Craighall Restaurants

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.

Brimming with cakes, cupcakes, tarts, deserts and just about anything else that could sway you from your diet, this warm and gorgeous boutique is slice of decadent heaven on a plate. From baked delights to scrumptious meals and sinful desert tastings every month, who needs an excuse to indulge, just pop into Scrumptious: Patisserie and Food Studio when the sugar fairy tempts you.

The cuisine is consistent and good brimming with Mandarin and Cantonese dishes, good wine and beers. With popular signature dishes such as the Peking duck, delicious dumplings and the best cucumber salad and calamari with black beans. The service is friendly and traditional with gentle drapes of red and gold warming this open and airy establishment in Hyde Park Corner.

This take on social dining, Dim Sum, embraces soul dining, which loosely translated means ‘Touch the Heart’ The décor stages sleek, sexy and bold accents, embracing a minimalist and calm ambiance, heighted only by contented chatter from satisfied diners. Whether dining over a quick lunch, languid luncheons or intimate dinners, So Yum’s vibrant culinary experience entices with authentic Asian flavours. The menu brims with a high variety of quality meats, seafood and vegetable dishes, expertly crafted by skilled craftsman. Compliment delicious Asian style salads, tasty wok stir fries, aromatic curries and mouth watering noodle dishes with flavoursome freshly squeezed vegetable and fruit juices or fragrant teas, exquisitely brewed in exclusive tea pots. So Yum sets the trend for evolved standards of dining, where healthy, wholesome and perfectly crafted morsel wet the appetite for a sublimely decadent dining experience.

The chic interior blended with sophistication and cooking palates of green and browns seduces with elegant ambiance and understated intimacy. The modern, European cuisine wets the appetite with starters of fillet steak tartar and beer battered prawns, whilst main course recommendations lean towards delicately poached Scottish salmon with oyster mushrooms, and slow roasted chicken with truffle mash potato. Desserts entices with classics infused with a South African twist - Eton mess with passion fruit and paw paw, and panna cotta in a variety of flavours. DW Eleven – 13 emphasises on quality and fresh ingredients dressed in optimum flavours and flawless presentation. The wine list extends with a small yet well chosen local wines and imported champagnes. Step into a world of serene simplicity and fine dining at DW Eleven -13 located at Dunkeld West.

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.

Located in the heart of Craighall Park, this fine dining establishment boasts an American Express Platinum Fine Dining Award. The interior invites warm, relaxed ambiance and cosy fireplace ideal for sampling a glass of carefully selected wine from France, Italy and local estates, perfect for the true wine connoisseur. Using only the freshest and finest ingredients, Osteria Tre Nonni wets the appetite with Frittelle di Melanzane - binjal fritters with parmesan and chilli/cumin yoghurt for starters. Mains call for Capellini Salmon and Caviar – wrapped in angel hair pasta, fresh Scottish salmon, caviar, cream, chilli, garlic, spring onion napolitana sauce with the grand finale Tiramisu - layers of boudoir biscuits with a creamy coffee filling. Dine on the sundrenched deck or cuddled up to the roaring winter fire, Osteria Tre Nonni is perfect for any dining occasion.

Awarded Diners Club Wine List of the year, Giles Restaurant secures a bustling atmosphere and great ambiance with interesting food. Enrobed in a cartoon theme balanced across walls and tables, diners enjoy unique surrounds perusing the seasonal a la carte and five course gourmet menu. Dine indoors or alfresco on the stunning deck complimented by wines that satisfy diverse palates at Giles Restaurant in Craighall.

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.

Dine in Wally surrounds, wrapped in themed murals, cosy fireplace and roll down blinds. Keep the winter chills at bay dining on the veranda or indoors amidst crackling fireplace dining on early bird breakfasts, light meals and pub lunches. The extensive menu boasts main course options such as Irish Eisbein to an Oxtail Potjie with a daily selection of specials. Sundays sets the mood with tasty pork or lamb roast and delicious home made pies and half chicken peri peri. Wally's also offers a sushi menu which focuses on sashimi, maki rolls, hand rolls, fashion sandwiches and tempura prawns. Enjoy a good selection of wines and extensive varieties of draught alongside delicious meals at Wally’s in Dunkveld West

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.

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.

Famous for the finest grain fed and free range beef, this family friendly restaurant secures daily offerings for lunch and dinner accompanied by a well paired boutique and extensive wine list. The décor invites a clean and simple approach with contrasting black and white mosaics, wooden floors and a daily specials school blackboard. The menu sets the pace for grill specialties such as the Falkland Islands Calamari prepared with sweet chilli jam and lemon butter cream, fresh line fish, gourmet salads, vegetarian dishes, and freshly shucked oysters. The Local Grill provides a family friendly, relaxed setting perfect for indulging in succulent grills.

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.

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.

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.