TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in South Africa - Updated September 2024

Chaplin's Grill

87/100 (1201 ratings)

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Accepts Mastercard

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Accepts Visa

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts American Express

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Serves Alcohol

Wine and Beer

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

Highchairs Available

Full Bar

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"What a divine restaurant! Tucked away where the old Vilamoura used to be...I discovered this treasure in the moment of spontaneity on Valentine's..."

Madeline Teles

"My family had dinner tonight at Chaplins and it was awesome. I am vegan ... Our waiter, Kenneth, and the kitchen staff made sure that I did not just..."

Kathy Raffray

"We had an excellent dinner there last night on a very special family occasion. The food was absolutely delectable and service superb. I can highly..."

Eugenie Oberholster Ravenscroft

"No matter how many times we visit Chaplains be it the two of us or with friends and family, Chaplains never disappoints. Outstanding service, warm..."

Pegs Flerianos

"Great warm heartfelt welcome by everybody. The food is delicious. The sirlion was top class. Do yourself a favour and go try it out...."

Ilse De Jager

"They hosted our 40th birthday party last night. Service was outstanding, food was absolutely delicious as always. The venue was spectacular with our..."

Kim Lowman

"My hubby and I won the dinner for two. It was absolutely amazing..."

Tasneem Maganlal

"Always a pleasure going to Chaplin’s Grill. The Tuna starter (special for the day) was outstanding. Rib-eye..."

Joanne Laas

"Best-kept secret in Johannesburg. Outstanding food for people who love their food. You won't get better meat in this city. Best wine list in Jozi's..."

Peter van der Merwe

"Service is outstanding!! We go to Chaplins often and our favourite dish is the steak Diane! Wonderful restaurant and highly..."

Jessica Lindsay-Smith

"Awesome dining experience, attentive service, best ribs I have ever had! Great..."

Cardi Ubuntu Matill

"On arrival, a hidden English pub was the first thing that came to mind, making my decision doubtful. I was pleasantly surprised by the setup inside...."

Ashley Schultz Sproston

"Poor exterior but it does lead to a hidden gem. I was initially skeptical with orange decor and cold plastic chairs. Drinks orders were taken..."

Linda Magowan

"We had a lovely family dinner at Chaplin's this evening. The service was extremely polite and attentive. The food was good - we each enjoyed our..."

Carole Craggs

"Food: I ordered a Fillet steak with a side of Vegetables. The steak was perfectly cut, perfectly cooked and had great flavour. The..."

Lizanne

"We love Chaplin's Grill! The food is mind-numbingly good, the service absolutely impeccable and the atmosphere truly enjoyable. Without a doubt the..."

Elizma Briers

"Excellent steaks and very friendly waiters that work hard. The outside of the restaurant looks dead but the inside is very welcoming. I highly..."

Byron

"As a vegetarian a steak restaurant isn’t my first choice of restaurant to go, but because I’m married to a meat eater, every now and then we need..."

Samantha Jane Cliffe

"We booked at the restaurant for a special occasion. I was delighted to find Chaplin’s after it closed its Melville doors several years ago. I had..."

Michael Nurick

"It was difficult to get to from the main road, and the exterior is not grand by any measure so I wasn’t expecting much when we walked in. The..."

Zinzerella

"What a lovely little steak restaurant in Parkmore. They have Chalmar beef which is halaal and are willing to cook it separately. Big win. Nice..."

Mukhtar Dharsey

"I went there for a dinner and I might say, although the location was not the best, the setting and ambience was not bad. Service was pretty..."

Kimson Chan

"Exceptional steaks cooked to perfection time and time again. Impeccable service from all the staff and an attentive manager keeps this as one of the..."

Lorna Somers

"Had a fantastic dinner. Service was impeccable. Food was delicious. The steak Diane was a real treat. Fillet was magnificent. Especially with the..."

Melanie King

"STEAK! STEAK! STEAK! fantastic meal, fantastic vibe and good service. We went to Chaplins for the first time with some friends who are regulars. They..."

Must Love Pudding

"From the little I tasted from this place at the Eat Out SteakOut, I must visit the restaurant. They offered a delicious fillet slice with creamy..."

