TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in South Africa - Updated November 2024

Culture Club - Bar De Tapas

86/100 (3476 ratings)

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"I started with quite a crappy day THEN I came to Culture Club - the place that my daughter has been raving about. Thank you for good service, great..."

Juanita Beukes

"First time vissit. Was asked if we have resevation and replied no, we were told we would have to wait. By we were offered a table right away. Great..."

Adrian Micheal Austin

"Great place to visit while in PTA on a cute street lined with restaurants. Heard about this place from colleagues who live in the area. Awesome tapas..."

Kelly Rodger

"My first visit to this little gem in the east of Pretoria. From the first moment we got there to the last crum of churros - what an amazing little..."

Martin J. Bester

"Great service. Friendly staff. Various options of tapas and gin. Highly recommend the chicken strips and “Summer fling” cocktail. Amazing vibes...."

Adriaan De La Rey

"Great service, great food. Highly recommended place is such a great vibe! The summer fling would highly recommend, aronici balls are amazing aswell...."

Hugo Van Den Dool

"This has to be one of my favorite restaurants! The food is absolutely delicious, I recommend the chicken strips, ribs and the Portuguese chicken..."

Gina Marketos

"Wonderful setting. Food is amazing. Our waitress Nicola was so gracious and provided wonderful service. There was unfortunately two encounters with..."

Nobubele Shozi

"Had such a taste adventure of different flavour combinations, perfectly paired with a fabulous G&T of your choice .. tonic's like infused Hibiscus..."

Eugene Swart

"Good food with a great atmosphere, it was our first time there, wish the high tabel stools were a little softer though. But all and all it was a..."

Regardt Nel

"Beautiful setting and ambiance, great and efficient service. Really delicious food and many options (vegetarian) they also offer really decent..."

Kristlee

"Highly recommend. Have been here twice. Excellent service. Fast turnaround. Scrumptious! Fresh! Excellent to share different bits. Value for money...."

Cathy

"The food was great and the restaurant setting is very pleasant, however, we had very poor service the evening we came here. In their defence, it was..."

Beate Mey

"Absolutely amazing tapas- definitely recommend the croquettes and chorizo lollipops. Not only was the food good, the service was some of the best..."

Danielle Pike

"What an INCREDIBLE experience! The tapas was the most massive I’ve ever eaten, with gorgeous presentation, taste and variety! The location is..."

Natalie De Canha

"The atmosphere is amazing, we sat outside and the vibe was too good. The service was great, the waiter kept checking up on us to make sure..."

Thendo Mathobo

"This place has such a nice vibe, it's young and minimal shabby chic(hope that's the word) the food was tastier than expected I must say yum. I really..."

Lindy

" Never fails to be one of the best Tapas restaurants, great food, good variety and awesome vibe. Service is quick and waiters are friendly and..."

Lisa

"A spur of the moment decision and a hunger for something a little different lead is to this unbelievable restaurant. We arrived about 10 minutes..."

Magdel Eksteen

"A real gem tucked away in Pretoria. I have never seen such a wide variety of gin before! The food is delicious, the service is great and the ambience..."

Lerissa

"Amazing service ,amazing tasting food,amazing ambience! I would rate them a 10 but obviously can’t but it’s really an amazing hidden gem.Wife and..."

Monique Theron-Whiting

"Love love love this restaurant so much! We got to sample a variety of small dishes with friends. All of which was deicious. Only negative is that..."

Anél Fourie

"I’ve been waiting for ages to indulge here and I certainly wasn’t disappointed. I ate falafels with hummus and the honey butternut with feta. I..."

Nicola De Canha

"Amazing food and drinks that are to die for! Has a really awesome location, and the staff are so friendly! Probably my favourite restaurant in..."

Semi Addison

"We enjoyed a feast of flavours at Culture Club last weekend. I love that the plates are small enough to allow you to have a variety on your table. We..."

Shabnam Khan

"Joyous restaurant with some interesting items on the menu. We had the calamari salad and a vegan dish which was very tasty. Great ambiance and very..."

Gerrard Nel

"We sat outside on a fairly cool Saturday evening, but there were sufficient heaters that we never felt cold.Staff were really friendly, helpful..."

Patrick Coulter

"Truly one of my favourite spots in Pretoria. The food is really really good and of a high standard. The way they present the food is unique and every..."

Herman Steyn

"OMG!!! Culture Club is PARADISE!!😭💕The cocktails are BOMB😭💙, the dishes are small in portion, filling AND absolutely..."

Tumi Mahlangu

"Saturday night was a feast of flavour at the Culture club! Our first visit was indeed a delight as we enjoyed the evening in the cosy outdoors..."

Amit Raga

"My favorite restaurant in Pretoria and never fails to deliver, from the efficient service to the amazing tapas faire. Well worth the drive from..."

Paulo Gaspar

"Our friends live in Waterkloof and decided to treat us. Off we went to the Culture Club. As usual, I had questions about the various desserts. We..."

Charlotte Snyman

"Great food, vibe, drinks and service. My waitress Lolly was a dream, who did everything to ensure an overall great experience. Best tapas in the 012!..."

Paul

"So I've been to this Tapas spot 3 times and every time has been good. The last time we went we shared the lamb chops, chicken on a skewer, rump..."

Rhoneth

"What a treat!! Awesome vibe, good service, the best G&T and Tapas in abundance! Would definitely recommend Culture Club for a night out on..."

Mienke Human

"Had my 30th Birthday here for 22 people. Had set menu for a really good price per person. My friends are still talking about the food and the..."

