East London Restaurants

With a spacious and light interior drawn in by large windows and sea views, Grazie Fine Food and Wine offers simple clean décor warmed by dark wooden furniture for a sophisticated feel. Fresh hearty dishes inspired from around the world spill off the menu dressed in fresh herbs, olive oil, balsamic and garlic for a Mediterranean infusion. The additional a la carte menu compliments well-chosen dishes including traditional favourites such as the afettato misto and carpaccio. The butternut soup comes highly recommended. Boasting an Italian influence, pasta features with the linguini alla marinara a popular choice with diners including vegetarian layered gnocchi. Main course specialities such as the whole pork fillet stuffed with spinach and mozzarella covered with a creamy Dutch sauce is a must try alongside the Corsican lamb shank cooked until tender then wrapped in phyllo pastry and oven baked. For dessert, the traditional Tiramisu rounds off a decadent meal satisfying those with a wicked sweet tooth. Visit Grazia Fine Food and Wine to experience excellent service and upmarket ambiance with sublime Italian food wetting the appetite.

Located 35km from East London in the heart of a lush reserve, Huberta Restaurant offers a unique blend of luxury and dining that caters to the heart of culinary connoisseurs. Relive the legend of the travelling hippo; dine in close proximity in a strategically built setting above the Mpongo hippo waterhole. Linger the day away on a decadent afternoon meal, watching hippos at play tempting a delicious blend of African and European cuisine. Cooled by stylish décor and a touch of Xhosa, diners relive the colonial days savouring traditional breakfasts, light lunches and a wide range of wine carefully chosen to compliment each meal. Treat the palate to a unique dining experience pampered by acclaimed chefs at Huberta Restaurant in Mpongo Private Game Reserve.

Dominated by beautifully appointed furniture and dark wood panelling, Le Petit Restaurant oozes plush red carpeting, ornate glass lampshades and Swiss memorabilia for an authentic old country dining experience. For mains, try unusual specialties such as crocodile steak "Dundee", buffalo fillet, and a superb ostrich steak flambé, prepared at the table. Le Petit specialises in seafood and top grade steak specialities. Conclude the meal with homemade pecan nut pie. For an unforgettable dining experience with Swiss and French influences, visit La Petit Restaurant – a firm favourite with locals.

Exuding an upmarket ambiance and fine dining recognition, Two Dogs Bistro invites lavish cuisine freshly prepared in the open kitchen. Dine alfresco soaking up balmy summer days or relish in the unique night time ambiance sipping on selections from the tight, well selected wine list. For starters, try the black pepper crusted beef carpaccio with rocket salad and shaved parmesan and for mains lamb fusion curry served with basmati rice and sambals. Two Dogs Bistro is a funky offbeat restaurant boasting excellent food and ambiance, perfect for lunch and dinners.