Pretoria (Tshwane) Restaurants

Delicious traditional recipes with local ingredients and a touch of international flavour is the order of the day at this calming getaway of a dining experience. The layout has been carefully chosen with stylish blue mosaic tiled pillars, terracotta floors, a fireplace and a choice of an indoor or outdoor patio. Paintings adorn the walls and freshly-cut flowers add elegance to each table. The cellar holds up to 1000 bottles of wine so diners may choose the perfect accompaniment for their meal. Superb service, exceptional food and beautiful surroundings will have you returning to Orange Restaurant and Wine Cellar again and again.

This modern establishment proffers award winning steaks and ranges of succulent seafood embracing a local dish philosophy using the finest local ingredients available. Expect generous portions when ordering and dishes such as smoked snoek in phyllo pastry served with moskonfyt for starters or the gemsbok loin served with red wine, mushroom and bacon sauce for mains. Award winning wines are well chosen to compliment your dining experience at Pachas Restaurant and Cherry Room.

This contemporary lounge boasts an informal ambiance that compliments today’s modern lifestyle, inviting relaxation and a fusion of elegant and sophisticated dining. The fusion of flavours from around the globe entices even the most discerning palates to unwind and enjoy the full a la Carte menu and unforgettable dining experience. An extensive wine list, rare whiskeys, cognacs and the finest single malts and blends work effortlessly to round off a memorable dining experience at Pangaea.

Pascali’s Trattoria boasts a fresh and innovative menu and a relaxed setting that welcomes good cooking and relaxation. The menu spoils with various starter recommendations such as pasta frolla al Camembert, enjoyed alongside freshly made homemade breads served with a mouthwatering pate. If something lighter suits your palate, then try the thin-crusted pizzas prepared in the wood-burning oven, or opt for the hearty leg of lamb. There are plenty pastas choices available including popular dishes such as fetuccine alfredo, lasagne al forno, and the gnocchi with gorgonzola or pomodoro sauce. Vegetarians are well catered for with several options such as the panzerotti agli spinacci dressed in a creamy spinach and ricotta cheese filling, or the panzerotti zucca-pumpkin filled pasta. If traditional is more your style, then try the traditional Italian meat dishes such as the rotollo di pollo-phyllo wrapped chicken breast rolled with spinach and feta and served with a berry sauce. The relaxed wine list works well with dishes on offer and the relaxed ambiance make for an ideal lunch or dinner spot.

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.

Located in Waterkloof Heights Prosepa is a sophisticated cool eatery dressed in fresh and inviting décor that make dining at Prosepa one of stylish elegance. The menu focuses on specialist and traditional dishes such as Kleftiko -deboned leg of lamb wrapped in vine leaves and foil stuffed with feta, fresh tomato, herbs and spices and slow roasted in the oven. Enjoy a glass of wine from the Platinum wine list on the cool veranda or curled up next to the crackling winter fire.

Rhapsody’s, Zambezi truly caters for every type of patron and every type of dining resquirement. For fine dining with family and friends, the Supper Club is the place for great food in a warm and relaxed setting. Soft music, warm touches to the beautiful decor and friendly faces make the Supper Club a dining experience to repeat. If you’re after more of a ‘minus the kids’ kind of evening, then After Dark is for you. The after dinner entertainment includes DJs, bands, and exciting product launches in an all-round hip and happening atmosphere. Finally, Lounge provides an exciting new-generation entertainment concept culminating in exquisite wines, fabulous food and an electric ambiance. Rhapsody’s truly provides everything you need, whatever your preference and with a passion you won’t soon forget.

Noted as the exquisite pride of the hotel, diners are pampered with full English and continental breakfasts, high teas, languid lunches and elegant dinners. Dine flanked by amazing views, or alfresco on the immaculately manicured lawns with unrivaled views of Pretoria soaking up the ambiance at Ristorante Grissini.

