Parkview Restaurants

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.

Parker’s Grill, come as you are, welcomes with smiling faces and familiar smiles that sets the mood for a peaceful intimate dinner at reasonable prices. The menu brims with a variety of European dishes, many of which hold a loyal following. From Eisbeins with saukraut, to mixed sausage platters, Kassler Rib and oxtail, Parker’s Grill knows how to satisfy with international flavours. Starters entice with half-dozen snails saturated in cheesy garlic and butter sauce, grilled calamari, springbok Carpaccio and mussels. Or try the thick green pea soup with pork. The giant blackboard proudly displays delicious specials such as grilled Canadian salmon, warthog shank with paprika sauce and red cabbage and osso bucco. The extensive menu delights with pizza and pasta dishes and surprisingly popular Indian creations such as Chicken Korma, breyani and enticing selections of fish, poultry and meat creations. Dessert tempts with chacha pudding sinfully layered with peppermint crisp biscuit, caramel and whipped cream or a traditional Apfelstrudel decorated with a dollop of cream or ice cream. Enjoy a glass of wine from the extensive wine list alongside a delicious meal and warm hospitality at Parker’s Grill.

Turn ‘n Tender lives up to promise of great love, food and warmth and thrives satisfying diners with red meat specialties. Signature dishes hit the spot with patrons as do the great selection of combos. Enjoy starter recommendations such as Goulash Soup, Marrow Bones on toast, or the Steak, Rocket and Feta Salad – cubes of beef on a bed of greens in a balsamic and red wine reduction. Meat lovers indulge in dry Pepper Point Rump (300g) or Steak Hit Parade - a 300g fillet topped with a rich and creamy sauce. Savour these delicious meals in modern surrounds or alfresco at Turn ‘n Tender in Parktown North.

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.

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.

The décor whispers white – white linens, chairs and walls with a sundrenched deck and wide array of cocktails to set the tone for the perfect start to the evening. Enjoy exclusive ambiance and delightful Spanish delights at Fino Bar and Restaurant in Parktown North.

A decadent restaurant taking influence from the last King of France and his flamboyant Queen, Louis XVI proffers exquisite French food. Dine in 18th Century Paris with extravagant and intriguing decor. Beautiful paintings from this poignant era in French history adorn the walls, as do huge gold-framed mirrors and rich velvet drapes. Low hanging chandeliers and beautifully detailed Persian carpets add the finishing touches to this opulent setting. Take a step back in time and experience some 18th Century French luxury.

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.

This chic and comfortable establishment wets yearning appetites with a tapestry of colours and flavours, freshly prepared and served with a twist. Diners peruse a feast of colours, buffet style enrobed in comfortable surrounds for a fresh take on dining in casual surrounds at The Rosebank Hotel.

For tender, melt-in-the-mouth steaks, aged to perfection and perfectly grilled, The Butcher Block is the place to be.A relaxed and casual ambience enhances a superb dining experience. The Butcher Block takes the utmost pride in providing the most flavoursome streaks of the highest quality. The meat is supplied by one of South Africa’s best suppliers and strictly grade AAA cuts are used.For those who don’t fancy red meat, there are chicken, fish and vegetarian options. Every taste and need is catered for.The wine cellar, which diners may visit, is carefully temperature-controlled and full of superb bottles from top South African wine estates.For superb steaks and wonderful wine, The Butcher Block excels!

For truly authentic Thai food from one of the most original Thai restaurants in South Africa, try Cranks.Having built a solid reputation over many successful years, Cranks Thai House of Blues proffers the finest in Thai food as well as choice offerings from Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine. A good wine list has had a loyal following dropping by regularly to just sip and relax.The decor is vibrant with luminous paintings adorning the walls and even, rather randomly, suspended Ken and Barbie dolls!A truly authentic dining experience awaits you at Cranks Thai House of Blues.

For sumptuous seafood and superb sushi, try Tsunami, Rosebank. An extensive menu featuring live rock lobster, live oysters and fresh linefish ensures that every patron will be spoilt for choice. The dedicated and knowledgeable staff will happily offer advice to help you select the right meal for what you fancy. For truly satisfying seafood, Tsunami excels.

With superb deli offerings care of New York and London, George’s on Fourth provides a unique dining experience with sophisticated decor in a relaxed deli environment. An exciting international menu offering interesting dishes made with creative touches here and there provides a superb selection. Try a full three course dinner, a lunchtime snack or a quick cup of coffee on the go. A wonderful dining experience awaits you at George’s on Fourth.

This is the place to be seen where wholesome meals brim with nutrients and a kaleidoscope of colours tempt the palate. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner dining on food that is safe, lovingly prepared and created with integrity and care for our planet. Delicious and exciting, the menu offers endless variety to diners who enjoy healthy choices and good nutrition complimented by fresh and healthy juices. The Greenside Café, nestled in the heart of Greenside, sets the trend as an exciting alternative to dining and hums with vegetarian and vegan popularity.

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.

Kuzina boasts a famous Greek chef – Yiannis Baxevanis, whose creativity and authentic style spill out onto decadent dishes and mouth-watering aromas. With focus on quality and authenticity, Kuzina embraces exotic international dishes in a warm and welcoming room, typical of Greek family traditions, where families come together around good food and festive celebration. Visit Kuzina and discover true Greek aromas and famous hospitality in Rosebank, Johannesburg.

After extensive refurbishment, the Monarch Hotel now welcomes guests by reservation. Transformed from the old Saxonwold Post Office, the hotel places itself at the forefront of personalized hospitality. The dining room offers lunches and dinners as a seven course tasting menu or ala-carte whilst the bar offers cocktails and a selection of choice morsels. Menus are amended regularly in keeping with seasonal produce and Executive Chef Keith Frisley’s fancies. Not catering to fussy foodies only, the menu also includeshomely favourites. Ditto for the wine list, very drinkable but also featuringsome rare finds. The Monarch Hotel has twisted it’s stuffy old world charm by introducing contemporary South African artworks into fancy period like interiors and DJ Damian Armstrong is credited with creating upbeat playlists. No Mozart Sonatas here!Security is paramount, dressed tongue in cheek as the part in an African dictator fashion. Park at the secure 2nd level basement parking in Baker Square, be escourted to the main entrance and don’t look back.With a touch of hedonism and a bit of madness, the Monarch Hotel succeeds in adding personality to their hotel experience.

Located in the trendy suburb of Greenside, boasting a fresh new look, Bite entices with firm favourites and new tastes blended into the exciting new menu. Try the seared tuna on wasabi mash and salsa verde, or the line fish steamed in lemongrass, garlic and herbs followed by unique deserts that excite and conclude the dining experience. Enjoy champagne by the glass or peruse the extensive wine list to complimenting wines to your meal. Consistent standards ensure this establishment retains a loyal following and sets the mood for a memorable dining experience.

An unassuming sandwich/Italian deli-style restaurant, Bottega has grown in popularity since its opening and the trend looks to continue. And it doesn't end at the food, Bottega boasts an extensive wine list as well as a range of whiskies and cigars. The service is friendly and attentive without being intrusive and the decor is charismatic to suit the ambiance. Bottega ticks all the boxes when it comes to a truly satisying dining experience.

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.