TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in South Africa - Updated November 2024

Thunder Gun

92/100 (13361 ratings)

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"Just the most amazingly consistent neighborhood eatery. For meat lovers, the best ribeye steak and ribs (according to my meat loving husband) and..."

Marleen Lennox

"Excellent as always ,food is so nice service perfect would rate the place 10 out of 10..."

Mthiyane Shez

"Consistently good service from everyone, amazing atmosphere and phenomenally great food and portion sizes. Value for money..."

Gareth Tiedt

"Well i had some dinner there last week wow what a place so cozy and the food are brilliant i had ribs an was it huged and devine do yourself a favor..."

Debora Elizabeth Stevens

"Honestly THE best ribs I have ever eaten. Amazing service and the Portuguese..."

Nolan Augustine

"Growing up this was the best treat ever !! Celebrated my 16 th birthday with a Burger AND a Chocolate milkshake! So lovely to share the experience..."

Jennifer Brink

"Took family to lunch for our wedding anniversary.As usual, quick service, hot food, good size portions. It’s what we’ve come to expect..."

Gary Gray

"Best Portuguese ribs ever !! Chips served does not have salt .. really surprising Good vibe , busy .. old settings , long queues .. but food is..."

Kums Naidoo

"Will be back..."

Lee Bradshaw

"Good grief! Those ribs! Best in Joburg for sure! Good service and lots of beers on tap. I LOVE this..."

Zane Zane

"Perfect for a Friday evening treat. Very busy, but settled down in the bar for a pre-drink. Fantastic and precise bar service. Waited 10min for a..."

Dan Scott

"Thundergun Steakhouse has such good food! They have so many good things on the menu and the place has a vibrant atmosphere! I tried their ribs, which..."

The Schoeman Brothers

"Always great service and continuously great food after many..."

Anastasia Iskra

"The best place to have ribs in Johannesburg.The ribs are made to perfection.Absolutely amazing food and service.I make sure..."

Moe Rouzbeh

"Both times we went there for a whole family reunion dinner, both times we all arteries the ribs special and both times they did not disappoint...."

Loveroffood

"Been wanting to bring my dad here for Years. He's been on the hunt for the best ribs in town. Eventually came for Father's Day, and what a treat it..."

Kelly Rodger

"It’s not only the oldest steakhouse in joburg but the best as well. If you want a great piece of steak, ribs, or just a good old fashioned burger..."

Food4thesoul

"Thundergun has been a institution in the area and came here for our year end lunch.For the meat lovers there is generous servings of ribs,..."

A Foodie Travels

"Thundergun is a lovely restaurant with excellent food! Their ribs are delicious! I can't have ribs anywhere else now. The atmosphere is also great...."

Deborah Bukasa

"Went to celebrate TG 50th. We have been goinreg there for 48 years. Food is still the same high quality that we have come to expect. Our favourite is..."

Ashley Thompson

"The fiancè and I popped in for some comfort food. What a good decision, we ended up getting one meal at their 1968 price. Awesome service, awesome..."

Rakhil Sewpersadh

"The RIBS!!! The service here is amazing and you never wait too long for your meal even though it's packed. There's a great vibe. I just didn't enjoy..."

Samkelo Sabela

"Great family restaurant with very good home style food, they have been there forever and the service and standards are as great as they always were ...."

Cayla Riley

"This place was awesome. The snails were amongst one of the best I’ve had. Friendly waiters ... real good food. My friend had the ribs which she..."

Nadz

"Great authentic old school steakhouse. Less frills and fuss and more amazing aged steaks! Steaks and ribs were top notch quality and prepared to..."

Jared.pillay

"We have been coming here since I can remember. I turn 40 in December so that's saying a lot. Never had a bad experience here in my life, and if I..."

Marlise M

"Thundergun A PLACE THAT LIVES UP TO IT’s name.I think that if you haven’t been here, you haven’t been to a rib outing in your whole..."

Rudi Swanepoel

"I must say, if you are looking for a good steak and ribs, this is the place to be. Service is quite effecient and the ribs.. oh.. the ribs. They are..."

Kimson Chan

"Rustic good old fashioned food! What you order is exactly what you get, no frills or fancy garnish. Service is fast and the ribs are to die..."

Samantha Walker

"Can’t fault this old timer. Good food, generous portions and excellent service. It’s definitely the best steak house in town and everyone’s..."

Rosemary

"Best service and the food taste so good. Altough the food is pricey but its value for money. Will definitely be back for those scrumptious..."

Squire

"If you’re looking for a scrumptious and hearty meal look no further than the thundergun don’t expect anything special in terms of decor but man..."

Jessica Armstrong

"Had the pleasure of discovery this gem. They have the BEST ribs!!! They really don’t skimp on portion size either and you get the value for your..."

Daniëlle Bezuidenhout

"Amazing, it's no a gourmet restraint but it's not meant to be, it's a great steakhouse. Steaks and ribs are incredible. Place made for meat eaters...."

Caitlin

"Decent ribs. Proper steak pub grub type vibe. Will be keen to try more of the venue. Place is packed and really popular. No frills, no fuss, just..."

Supervundu

"Great Carvery and TBone steak! Service was very good and experience worth the while. For sure to visit this restaurant with all its history. Great..."

Swazi Foodie

"Hands down some of the best, if not the best, ribs in Johannesburg! We went as a group and were able to share the 1kg ribs between three people,..."

Shanice Gounden

"I cannot believe I've lived so close to this restaurant all my life and only recently went for a meal. The experience was so great that I ended up..."

Tessa Hellberg

"Noisy and old looking.....exactly where you wouldn’t expect to find the best ribs you’ve ever tasted!!!!We were there for our 1st time..."

Cornu Perold

"I have rated this as one of the best gems in JHB. provides an excellent atmosphere with a separated sports bar section to catch the game and enjoy..."

