TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in South Africa - Updated November 2024

Fat Harry's

81/100 (2874 ratings)

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Monday Night Burger Special

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300g Sirloin Steak with Complimentary Chips

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Crumbed Rich Beef Ragout Balls

Wagyu Burger

Grilled Squid Tubes Stuffed with Feta

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Shirley Templeton and Margarita

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Shaken Margarita and Devil's Peak Non Alcoholic Beer

Chocolate Brownies

Mushroom Burger Bun

Sauteed Chicken Livers

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Turkish Delight Cocktail

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Ribs

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Parking Available

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Television

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Mid-range

"Amazing service, the food was so good 👏👏👏.Just wished they would've told me that the burgers come with onion rings because then I..."

Garon Sedres

"This place has typical pub grub, the burgers being the main drawing card - and they definitely deliver. I had the beetroot and quinoa veggie burger,..."

Sarah Herrington

"Fat Harry's is located in such a cool area in Kenilworth. The drinks were amazing. They had the best rock shandy I've ever had in my life. The burger..."

Ivi Malotana

"Stumbled across this place by accident because we wanted some espetada and they did not have, as the menu had recently changed . Items have been..."

Livlov

"This is a perfect location for easy drinks and food. And I must say, their wings are really affordable and a very big portion, had to take more..."

Elle Mbadaliga

"I always drive past this restaurant and this time decided to stop over for lunch. Was welcomed with a cosy restaurant filled with great people..."

Matshepo Motlanthe

"Food and atmosphere were great however in the burger and beer pairing menu it is not clear that the 1 pairing is actually brandy and coke not beer..."

Elaine Smith

"One of the best burgers I've had in a long while! The blender at the bar desperately needs new bearings or needs to be replaced however, the racket..."

Nick Atkinson

"Such a cool place! Love the decor and the cool, casual vibe. I popped by with a friend one afternoon. Complimentary popcorn to start! 🍿We were..."

Lauren Niekerk

"Best place to do anything here. Like they have quiz nights!! I had the half baby chicken with Mediterranean veggies which was superb. Mind you I..."

Unopa Mazwigwila

"Great service, and an amazing happy hour 5pm - 7pm. The lunch special is also great R60 for anything off that menu. I recommend the Chicken Curry, or..."

Nicholas_Jon_D

"Andrew our waiter was great. The food took minimal time which was a lovely addition. We just went for a quick early supper but found it was happy..."

Mofieleli Sekatle

"We were a large table that pulled in here on Saturday night for dinner and a few drinks after the rugby. This place was buzzing and despite our big..."

Melanie Du Toit

"Great atmosphere - we went on a Saturday night. They had a live band and drinks specials every hour on the hour. Burgers and cocktails were..."

Zakiyah

"Fairly good spot. Menu seems amazing but it's really not. I had the steak and fries with mushroom sauce, but the sauce was really bland. A friend had..."

Shinéad

"We decided to have lunch at Fat Harry's today. I kicked off with a nice refreshing mango daiquiri and hubby a Devil's Peak craft beer which were..."

Hilary Beukes

"The Fat Cat with an insatiable appetite for easy laid back home cooking is readily affectionate to anyone who proffers him a tasty morsel. This..."

The Jax Blog

"Not sure why it's taken us this long to come try Fat Harry's with them being just down the road from us, but now we know! Lunch specials for R50 and..."

Zanel

"The R50 lunch special is the best! Fries super crispy, and hake well cooked and seasoned. We did, however, wait for almost an hour to get our food,..."

Estelle Roux

"Great atmosphere, good service and tasty food. Awesome place to have a chilled meal and drinks with friends. Definitely recommended. Will be back as..."

Shnapple

"This is a hidden gem!!!! The food and beer is amazing!! The atmosphere is just perfect!!!Their burgers are really amazing and up in my top 5 of..."

StuieMic

"Met the crew for some drinks and burgers yesterday evening. This place is honestly a little hidden gem. Rustic and intimate feel to it. They have..."

Carl Thomas

"Have been a few times, lunch and dinner. The pub-type menu during the day is really well priced and the food is good. Service is decent too. I'd..."

Christopher Mills

"What an awesome place! We just randomly googled a place, and came across Fat Harrys. Lunch special til 6pm for R50 was so delicious - we all had the..."

Liezl

"What a fantastic pub. Love the feel and the look. Met a friend for lunch so it was the perfect spot to catch up over a drink and a meal while having..."

Darla Dates

"Was super impressed with the size and decor and ambiance of the place. Ample parking which is always a bonus. Super attentive waiters too. Ordered a..."