Perched on top of Waterkloof Ridge, flanked by panoramic views over the diplomatic belt, Ritrovo Restaurant boasts an elegant main dining room and two private dining rooms with a deluxe function room. Dressed in textured wallpaper, stone clad columns and luxuriously leather-dining chairs, the ambiance invites an intimate and stylish dining experience in comfort and style. Leaning towards classic Italian fare with a contemporary slant, dishes remain uncomplicated and stylish, delivered in modern presentation. Using only the freshest seasonal produce the menu inspires seasonal dining and delicious seafood specialties enjoyed alongside an awards and honors for dining at Ritrovo Restaurant.

This family-run restaurant is situated on the Kimiad Golf course, overlooking the first hole, driving range and dam. A relaxing spot for lunch or dinner, Rustica Restaurant entices diners with a la Carte menu proffering delicious and mouth-watering meals from the Mediterranean, Portugal and tasty tapas. Relax with a beer, or dine alfresco on the terrace soaking up the relaxed ambiance at Rustica Restaurant.

Perfect for family outings and social gatherings, Spiced Coffee Restaurant is set upon a 60h rose farm that boasts spectacular views over rose fields. Exuding an old beauty and classic elegance, diners can enjoy the setting alongside languid breakfasts and lunches. The farm offers tractor rides through the rose fields, a lovely boutique and ample playgrounds for the kids to enjoy, complete with a dolls house and fairy tale garden. Sit outside on the massive veranda with a hearty farm breakfast or a aromatic Rosehip Rolled Omelet. Light lunch proffers Thyme and Again Quiche – a tasty leek and rosehip vegetarian quiche. If roses are your thing, then treat yourself and indulge in specialties such as rose milkshakes, rose smoothies, rose teas and coffees, rose waffles, and smooth homemade frozen yoghurt infused with roses. Sweet delights surpass expectations with delicious rose shaped farm baked scones served with rose petal jam or rosehip marmalade, cream, cheese and butter decorated with rose petals. Spiced Coffee Restaurant is a breathtaking experience, ideal for special occasions, social gatherings, high teas and secluded picnics infused with the delightful aroma of roses.

Located in Boardwalk Lakeside, with a lake forming a tranquil backdrop to your table setting, the Steak Inn Grill and Butcher offers a sensational dining experience. Relax over lunch or dinner, dining on the succulent choices from the grill house menu, which offer well priced combinations. The menu satisfies seafood, poultry, steak and even pasta choices, enjoyed with a glass of wine from the superior selection. Enjoy a before or after dinner drink in the informal lounge to complete your dining experience at the Steak-Inn Grill and Butcher.

Nestled on the Kimiad Golf Course, Taste Restaurant and Bar is an intimate and popular choice for local residents and golfers. The interior welcomes a relaxed and stylish ambiance, with walls adorned with original art and a crackling winter fireplace. Summer invites picnics on the lawns shaded by enormous trees and cooler nights beacon the stylish interior or outside terrace overlooking the golf course.

Expect the freshest ingredients, organic where possible and a handpicked selection of fine wines in elegant surroundings. Whether you choose to succumb to the elegant interior or lapse up the lush vegetation alfresco, Blades satisfies your every desire. Start the day with a hearty breakfast on the wooden deck looking out onto the dam, or lull away time over a languid lunch, or gourmet picnic along the waters edge. From fine wines, decadent cheeses and inspiring dishes to fancy high teas, the green lawns and elegant interior transcends an ordinary dinging experience into something extraordinary.

Here fine food, friendly service and value for money make for a memorable dining experience. Nestled in Austin Roberts Bird Sanctuary, diners can select dining on the top deck, flanked by elevated views of the sanctuary, ideal for sundowners. Or relax in the tea garden, wrapped in flowers and greenery, perfect for light meals. The traditional stoep makes ideal place for conversation and languid dining on international cuisine and delicious South African seafood in up market surrounds.

