Gauteng Restaurants

Lovingly run by a husband and wife team who specialise in homemade specialities made the Portuguese way. Tucked away in Ferndale with a loyal seafood following and homely décor, 1920 Portuguese Restaurant welcomes patrons with warm smiles, family photos dominated by football memorabilia and the lingering aroma of mouth-watering cuisine. The service is friendly and attentive; the menu brims with Portuguese delights and good selection of imported beers and wines using fresh ingredients and family recipes passed down from generations. Enjoy an array of homemade Madeiran specialties like Fejoada – a traditional pork, beef, chourico, and bean stew, fall-off-the-bone oxtail, porco com amêijoa - pork and clam casserole, tender calamari and succulent prawn rissoles. If prawns beguile, try the LM Mozambique prawns, served with a delicious homemade peri-peri and hand-cut potato chips or rice. The espetada, skewered cubes of rump steak, grilled the traditional way and served with milho frito, pan-fried squares of creamy polenta with kale, is a must-try. Tantalise the taste buds with a journey of the Portuguese islands at this homely and welcoming restaurant in Ferndale, Randburg.

A favourite restaurant for returning patrons, with value for money and traditional Thai cooking, 2 Thai4 Restaurant sets the tone for a memorable dining experience. Experience full bodied richness and flavour, lingering aromas that seduce the senses, and mouth watering dishes at this truly traditional Thai Restaurant in Illovo.

A thoroughly authentic restaurant serving the finest in Ethiopian cuisine. With offerings you won’t find anywhere else such as ting-sour Injera flatbread, Abysinia is the place to go for a truly unique dining experience. For a little of everything, ask for a platter and you will not be disappointed. Prices are incredibly reasonable. The drinks are equally exciting with strong, fresh coffee as well as local and Ethiopian wines. The casual, relaxed ambience and charming service make an experience at Abysinia one to remember.

The delicious menu brims with high quality seafood such as voluptuous Mozambican prawns and a variety of succulent steaks, poultry and traditional dishes. The warm and inviting ambiance sets the tone for a unique Portuguese experience housed in a luxurious house in Kensington.

Enjoy delicious and tasty cuisine and a feast for the senses dining on seafood, grills and typical Portuguese dishes. With attention to detail and personal attention, diners relax in tranquil surrounds dining on mouth-watering dishes such as grilled chicken basted in finger linking peri-peri the Mozambican way, or voluptuous grilled prawns, tasty pregos, trinchados, espetadas and popular feijoada. Adeguita Portuguese Restaurant tantalises with mouth-watering tastes and flavours the true Portuguese way in a colonial setting that invites relaxation.

al Fiume - Italian for 'at the river' - has all the ingredients for a great restaurant: a beautiful setting on a shady wooden deck on the banks of the Hennops River at the peaceful River Place Country Estate and a restaurateur with a passion for food, as well as the experience to ensure outstanding levels of service.al Fiume serves food that lives up to our definition of quality: the season's best, cooked with skill and passion and presented with a minimum of fuss.The cellar at al Fiume is stocked with a diverse choice of Italian and South African wines. The selection includes everyday drinking wines and wines for special occasions; wines from some of South Africa's best-known estates and unusual wines from smaller estates.al Fiume is a restaurant for all seasons: long, lazy summer days on the wooden deck; bright spring days when the first signs of green are starting to appear on the trees overhanging the river; bracing winter days when you might want to work off your meal with a brisk walk over the bridge and cozy autumn days when you can sit snugly in the restaurant and watch the falling leaves floating down the river. al Fiume was voted one of South Africa's Top 10 Romantic Restaurants by the prestigious Wine Magazine.Visiting this beautiful country restaurant is a must.

Experience Austrian hospitality at Armourer’s Place. This truly unique family-run venue offers the best of Austrian cuisine and entertainment. The staff at this warm and welcoming a la carte restaurant are attentive and friendly and will gladly take diners through the wide selection of offerings. A cosy fireplace is the perfect setting for a glass of Gluhvein and good company. As well as the main dining area, there is the ‘Kaiser Stuber’ which showcases Austria’s intriguing heritage. Experience the heart of Austria at Armourer’s Place.

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.