Ursfos

"Booking a place is important. We were lucky to get one without booking after waiting a couple of minutes to be placed. Great staff and their churros..."

Lethabo Mokhonoana

"This is the second time I’ve been there and I enjoy their food and drinks. The only thing i was not impressed by, this time around was that they..."

Varaidzo Veneka Mbanga

"A truly superb spot. Booking is essential as they can get very busy. Menu is different and fresh. We have tried several dishes, pop corn..."

Donovan Marks

"This is the best eatery in Pretoria and probably the best in South Africa. The service is fantastic and the staff always willing to go the extra..."

Albicitton

"Our first Culture Club experience and definitely not our last! The atmosphere and drinks are amazing. But the food makes it worth while....oh my..."

Brenda Newman

"Thank you for a stunning evening. Culture club went out their way to help a big group of us. The service was amazing and ‘Amber’ knew the whole..."

Martmeri Smit

"I really like this place! Drove there on a Sunday afternoon with my sister and her friend to grab a quick bite. We turned a corner and boom! a street..."

Makgoadi Ngoasheng

"What a lovely surpruse! Excellent foof, excellent vibe, excellent service! Thank you! We will definately be bacjk with a lot of friends and..."

Wildri Davids

"Man, if I lived closer, you would have to drag me away from their stoep. It has a relaxed, yet vibey atmosphere. Fresh, cool decor (feels a bit like..."

Suzanne Strydom

"What an absolutely amazing experience once again. Cape Town is fairly renowned for their really great tapas bars but wow, wow, wow, - Culture Club..."

Sharon Collins

"It is truly an amazing experience eating at the Culture Club. The restaurant has a warm and festive feel. They have an amazing selection of gins and..."

Nadia Joubert

"Maybe the best restaurant I have ever been to! Absolutely wonderful view and delicious tapas! Very fast service and I would definitely recommend this..."

The Schoeman Brothers

"Our first time at Culture Club and it won’t be our last! The food was Delish, the staff were awesome and super helpful and our waiter Calvin was..."

Barry.nicci

"Amazing tapas...gosh I think we ordered everything! I even loved how the waiters hugged each other as they came in for their shift. Drinks are good....."

Nixie

"Each dish was beautifully prepared and presented. Fresh, vibrant and full of flavour. Throughly enjoyed the Thai grilled squid, the squid perfectly..."

Yaseera Gani

"I often pop into this place for after work sundowners with a couple of colleagues. The service is ideal and we often end up having drinks only. The..."

Raoul

"Culture Club opened more than a year ago and I have been wanting to go for ages!! Today was the day!! It was a perfect day when the husband and I..."

Tharien Coetzee

"I went to Culture club with my girl friends on a Thursday afternoon just after work. The restaurant offers a cool, relaxed environment, perfect for..."

Awande Mngadi

"It was our second time at Culture Club. I booked a table for 6 a week ago, requesting it to be on the front deck. It was for a 45th birthday..."

Reana Le Roux

"What a lekke chilled night. A nice and quiet date night with the gf. We had some amazing gins that we could choose from a wide variety, with a waiter..."

Melt Van Der Spuy

"I Love Culture Club😍😍 the food and ambience of the establishment is just perfect for chilling with friends. The service is just as good, didn't..."

Mona Makwakwa

"First time visit today, Loved the vibe and atmosphere , food is fresh,tantalizing and D.Lish, drinks on point and a must try is the aged steak, and..."

Kreasy

"We've been eyeing out Culture Club for a while and finally made the trip to sample their treats. This tapas eatery offers much better value for money..."

Molecules And Macaroons

"We visited Culture Club for ladies night last Friday eve. We booked a table and got the best table in the house, thank you CC .... happy dance! Also..."

Patricia VdB

"I love tapas and was desperately looking for a place in Pretoria that would take me on a taste-bud journey back to Spain. Now even though..."

Modderbek

"Good service. Good food it's that simple. We only had 6 different kinds op tapas so our review is based on that. Especially the arrancini balls..."

Geurt Diepeveen

"An afternoon that we would happily do over and over. Awesome atmosphere, fabulous food and outstanding service. Thank you, we'll definitely be..."

Amanda Lukac

"Great, lazy afternoon lunch over great cocktails and incredible tapas. Quality of the food is really good and the portions very generous! Service..."

Mariette Krause

"An impressive experience - so glad to finally have tried out Culture Club as I have heard only great reviews! The atmosphere and service were..."

Kirst Talbot

"A first time visit to this fun tapas bar. No expectations but we were pleasantly surprised! Laid back vibe and an extensive selection of craft gins,..."

Sally Oberholzer

"Amazing service and even better food. I felt the place was a little cramped but worth it. Booking is a must and don't expect a smoking..."

Jenine Botma

"Warm, friendly, too much food that's good and an awesome vibe. Highly recommended try everything because once you start, you just can't possibly..."

Ettienne Marais

"Possibly one of the best restaurants I've been to. They hit the nail on the head in just about every aspect. The food is fantastic as well as the..."

Robyn

"The food was incredible- i must confess - though it was just a tapas bar- the seafood we had was one of the best of had in gauteng... the atmosphere..."

Waseem Imam Saheb

"Culture Club is always buzzing with people. I have only heard good things about it. The restaurant is simple but attractively done with their..."

Anna Potgieter

"Delicious! Excellent service. Amazing atmosphere. We have eaten there in numerous occasions and have never been let down. The Haluomi balls are my..."

