TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in South Africa - Updated November 2024

Polpetta

90/100 (1604 ratings)

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Chocolate cheesecake

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Hawaiian Pizza

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Spaghetti Arrabbiata

Darling Craft Beer Slow Brew

Arrabiatta

Chilli Garlic & Cheese Server

Pisana - Bacon Feta and Avo Pizza

Calzone Quattro Stagioni Pizza

Polpetta Jungle Bird

Verdura Vegetarian Pizza

Gluten-Free Pizza Fab

Pesto

Mozarella Foccacia

hot chocolate

Sit down

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Italian

Takeout

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Wheelchair Accessible

Serves Alcohol

Parking Available

Highchairs Available

Full Bar

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Mid-range

"A family favorite! Polpetta is our Friday night (sometimes Wednesday and Thursday night also 🙊) regular. Their food is consistently delicious and..."

Megan K

"Went to have dinner here and was quite impressed. The restaurant has a great location with a nice view. The food we had was amazing, and the pizzas..."

Christiaan Strydom

"We ate here for the first time and it totally exceeded expectations! Absolutely delicious. I ordered a chicken breast and veg as a takeaway for lunch..."

Camilla

"Polpetta's new location at the Wedge Morningside is stunning. The food is fresh, tasty and authentic. The salted caramel pecan cheesecake is divine...."

Reenz Reviews 🇿🇦

"A morning of work on Sunday but now time to relax for lunch...what better place to do this than at Polpetta, my “go to” Italian restaurant....and..."

John Knowlton

"Currently Banting at the moment and pleasantly surprised with the grilled chicken breast napolitana.. 😍 do try the tender succulent chicken, I..."

Ling

"Delicious Italian, great service and wonderful ambience. This very full restaurant is full of warmth and great food. No matter which day you go, it's..."

Natalie Lazaris

"This is our go-to Italian restaurant. Been here plenty for take aways and several times to eat out. It is consistently good. Never had a bad meal..."

Nicole Rossouw

"This place is one of my favorite always delivers a guaranteed good meal with great portion flavor n good choice of wine that absolutely compliments..."

Amy Chen

"Fabulously consistent Italian cuisine and that includes outstanding pizzas!!! NOTE THAT THE RESTAURANT IS NOW SITUATED AT THE WEDGE CENTRE - Great..."

Jeris Fasser

"Divine pizza. Definitely one of the best pizzas I have had. I had the salmon pizza. Usually not a fan of seafood pizzas but this was delicious..."

Kirst Allnutt

"This gem of a neighbourhood restaurant is outstanding. Great food at a good price with fantastic service. Try the polpette meatball pizza. Can not..."

Philip De Villiers

"I’ve been coming here for two years now just for the Roberto pasta. It’s that good. Decided to stop doing take-away and actually do a..."

Siyabonga Nyezi

"Great dinner spot. The pizzas and pastas are both authentic and home made - you absolutely can't go wrong. The managers and staff are accomodating..."

Eleftherios Kyriazis

"Good ambient deco, good food and good service. The location took me by surprise, as I have been to 90 degrees for shopping and yoga, never thought a..."

Wendy

"Polpetta is a fantastic little Italian spot at 90 Degrees on Rivonia. I've been here twice now and I must say that the food is consistently good...."

Anisha Lutchman

"Great little place to pop in for a quick meal or relaxed dinner. The service is efficient and our food came out quite quickly. We ordered the..."

Danni Ozen

"Relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff. Great salads and some of the best, if not the best, pizzas in the Sandton area. A very popular weekend hang..."

Rigard & Jeanine

"Excellent food and service. Highly personal and warm, professional and prompt. Jeremy Ivano and Paolo are attentive and alert. Gnocchi and pizza..."

Tony

"Highly recommend the chicken schnitzel with the best creamed spinach I've ever had. The tossed chicken salad is delicious - it consists also of..."

Mayuri

"14.12.2016. I was meeting a friend for lunch whom I haven't seen in a while. She suggested that I choose a place to meet. This place popped into my..."

The Food Musketeer

"I always have pasta when I go to Polpetta and it is always AMAZING. Classic Italian and perfect every time. I usually go for the traditional..."

