
Andrew
"We had a lovely end of year meal here. The service was good and friendly. We had some sushi, oysters and seafood risotto. The oysters were..."
Nicola Slyper
"Had a fantastic time there as always. Fish quality is some of the best I have ever had and service impeccable. Ask to be served by Khosie, she is..."
Carly Sutton
"You always get good service here and the managers are very hands-on. Love the table rolls. Beautiful oysters. Most delicious squid heads fried or..."
Claire Frost
"This restaurant is always full whenever I go and I understand why each time. They have a wide selection of seafood and everything is always very..."
Yasmin
"This is one of the best seafood restaurants in Joburg. We go often and everyone, we have had a great experience. The staff are always attentive and..."
Jarred Michael Bell
"Great place to get your seafood fix! Ambiance is nice especially at night. Get a table outside on a warm night. Good atmosphere! Food is fresh...."
Styleandtravel -
"Visited this place on Saturday and I must say the food was really great. The service was also good. Nothing negative to really say about this..."
Rishi Kasiram
"Had a great meal here last night. Everyone enjoyed their meals, and everyone left stuffed! Portion sizes are generous and our waitron was very..."
Tamzin
"Just had a wonderful lunch here. Had the prawn and squid head platter with veg. Absolutely divine!! There was live music in the square and the..."
Ria Fraser @CityFlavours
"It okay hereI just think that a few of the staff could have a bit more training It also smells very fishy inside (I know it's a fish..."
Dani
"This Fishmonger is situated in the lovely open square at The Firs Shopping Centre. The vibe is relaxed and easy. The oyster are a fresh and cool..."
Andrea Van Wyk
"Nice ambiance.  Really tasty food and I shall certainly be visiting again soon.  Slightly chilly but I think that was expected because of the very..."
Sally Guthrie
"The stuffed kingklip is something out of this world, it is so bloody good and filling too. Myself and Nokuthula Vezi enjoyed an afternoon here after..."
Adrian Ciesielski
"What a fantastic evening at the Fishmonger. The food was delicious, the staff were friendly and the atmosphere was amazing. The Fishmonger is..."
Natasha Sokolsky
"One of the best seafood restaurants in Johannesburg. Delicious prawns, attentive service, lovely to sit outside on a warm evening. Will be back...."
Ashley Truscott
"Some friends and I went to Fishmonger, Rosebank, after work to catch up. I ordered the Line Fish El Greco which in certain parts was over cooked and..."
Vishal Mistry
"Staff is super attentive and friendly. Food was served in good time even though it was a busy night. The experience was well worth the..."
Blasian Princess
"We were greeted by friendly staff upon arrival. The primary purpose of dining there was to engage in business talk, which we managed to do in a..."
Cheryl Ndoro
"I work within walking distance and this is always a decent offering. The service is good although the prices are a tad high and there are limited..."
Stuninho
"You know that this place use only the freshest fish. Had beautifull salman shasimi for starters, the quality was amazing. For mains i had the trout..."
Philip Goosen
"My girlfriend and I really enjoyed the service, quality and all round experience at the Fishmonger RoseBank! The sushi was fantastic and now we await..."
Steven Odendaal
"With out doubt one of the best restaurants I've been to, staff service is second to none as well. A little bit pricey but worth every rand...."
Moey Esmael
"The service was outstanding, but the food disappointing. The lobster bisque lacked the distinct flavour of lobster and tasted more like a vegetable..."
St. John Leech
"This restaurant is nicely located in the courtyard with loads of outdoor seating which is fantastic on warmer evenings. The decor could do with some..."
Nabila
"I had the Pangasius and Calamari combo, it was the most exquisite fish I have ever eaten. The waiter was very attentive and knowledgeable. Had an..."
Marcel Kolbé
"Great food at a great value for money and stunning service... Our waitron was personable and knowledgeable... One of the party is vegetarian and..."
Shaun Naggan
"Exhausted from shopping centres we needed a break & some food, so we stopped off here for late lunch. We sat outside in the square under the..."
Marc Schmidt
"We went as a large group on a Thursday night. The service was excellent considering the chaos that is a big, loud table. The orders were all spot on..."
Tables And Thyme
"Fishmonger always has excellent service! However the menu has now been in place for a number of years and needs updating! It's always good - but has..."
Nadz
"My wife and I dined here on 22 September and were not disappointed. The service was pretty good, the grilled calamari starter was done to..."
Edu
"We had an excellent meal this evening. A fresh change from the Illovo Fishmonger (we frequent it often). The service from our waiter was..."
Colin B
"I enjoy Fishmongers generally and this one is no exception. Well prepared seafood at decent prices is always worth going back for. The service is..."
Craig Higson-Smith
"For some reason I prefer the Illovo (Thrupps Centre) branch of this restaurant but the Rosebank one is still a good choice if you feel like seafood...."
Clea Alexis Dias
"Fishmonger completely supprised me, the Restaurant Is absolutely stunning from the inside, it feels like a Greek coastal restaurant. Service is top..."
Mulisa Museri
"Go here often, when I’m alone, with my family or friends. Mostly enjoy sitting outside, will probably move inside when the weather gets cooler...."
Desiree McNabb
"Great vibe and very enjoyable food all round. Staff were excellent and gave us sufficient attention and kept our wine and water chilled on a hot..."
B N
"Went for dinner with my friends. The service was lovely and the food was amazing!..."
Akhona Mlotshwa
"Good seafood place, I had it grilled and healthy, nice hot sauces. The seafood is fresh and testy. However, the grilled whole fish was overcooked. In..."