Gautam Rao

"Food was excellent, good portions of ribs for kids. Homely feel to the place. The place to come if you looking for an awesome hearty meal. Will..."

Shaun China

"Unbelievable food 👌 I have been coming to this restaurant since forever!!The restaurant is still the same - totally consist from the decor,..."

Nicole Kruger

"Best Ribs Ever! noone can beat Thunderguns ribs! friendly service-staff always greet us with a smile! will keep going back again and..."

Let Them Eat Cake

"What it says is what you get... the best rib joint in town. I had 1kg of ribs and as much as I tried, I couldn't get through the lot. Thank goodness..."

Brent Marlton

"Food and service is excellent! Big order arrived quickly ! Only complaint would be the lack of Combos... The only combos are pork ribs with a steak,..."

Ilan Ben-David

"Was introduced to Thundergun as a student in 2000 and we used to love their lunch specials. Decided to try the restaurant again with my wife many..."

Werner Van Greunen

"The best steak in johannesburg. Worth every cent for the yummiest food. The restaurant is cleaned and the service is friendly and very efficient! ..."

Loren Purcell

"This place is old school and I love I can agree that it is the best ribs I've had. Awesome friendly service every time. Great side dishes too....."

Nixie

"So we have planned on going to the Thundergun for a while. We normally turn around at the entrance because of the smelly smoke pub at the entrance...."

Edward Seaborne

"An amazing experience. I ordered a Rump Camembert which was perfectly prepared. The waiers are very efficient. A great atmosphere. There is a..."

Trevor Halgreen

"Bests ribs i've eaten. Generous portions and good vibe inside the place -outside looks dodge and that's the only reason I haven't been there in..."

Reema Vather

"A very busy place on a Friday night! Ribs are delicious here! We ordered the 1KG portion and boy was that huge! Service here was also really good,..."

Diana Mak

"Amazing ribs, fast service with a smile and packed the whole weekend for a reason! Make sure to book in advance.A must for all rib lovers in..."

Charlemagne Olivier

"Best ribs in Joburg & the carvery is delicious too! Friendly staff & great atmosphere, although can get very busy & loud at times. The menu prices..."

Vivian Leigh Smith

"This place is an institution. It's been around since 1968 so you know they must be doing something right! They are famous for their ribs which come..."

Ryan Whittaker

"What a treat! This was truly an amazing experience! The food, the atmosphere and the service were all top notch! This is definitely a place..."

Ebeth

"This is a very special restaurant for #KevFabFood - I came here with my folks and grandparents when I was a boy growing up...have not come for years..."

Kevin Barrie Levy

"I have known about this restaurant for several months and have also avoided it, because I don’t generally go to Pub like places, they normally have..."

LB

"Lovely, warm and relaxed setting. Amazing service. Staff and owners were on the ball and extremely helpful and friendly! Their pork ribs are to die..."

Sylvanah Claase

"Still one of the best places to go in Joburg if you are looking for a great steak at a reasonable price! Always busy and always with great service...."

Jonathan Houston

"The first time my family and I came here, we ran into some good friend of ours by chance and we had an absolutely wonderful time. The food is..."

Megan Gawthorpe

"Thundergun offers up some unique steak offerings that are done to your perfection. There jalapeno poppers are just as amazing. Whether it is for..."

Lashanta Pillay

"Came here for st paddys day - didn't know we had to book as their website clearly states NO BOOKINGS, but other than that the night was enjoyable,..."

Kaylyn

"The most unsuspecting spot. At first glance a tiny looking pub. But on entrance an old carpeted steak house that says home. But one does not go to..."

Natasha De Villiers

"Took a bit of a whike to get seated but the food is great- the menu has a wide selection and is well priced too. The portion sizes are a pleasant..."

Aaye Mwashita

"Great food great service. Service isn't to as quick as possible but it's not inconveniently slow either. Recommend it to any meat lover. The..."

S. Dumiso Dexter Dhlamini

"Took my granny, who 30 years ago was a regular, back to her old haunt for a pub dinner. She was delighted nothing had changed and received..."

Megan Fyffe

"Always amazing. From the size portions, taste and out of this world bastings, it's always a pleasure visiting this restaurant. The service is what..."

Olivia Clunie

"Placed a takeaway order over the phone for pick up. The guy on the phone seemed distracted and I had to hold on for about half a minute. When he..."

Sbu Dlamini

"Thundergun is definitely our favourite rib restaurant. They fill up quite quickly on weekends and do not accept bookings. The restaurant itself is..."

Jacky&Lisa

"Un-friking-believable- the ribs were to die for !!! By far the best ribs in Johannesburg !!! I'm gonna have Rib withdrawal soon ! Chilled atmosphere..."

Megan Kelly Taylor

"Best ribs in town! Visited Thundergun this evening for a take away. Ordered the Billy the kid 600g ribs.Ribs weren't overly basted. Amazing!!! The..."

Alex Vorster

"Thunder Gun has been serving up steaks since it first opened in 1968, making it one of the oldest food establishments in Johannesburg.It..."

Dean

"Finally got to take a few mates there and after bragging about how good the ribs were they turned out to be even better The service was..."

Gramo

"I unfortunately did not take any pictures but I LOVED my time at Thundergun. A friend of mine took me there to try out the Ribs and trust me they did..."

Emile Doubell

"Never disappoints. Apart form the raw uncooked onion rings and lack of options for steak marinades which arwr the only reasons I didn't make this..."

Adam

"Generous to say the least. Ribs could be basted better, it was a little dry. We appreciate that they cut the KG ribs for us to share and served it on..."

Chev Nagiah

"Service was not great. They bought the wrong drinks and did not bring dishes out together. The ribs were good but the baked potato had margarine when..."