Siya Galela

"We met a few friends there on Friday evening and it was lovely.we ate the Gorgonzola foccacia... i would have just eaten that the whole..."

Korina Karagiannakis

"This is a family favorite when we want a quick pizza and pasta fix. The owner is awesome and service is great, obviously so is their food. Their..."

Anz

"Satisfies the gooey, flavorsome, hearty pasta craving everytime! Good service and homely atmosphere. ..."

Reema Vather

"One of my favourite spots in Sandton. Great Italian food that blew all expectations out of the water! Absolutely delicious! The pizza as well as the..."

Andrea Buhr

"Have only tried a few pastas here (not lots of veg options) and while the tastes are pleasant, the pasta is passable we have tried different..."

Omnomnomm

"Dinner with two of my best friends the other night was so delicious. The pizza was so tasty and delicious and the gnocchi was unbelievable too. Been..."

Tiffany

"One of my favourite local Italian restaurants! I usually have their Arora pasta and love it! Service can be inconsistent, but it is a genuinely..."

Skye Da Silva

"A nice Italian non franchise restaurant that has the specs of Italian authenticity. Bookings are essential at this place for dining as most nights it..."

Amit Govind

"Many regulars, families and couples. For us, it's a quick grab and go with great food. I'd go more for the pastas than pizza.. Their meatballs are..."

Talia Lee Cohen

"At first you think the service is going to be shocking and you have to seat yourself but the food is good, the heaters are warm and the bill is..."

Belinda Janet Leeflang

"Friday night was cold and I didn't have time to have lunch at work so when it was time for supper all I wanted was comfort food and what could be..."

Binita Mistry

"Not sure what to do for dinner on Friday, and remembered Polpetta down the road from the house. Lucky enough we managed to get a table. On arrival..."

Vishal Mistry

"A strong favourite amongst our family and friends. Regardless of how busy this place is, service is always spot on. The waiters/waitresses know the..."

Yael

"The Family went toPolpetta for a late Saturday lunch.Started with aHouse Salad - which is always delicious.Kids had a..."

Leat Sacharowitz

"Although this Italian stop is situated very close to me, I only tried it for the first time last night. All in all, a great Italian menu..."

Nicole Zetler Shapiro

"Popped for lunch this week. For starters we shared a focaccia and for mains I ordered the arrabiata pasta with extra mushrooms, the food was tasty...."

Pashnee Naidoo

"Although situated in between and next to quite a few fast food restaurants and a super busy parking lot, Polpetta has managed to set itself up in a..."

The Big Mouth

"Went to this restaurant based in a number of positive comments. It is situated between a number of take away places and a video store and a 24 hour..."

Magda Oosthuysen

"Last night, a friend who swears by Polpetta took me there for an early dinner and what struck me straight away about the restaurant was how full it..."

Lauras World

"The setting leaves a lot to be desired... it's in the parking lot of a b-grade (that's being kind) suburban shopping centre. However, the food is as..."

J L

"Have only ordered take out from here on various occasions. Pizzas are fresh and hot out of the oven and service is fast. Simple toppings but fresh..."

DebbyGP

"Polpetta is a great little Italian spot. We shared a vegetarian pizza and a vegetable cheesy pasta bake. Both were really yummy. My boyfriend..."

Shez

"I went to Polpetta as part of a work dinner, having never heard of the place before and was pleasantly surprised. The staff were fantastic and the..."

Megan Fisher

"Had a lovely glass of wine with the most divine pizza and a peculiar but tasty sauce which i was asked to guess the ingredients of! I was served by..."

Santham Naicker

"I didn't know this place existed until a friend suggested it. What a pleasant surprise. Great food and an excellent variety on the menu at very..."

Natalie Shephard

"Probably one of the best italian restaurants in JHB. The food is unbelievably delicious. The owner even took time out to have a chat with me and..."

Dinika Singh

"As a thin based pizza lover, this was paradise for me. They were also very generous with their toppings, the Parma ham that I had actually covered..."

Asian Foodie

"Place to find some excellent Pasta. The restaurant Speciality "Polpetta Pasta" is one of my favourites. Most of the pastas are great and there is a..."

Arun Babu

"Wow! Couldn't believe how busy this place was on a Sunday night! Lovely, friendly service. Quite a varied menu including grills. Food was great..."

