West End Restaurants

This classy act on the banks of the Vaal River is one of Parys' best-kept secrets, where owners Tommy and Willie will transform your visit into an experience! Friendly and professional service and excellent food from the a la carte-style menu will have you going back. Exceptional steaks and a rare variety of mutton dishes are among the extraordinary dishes that could be expected from their passionate chef. Over the past six years this has become one of Parys’ main attractions and the most popular restaurant destination in town. We also boast a cocktail deck bar on the river, exclusively for over 21s. Our stylish reception hall can accommodate up to 150 guests for a most memorable wedding or function, with an on-site chapel. Come and experience a wave of tranquillity. We are open from Wednesday to Saturday, from 11 am to 10 pm. On Sunday we are open from 11 am to 3 pm.

Art Lovers is an outstanding restaurant and sublime companion to the art gallery in Parys. Their chef, Hugo van Niekerk, trained and qualified as Head Chef at the world renowned "Haute Cabriere" Cellar Restaurant. Hugo delights in tempting visitors with delicious cuisine that is reminiscent of French-African and traditional South African fare at its best. Coupled with one of the finest wine collections, patrons can enjoy an experience of wining and dining which rivals some of the top establishments in the country.

Exuding contemporary sounds and a delicious a la carte menu, Jazz Maniacs Restaurant sets the mood with jazz of yesteryear. The menu brims with township fare and offers breakfast, lunch and dinner infused with classic jazz sounds and colourful cocktail coolers. Start with a Sweet Potato Cuppucino - lightly spiced sweet potato soup topped with foam and crispy sweet potato chips or Grilled Calamari - basted with butter, garlic and lemon herb sauce. The Chicken Caesar salad layered with strips of grilled chicken breast on a bed of lettuce dressed with parmesan cheese, lemon juice, olive oil, egg Worcestershire sauce and crushed black peppercorns and croutons is delicious on its own. For heartier meals try the Karoo Rosemary Garni Lamb Chops - pan-fried Karoo rack of lamb. Served with your choice of pap, rice pilaf or chips concluded with a Double Chocolate Pudding, accompanied by Hot Custard. Enjoy the jazzy ambiance and township fare at Jazz Maniacs Restaurant at The Soweto Hotel in Soweto.

Toadbury Hall delights the senses with country surrounds. Cradled in lush English gardens, flanked by rolling lawns and manicured flower beds, diners enjoy decadent alfresco dining and intimate dinner occasions. Located in the secluded corner of the estate amidst beautiful rose and lavender gardens, Toadbury invites sumptuous breakfasts, informal garden lunches and moonlit dinners complimented by a small and tasty a la carte menu. Relax on the banks of the Crocodile River sampling decadent delights with that special someone with special made to order picnic baskets or dine with the elegant décor on dishes prepared with style and versatility with a special take on fusion cooking. Whether dining in elegant surrounds or nestled in the intimate garden setting, Toadbury Hall secures true comfort and grace with every meal.

Authentic meal orders save the day without the hassle of cooking using the best and freshest ingredients perfect for dinner parties and busy mums with signature dishes such as Souka Maas - spices fused and ground down with succulent pieces of AAA grade beef cubes. Place your orders before 2pm everyday to experience cooking heaven at Tastebudz in Goldman Street.

Boasting traditional Italian meals and a decadent curries infused from the styles and flavours of Durban style curries, diners enjoy a myriad of flavours and culinary creations. Savour the signature dish - Lamb curry, cooked on the bone with a selection of hot, medium or mild curry, served with rice, pickles, papadoum and salad. JJ’s is great for relaxed lunch occasions and dinners, easily located in Beacon Isle, Johannesburg.

Offering truly cross cultural cuisine with delightful French classics as well as South African dishes, Bistro 277 on Main is a great place for even greater food. For the vegetarians, there is a mouth-watering array of salads in both starter and main course sizes as well as other creative and diverse options. With an impressive wine list to round off a superb menu and dining experience, Bistro 277 on Main will be an evening you won’t want to end.

Enjoy delicious and tasty cuisine and a feast for the senses dining on seafood, grills and typical Portuguese dishes. With attention to detail and personal attention, diners relax in tranquil surrounds dining on mouth-watering dishes such as grilled chicken basted in finger linking peri-peri the Mozambican way, or voluptuous grilled prawns, tasty pregos, trinchados, espetadas and popular feijoada. Adeguita Portuguese Restaurant tantalises with mouth-watering tastes and flavours the true Portuguese way in a colonial setting that invites relaxation.

An unpretentious family-run restaurant serving superb Portuguese cuisine, A Churrasqueira boasts an exciting menu with a wide selection of choices. An impressive wine list enhances the experience, with a brilliant selection of both South African and Portuguese wines. The interior is simple and warm, the service excellent and the prices reasonable. All in all, a wonderful place to dine in comfort.

Realistic prices and classic cuisine ensure elected dishes fair well with local palates alongside entry level wines and starters great chorizo, tripe with beans, succulent chicken livers and milho frito. Main satisfies with well rounded grills such as chicken, tender calamari, voluptuous prawns and crayfish. Join this local haunt and discover why this classic eatery has stood the test of time.