TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in South Africa - Updated November 2024

Banchan

89/100 (1990 ratings)

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Plum Flavoured Soju

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Samgyeopsal - Pork Belly Grill

Kimchi Fried Rice and Vegetarian Soup

Spicy Beef BBQ

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Tteokbokki

Dak Galbi

ramen noodles

Chicken Breast Balls

Matcha Red Bean Ice Cream

Kimchi Jeon

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Sweet and Spicy Fried Chicken

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"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..."

Brendan Mare

Japa

86/100 (723 ratings)

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"The best best best food! I couldn't stop to come for their BBQ meat...juice, tender! Price is higher, but valued. Sushi is very good, as the fish is..."

Spenser

"We had a superb lunch here for my dad's birthday!The food was amazing. My beef teriyaki was tasty and tender, and the side of noodles was..."

Raquel Unterslak

"The first thing you'll notice about japa is the number of Japanese diners which bodes well for the quality of food.The service was a bit..."

Saul Ben Smith

"This is by far the most authentic Japanese food in Jozi. Think it is lost on most South Africans (if you're not Japanese ancestry or expat). The..."

Mark Fyvie

"I am not a fan of ramen but I came here with friends and hubby who love the stuff and every kind of Japanese food to be honest. According to..."

Thandi Ndebele

"Melt in your mouth sushi, amazing starters and that's just the beginning! The staff were friendly, attentive and meticulous in their service. The..."

Kirti_unbound

"Alright! I've just found the best sushi and Japanese restaurant on JHB, finally!I was not expecting to be impressed, but I am. Their sushi is..."

Lisa Pi

"A bit expensive but its really worth it. The best proper japanese restaurant I have been to sushi is great, other menus are also great. Just the..."

Deal Real

"I wish I had insights to their cooking! The chicken skewers here is diiiivvvine to say the least, one portion is just not enough tohe..."

Diana Mak

"Excellent quality sushi. (Fresh fish, well and proper done) Terrible service (waitress in a bad mood, not friendly, the worse service I've..."

Mariana Franceschi

"Best sushi I have ever had in south Africa. Always full Japanese customers and the owners, a Japanese couple are always so friendly and caring and..."

Marco D'Avico

"Best of the best... expensive but value for money...ramen is Great... will recommend any anime fan or ottacu to visit to experience their favorite..."

ReaperKnight 777

"Wonderful, authentic Japanese cuisine with an extensive menu. Had the salmon, tuna, and red snapper sashimi and the mackerel nigiri-Amazing. Worth a..."

Priyal Pillay

"Recommended by an asian friend and well worth the visit. Extensive menu with anything from Sushi to ramen and everything in between. Best oyster..."

Leverne Mountany

"My cousin swears that Japa makes the best ramen bowls; so of course I had to go try it out. I had one with hot soup, miso, and pork slices...served..."

Sharima Bramannan

"Had a great night here with my family, the restaurant has a good vibe, quality food! Waiters were not fabulous but the owner / manager came to the..."

Judit Breyer-Zur

"Japa Express Sushi Bar was opened in 1998 by Hajime Kikuchi. It is run by a husband and wife team, with Kikuchi as the chef. Having trained and..."

Lauras World

"If you looking for authentic and exquisite Japanese food in Johannesburg then this is the place to go! My family and I, love going to Japa. From..."

Celeste Tsang

"A lovely, authentic Japanese restaurant. Come with full pockets, though, because it's not inexpensive.The jumbo oysters are a must if you..."

Natalia Bonegio

"The best Japanese restaurant in Johannesburg. Trust me, I'm a Japanese living in RSA since 2012. One of few Japanese restaurants owned and operated..."

Yoshiaki (Kacha) Kasahara

"Japa is best Japanese restaurant in South Africa.It is very rare Japanese restaurant in South Africa where is owned by Japanese. Real Japanese..."

Kiyoshi Kodate

"My review is solely based on my Japanese food snobbery. I don't know of any other place in jhb where they serve sushi prepared by real Japanese sushi..."

