TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in South Africa - Updated November 2024

Croft & Co

85/100 (2089 ratings)

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"Really excellent layout - semi-separated by working space vs social space. This allows relaxed diners to socialise without feeling like they're in a..."

Ryan Hudson

"My favorite breakfast spot! The chicken and mayo with bacon, toasted sandwich is a must-have! I 100% recommend this cafe, the atmosphere is..."

Chelsea Geswint

"Great milkshakes, poor service and average food....not much to say beyond that. It’s my fourth visit and my review above is consistently proven..."

Ashdesai5

"One of my absolute favourite breakfast spots in Johannesburg. If you love scrambled eggs the your mom used to make them, fluffy and rich and..."

Taahira Kimmie

"What they do they do well. Simple scrambled eggs, but better than almost anywhere else. Busy on a Saturday. Service is decent. Worth a return visit..."

Supervundu

"I came here for dinner with friends. Best Pork belly I have ever tasted! All the flavors and textures complimented each other beautifully. Would not..."

Debré

"The food is consistently great and Grant always makes you feel at home. We ordered breakfast which was delicious. Service was amazing as usual...."

Lizelle Brink

"We were out trying to catch some jacarandas whilst they are in bloom and decided to have brunch in Parkview. Finally decided on Croft & Co. The..."

Riona Arjoon

"I came here after a race with friends for breakfast .Situated in leafy Parkview its a really nice place to grab a drink and chill .I had a croissant..."

A Foodie Travels

"This is an awesome breakfast place. Great food and excellent coffees. The only issue is that they are very expensive. Their coffees and cuppacino's..."

Ryan Bezuidenhout

"Cool vibes with some really nice tea selections if you LOVE tea like me 🙆 the food is a little pricey but also really good so it's a great place..."

Anna Banana 🌻

"A cozy yet modern establishment, staff are friendly and attentive, was saved on one occasion, got drenched while out running one early morning, they..."

Anthea Chittenden

"Nice place to chill and get some work done, or meet a friend for a drink and catch up. It has nice decor with a good ambience. The food didn't blow..."

Smelly Celly

"Been going to this spot for years and watched it evolve with joy,Great spot for breakfast with that Parkhurst feel but without the..."

Bean

"Nith time's I've been it was f r a quick meeting and just a coffee. What draws me to the place is the feeling and the decor. I love it...."

Martin Headger

"After a long working week, I could think of nothing better than having a relaxed dinner with friends whilst sitting on the sidewalk enjoying the..."

Molecules And Macaroons

"We were very impressed with our food and the service here! The portions were generous and the ciabatta bread was delicious. Will definitely be back..."

Lesa-Jo

"Would say that it should be the go-to breakfast spot for anyone in the parks, but I don't want it to get any harder to get a table. Firm..."

Michael Harris

"This place is a 6/5 or more!! The environment is so friendly and warm. The owner, Grant, is an absolute legend!!! My recommendation is the Seabass-..."

Kyla Meyerson

"With friendly staff, a cozy setting and tasty food, one can see why this is a local favorite. Quite noisy, and the roasted tomatoes tasted of lots of..."

LuluFromJozi

"Delicious for breakfast. Great creamy scrambled eggs with delicious Pork sausage and their tomatoes are sweet and worth a taste too. Delicious..."

Noni Demetriou

"Nice little establishment for a quick and easy meal. Grant is very friendly and always welcoming. Food is always fresh and delicious and service is..."

Shaun Swartz

"I have been to Croft a few times over the past few months - but only after pay day as it is very pricey and disappointingly it is not value for..."

Megan Russ

"Decided to experience it for the first time even though I stay near the resturant , service is impeccable the food is beyond delicious definitely..."

Yannick Ngoy

"Absolutely awesome service every time I I visit, even if it just to get a take coffee. Had a breakfast this morning, Nutella on toast, my..."

Dave Van Der Merwe

"Perfect for a quick breakfast on the way to work. I also popped in for a lunch salad the other day and was impressed with their portions and quality..."

Godfrey De Meyer

"Great vibe, good coffee, friendly staff and quick service! I had scramble egg on toast, the egg was rich and creamy. Croft & Co is definitely worth..."

Justin Andrew Dingwall

"Having now been to Croft and Co for breakfast and lunch, I can definitely recommend them for a cosy cafe meal or delicious coffee. They are famous..."

