TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in South Africa - Updated November 2024

Erawan Thai Restaurant And Bar

82/100 (558 ratings)

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"I keep on going back to this place for their dumplings and green curry. Love it! The restaurant does not have the best set up though but that is..."

Leah Brousse

"Been trying to bring hubby here for a while and finally managed to get the chance for our anniversary.The service was absolutely top notch (as..."

Natalie

"So after watching the rugby at Newlands we decided to go to Erawan in Wyberg for supper. This has been by far the best thai food I have eaten in..."

Shauny D Foodie

"Great food, excellent service and ambiance. Never disappoints and it is a pleasure to dine at this restaurant.The staff are friendly and..."

Najma Shaikh

"Incredible, fresh food. I have tried a variety of their dishes and have loved them all. Definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone that enjoys..."

Leila Smeyatsky

"Consistently good Thai food, probably the best I've had in Cape Town. Fresh, clean flavours and excellent condiments. Complimentary prawn chips to..."

Simone Izzard

"What a great restaurant, I and a friend of mine were there on a very cold night last week, looking for authentic Thai food and we were not..."

Morena K. Matjila

"Great authentic Thai restaurant in a good location (though parking may be difficult to find). Server was polite, helpful and efficient. The food was..."

Lauren Niekerk

"Making a call to reserve a table here was worth it. I had the prawn and waterchestnut dumplings which were out of this world and an excellent Thai..."

Melissa Cowan

"Fantastic sushi, the deep fried coconut milk was very interesting will definitely order it again. Booking is essential. Beautiful interior fantastic..."

Mariska Meyer

"It is ages since we were last at Erawan and I was thrilled to read the excellent reports on Zomato. The atmosphere is light and airy, clean and..."

Derek Miller

"Our go to!!! Have not yet tried their sushi which I think is a new addition, but we are constantly feeling homesick for Thailand everytime we visit..."

Debbie Bergmann-harris

"What a lovely place! I went with my boyfriend and two of my sisters for lunch whilst we were in Cape Town. We were greeted with smiles and the..."

Sabrina Mortimer

"Absolutely superb food!An authentic Thai dining experience. The menu selection is fantastic. Obviously sushi and dim sum, are not Thai but..."

Allan Moita

"Went to Erawan for the first time for a friend's birthday, and as a lover of Thai flavours I was excited to try their fare. I was quite disappointed...."

Kerryn Rehse

"Having been to Thailand twice, I was quite excited to hear about a restaurant with a taste of Thai and it didn't disappoint. The name Erawan is..."

Sharese Hunt

"One of the more authentic Thai restaurants in Cape Town. Has a fancier feel and the place is beautifully decorated. Extensive menu - dim sum is..."

Chetna Black

"Thank you to my good foodie friend JotterJo for the recommendation. We heard great things about their Dim Sum so drove for a quick early supper/ late..."

Glen Hunt

"Delicious well presented Thai food and a treat to savour. Lunchtimes are generally rather quiet however, so save this restaurant for evenings...."

Barbara Ann Hall

"Sometimes a long, lazy luncheon & some fine dining is just what you need. Nestled on Wolfe street in the quaint & picturesque Chelsea; is Erawan..."

JotterJo

"Our go-to place for a special evening of the most delicious thai food imaginable. Great ambiance, good service and fantastic selection of food and..."

Janice Hudson-Windsor

"This genuine Thai restaurant nestled in Wynberg is definitely worth a visit if you enjoy authentic Thai cuisine. The flavors are rich with great..."

Kriyanka Naidoo

"Best Thai food I've found in Cape Town, for sure! Great service, wonderful atmosphere. Definitely worth the time and money to visit this..."

Noels

"I'd never noticed this restaurant before but it's clearly a favourite with the locals. Almost all the tables around us were reserved and it was..."

Charné

"From the moment we walked in we were well looked after and had a great time. The restaurant is cosy with lovely chairs and tables. Kind of felt like..."

Welmie Loves Food & Wine

"Had a delicious dinner tonight at Erawan. A lovely setting with great service. There were quite a few dishes ordered tonight as we were a group of 5...."

Ulisha Moodley

"We popped in here after our first choice restaurant had closed early due to the public holiday. Food was delicious, especially the coconut soup..."

Catherine

"This place was close to where we were staying so a friend recommended we give it a try. The service was friendly and mostly efficient- there did seem..."

Nicola Slyper

"I rate this as one of the best thai restaurants in town. The staff are amazing and the food is incredible. I've never been disappointed by a meal..."

Phoebe Kondylis

"I'm absolutely crazy about Thai Food, and this place has yet to disappoint! Their extensive menu appeals to all, and their prices are not too..."

Mandy Jones

"Popped in for lunch today with a colleague and took advantage of their 1/2 price sushi lunch special (Mon-Fri). Ordered the lotus platter to share..."

Glenn Muller

"AuthenticQuality food, everything tastes freshBest spring rolls I've ever tasted!..."

