Gauteng Restaurants

For diners who love good Indian food, Banjaara does not disappoint. With an extensive menu, focusing mainly on North and Central Indian dishes, intricate decor and attentive service, this superb Indian restaurant provides distinctive and exotic dishes to suit every palate.

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.

Situated in the upmarket Sandton Square, at the entrance of Michelanglo Hotel, Bukhara boasts stylish interior heightened by plush décor and vibrant atmosphere. The impressive open plan kitchen displays the work of culinary expertise as chefs transform mouth-watering cuisine into culinary creations. The menu entices with all time North Indian favourites and regional cuisine alongside an award winning wine list. Diners tantalise with choice of reshami kebab - chicken in a mild chickpea marinade for starters followed by succulent tandoori lamb chops dressed in a classical yoghurt marinade. Mop up the juices with a buttery garlic naan or Basmati rice slow cooked with saffron and butter. Conclude the meal with a saffron kulfi - Indian ice cream with saffron and pistachio. Bukhara transports the palate to the exotic markets of India in stylish surrounds for a memorable dining experience.

Enjoy flavour and aroma of delicately infused herbs and spices renowned for delighting the taste buds with good wholesome food. Begin the journey with deep fried prawns in batter, queen size, deep-fried and served with chilli sauce and sweet and sour sauce. Move onto the boneless Lamb korma prepared with turmeric, ginger, garlic, garam masala, onions, vegetable oil and yoghurt mopped up with all buttery naan concluded by a Pista Kulfi – a Pakistani rice ice cream made from lightly whipped double cream, milk rice, flour, sugar and seasoned with almonds, pistachios and rose water. Dine in authentic and traditional ambiance for a taste of cultural cuisine in upmarket surrounds at Daawat – The Authentic Pakistani Restaurant.

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!

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 fusion of flavours wraps the palate in pungent aromas and vivid colours that tantalise the taste buds with trademark North Indian dishes. Located in the suburb of Greenside, Karma proudly carries 7 years of consecutive reputation as best Indian restaurants and is a must try. The décor speaks simplicity and elegance draped in rich browns and deep reds with tranquil Buddha statues beaconing peace to the drifting sounds of Buddha Bar music. This calming ambiance prepares the appetite for an aromatic journey of North India infused with the lingering aroma of spices and incense. The menu includes luscious haloumi samoosas, the ever-well-liked vindaloo, paneer tikka masala, and a range of chicken and lamb tandoori dishes, mopped up with steaming rice and naan bread. House specialities include Karma Korma, fragrantly cooked and layered with juicy pieces of chicken, lamb, prawn or vegetable, cooked in a silky cashew nut and cream sauce. Wet the appetite with lingering aromas and decadent North Indian cuisine at this stylish and calming retreat – Karma in Greenside.

Combining old India with new and earning the title of ‘Best Indian Restaurant in Johannesburg’ for eight years straight, Karma Nirvana is doing something right.Modern interpretations of traditional dishes from Northern India are created using authentic ingredients imported from the glorious country itself. The management at Karma Nirvana take great care in ensuring that all meat and chicken is halaal and that all vegetarian meals are cooked completely separate from those with meat.The decor is exotic and unique but designed to create an easy and comfortable atmosphere with rich colours, rose petals delicately scattered and calming buddha statues. With incredibly high customer service values added to the mix, you will enjoy a truly exceptional dining experience time and time again.

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.

Discover aromas, tastes and colours of true North Indian cuisine, dining on excellence and traditional fare in a warm and cosy interior that invites intimacy and elegance. Plush carpets balance authentic Indian art, dark seductive splashes of red, dimly lit by romantic lighting and spacious interior set the mood for a perfect intimate candlelit dinner. The menu offers choice of some exciting starters such as individual or meze portions brimming with Chicken Tikka, Onion Bhaji and Fish Amritsari. The main specialties include the Chicken Tikka Masala, Prawn Vindaloo and the exciting vegetarian Aloo Sag, which are potatoes cooked to perfection in deliciously spiced spinach gravy. To end off your meal you could go for the exquisite Maharaja Specialty kulfi, a special Indian ice cream infused with saffron and green cardamon. Enjoy dining on fine Indian cuisine and a selection of estate South African wines, complimented by glorious sunsets and the evening sparkle of city lights at Maharaja in Bryanstan.

