Johannesburg Restaurants

Boasting the best breakfasts in town, 2B Cuisine delights light hearted palates with easy dining and delicious dishes. Located in the Epsom Downs Shopping Centre in Bryanston, diners conveniently enjoy kick starting breakfasts such as eggs Benedict, perfectly cooked, languid lunches such as succulent Lamb burgers or sticky palm seared Duck salad alongside gourmet pizzas. The full bakery allows for extra indulgence on home baked cakes or pies and a compact wine list compliments easy going palates at this trendy and airy 2B Cuisine restaurant.

The menu explodes with nourishing choices such as salads, sandwiches, soups and moist bagels, all freshly prepared for a quick, healthy and affordable meal. Enjoy aromatic coffee and decadent breakfasts at this relaxed and trendy restaurant in Sandton.

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

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.

The menu sets the mood for fusion cuisine touched with a flavour of Italian. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinners, diners enjoy the impressive location and staged interior. The lounge boasts a winter fireplace and private dining area combed with wood, travertine, glass and stainless steel interior. The furniture showcases exclusivity and stunning upholstery heightened by a handsome copper extractor hood, glistening from the open plan kitchen. Enjoy a languid breakfast, casual business lunch or intimate dinner in dramatic surrounds at the Kitchen Bar in Sandton.

La Bella Terrasse offers outstanding cuisine wrapped in forest canopy and sweeping views. Distinction dining at its best, this restaurant secured the most sought after location alongside festive delicacies and extensive wine list. The myriad array of delicacies sets the pace for languid dining over breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dine in sweeping surrounds, flanked by forests and backdrop of glittering night skies at La Bella Terrasse in Jan Smuts Avenue, Johannesburg.

Brimming with sweet beauty and quality, and the linger aroma of baked goods that seduce the senses, diners give into this little peace of heaven sampling decadent pastries and languid delights. Boasting seasonal produce and quality ingredients, their philosophy holds true to slow flood enjoyed languidly and sinfully as we devour every mouthful. Conveniently located in Parktown North, pop in Moema’s for your daily dose of pure indulgence.

If healthy, natural and organic fare is your thing, a trip to Red Mango will be a delight. Come and enjoy the frozen yoghurt guilt-free! Natural, no-fat, no-cholesterol and probiotic, these are a must-try. Choose from a variety of fresh seasonal fruit toppings or be refreshed with a delicious natural smoothie.

Brimming with cakes, cupcakes, tarts, deserts and just about anything else that could sway you from your diet, this warm and gorgeous boutique is slice of decadent heaven on a plate. From baked delights to scrumptious meals and sinful desert tastings every month, who needs an excuse to indulge, just pop into Scrumptious: Patisserie and Food Studio when the sugar fairy tempts you.

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.

This hidden jewel, nestled in a magical garden setting, is flanked by character laden architecture, tranquil gardens and soothing water fountains. The décor performs a bold and eclectic mix of emotions, brimming with a collection of vintage birdcages, art deco mirrors and antique Shanghai prints that compliment the elegant crystal chandeliers and unique ambiance. The menu captures a sensational culinary experience. The Birdcage was voted one of South Africa’s top restaurants. Using seasonal ingredients in the wide array of dishes, diners peruse dazzling food choices and decadent cakes with signature high teas taking the ultimate indulgence. Breakfasts wets the appetite with popular eggs Benedict, crunchy Thai salad with papaya and peanut brittle for lunch and melt in the middle hot chocolate pudding topped off by an aromatic ‘Bean There’ fair trade coffee. Weekend celebrates festive harvest tables brimming with salads, pastas, tarts, cakes and languid afternoons indulging in signature high teas. The Birdcage is tucked away under towering trees; a stones throw from the bustling suburb of Jan Smuts on the corner of Cotswold Drive, Johannesburg.

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.

Located in the peaceful surroundings of Norscot Manor, The Secret Garden Restaurant really lives up to its name. Offering a haven away from the busy shops and crowds, The Secret Garden is a superb place for family meals, hearty Sunday lunches or relaxing afternoon teas. A terrace providing gorgeous views of lush lawns bestows a real sense of calm on patrons who really want to escape the rat race of life in busy and bustling Joburg. Kids will be in their element with a dedicated play area and an expertly designed childrens menu for when they’ve built up a healthy appetite from playing soccer and jumping on the inflatable castle. The epitome of escapism and tranquillity, a visit to The Secret Garden will leave you feeling relaxed, refreshed and ready to face the world again.

Throbbing Strawberry entices with an unusual and innovative approach to dining, exuding a café style feel brimming with organic, fresh and simple food. Diners are welcomed by a comfortable ambiance that invites relaxation and easy dining in a warm and sublime setting. Enjoy a glass of red wine curled up next to a roaring fireplace or soak up the suns ray lounging on the comfy wicker chairs. Three dining areas allow discerning choice with alfresco dining available in warmer months on the welcoming patio. The interior oozes vibrant, deep red palates and three fireplaces that invite warmth and comfort. The cuisine speaks Italian and deliciousness offering variety and flavour to diners. Take delight in original pizzas such as Pizza Parma, Seared beef, Pizza Melanzana or Calzone pizza brimming with gourmet delights. Pastas range from delicious Alfie with porcini mushrooms and pancetta, to the hearty fettuccini layered with chicken with orange slices and the delectable Quattro Formaggio, ultra decadent. Meat dishes seduce with succulent Lamb cutlets and desert transcends with a crispy, crackling, moist Crème Brulée topped by an aromatic Espresso, strong and hot. Throbbing Strawberry satisfies every inch of desire with gastronomic delights and sublime surrounds, perfect for indulging any occasion.