Carol Dippenaar

"This is truly an awesome gem in the ever growing food scene in Pretoria!!! Have been here 4 times and the food and service is truly outstanding!!!!..."

Monray Botha

"Went here for our anniversary and was a lively evening! Nice vibe, really good food and value for money! Only negative is that they don't allow..."

Christie Hepke

"Great tapas menu from starters right through to dessert. To the powers that be who may be reading this; Lamb Cigars definitely need to make a move to..."

Dean Fergusson

"One of the best restaurants in Pretoria at the moment I think.The restaurant is quaint and inviting. The atmosphere is warming and classy...."

Pig & Rant

"Absolutely love this place. The meals are refreshing and light and there are so many options for you to choose from. I ordered the Parmesan chicken..."

Robert McGrath

"Lovely restaurant, very vibey and upmarket. They have a great cocktail menu and equally as good cocktails.The menu is nice for picky eaters..."

Maxine Boyd

"Had a lovely saturday afternoon @ Culture Club which featured a scrumptious meat platter and gorgeous craft gins! The service was emaculate. We were..."

Philippa

"Great vibe, amazing tapas, speedy service, what more could you ask for? Definitely a great place to socialize and enjoy good food. I would recommend..."

Bronwyn Esterhuizen

"A fantastic experience throughout as the service was quick and friendly and the food and cocktails had a definite wow factor. The location is also a..."

Warren Prospero

"Awesome atmosphere and amazing food. The portions are big and so tasty!!! Definitely a place to visit for any occasion. We had such a good time,..."

Martie Vosloo

"If you haven't been to this restaurant, you need to go there ASAP! Everything was first class, from getting there, the service, the food and of..."

Nita

"This is a gem!! A rose between the thorns of city living! The atmosphere created in "The Village" is a beautiful little European style streetscape..."

Jürgen Kubirske

"I had the privilege of eating here today..What can I say?..nothing short of amazing.Value for money,attentive staff(Dillon) thank you very much for..."

Stephen O Shea

"My absolute favourite. I have friends comming all the way from Joburg on week nights as Culture club never ever dissapoints! Love love the..."

Kari-Mari

"Having tried previously to do walk-in with lunch, we got a table straight away. Unfortunately a humid day meant a warmer setting inside, but as a..."

Nico Van Der Merwe

"I booked Culture Club for a bridal shower this weekend and had the most wonderful experience. They went to great lengths to accommodate all our..."

Lisa Steyn

"What an amazing different experience... food was good. Tried the granita thingy with an extra shot of tequila.. yumma!! Food came to the table quick..."

Stefan Schrage

"Such a lively and quirky place to visit if you're close to the Waterkloof or Hazelwood are in Pretoria.Good food, although the starters..."

Ruan Swancrow

"Perfect choice for a loooooooooooooong Saturday lunch, great selection of tapas( our favourites were the spanish meatballs, sticky spareribs,panko..."

Thinus

"This place is amazing!! I had a lemon and herb chicken salad and it was amazing !! Everything was fresh and great flavour with an amazing espresso to..."

Alessio Claudio Perotti

"I love, love, love this place!! The gin & cocktail selection is just fabulous & the food is amazing. I have been there a few times & have tried a lot..."

Candice De Alcantara

"This is one of the coolest hangouts I've come across in the last few months! Culture club has an AMAZING atmosphere and great service (with good..."

Leo Burg

"Very nice atmosphere matched by great service and very, very good food. Perhaps a little more shade cover necessary during summer. Enjoyable vibe,..."

Brent Ellis

"Perfect for a lunch date if you're not sure what you want. The menu have a wide variety. The service was quick and the waitress was very friendly! We..."

Riani Deacon

"Brilliant place well worth the fuss . They to have a craft gin section (R30 a tot) (R30 a mix) the food was brilliantly fresh tasty and the service..."

Oom Wag 'n Biedtjie

"My second time at Culture Club! A true gem! They take pride in excellent, friendly service. Delicious food which is value for money, especially the..."

The Secret Foodie Lady

"Best eat out in Pretoria. A lovely mixture of Tapas to choose from. I would recommend trying a real variety of flavours that perhaps you wouldn't..."

Hwaersrtry

"Culture Club is the absolute "Crown jewel" of the new Village in Pretoria, food is exceptional, the gin selection is enough to turn anyone into an..."

Justin

"Culture Club is your ultimate hangout for cocktails and finger snacks! If you feel like a catchup with friends over delectable eats then this is the..."

Stacey Faber

"We were invited out to Culture Club on a Sunday afternoon by some Pretoria friends. Not really knowing Pretoria, we were delighted to discover..."

Clare Appleyard

"Situated in Waterkloof, Culture Club transcends further than just a restaurant but a trip to Greece. The "tapas" meals allow friends and familys to..."

Amber Crouse

"Love the food it is just amazing! Very affordable. The vibe is so nice with all the fairy lights. They can work on the service for your drinks. Lots..."

Charis Nieuwoudt

"This is definitely a different cuisine culture than your ordinary restaurant experience. Situated in the Hazelwood Food Village, Culture Club offers..."

Janthinus Schrage

"Awesome place and atmosphere, really good value for money!Bigger tables outside would be a plus if you consider the amount of plates that..."

Jo MDubai

"Set in a lovely neighborhood you can completely forget that you are in the city. The decor is great and with bright blue hues are calming. The menu..."