Mantra Indian Cuisine offers a relaxed ambiance and variety of Indian, buffet, vegetarian and Halaal choices streaming from the open plan kitchen. Food in play allows diners to interact with the dining experience as the creations flow from the kitchen into the Tandoori clay oven. The menu comprises of a wide selection of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes such as kebabs, mouth-watering curries with appropriate accompaniments, briyanis and Indian breads with a choice of Indian desserts. Relish in authentic North Indian Cuisine in relaxed ambiance and upmarket surrounds at Mantra Indian Cuisine, Parktown North.

Mumbai Brasserie fills the senses with fragrant dishes and spices created with care and culinary expertise. Chefs hail from Mumbai and bring with them the experience and skill to seduce diners with specialised North Indian cuisine. Decadently prepared dishes ranging from the very soft and succulent chicken, fish and lamb to the more extravagant and delicate dishes such as fresh springbok, ostrich and duck, made in the Tandoor oven infuse the palate. Try the tender Lamb Korma, succulent pieces of lamb, slow cooked with traditional spices in a cashew nut sauce with a glass of well partnered wine and authentic ambiance at Mumbai Brasserie in Northriding.

Traditional exotic flavours of North and South Indian cuisine reflect authentic fragrant tastes attained by using a simple blend of hand grinded spices cooked in a traditional charcoal clay oven. Namaskar is derived from the Sanskrit language and means ‘I bow to you’. Upon arrival, diners are bowed to and welcomed with an open heart then seated and transported to the flavours of India. The menu brims with exotic flavours and boasts a variety of soups, appetizers, curries, breads, dosai and sweet treat from North and South India. Meat dishes are succulent and tender, prepared in the Tandoor, and the aromas wet the appetite with delicious flavours. Namaskar is an up market and authentic temple of culinary excellence.

Pride of India pampers with exotic flavours from India using subtly spiced flavours and cooking techniques passed down from generations. The menu is all about delicious North Indian cuisine, served in a variety of dishes from seafood, poultry and vegetarian. Try fragrant fish dishes like an aromatic curry cooked in a coconut sauce prepared the Goanese way, or de-shelled prawns sizzled in Indian herbs and spices. Succulent chicken melts in the mouth, cooked in a rich cashew nut sauce, and the tender lamb chops basked in ginger, garlic and tandoori spices is worth a try. Vegetarians are well catered for with an extensive range of dishes such as lentil served with cubes of Indian cottage cheese and dry fruit, marinated in a mild spice or a paneer tikka on a skewer with green peppers, onions, basted with tandoori spices. Dine in decadent elegance at Pride of India in Groenkloof.

Saffron Indian Restaurant entices with mysterious and aromatic delights. The décor sets the stage for a traditional dining experience in a warm and soothing ambiance that captures the essence of North Indian cuisine. The varied menu offers a harmony of flavours ranging from traditional to authentic dishes. Enjoy delights such as curries, biryanis, vindaloo, madras, kormas accompanied by traditional breads such as buttery naan to mop up all the juices. The Chef’s recommendations such as the Tandoori Chicken, marinated overnight in traditional spices and gradually cooked in a Tandoori oven is a must try. Saffron Indian Restaurant offers diners an authentic dining experience, a chance to discover the colourful and aromatic creations of India, complete with the aroma of exotic spices, incense and exotic artwork.

Inspired dishes from North and South India grace the menu and wet the appetite with and infusion of spices lingering through the air. Skilful chefs prepare perfectly balanced dishes that brim with exotic taste and aromatic flair. Sit down and enjoy an Indian dining affair with the likes of a 3 course dinner for a truly festive dining experience. Sitar hits the spot perfectly, when nothing other than Indian will do.

Exuding a cool modern interior and décor reminiscent of the spice laden markets of India, Spiceburg invites diners to enjoy mouth watering cuisine in a trendy and bustling atmosphere. Using only the finest spices, local and imported to achieve authentic taste sensations, diners soak up exotic temptations from the menu. Whether dining North or South, the menu captures the essence of Indian tradition. For a South Indian starter, try the vegetarian sambar vadai, consisting of lentil fritters soaked in sambar. Mains delights with a mixture of vegetables and seafood with the vegetarian avial or the kerala style melange of vegetables smothered in yoghurt, green chilli, cumin and coconut milk. Popular fish dishes such as the Kerala Fish Roast Masala - a whole pomfret fish roasted with a mild masala. North Indian dishes include the chicken wings marinated in chilli, ginger and garlic for starters. Chicken Tikka Masala for mains or the Kashmiri spicy specialty Lamb Rogan Josh infused with red chilli and herbs. Spiceburg satisfies with mouth watering and authentic Indian dishes in a cool modern setting in the trendy suburb of Greenside.