Tammilee Pike

"Steak, ribs, burgers and cold beer. Very traditional 70s steak house with loyal regulars. To get a table arrive early. Always enjoyed the food, my..."

Konichiwa

"Very good rib eye stake. Awesome as always. Good company good food and good service. This is why we always come back to this place. Well worth..."

Kevin Maartens

"Amazing ribs. We happened to stop by on a whim. We rarely ever venture into that area,but we heard alot about this spot.It's tucked inside a..."

Eve

"These are the best ribs in town We've tried the other dishes - the chicken and steak are great - but don't miss out on the ribs, it's just not..."

Elize Cloete

"So, the service is average and the setting is quite old and pub like...(perhaps they're going for an authentic vibe)... But the food is amazing. The..."

Ally

"Friends have been telling my about the Thundergun for a while now and man were they right! We waited a bit at the bar before being seated but for..."

Megan Fisher

"The best rib joint in JHB!!!! Me and my friend done here last night and everything from the moment we entered was absolutely great!! Highly..."

Bertramp747

"My boyfriend took me to the unparalleled Thunder Gun Steakhouse for a pre-birthday dinner, and all I can say is that it was amazing! The service was..."

Natalia Bonegio

"We enjoyed Sunday lunch at Thundergun and chose the buffet. It was outstanding. Roast beef, roast lamb and roast pork. Served with rice, roast..."

JC

"One of the best steakhouses in jhb good service and to think I found this place in the fhm magazine few years ago will definitely be back again I..."

Zain Halim

"I have been to Thunder Gun a numerous amount of times and they never disappoint! The food is always great and the service is top notch. Definately..."

Cuppycake

"One of my regular spots. Best steak ranch in Johannesburg, possibly the best steak house in the whole of SA. Hearty and large meals. Tons of..."

Rhyse Pilsbury Crompton

"Never let's you down. Spoilt for choice and fantastic service. No wonder Thundergun has been the neighborhood favourite for decades ! I reckon they..."

Godfrey De Meyer

"Steakhouse as a steakhouse should be. From ribs to burgers and then on to the steaks every meal cooked to perfection. The Lone Ranger ribs are most..."

Jalapeño Popper

"After all this time decided we needed to try Thundergun. I have been apprehensive about the look & feel of an old pub & grub. But once we were seated..."

Jack & Jill

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

Kurt Baden Cairns

"Probably the best 1kg of ribs I have ever consumed in my life. Starting with the Jelapeno poppers, which were so hot they made me cry, then moving on..."

Kelly Ansara

"Undisputed best ribs in Johannesburg, maybe even the world. Can't go wrong with a Lone Ranger for the super hungry and highly recommend a Whizz Gun..."

Warren

"After craving a good rack of ribs- pork is the only way for this craving to be met- I decided to see what Johannesburg had to offer in this arena ,..."

Cheyanne Ho

"Thundergun is probably one of the best steakhouses in Joburg. Food arrives promptly and the service is efficient. Highly recommend the fillet and..."

Nishela Ramgoolam

"Best family neighbourhood restaurant I have been to in Joburg. Always well packed, and they dont take bookings at the best of times, but their..."

B2C Eats

"Heard rave reviews from colleagues about the ribs at this joint - and they did not disappoint. Perfect for a boys night out. The 1kg Lone Ranger with..."

James Jullies

"We started off with the Jalepeno Poppers (filled with cream cheese and rolled with bacon) which were delicious! They have a real zing to them so..."

HungryLamb

"The decor hasn't changed in years but love the old school feel :) You cannot go wrong ordering steak of any type. My son was defeated by..."

Jeanette Verster

"I met with two mates for lunchThis was like a blast from the past to a genuine steak house of the 70'sThe place was packed When I say..."

Warren

"Had diner with my wife at the thundergun last night.I had the 600g ribs and she had a 200g rump. The ribs were excellent, tender and well ..."

Alan Mitchell

"This old school steakhouse has been going for ages. It reminds me a bit of the longhorn steakhouse that was around when I was a kid. It's best to..."

Tim Ross

"Came here for dinner tonight. The interior is very old school, and a little hot inside. We sat outside on the benches which was much cooler. The vibe..."

Sarah Connolly

"Have been frequenting this place since both and McEnroe played epic Wimbledon finals.It is that old and it is that established.What stands..."

Cdawg Dubya

"Food was really nice! The staff are really friendly and the service is great! The vibe of the restaurant is really nice and overall it was a great..."

Kevin Simon

"I have been dying to try Thundergun steakhouse for ever and today was my lucky day sadly I feel like I'm stuck in the 1800's on a Texas ranch..."

Joelene

"Read the good reviews and decided to invite a customer for lunch at Thundergun. We both ordered 300 g fillet. The fillet was so soft and tender -..."

Lars Anders Jensen

"There food is here is gr8! U will not go wrong , gud restaurant, food and excellent service always. :-) Been there on many occasion even took..."

Rumeshinie Govender

"Amazing ribs and good service! The atmosphere of the restaurant is very family orientated and friendly. The booking policy of the restaurant that you..."

Janine Howard

"This place most certainly lives up to its reputation - the ribs are absolutely out of this world. The decor is old and really gives you that..."

Nicole

"I have been wanting to go here for a while and was not disappointed. I shared the 1kg ribs which were juicy and tasty. The rest of the table seemed..."

Paula Baetu

"Underrated steak place in a lesser popular area. Great place to go for a juicy steak, cold beer and watching sports. Relaxed atmosphere makes for a..."

DebbyGP

"Finally tried the famous Thunder Gun last night and it lived up to its reputation! Great old fashioned steakhouse with an amazing vibe and real..."

Liesl Bennett

"Great spot 4 the best ribs and steak in jozi. Been going there since I was a kid. Food is always delicious. Love there old school style of plating on..."