Situated in the tranquil grounds of Pretoria Country Club, Blu Saffron is a stunning location to enjoy exquisite food and views.Two lounges, a bar and a main dining area have been created for public as well as Country Club members. Views from a well-placed patio overlook a scenic golf course at this stunning Pretoria venue.The menu is extensive and the food superb, presented in generous portions. The wine list is vast and intriguing, with everyday wines to exotic and rare ones.The decor is bold with striking colours contrasting beautifully against warmer tones and creating an ambiance of casual sophistication.First class service adds the finishing touch to a truly enjoyable dining experience.

Located in Greenlyn Village this unique eatery offers a superb atmosphere bustling around South African delights and hearty pub cuisine. The menu leans towards more traditional dishes, which can be enjoyed indoors or alfresco on the spacious covered front stoep. The interior embraces a bygone era dressed in corrugated iron, Oregon doors, wooden flooring and aged metal pillars. Pay homage to South African cuisine at Boer’geoisie.

Explore the rich culture of India through aromatic and exotic cuisine at Bombay Blues. Specialising in superb North Indian cuisine, Bombay Blues treats food as more than mere sustenance. Food at this popular Rosebank restaurant is perceived as an expression of a connection to others, a means to strengthen bonds and what better way than in inspiring surroundings and with delicious dishes and friendly staff. The menu boasts the best of North Indian curries, tandoori dishes and breads. Try the masala tea after your meal as you relax in the tranquil ambiance of Bombay Blues. A good selection of wines is also available to choose from. Experience glorious Indian culture at Bombay Blues.

Bosco Ristorante epitomises everything that is glorious about Italian food.A truly family-run restaurant, only the finest traditional Italian dishes are served. Wood-oven baked pizzas, home-made pastas, succulent meat dishes and the freshest seafood all contribute to the fantastic menu, which takes on a contemporary spin, keeping up with the times.The award-winning wine list compiling South African and Italian wines and knowledgeable staff will enable you to select the perfect wine to complement your meal.Food is the backbone of the Italian way of life. A sentiment that Bosco Ristorante celebrates in style!

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.

A noted institution in Melville that brims with wholesome meals and delicious bakery, Café de la Crème sets a home away from home ambiance dressed in ornate pressed chandeliers, old fashioned stripes and flowing character. Enjoy freshly baked cakes, pastries, biscuits and bread throughout the day or a scrumptious toasted sandwich with chips or salad. Daily specials include fish and chips, chicken a la king and lamb chops. Main course delights with Lamb shank, traditional Greek moussaka and the rare roast fillet with three sauces. Desert seduces with sinful treats such as bee sting, baklava, brandy balls, pigs ears and petite fours to mention a few. Enjoy substantial breakfasts, legendary lunches and dinners alongside decadent treats at Café de la Crème in Melville.

This attractive restaurant boasts an interesting interior; the distressed walls compliment the beautiful pressed ceiling and original wooden floors that exude a warm Tuscan feel. Dine alfresco on the elevated terrace wrapped in stylish wrought irons railings ejoying a hearty breakfast or languid lunch, and by night enrobed in romance, the terrace seduces with dimly lit lanterns. The menu oozes Italian country style, with starter of roasted butternut and gorgonzola pot - butternut with sage, gorgonzola and black mushroom served in a puff pastry pot. For seafood lovers, try the calamari stuffed with a spicy combination of braised lemon, tomato and risotto rice. Traditional Italian starters, try the Anti Pasti platter available in both meat and vegetarian options. Main course calls for the Pork a la Milanese (crumbed pork chops with mash) or a famous Café Picobella pizza, baked in a very stylish mosaic clad pizza oven. Conclude the meal with a Tiramisu or the Polenta Orange Cake highly recommended for dessert. Café Picobella Trattoria is a truly memorable dining experience in relaxed surrounds perfecting for soaking up true Italian culture.

If traditional Spanish and Portuguese food and delightful tapas is what you’re after then Canto Latino is the place for you. Specialising in the finest Spanish and Portuguese cuisine and prices to please, it’s not a surprise that Canto Latino receives lots of support from the local community. A picturesque courtyard provides al fresco dining to please and Flamenco music adds to the authenticity of your Latin dining experience. When it comes to true Latin cuisine, Canto Latino is the genuine article.

Located in Strijdom Park, this family run business delivers consistency, personal service and excellence with each experience. Boasting outstanding Portuguese fair, such as Maderia espatada braai’s and famous prawns, chicken and tinchalo dishes, Cesco’s embraces the hearty palate with finger licking cuisine and comfortable ambiance. Alongside traditional spreads, diners enjoy daily specials, salads, light meals complimented by Portuguese wines, all in the comfort and splendour of authentic Portuguese styles.