Desiré Julyan

"The one thing I like about tapas is that you can try many plates of different foods and even share with friends, which makes it great for socialble..."

Michelle

"Finally! A decent tapas restaurant in the purple city! I have been waiting ages to have a restaurant like this here and I'm pleased to say it was..."

Alastair Waldeck

"Yummy Yummy YUMMY food! Love the fact that you can order a few different things, share and still leave feeling satisfied.Only reason I didn't..."

Jess

"A post lunch drinks catch up in this lovely little spot. The atmosphere is so lovely and chilled and the decor beautiful.I ordered the..."

Esther Shaidi

"Great atmosphere, attentive service, delicious tapas! Wide selection to suit all tastes and great wine selection. I would recommend this place for a..."

Adele Du Toit

"So impressed! Usually when a new place opens and is crowded from day one you can expect slow service and tired staff. But not at Culture Club! The..."

Eugenie Herbst

"Love tapas style eating. Their tapas are simple and delicious. The atmosphere outside is really nice and warm! We enjoyed socializing over a few..."

Chantal Le Roux

"I love the atmosphere of this restaurant. It's situated in a very vibey little block of restaurants. I love their food options and their food is..."

Amy

"Loved the wide array of gin and wine to choose from! Good job done by the waiters Nic & Brothers and lovely reception by Danae and Kels (Dolly Bird)...."

Keven Whitehead

"Enjoyed the food and will definately return. Waitress was great and helped with recommendations. Loved the Asian squid and the carrots. On the..."

Tracy Skellern

"One of our favourite places to visit. Lovely variety of tapas. Everything tastes wonderful. Service and atmosphere is very pleasant. We often..."

GirlvsFood

"Had lunch at this amazing restaurant to celebrate my sister's birthday. Decided on Culture Club based on the amazing Zomato reviews... and was still..."

Chrisna Devenish

"What more can you ask for then good service great vibe excellent opportunity to spend time with friends. I must say this is one of the best places..."

Rayner Nothnagel

"A week ago we went to Lima, a tapas restaurant at Monte Casino. Honestly, they can’t really be considered a tapas joint; the portions are just too..."

Roelia Schoeman

"Late Monday afternoon lunch at Culture Club, and what a delight this place turned out to be! With most restaurant kitchens in The Village closing..."

Lani Loves Good Food

"What an experience!First off, let's get the setting straight. Imagine a little crossing filled with culinary delights. Upbeat and upmarket..."

Leandri Theron

"Love the vibe, Great variety, love the flavor of the dishes.... The biltong pate and calamari! ... Something new in Pretoria...will be..."

Alana DeWet

"Tried this restaurant out for a friends birthday dinner! Had the greatest time- delicious food, beautiful decor, great service. I had an Italian job..."

Megz Mackintosh

"Culture Club is a very nice spot. Was there with quite a big group so they allocated 2 waiters to us to speed up service. Food was really good. Would..."

Philani Manqoba Mzila

"The best tapas in town! The restaurant is set in the heart of the new restaurant hotspot in Pretoria and is not to be missed! Scrumptious food..."

Jacquelise

"Wow what a cool spot with amazing tapas and a chill vibe! Feeling like you are in Spain with boere size portions. The owners are also at the..."

Joamari Van Der Walt

"Nothing beats tapas and wine with family and friends. Thank you Culture Club for giving us the best food, wine and service! We will see you soon...."

Wilmari Bosman

"Very unique. We had a wonderful evening filled with amazing house beats and some Pimms jars round off with good old fashioned cappuccinos. The Panko..."

Bonny

"Culture Club is nicely situated in Waterkloof's new "restaurant street". Make a reservation or be there quite early to book a spot. The..."

Marentia Van Kasterop

"I had a great time here this past weekend with a group of friends. They now have a liquor license and a variety of wines and cocktails, the pimms jug..."

Nadja Louw

"Viby Mediterranean Tapas bar with a modern twist. Great setting in The Village, Hazelwood with a cosy feel to it even though it was a chilly 12..."

JoMo

"It's my 3rd time going to Culture Club... Never have i been disappointed in them... The food is amazing with all the combinations, and with a glass..."

Michelle

"Absolutely loved this! The concept is fantastic and take the time to chat to the proprietors of this fine establishment to find out what their idea..."

Mr & Mrs Smith

"Culture Club is a tapas bar but above all, a contemporary chic meeting place where you can nibble on delicious bites in generous portions and while..."

Wilna Bester

"New place popped up in Pretoria and it's amazing!!! We had the bacon wrapped poppers which where delicious and supper hot and dips for starter!! We..."

Alexis

"Lovely venue. Such a pretty restaurant. Expect to ring up a (well worth it) hefty bill. Between two of us we shared 4 tapas plus churros for dessert...."

Steph

"Food was amazing. The best Hummus ever. All the dips were Divine. New hang out in Pta. Portion sizes of food are still nice to fill for tapas bar...."

Kavita Parshotam Vanmali

"Love this place! This is going to be the new chill/ hangout spot for young people in pretoria! They have a great menu which is trendy yet simple,..."

James Marsh

"I love the idea of the whole tapa's and drinks combination, the location and restuarant is beautiful.The food gets better every time I..."

Carice De Jager

"A very viby spot to hang out with friends and loved ones even a date night is awesome. Service is great but does slow down as it gets busy so that's..."

Ashly Strydom

"It is a beautiful restaurant, situated in a beautiful area. We had a farewell lunch for a colleague who was leaving our office. We had a nice time...."

