Gauteng Restaurants

Nestled in a leafy suburb 18th Av Bakery Café invites an adventurous approach to dining with an unusual menu brimming with unusual selections. Tasty creations inspired by eclectic creativity come in generous portions, gourmet sandwiches overflow with delicious fillings and hearty farm bread makes for a unique dining experience. The wine list is small, enjoyed on the cool stoep, relaxing in light conversation and bistro ambiance at 18th Av Bakery Café.

Exuding a designer ambiance and electric collection of works from young designers and photographers, 27th Café is a trendy hotspot on South Street. The menu proffers light meals in a relaxed setting, with great cappucinos and delicious Turkish Strawberry smoothies. Try the gorgonzola and pear croissant or dig into the chicken, sun-dried tomatoes and olive version, for heartier appetites try the three mini burgers in ham, cheese and a plain burger. The low prices make this place very attractive, considering the trendy ambiance and additional gallery.

Relaxed dining or more formal settings create the perfect opportunity to indulge in traditional South African flavours. Dine indoors or alfresco on the terrace with sweeping views of the Eastern suburbs of Pretoria. The menu inspires inspiration from the African continents, with casual light meals on off too and an assortment of colourful cocktails. Dine in pan African splendor at Baobab Café and Grill in Menlyn, Pretoria.

Located on Church Square, Café Riche lures in visitors with their freshly baked pastries, baguettes and croissants – baked in the early hours of the morning till late in the evening. Loyal locals and famous visitors such as Thabu Mbeki and Steve Hofmeyer frequently visit, alongside tourists. The menu offers Mediterranean flavours blended into a bistro setting, perfect for lunch or a light meal. Fresh salads and daily specials can be enjoyed along stern favourites such as Mediterranean Fussily Pasta with Tabouleh style vegetables. Café Riche makes an ideal before or after theatre venue, and entices warm summer days with their famous Belgian beers.

With a well-earned loyal following of regulars, Europa is the place to be seen whether it's for a good breakfast to start the day, a delicious dinner enjoyed with friends or just that quick coffee fix. Europa goes to great lengths to provide only the best Italian and Continental cuisine, with the highest quality ingredients. Exceptional imported coffees and hard-to-find provisions from Europe give this trendy spot the edge over other coffee shops and restaurants as well as the vibrant yet casual atmosphere. The décor is carefully chosen, using only warm, inviting colours and materials, creating perfect harmony between style and comfort. Placing the utmost importance on ensuring that patrons feel comfortable, this bistro-come-restaurant is a relaxing place to spend time with family and friends.