Pretoria (Tshwane) Restaurants

Nestled in a leafy suburb 18th Av Bakery Café invites an adventurous approach to dining with an unusual menu brimming with unusual selections. Tasty creations inspired by eclectic creativity come in generous portions, gourmet sandwiches overflow with delicious fillings and hearty farm bread makes for a unique dining experience. The wine list is small, enjoyed on the cool stoep, relaxing in light conversation and bistro ambiance at 18th Av Bakery Café.

Exuding a designer ambiance and electric collection of works from young designers and photographers, 27th Café is a trendy hotspot on South Street. The menu proffers light meals in a relaxed setting, with great cappucinos and delicious Turkish Strawberry smoothies. Try the gorgonzola and pear croissant or dig into the chicken, sun-dried tomatoes and olive version, for heartier appetites try the three mini burgers in ham, cheese and a plain burger. The low prices make this place very attractive, considering the trendy ambiance and additional gallery.

Charming and bright, this warm and friendly establishment provides the perfect setting for unwinding and dining. Enjoy morsels of delight such as onion soup loaded with fresh thyme, rump strips and salads straight out of the garden dressed in buttermilk and Parmesan dressing. Savour this with an oven hot seed loaf and beef fillet sushi dusted with oregano, Parmesan, orange zest and a splash of raspberry vinegar. Unwind and absorb the contented chatter over breakfast or lunch at Aquila Corner in Queenswood.

Located in Greenlyn Village this unique eatery offers a superb atmosphere bustling around South African delights and hearty pub cuisine. The menu leans towards more traditional dishes, which can be enjoyed indoors or alfresco on the spacious covered front stoep. The interior embraces a bygone era dressed in corrugated iron, Oregon doors, wooden flooring and aged metal pillars. Pay homage to South African cuisine at Boer’geoisie.

Located along George Storrar Drive, tucked away in a cosy and small interior, Collectables at Zafferano brims with unspoilt delights and a tantalising selection of dishes. From gourmet sandwiches, breakfast specialities, high teas to traditional Italian favourites, every mouthful at Collectables will leave you wanting more.

The menu boasts originality, freshness and refined sense – food with attitude. The menu changes according to what is seasonal and is a contemporary fusion of flavours. Discover a true African experience in sophisticated elegance at Create Restaurant.

Nestled in the Waterkloof Gold Estate, De Kloof Restaurant offers something for everyone. With produce sourced from the best suppliers, and weekly menu changes to reflect what is available and in season, diners are ensured of a fresh, tasty and memorable dining experience. The stoep invites languid sundowners with views of Gauteng, while the dining room pampers the mood with romance in a mix of old and new discoveries. De Kloof Restaurant is in partnership with the SASSI initiative and makes an ideal location for brunch, lunch or dinner.

Ed’s Diner in Woodhill brings the 50’s ambiance in vibrant colours, cosy booths and blaring jukeboxes reminiscent of the era of burgers. Fresh homemade dishes embrace this classic era, with handmade chips, patties, sauces and toppings enjoyed in an electric vibe. Choose from 29 variations, and a 250 or 500g patties, grilled to perfection, topped with tasty sauces and classic toppings – noted as the best burgers in the country. Disover real burgers and classic American ambiance at Ed’s Diner in Woodhill.

Located in Waterkloof Heights Shopping Centre, Gameal’s Cedar Café is all about beautiful food and a cosy welcoming setting. The quaint café exudes an air of nostalgia, dressed in childhood memories. The menu will leave you coming back for more, offering traditional dishes such as a Lebanese breakfast served with fried eggs on warm pita bread, sprinkled with herbs and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Succulent olives wet the appetite for indulgence. Tasty mouthfuls of tapas filled with Middle Eastern delights such as Tabbouleh, Baba Ganouj and lentils with rice, served with tomato salad and mint and garlic dressing. Discover true Lebanese dishes in a cosy and warm setting at Gameal’s Cedar Café.

The menu focuses on fresh organic produce, sourced from local farmers and award winning wine pairing. Meals are innovative and interesting, with delectable 5-course Sunday lunches and 6-course intimate gourmet packages on offer. Ideal for intimate social occasions or private functions – hosted in the wine cellar, Granita Signature Dining is an exquisite dining experience.

Located in the heart of Brooklyn, IL Bar Italiano is a friendly and relaxed eatery, beautifully decorated, with emphasis on fresh ingredients and quality cooking. The menu has an authentic Italian feel, with varied selections and diverse wine choices. For decadent food and fine wine, dine at Il Bar Italiano in Groenkloof.