Nicci 🌟

"Awesome food, awesome service. By far the best steakhouse in Jo'burg. I won't lie when I got there it didn't look like much but as soon as you get in..."

Sakhile Dlamini

"The Thunder Gun Steakhouse first opened its doors in 1968 so for over forty (40) years they have been known for their delicious ribs and steaks and..."

Lauras World

"Hands down the best ribs in town. There is no competition for this place or I am yet to find that place. Although the place isn't set in the greatest..."

Casper H. J Badenhorst

"Had family lunch there yesterday. Food and service are always superb. My son and I had the ribs which have to be the best by a country mile. The..."

Jan

"We have been going to Thundergun for as long as I can remember and I have never had a bad meal/experience there. Went there tonight and between 3 of..."

Taryn Spark

"Enjoyed a dinner at Thundergun because I really love steak and little gems that need to be tried out.We sat in the bar area because it's..."

Vicky Jankiewicz

"Oh Thundergun! You just get me! Not only does the menu have a good range of options, but they are all cooked to perfection and served with a smile...."

Likecaramel

"Well trained friendly staff, great lunch specials, outstanding carvery! The house wine is not brilliant (why do restaurants think wine by the glass..."

Alison

"At first impression this restaurant looks rather dodgy, but the food was excellent! Portions are generous and the prices are reasonable too! Keep up..."

Daniel Kettles

"Their ribs are absolutely amazing and at a decent price too! Staff are friendly and efficient. Atmoshpere is good. The only downside is that if you..."

Joyce Keung

"I just love this steakhouse. It has everything- the decor, the vibe, the ribs! Truly the ribs are the best I've had in South Africa. Tonight I had..."

Julia Louise Domanski

"It is what it is! They've been around for years. And for a reason. The ribs are great. Decor is old but when you go here you go because you want that..."

Anja Immelman

"One word: Ribs!!! Lives up to the hype. I'm sure the rest of the menu is also good but I really haven't bothered to look. Nothing pretentious. Food..."

Sachin Ram-Asary

"A honest to goodness steak house that serves great food and makes no pretense of who they are. The Jalapeño poppers wrapped in bacon was..."

ReVino

"Amazing! Best ribs, both pork and beef! Such an American flavour. Excellent portion size at reasonable prices. Bar creates good cool atmosphere. ..."

MJ

"Have been here plenty and never been disappointed! I can never order anything other than the steak because it is always perfection (particularly..."

Nicola Veitch

"This is the place to go for great steak. The sirloin was tender, delicious and cooked exactly the way I asked for it. The chips were the best I've..."

Jacqui Oeschger

"A place with a real "cowboy" vibe! The place was packed and parking was a bit of a mission. The service was pretty impressive ... the second our..."

Stephanie Courtnage

"Haven't been here in a while, but from previous experiences the food is good and the waiters friendly. The ribs are their signature dish, very nice..."

Vanessa Patricia Shelver

"Thunder Gun is one of the best places there is. It has been around for years, my parents used to go there when they were kids and the standard of..."

Stacey

"Once again this old favorite has outdone itself. The food is always incredible especially the runs. The service is efficient without you feeling..."

Marco Driol

"Thundergun was a nice evening. Its an old classic joint that is known for their ribs and chips, no fine dining but old school slap bang steak and..."

#rateaplate

"Ok so everything you hear about this place is true. The ribs are just amazingly fantastic. The vibe is cool and is what it is. A tad bit far from..."

Lisa

"When visit visiting this steakhouse you may want to book in advance as it can get really busy. This is one of the few steakhouses that accommdated..."

Gary Greenberg

"The first time I went here I had a steak...it was a good steak but I had to go back for the ribs. Last night I ordered the 1kg Lone Ranger with..."

Sharima Bramannan

""OMG, how have you not been yet?" was the natural response I got before I went to Thunderguns. It's a very pub-like vibe. Loud, big tables. Generous..."

Keenan Kyle Harduth

"This place is an institution, my parents used to take us in the early '80s. I know go there with industry colleagues and mates. We normally eat the..."

Cary Seach

"Firm favourite, food awesome, value for money and just an all round warm experience. Decor could do with an update, but maybe thats part of the..."

Melinde Van Rensburg

"I was first taken to the original Thundergun (same venue) in 1974 when steakhouses were few and far between and can still remember how delicious,..."

Food Lover Deluxe

"Legendary status when it comes to steak, and anything that involves red meat! Great boys night out.. Can hardly go wrong with a thundergun steak!!..."

Michael Morton

"I'd heard about Thundergun Steakhouse on one of my social media platforms. We decided to give it a try a week ago. Well, it was AWESOME! It has this..."

Candice Richards

"Very old and dingy '70's steakhouse. Dark green upholstery and dark wood everywhere. This is the type of place you go back to time after time for the..."

Diederik Van 't Hof

"Was looking for the best ribs in Joburg and, after doing some research, decided to try Thundergun. Was NOT disappointed! I tried the point rump..."

Susan Littlejohn

"This place is not far from my place and I had been dying to try because it is always packed. The food is amazing and the portions are more then..."

Tshepi M

"Went last week for my son's birthday and as I remember the Thunder Gun from the 80s it has been going a long time. Decor is very 'western' theme as..."

Sally Downie

"This is the best place in Gauteng for cowboy sized steaks, ribs and burgers.Not the place to impress your girlfriend on the first date due to..."

Francois Marais Van Zyl

"Thundergun - 4 decades of outstandingness & excellence in steaks and burgers. The ambiance is pure Cowboys and Wild West. I love their wall decor -..."

Darryl W

"Thundergun is an awesome place to visit. Ribs and steaks are incredible.the service is great.friendly service. You can go to the pub or restaurant..."

