Malvern Restaurants

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.

In the trendy suburb of Kensington is The Bell Pepper. A stylish but relaxed restaurant serving an eclectic mix of cuisines in a creatively designed setting.The Bell Pepper cannot be put in a category. The menu combines traditional and modern European with local dishes. There are also a range of specials which change on a regular basis, keeping the options fresh and dynamic, just like the restaurant itself!The exquisite decor creates a wonderfully upmarket yet relaxed ambiance. The style is simple, with stunning adornments such as original artworks, hanging lanterns and warm tones.The Bell Pepper fuses old with new in both style and cuisine to create a superb dining experience.

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.

Relaxed and inviting, Harbour Restaurant oodles with delicious Mediterranean dishes and eastern savoury tapas dishes alongside seafood, pastas and fizzy champagne served on the deck or cosy interior. Comfortable leather sofas cradle relaxation and high standards of exquisite dining provide and interesting ambiance and dimension to dining. Savour tapas, cocktails or a slice of decadently moist cake in soothing and calming surrounds at Harbour Restaurant in Johannesburg.

Inspired from the breathtaking scenery of Santana, this homely island restaurant captures the imagination with the illusion of taste, smell and being on this captivating island. Dramatic murals invite a life like setting of Santana, wrapped around the walls depicting island and coastal scenes. Traditional décor brings to live the sultry summer air and cooling winter ambiance. The menu embraces the highest quality meat, fish and vegetable produce with melt-in-the mouth pleasures such as Breakfast Bruschetta Bread - toasted ciabatta wedges, with toppings of scrambled eggs, bacon or macon, haloumi cheese, tomato and toast to start the day. Enjoy a traditional dish of Souvlaki - beef fillet skewers, marinated in garlic, mint, coriander and lemon juice, served with tzatziki, salsa and pita bread for a hearty meal alongside a glass of local or imported wine. Santana Portuguese Restaurant brings to live the beautiful island setting and delicious cuisine for an unforgettable dining experience.

The tantalising menu secures traditional breakfasts, hearty and sumptuous with mouth-watering light meals, basket selections, delicious pastas and Mediterranean dishes. Enjoy cheesy pizzas, Italian pastas and opulent signature dishes alongside succulent sirloin and tender chicken breasts served with roasted vegetables and unique Nino’s sauces. Visit Nino’s for a supreme dining experience in Bedford Gardens.

With attention to detail and the blend of old and new, Rich Real Grill Bar wraps the palate in fine dining cuisine enhanced by elaborate chandeliers and gold mirror like ceilings. The menu blends elegance and taste with delicious morsels such as fillet on the bone, creamy camembert parcels, Carpaccio with parmesan, rocket and truffle oil and a variety of steaks dressed with a sauce of your choice sizzling and cooked to perfection. Another favoured dish is roasted lamb steak and honey, soy and ginger glazed ribs and voluptuous seafood and pasta dishes. Conclude dining with a decadent chocolate parcel – enrobed, warm and silky Lindt chocolate in a phyllo pastry shell with home-made pecan and praline ice-cream for desert. Rich Real Grill Bar consumes the senses with decadent fine dining cuisine and intimately rich surrounds, for those palates who yearn for supreme attention and elegant cuisine.

The menu explodes with a variety of taste sensations that epitomise the world of Asian cuisine. Merging East with West in a multi-dimensional blend of Asian and Western grills, OYO delights patrons with lip-smacking dining options and a well thought out wine list. The eclectic décor and ambiance embraces Feng Shui rituals that exude a sensual and spiritual tone complimented by a contemporary slant. Enjoy traditional Asian cooking, dynamic and balanced, brimming with spicy, sweet and savoury flavours and Thai/Vietnamese dishes dressed in hot, spicy and delicately subtle flavours. OYO extends a mystical welcome and invites diners to experience a delicious Eastern infusion for an unforgettable dining experience.

Located in Cyrildene Centre, Sai Thai Restaurant lurks hidden charm, dressed in ornate artefacts, good luck charms and vintage photographs of the Royal Family. Rich gold and maroon hues enhance the traditional Thai ambiance complimented by an extensive menu filled with lovely fresh Thai food. The outstanding tom yum goong is thick and flavourful, as is the signature pad Thai and minced pork stir-fry, concluded by decadent creamed coconut and fresh mango for dessert and the freshest juices. Awarded 2 Dine Awards, Top 10 Everyday Restaurants for 2008 and Top 100 Restaurants 2008, Sai Thai needs delivers exceptional Thai cuisine to the wagging palates of Jozi Foodies.

Located amidst the hustle and bustle of Cyrildene, Fisherman’s Plate brightens the dining experience with bright blue walls and dapples of orange fishes wrapped in modest décor. Seafood lovers take delight in unpretentious surrounds and gastronomic seafood fair complimented by a small but average wine list. The menu serves deep-fried salt, garlic prawns, whole fish and famous crab served black pepper, chilli or Malaysian-style coconut milk. Amongst other delights if you taste buds lean towards land, then try the ‘three cup’ sweet chicken and sticky spare ribs. Dine in unpretentious surrounds amidst the contented chatter of satisfied customers at this cosy and welcoming seafood paradise, Fisherman’s Plate.

