Craighall Park Restaurants

Exuding a warm and homely feel, Bistro Vine parades black and white photographic interior warmed by terracotta floors and cosy bistro dining. Dine indoors or alfresco with tables spilling out onto the pavement overlooking 4th Avenue on Parkhurst Main Street. Enjoy traditional French cuisine, made using the freshest, and naturally produced ingredients with delightful choices such as starter of smoked salmon on sweet corn potato fritter with avocado, spring onion, crème frâiche and wasabi dressing. For something lighter, try the chicken Caesar salad layered with smoked bacon, cocktail tomatoes, croutons, cos lettuce and Caesar dressing. Hearty mains such as the fettuccine with beef fillet strips enrobes the palate with hints of tomato, garlic, pinotage, leek and celery with a touch of cream The ultimate duck confit seduces with crispy tender leg and thigh joints of duck served on potato, pumpkin and leek bake with salsa verde concluded by decadent baked Belgium chocolate tart with raspberry coulis. Pamper the palate with unforgettable cuisine in elegant French inspired surroundings at Bistro Vine in Parkhurst.

Located on the prominent area of Parkhurst and renowned 4th Avenue, Full Stop Café secures an enjoyable variety of dishes and stunning wines. The superb ambiance and alfresco dining area is perfect for taking in the European look and style over a glass of wine and delicious spreads.

A vintage gem, The Attic offers unpretentious dining in eclectic surrounds that invite enjoyment and savouring of food. The décor is a mixture of vintage glamour, dressed in warm earthy tones and mismatched furniture. Solid wood tables exude rustic elegance paired with antique chairs. Paintings grace the vintage toile paper, perfectly balanced to reflect the exquisite antique gold mirror and beaded chandelier. Exposed rafters and open flame chimney fire add warmth to winter evenings and summer invites languid cocktails sprawled over a Victorian velvet chaise longue. The deck opens welcomes summer and buzzes with activity as colourful cocktails swag their scarlet colours to funky tunes and the rhythm of dancing feet. The menu embraces fusion dining with exemplary signature dishes. Boasting seasonal creations using only free range, organic where possible and sustainable sources, diners relax and unwind in vintage surrounds sampling mouth-watering cuisine. Meticulously matched beer and wine compliment dishes such as Duck, Ginger and Hoisin Spring Rolls, Mozambiquan Crab Fettuccine with Coriander, Chilli and Lime, Slow Roasted Pork Belly with Pancetta and Asparagus, and Belgian Hot Chocolate Pudding with Vanilla Bean Ice-cream. The Attic is a fusion for the senses wrapped in vintage glamour and unpretentious surrounds perfect for relaxing and enjoying a decadent meal.

This popular eatery boasts sushi of all varieties, spilling out on the trendy Parkhurst pavement. Red and white Asian inspired themes blend effortlessly with the fusion cuisine and relaxed ambiance soothed by low-lit lanterns and large paintings of Japanese women. The menu enjoys a variety of sushi, including creations such as bacon and avocado or pecan and avocado pieces. Start the meal with the miso soup or some crispy spring rolls with sweet chili sauce concluded with a relaxing herbal tea.

With a unique New York and London ambiance dressed in upmarket finishes that ooze sophistication and appeal, George’s on 4th seduces with creative and exciting dishes. The parquet floors contrasted by rich dark wooden tables and plush upholstered chocolate chairs exude a minimal setting lightly touched with simple white plates. The international menu offers 3 course formal dinners, lunch time treats and languid coffee time. Diners wet the appetite with a variety of tastes such as George’s Haloumi Burger (220g) - grilled haloumi cheese, served on a fresh bun with French fries and sweet chilli sauce or Vera’s Springbok Carpaccio & Melon - rosette of springbok carpaccio served with rocket, feta and melon salsa. For traditional try Andy’s Fish ‘n Chips – hake in a famous beer batter, deep-fried and served with French fries in a paper bishop’s hat and tartar sauce rounded off with a Mother’s Three Ball Sorbet - litchi, Strawberries and Lemon Sorbet. Visit George’s on 4th for a global fusion delight brimming with culinary pleasures in the quiet global suburb of Parkhust.