Heinrich Van Dyk

"Went Sunday evening, was amazed at how quickly the place fills up and the quickness of the waiters. Wife had ribs/streak combo went for the 800grams..."

Sibusiso Fortune Ngwenya

"Gives a typical steakhouse feel, has amazing ribs and good service. If the place is full, go and get an ice cold beer in the bar area while you wait..."

Christiaan Janse Van Rensburg

"Wow, the best ribs I have ever had in my life. They have a special Portuguese sauce that puts ribs on n different level. On our way in even the car..."

Lynn Pretorius

"Thunder Gun truly is a Joburg institution, having been around since the 60's. There's a reason why they are fully booked night after..."

Kelly Emerton

"Great night out with my wife at Thundergun. Really, their ribs are the best in JHB. Fantastic! And the atmosphere is great. The authentic little..."

George Hattingh

"Most definitely the best steakhouse in town! Including the fillet, the burgers, the veggies 😍 my family and I go atleast once a month and we..."

Gabriella Jordaan

"I don't ordinarily enjoy ribs, however the sticky sweet goodness that's basted on those ribs are AMAZING. Also the side dishes are really..."

Heena Ramjee

"Nothing gets me salivating like Pavlovs dog than the thought of a steak here, always good and the popularity is proof of this, always very busy even..."

Owen Tennant

"Tucked away in the corner of a centre, hides the best ribs in Johannesburg. Can't book on a Friday, but quickly enough got a table after having a..."

Gerhard Labuschagne

"Our first time at Thundergun was amazeballs!!!!! Friendly staff, warm atmosphere, quick turnaround time on orders and incredibly tasty food!!!!..."

Lerato Tseke

"Where does one start! The food is absolutely incredible. The ribs, the steaks and even the burgers! One can't go wrong. The alcohol selection is also..."

Jonathan George Georgiades

"Always busy with quick turnarounds,Thunder Gun is a familiar favorite. Eating on your own or with a huge table, the orders are quick and never wrong...."

LuluFromJozi

"One of my favorite steakhouses! Brought our own wine thanks to the corkage, and ordered the rump steak with veggies, accompanied with a greek..."

TomYum

"Great service. Great food. Friendly staff. Will definitely be going again. The only complaint is the parking area is to small and..."

Paul Hansen

"All round great experience, friendly waiters, you dont have to wait too long for your food, decent prices. The steaks are decent but perhaps not a..."

Kudzai Maeresa

"Food art!! This was the best steak we've ever had. Super fast service, great atmosphere, personal attention to every guest from the manager.... The..."

Kat :)

"Succulent ribs. Absolutely divine. Ribs 1kg, They really know mens portions ?. Only down side was the side dish of chips and onion rings. Not at all..."

David 'Dvd' Kumi

"A firm favourite. Best ribs in Johannesburg. The carvery is really good value for money. It's always busy so go early as they don't take bookings. My..."

Alyson Lyn Samson

"LOVE! These guys know steak and they know it well. Old school cool, no fuss restaurant with friendly staff and a family style vibe. The sirloin steak..."

Meg Pascoe

"This steakhouse has been around a while, even though changed hands, has kept to serving amazing pork ribs Don't be mislead by the out dated..."

Faye Darby

"The Best ribs in town.... pork and huge and delightful! And the steaks are always delicious and perfectly cooked...always full and always worth the..."

Kersti-Lee Stevens

"Second time visiting thundergun and still not disappointed. This time we had the vegetable platter and the steak and rib combo. All very tasty! The..."

Brett Stevens

"This restaurant is renowned for its ribs and they don't disappoint. The portions are very large. The decor is simple and staff are prompt. Parking..."

Travis

"Awesome food and great service. Didn't really like the decor, feels a bit outdated. Can't have everything I suppose. The ribs and steaks are probably..."

Luke

"Been going to Thunder Gun for 12 years now. Allways friendly and they don't forget your name. James is the best when it comes to keeping you happy..."

Charldin Wasserfall

"I can see why this restaurant has been around for so long and why it is always busy. An old style steakhouse with great food and excellent service...."

Joanne Bender

"Missioned all the way from Linksfield to this legendary Steakhouse and we left satisfied. The ribs and sides are a definite must. Great..."

Lorin

"Awesome experience! Although very busy, we barely sat down with drinks when asked if we'd like to be taken to our table.Fast and proper service,..."

Ted De Boer

"I'm not much of a red-meat eater so I was surprised to find myself (hesitantly) ordering ribs at Thundergun. I ordered the ladies portion (Mary Lou's..."

Kate Parker

"To be honest, I've never sat down and eaten here. Authentic, dodgy pub setting with a great selection of beer and cubicles. Must say they..."

Thembelihle Seruto

"Decor is old style dark steak house, warm and inviting.Atmosphere is calm and relaxing.Service was very good.If you looking for a..."

Michelle

"Very few restaurants can claim to have been open since 1968. This one can. A mid-month Wednesday, no specials, and there is a queue at the door...."

Jon Gericke

"Where do I begin?! The RIBS, best RIBS in Joburg. Whenever I'm in the mood for ribs, this is the only place I think of. I've..."

Arjun Sinha

"Yet another wonderful gem hidden inside the city of Joburg! It's a nice time travel back to the 70's and the food is fantastic! The toilets could use..."

Alexis Assimacopoulos

"Been frequenting this restaurant since 1973, as this was the favorite hangout of Randburg Hoërskool then. The ribs are still the best ribs in Joburg..."

Andre De Jager

"Came here for a birthday recently. Really lovely restaurant with good staff. The portions are gigantic and tasty. I'm sure it's a great place for..."

Roger Sivuyile

"I love this place for an unplanned pub dinner after work with a good friend and some wine. Everyone told me about the ribs, but I wasn't blown..."