Olives Bistro exudes European ambiance and tasteful décor that invites diners to curl up and relax in the warm ambiance enjoying a delicious selection of bistro and Mediterranean style cuisine. Intimate and cosy with roaring winter fireplace or alfresco on the open terrace, Olives Bistro enrobes the palate with uncomplicated flavours. Try signature dishes such as the Duck, in a creamy cherry brandy sauce, Lamb Cutlets in lemon & basil marinade, Sole fillet and Shrimp dressed in a saffron mushroom and cream sauce or succulent Ostrich fillet in red wine, wild berry and juniper sauce. Explore the enticing flavours of Moroccan Lamb Curry and Thai Chicken Curry concluded by Lindt Chocolate Orgasm – a phyllo pastry sachet with melted chocolate, served with ice ream & flambé for desert. Olives Bistro is all about enjoying good food, wine and company in a stylish and unpretentious environment that enjoys savouring high standards of quality.

This unique culinary experience transports the palate on a culinary journey using the freshest organic produce available. The a la carte menu oozes fine dining and cuisine prepared from culinary king chef Rico Carlinsky. Savour a variety of dishes indoors or alfresco with views of the pool and seamlessly manicured gardens. Or relax over a light lunch and refreshing cocktail soaking up the views. This esteemed restaurant resides in St Andrews Boutique Signature Hotel and Spa and welcomes diners to a unique culinary experience in magnificent surrounds.

La Rustica is a unique and wonderfully relaxing restaurant with a focus on making diners feel totally at ease for a dining experience that will refresh and rejuvenate. When dining inside is preferable, there are four dining rooms to choose from with three cosy fireplaces and quirky decor adorning the walls. Downstairs is a quaint and inviting cellar which is accessed via an old wrought iron staircase (or the normal kind if the diner prefers). This unique venue is a superb place to dine from the vast and moderately-priced menu, written in English and Italian. No dining experience in South Africa would be complete without superb wine to accompany the fantastic food and La Rustica are well aware of this, providing a great selection for diners to choose from.

With subtle sophistication and an inviting, relaxed ambiance, Allora welcomes you to experience fine dining, Mediterranean style. The pastas are home-made – a great example of how Allora creates a marriage of traditional Italian cooking methods with modern techniques. A vibrant atmosphere with soft decor to put patrons at ease also blends together the best of the old with the best of the new. Allora gets the balance just right with the food, decor and the atmosphere. It presents a distinguished and refined front but with all the warmth and friendliness of a true Italian kitchen ensuring that any pretention is non-existent. Take a memorable culinary journey to the Mediterranean at Allora.

Superb cuisine, entertainment and 5 star dining facilities sets the mood for an authentic African dining experience. The menu embraces ethnic cuisine through the continents of Africa dappled in splashes of burnt orange, mahogany and rustic elegance décor. The multi-million Rand venue completes the experience set amidst lush tropical palms, exotic gardens and mystical tiki lanterns that light the way to culinary delight. The Afrodisiac and Voodoo Lounge seduces the senses with a labyrinth of African aphrodisiacs and highly extensive menu that is sure to indulge the most discerning palates.

A gastronomic journey for the senses, Dio Bacco tends to devoted palates who enjoy good food and wine in an inviting atmosphere. Dine indoors or alfresco on the spacious terrace enrobed in a warm and cheerful ambiance dining on fusion cuisine with classic touches and contemporary twists. Boasting charitable portions, old world waiters and skilfully selected wine, Dio Bacco makes any occasion dining a memorable one.

Appetising and appealing brimming with inspirational signature dishes, diners discover personal attention and a large selection of culinary delights that cater for all occasions. Enjoy an unforgettable dining experience in elegance and style. Inspired by fresh ingredients and contemporary food trends, the dishes remain simple and fresh, yet appetising and inspirational. From fresh continental breakfasts, daily buffets and a la carte dinner menu, delectable dishes grace the palate complimented by a diversity of flavours. Start the day with silky eggs Benedict or a delicious deli style lunch that remain light, healthy and wholesome. Dinner boasts succulent dishes such as the beef fillet and fresh line fish alongside other gourmet delights. 10 2nd Avenue Houghton Estate inspires an unforgettable dining experience that embraces fresh and whole contemporary food trends.

This superb Portuguese restaurant has been running for more than ten years and it’s easy to see why. Offering not only traditional Portuguese dishes, but also more unusual Mozambican cuisine, this friendly restaurant provides a memorable dining experience. Although there is no actual wine list, there is a decent selection of popular South African and Portuguese wines to choose from in a well-placed corner cabinet. The cosy, unpretentious ambience is further enhanced by Mozambican hut murals on the walls. Unique and welcoming, A Palhota provides a truly relaxed dining experience with great food, great service and a great atmosphere.

Bustling with breakfast foodies, hearty luncheons and tantalizing aromas, Alexanders Deli satisfies hungry appetites with their homemade food and welcoming ambiance. Stylish yet rustic, warm and welcoming, diners peruse the deli filled with nutritious food or soak up the start of a new day over a hot cup of coffee and freshly baked pastry. Scattered with wooden furniture dressed in soft browns and oranges and an unpretentious vibe, Alexanders Deli delights with a selection of wholesome dishes. Try the chicken soup and kneidle, divine blintzes, meat and cheese, speciality hot beef on rye and delicious mock-crayfish dressed in mouth-watering sauces for a starter or main meal. The deli boasts plenty traditional Jewish cuisine and tasty favourites like homemade burgers and voluptuous schwarmas. Alexanders Deli warms the palate with tempting delights and bustling ambiance, perfect for kick-starting the day over breakfast or unwinding from a long day.