Bridget

"My husband and I decided to pop in for a late breakfast and were very impressed. The service was great and the coffee even better. We both loved our..."

Kate Leigh Walker

"I love the vibe in this coffee shop! I went back to work there a few days in a row, and really enjoyed the coffee. I had the smoked salmon salad,..."

Trinka Mynhardt

"Lovely little breakfast/lunch spot. The owner is hands on, so service is generally good. The coffee is sure to keep caffeine lovers..."

Nishela Ramgoolam

"Had the most delicious prego roll here yesterday! I had the chicken prego which came on a fresh Portuguese roll with the best prego sauce that left..."

Caitlin Hanck

"We found this spot under the 'breakfast' collection. We sat outside for brunch/lunch. I was surprised that they only do scrambled eggs! The pricing..."

Marika_Mav

"New favorite breakfast spot❤️ lovely place, efficient service . Enjoyed our time there after an awesome run. Happy place happy heart..."

Lihle

"I had just arrived in Joburg on an early flight and wanted to get a breakfast take-away before crashing.For breakfast I had scrambled eggs..."

Chanel Pillay

"Our long time favourite in Parkview, I don't know whether it is Grant or the food but both are great. Always relaxing atmosphere - nice breakfast,..."

Hestieb

"Popped in for a quick coffee and bite.We both had the Parma ham, fontina cheese and sundried tomato sandwich and it was really..."

Alexa Scola

"Went for a Saturday breakfast at Croft and really enjoyed my time there. Small and simple menu set in a lovely, friendly environment in Parkview...."

Yanir Grindler

"Excellent all rounder, Grant and his team always on hand to ensure you have a good experience. Never been disappointed here, whether it's breakfast,..."

Pistolpete74

"This is a great breakfast spot! Hugely generous portions, friendly and efficient staff and a hands on owner. The coffee is really good and the decor..."

Alex

"The best scrambled eggs I have tasted in my entire life, and the toast is just simply delicious!! Way better than Vovo Tello, which used to be my..."

Justine Fish

"In joburg for the holidays and decided to go out for a nice breakfast to fuel the Christmas shopping. Had a nice table on the pavement and enjoyed..."

JonJon Clark

"Popped in for a little Sunday brunch at this lovely little coffee shop restaurant with blazing fast wifi. A popular spot along the Parkview strip for..."

Tiisetso

"Possibly the best scrambled egg breakfast in Joburg! Lovely spot in the Parkview strip - well priced menu, great coffee and hands-on owner. Basically..."

Spruceblog

"Stopped in by chance and decided to try something out of the ordinary. We had the oats with caramelised bananas over which we tossed a wee dram of..."

Caron Whitfield

"Croft & Co is everything that I expect a neighborhood cafe to be: simple, comfortable, and welcoming. Situated on Parkview's well-known Tyrone St. it..."

Likecaramel

"Amazing steak. Amazing cheesecake. Definitely recommend this place for any occasion. If only this review didn't have to be 140 characters or..."

Mark Gaffley

"Been wanting to try this for a while and had a pleasant breakfast! Bread and juices were delicious and scrambled eggs were alright - found them a bit..."

Jules

"If you looking for something fresh and exciting to quench your thirst this insane summer... You have to pamper your soul with the pineapple and mint..."

G Makan

"Such friendly staff, and service was efficient and top notch. Would recommend having one of the fresh juices, pineapple and mint was amazing. The..."

Rich Torlage

"Banting chicken prego with coleslaw and what a delicious meal. Just enough to tide me over to dinner at home. I would recommend this restaurant...."

Dips Naik

"On weekends we like to cycle to breakfast places and Croft & Co has definitely been one of my favorite spots! Great vibe and even greater food! I had..."

Robyn Louw

"I used to wonder about the appeal of this place- it looks like a hole in the wall to the outside eye, jam packed from morning till evening. But since..."

Shak_Van

"First time in this seemingly new Parkview haunt. Place crowded on a Friday morning. Good cappuccinos, average service and very simple menu. Can't..."

Cleo

"The atmosphere in this place is incredible. It has that French feel, almost cafe style. The food is also just as amazing. I honestly couldn't fault..."

Tshidi Khunou

"Their fresh juices are so good! Scrambled eggs are creamy and delicious and you can opt for no dairy. Service could be a better as sometimes once..."