An unassuming sandwich/Italian deli-style restaurant, Bottega has grown in popularity since its opening and the trend looks to continue. And it doesn't end at the food, Bottega boasts an extensive wine list as well as a range of whiskies and cigars. The service is friendly and attentive without being intrusive and the decor is charismatic to suit the ambiance. Bottega ticks all the boxes when it comes to a truly satisying dining experience.

With superb deli offerings care of New York and London, George’s on Fourth provides a unique dining experience with sophisticated decor in a relaxed deli environment. An exciting international menu offering interesting dishes made with creative touches here and there provides a superb selection. Try a full three course dinner, a lunchtime snack or a quick cup of coffee on the go. A wonderful dining experience awaits you at George’s on Fourth.

Stylish yet laid back, Ami Restaurant and Champagne Bar hints glamour and true white table cloth hospitality for an intimate dining experience with contemporary French touches. The décor whispers bold black, white and gold décor with a boutique feel that touches on elegant French classics yet remaining contemporary. Dining at Ami Restaurant and Champagne Bar is a grand affair. The menu captures dishes with recettes de cuisine and a fusion of South African, French and traditional. Whether dining on breakfast, lunch or a la carte, Ami Restaurant and Champagne Bar marries one of the best wine and champagne lists in Johannesburg alongside a dedicated desert menu. Diners enrobe the palate in delights such as Chinese beef - teriyaki beef strips, nectarines, tomato, sprouts, mushroom and the Mediterranean calamari - grilled with kalamata olives and sun-dried tomatoes. Dinner calls for secluded intimacy laced with champagne blanched duck with aubergine and cinnamon stuffed cos lettuce, flambéed in a sweet orange and gran marnier sauce. The tender, melt-in-the-mouth Moroccan lamb shank with coriander mash spring rolls and roasted mushrooms leave the palate yearning in nostalgia concluded by delicately sinful lavender crème brulé. Ami Restaurant and Champagne Bar provides opulent sophistication and decadent dining for a true white table cloth hospitality experience.

This fusion of flavours wraps the palate in pungent aromas and vivid colours that tantalise the taste buds with trademark North Indian dishes. Located in the suburb of Greenside, Karma proudly carries 7 years of consecutive reputation as best Indian restaurants and is a must try. The décor speaks simplicity and elegance draped in rich browns and deep reds with tranquil Buddha statues beaconing peace to the drifting sounds of Buddha Bar music. This calming ambiance prepares the appetite for an aromatic journey of North India infused with the lingering aroma of spices and incense. The menu includes luscious haloumi samoosas, the ever-well-liked vindaloo, paneer tikka masala, and a range of chicken and lamb tandoori dishes, mopped up with steaming rice and naan bread. House specialities include Karma Korma, fragrantly cooked and layered with juicy pieces of chicken, lamb, prawn or vegetable, cooked in a silky cashew nut and cream sauce. Wet the appetite with lingering aromas and decadent North Indian cuisine at this stylish and calming retreat – Karma in Greenside.

Mantra Indian Cuisine offers a relaxed ambiance and variety of Indian, buffet, vegetarian and Halaal choices streaming from the open plan kitchen. Food in play allows diners to interact with the dining experience as the creations flow from the kitchen into the Tandoori clay oven. The menu comprises of a wide selection of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes such as kebabs, mouth-watering curries with appropriate accompaniments, briyanis and Indian breads with a choice of Indian desserts. Relish in authentic North Indian Cuisine in relaxed ambiance and upmarket surrounds at Mantra Indian Cuisine, Parktown North.

The décor whispers white – white linens, chairs and walls with a sundrenched deck and wide array of cocktails to set the tone for the perfect start to the evening. Enjoy exclusive ambiance and delightful Spanish delights at Fino Bar and Restaurant in Parktown North.

This is the place to be seen where wholesome meals brim with nutrients and a kaleidoscope of colours tempt the palate. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner dining on food that is safe, lovingly prepared and created with integrity and care for our planet. Delicious and exciting, the menu offers endless variety to diners who enjoy healthy choices and good nutrition complimented by fresh and healthy juices. The Greenside Café, nestled in the heart of Greenside, sets the trend as an exciting alternative to dining and hums with vegetarian and vegan popularity.

Embrace the concept of simple food, where delicious delights flow from granny’s kitchen, honest, wholesome and unpretentious. The décor is warm and homely with unique and characterful tones that invite an intimate urban dining experience. Securing a bistro setting that serves delectable and well versed seasonal menu, diners soak up this delightful restaurant over a languid lunch or intimate dinner.