Janice Kelvin Leibowitz

"One of the best Italian joints in joburg. The house salad is superb and the prima vera pasta with chicken is fantastic. A real Italian meal. Great..."

Dean Sevel

"Best pasta by far. Roberto - sea food pasta and thier speciality polpetta (home made beef mearballs)...."

Mashilo Moabelo

"Still the best pizza in Jhb, made with the freshest ingredients. Staff are wonderful and great selection of wines; don't be put off by the fast food..."

Chris Tugman

"This place is really fantastic. They are conveniently located and have a surprising amount of space. The pastas are divine, the service very good and..."

Maxine Gunzenhauser

"Really good Italian family food. Well priced and always good. This is what good homely food should taste like. The food is so good that the..."

Valt

"It's not often a restaurant deserves or even gets the full 5*****but..........Polpetta not only deserves it but also owns it.From..."

Gazza

"Office lunch delivered by Mr Delivery !! Perfect pizza's for a working lunch Love the thin base and the generous cheese toppings ! We..."

Lee-Anne Jacobs

"Great Italian place that's always buzzing with people. I've never had a bad meal here and I've been many times. The service is good and the..."

Michelle Levy

"This place is so underrated. The food is amazing. The service is also just as good. The only thing that might work against it is the parking. Love..."

Tshidi Khunou

"I've walked past Polpetta many times without even taking notice. Man, was that to my detriment. I've been for dinner there twice in the last 8 days..."

Ross Louis Kirschner

"I moved to Morningside in March and Polpetta very soon became a local favorite. The service is always good and a manager (or two) is always present,..."

Stacey Lee Johnson

"Great service, great managers, great food. Love the ambience. Thank you for making our Friday night! Most definately a great family restaurant. 10..."

Kimenthra

"One of my most favorite pizza joints.The Roberto is a must for any seafood lover they are consistent and the service is also good... The pasta..."

Rudhir Ramasar

"Great restaurant, friendly staff, great salads and pizzas, wonderful ambience. Often have take-always and have never been disappointed. Would..."

Joel Hochstadter

"Italian authenticity in Sandton with true Italian hospitality! Great vibe and excellent service. Frequented by a very loyal clientele - for good..."

Dia Carstens

"I have always had great service and great food at this restaurant. They have a good selection of pizzas and pastas to choose from and I have never..."

Liza Richard

"Classic Italian restaurant. Good service and our food was prepared really quickly. They have a few unique pizzas which I would recommend for a quick..."

Bernard Kotze

"This is our go to restaurant for a Thursday evening. The pasta with chicken and cream is very good with an Italian salad starter. My family always..."

Margie

"Polpetta is my favourite Italian restaurant. The food is excellent especially their tripe and polenta. The ambiance and the people are just amazing...."

Jannett Viljoen

"I love if here. Warm, friendly and good food. It's the neighborhoods Italian go to place. Everything is delicious but my favourites are the grilled..."

Romy Salant Zwiers

"Polpetta is the neighbourhood pizza place, that everyone loves. Their pizza's and pasta's are fantastic, but nothing beats their house salad- it's..."

Dolly

"These days, there are a lot of Italian places around to choose from, but Polpetta has and still is one of my favourites. The food just tastes good..."

TheOne

"Pretty relaxed little place with fantastic pizza. The vibe is pretty cool with people chatting jovially as if they weren't in the middle of one of..."

Marnus Breed

"This is one of the best Italian restaurants around Rivonia/Sandton side (I am obsessed with their house salad). The quality of the food at Polpetta..."

Mmule

"A genuine Italian restaurant with an Italian owner who has been present each time I have been there. The food is great - their signature Polpetta..."

Sonja Offwood

"Polpetta is one of the few Italian restaurants left in Joburg that are truly Italian in every sense of the word. Their menu is superb with all the..."

Natalie Katz

"Just simple one of the best Italian restaurants in the area. The service and food is amazing. The owners virtually know every customer in the..."

Tyrone Herdman-Grant

"When it comes to italian. Polpeta delivers. Not your truly Italian location but has a good vibe and great service.What got me was their..."

Craig Shalekoff

"The pizza's are fantastic and the vibe is warm and welcoming. The service was exceptional. I particularly enjoy the arrosto, pollo, quattro formaggi..."