Jess Abrams

"Such flavourful dim sum at this Southern Suburbs gem. And the choc mousse was oh so decadent. Will definitely be back to try some of the mains. Yum..."

Lauren Hartzenberg

"Possibly the best Thai restaurant in Cape Town. Always full of people, very friendly Thai waiters and waitresses. The crispy duck is delicious, a..."

Kate McLeod

"What a lovely little spot in Wynberg with a laid back authentic atmosphere .Fine Thai dining at its best, we had a number of dishes all of..."

Gabriela Limberis

"Erawan is one of the best and most authentic Thai restaurants in Cape Town. From the moment you walk in, you are looked after by friendly staff who..."

Claudia Penny

"What a place, felt like I was back in Thailand... My wife and I had the Kwanteao chicken soup for a starter, I cannot explain how amazing this soup..."

Thuvesh Naidoo

"Delicious food! Was slightly disappointed at the Sweet and Sour Chicken, it had a very artificial flavor. Other than that, lovely experience...."

Amy

"Rewarding experience. Tasteful and flavorful Thai food right next door. Plenty of good things going for this place. Therefore I would highlight only..."

Ritesh Bhattacharya

"While writing this I am already planning when I can go back! I stay in the Northern suburbs and have no problem traveling to Wynberg for this..."

Nicole Vrede

"The service was great and the food outstanding. Perfect place for an excellent lunch. We had a the local wine list which was great. Always a treat to..."

Peter Reck

"Superb food! Halfway through my main course I had already made multiple resolutions to return. The atmosphere is chilled, the decor perhaps a little..."

Bryan Vally

"Erawan is a gem of a Thai restaurant hidden away in the Chelsea part of wynberg. The setting is very elegant and smart and was especially..."

Stuart

"Thai food at it's best! The setting is a bit tired and uptight, but I'm rating this restaurant on the food alone. I've been in search of a red duck..."

Where-oh-where

"First time at Erawan and was pleasantly surprised. Spacious authentic interior and friendly professional staff. The dim sum was pretty good and the..."

Anneli Wiese

"Very nice and spacious. Beautiful interior with a large authentic menu. Reasonable pricing with excellent food. Good service. Highly..."

Alan Tucker

"This restaurant is a must-visit, especially if you are a fan of dim sum. Best dim sum I've had in Cape Town for sure! Also had a delicious curry...."

Rebecca Francis-Pope

"Not just any Thai hot spot - but a truly authentic Thai experience in the heart of suburbia. The food was outstanding! The duck & pancakes was one of..."

Cherice Whewell

"Cooked by real Thai people their food is simply amazing. The decor is stunning, very hard to get bookings there but if you go after 8:30 you should..."

Denny Mo

"Great return visit with one of our favourite couples - and had a great timeParty: Solo and Irene, who hadn't been before...."

Andrew Campbell

"What a fantastic restaurant! I found it on Zomato when looking for a nearby restaurant and eastern cuisine. The first impressions were great (prawn..."

Tay

"Erewan is a great asset to the southern suburbs. The standard of food on the menu is great and because it is always consistent, it can easily become..."

Carrie Le Roux

"I am surprised by the lower ratings here. This is a favourite venue of mine to treat the wife once a month. You have to book. The service I feel is..."

Dwaine Van Vuuren

"Recommend the chef special , crispy duck . They also do take always if you cannot get a..."

Luvuyo Mkumatela

"Wow! What great food! Service was flawless, except for the fact that the wine I wanted was out of stock. We were the last to leave the restaurant,..."

Caroline le Roux

"Came back to Erawan having not been here for maybe a year now. Elegant dining area with tables that are well spaced so you dont feel crowded or too..."

SIMON AINSWORTH TAYLOR

"Finally got the chance to visit Erawan on Saturday night, and it was such a treat. Service was friendly and fast. Food was delicious! Enjoyed a..."

Phoebe Gunning

"What an incredible experience, the minute you walked in you felt like royalty. The service was first class and the food is some of the best Asian..."

Ramone Pickover

"Atmosphere in restaurant was good, nice and warm feel. Food was very good, dishes were tasty, with good spiced and flavours. My least favourite was..."

Andy Yen

"Great Thai selection of foods. No liquor licence at present (2018), which means diners can bring their own wine (nice for a change). Intimate and..."

Ryan Rennison

"My second time visiting Erawan and on botg occasions it has been a delight! The staff are always friendly and welcoming and the food is delicious..."

Kriska Liebenberg

"Beautiful restaurant with a really cosy atmosphere. Staff were friendly and helpful. If they are full, you can have a drink at the bar whilst you..."

Shan Ambrose

"Just celebrated my birthday here. Delicious thai food, quick service and beautiful decor, just remember to bring your own alcohol as they have no..."

Candice Leila

"A great authentic Thai experience. Assorted dim sum, crispy wantons , noodles with all manner of proteins filled with fragrant chili basil and..."

Rosemary Giralt

"Very good first impression. Efficient front of restaurant. Knowledgeable about all the vegetarian options. The lady who served me mentioned she had..."