Securing a large Portuguese and Italian following and live entertainment on Thursday’s followed by Sunday’s in true continental fashion, Ciro Umberto entices with tasty delights. Try the Prosciutto di Parma - thin slices of Parma ham served on melon wedges for starters or the calamari - either grilled tubes or Cajun grilled tubes with lemon butter or fried rings with tartar sauce. Mains offer choices such as roast Lamb - with roast potatoes, vegetables and mint sauce, Circo Umberto also secures reputation for delicious pizzas in town. Dine indoors next to a winter log fire or alfresco, at this relaxed and traditional restaurant in Douglasdale.

For truly authentic Thai food from one of the most original Thai restaurants in South Africa, try Cranks.Having built a solid reputation over many successful years, Cranks Thai House of Blues proffers the finest in Thai food as well as choice offerings from Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine. A good wine list has had a loyal following dropping by regularly to just sip and relax.The decor is vibrant with luminous paintings adorning the walls and even, rather randomly, suspended Ken and Barbie dolls!A truly authentic dining experience awaits you at Cranks Thai House of Blues.

Nestled in the heart of the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden, Eagles Fare Restaurant is a serene spot to enjoy breakfast, lunch or an afternoon snack. Sit under the grand old White Stinkwood tree and be serenaded by birds while munching on freshly baked croissants or apple crumble. Or gather with loved ones and friends for their blow out Sunday lunch buffets.Need to know? Open daily from 09h00 to17h00. Eagles Fare Restaurant offers an á la Carte menu, Sunday buffet breakfast and lunch.

Perched on the waters edge, Emanzini Restaurant serves African cuisine from the a la Carte menu overlooking the pool deck and Centurion Lake. Start the day with a lazy breakfast or tuck into a hearty lunch, enjoy a drink at the trendy bar before settling down for a tantalising dinner. Emanzini Restaurant embraces Africa and all her colours, brimming with flavour in modern and stylish surrounds.

Traditional décor sets the mood with red table cloths, lanterns and oriental style artwork. The menu introduces traditional Chinese styles alongside Asian delights hailing from Vietnam, Laos, Singapore and Thailand. Diverse and specialised, Fu Li Hua lays claim to being the biggest Chinese restaurant in Kempton Park. Try the sweet and sour chicken or pork, the Peking Duck, and the sizzling beef layered with spring onion and ginger served on traditional hot plate. Asian dishes such as such as the popular Vietnamese fried noodles are served with chicken, chopped vegetables and sesame seeds. The curried chicken from Laos is mouth-watering as is the Thai-style hot spicy prawns and the Thai green curry. Pop into Fu Li Hua and discover a world of authentic dishes and traditional ambiance in the bustling Emperors Palace Casino.

Located in Waterkloof Heights Shopping Centre, Gameal’s Cedar Café is all about beautiful food and a cosy welcoming setting. The quaint café exudes an air of nostalgia, dressed in childhood memories. The menu will leave you coming back for more, offering traditional dishes such as a Lebanese breakfast served with fried eggs on warm pita bread, sprinkled with herbs and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Succulent olives wet the appetite for indulgence. Tasty mouthfuls of tapas filled with Middle Eastern delights such as Tabbouleh, Baba Ganouj and lentils with rice, served with tomato salad and mint and garlic dressing. Discover true Lebanese dishes in a cosy and warm setting at Gameal’s Cedar Café.

A sleek, sexy vibrant city Restaurant, Geet in Brooklyn showcases the newest culinary fashion statement. Diverse and flavourful, the Indian cuisine demands a mastered art of the right assortment of spices for each delicacy.Unique and authentic, the culinary selection at Geet is reminiscent of the food from the Northern terrains and its royal inflections.Gourmet food of the Moghul era with its intricate Masala’s and elaborate preparations is a discerning diner’s delight. North Indian cuisine fare is a definite gateway to India’s rich culinary heritage.Geet Lounge & Restaurant has infused a breath of fresh air into the culinary scene in Tshwane. The menu is a fantastic combination of tastes, colors and fragrances that blend the flavors of India with the foods of a global Diaspora.Whether you are in the mood to lounge in comfort with a few friends and refreshing cocktails or to embark on an epicurean journey through the Indian Diaspora,Geet Moghul Lounge is the place for you!

