Meadowhurst Restaurants

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Dine in decadence in this truly glamorous and intriguing two-level restaurant. The moment you enter Kong Roast you will understand what a difference to a dining experience the decor and layout can make. The cuisine suits the warm decor – comfort food borne of a fusion between East and West is the order of the day. The bar area is luxurious and decadent with a sleek ambiance created by stylish purple lighting, a long black leather couch, cocktails, and striking white leather bar stools. Take a walk to the opposite side for a dramtically different setting of purples and blacks. A throw back to Asian history, life-sized and grand-looking terracotta warriors stand in place watching over the diners. So for whatever you feel like, there is an area to suit at Kong Roast.

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.

Sophisticated relaxation is the name of game at Outer Limits. Fine dining in luxurious surroundings, tapas and light snacks on the airy patio or a brandy by the fireplace in the large cosy lounge are all on offer at this trendy spot. The management clearly know what they are doing, as well they should, having varied and prolific backgrounds from all areas of the restaurant industry. Outer Limits makes the most of every aspect of dining, with thoughtful decor, superb menus, delicious food and a wide range of beverages, providing you with what you need, whatever your mood.

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.

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.

Excellent Greek food in elegant surroundings will provide a superb evening out for any occasion at Mythos. Highly stylised Mediterranean decor greets you warmly as you walk into this Greek getaway. Blues and greens mimic the beautiful waters of the ocean while cushions and ornaments perfectly balance the white walls and furniture. An eye-catching centrepiece of coloured glass bottles creates a magnificent feature of the bar. You can dine inside or out, with a spacious and breezy interior dining area or a central courtyard. The menu proffers delicious traditional Greek food, sumptuous Meze platters, and for those with a sweet tooth, Baklava. Wine lovers have a wonderful choice as do those who enjoy that classic Greek tipple, Ouzo. A culinary journey to the Mediterranean awaits you at Mythos.

Fantastic seafood and sushi await you at this serene and sophisticated spot in the Design Quarter, Fourways.Beautifully presented sushi of the highest quality, made by expert Sushi chefs and using the freshest fish is the primary draw, but this versatile restaurant ensures that it caters for all tastes and tend to all requirements. There are salads, tapas and platters on the extensive and carefully designed menu.The elegant decor is inspired by Japan and as a result, the ambiance is tranquil and calming. Light and dark wood, soft browns and green as well as touches of white and lime green create a beautiful surrounding in which to enjoy superb sushi.A wonderful wine list provides the finishing touch for a brilliant dining experience.

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.

Dine alfresco on the terrace, decks or within the beautiful grounds of St Stithians College. This funky restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinners with an exciting selection of a la carte meals, daily specials and international flavour all prepared fresh and seasonal. Visit Higher Ground Restaurant for a global and culinary experience in relaxed ambiance and breathtaking surrounds.

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.

Offering great variety and quality, Billy G looks upon the bustling casino floor of Monte Casino and honours with the freshest prepared ingredient and dishes that change on a daily basis. Boasting Mediterranean, African and Asian in the form of vegetarian delicacies, curries, pasta, mouth-watering salads and top quality meat, Billy G seduces with a buffet heaven and diversity of flavours. Honour the lifelong contributions of SA cuisine for lunch or dinner at this food lover’s paradise in Fourways, Monte Casino

The exotic menu pleases with classic dishes that are both balanced and satisfying, catering for meat lovers in French fine dining style. Signature dishes such as the braised duckling off the bone, with a creamy green peppercorn sauce, flamed in gin and garnished with lychees in melt-in-the-mouth pleasure along with the mango and prawn hors d’ oeuvre dressed in a light curry mayonnaise. Dine to flickering candlelight in secluded privacy in private nooks and crannies enjoying classic dishes and daily specials at the beautiful Tudor style Coachman’s Inn.

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.

A truly original concept, Kyoto @ Tokyo Sky is a modern Japanese restaurant brimming with tradition as well as contemporary Japanese cuisine. With fantastic views of the Northern countryside, Kyoto @ Tokyo Sky truly reflects the real Kyoto in Japan, which offers a more tranquil surrounding compared to the hustle and bustle of Tokyo City. Kyoto @ Tokyo Sky is located on the top floor of Fourways Shopping Centre, a wonderfully scenic location to enjoy inspiring food or sip a delightful cocktail.

The décor captures the mood with ornate arched windows, warm earthy tones and colourful murals flanked by a large wine display. La Campagnola warms the palate with delicious Italian cuisine and an a la carte menu that boasts delightful starters, salads and pastas. Starter recommendations include the pan-fried calf brains with brandy and cream, and the smoked salmon carpaccio. Salads and pastas offer substantial choices with an array of vegetarian options such as the penne Campagnola with cashew nuts, mushrooms and ricotta cheese. Main course specialities include a tender rack of Lamb, veal escalopes with asparagus, and a superb beef fillet, served only upon the whim of what is seasonal. Dine within the warm surrounds or alfresco on the pleasant terrace wrapped in shrubs and trees, perfect for balmy summers. La Campagnola satisfies with delightful Italian delicacies that demand many return visits, so booking is essential.