Sharima Bramannan

"Best steak I have had best to try the trio of meat. Best to ask the chefs opinion on how it's cooked. Amazing side dishes. Service is great...."

Nixie

"Thanks once again to the Entertainer app I got the opportunity to try Chaplin's Grill , situated in Randburg. I found it quite strange that a..."

The Foodie

"Simple casual ambience and the waiter really didn't know much about wine (asked for what Cabernet Franc they had, he apologized and said they only..."

Ravi Govender

"Chaplin's grill is somewhat of a local legend. I'm very much a beef-eater and so this place had to be visited. I can tell you it does cow so well...."

Kendall Law

"We tried this restaurant on Thursday for the first time, and I have some mixed feelings about the place.Location: Driving up and down..."

Top Foodie

"Thought my fillet was incredibly delicious! Waiter was a bit pushy with wine choices especially trying to get us to order an expensive one but our..."

Jules

"Good value for money. Steak is well prepared. Friendly host who enjoys engaging with his customers. Definitely recommended for the relaxing dining..."

Anthony Strydom

"First time we have frequented this establishment It is a hidden gem! Not much from the outside in terms of appearance and decor. Warm..."

Marcel Malherbe

"A great old school spot. It's been around for many years and we found it by accident one day. The vibe was a little dull, it was a Wednesday, but the..."

Michael Galatis

"Absolutely delicious food. We had the steak and salmon, both if which were cooked to perfection and very tasty. Starters (oysters & salad) was also..."

Elena

"Chaplin's Grill was not a place I would ordinarily choose over bull run etc but after a Sandton meeting, I decided to pop by for a casual lunch. And..."

Serena Seunarain

"Really great steaks. Really great service. Nice setting. Quiet and conversational. Snails and ribs were excellent too. Very enjoyable. We will be..."

John White

"Went to Chaplin's for my birthday a few months ago. I was so happy that I'd chosen this restaurant! The food was spectacular and the service..."

Jen Cohen

"My boyfriend and i went to the Glenelley wine pairing dinner at Chaplins grill last night for our anniversary dinner. It was spectacular. The food..."

Kirsti Penprase

"Have to say the best steak ever... And when it comes to fillets I am super fussy. Grill house has nothing on Chaplins!!!! The best fillet and black..."

Jalapeño Popper

"Don't go to a steakhouse and order a chicken curry - go to a curry spot for a curry. That said, my wife had one of the best fillets I've ever had the..."

Mik The Legend

"I have been coming to Chaplins Grill since it opened and even before that when it was called the Local Grill. Hence my review may be slightly bias,..."

Richard Bower

"Great venue with the most amazing view over Sandton. Fine dining hiding as local grill house. Great wine list and extensive menu, best known for..."

Heather Hook

"Forget Turn n Tender or the Butcher Shop, this is where you'll find the best steak in Joburg. The meat is so buttery and flavorsome and always cooked..."

Blair Burmeister

"Had a delicious dinner here last night for my dad's birthday. If you are looking for a great steak, this is the place for you!The decor is..."

Jenna Monteith

"A real hidden gem for those looking for a quality place to get a great meal, especially steak, in a relaxed setting with friendly and attentive..."

Adam W

"Had my first steak at Chaplin's Grill last night. Wow... sure will be back soon. Friendly and professional service with a smile. The sirloin steak..."

Kuno Tschumi

"I think at some point everyone looks for the best burger, and today I may have found it!! Had the bacon and avo burger with sweet chilli sauce. The..."

Ria Fraser @CityFlavours

"Went to Chaplin's Grill for the first time the other night for our book club Christmas dinner. One of the girls managed to organise us a set menu so..."

Katherine

"Had dinner at Chaplin's Grill last night and it was fab! A group of 9 of us went for a 3 course meal and wine pairing, which was well worth it! The..."

Genna Hansen

"Consistently great. We have eaten at Chaplin's a few times over the last few months and the food and service is always outstanding. On our most..."

SalSal

"The best steak in all of Johannesburg! They keep it simple but never disappoint and their service is just as spectacular as their dishes. Always..."

William Price

"We had made a booking to spoil my parents to a dinner. Because my parents are quite picky and knowledgeable about their food was it hard to find..."