Kelly Frielinghaus

"Great burgers! Would definitely recommend the liefmanns burger! The burger and beer pairing (see picture) is definitely worthwhile if it's your..."

Simira

"Craft beer and great traditional pub lunches! The day we were there the pub had a R50 lunchtime special, absolutely amazing value for money. I..."

David Els

"Cozy, friendly neighborhood hangout. Nice selection of craft beers on tap. Decent selection of tasty, satisfying food. Service is chilled and..."

Johnny Jol

"We met my friends cousins here for a nice little dinner and was astounded by the vibe! Friday night and the place was absolutely pumping! I..."

JonJon Clark

"This pub environment stood out as we drove past in this CT suburb. It has appeal from the road and we were looking for a lunch stop. Parking is..."

Moira Mirtle

"Great watering hole close to home for me and all my friends. They do a great Banting Burger! We go here often because there's no fuss & it's warm &..."

Lynn Boffa

"Had a awesome night at Fat Harry's with friends great food and atmosphere.I shared a jalapeño and pesto burger with my partner both were really..."

Jessy Da Silva

"Another last minute date night that proved to be very enjoyable! Fat Harry's is bustling on a Friday night, but still pleasant enough for a quick..."

Meg Maccallum

"I came here a few weeks back with a bunch of people. The atmosphere is very welcoming and relaxing. We were served by Butler and he was..."

Georgia Stonehouse

"Two weeks ago my family and I went to Fat Harry's for dinner. We were extremely satisfied with our experience. The service was fast and efficient...."

Renier Nolte

"My husband and I went for dinner at Fat Harry's last night.What an experience!The food is superb!I ordered the ribs and what I paid for was..."

Lauren Gentle

"The atmosphere is relaxed and the food is delicious, especially the burgers. On one or two occasions service has been a little slow, but for the most..."

AlvD

"What nice relaxed spot. The place has a chilled bar / wine farm feel. Their live entertainment is also great. The chicken livers are.to.die.for. They..."

Nikita (Haefliger) Oosterberg

"Tasty goodness. We had the bangers and mash and the vegie pasta. They were kind enough to make the dish for me without mushrooms. Some supposedly..."

Emma

"Excellent venue with delicious gourmet burgers. A particular highlight was the cream cheese and jalapeño stuffed beef patty. My only concern.... Why..."

Kos Gangster

"Great pub grub in a fabulous setting. The bar has been tastefully decorated and the staff are very attentive. Burgers, tapas and bar snacks area all..."

JotterJo

"Awesome music, cool decor, and that cheese stuffed gourmet burger.......Wow hands down the best burger I've had in years. Good work team keep it..."

Dayne Williams

"Great spot if you're looking for a chilled, vibey evening, friendly service and good pub-style food. Had the grilled fish and chips which was great,..."

Rebecca Francis-Pope

"I love this place! Good food, great vibe and with excellent service from waiters like Liam you can't go wrong. The strawberry beer and cheese platter..."

Carmen Morris

"My new favourite local spot in the burbs! Brandy n cola on tap and some really top meals from the kitchen. Not what you expect, way better! Make sure..."

Paul Vicars

"Our favourite spot! Liam is THE BEST waiter. By far. Food is great. Craft beer selection is awesome. Highly recommended - good music, good vibes...."

Lauren Daniels

"This place has transformed since opening. Our first visit was mediocre, but I still remember the roasted bone marrow (which was great), but that was..."

Andrew Winter

"Easy-going atmosphere, cool but not trendoid, excellent service and the best cheese burger this side of the N2. A good choice for watching the rugby..."

Carrie Le Roux

"Nice local spot with a great space, good service and tasty food. I had the grilled hake and chips and it was a delicious and a generous portion. They..."

Jager Sisters

"So after all the great things I have heard from friends, mostly via Facebook I must admit, I decided to give Fat Harry's a go.From the..."

Bevan Urban-Chef Webb

"Nice vibe and friendly staff. The decor and layout is better than most in the area too. I understand why it is called Fat Harry's now, the food..."

2Travelbugs Review

"Lovely new casual dining spot, with a laid back setting. Nice for a couple of drinks (huge drinks menu), some food and to watch the game. Service was..."

Claire Sharwood

"Good food, good wine, good vibe. Was quite noisy but hey that's atmosphere, right? Had the jalapeño burger and it was brilliant. The option of sweet..."

Claudia Penny

"Great location, beautiful space, delicious food. Friendly staff and good service. Everything you want/need at a local neighbourhood gathering..."

