TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in South Africa - Updated November 2024

De Brasserie

81/100 (4143 ratings)

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"Relaxing afternoon on the terrace of the Brasserie...friendly staff....ha ing the oyster special 007Oyster...including a glass of either Lace S.Blanc..."

Annette Beller-Sogor

"Excellent service, fillet beef and prawns was cooked to perfection. Wash all down with a glass of Belgian Duvel beer and watch the Kitsurfers thrash..."

Robert Mayes

"Stunning place, friendly and very efficient staff, will recommend it to anyone and everyone and we will definitely be..."

Tarita Pacé

"Went to lunch with a friend. We were greeted by very friendly staff and experienced front of house staff. The wine from Almenkerek Wine Estate was..."

Cindy Lee

"Professional staff. Friendly staff. Excellent food. Love this..."

Liz Dobbins

"We will be back, the service (waiter) was top class and our starters and dinner just perfect.. that home made bread and butter was a real winner. Our..."

Sharon Karatamoglou

"What an amazing experience it was. Top class service with food to die for. I had the rabbit and my friend had the fillet steak. I would just use..."

Altus van Zyl

"I was thoroughly impressed with the new decor of the restaurant - the cheese croquettes were delicious and beautifully presented- the cappuccino at..."

Jeremy Bruce Riley

"Fabulous friendly and food top class Liver pate was out of this..."

Colleen Simes Mans

"Quite the jewel in the crown along the Strand esplanade. A varied, uncomplicated menu with choices to satisfy most tastes. Dishes are expertly..."

Michael McIntyre

"Best mussels I’ve ever had, cooked with chilli, ginger and scallions - as simple as that. Washed down with a cold, crisp Chenin Blanc...."

Maeve Wright

"Great service food out of this world excellent View beautiful decor will definitely go back..."

Isobellakey Isobel

"Delicious food with a stunning..."

Peter Van Praet

"Great Escape...fabulous food & wine 🍷 at tentative service....will be back for sushi 🍣 sunset..."

Louise Lavarack-Obertufer

"The staff ,service & the food was superb thanks will definitely come back...their teamwork was..."

Agatha Tatenda Muramba

"Out of this world! Great service, fantastic food...what more can you..."

Robert Wilson

"Love to go and sit outside and have coffee or a glass of wine and a cheeseboard, friendly people and good..."

Karin Raubenheimer Nee Lappat

"Brilliant dining experience great service. The waiters were all great Eric served us he is such a pleasent person Blessings The Bez family..."

Steve Bezuidenhout

"Celebrated my birthday with my hubby and kids. It was awesome, the steak was delicious and atmosphere great. Loved every minute of our..."

Davedine Debbie Langeveld

"Amazing setting and awesome food. Very attentive service. Will definitely return. Expensive but money shouldn't be an object when dining..."

C Le Roux-Botha

"We love the sushi and the tempura squid and prawns are always the..."

Daniel Perch

"Very stylish establishment with professional staff.Food is very good quality and the restaurant is classy and clean. Would highly..."

Marnich Winterbach

"De BrasserieStrandSo last night we experienced a wonderful event at De Brasserie, Thier Wine Evening. 10 wonderful wines with 3..."

Borrow Me Your Teeth

"Had a great meal on the outside deck in the warm winter sun. The meal was outstanding as was the wine and staff. Always a pleasure to go back there..."

Miguel

"Walked into a shop that is so full , there is no space for a mouse. This means its a really good restaurant ! They had surprises around every..."

Michelle

"Who knew that this little gem was waiting for us in the strand. When driving by one could easily pass it over as just another restaurant but do..."

Neil Smith

"Great view. Well trained staff and very professional. Quality wine list. Pork belly was my favorite item on the menu. If you are in the area do not..."

Neill Hattingh

"Upmarket restaurant on Beach Road in Strand. Had the salmon and really enjoyed it along with their house wine Almenkerk. Waiters are friendly and..."

Kristen George

"Whenever you find yourself in the Gordons Bay or Somerset west area in Cape Town, do yourself a favor and visit The Brasserie at Strand, the Fillet,..."

Jaco Coetzee

"Good place, decent service. Have some weird rules though about where they can and can't serve water?? But okay, still decent food and..."

Christopher Shear

"Very nice setting to have coffee and chat with good friends. Unfortunately the wind was extremely strong so we had to sit inside and not on the stoep..."

Douglas Miller

"I read quite a few reviews before deciding on De Brasserie. I must admit when someone said they make the best sushi in Cape Town, I thought it was..."

BritZim Foodie

"De Brasserie is a really great, upmarket restaurant in the Strand. They had a stunning set menu for Christmas with an option for wine..."

Marentia Van Kasterop

"Good food and excellent service. Warm welcome received from Waiters and was regularly check up on. Downer is that the didn't serve any local common..."

AndyBoy

"Amazing place, food and service! We had the pleasure to have Bright as our waiter and he was so friendly and helpful! Made us feel right at home...."