Viev Joor

"Favorite local steak house. The steaks and burgers are really worth the trip. Outstanding wine menu. Book for the wine pairing evenings - great fun...."

Linda Meyer

"Food is always good. I've never had a bad meal here. Staff are friendly and attentive. Wine list is reasonable, not spectacular. I've never left not..."

Johan Snyman

"We were keen for some good meat and decided to pop in to Chaplins Grill, what a wonderful place. The decor is modern and unique, perhaps a little..."

Brett Stevens

"Classic South African steak house with a warm homely feel. Every steak is cooked to perfection, their homemade rub brings out amazing flavours in the..."

Lynzi Bee

"Great dinner with excellent warm and welcoming service. Would highly recommend the fish cake starter! Good selection of craft beers too. Quality..."

Jonathan Starmer

"My boyfriend wanted to try out this place due to the good reviews online. I had a bit of trouble trying to book telephonically and managed to get it..."

Grace Sing Gen

"We celebrated my aunts birthday there on Saturday. Perfect location as the boys could watch the football. But more importantly - the food was..."

Candice Richards

"Went for a birthday party. The starters provided just got better with each platter. Ordered a fillet steak and veg, wow words can not explain now..."

Sammie Joubert

"My wife and I had dinner there on Saturday evening. We had an early booking so the place was relatively quiet when we arrived. The service was..."

Bradley Michael Ferraris

"This place is nothing out of this world. The service was average and the food was average. I had the grilled line fish, which wasn't really fresh...."

Andrea P. Diaz

"My family and I decided to visit Chaplin's Grill to celebrate my mothers birthday. I made the reservation a few hours before which wasn't a problem...."

Thuli Mari

"Visited Chaplin's last weekend. Delicious basted ribs and a great wine list. Also, a good vibe- not too loud but still a busy and warm atmosphere...."

Kathy

"The best steak in Johannesburg, hands down no contest. All it takes is one glance at the food menu and you can tell the menu was crafted by someone..."

Jared Carneson

"Always awesome food here and reasonably priced good wine. The steaks are yummy and the service efficient and friendly. Really good for a family..."

Glen Mollink

"The steak here is very good. The steak section of the menu is extremely similar to the Local Grill [*]. They have a choice between..."

Z3d

"You just can't go wrong with ordering a recommended steak, or the braised lamb shank on cauliflower mash, at Chaplin's Grill, whether you choose to..."

Lauras World

"I like it - the mash is yum!..."

Byron Anthony Morris

"What a cool little spot! While rather unassuming from the outside this restaurant is quite a hidden gem. The steaks are phenomenal and the freshly..."

Maja Debeljkovic

"They have jacked up the starters and i had hot figs wrapped with parma ham and with blue cheese. Excellent! with My friend had the fillet steak which..."

Martini

"Awesome every time. Best service in Joburg. Amazing team looking after the..."

Daniel Mc William

"Fantastic night out for our anniversary dinner! The service was brilliant and the food was divine! The chocolate fondant is a..."

Stacey Walter

"Chaplin's Grill has become our go-to restaurant when we're in the mood for good food, good ambience, and being treated as regulars. They know where..."

Sue-Ann

"Most moist and tasteful hamburger patty ever. We were asked how well done or rare we wanted the patty. Perfection on a plate. The cheese sauce was..."

Sharon du Toit

"Fantastic wine pairing menu. Really great steak that was well prepared. The atmospere was lovely and the service really good. The only area of..."

Wybrand Ganzevoort

"Very nice venue with a cosy atmosphere. They seem to be able accommodate a lot of visitors without feeling cramped - although on the night we went it..."

Anthony Burton

"Really good steak at this restaraunt, have been a few time. Has a romantic feel to it, very nice ambience. I love a good steak, and ofcourse it is..."

Rozeenaa Allie

"What a fantastic restaurant with a wonderful relaxed vibe. Food was delicious and the service was..."

Nick Dempers

"We needed somewhere special to celebrate a special anniversary. Chaplin's Grill definitely delivered. The starters were interesting and full of..."

Jacques Kuypers

"This is ABSOLUTELY SUPERB! Myself and my fiancee thoroughly enjoyed the service afforded to us throughout the evening by our waiter Kenny as well as..."