SWAD Restaurant entices with Indian delights in a warm and friendly setting perfect for complete dining experience. The décor wraps the senses in peach walls contrasted by dark wooden tables and chairs dressed in mahogany table cloths. Indian artefacts and painting set the tone for authentic dining experience. The menu caters for all palates with finger licking dishes such as Murg Anarkali - grilled boneless chicken in a mint and coriander marinade, Champ-E-Lucknowi - Lamb chops in a traditional marinade or Lamb Stew - cooked in coconut milk accompanied with buttery naan bread to mop up the fragrant juices. Conclude the meal with Kesar Pista Kulfi - Saffron and pistachio flavoured Indian ice cream for an orchestral symphony of Indian flavours in Melrose North, Johannesburg.

The fresh contemporary approach makes a refreshing alternative to the usual décor, with soft autumn palates and abstract artwork and murals creating a soothing ambiance. The menu is brimming with choice, from meat, fish to vegetarian dishes, served with delicious naan bread to mop up the juices. Try the Chicken Tikka Masala, Lamb Korma or the Seafood Biryani. Vegetarian dishes are ample and can be served as starters. Try the Paneer Masala, or the Bombay Potatoes to wet the appetite. Tarana Indian is a delightful and delicious Indian eatery.

The substantial menu explodes with a myriad of dishes that embody the spirit and essence of India. The bold décor invites warmth with tables spilling onto the sidewalk, perfect for alfresco dining on popular starters such as the Chicken Risme Kebab – tender pieces of chicken marinated in yoghurt with herbs and spices, slowly cooked in a clay oven. Vegetarians delight with the Tandoori Mushroom layered in tomato, onion and peppers a main courses variety of dishes with Paneer (Indian cottage cheese), Dhal (lentils), potatoes, and rice. Meat lover’s main course recommendations start with Lamb Rogan Josh, Lamb Chops Masala, and the Chicken Tikka Masala. Taste of India satisfies with a myriad of dishes, perfect for sharing and socialising with friends in the heart of Rivonia, Sandton.

Setting roots in Kerala India, noted as God’s Country, diners soak up the warmth and wonder of heavenly Indian food. The inviting atmosphere and unique Indian tapas sets this restaurant apart with morsels of Indian delights perfect for sharing over lunch or dinner. The set or daily menu brims with specials and offers diners choice of fragrant curries, briyanis and stews, spicy Tandoori and Masala dishes, all served with traditional breads, rice dishes and sides accompanied with freshly prepared chutneys, pickles and vegetables. Heavenly deserts conclude the meal and speciality coffees end off a perfect dining experience brimming with fresh ingredients and aromatic dishes.

Experience the finest in North and South Indian cuisine at The Raj. Conveniently located in Rivonia Junction Centre on Rivonia Road and with secure off-road parking, The Raj boasts an exciting menu filled with a superb selection of the best in Indian cuisine. Take a memorable culinary journey through India that will put The Raj, Rivonia, firmly on your map.

The interior welcomes with old-fashioned furniture and walls adorned with pictures and mirrors. The covered terrace is ideal for relaxing alfresco taking in the views of the delightful walled garden abundant with lush vegetation. For starters try the Rosette - spinach and mozzarella filled pasta in a creamy sauce) or the Carpaccio in an array of choices such as beef, duck, salmon, baby marrow and smoked beef. Delicious pizzas and gourmet pizzas are on offer including pasta such as spaghetti, tagliatelle, linguine and penne and the traditional gnocci. Specialty dishes tempt with the Trota Della Casa - deboned trout baked in the pizza oven, or the Anetra di Paolo - duck breast flambéed in port and cognac. Villa Paolo is a romantic and intimate dining experience, with an excellent menu brimming with traditional favourites.

This multi Indian cuisine secures a new perspective on dining brimming with simple characteristic flavours of India. The outstanding menu embraces flavours of North India infused with Goan and Hydrabadi delights and a well chosen wine list. A plush dining hall sets the mood with traditional décor and a soothing ambiance that settles the mind before immersing the palate in authentic Indian cuisine.