Robert Manganyi

"Lovely tapas concept, tasty fresh food. I loved this experience. My favorite was the deep fried..."

Ashley Hastie

"First time there and what an awesome place. Food is on a another level and it really was the best place for our wedding anniversary! Not tto busy and..."

Rayno Powell

"Beautiful and inviting decor with amazing food. Great balance and texture. Such a..."

George Curtin

"It's a casual restaurant in Hazelwood area. We can enjoy a lot kinds of tapas at there. Atmosphere is also..."

Hinata Ito

"Definitely a must go! And if you get the same waiter as we did you will never want to visit another restaurant again! Excellent service and..."

Jammer Band

"What a nice experience! The service is top notch, and the food is delicious. We couldn't get enough. This is a must visit place! I really would like..."

Maryke Fritz

"This resturant is situated in an area that has a lot of small resturants next to each other and therefore finding parking was just a nightmare. It..."

Tebogo Mogane

"Incredible tapas menu options. The portions are quite sizable. The food is incredible, The nachos were flavourful, well made and filling. The chicken..."

Pedro Miguel

"Great food. Good service. Great variety. Vegetarians and lactose people will have a ball. Good vibe and a great atmosphere. Worth a visit. Outside..."

Nkateko Mathebula

"It was lovely. They have a different menu set up. It was lovely to explore it. The food is delicious. The staff is so friendly. It is a beautiful..."

Pamela Nchadi Morwane

"Food is a 8.5/10, but the value for money is insane! So so so much food! Had a great vibe too. Oh, and the Churros -..."

Kyle Rath

"Good vibes, very attentive waiters and managers. We had cosmopolitans and a small sharing meal, both were excellent. I will be back to try some other..."

Chane Liebenberg

"Really enjoyed dining here for the first time. Great venue/ambience, great service and great food to go along with it. Those lamb and mint cigars are..."

Stephan Badenhorst

"Great cocktails, virgin cocktail are good as well. Friendly..."

Lance Govender

"Food is definitely delicious... You have to try a bit of everything... Menu has a good selection of such.... Well presented... Which makes it..."

Lucy TL

"Amazing tapas. Service was really good. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Highly..."

Pamella Irakoze

"The food is absolutely amazing and well priced. We ate a couple of things that were all great, the green beans, potatoes, steak, calamari and chorizo..."

Thandeka Simelane

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"I loved every thing about baobao cafe and grill menlyn the staff the food and the place every thing 4 me there is superb. Good things always comes to..."

Harold Mokone

"For my first time at this particular restaurant for my birthday dinner with my girlfriend, I really did think that their service was so welcoming and..."

Bongani Masuluke

"It was the best moment of my life. The place is awesome. Really good..."

Billy Kanjere

"I’ve been here years ago, but this time it was amazing. Awesome food (maluti chicken), awesome nighttime view out on the deck, friendly waiters,..."

Janita

"This place is really nice! Great ambiance, great atmosphere, friendly waiters. The menus has a variety of options to choose from. I had your seafood..."

Lethabo Mokgatle

"Visited this establishment again, and I'm glad to see the food is still great! The service is even better. I love how affordable it is, which makes..."

Motjatji Sebola

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Yajna

"This place will make you forget that you are still inside Menlyn mall, been here about 3 times, and each time was amazing. The atmosphere is great,..."

Lena Motaung

"Definitely a place I will return to. Upper deck great view of PTA East. Food also above average. Initial service need some touch up but after waiter..."

Emile Roux

"The food was amazing, drinks were AMAZING. The service though was the opposite. We asked for a table in the smoking section where we waited almost 45..."

Lesego Les-kay Kutumela

"Very nice restaurant if you love meat!! All the best cuts and great service...it has a view,albeit this is Pretoria so you'll mostly see city lights...."

Dirk

"Lovely restaurant. It really feels organic with the interior design geared towards making you feel like you're eating at the tree top. Food is..."

Alroy Ndhlovu

"This a really big and busy restaurant. Having said that they have really great service so you don’t feel like a number. We were a table of 13, ..."

Thavashni Reddy

"Really nice service. The food was delicious. The menu is homely and warm. I love love this place. The view is beautiful too. I definitely recommend..."

Tiffany

"An amazing resturant with an amazing view. The service was implacable. I enjoyed their sushi and their lamb shank. They also served the best rib eye..."

Thabang Mabala

"This restaurant is so beautiful. I loved the ambiance. Our service was below par given that the restaurant only had a few patron. The starter arrived..."

Bongiwe Nyambi

"My husband has been saying we should come here for a while. So glad we did! The food was amazing for the price! From seafood to chicken to meat, it..."

Georgette Brook

"Consider your current idea of fine dining. Now forget about it completely until you visit Baobab Cafe and grill. The instant you enter..."

Rishay Rajkumar

"Spend New Year’s eve having a meal and a few cocktails with friends. What a lovely restaurant. I ordered the sushi and boy, was that good!!!! Best..."

Lorraine

"Craving a good grill my cousin and I headed to Menyln Park's Baobab for a meaty meal. We were pleasantly surprised to find an offering of gin..."

Awande Mngadi

"A definite favorite in Menlyn for a decent meal and drinks. The view from the deck at night is gorgeous, and the decor is chic and contemporary. I..."

Pamela Hill

"I’ve always loved Baobab in Menlyn. The view is awesome , with a very relaxing vibe . The staff are always friendly , the service is good and the..."

Cayla Riley

"I love their intimate seating and love how When you sit outside they give you blankets for your legs. The food is always good and there's a versatile..."