Miguel De Freitas

"Absolutely delicious pasta and salad with interesting combinations. They also have gluten free pasta for not much extra which is great. There is a..."

Jane Kleynhans

"Great service! Highly attentive! Food consistently great! My favourite local Italian restaurant. Keep up the great..."

DougieLB08

"Went on a night where every seat was full so the service was understandably slow. The food was tasty and they have an excellent gluten-free pizza..."

Paul

"Our food was delicious and portion sizes were perfect. The service was amazing too, staff and management are attentive and on point. The only thing..."

Karyn Pitcher

"Food was very fresh. Affordable cocktail menu. Great wine. Service was excellent. Loved this..."

Mbalenhle Shongwe

"I absolutely adore the pasta here … my favourite spinach and ricotta filled pasta is an amazing combination with the aurora sauce … must try !..."

Nerina Naik

"Great, late pizza for lunch on a Monday afternoon. Nothing to gripe about. Nice, breezy spot, really cold beer and wonderful..."

David Russell

"This is Polpetta’s new venue - has been for a while now; they used to be at 90° shopping centre. The venue is spectacular with options for both..."

Bronwyn Desjardins

"Great food & presentation, athosphere with the right level of background music, allowing guests to..."

Dirk Brouwer

"Service was not up to standard, but good tasty and a few vegetarian..."

Lynnette Steenkamp

"Fine quality pizza. Never disappoints! Sheryl was super nice, and treated us to cappuccinos as our take out order took a bit longer to prepare..."

Jean-Pierre van Riel (J-P)

"What a delightful experience... The food is amazing... The staff are super friendly... The places isn't too busy..very clean...nice scenery... I..."

Natasha Padachy

"This place is amazing. Huge portions, easily shared amongst 2 people. Great value for money. One of the more affordable places to eat really great..."

Percy Thaver

"The food was decent, we had no issues at all, but it was very average. We had a mix of pastas. Nothing was amazing that you would rush back to eat..."

Nureyin Reddy

"We hosted a 40th birthday get together for my sister. The restaurant was so accommodating in allowing us to put up our own decorations. We had a..."

Rashmi Gosai

"Such a great restaurant. The food is delicious and the service is outstanding. Pricing is very reasonable. Thank you..."

Yuri Nadasen

"Great food, selection and quality wise. Brilliant service. Highly recommended!! Even got dessert snack on the..."

Jolanda Roux

"I've eaten here a few times and the food is always amazing! Friendliest staff and waiters. I highly recommend trying whatever is on their specials..."

Grant Whiting

"I want to compliment the manager, Stan, who runs the Polpetto branch at The Wedge. My Pizza was not as ordered, and he rectified it immediately...."

Arlene Bonin

"You can tell a lot about a restaurant by how involved management / ownership is on the floor. Nobody cares more about your experience at Polpetta..."

Mike Stopforth

Banchan

89/100 (1990 ratings)

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Asian

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Healthy

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Dinner

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Bingsu

Bulgogi Bibimbap

Grill Beef

Plum Flavoured Soju

Chicken Breast Balls

Korean Dumpling

Matcha Red Bean Ice Cream

Korean Fried Chicken Half Portion

Kimchi Nacho

Samgyeopsal - Pork Belly Grill

Kimchi Fried Rice and Vegetarian Soup

Spicy Beef BBQ

Korean BBQ

Tteokbokki

Dak Galbi

ramen noodles

Kimchi Jeon

Mandoo

Sweet and Spicy Fried Chicken

Bibimbap

Asian

Healthy

Korean

Fusion

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Mid-range

"Fantastic night out! The food was delicious and interesting. Small restaurant with a great vibe and warm service. The bbq option is really fun and..."

Lanah-Lee Van Der Berg

"All we can say is what an amazing evening, the food, the waitress and the hosts were all amazing. We shared 2 starters and then had a noodle dish, a..."

Lynn Archibald

"My first foray into Korean food! Delicious kimchi, tofu jeun ,beef bibimpap, and bulgogi!Tasted bekseju - Korean rice wine - interesting saki..."

Trish Ternent

"Amazing scene. Amazing atmosphere. Amazing staff. And the food is out of this world. Definitely a must on the bucket-list. I am a..."