Maryna Ellis

"Quite possible the best ribs in Johannesburg. Nice thing is that they come a lot quicker than expected implying they're already cooking by the time..."

John Risk Golding

"Always a winner... The food, as always, was amazing!!!! Even though now very uncomfortably full.. Not too sure if it's a Thursday thing....."

Sunet Van Der Merwe

"Excellent steakhouse where one can enjoy a hearty meal and fantastic service. A real gem of a place and one of our local favourites. They make a..."

Bronwyn Esterhuizen

"It's always a pleasure going here. Food and service is always brilliant, hot and fast. Management always greet, follow up and engage in conversation...."

Garth Balabanoff

"This place was recommended by a friend for the ribs. And we weren't disappointed. Great selection of meat and good Guiness! Definitely gotta try the..."

Michael Coni

"This restaurant doesn't look like much from the outside and it is in a little shopping center in what feels like the middle of..."

Shelley Burt

"I was taken out by some good friends. We had man sized appetites, a thirst for beer and wanted a place to just chill. Well we found it!A..."

Dustin Andrew Ramdass

"This is a Great Choice of Steakhouse, never disappoints. I have been here on a few different occasions and each time has been great.*Incredible..."

Cyrus Wilken

"Great Steak house!!! I had a delicious Egg and Bacon Burger which was massive and filled me up (I couldn't even finish the chips) and my SO had a..."

Martijn Vreugde

"Their food is always brilliant, and I get a kick out of the cheesy cowboy decor. They don't take bookings in the evening though so be prepared for a..."

AwkOpt

"If youre scratching your head for a great surf and turf spot, then look no further......holding up the trophy for JHB best rib joint.....it will..."

Angelo Lee Shong

"I've been coming here since 2002 , the food has never disappointed. Best ribs I have ever..."

Kristen

"Great place!Old school decor, great quality meat, amazing portions!Service is always good and consistent. I always..."

Oliver Wright

"Ribs delicious but fail on the sides - chips and..."

Raquel Andrews

"THE best ribs I have ever eaten!!! Can't get enough. Interior reminds me a little of Spur and on weekends it's always full so hard to get a table as..."

Kat Koebke

"I've been there on three occasions.My ribeye steak was tough in parts but tasty. ... Maybe not matured enough?Second time i went i had the..."

Martini

"If not the best steak house in South Africa, Thundergun is a brilliant restaurant with a great..."

David Blundell

"I adore Thundergun. Its simple in a good way. You know its consistent. Always good food. The waiters aren't a bunch of teenagers so the service is..."

Yvette Johnson

"If you want meat, and good meat properly grilled, this is the place. Tasty, and they know how to do a piece of cow..."

Stuart Steedman

"Absolutely hands down, the best ribs in Joburg! I hear the steaks are awesome, but I have never given up my fix of ladies ribs in order to actually..."

Dominique Baker

"Thundergun could become a Heritage Site it has been around for so long. When you arrive to Thundergun you soon realise that you have arrived to an..."

Ricky Ferreira

"Old skool!You come here for the Ribs. I have been a regular patron since 2000 and the quality has never changed. Full length ribs are the..."

Stevovo

"We are a group of friends who try out at least one new restaurant every month, so as to keep away from always going to the same old place. A lady..."

Therina Van Der Walt

"After years of searching for the best ribs in Joburg, I believe I have found them at Thundergun. This restaurant has been open for decades an with..."

Diner D

"Being a steakhouse, I have heard wonderful things about the steak here, but I have never tried it because I always go back to the ribs. They are the..."

Sammy D

"I had an absolutely fantastic experience at Thunder Gun Steak, Rib, and Pub! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warm..."

Ashley Rain

"Had a Sunday roast craving and Thunder Gun delivered! DELICIOUS 😋 Reminded me of old traditional carvery’s on holiday. So so good! Crispiest..."

Sakura Butler

"it's been going now for 55 years , so it doing something right. The staff are top of the their game and it is a real family atmosphere. a joburg..."

S M

"We popped in to try the ribs after seeing a Facebook post about the restaurant and we were not disappointed!! The ribs were absolutely delicious, I..."

Judy de la Harpe

"We had a fantastic experience at Thunder Gun. We ordered Billy the kid, which is a full rack of ribs. It is marinated in a delicious barbecue sauce..."

Dani Gonzalez

"Love love love!!!! Ribs- too die for!!! The best I have had, huge portion sizes and absolutely delicious! I DO NOT understand why other customers say..."

Evashni Subbiah

"Amazing service and good food. The portions are huge and well worth it. Will definitely be back. Thank you Heath for the great..."

Keval Trikam

"Still one of the best ribs in town. No matter how much time passes, (I'm talking over a decade) their food remains fantastic. We are and will remain..."

Anton Jerrard

"The staff were legitimately the friendliest I've ever met!! Not only was the service outstanding, but the food was delicious. The rib portion sizes..."

Nerena Govender

"Excellent food. Sunday carvery is best with really generous helpings. Nice bubbly vibe too. Not ideal for small children. Went back and enjoyed a..."

Natalie Delport Louw

"Great location, right next to a busy thoroughfare. There is a lot of parking with controlled access that has informal carguards so your vehicle is..."

Tasho Makunike

"Good service, ribs were tasty but slightly dry, overall good experience. Will return for the eisbein but iv had better ribs if im being..."

Daniel Koo

"Awesome steak house. Food is well prepared and excellent ..... Always full. Service was good, friendly staff and waiters I wanted my steak prepared..."

Nirasha Sewpersad

"Honestly a surprise in a very positive way.. from the street it looks rough, but this place is a gem .. a lot more spacious inside than one would..."

TwistedShadowSAF

"Nice experience. Had the carvery on Sunday. Food was good. Unfortunately the service needs attention. We waited about 10 minutes to get a menu after..."