Pei-Lin Chen

"Awesome place for authentic Japanese food that does not disappoint. However customer service is very average compared to the food. They also have..."

Anz

"If you're in the mood for proper sushi look no further. This is in my opinion the best sushi that you will come across in Gauteng. Slightly pricey..."

Neil Smith

"Looking for some #authentic Japanese food in South Africa. The place has a detailed choice of Japanese foodThe sushi was brilliant and just..."

Ashwin Kandoi

"Cannot fault the quality of food at Japa,always the freshest & best ingredients used. Owners are Japanese so the food is definitely..."

Kitty

"Amazing!! Ramen was delicious, dimsum was really good and kimchi aswell. Will be back! Great restaurant to entertain at. Pity not in Cape Town...."

Monty

"Very good Ramen, very tasty, just wish they had told us that they were out of a certain type of broth instead of just making it, great meal!..."

Alex Fahrenheim

"Go to place for good food. It never disappoints. Love the Japanese bbq, but must call in advance for that. Love the agadashi tofu, salmon carpaccio,..."

Emiko

"The No:1 Japanese Restaurant in Johannesburgwith authentic Japanese food. A must do if you enjoy the best prepared and presented sushi in Jhb..."

And1

"Have to say it the best Japanese restaurant in Joburg, the sashimi is always fresh. BBQ is available if you book in advanced. The owner has high..."

Kim Chi

"Excellent meal, was pleasantly surprised by the presentation and quality of food. Place was packed which can only indicate that it's a hit in this..."

Sasha Fullerton

"Good good food. We ordered the octopus, salmon fashion sandwiches and misc soup as a starter - it was delicious, the delicate balance of flavors and..."

Fareed Hare

"Japa, never disappoints! For authentic Japanese cuisine try this place out! the food will make you wish you had the frame of a sumo wrestler so you..."

Terry Tu

"Beatiful decor. Friendly staff. My girlfriend's food was great, mine was average. Large portions but a bit over priced. Will probably see me again. I..."

Bernard Kotze

"This place has the most amazing food. Sure the service is a little dodgy but they have definitely improved over the last few months. The sushi is..."

Maegan

"This is the kind of food experience I wish for when I enter a Restaurant...Japanese food prepared fresh and at its best. The Sushi and Sashimi..."

Chokker

"The most Authentic Japanese food in town! Their menu is extensive, food expensive, but in the end. the Japanese experience is..."

Marco Arcangeli

"We just had the ramen...enormous portion sizes, but the food is unmistakably delicious. Waiters are not particularly clued up on their..."

Raglin Anthony

"although still many paces behind the Japanese restaurants from home (for unavailablity of fish and raw material variety in SA), its most probably the..."

Sun

"We wanted Japanese and decided to frequent this establishment based on the excellent reviews on Zomato. Okay, so how did we find it? Ambience good,..."

Stuart Thomson

"Finally went to Japa after having heard so much about it. I like restaurants that are known for being the place where people who are from the country..."

Tiisetso

"The food was good. We had fresh Sushi and sashimi but the service was slow especially given that the restaurant was empty. Prawn tempura California..."

Kelsy Moodley

"Japa always serves great, authentic Japanese food. You can tell just by the number of Japanese people who go. However, their service leaves much to..."

Elaine Wang

"Fantastic restaurant- pricey but so worth it! Best sushi in Jozi. Great fresh salmon and the pork dim sum is sublime! Great attention to detail- well..."

Tracey Smorenburg

"Go to Japa for the freshest sushi that you will ever have. It is on the pricier side but the quality is definitely with the price. The staff are..."

Asian Foodie

"I went to Japa with a group of friends this week. The menu is filled with names of meals that I did not know, and was curious to try. We didn't get..."

Marta Mendes

"Excellent food, the quality and freshness of the sushi is fantastic. The service was good as well. Some of the best sushi I've had in..."

Meraj Chhaya

"Japa is one of our favorite place that we go to when we want traditional Japanese food. Even though the food is excellent, sometimes their..."