Neeza Ramiah

"Wonderful experience we have had! Every dish made with care and the service was super! Never expected that the dessert was so amazing too! Gotta try..."

Sonnenblümchen Toda

"Food was amazing really amazing wow really enjoyed the spicy fried..."

Sergio Da Camara

"What a delicious healthy meal. Lovely staff and hands on owner. Will def be..."

Leigh Dermick-Afek

"Amazing authentic food, service and..."

Virginija Dudenaite

"Wow, what amazing food and a wonderful experience to be taken back to South Korea for my sister. Lovely and friendly host and great..."

Lauren Malherbe

"고맙습니다 오랫만에 삼겹에 배 든든히 채웠습니다..."

손호영

"Loved the food and vibe. I will defi itely be back over and over..."

Kim Techmann

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Young Guk Lee

"Just perfect!!! Don't wait, just go ASAP! Have the kimchi rice! so..."

Richard Evans

"Firstly, if you haven't been to Banchan, you NEED to try it out! The restaurant is cute and quaint (although slightly cramped when it's full). The..."

Aisha Moolla

"An awesome atmosphere and environment. Always enjoy the food I get there, included the regular take-aways. Friendly helpful staff and passionate..."

Ross Pearse

"I love the food and the vibe. However every time I come here I feel like I get treated like I am a child and not a paying customer I may be young but..."

Erry2401

"Absolutely loved it! The food was so delicious I couldn't stop eating! Would definitely go there over and over..."

Bianca

"Warm & friendly staff - always a win. The flavors of the food were very interesting! Throughly enjoyed their wings and the Soju. It was an amazing..."

Boitumelo Morakile

"Dinner on Wednesday 14/08/2019What a lovely experience!!!!Amazing atmosphere and friendly staff.Had some starters, grill ( Korean BBQ)..."

JimBeth

"Great authentic food, booking essential but service is lacking...."

Vincent Bezuidenhout

"Korean food as been on my food bucket list for so long and i am glad i stop at Banchan to start this journey. The restaurant is situated in..."

Fabrizio Capello

"The place is small so better to book in advance , staff very friendly and the food is amazing ! If you like the ramen try the shin ramyun..."

Mel Dep

"Food is absolutely authentic, fantastic and all made bespoke in the kitchen from scratch by dedicated Korean family team. Service is exceptional and..."

Mark Fyvie

"Hidden on an unassuming corner in Parkmore, Banchan serves authentic Korean cuisine in an intimate and relaxed setting.Service: Attentive and..."

Hansley Jugar

"A really cool place to visit! It feels as though you are in a small alley somewhere in Asia! The decor, music and wonderful service makes the place..."

Vinolin Naidoo

"I have been dying to try this restaurant and it was worth the wait. I tried the Ddookbaegi Bulgogi. It was absolutely delicious and packed a punch,..."

15388052

"Love this place so much. The standard of food is so high. Absolutely would recommend to anyone who loves trying something..."

Gina Rautenbach

"The best part about this place is that you're paying for the experience more than just a meal. That being said, the food was delicious! It was so..."

Mbali Tshabalala

"Korean BBQs are bomb! But this one has got to take the cake!Small little place but oh so nice 👌 I like the whole aspect of "cooking"..."

Zain And Faye

"Banchan has been around for a while & I finally got to try it. It’s a hidden gem of sorts and provides a unique dining experience. The experience..."

Sharima Bramannan

"Excellent food and atmosphere. Would recommend the pa-dack and naeng myun while the bingsu serves as a unique, excellent dessert.Service was good as..."

Ha Neul Lee

"I never thought I would find Korean cuisine in Johannesburg! It was awsome!I especially liked Padak. Way better than the ones you eat in..."

Young Guk Lee

"Wow. My new favourite restaurant. The food was amazing. Full of flavour and absolutely delicious. We grabbed takeaways but I will be back for the..."

Carole Craggs

"This place is totally unexpected. It's tiny and unassuming. Almost no decor to speak of. The menu is small with very limited choices. We were..."

Tam Loves Food

"My experience at Banchan was absolutely amazing! My family and I have been wanting to try this restaurant out for a while, so we were quite keen...."

Athena

"This is a top class Korean restaurant. The Korean BBQs have always become a Hallmark of many Korean restaurants but this one was pretty unique. I..."