Dklerkj1

"Lovely restaurant with a beautiful sea view. The decor is simple yet elegant. Staff was very friendly. The food was good. The cappucino was in itself..."

Tarryn Brickles

"What an awesome experience!!! From the bathroom, hehe, to the food, delicious and unique, and definitely our waiter, Hugo , a place is what you make..."

Marlene Williamson

"Beautiful view, really stunningThere for lunch in a sunny and wind blown dayExcellent kingklip done to perfectionInteresting wine..."

Trevor

"Elegant and wonderful fine dining in the Strand. Excellent wine collection and wonderful view out to sea. Wonderful food- the service is..."

Graeme Dendy

"I love De Brasserie. The calm and classy setting rounded off with Strand's beautiful beach it makes for the perfect setting for drinks, dinner or a..."

Megan Owen

"Super spot across the road from the beach. Attentive service and delicious kitchen offerings... The view doesn't hurt either. I loved it, we'll be..."

Clint Van Heerden

"Freshly brewed coffee and baked bread is one way of making me smile. Simple really and De Brasserie did just that. The French restaurant reminds me..."

Larece Randall

"So much goodness. I LOVED everything I have had at this restaurant. Their sushi is super fresh, their cocktails are amazing, salads are interesting ,..."

Semone Coetzee

"Absolutely loved this quaint little place! We didn't beat here but stopped for a coffee and was so surprised to see the cutest and most decadent..."

Lisa Lumley

"What an awesome place. Always receive the best food and service. They never miss a beat and you can count on enjoying everything. Keep up the good..."

Cilla Roberts

"The best, food and drinks in the helderberg, third time here and exceeded my expectations every time. Perfect meal starts with oyster special,..."

Shaun Wagenaar

"De Brasserie is an exquisite, Belgian themed restaurant and is a stand out on the Strand Beach Road strip. The decor oozes classiness and elegance..."

Ruan Spies

"Amazing restaurant, with cuisines that are beyond your imagination. Have been back about 10-12 tines and the food remains of top quality and rocks..."

Mark Coetzee

"Perfection. Absolute perfection. Had rabbit for the first time with an imported beer that's been matured in fruit. Best eating experience of my year..."

Vincit-Lee Lloyd

"We went to Somerset West for 3 nights & ended up eating here 2 nights in a row. 1st night kingklip & mussels & bouillabaisse ?? excellent! 2nd night..."

Janet Perch

"My husband and I went there with our baby and we were pleasantly surprised. We had a lovely meal and the staff were very helpful and friendly. For..."

Petro Myburgh

"We were most impressed with this restaurant. Treat yourself and enjoy an upmarket dining experience at De Brasserie. We were made to feel welcome..."

Arina Doyle

"Stopped here by chance - and were very glad we did. Wonderful exterior seats (with a great view) and utterly delicious food - the salads were fresh..."

Paul Shillito

"The food , OMG . I had salmon with a side of fried rice. Wow 👌, that salmon was just perfection. The waiter was attentive and friendly. Would..."

Gcobisa Nokwabuza

"Such a magical and stylish restaurant! We met up for a late morning coffee ☕with this amazing plate of a biscuit, with tiny piece of cake, a small..."

Carolyn “Carriesue” Naude

"Love to sit here and watch the sunset. Brasserie, please buy a gas stove so you can make hot chocolate on the cold days when there’s load shedding?..."

Hanjo Steyn

"Been long time customers of De Brasserie. Never had a bad experience in all the times we’ve been and we go a lot. Food is always great and the..."

Neill

"Great restaurant right on the beach front. Service was friendly and very good. We tried a variety of the menu options and everything was fresh and..."

James Regout

"I loved the look and feel of the restaurant but I was slightly disappointed by the service that was provided. I don't know if it was specific to a..."

Pumza Deti

"Great service the waiters are attentive and friendly. The food is really good and well presented. The coffee is delicious and I love how they serve..."

Elzaan Otto

"I really enjoyed my time at this restaurant. They have delicious wine and good food. I had sushi which was good but I have had better sushi at other..."

heinrich minnaar

"I was disappointed with my Caesar salad which was bland and had no chicken and too much anchovy. But the atmosphere more than made up for it. It’s..."

Dan Hawtrey

"Great location, nice to sit and watch the kite surfers. Friendly staff. Make sure to book a table, the place is always full (for good..."

Taun Bewsher

"The place is awesome,some classic wine I had we booked for my birthday dinner and all went well the was on point the staff was always checking up on..."

Sithabile Chinodya

"Aside from the obvious breathtaking view, this little gem is a must to visit. Sundowners are brilliant on the terrace (bubbly and oysters are just..."

Di V

"Definitely the best restaurant I've been to yet, great food, great service & a great vibe! Keep up the good work chef / staff! The only fault I would..."

Timothy Kruger

"Good service, beautiful restaurant setup and view, prices a bit steep but the taste and quality of the food makes up for it. A kids meal option or 2..."

Alana Van Eeden

"Exceptional food, best service, great location, interesting food and drinks menu with a variety of beers, cocktails, and wines and to top it all, a..."

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