For an authentic Irish experience of a night out, The Brazen Head provides a great ‘craic’. Truly standing out from the crowd, this pub chain provides the genuine article when it comes to hearty Irish food and drink. Upon entering The Brazen Head, you will feel like you have taken a trip to the ‘Emerald Isle’. The food is as authentic as it comes, with traditional Irish and of course, South African options, made with the freshest produce, just as the Irish do. The Irish love to talk while enjoying good food and drink and The Brazen Head understands this. Music is played softly enough that it means there never needs to be any shouting to be heard. So for a great Gaelic time try The Brazen Head in Montana and get into the Irish spirit.

The interior is sophisticated, trendy and vibrant, with ample space, private dining rooms and a comfortable lounge for relaxed drinks. Dishes are prepared using the ‘sous vide’ cooking technique and this is evident from every mouthful exploding with taste and colour. The dishes lean towards familiar flavours of home cooked Durban dishes and the exotic flavours of Indian cuisine.

Relaxing and trendy, all at the same time, The Tings and Times draws inspiration from bohemian roots and the flowing rhythms of eclectic tunes. Homemade dishes and honest food is the order of the day filled with African and Mediterranean flavours such as stir-fried vegetables with cashew and honey mix or lamb strips marinated in garlic, or pitas with a range of fillings. Chill out with an ice-cold beer over a quiet lunch or bustling evening dinner listing to local and international talent strut their stuff at The Tings and Times.

This is the place to chillax, indulge and absorb the world go by. Authentic Lebanese cuisine is prepared and enjoyed the traditional way followed by a traditional Sheesha pipe and decadent baklava.

This Italian oasis nestled in the Main Terminal Building exudes everything you could want from an up market dining experience. The spacious interior is decadent and beautifully presented, with handcrafted cabinets and handsome furniture, and inter-leading rooms soothed by the sounds of a piano player. The award winning wine list compliments the substantial a la carte menu and specials with delights such as pan-fried snails with onions, garlic and tomato salsa, and the Springbok Carpaccio for starters. Pastas are abundant and offer choices such as Cannelloni, beef Bolognese, Spaghetti and Carbonara. Albeit Italian, steak lovers will find the Fillet Alla Gorgonzonla, and the Fillet Della Casa with its creamy peppercorn, mushroom and white wine sauce tantalizing. All meals are prepared fresh, with pastas made by hand and blended with herbs picked from the garden. Indulge in Italian Gelato or ice cream to complete your dining experience.

A tranquil getaway from the chaos of Wonderboom Airport, Villa San Giovanni offers solace in spacious and beautiful surroundings. Superbly presented tables, expertly crafted cabinets presenting all of the finer things in life like whiskies, champagnes and carefully selected wines add to the decadence of your dining experience at Villa San Giovanni. The wines are indeed something that this well-established, family-run restaurant can be proud of, having an impressive selection of both local and imported wines and gaining them a Diners Club 2007 wine award. As well as the wines, Villa San Giovanni also has a superb selection of liqueurs and Grappa. There are even regular whiskey tastings for those who are partial to this particular tipple. The a'la carte menu is full of tantalising dishes but Villa San Giovanni also moves with the times and a regular weekly feature is a specials board with wonderful dishes using ingredients that are in season. An unforgettable time awaits you at Villa San Giovanni so escape the hustle and bustle for a few hours and relax in true Italian style.

Nestled in Menlo Park this cosy and chic eatery boasts a small but tasty menu prepared according to the seasons – which changes monthly. The prices are reasonable and portions are generous, paired with an excellent wine list. For starters try the aubergine and sundried tomato soup with griddle cakes or the potato gnocchi with a creamy smoked salmon and seafood sauce. Main courses offer panfried red snapper spiced with caper and lemon sauce or ostrich fillet in a creamy brandy sauce. To complete your three-course meal, try the famous burnt lemon tart or crème brûlée. Complimented by snappy service and generous portions, Zest Bistro is ideal for lunch or dinner.