Jenine Botma

"The food was absolutely delicious great vibes like the set up. The menu was very broad and caters for pretty much everyone young and old. Certainly..."

Thobile Motswene

"We were promptly received and taken to our booked table on Friday evening. Our waiter was attentive and friendly. Between us we ordered a pan fried..."

Marian Bezuidenhout

"Authentic African décor, seating that caters for a romantic dinner or an outing with friends. Very friendly staff and management and overall good..."

Sean Slabbert

"It's a very beautiful restaurant, the waiters are welcoming and really nice. We sat by the balcony, it was a bit cold but they gave us blankets to..."

Thendo Mathobo

"Was here a while back celebrating my friends 21st and the vibe itself was great. The waiters we were assigned were beyond awesome but the food was..."

Kamogelo Mogale

"Good food, great view had a bone Marrow and fries. Wasn't my first time there wanted to experiment with the menu and I ended up trying the bone..."

Bongane

"Great great service. good food. they really go the extra mile to please their clients. I went a tiny bit off menu and they accommodated me so nicely..."

Jana Venter

"I have some great experiences and then some not so great experiences, but overall I always go back. The Springbok Carpaccio rolls are to die for and..."

Nikita Cloete

"Delicious, with great service. Starter of Camembert in filo on cranberry reduction was the highlight of the evening! Friendly knowledgeable..."

Dirk Kotzee

"Always eat great food and we make a point to try new meals every time- which never disappoints! The service is great, always and we love the whole..."

Larissa Lubbe

"We chose Boabab for a birthday celebration and had a table reserved for 17 people. The only drawback that I had with this is that there was only one..."

Armand Oosthuizen

"If you are in need of a view, good food and a spot to enjoy your sundowners, the Baobab is a sure place to be. Easily accessible from the N1 via..."

Janthinus Schrage

"Still is one of my favourite go-to restaurants in Pretoria. The plates are big & full of food. The atmosphere is great, especially out..."

Lloyd Loots

"I just love this place. The service is always wonderful, food is delicious, big portions at a reasonable price. Lovely atmosphere and they even bring..."

Sarina Frauenstein

"Boabab is definitely one of my favorite Restaurants in Pretoria. The service is excellent, from reception to the waiter, and the food is always spot..."

Nic Muller

"What is not to like about this restaurant. We dine here about twice a month and they never disappoint!!!The staff is always friendly, helpful..."

Marcia

"Lunch today was amazing!! Served by Sandra, she made us feel home and well looked after. We sat in the smoking upstairs, being non smokers we enjoyed..."

Slash

"I went to the Wonderboom Baobab a long time ago so I pretty excited to come here. I decided to order their oxtail with mash and pumpkin. The pumpkin..."

Gladys Leboho

"Really great view, great vibe, great music, great food and tired service with a bit of attitude to add insult to injury. I have no complaints about..."

Devin Sage

"I love Baobab.Every single time that I have been here I have always had an amazing meal. The waiters and front of house etc. are all very..."

Pig & Rant

"A lovely restaurant with beautiful ambience and interior. The waiters were patient and ready to cater our every need from blankets (It got a..."

Chioma Asomugha

"Baibab in Menlyn is an old favorite. Have been going there for ages.... also before becoming vegetarian 😳😳It is absolutely stunning..."

Marentia Van Kasterop

"This restaurant is definitely on my top list of favourite restaurants ! I had a lovely experience here with a few friends. We were greeted..."

Mbali

"We had a lengthy Sunday breakfast / lunch at Baobab. I like the look of this eatery and the menu is definitely interesting. Best of all: they have..."

Jaco

"For a restaurant in a mall, this place is fancy and worth it. Excellent calamari main and the desert was delicious. The restaurant was surprisingly..."

Rhonda Hamilton

"I have been here in the past and I wanted to return for a while to write a fresh review based on my experience. The waitress was very friendly, but..."

James Marsh

"As annoying as Menlyn mall is, this is a restaurant I don't mind dragging myself through that mall for. Gorgeous decor and delicious food. I am yet..."

Noku

"Baobab always has friendly service and great quality food. Food portions are big, and are great value for money. Outside seating is recommended, as..."

Ciji

"Man oh man... The burger!!* :D I finished that plate in a minute and didn't regret a second!!* :) The onions rings were crispy and oozed flavor as..."

Jeanette Wilburn

"Awesome restuarant! They have a wide variety to chose from and the food is awesome. Their servings are plenty and they not stingy! Their prices are..."

Kearabetswe Nkwane

"Of all the times I've been here, it has never disappointed. The menu is extremely wide, but that is not necessarily a bad thing, as I have had..."

Cas

"Great vibes and delicious food! The feel and energy of this establishment is great! I love the decor and surroundings as it resembles a..."

Leandri Theron

"Came here for a friend's 21st birthday dinner and I must say the food was amazing! Had the chicken livers for starters, Serloin steak with creamed..."

Lebogang Desiree Maphelela

"Really loved it here. It was my first time eating here. I had the Nachos and my friend had the Pulled Pork Wrap. Firstly I just wanna say that the..."

Leeroy Alfonso Esbend

"Wow❗️ I have no complaints about this place whatsoever. My friend made late reservations for his birthday dinner and managed to get a table for..."

Mmabatho

"It took a while to get seated as it was a busy night, but it was worth the wait. We sat outside and took in the beautiful view of Pretoria. The food..."

