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.

Bustling, yet relaxed, Bella’s contemporary take on bistro dining exudes a beautifully decorated slice of heaven, brimming with delicious cakes and tarts alongside scrumptious breakfasts and lunches. Dine alfresco in the shaded courtyard or sunny conservatory enjoying an aromatic coffee and moist freshly baked cake for tea. Situated in the bustling heart of Sandton, Bella invites relaxation, deli style with decadent delights that will tickle the taste buds with gastronomic pleasure.

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, Bistro @ The Peech offers indoor dining or popular summer alfresco overlooking the pool and abundant gardens. Sandstone floors and deep leather couches invite relaxation as diners peruse the delicious menu created from locally sourced ingredients, home grown herbs and 100% pasteurised Lamb and beef. The menu embraces simplicity and flavour brimming with signature dishes and flowing champagne bar. Whether celebrating breakfast, lunch or dinner, Bistro @ The Peech savours any- occasion dining with decadent cuisine and flowing champagne.

Offering truly cross cultural cuisine with delightful French classics as well as South African dishes, Bistro 277 on Main is a great place for even greater food. For the vegetarians, there is a mouth-watering array of salads in both starter and main course sizes as well as other creative and diverse options. With an impressive wine list to round off a superb menu and dining experience, Bistro 277 on Main will be an evening you won’t want to end.

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.

Inspired by “Contessa” a renowned and legendary personality who delighted in flamboyant tea parties in Italy then, today, Contessa invites relaxation, time out from our busy lives, and escapism to beauty, comfort and health. The cosmopolitan décor and relaxing ambiance provides the perfect place to catch up with friends. Soak up the surrounds, alfresco dining on tables spilling out onto the sidewalk. The menu is comprehensive boasting 70 teas including delectable breakfasts and sumptuous lunches including beautiful homemade cakes, perfect for tea. Savour the mystery and beauty of tea at this uniquely inspired establishment at Contessa Tea Shop

Highly respected and popular, Cornuti’s inviting ambiance and diverse cuisine spread throughout the interesting and original menu sets the mood for a unique gourmet experience. The décor oozes warmth, set off by tiled floors and gorgeous art flattered by low lighting. Diners enjoy gourmet delights and wood fired oven pizzas such as the speciality Thai Pizza, which consists of prawns with green mango, danhia, coconut and onions. Another delight is the Putana, topped with bacon, spinach, feta and avocado (in season). Dine indoors wrapped in inviting atmosphere or alfresco on the secluded piazza sampling fresh healthy and salads, pizzas, pasta, meat dishes and small tempting deserts. Cornuti’s bistro influence and soothing background music make it perfect for any occasion dining in relaxed, inviting surrounds.

Located at Grayston Shopping Centre, Delectables flavours the palate with a mixture of culinary creations that touch on global dining and fusion cooking. The relaxed surrounds allow ample time for languid lunches, coffee breaks and sumptuous light lunches at this bistro cum fusion bar in Sandton.

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.

Brimming with fantasy décor and Dieters Memorabilia, this fun and vibey restaurant sets the mood with whimsical chandeliers and interesting artefacts that invite a welcoming atmosphere. The extensive menu bursting at the seams with bistro cuisine includes pizzas, pastas, continental meats and exotic dishes that encompass an easy dining experience for those seeking languid lunches or intimate dinners. This any occasion dining experience, whether festive or romantic, indoors or alfresco offers a taste of fantasia for those bold and curious enough to explore this hidden gem.