Julia Pyle

"Authentic Japanese cuisine. Service was good and the food was delicious. Good value for money. Lunch time is always a great time to go...."

Andrew

"Japa is the best sushi in Joburg. Hands down. It is owned by Japanese*, so Japa provides authentic Japanese cuisine. They value their loyal..."

Merelda

"Finally!! The REAL Japanese Cuisine in Joburg!! Love itttt love itttt love itttt ----- 12 Feb, 2014 -----Finally!! The REAL..."

Inka Noverita

"This is a gem for anyone looking for authentic Japanese cuisine in a quiet setting without gaudy décor. The owner runs the sushi bar, while his..."

Leon Marais

"Authentic Japan in Joburg. The fatty tuna is excellent. Service is very good and there's no Chinese on the menu. Highly..."

Franklin Williams

"Today at Japa (30 August 2013) was the best service I have ever received in Jhb at a restaurant. We ordered after a while, but once we had ordered,..."

Verushka Bhagaloo

"To sum it up: great starters and sushi with a real Japanese feel. I loved the fact that most of the patrons were Japanese, it made me feel as though..."

Heather Clancy

"Authentic Japanese cuisinse.Seating and atmosphere is chilled and comfortable.The pricing is good because it scares away the riff..."

Mr.kno.all

"Sushi is the best! I think that the fact that it is always filled with Japanese patrons points to its authenticity and quality Japanese food. Staff..."

Gilli Read

"Excellent - best sushi in JHB. Pricey but great food. Well worth the price. Lots of authentic Japanese dishes for the adventurous! Great meal and..."

Tracey Smorenburg

"The most authentic Japanese restaurant you’ll find in Joburg. Doesn’t compare to the real thing but not a bad effort. Never busy however. Almost..."

Buyisiwe Shongwe

"Overall great restaurant! Staffs are all very polite, kind and friendly at the same time, trying to be responsive. The cha-shu ramen soup was sweet..."

Wonjun Bae

"One of the best restaurants we have been to in a while. Lots of seating - indoor and outdoor /private dining sections. Menu is huge - so much to..."

Jozi Girl

"Japa has the most extensive Japanese authentic Japanese menu in jhb. If you looking for something different and not just the usual California roll or..."

D C

"As someone who's been to Japan, this is the closest to authentic Japanese in Joburg that I've tried. We started off with pork and coriander gyoza,..."

Janine Brandt

"Wow, this is a FANTASTIC Japanese restaurant. The menu is extensive with lots of specialities from the food all the way through to the beer and..."

Nick Dempers

"An absolutely fantastic Japanese Dining experience..... The Ramen is perfection! A beautiful restaurant very clean and well set out. The staff are..."

Wesleigh Arjunan

"Was recommended to come here, and wow was this place the real deal. After living in Japan for 4 years, we have been searching for a place that brings..."

Chris

"When I first visited the place, my first impressions of this place is that it is a really posh Japanese restaurant. The sushi platter i ordered..."

kimson chan

"authentic japanese, by japanese. simple set up but serene. a fantastic venue for after work R&R with cold sake, and equally good venue for family...."

Rebekah Kong

"A really nice authentic, local spot. The staff are efficient and friendly and the food is super fresh and very well prepared. The outdoor deck area..."

Margot Fourie

"Either than sushi, this was my first exposure to Japanese cuisine. I was pleasantly surprised and content with the flavors and texture of my meals...."

danielle jacobs

"A fantastic restaurant that specialises in Japanese cuisine. The flavours are authentic. They also offer some Chinese and Korean..."

Caitlin McLellan

"One of the best Japanease restaurant in johannesburg. But service is not good. The lady who is working at this, she brought the drinks and food which..."

M Song

"Very nice restaurant to have a sit down dinner, they have private room reservations with Japanese style sliding doors. They have chefs in the front..."

TwistedShadowSAF

"This was quite an experience!! Real Japanese authentic restaurant with a proper sushi chef. The food is so flavorful and beautifully presented. I..."

Jancke Paulsen

"What a spectacular place to eat. The sushi was divinely fresh. The sesame seed ice-cream is..."

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