Tamzin

"Set on Parkview's quaint Tyrone ave, this is fast becoming one of Parkview's biggest draw cards. The wine list is well chosen and serves good options..."

Caroline Edey

"I finally got to check this place out and am very glad that I did! I love restaurants that allow you to have breakfast any time of the day..."

Travis Campbell

"We had a sunday morning breaktfast with the family. Excellent service and very tasty food. The atmosphere was nice and cosy with friendly..."

Henry Turner

"It's the best cafe in Parkwood. Situated in the hustle and bustle on Tyrone Avenue... its got class and a laid back edge to it. Food is simple but..."

Cherice Whewell

"We awarded ourselves after a climb of those Westcliff stairs... I approved the interior, the freshly squeezed juices are divine and their breakfasts..."

Candistripe

"With doors opening at 06:30 on weekdays, good coffee, great service and high-speed fibre-powered internet, Croft & Co is a favourite with digital..."

Craig Wilson

"I absolutely love this little cafe. I live in Parkview and it's become a regular haunt of mine. Never had a disappointing meal here and the coffee is..."

Julia Louise Domanski

"I love the atmosphere here, the food is always good, the coffee strong and it feels like the owner really enjoys his customers. Great way to start..."

Deborah Kirkman

"Best breakfast and coffee joint in Parkview. Great coffee, eggs always good. You'll have a great time getting in because half of Parkview's mobile..."

Darryl W

"I love getting new breakfast here on a Saturday morning! Their breakfast bun always hits the spot and the cappuccinos are great. We're always..."

Jarred Michael Bell

"Met up for drinks, ended up staying for a meal! Love the Parkview area! The restaurant was very cosy, the décor is quite typical for the surrounding..."

Karin Victor

"I was really impressed with this place. When i first found out we were coming here for a birthday dinner I was a tad confused as it really just seems..."

Zoe Lansdell

"Great breakfast spot in Parkview. It seems to have got very busy lately so you really struggle to get a spot on weekend mornings. Pretty standard..."

Meagan Whitehorn

"Great find! And it's been around for ages!!! By chance waltzed in here. Loved it from the get go! Had a latte, superb! Then had the bean &..."

Jacques Coetzee

"It's warm and cosy and the breakfasts are amazing. The coffee is delicious and the breakfast bun makes me so so happy - you have to try it! This is..."

Niki - Jay Bougaard

"Nestled in the heart of vibey Parkview, Croft and Co is one of Jozi's best-kept secrets. Owned and managed by Grant Ravenscroft, you are always..."

Lia Marus

"Fantastic food, brilliant service, great coffee. The dinner meals are also fantastic, unpretentious just really good all round. He chicken schnitzel..."

Jack Gorton

"Two words perfectly summarise this place: effortlessly awesome! The service was prompt and courteous, the food SO good (the grilled cherry tomatoes..."

Alexis Assimacopoulos

"This is an absolute gem of a place ? exquisite meals, good wines & GREAT coffee! What more could a girl want? The ambience isn't too shabby either..."

Lise Snyman

"Delicious coffee, simple and delicious food and great service. Croft&Co is worth a visit - make sure you have a chat with the owner, Grant. He's a..."

Meg Pascoe

"Yum! Awesome breakfast spot with a great vibe. Toasted sandwiches are a great quick lunch. Delicious fresh juices. Only negative.... no red..."

Laura Rice

"My absolute favourite place to work, meet and eat! I really enjoy working in a coffee shop and Croft is a great place to do so - its vibey but not..."

NicoleBaileyMostert

"The breakfast is great. Their breakfast closes at 12pm thou. Best service in these here Joburg streets. They got Snapscan which is alway convenient ...."

Loyiso Gola

"Went to Croft for a late breakfast. It's located in a very nice area, and has a great arty ambiance to it. I would recommend going for..."

Alon Korb

"Fast internet, non-intrusive staff, delicious food and good ambiance. Win.Croft & Co. is busy, but not noisy. When I was there, most of the..."

Merelda

"Favorite coffee shop on Tyrone. ExcellentIlly coffee and flawless scrambled eggs and salads. What the menu might lack in choice, it more than..."

Karen Heese

"One of my most favorite spots in Johannesburg! Limited menu but I like that and everything is done to perfection. Great flavor combinations. This is..."