Kimson Chan

"Great restaurant in the heart of Sandton. The decor is minimal and the gas extractors hanging from the ceiling catch your eye as soon as..."

Matthew Basson

"First Korean restaurant experience. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Helpful, friendly staff. The food was so fragrant and delicious. We will definitely visit..."

Tania Schlebusch

"Yummy!Fun!Healthy!Affordable!BYOB!An excellent interactive date night (The entrance appeared a little dodgy as..."

Nicole Vermeulen

"This place is so good I almost want to keep it a secret and not review it or tell anyone about it. It’s a hidden gem! Good food, service,..."

FoodFoodFood

"Delicious food as always. My go-to Korean restaurant. Starter platter to start with, then BBQ and bibimbap and to finish off bingsu. Always an..."

Lee York

"This family owned restaurant deserves all the praise! The restaurant is an amazing mix of Korean and western cultures.All this was shared..."

Tvonm

"yumMY! the sticky fried chicken was life changingAnd cooking Korean barbeque at your dining table is fun and sociable. the waiters were very..."

Julia Kirkby

"Absolutely fantastic! I had Korean bbq beef which I cooked myself at my table. It was wonderfully marinated and the side dishes were on the..."

Ernestine Erny Baloyi

"We experienced an interesting and interactive meal (and drinking session) at this little local Korean restaurant recently! Banchan restaurant gets..."

Lauras World

"Every now and then it's not so bad following like a sheep. I went with TTT's review and ordered ourselves the exact same meal as newbies to Korean..."

Clifford Millar

"Banchan refers to small dishes of food served along with cooked rice in Korean cuisine, very literal definition of the restaurant we might..."

TwoTastyTummies

"Fantastic night out! The food was delicious and interesting. Small restaurant with a great vibe and warm service. The bbq option is really fun and..."

Lanah-Lee Van Der Berg

"Very authentic korean experience with a clean and simple feel and great food. Really enjoyed the bbq portion with friends and the mix of flavours. Ps..."

Philip De Villiers

"One of my favourite places to fill a craving. The food comes in abundance (they're especially not stingy with the meat) and the service is..."

Ayanda Z Mbau

"Good food with natural fresh tastes - no flavour packets added here! Will be visiting again. Restaurant is very small though so booking..."

Nick Song

"I went to Banchan to celebrate my 22nd birthday and it was the most incredible experience! The food was absolutely unbelievable! The yangnyeom..."

Shannon Burton

"An absolute hidden gem. The ambience and service are on point. The food was divine and full of flavours. Definitely will be going to make this place..."

Tsume

"Great food and experience ! The kimchi, tofu, grilled meats, fried chicken are all worth trying with a perfect mix of tastes and spices...."

Guillermo Van Veen

"It was a fun and sociable way to spend an evening, taking turns cooking the meat - exploring new tastes which included Korean BBQ, kimchi, bingsu,..."

Kalay Maistry

"Food is amazing here! Especially their dessert, bingsu which I think only this korean restaurant serves it. The owner and the waitresses were..."

Joyce Keung

"Went on a Saturday night and was very impressed. The place is very small but the food is good and well priced. Really enjoyed the various Kimchi..."

Vijay Ghanshamdas

"This place is amazing. Small and quiet but one of the biggest hidden gems. I love the authentic food, and the best part is the grill food. They bring..."

Jess Morris

"I have been wanting to go here for months. But every time I want to, it's a Sunday and they are closed. So this time, I decided before hand..."

Verushka Bhagaloo

"Back the 2nd time in a week! Would definitely recommend this place! Food is delicious and ambience is great. Remember to bring your own alcohol , as..."

Tammy Sacks

"This truly is a hidden gem. From the outside it looks underwhelming but when you step inside you are transported to the other side of the world and..."

Anuschka Wischnewski

"One of the best meals I've ever had. Everything about Banchan is fresh, delicious and exciting. I'd eat here everyday if I could. Being able to grill..."

Erin Hazan

"Banchan is a little place seating maybe 20 guests. Each table has a gas cooker on it soooo like just have the korean bbq man.We had one of..."

Saul Ben Smith

"Very nice place. Went here for my birthday. Its very cold inside, so take a jacket a long. The food is superb. Loved everything. Great fusions and..."