James Turley

"Great food, great variety of wine, all very fair pricing We highly recommend their x large Lüderitz oysters,very tasty and really large, was really..."

Ruahan Naude

"The steak house might not look like much from the outside , the food truly delivers and I think the price is backed by the quality of the..."

Yefan Ma

"Went for Father's day lunch and were not disappointed. Food was great and service from Nigel our waiter was awesome. I loved that old style home-made..."

Tebbs

"What a gem of a place. They make sure you have the best dining experience. The Ribeye is a..."

Louwrens Dreyer

"I highly recommend Chaplin's Grill. I needed a booking for 20 of my staff on Valentines Day - and Rainold from Chaplin's Grill was really exceptional..."

Rydell Ramnarain

"Lemme start by saying we found this place by accident. Good maps reviews and pics of the food were great. When we arrived we were but apprehensive..."

Megren Naidoo

"Private , classy and perfect dining place . The food is top notch from the starter to desert.Though I did not take any desert after since their..."

Noezy Kayz

"Always ALWAYS a treat! For special celebrations or even just a great meal on your own, Chaplin’s never disappoints and we love..."

William Price

"Meat cooked to perfection, excellent service and dessert was divine. I plan to make this my regular steak..."

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Hogshead Illovo

78/100 (10380 ratings)

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Eisbein

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Pulled Pork Burger

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Hamburger with Onion Rings

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Johannes'Burger

Flamed Grilled Rump

Cheese & Bacon Burger with Salad

Depp Fried Mushrooms

Pork Belly

Café

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Serves Alcohol

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Parking Available

Free off-street parking

Full Bar

Free Wifi

Accepts Credit Cards

Outdoor Seating

Television

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"Had pastrami burger. Holy shit, it's big!! I think this was the best burger I have ever had... & I have had burgers the world over. Loved the..."

Mike Martin

"Always an awesome experience at Hogs. Great vibe, service is on point and the food is really tasty!! Amazing management!!..."

Kerry Brebner

"We loved our evening out service and vibe was outstanding. Our waitress was Carol who was friendly and fast with her service. The only thing we..."

Willem Corinne Carstens

"Great venue, relaxed environment with exceptional service - a place you can visit any day of the week. Their hallloumi mushroom burger is my absolute..."

Anita Nascimento-Bonnette

"Mdu was the best waiter ever! Super cool guy and very attentive..."

Sammy Parrish

"I just had a Smoked Pastrami burger Great job Hogshead team There is a delicate play on flavors within the beef burger patty and the pastrami The..."

Ulandon Michael Rajagopaul

"Thanks for a wonderful year end function to all the staff and management at Hogshead Illovo . Service was first class which was not easy with a..."

Vanessa Louw Sullivan

"We went for lunch today... Wow... From me phoning up to say we'd be a bit late to accommodating us when we arrived the whole experience was..."

George Suarez

"Mdu you rock as always! Most fantastic waiter ever! Wine waiting, beers filled by the time you take your last sip! You even remembered our..."

Liesl Brachmayer

"Very nice vibe, very good service, great food and excellent beer! Great place to watch the..."

Claudia Polese

"We went there for drinks and th rugby. We then ended uo ordering some food. The servers were friendly. The bar men were very informed and helped us..."

Tanyakruger07

"If you like beers and burgers then this is definitely the place to..."

Michaela Kupsamy

"This is a good central place to meet your friends and watch sport. The staff are always helpful and really know their stuff. The food is also great...."

Mitch Lee

"Went during the week so it wasn’t as busy. We ordered cocktails and starters. It’s defos value for money. I rated this place a 4/5..."

Tondani Ndou

"Great burgers! Went there for a quick lunch and was not disappointed. You could see the the meat roasting outside, giving a great smell when close...."

Ruan Hattingh

"Seriously, Hogshead serves the best burgers in Joburg! (Check out these tantalising food pics.)I had the cajun calamari salad and it too was..."

Jana Ferreira

"Pretty happening place. Loved the music. Ordered crispy pork belly,crispy bacon,chicken liver peri peri & mini burgers. Though the food came a bit..."