Mzh ziyed
"The food is amazing but very expensive. Service is excellent. Overall, a great..."
Yuri Nadasen
"Enjoyed the dining experience, orders come out fast and service is..."
Justine Abrahams
"Amazing experience, service and food. Reasonably priced food and wine. You'll love it! I had the crab hand roll as a starter and the lamb chops with..."
Tshego Sebapu
"Wow!! Great welcome by Reinios the Manager who picked us out of the wandering crowd as we had booked and it just got better, food is so good and a..."
John Wilson
"Good food with friendly vibe. A bit expensive, but the best hangout place for fish lovers in the Rosebank mall area. Little inside from the main..."
Taniya Mandal
Calisto's Portuguese Restaurant
Calisto's Portuguese Restaurant
74/100 (1256 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
European
Portuguese
European
Portuguese
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Peri peri chicken
Seafood Rice
Grilled Calamari
Prawns and Rice
Long Island Tea
Coffee Freezo
Halomi Cheese
Green Bacon Salad
Quarter Chicken and Prawns with Rice
Quarter Chicken and Prawns with Vegetables
One of Our Family Platters
Rump Steak and Chips
Chicken Wings and Fries
Piña colada
Cappuccino
Grilled Chicken Breast
Chicken Schnitzel
Prawn Pasta
Fish platter
Chorizo Pasta
European
Portuguese
Seating
Table Service
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Callisto’s is one of the best Portuguese restaurants I’ve been to, with delicious and fiery meals that keep you going. I think my dad and I only..."
The Schoeman Brothers
"Friendly staff. Great lighting. Spanish and Portuguese music. Good vibe. My family and I go often for dinner. Food is always tasty. The half a kilo..."
Kayla Groth
"I have not travelled in a while so I thouroughly enjoy when I have an experience reminding me of days abroad. The ambiance and music at Calistos at..."
Phebe Rush
"We were there a few times before, good food, good serviceBig portions, friendly staffNice variety of foods Love their starter veg soup..."
Carin
"Greatly improved service. Waiter Kumbo was extremely courteous. I had the LM Piri chicken which is by far the best ever. This is by far the best..."
Onellan Govender
"I am a big fan of Calisto's. I like the crispy rolls you get on arrival; I like the quality of food; I like the chilli sauce they sell and what I..."
Courtney StarBerry
"Was at Calisto's @ New Market Mall in Alberton ...Service 100% ....Food was divine ....Management presence felt ....very warm and welcoming ....Great..."
Vanessa King
"Best prawns. Nice portions. Great service. Nice family restaurant. I have never had a bad experience here or at the Gillview branch. Will be back..."
Lerato Tseke
"We enjoyed a very tasty meal of rump steak and prawns followed by their sticky toffee pudding on Saturday night.  The ambiance was delightful and..."
Monique Horn
"When you want authentic Portuguese food, the South of Jozi is the place to go, fab atmosphere, vibey and buzzing, we go for the peri peri chicken,..."
Annie Hodes
"There is no way that we could fault this restaurant. We were greeted with a warm smile at the door. The waiter, Gugu, did not take long to take our..."
Corlett Johnson
"Absolutely stunning food was full of flavor and extremely delicious will definitely be coming..."
Rasheeka Ernstzen
"Staff are friendly and helpful, food was amazing with the prawn pasta just a little bit too salty. The Gold Reef double deal made the best choices on..."
Jessilda Pillay
"Best Portuguese restaurant. Great food and quick service. Friendly..."
Keah Elijah
"Absolutely loved our meals. It was delicious and the Prawns and chicken were cooked to perfection. Will be back. My daughter loved the chicken..."
Natasha Selemani
"Wow. A GREAT experience. Food was epic. Service top notch. And they were full, so well done delivering such tasty..."
Riaan van Wyk
"Perhpas the best dining experience ever! The food was outstanding with every part of every course tasting absolutely delicious. Hats off to the chef...."
Vernon Gradidge
"Amazing service and great food. A good family Sunday hang out for..."
Sabena Naidu
"Food is excellent. Prawn special reasonable price. Vegetables, butternut and spinach well done and tasty. Meals are served with full size Portuguese..."
fahdiela desai
"Our waiter for the night was Raymond. I got to say wow, he was so friendly and was always on his feet, was impressed by how he knew the prices for..."
Tochukwu Mirabel Kenechukwu
"The food was so delicious. The staff very friendly and helpful. The atmosphere was really good and perfect for family dinners. Like every bite of..."
Ethel Mwenga
"Loved the chicken livers for stater, blueberry n vanilla..."
Terrence Knightmoyo
"We had a nice dining experience at this venue. The waitress was so friendly and efficient. The meals were prepared well. Will visit..."
Hashtagmystore GelistiQ Edenvale
"Thabo was our waiter, we never had to look for him, he always knew when we needed him. It was my 1st time eating at Calistos, everything was..."
Tina Singh
"Went there for a valentines dinner, well it wasn't the 1st time I've Bern there. It was sooo packed but the vibe was everything, the food is great..."
Lulu Mboweni
"For a franchise, superb food from the freshly toasted Portuguese roll, the homemade peri peri sauce on table, right through each meal. All items are..."
Jeff Rossouw
"Food was devine and atmosphere was great. Staff very..."
Chantel Herbst
"After work function..excellent atmosphere and good..."
Punny Masibi
"Great food and service. Decently priced. We had a lovely family dinner..."
Ryan Dunn