Shauny D Foodie

"For a truly different dining experience, you must try this place! Perfect for a night out of 4/8 ppl to share meals... this restaurant is an..."

Skye Da Silva

"What a hidden gem! Tucked away just around the corner from the main road, is an authentic Korean experience. Delicious food and attentive and..."

Phat_Panda118

"Had dinner there last night . Everything was lovely . We have a year Old and a 6 year old . They were thoughtful , and had baby plate , fork and..."

Hargun

"Great food and Great Service - Love this Restaurant ! The food is exceptional - and Jamie is always there to make sure all ok. A rare find as there..."

Thelma Genn

"We had such a lovely dinner here last night. The owner is very hands on and showed us exactly how to grill our barbecue. To start things off we had..."

Maria Mallick

"We had a lovely time at Banchan. The food was good, but bordering on average. Our favourites of the night was the starter nachos, the cucumber with..."

Joash Narainsamy

"Another gem in Parkmore! Lovely casual setting with hot plates on table. Unique Asian flavors which are quite new to Johannesburg. Food was tasty...."

Jozi Poppy

"I was a little reluctant to get out the house and have to face the cold and wet Saturday afternoon but this trip was completely worth it. I'd been..."

Zizi “Zed-I” Dlamini

"Great decor. Such friendly staff and owners. Amazing kimchi jjigae.... Really can't wait to come back for ssamgyeopsal (sp?) and bingsu! The homemade..."

Ally Martinez

"This place is excellent. Beautiful Korean food and a fun experience if you cook it at your table. Highly recommended. Try the Korean wine too!..."

Nikki Comninos

"Hidden in the heart of Sandton this restaurant truly took me by surprise.The food here is honestly next level. I am a massive fan of Asian..."

Charlemagne Olivier

"Delicious, authentic Korean cuisine served in a homey, comfortable environment. Service was friendly, prices reasonable and food absolutely..."

Lauren Hargreaves

"Had a taste of authentic Korean cuisine this weekend at Banchan in Parkmore: This shin ramen was amazing! Spicy broth with noodles, egg, kimchi..."

Saiyuri

"Cute restaurant with simple decor. The food flavours were great! However, you need to ask for the condiments in demand as they do not serve it by..."

Ling

"Exceptional customer service and tasty food! As a first time customer, the employees treated me like a close friend - telling me how to eat the food..."

Jacki Honeyke

"If you are looking for a little taste of South Korea, this is definitely the place! Recommend the chicken balls in mustard and for the first timers -..."

Michelle S.

"Aside from the nacho starter, everything was incredible. Loved the aesthetic of the restaurant and was even more impressed with the food and service...."

Jordan Koen

"This place really is a hidden gem! We popped in for a casual Saturday lunch and were not disappointed. The decor is cute and authentic and the staff..."

Edwards Matt

"Went for dinner to this great spot! We loved the simplistic decor and furniture. The food was great (I recommend the bibimbap and rice wine) and best..."

Micah Fineberg

"Amazing little family run restaurant. Owner is hands on and so very friendly. Nachos starter was unique, spicy and flavorful. Spicy fried chicken is..."

SamuelandJacinta Pather

"Superbly crafted authentic food served by friendly attentive staff. Don't feel intimidated if you are not familiar with this style of food. Good..."

Greg Marcia

"So so lovely place no matter you like meat or vegetables. Need some luck to book a table,. because it is so appraised as a hit..."

Lionel The Little Fox

"What a delight, so refreshing to try authentic Korean food (which is absolutely delicious) in a cool, well thought out space with great service and a..."

Rosie Stubbs

"Tucked away in Benmore, this secret piece of heaven is a big surprise.The decor and vibe is very modern and clean which makes for a really..."

Alexa Scola

"Banchan is a cute little authentic Korean restaurant hidden away in Parkmore. While I've had better Korean food at other spots in Jozi, the friendly..."

Akira Wing

"Korean cuisine is one of my absolute favourites so I was quite excited to try out Banchan.The small restaurant is tucked away in Parkmore and..."

Emily Smith

"No words to describe. Pukka Korean, have the nacho and the fried chicken ball things . Daughter and Parents manage the joint, worth every cent (and..."