Exuding a cool modern interior and décor reminiscent of the spice laden markets of India, Spiceburg invites diners to enjoy mouth watering cuisine in a trendy and bustling atmosphere. Using only the finest spices, local and imported to achieve authentic taste sensations, diners soak up exotic temptations from the menu. Whether dining North or South, the menu captures the essence of Indian tradition. For a South Indian starter, try the vegetarian sambar vadai, consisting of lentil fritters soaked in sambar. Mains delights with a mixture of vegetables and seafood with the vegetarian avial or the kerala style melange of vegetables smothered in yoghurt, green chilli, cumin and coconut milk. Popular fish dishes such as the Kerala Fish Roast Masala - a whole pomfret fish roasted with a mild masala. North Indian dishes include the chicken wings marinated in chilli, ginger and garlic for starters. Chicken Tikka Masala for mains or the Kashmiri spicy specialty Lamb Rogan Josh infused with red chilli and herbs. Spiceburg satisfies with mouth watering and authentic Indian dishes in a cool modern setting in the trendy suburb of Greenside.

Located in the trendy suburb of Greenside, boasting a fresh new look, Bite entices with firm favourites and new tastes blended into the exciting new menu. Try the seared tuna on wasabi mash and salsa verde, or the line fish steamed in lemongrass, garlic and herbs followed by unique deserts that excite and conclude the dining experience. Enjoy champagne by the glass or peruse the extensive wine list to complimenting wines to your meal. Consistent standards ensure this establishment retains a loyal following and sets the mood for a memorable dining experience.

With a roaring winter fire and relaxed ambiance, diners soak up the warm, earthy surrounds and spacious sheltered balcony over a cooling sundowners or intimate dining experience. The well chosen wine list compliments signature dishes such as the creamed crumbed chicken fettuccine. The menu brims with Italian dishes from salads, pita bread, pizzas, pastas and traditional meat dishes. The salad selection boasts some innovative options such as the Haloumi and Avo complimented by freshly baked focaccia breads which come with a variety of toppings. The Pizzas at Fratelli’s boast over 30 options to choose from and daily spreads on the chalk boards entice with Mediterranean and Italian dishes. Fratelli’s is perfect for any occasion in the trendy suburb of Greenside.

This landmark destination captivates diners with fun and township tradition, where food, music and laughter embraces township culture and décor exudes typical South African shebeen ambiance. This cultural melting pop offers diners a unique experience immersed in tradition, creeds and nationalities for a tasty and unforgettable dining experience.

This trendy after work venue sets the pace with funky tunes and flowing cocktails mixed with modern South African tapas. The décor is slick, fresh and office like. White leather booths, custom made bar stools, wooden tables and old office memorabilia adorn the walls. The menu caters for easy palates and offers delights such as wickedly spicy Thai red curry, slow roasted pork belly with fennel seeds, salt and pepper squid, and pan roasted Portobellini mushrooms with sherry vinegar and Manchego cheese. Desserts tempt with baked hot chocolate pudding and maple walnut crème brulee. Enjoy delicious food and mouth watering cocktails at this cool and trendy after-work venue in Greenside.

The décor warms with orange hues set in dark wood and beautiful fabrics set off by 70’s wallpaper. Using the highest quality ingredients that inspire a wide variety of flavours, the menu entices with meze, tapas and antipasto in small yet hearty portions. Start the day with the Big Breakfast Sofia Special for R25 including coffee and introduces Breakfast Balkanika - a Bulgarian breakfast including poached eggs, smoked Paprika, Hollandaise sauce, sautéed young spinach, plain yogurt and crispy toast. The menu transports the palate on journey through South Europe, North Africa and the Middle East for a fusion of cultures and tastes that leave dining at Cafe Sofia nothing short of memorable.

Brimming with sweet beauty and quality, and the linger aroma of baked goods that seduce the senses, diners give into this little peace of heaven sampling decadent pastries and languid delights. Boasting seasonal produce and quality ingredients, their philosophy holds true to slow flood enjoyed languidly and sinfully as we devour every mouthful. Conveniently located in Parktown North, pop in Moema’s for your daily dose of pure indulgence.