Isabella’s Country Cuisine warms the mood with a decadent atmosphere filled with antique furniture and chic crystal chandeliers. The walls adorn a palate of deep red and purple roses, painted floor to ceiling. Dine and inspire the senses with rich aromas of freshly ground coffee and home-baked cheese cake or peruse the menu brimming with homely country cuisine. The menu is suited to all tastes boasting freshness and quality with sumptuous breakfast choices such as Isabella’s way with poached eggs on rosti’s with a delicious hollandaise sauce or Isabella's Crumpet Stack - home-made, stacked crumpets with berries and vanilla infused mascarpone. For light lunches, delightful salads dressed in light interesting dressings make for a pleasant meal or go for a hearty Bella’s burger, finished with a light Tzaziki dressing or Isabella’s chicken burger with brie and cranberry confit. Vegetarians take delight in wheat free pasta tossed with pan roasted cherry tomatoes, or haloumi stacked with bringal and tomato, drizzled with Isabella’s fig and balsamic preserve. For fish lovers, there is the line fish or meat lovers, a succulent tender fillet or rump topped with a jalapeno and jack Daniels sauce with a great bottle of chardonnay. Parents can relax and indulge little ones with a kiddies menu to satisfy all ages, moon rocks and slinkys (meatballs and spaghetti) and delicious Mango and Orange smoothie or chocolate milkshake. There is a lovely outdoor facility for kids and a beautiful garden setting for parents enrobed in sweeping bougainvilleas, water features and manicured lawns, for a peaceful ambiance. Isabella’s Country Cuisine is an unforgettable dining experience filled with delicious aromas and inspirational ambiance.

JB's Corner has a philosophy that food is not just about eating, it's about socialising and spending quality time with friends and family.This street style cafe has a unique atmosphere with multicultural depths. The staff are all highly trained and dedicated to making your time at JB's Corner so enjoyable that you'll come back again and again. JB's Corner is the trendiest place around for anything you want, be it a meal with all the family, a cocktail in the evening or a relaxed afternoon coffee. Whatever you need, JB's Corner can gladly accommodate.

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.

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.

Eating healthy is a lifestyle choice, and Lady Lime Café provides just such choices to discerning diners who prefer healthier alternatives to average dining. Boasting delicious food choices and customised lunch packs, this trendy bistro knows how to shake up a good smoothie and kick-start the day with a wholesome breakfast. The menu boasts the freshest selection of teas and health meals with delicious signature dish such as the Lady Lime wasabi Caesar salad layered with bacon, chicken, mixed lettuce, melon, cucumber, tomato and roast butternut in a creamy Wasabi mayo. Pop in for coffee, breakfast, lunch or dinner, and enjoy healthy alternatives at this trendy bistro in Sandton.

Tasha’s stands out from the crowd by shaking off the stigma attached to franchised restaurants and harnessing uniqueness in every one of the four restaurants across South Africa.What does remain true to every Tasha’s establishment, is the energy, the cosmopolitan style, the buzzing atmosphere and of course, the superb cuisine.With luxurious decor, spacious interiors and international influences, Tasha’s provides an eclectic dining experience and one you will want to come back for time and time again.The menu is designed to cater for all tastes and only the freshest ingredients are used. Meals are prepared on order so you can be assured that you are getting only the best when you eat at Tasha’s.Accommodating every mood, Tasha’s can be a warm and inviting place to while some hours away in comfort or for those wishing for some elegance and sophistication, the Salmon, Oyster and Champagne Bar is a delight.With excellent service, Tasha’s covers all bases when it comes to creating an inspirational, comfortable and memorable dining experience.

The Patisserie basks in timeless elegance and makes for a romantic yet tres chic dining experience. Dressed in splashes of pink, contrasted by black and white photography of Audrey Hepburn and elegant antique French chandeliers, The Patisserie delights diners with decadent cakes, treats, cupcakes and light lunches. Enjoy high teas and coffee served in elegant silver teapots alongside a richly moist cake or stroll in for a hearty breakfast, elegant pastries or Turkish delights at The Patisserie in Illovo.

Enjoying status as contemporary French bistro dining, this highly unique bistro satisfies diners with a well though out and enticing menu suited to the comprehensive Thomas Maxwell wine list. Intimate and festive, the menu brims with favourites such as steak tartare and Warthog Carpaccio dressed in blini and shallot marmalade. Diners peruse delicious choices such as the Duck and porcini Pietettes - Duck rillettes, porcini and black mushroom in phyllo parcels finished off with a truffle porcini cream, paired perfectly with a Pinot Noir or the Stellakaya Hercules. Deliciously moist Monty’s Fish Cakes packed with Kabeljou; Yellowtail and Salmon fish cakes dressed in a wholegrain mustard and cointreau veloute on parmesan and rocket is simply delectable doubled up with a Doubly Delicious Meringue – A spice of double meringue filled with cream and topped with mango, pineapple, pistachio nuts and cardamom. Thomas Maxwell Bistro in Parkmore sings a serenade for the senses for those who choose to wine and dine at this fine establishment for lunch or dinner.