Neza Bee

"Service was okay The price may seem steep at first, but the plate is quite hugeSometimes the food is good sometimes not, its really a hit..."

Jackie Zhang

"One of the best meals I've had in a while!This is the first time I have visited Baobab in the 3 years while studying in Pretoria and I have..."

Kirst Talbot

"Beautifully designed interior and stunning views from the deck. We ordered crumbed mushrooms and a cheesy garlic roll as a starter. The crumbed..."

Megan Fairhurst

"Always a winner from business lunches to family dinners! Awesome view, very well spoken staff offering good service and really good food!..."

LieslRené

"Lovely steak house, with an authentic feel. It is slightly pricier than the usual restaurant, but really worth the experience of lovely friendly..."

Sarah

"Demand a table on the deck - the view is amazing! Generally good staff and service here. Baobab is no more pricy than your..."

Chris Sawyer

"My boyfriend and I went here for a chilled birthday dinner. We had no reservations but they had enough place for us. As a smoking couple, it is..."

Amé Du Toit

"Not sure if I like Baobab or not. It hits all the marks on food and wine. The ambience is always very chilled, service is always there. But that's..."

PJ

"Really great food, and the service was good!Tends to be a bit expensive! Meal for 2 (only mains) few drinks, no deserts, ended the night..."

Dt

"Very nice restaurant in Menlyn centre. Food is good with a decent selection, although a little pricey. Interesting decor and good service. I would..."

Anandie

"Had our year end lunch here. We were quite a big table but the food quality and the service was very good. Considering that the restaurant was very..."

René Bennett

"Man I love this spot. Great view up on the terrace and really high quality food. Service is good and perfect for a quick pop in while shopping or for..."

Eduan Beetge

"Great food and ambiance. Had an end year function, understandably service was slower but the waiters were patient and attentive. I had a lovely..."

Esther Shaidi

"Went to Baobab for my birthday, and I must admit I don't know what the fuzz is all about, the restaurant is really beautiful, and the view outside as..."

Leandie Swanepoel

"Wow wow wow. I loved the decor. The paid attention to detail to all the little things. The food was delicious and served in a pleasing way. Little..."

Dog Food Man

"Baobab has had me coming back since the first time i had dinner there in 2008. The food has stayed delicious and the ambience has always stayed laid..."

Madelein Pardau

"We had a late lunch at Boabab on a Saturday afternoon. We were served by a friendly waitress, she was efficient and there when we needed her. We..."

Lani Loves Good Food

"This restaurant really deserves a fantastic review. The setting is just so beautiful even though it's situated in the busiest Mall in Pretoria. Once..."

Frikkie Gous

"We love this place! Date night favourite! They have excellent sushi, amazing cocktails. I simply haven't been disappointed! A must try is..."

Monieeek

"This restaurant has a nice ambiance, food is good and interesting. Service was okay. My expectation was very high, as many people recommended..."

FoodLover

"This is one of my faveroute restaurants and the food is usually amazing and their cocktails are even better but the service is not very good..."

Joan

"Everything about this place is a winner. The food is absolutely amazing, the service is 5 star and the waiters are really kind, the view is..."

_Malenda

"Baobab is one of those places where you'll make the effort in going into a shopping centre. The look is so inviting and beautiful and the food,..."

Talita Jacobs

"I've been to Baobab numerous times in the years I've lived in Pretoria. The ambience & decor present such a contrasting yet alluring combination with..."

Gugulethu Del'sile Nandi Mdladla

"Have been here several times! Nice vibe, amazing food and drinks! The staff and the service is always spot on! Never disappoints!! Will have to visit..."

Carmen Janse Van Rensburg

"The african theme is well designed. The service was good. The food is nice and especially the streak with the brie sauce. The prices leans a little..."

SuPierreior Muller

"From the decor to the food...I just love it all! Their Chicken, biltong and feta Quesadillas is to die for and you just have to end your meal with..."

Simone Steyn

"Their salads are very nice but their eisbein's are to die for. Best eisbein in Pretoria with not a bad price considering it is a 600g..."

Olloff Denuyschen

"The food is absolutely amazing. Your taste buds will forever be in debt. The view of Pretoria while having a stunning meal with a complementary wine..."

Brooklyn Teedox Mbonani

"Haven't being here yet but would love to visit soon...your food looks yummy and I bet it tastes nice also, I'm coming soon with my crew for my..."

Sipho Aphane

"Great view of pretoria while sitting outside enjoying the fresh air, they'll give you a blanket if you're cold, the food is tasty and served hot and..."

Shae Leigh

"Had my friend's birthday dinner in June and we were given the private dining room. Food was good, waiters were very friendly and helpful. Great..."

Vanessa Manugu

"Spent the afternoon here forbmy fathers birthday recently...such a lovely restaurant with some of the most accommodating staff ive ever..."

Emma

"This is a restaurant that should be on every one's bucket list of places to eat at. I have been a few times and I have never been disappointed ever...."

Quintin

"Baobab Cafe & Grill in Menlyn sets itself apart from the other restaurants on offer in the mall by its view and unique African-themed decor. I was..."

Lauras World

"A comprehensive menu and a warm atmosphere. It's certainly Pretoria's pride. Serves a variety of African dishes and the potions are too handsome...."

Hlayisani Sambo

"It's great food at an affordable price! The service was good but the kitchen is a little slow. The deco is lovely and it has some lekker local..."

Jenna Candice Fulcher

"Food is great but the kitchen is very slow, service has gone down in the last 3 years. We went from being regulars to occasional diners at Baobab..."