Garth McKenzie

"Quick and easy collection. Best ribs in town. They're definitely my new rib place, and I would recommend to anyone. Delicious onion rings and..."

Nnene Alonge

"The level of excellence in the meat that they serve for the price is unmatch. Whether it is the award winning ribs or the huge selection of great..."

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Alpine Restaurant

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"My partner and I went for our dinner date here . It was my first time here and we both thought it best to make a reservation in case it turned out to..."

AmandaNyanhongo

"This is my favourite butcher and the restaurant self is just as wonderful. You can sit outside under the trees and enjoy a lovely lunch. Their prices..."

Ria Fraser @CityFlavours

"We went to Alpine for their Kleftico Sunday. What an exquisite selection on their buffet. The lamb was incredibly tender and juicy. The pork belly..."

Lynette Scafturis

"We've been going to Alpine since it opened. We have always had wonderful food and great service. The main events are their meat and prawns...."

Paddy

"A butchery that opened a restaurant next door. The fillet was so so soft and tender. The sides are very interesting. Gud selection of wine available...."

Chris De Beer

"Great steak and Bulgarian mixed grill. Their burgers are quite nice as well. Really nice for a Sunday afternoon lunch. The service is not..."

Gergana Young

"Fresh meat, great prawns and a marrow bone with every main meat meal. What more could a girl ask for? The staff is friendly, the vibe is low key but..."

Mayuri Naidu

"Popped in for a last minute dinner out and we were very pleasantly surprised at the superb food we received at extremely reasonable prices. The..."

LorinB

"What I really like about Alpine is they get the basics right! Good food, great service and value for money.Staff were all very attentive and you..."

Andrew Todd

"We went without a booking for a quick evening out; warm inviting atmosphere. Service was fine; food was great! Will definitely be going..."

Llewellyn Sutherland

"We eat here often. The chicken schnitzel is my firm favorite. It is thin, with a thin crust that's never oily and is never overcooked. The chips with..."

Nasheetha Singh

"We had a pleasant evening here. We hadn't booked and the place was packed but they managed to find a spot outside. The food was good and the service..."

Carole Craggs

"Always wanted to try this spot and I'm really glad that I did. The friendly atmosphere and decor make for an unassuming setting in this neck of the..."

Avi Mistry

"When I ask people "do you know Alpine Restaurant", the response is either "that place is amazing!", or "which place?" Alpine is less than one..."

Johan Coetzee

"This is one of our favourite restaurants! The food is always good, and we love trying out the Albanian menu.We shared the vegetarian pizza with..."

Karen Du Toit

"Service good here and food ok. Not too wowed by the lamb shank - gravy a bit Bisto'ish. My wife steak was yummy as was the pizza. A little loud in..."

Glen Mollink

"Based on Zomato ratings, we decided to give Alpine a try. What a good decision! First, the restaurant is light and airy (we didn't sit outside, but..."

Sue-Ann

"Alpine has a great food selection. Pastas pizzas burgers and steaks. I tried out the steak this time and I was more than happy with it. You have a..."

Tim Ross

"Took my boyfriend for steak and ribs for his birthday at Alpine, and it was the perfect birthday experience!The staff were friendly with..."

Natalia Bonegio

"Can't believe I've taken so long to visit this gem, right on my doorstep. Service was excellent, staff attentive and food was brilliant - both top..."

Marius De Lange

"Prepare to have the best service in Jhb. Seriously, Eat Outs Top 10 Jhb restaurants cannot compete with this service and believe me, I have very high..."

LuluFromJozi

"Absolutely love this hidden gem! Originally a great deli/butchery they expanded and opened a little attached restaurant that you know will always..."

Princess Petra

"We stumbled upon this gem 3 months ago by chance, and have been there six times since. The steaks are some of the best I've ever eaten, and the..."

James Barclay

"One of my favourite restaurants in JHB! Definitely a hidden gem. The food is great, service is a bit slow but always worth the wait and the variety..."

Dzithe Phiri

"What a lovely spot. The food is good, the service attenitive and although the food took a while to arrive it was absolutely worth the wait. If you..."

Lood Du Plessis

"What an absolutely stunning restaurant! We were seated out on the deck under trees. It is always good to be outside after sitting in front of a..."

Stephanie Courtnage

"Alpine restaurant is an intimate and cosy little spot that always delivers. The steak taretar starter is always a winner as the capers are crispy,..."

Nicola Veitch

"The steak was good cannot fault that, the lam chops however was not cooked as well it should have been. A very quiet atmosphere, and a bit..."

Sumendra Narismulu

"I really love Carpaccio and this is one of the best I have had; ultra thin and served with cranberry compote. Service is great, happy situation all..."

Cimone Jae

"Absolutely delicious food. I had prawns which were fresh and cooked perfectly! The high light however was the dessert. The chocolate fondant that..."

Lucy

"A hidden gem in Joburg. I've been here for breakfast a few times with work colleagues and we've enjoyed it every time!I have a pork allergy..."

Greg Du Preez

"Alpine Restaurant in Ferndale (Randburg) has only been around a couple of years and it already has a loyal neighbourhood following. As I..."

Lauras World

"Always drove past Alpine, was never too sure what it was all about. I'm glad after reading a couple reviews on Zomato we gave it a try! We had the..."

Michael Morton

"We went for lunch to try the new Abyssinian menu at this one of my favourite "meat spots". After asking for some advice on the options we settelef on..."

Greg Marcia

"I have often passed this restaurant on the way to work and play, and decided that I had to try it. I went here for a Sunday afternoon lunch at short..."

Shaun Naggan

"Good food at a good price, it really felt like we were dining at a fancy restaurant until the bill came. It's so affordable to eat here like a king...."