Bean

"Fantastic array of modern Korean cuisine, excellent service and warm vibes in this cosy, family-run restaurant. One to visit again and again...."

Julian Rademeyer

"A great spot with cool decor - finally a decent Korean restaurant in Joburg! So glad I found this place. We chose the BBQ beef option as..."

Nicole Zetler Shapiro

"Banchan is an authentic Korean restaurant that I would recommend to anyone who loves Asian food or who wants to try something different. They offer..."

Amy Sophia Esterhuizen

"An amazing restaurant hidden away in The heart of Sandton! Authentic Korean dishes with a small bit delicious menu. Decor, people and the bosses are..."

Pam Lourenco

"Superb Korean barbecue near the main strip in Parkmore. The stews arrive in great cast iron pots and are hearty and full of extraordinary, authentic..."

Viantha Naidoo

"Nestled between Benmore and the Parkmore strip, this new restaurant has the right vibe for people of Sandton. Not so stuffy like the other Asian..."

No Time To Waste

"Best authentic Korean Restuarant in Jozi. Need I say more. A trendy interior. Their Bingsu dessert and the Korean fried chicken were the highlight of..."

Candistripe

"We celebrated a birthday at Banchan on a Friday night, for which we booked. They were not trained or ready for a party of 16/18; however the staff..."

Carl

"Food is really nice, been there twice, the boss lady is very pretty and friendly! The last time I went there they told me that they were going to..."

Wendy

"Excellent Korean cuisine (caveat: for vegetarian dishes). Flavor was great and service was excellent. Ambience is simple and comfortable. Food seemed..."

Mitesh Popat

"Howdy folks. This is one interesting place. I am going to start with the things I didn't like and build up to maybe the best thing I've ever..."

Miguel Gibson

"Booking is essential as the restaurant gets packed, and also arrive there a bit earlier because parking can be a challenge. The food was delicious, I..."

Katlego “Kat” Lephalala

"I have been here well over 6 times. The food is great. It’s cozy and the staff are friendly. Make sure to make a reservation even during the week..."

Tshepo Mohasoane

"The food is absolutely amazing. I highly recommend the fried chicken, the ramyon, and the plum soju. Unfortunately the atmosphere was not that..."

Cahti Coulson

"The Korean barbecue here is exceptionally delectable and, in my opinion, the finest in the city. Be sure to make a reservation well ahead of time, as..."

Karla Basson

"Food was amazing especially the KFC. Had a great time celebrating my husband's birthday with family and friends. Such a lovely, new experience. We..."

Senobia Steyn

"One of the best experiences for family time, or date night! Honestly grilling yourself was one of the best parts of the experience and the food was..."

Kim _011

"The most confident 5 star review ever. AMAZINGly delicious food. The Korean Fried Chicken is like no other KFC on the planet. Succulent, crispy and..."

Nesh Mungroo

"What an experience this was ! The food was amazing and the kimchi deserves special notice. We had an kimchi omelette for starters to share and it was..."

Wikus Fourie

"That was a great experience! Amazing Korean food, very authentic and delicious. We got the kimchi jeon, bugolgi bibimbap and half a portion of Korean..."

Roberto Cossich

"The service was superb. The waiters were all very friendly with quick service and the food was amazing (as expected). My overall experience was 10/10..."

Kesaya Hadebe

"This is a Korean restaurant in Sandton. All dishes that we ordered were so delicious. We didn't make a reservation in advance, but I recommend you to..."

Hinata Ito

"Our first visit to this restaurant and we were not dissapointed. Absolutely delicious food and they serve Soju which is a Korean liquor.. 🤩 will..."

Steffyanna Thomas

"Review of Banchan Korean Restaurant: I recently had the pleasure of dining at Banchan Korean Restaurant, and I must say, it was an exceptional..."

Kayla Van der walt

"I wanted to eat here for a while and finally went!! The food was devine, the service impacable and the ambiance great!! A good place for you and..."

Chanelle Paul

"What a novel experience! As a family that enjoys Korean content, we had to try out some of the dishes that we’ve come to see in the these shows...."

Azania Mosaka

"This goes down as one of the best experiences in Johannesburg. The Korean BBQ is what brought me here first 💪🏻 but then the Korean Fried..."

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