Deon Krause

"We usually go as a big group of Friends to Boabab in Menlyn.the food is very nice and they usually have very interesting dishes..."

Jani Du Toit

"I have been there twice and have not once been disappointed. This place and the food is absolutely to die for! I had a chicken breast wrapped with..."

Vanessa Bosch

"I would place Baobab alongside the best restaurants in Pretoria to celebrate a special occasion (anniversary or birthday dinner). They have a lot to..."

Christine Grobler

"One of the most enjoyable dining experiences I've had. beautiful decor, very relaxed and open environment. Been there a couple of times and never had..."

Kamohelo Morgan

"I love the brilliant decor and atmosphere. The food is excellent and we always get great service. My favourite dish is the lamb shank...."

Andriette Keyser

"If you enjoy good food & service, this is the place! Beef curry was superb, seared tuna best value for money and our waitress was well trained and..."

Natasha Parry

"My mom and I had a business meeting at Baobab about a week ago, and WOW!! The waiter was just unbelievable and the NACHOS!! Oh my... Best Nachos..."

Jean-Mari Blaauw

"Great service, hearty flavourful food and what a view- especially in the outside upstairs area. Have been at Baobab a few times before and will..."

Lala Crafford

"We have been to Baobab numerous times before, whether for a date night or a night out with friends we have never walked away feeling anything but..."

Ulrike.kloppers

"Always a winner, excellent smoking section with a great view of Pretoria.. Been here a few times for all types of occasions, never ceases to..."

Riaan Jonker

"The decor is beautiful and it has a lovely open air feel outside, and a more sophisticated intimate look inside. I had a delicious lamb shank that..."

Saiyuri

"The reviews were extremely favourable in reality, which is the reason this spot enticed us on a weekday. we landed at 6:00pm . We were invited by..."

Juan Hazley

"We went to Baobab on Sunday with the whole family for Mothers day as it is a favorite of ours. The food was great as well as the service. (i..."

Donavin Bezuidenhoudt

"Beautiful setting fit for a lovely celebration and lovely..."

D

"Baobab menlyn achieved something special because restaurants in malls feel very impersonal where as this place is classy. Every time I come where the..."

Colin Logie

"Probably the best place to go to in Menlyn. Ideal to have dinner at before a movie.vThe restaurant's decor is BEAUTIFUL and the atmosphere warm...."

Lara Lourens

"First off, let me just say that I am not a fan of restaurants in malls. However, if you are in Menlyn, I would highly recommend visiting this..."

Fawn Rogers

"My absolute favorite restaurant of all time! It's actually a family favorite and we've never been disappointed. The menu couldn't be more complete,..."

Monique Van Tonder

"The last time I went here was in Decemeber 2013, before my friends and I parted for our summer leave. The food I have had here has always been great...."

Siveshnee Moonsamy

"Been here on two occasions, both dates. The decor is contemporary African, the ambience on the opulent side without being off-putting. Baobab sells..."

Zamaphephethwa Nzimande

"Baobab Cafe & Grill, the particular one I am talking about is situated in Menlyn ✨ 😋😋The food was delicious 😋😋 I must say complements..."

Terrence DIkobe

"It is such a lovely place for everything The staff is amazing and caring The food,is delicious as it looks The environment is “giving”🤣🤣..."

Vuyelwa Nkuzo

"The restaurant is very big and beautiful, amazing views from outside and great service. They serve big portions and the atmosphere is very vibrant...."

Dr. Kurhula Nicolleen-Jean

"Really nice food, the stuff is friendly, what worries me is the constant checking, they should at least check up twice and be close by to attend if..."

Maluleke Dzunisani

"One of my all time favourite date night restaurants. Delicious food, awesome service and an overall great atmosphere. Take yourself, partner or..."

Michelle L. Naidoo

"I loved everything about the Cafe & Grill. There was nice music playing, the food was amazing and the service was also great thanks to our waiter..."

Lebs Lebese

"What a wonderful place to be for breakfast, lunch, etc, on the 14th I was there with my wife since she was celebrating her birthday 🎂 🥳 🎉, ..."

Ndivhuwo Cyril Seroba

"Amazing atmosphere, it is very calming and fancy. I would recommend sitting outside so you can look over the city from the top of Menlyn. We had..."

Kaylin Van Der Walt

"Everything about this restaurant is amazing. From the friendly service when you walk into the door to their deliciously well cooked meals. Definitely..."

Desiree Lesuthu

"I don't even know where to begin... The service was absolutely outstanding!!! Food was out of this world! We had Springbok Carpaccio and Crumbed..."

Vanessa Muttitt

"I cannot complain about a single thing. Let's start at the entrance.. There are 2 - 4 people there to greet and sit you down with a great attitude..."

De Wet van der Merwe

"It’s a very beautiful and versatile place, great for afternoon drinks with some chilled music in the background. The service was awesome but the..."

Kay Sebeela

"Ideal venue if you don't mind paying the mandatory parking fee for Menlyn mall. Spacious, great views, versatile for an intimate dinner, large..."

Kwabena Boateng

"Well my best friend decided to spoil me on my birthday and i have to say we had fun. The place is stunning and the view outside is incredible, the..."

Nomathemba Zungu

"I really had a nice dinner 🍽 😋 there. The service was..."

Amanda Zipho Konkota

"The restaurant is very beautiful the outside and top roof is also beautiful, their food is tasty though sides are charges separately. The loo is..."

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