Gauteng Central Restaurants

Residing in the Michelangelo Towers; an African icon, Annica’s deli graces the palate with an extensive menu and 3-course dinner menu brimming with game, light meals and succulent seafood. Vegetarians enjoy sexy salads and Italian dishes with an array of open sandwiches to satisfy any hunger. The menu entices with starters of Salmon Carpaccio, marinated in fennel-seeds and sweet soya sauce reduction, served with wasabi-mayo, pickled ginger and horseradish. Main courses such as the fillet Chateaubriand layered with a brandy mushroom sauce delights diners concluded by a coconut and sesame ice-cream sandwich served with tropical fruit carpaccio. Annica’s Deli boasts a stylish and cosy atmosphere with beautiful views of Sandton and European tastes.

Popular and vibrant, this superb restaurant is great at what it does. Brilliant breakfasts, fancy sandwiches and pastas are the order of the day and none of it will disappoint. Having been primarily a breakfast and lunch restaurant, Bayleaf & Sage has recently branched into dinners but has managed to retain the bright and breezy ambience that makes for such a warm and welcoming dining experience. The food is wonderful and as a result, this buzzing restaurant has a loyal following of regulars.Try it out and you'll be sure to become one of them.

Dine on delicious pan fried Line Fish with Bacardi, lime and coconut sauce in the delightful sheltered courtyard enrobed in privacy and tranquillity. The smart and stylish décor invites lazy lunches sprawled on leather couches with the lingering aroma of freshly cut flowers infusing the air. The well balanced fusion style dishes begin with starters of slow-roasted tomato tartlets or the spicy lamb, spinach and ricotta spring rolls. On the main menu the half roasted Duck with Thai noodle and peanut salad drizzled with caramel chilli dressing comes highly recommended. For a more traditional take on South African cuisine, try the grilled Karoo Lamb cutlets with lemon scented couscous, or the slow braised Lamb Shank with creamed parsnips. Dessert lovers take delight in the home-made Fig and Port Ice Cream, or the Chocolate tartlet served with cream and Chocolate Fudge sauce. Tantalize the taste buds with unusual combinations and well balanced wine list at Eat Bistro in Northcliff.

Serving sumptuous breakfasts in soothing surroundings, indoors or alfresco on the covered deck, diners enjoy languid lunches or quick and healthy meals in unhurried surrounds. The menu brims with delicious dishes such as frittata with peppers and halloumi and wheat-free pancakes with grilled banana, almonds and maple syrup. Hot breakfasts kick start the day with traditional scrambled eggs, grilled tomato and mushrooms. Lunch is served buffet-style with dishes like nut loaf, fried brinjal, couscous and Mediterranean salads and delicious baked breads. The delicious smoothing menu is extensive and seduces with delights such as Papaya Pleasure and Berry Blaze. Hot drinks such as organic Earl Grey, vanilla bean and tropical green tea are on offer. Lift your spirits and nourish the palate with wholesome and healthy delights at Gingko Restaurant in Parkview.

This well rounded restaurant inspires dishes well suited to western tastes alongside a comprehensive wine list. The finest Japanese dishes wrap the palate in a appetising selection of sushi, teriyaki, golden-grilled salmon and scrumptious seafood salads. The ambiance sets the mood with traditional and contemporary surrounds for an authentic dining experience at Ninjing Japanese Restaurant in Lonehill.

Exuding a Zen ambiance complete with easy on the eye décor, warm complimenting tones and splashes of artwork, diners soak up the harmonious interior, a start mood relaxer to the bustling world of business. The covered deck scattered with tables, invites warmth during winter months, dressed in cosy roller blinds and toasty heaters. During balmy summers, dine alfresco in the Zen garden complete with pebbles, bamboo, greenery and a soothing water feature. The menu brims with Mediterranean inspired dishes such as crumbed olive bucket, Thai chicken skewer with peanut and coconut milk sauce, and the camembert phyllo pastry twigs with berry sauce for starters. Light lunch meals are available with delicious salad choices such as rocket and steak or blue cheese with bacon and croutons. More substantial meals satisfy such as the rocket sweet potato rosti accompanied with grilled chicken, steak, smoked salmon or roasted vegetables. Main course recommendations soar with rocket chilli steak or roasted French cut rack of lamb concluded with a decadent chocolate Bar-one cake.

The décor embraces bold and vibrant infused with modern touches and gastronomic delights spilling off the menu. Breakfast caters for refined palates serving charred giant black mushrooms with asparagus, tomato, egg, marinated peppered feta and champagne zabaglione. Substantial meals secure starters such caramelised leek, goats cheese and spinach tart with red onion followed by fragrant coconut red curry with beef or chicken, lime, lemon grass and basmati rice. Desert concludes the dining experience with a white and dark chocolate sundae layered with fresh berries, pecan nut brittle, crushed love hearts and crushed whispers chocolate. The Green Peppercorn favours a visually seductive taste explosion at this upmarket deli / bistro in Morningside.

This unique culinary experience transports the palate on a culinary journey using the freshest organic produce available. The a la carte menu oozes fine dining and cuisine prepared from culinary king chef Rico Carlinsky. Savour a variety of dishes indoors or alfresco with views of the pool and seamlessly manicured gardens. Or relax over a light lunch and refreshing cocktail soaking up the views. This esteemed restaurant resides in St Andrews Boutique Signature Hotel and Spa and welcomes diners to a unique culinary experience in magnificent surrounds.