Joanne Bender

"I have a handful of favorite spots in Joburg and Croft is by far one of them, alongside many familiar faces on a Sunday morning after exercise..."

Jodene Shaer

"We arrived for some breakfast as they were hit by load shedding. Other than tea and coffee, we could order whatever we wanted to eat and drink. Their..."

Nicola Slyper

"One word is fit for Croft & co-ffee and that is SUPERB! They do simple food and they do it well! This type of restaurant is my favourite - unique,..."

Christine M

"The best village coffee shop in joburg. Great atmosphere, friendly service and excellent food. Best breakfast and coffee in joburg! Not to mention..."

Nicola Taylor

"A friend and I had a light lunch at Croft & Co in Parkview. Lovely fresh salads and we really enjoyed the veggie juices. Best Ceasar salad I have..."

Michelle Rae

"If you're looking for a great spot for a working breakfast, or post-run coffee, Croft & Co is it. The owner, Grant, is charismatic and friendly,..."

Nicki Dadic

"I really like this spot for doing a bit of work outside the office. The staff are friendly and don't bother you too much when you are busy working..."

Jo

"Croft & Co is a delightful restaurant with wonderful service and a lively atmosphere. Their food is packed with flavour and each morsel tastes..."

Natalie Katz

"Croft & Co is a tightly run ship and the owner Grant is an excellent host. The service is great and the atmosphere is charming and welcoming...."

Candy Mapela

"Croft & Co is small & chances of a wait on a Saturday morning are likely but worth it. The service was friendly & importantly, even though busy,..."

Sally Downie

"Croft & Co is cool. The vibe is upmarket and professional. It's where great minds meet to discuss their next takeover.For breakfast and..."

Shannon Niebuhr

"Bonaaaaaa!!! The first time I passed by Croft&Co was some time in February when I was job hunting, and I was exhausted. I passed the place looking..."

Phuti Mosetloa

"Always my favorite place to come for breakfast and lunch in joburg and also get some work done. The food is amazing the WiFi is strong and the staff..."

Miriam Ezinne

"Excellent breakfast. Farmhouse breakfast and breakfast smoothie are a great way to get set up for the day. The other three in our party were equally..."

Peter Tobin

"Bustling street with a wide variety of restaurants. Croft & co being a fantastic option for breakfast. The coffee was full-body and delicious. My..."

Daniel Martin

"Croft & Co is the quintessential coffee stop for any cyclist or runner in the northern suburbs of Johannesburg. They are open from 5am during the..."

Prinesh Reddy

"The best of the best of the best!!!!! Staff are absolutely awesome. You are treaded like family. The owner is very hands-on and always there to..."

Hannes Pretorius

"Love the decor which is a mixture of steam punk and antiques. A wide menu with delicious food and very friendly service. A nice pub area too. Loved..."

MIstress Salsa

"Wow a neighborhood gem, always busy with runners, and bicyclists almost every morning but always a table for a walk in. Great coffee, wonderful food,..."

Stephen Cohen

"Great experience although we didn't have much to choose from on their vegetarian..."

Lerato Moletsane

"Very nice place for breakfast, like the style and feel of the cafe. Enjoy how fresh the food..."

Bregt Vanswartenbrouck

"Great food and very good service. Lovely..."

ian nettleton

"The ambience of the street cafe in a long street of trendy shops and restaurants is both intellectually and artistically stimulating. And the food is..."

Buntu Siwisa

"Was pleasantly suprised, went for dinner. The evening atmosphere is very pleasant and our waiter was on point. The food is fantastic, I ordered the..."

Sean Macdonald

"Situated on the vibrant Tyrone Avenue, all we wanted was a quick cup of coffee. The atmosphere was chilled and inviting. We ended up staying longer..."

Buyisiwe Shongwe

"We've joined the cyclists in lycra at one off their favourite places for breakfast or brunch. The bagels are delicious, my favourite being the simple..."

Shireen Beck

"Amazing vibe, excellent food and wonderful service, nice plants, homey feel and owners on hand to greet you. Relaxed, cosy and trendy too. I love it!..."

Aurianne Gray

"The best light eatery in town! The decor is modern and refined. The food never disappoints and is consistently good. The service is great and the..."

Susi Koch

"Incredible service, quality food, clean and well run spot. Got a nice European vibe to it. 5..."