Amrita Dhar

"This is such a great place to go have a drink and watch sport and the food is surprisingly delicious. We went on Saturday night when the Springboks..."

Lisa Lumley

"Good selection of beer on tap and great pub grub. Jalapeno slammers are a winner! Staff are also friendly and the place has a nice vibe, even during..."

O-Mizu Satori

"They do the best pulled pork burger!!!! The vibe is great. Looking to go for a dinner and few drinks and have a great time. This is the place to go...."

Lauren Noble

"Good vibe and services. Ended up going there after one of our regular spots let us down. The food was yummy. We had everything from platters to..."

Karien Spreeth

"I had the chicken burger and it was very bland, boring and lacked flavour. A nandos chicken burger has more flavour. However, there are lots of TV..."

Neal

"They do a good brew. Im partial to the number 12.They also smoke meat. The burgers are pretty good. The service is ok.The platter is a a..."

Saul Ben Smith

"First impressions of Hogshead is that it’s the perfect after work hang-out spot - thereby implying lots of alcohol and a good vibe - but the tapas..."

Tracy Liebenberg

"It is always a safe bet when wanting to go out somewhere vibey yet chilled! Their food is great and the service exceptional. All the staff really..."

Nicola Bursnall

"GIBS should endorse you 🤣🤣 make my schooling much more “bearable”, in fact this is what I look forward to post classes. Attentive staff,..."

Masego

"I've been to Hogshead twice now and both times involved a large amount of alcohol being consumed. So while I cannot comment on the food , I can say..."

Tamara Reddy

"Absolutely love Hogs Illovo! Always the best service from Skha! Make sure you always ask for her! Best service in Joburg! Food is great, drinks are..."

Emma Pook

"Hogshead never disappoints! Always superb service. Always ask for SKHA, she is absolutely amazing! Very attentive and full of humor! Will continue to..."

Shelby

"Good food....yummy drinks...excellent service!!!The yummiest pulled pork and pork belly not to mention the cocktails...love love love this..."

Tenisha Frank

"Great place to be at , Beer is cold Service is great and the food is always hearty and good , Love those sliders you guys make. will recommend for a..."

Andrew William James Jones

"My experience at Hogshead was just about what one would expect. The beer was good, the crowd rowdy and tv screen to watch the rugby. The one thing I..."

Neil Smith

"A drinking hole with a twist. Great service and the food is good. The tapas type starters accompany a refreshing beer nicely. On a Friday night..."

Natalie Lazaris

"What a great afternoon at Hogs Illovo. Great service and the food was fantastic. From the starters to the mains... all 6 of us enjoyed everything. ..."

Sven Little

"What a brilliant vibe, perfect for after work drinks in the Sandton area. Wesley the General Manager is a fantastic guy - goes out of his way to make..."

Andrew Morland

"The smoked brisket dunking sandwich is awesome I would recommend it if you are looking for a tasty sandwich with the kind of flair you only see on..."

Jaun Dugtig

"Celebrated my birthday at this restaurant in the beginning of December, 2016. The service is absolutely great. The waiters are very accommodating..."

Karabo

"It was pretty busy here with a bunch of people coming to watch the cricket and some bachelors/bachelorette parties stopping by, but our waiter..."

Jenny Louw

"Went for drinks on a Saturday with a few friends. Was greeted well and sat at a lovely table outside. Skha was a very friendly waitress and met all..."

Lexi Herz

"Surprise surprise. Came to watch the game which is what this place is generally known for as it's always buzzing and has a good atmosphere. Been here..."

Irfaan

"Pretty good place for after work drinks. Always a good vibe. Very comparable to The Baron in Sandton. Lots of young corporates hang out here. We..."

Jacques Wentzel

"Hogshead in Illovo is one of the best sports bars/cocktail lounges in Joburg. I've been there countless times, and have always had wonderful service...."

Natalia Bonegio

"Hogshead was a 'vibe'. The atmosphere is the first thing that attracts you to the place and it always looks exciting to be part of the crowd...."

Martin Headger

"Amazing Vibe here. Cool old school music great place to go to on the weekend. The food here is what attracts me the most, its not just bar food. Its..."

Octavia Venables

"Great place for after work drinks. Went on a Friday at 4 and it was already packed. Quite a diverse bunch of clientele. The service is great and..."