The décor speaks of character and charm, pressed ceiling and wooden floors and good old Italian ambiance. Enjoy a variety of dishes and traditional thin based pizzas cooked in a wood burning oven or specialities such as linguine cartoccio, lasagne, artichoke, tripe, lamb stinco and game meat when in season. Gema Trattoria and Pizzeria satisfy the palate with traditional Italian cuisine and welcoming ambiance.

Located in the Eastern Suburbs of Pretoria, Jasmine Palace exudes a traditional Eastern ambiance dressed in bold red palates and bamboo themed décor. The comprehensive menu offers a wide variety of choices such as Sichuan Hot and Sour or the Prawn Won Ton popular spring rolls. Main course include the Ox Ribs with black pepper sauce, steamed Pork Belly with preserved vegetables, and succulent seafood dishes such as the spicy Prawns. For more Chinese specialties try the traditional Hot Pot available in either meat, fish, or chicken combinations together served with bean curd. Vegetarians can indulge in delicious stir-fried vegetable options and a large range of beer and wines to compliment each meal.

Exuding contemporary sounds and a delicious a la carte menu, Jazz Maniacs Restaurant sets the mood with jazz of yesteryear. The menu brims with township fare and offers breakfast, lunch and dinner infused with classic jazz sounds and colourful cocktail coolers. Start with a Sweet Potato Cuppucino - lightly spiced sweet potato soup topped with foam and crispy sweet potato chips or Grilled Calamari - basted with butter, garlic and lemon herb sauce. The Chicken Caesar salad layered with strips of grilled chicken breast on a bed of lettuce dressed with parmesan cheese, lemon juice, olive oil, egg Worcestershire sauce and crushed black peppercorns and croutons is delicious on its own. For heartier meals try the Karoo Rosemary Garni Lamb Chops - pan-fried Karoo rack of lamb. Served with your choice of pap, rice pilaf or chips concluded with a Double Chocolate Pudding, accompanied by Hot Custard. Enjoy the jazzy ambiance and township fare at Jazz Maniacs Restaurant at The Soweto Hotel in Soweto.

Boasting traditional Italian meals and a decadent curries infused from the styles and flavours of Durban style curries, diners enjoy a myriad of flavours and culinary creations. Savour the signature dish - Lamb curry, cooked on the bone with a selection of hot, medium or mild curry, served with rice, pickles, papadoum and salad. JJ’s is great for relaxed lunch occasions and dinners, easily located in Beacon Isle, Johannesburg.

This local haunt serves authentic Thai cuisine, perfectly balanced with sweet, savour and salty flavours and an intimate wine list to compliment each meal. All ingredients are fresh and freshly prepared to enhance the exotic dining experience, try a soup, salad, curry and some fish, meat and vegetable dishes. Specialities include tom yum goong, crab curry, prawn cashew and the famous pad Thai. Kai Thai wraps the palate in colourful surrounds, bamboo lights and exotic atmosphere, reminiscent of sultry Thailand beaches.

Located in Fourways, Sandton, this steakhouse boasts black cobra polished walls and fittings, large glass doors and window, and an interior laden with heavy leather chairs, seating booths and balcony views. Peruse the extra-large steaks and full rack of ribs for larger appetites, bobotie, pies, boerewors, and chicken. Side dishes compliment succulent grills and include chips, baked potato, vegetables and onion rings with a salad buffet brimming with variety. Dessert calls for traditional Malva pudding, jelly, custard and tipsy tart. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Karoo Cattle and Land Steakhouse caters for hearty appetites.

Boasting exquisite dining in light and airy surrounds, Kirsten at Wellington’s secures high class service and decadent selection of mouth-watering cuisine. Dine alfresco or indoors sampling delights such as delicious Italian pasta dishes, authentic Portuguese, Greek Moussaka and Lamb, tender, falling off the bone and seasoned with aromatic spices and wine. Kirsten at Wellington’s is hidden gem waiting to be discovered, on Wellington Road in Parktown.

Kuzina boasts a famous Greek chef – Yiannis Baxevanis, whose creativity and authentic style spill out onto decadent dishes and mouth-watering aromas. With focus on quality and authenticity, Kuzina embraces exotic international dishes in a warm and welcoming room, typical of Greek family traditions, where families come together around good food and festive celebration. Visit Kuzina and discover true Greek aromas and famous hospitality in Rosebank, Johannesburg.