Scooby Barnard

"Amazing food every time we go there. We have tried just about everything on the menu and I love all the food. Great service and lots of smiles..."

Nicole Kruger

"Best beef fillet you will ever have! They serve it with bone marrow and have interesting side dishes to choose from. The wine sommelier is excellent..."

Melinda

"I've been here many times and always love coming here. The aesthetic is clean and simple but the food is rich and well prepared. The restaurant is..."

Madherbz

"My first experience at Alpine Restaurant was a special one. While the atmosphere may lack a bit, the service was great and the food exceptional. I..."

Shannon Aerts

"Good restaurant with friendly atmosphere. I enjoyed the tasty peppadew pizza and chocolate fondant for dessert. The chocolate fondant was the best..."

Marcelle Johnson

"Great little restaurant lots of tasty variety on the menu . Carbonara was great . I Had the creme brullee would have prefered the Amarula cooked into..."

Pascale Prinsloo

"We had supper here. There is quite a lot of choice in this small restaurant. I had the lamb shank. It was well prepared but the flavours could have..."

Kelsy Moodley

"Good food! We waited a while, but it was worth it! My husband had the fillet, I had the pork schnitzel - lovely! Owners and their staff are..."

Alma Prinsloo Pentz

"We stumble upon this gem! Very good burgers! Next time we will be coming for the 25day dried mature steaks! Good wine selection! Friendly staff and..."

Anina

"Best steak in town! The 300g fillet is my absolute favorite. Friendly and helpful waiters. I take all my family and friends visiting for the first..."

Izoldevs

"All the reviews on Zomato are spot on with this place! I had the Lamb shank and it was on of the best I have had in JHB, and cheap compared to other..."

Denzil Naggan

"Alpine is by far my favorite restaurant in gauteng in terms of big eating and meat, you need to try the panko prawns, they are absolutely amazing and..."

Brandon

"They do a very very good Eisbein! Interesting side dishes too. There are quite a few Bulgarian dishes on the menu too. I'll be back to try something..."

Nicole

"We have now been to Alpine twice in the last month.Both times we have enjoyed ourselves and left feeling satisfied . I have said before that..."

Sergio Michele Acquisto

"This is definitely my husband's favourite spot close to home. The meat dishes never disappoint and there are various interesting sides to choose from..."

Chanel White

"Alpine is definitely a hidden gem! Although hesitant at first, I thoroughly enjoyed my dining experience and will certainly be back! The selection..."

Kate Parker

"Went with a large group, just over 20 people for a work lunch. The restauant wasn't busy and were there for hours.The food was just average. We..."

Sarisha Sankar

"This jewel restaurant is hidden on braam fischer road. Excellent service and wine selection. Geneous portions with a variaty home made original..."

Garth Williamson

"I've never had Bulgarian steak before and I must say I thoroughly enjoyed it. The main meals come in healthy (man-sized) portions all meats are well..."

Nhlamulo Tlakula

"This was my first visit.This restaurant must be wonderful in summer with it's outside sitting area. In winter because it's too cold to sit..."

Martini

"A real gem !!! Excellent fillet , the perfect carbonara , burger was world class. Hand cut chips !!!Decadent chocolate fondant with home made..."

Lauren Panicco Fabian

"Nothing can be said about Alpine that you can't figure out for yourself after your first bite. The quality is superior and never fails to be..."

Tanja Horn

"When you've got a man with a beautifully thick bulgarian accent greeting you and making small talk about the world cup you have an inkling of the..."

Bernard Van Der Kuil

"Conveniently located in a center with lots of parking, this is a great spot for lunch - especially business lunches. Quite a broad menu but their top..."

Jonathan Keytel

"Epic fillet, beautifully presented, probably best in Joburg. Bone marrow add-on puts it in another..."

Clinton Van Der Berg

"Great vibe. Like the setting. Nice waiters and good service. The food is robust. You wont walk away hungry. A little..."

Yvette Johnson

"Great service ! Amazing Burger , just shy of the best you can get in jo'burg , the only problem I do have with alpine is that they lack atmosphere ,..."

The Lombard

"Oxtail Gnocchi is life changing. Burger is cracking..."

Daryl Van Arkel

"I have been going to Alpine almost since it has been opened. I love it! Te food is absolutely delicious. Fine dining but with a fair amount of food...."

Yiyi Lin

"Excellent steak and the sides are fantastic. Even the soup is good. The wine list is exceptional. Although the Etonian mess is lacking one ingredient..."

Stuart Knott

"Alpine is easily one of my favorite places to eat in the area. The menu covers all bases, as there is something for everyone; ranging from pizzas and..."

Duncan K

"The restaurant is very intimate and clean. The menu is also brilliant. I recommend it any..."

Justin Mushawatu

"Amazing butchery! Best selections, great pricing, wonderful staff and the best dry wors we've ever had!! Restaurant is just as amazing, wonderful..."

Jessica Gordon

"Great food. Nice little place. Will be going there..."

Neshaen Sharma

"Best lamb chops in Johannesburg. Ask for thicker cut loin..."

Jan Vermaak

"Butchery is clean :) and the variety is well packed and priced fairly. Nothing is as nice as a clean butchery. Have yet to use the..."

Jordan du Toit

"Butchery staff is always so friendly and..."

Stephan Van Straaten

"Tasty biltong and very well..."

Genevieve Ferreira

"Great prices, better quality and best..."

Tasmin Donaldson

"Good quality food and..."

Johannes Viljoen

"Best ribs & steaks in..."

Annelize Kruger

"Prompt and friendly service..."

Marc Spanidis

"Great service, very..."

HGF PHE

"Great Bulgarian food..."

Ivo todorov

"Spectacular dry-aged..."

Hennie van Deventer

"Great friendly..."

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