FoodloverJHB

"Stopped for an after work for a few drinks n snacks. Very chilled spot in a nice open area . Waiters were attentive and the snack platters..."

Eve

"Upping my rating as we were back here on Friday and service from Abel was a massive improvement on our previous experience! ---Very much a..."

Carien Jakovljevic

"I've been here quite a few as it is conveniently close to my home. It changes quite dramatically from a restaurant with quite tasty burgers during..."

Christiaan Strydom

"A great start to the year, awesome service. Thank you to Promise for making our night at Hogshead Illovo that much more enjoyable. I'll definitely be..."

Momelezi

"What an amazing night we had at Hogshead last night . It was just epic ! The ambiance for after work drinks is exactly what we needed .We had a..."

Abs

"Had the "whole hog rump" with pepper sauce , requested it medium to rare & served beyond expectation, well impressed, definitely recommended..."

Trevez Mcfc Jacobs

"Hogshead is a trendy neighbourhood pub specialising in craft beer, burgers and ribs. I went for a relaxed Sunday lunch in the sun. Highly recommend..."

Nishela Ramgoolam

"So sad we arrived too early for the pulled pork (11:30) as it still being smoked. Had amazing family meal any ways. Great selection of draft beer on..."

Paul Harvey

"We went to Hogshead on Friday night with some friends after dinner, we just had drinks but I loved the vibe as well as the service. I look..."

Chanel Pillay

"I usually go to hogshead for drinks after work, I am very impressed by Promise's ongoing excellent service. Its such a cool place to hang, not only..."

Muofhe Dolores Khangala

"Love coming here promise the barman is amazing he is delicious and always incredibly welcoming the atmosphere is awesome and the beers are..."

Debra Wooley

"Always a legendary time at Home Stadium with the fellas and Joe keeps them beers coming......football..."

Kamo Crumz

"The burgers here are amazing - I had the pulled pork burger and the amount of pulled pork given was extremely generous. This may sound trivial, but..."

Daniel France

"I Happen to work around this area and therefore go to Hogshead Illovo quiet often for drinks and food. The service is excellent everytime, special..."

Nonku

"I love this place. The food is always great and there is always a great vibe. I have to say that the service from Promise is always..."

Prinal Naidoo

"Went through to see friends today for A drink at 4pm.... only just left now at 9:45 because of the amazing vibe created by the Muso Sheron, he just..."

Food Mistress

"Had a friend's birthday party here last night and had a fun time. The food is yummy sticky bar food and the pesto mayonnaise is heavenly! Thw service..."

Jenna Monteith

"Thoroughly enjoyed Hogshead Illovo...... it has a great vibe. From the bouncer to the barmen.... all staff were super friendly.Oh.Em.Gee! All I can..."

Melanie Olivier

"Thank you Hogshead IllovoWe had a fantastic and vibey Saturday evening. We were receivedby our friendly welcoming waitress SKHA who..."

Jeannie Bates

"Always a great atmosphere. Good food and amazing staff. Promise you are a rock star behind the bar. Wesley you should be so proud of your..."

Dale Zietsman

"I give this incredible and vibe pub and grub the 5 star approval on the agreed fellow workmen accompanying us on a friday afternoon.The barman..."

Rayner Lawrance

"I decided to have my birthday at hogshead, after battling with a few restaurants when they could not accommodate a table of 35. From when I phoned..."

Dana Booth

"A nice all experience, my burger was really good. The patty wasn't fatty and nasty. The chips seemed a bit odd, like they were very dark and oily but..."

Devin Sage

"Having been a regular at the Douglasdale pub I was in the Illovo area so popped in for a couple of drinks, no food though. Seems like a real vibey..."

Geoff Simmons

"Such a cool vibe, come here every weekend. The food is great, love the chorizo starter. Just want to say that Promise is amazing, always makes us..."

Philippa Frowein

"Promise is the best barman he always is helpful and provides the best service. He makes great conversation and banter.I rated Hogshead just..."

Mohsin Khan

"Man sized meals that are absolutely scrumptious. Smoked burgers are the pick of the bunch and theres a selection of craft beers to boot. Gets VERY..."