Warm and inviting, the interior blends traditional with elegance in beautifully setting that oozes romantic and classic dining. The views from the villa balcony sets forth a fantasy inspired by the eloquent streets of Tuscany, the menu seduces with fine Italian cuisine and suited wines warmed by irresistible deserts. For antipasto, try the Carpaccio di Manzo - finely sliced fillet of raw beef drizzled with extra virgin olive oil with shavings of parmesan, mushroom and celery. Delectable Linguine Gamberetti is layered with queen prawns and shrimps in a spicy cream sauce and finally, the most perfect Crème caramel, a homemade classic concludes the meal. La Scala Restaurant transcends an ordinary dining experience into something beautiful and classic, with a hint of romance overlooking the streets of Tuscany.

The traditional décor sets the mood for an authentic dining experience basking in glorious Cantonese dishes and delightful Yum Cha. The atmosphere and cuisine invites social dining complimented by the friendly atmosphere and service. Enjoy whole baked fish pungent with garlic and ginger, crisp-skinned chicken or pepper beef and famous Yum Cha brunches brimming with a selection of dim sum. An average wine list compliments authentic cuisine and flavours at Lai Lai Garden in Illovo.

Serving lunch and dinner, the menu entices with freshly baked ciabattas and a selection of delicious fillings alongside generous pastas and pizzas. Dine alfresco on the veranda or within the comfortable interior. Pizzas and pasta choices provide plenty to choose from with recommendations such as the Linguine Salmone – a sophisticated combination of smoked salmon, caviar, cream, chives and parsley, and the Spaghetti Prosciutto with lime, rocket capers and olive oil. Pizzas vary from the standard Regina (ham and mushroom) to more exciting combinations like the Palmanova with avo, brinjal, olives, blue cheese, bacon, garlic and chilli. Meat lovers indulge in traditional favourites like the Veal Marsala, Melanzane Parmigiana and Mussels in a creamy white wine/garlic sauce. Pop into Lambrusco’s Italian Dining for hearty lunch or dinner, true to Italian dining and hospitality.

Situated in a stylishly restored Georgian homestead in trendy, upmarket Sandton, Le Canard offers International dining at its finest. Frequented by a range of patrons, including celebrities and politicians, Le Canard takes pride in providing the best service and finest food. With a healthy menu full of sumptuous dishes and exciting flavours and using only the finest ingredients, you will find your time at Le Canard to be a memorable one. Relax as classical music complements thoughtful decor and freshly-cut flowers. All you need to arrange is the company, let Le Canard take care of the rest.

Set in the tranquil suburb of Brooklyn, with indoor and outdoor seating available, diners can immerse the palate in authentic Indian food filled with flavour and colour. The menu embraces all that is Indian, from delectable curries to breyanis, rotis, rolls and shwarmas to the fabulous bunny chows. Bunny chows come in an assortment of lamb, chicken, and vegetable choices and promise a strong Durban Indian influence. Alongside typical meat dishes, vegetarians are always taken care of with a wide range of vegetarian dishes. For those not into Indian food, opt for the grills specialties.

The serene, tranquil and exotic flavours of Thailand await you at Lotus Thai. Elegant interiors dressed in Bamboo wall coverings and decorative fabrics add an air of elegance to the tranquil ambiance. Traditional Thai food prepared by authentic Thai chefs brim with delicate flavours and aromas. Lotus Thai is a fine Thai dining experience in the heart of Faerie Glen.

Moyo is located in a tranquil private park-like setting, with outstretched lawns wrapped around the restaurant and views of Voortrekker Monument. The modern African ambiance and warm hospitality create an unforgettable dining experience inspired by South Africa’s colourful traditions. Moyo is a sophisticated dining and proudly South African dining experience.

Amongst green grass, tall pine trees and a tranquil lake, moyo seduces visitors to be open to love and laughter, seeking life and seeing it in the eye of a child. Mystical moyo water features sing songs of harmony to all who cross the bridge. The combination of outdoor and indoor gives the option of dining in the lush green terraced gardens or the colourful textured interior. Both take you on a journey of the senses to explore and experience diverse Africa. In feathered headgear the Mbira players roam the restaurant with lingering tunes. You might just be surprised by a painted statue that mysteriously comes to life. Moyo Magic - the Zoo Lake addition to the moyo family is aimed at our future - the children of today. A safe and nurturing environment is created and through workshops children are encouraged to revel in our heritage.