Located 45 min from Sandton, Kingsley’s Restaurant is a stylish and elegant restaurant nestled in the award-winning Klevits Kroon Country Retreat. Here you can sample the finest local dishes, prepared using the finest local ingredients for a fusion of flavours that will leave you wanting more. Named after Mary Kingsley – the 19th Centaury explorer, Kingsley’s Restaurant will transport the palate on a culinary journey through exotic African flavours. Experience a five star culinary safari at Kingsley’s Restaurant.

The menu showcases cuisine from unrivalled Japanese chefs with tastes that suit all palates. Diners start with a choice of thinly sliced Sashimi of Salmon - with ginger, chives and toasted sesame seeds marinated in garlic and ponzu lightly seared in hot olive oil for starters. Mains delights with Sesamed Crusted Seared Tuna with Marinated Dim Hoi Sim Sauce - served on ponzu flavoured wok seared greens and topped with sweet potato crisps or side order of Wasabi Mash. Other dishes such as the Create your own noodle dish and Sushi platters compliment the dining experience concluded by Chocolate and Banana Spring Rolls - Served with a white chocolate dipping sauce. Koi Restaurant and Sushi boasts a refined teahouse with specialty teas served in unique handmade Japanese cast iron teapots compliments the end of a meal or lunch. Enjoy contemporary Asian cuisine and welcoming atmosphere at Koi Restaurant and Sushi.

A stylishly decadent dining experience awaits you at Kream. Specialities such as venision, scallops and even frogs legs are a must-try! The extensive wine list ensures that the perfect bottle to go with your meal will always be available and for after your meal, there is a wonderful selection of whiskeys and cognacs. With impeccable service added to the mix, you can be assured of a stylishly luxurious dining experience.

The tranquil setting invites leisurely breakfasts and languid lunches overlooking the beautiful gardens, shaded by trees and the distinct aroma of Lavender bushes. Olive Trees and a miniature vineyard complete the picture enjoyed alongside the Mediterranean menu boasting unusual combinations. Dapple in Eastern specialties, freshly baked croissants or mouthwatering patisseries sipping an authentic Italian cappuccino. Discover this hidden gem in the suburbs for a taste of French bistro in relaxed surrounds.

Set in the tranquil suburb of Brooklyn, with indoor and outdoor seating available, diners can immerse the palate in authentic Indian food filled with flavour and colour. The menu embraces all that is Indian, from delectable curries to breyanis, rotis, rolls and shwarmas to the fabulous bunny chows. Bunny chows come in an assortment of lamb, chicken, and vegetable choices and promise a strong Durban Indian influence. Alongside typical meat dishes, vegetarians are always taken care of with a wide range of vegetarian dishes. For those not into Indian food, opt for the grills specialties.

The serene, tranquil and exotic flavours of Thailand await you at Lotus Thai. Elegant interiors dressed in Bamboo wall coverings and decorative fabrics add an air of elegance to the tranquil ambiance. Traditional Thai food prepared by authentic Thai chefs brim with delicate flavours and aromas. Lotus Thai is a fine Thai dining experience in the heart of Faerie Glen.

Housed inside a renovated 1908 house, surrounded by water, gardens, waterfalls and tranquility is a place you can kick back relax, and indulge in fusion cuisine. Here real food is the order of the day, made from scratch using traditional French techniques with an African twist and some delicate Eastern flavours. Although typically South African cuisine, there is nothing typical about dining at Lucit, using only the freshest ingredients, the menu changes regularly to enjoy only what is available and seasonal at the time. Expect freshly baked breads, homemade pastas, tasty side dishes and salads alongside mains such as delicate prawn and saffron timbale, juicy steaks and gourmet burger and chips. The enchanted garden, infused with water features, caves and fairy lights make for a romantic and intimate setting for dinner, while winter warms the senses with roaring fireplaces that invite curled up cosines and a good glass of red wine.

Everyday is a special occasion dining at Moo Moo, fine food and fine wine is the order of everyday and everyday is a special occasion. Thoughtfully selected décor and lighthearted humour adds an air of uniqueness to this establishment. The perfect indulgence for meat and wine lovers, complimented by a wine tour of the wall, where you can pick and choose what wets your appetite, pop the cork and enjoy it with your meal.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.