Unpop8

"Perfectly acceptable "pub food". Don't expect fine dining and you won't be disappointed! The cocktails we had were all a bit watery but not bad...."

Julia Louise Domanski

"I was here on Saturday Night, when arriving the place was very busy. On arriving I was greeted by a friendly doorman, very big black guy. I found a..."

SteveO

"I had a really good time. Live band provided a great vibe. The Burger was one of the best in JHB and the beer choices available at Hogs was a treat...."

Duncan Wakeford

"Thank you to Millicent for the most wonderful and friendly service today. She's definitely a keeper...and the food is always great at..."

Jax

"This is an awesome pub-styles restaurant where attentive service and delicious food is key! The music is at the perfect level to give its a vibe, but..."

Kevin Barrie Levy

"Really enjoy this spot. Always a good vibe. Very well supported by the business community nearby. Beers are nice and cold, service is pretty good..."

Cameron Wood

"I really looked forward to the Zomato Meetup at Hogshead, Illovo. Having passed the restaurant before it seemed to have a lively pub-atmosphere..."

Tharien Coetzee

"Fabulous service fabulous staff food delicious cannot fault them if you looking for a good night out go to Hogshead. I had Eisbein, friends had steak..."

Portia

"Thank you to the Manager, the cheff and Skha for the fantastic Burger with pulled park was absolute fantastic!!!!!! I will surely recommend the..."

Monica Hogan

"2nd Zomato Foodie Meetup and it was fantastic. We were treated to craft beer and dinner at Hogshead Smokehouse in Illovo.So lets get..."

Vishal Mistry

"A genuine smokehouse and great vibe. For someone who doesn't frequent that neck of the woods I was a little apprehensive, but in true Hogshead..."

Faye Emmerson

"I have never before been to the Hogshead. It was always an establishment I walked past whilst being in awe of how busy it always is. Last night I..."

Alexandra

"Best after-work drinks spot in the area! Food is ok but very few healthy options. Ask for Millicent, she is amazing and very attentive. Booking in..."

Estee Van Den Berg

"Melicent is the best!!! Excellent burgers and vibe! Smokehouse is awesome music is great. Could do with some more space sometimes difficult to find..."

Hermann Loubser

"Great burger enjoyed. Johannes'burger was really a winner with the sweet potato fries. Nice vibe with GP and cycling on the..."

Robert Thompson

"Food was really good. Service good. Went on a Tuesday evening. Showing soccer + rugby. Parking is..."

Tahlia Naidu

"Awesome atmosphere, great location, great service, a lot of drink selections and amazing food. One of the best places to come get burgers and good..."

Szymon Welgus

"Great specials. Amazing Rugby and general sport support vibe. Good food, especially snacks/bar food. Good transition spot for Babylon &..."

Leizelle Roberts

"Mr. T, Give this man a Bells, what an incredible member of the stuff. We had a very chilled-mini Sunday Birthday Night with him while serving others...."

Ray

"Amazing bar experience. Felt so at home from the friendly and quick service, drinks and filling and extremely delicious food. App has great deals...."

Sinothando

"It was my first time there. Not to bad. The food was ok, the burger batties had a weard off taste. The waiter lady, I think, needs more training or..."

Tessa Els

"Great place for a dop and meal with the family and friends. Really, had a good..."

Chris North

"Very nice place and atmosphere. The food and drinks were good, craft beer on tap. The restaurant was clean. Had some sort of platter and the food was..."

Rochelle van der Walt

"Bit pricey but all in all a fun place to be with great drinks and delicious food. Service has always been super kind and..."

Sune Camm

"Great burgers! Went there for a quick lunch and was not disappointed. You could see the the meat roasting outside, giving a great smell when close...."

Ruan Hattingh

"This is a really good place to go with friends, the atmosphere is great the service is fast and the staff are really friendly and eager to help. The..."

Joanne Joubert

"The ipa was brilliant and the spicy wings..."

James Beekeeping

"I'm having quality time waiting for the mabhokobhoko match with high hopes that we gonna bring the cup home Norita is giving me the memorable..."

Abigail Mashanga

"Great menu selection and food was done as I wanted it. Very happy and would recommend..."

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