Lauren Arendse

"Food never disappoints... Awesome burgers, lovely staff, worth a visit... And a return!Try the jalapeño burger, pork belly and the al natural..."

Melissa James

"I when there once for lunch!The vine is nice! The waitress was lovely!And the food was fine!Will go again to give another try for..."

Sophie Mamet

"The friendly staff and excellent service makes this a great eatery. With special chef selections each day this should become a regular hot spot. The..."

LEAF Magazine

"The drinks menu is why they got a 4! Their Dragon Fiery Ginger beer is phenomenal! I had a burger special with cream cheese & jalapeños in the patty..."

Jade

"My family and I were here for a birthday - what a treat! The beef burger stuffed with cream cheese and jalapeños was delicious. Wonderful vibe and..."

Saskia

"I have been here twice and really enjoyed myself both times. Their food is pretty delicious, services is good and it's quite a vibey place. Our table..."

Tammy

"We’ve been to Fat Harry’s a few times since they opened up and it’s always been packed, loud and festive. Last night was the first..."

MelbourneLops

"Had the most awesome time on Saturday! Rugby - great food and drinks - festive atmosphere - all with top service! One of my new favourites :)..."

Keegan John Cook

"Good service and an awesome menu. A great venue for occasions and a drink! A must for all locals! Try the salt and peppe calamari or a good..."

Julie

"I really enjoyed the decor. The muscles and squid heads was amazing. I also enjoyed the Mitchell's Milk and honey. Yum yum. Staff was friendly..."

Beverly Cosslett

"Oooh I like Fat Harrys a whole lot. Service is great, selection of drinks are not too bad, I'm not a beer drinker, but discovered my girly beer.you..."

Jemal

"Fat Harry's is a great spot for drinks and pub fare. I had a delicious burger that had the patty stuffed with three cheeses. It came with onion rings..."

Rachel

"I like Fat Harry's because it offers a nice alternative to it's competitors nearby when you feel like something new. It has really..."

Alice Scott

"Very good food, very good drinks, awful sound system and music. Although the service was slow it was good. Recommend the pork belly. Good..."

Doug Reeler

"Very surprising venue in Claremont area. I was surprised at the vibey atmosphere when I walked in. Feels much more upmarket than anticipated from the..."

Leighton Carter

"Spent a couple of months in Cape Town and loved working from here or meeting friends for food and quiz night. Food is delish: can recommend the Thai..."

Ciarán Oglesby

"as of the drinks and service, superb! Jalapeno Poppers were divine, and I'm most definitely keen to try their other food offers. great service and..."

KR6 Productions

"It's unfortunate that my all-time favorite restaurant is so far from where we reside🤪, but we still visit it due to the excellent cuisine and..."

Gabriella Fredericks

"Went there the morning of 13 November 2022 for brunch. We were welcomed by very friendly staff. They were extremely flexible with my choice to check..."

English Rose

"It was my first time there and I will definitely go back! The atmosphere was lovely and the food was delicious..."

Natalie Rae

"Pretty much the best breakfast I’ve had in a restaurant this year. Warm vibes, remote working friendly, fires 🔥 going early in the morning, and..."

Thaya

"The roof top seating area is awesome for sundowners, a pizza and the views of Devils Peak are wow. They offer a variety of food and drinks...."

Cindy Bellmunt

"Such a great place for delicious gin cocktails amongst others. Loved their poppers and beautiful views of the mountain. Pizzas looked incredible..."

Tamsyn Human

"Nice restaurant Good food also good atmosphere as..."

Tham Alsa

"The upper deck offers a breathtaking sunset mountain view, making it a perfect spot to enjoy a warm and cozy atmosphere. The staff is friendly and..."

Alistair Bryan

"Oblivion is such a gem in Harfield Village! I work remotely and they are super accommodating with me and my laptop - so much so, that I am here..."

Casey Anley

"The Oblivion bar and restaurant, along with nearby Banana Jam, is a local institution that has been around for over 20 years now. It is an important..."

Douglas Ian Scott

"I recently celebrated my 30th birthday at Oblivion on the deck, and I can confidently say that the experience was nothing short of amazing! I wanted..."

Chays Van Deventer

"I just LOVE their food! We order for deliver ofter and evrry single meal I have tasted has been amazing. Their Moroccan Beef, Risotto, Burgers, the..."

Vanesse Machill

"Delightful gem in Claremont with an upstairs deck and unexpected view of the tops of Table Mountain & Devil's Peak. The Cosmopolitan I had was a bit..."

Carol Byett

"It's one of my favourite coffee ☕️ shops when in the area..."