World Restaurants

The décor showcases handpicked furniture, mismatched pre-owned art and quirky unique ambiance popular with local trendsetters. The open plan kitchen bustles with creative dishes, decadent cakes and pastries and sumptuous eclectic cuisine. Serving light meals and classic fare, the ever-changing menu is perfect for quick breakfasts, coffee and paper diners and lazy lunches.

Located on Grootwater Farm, !Khwa ttu Restaurant entices with lighty, hearty and creative dishes picked fresh from the garden and baked fresh from the oven. Housed in a 40 seater restored original farmhouse, perched on the hills, diners enjoy dining with a view and cooling tea garden complimented by famous vineyard wines. The menu focuses on fresh products, homemade breads and decadent cakes. Weekends beacon 3-course meals and imaginative deserts. Enjoy culinary creations from resident Swiss chef and a menu filled with hearty creativity at !Khwa ttu Restaurant in Darling.

This chic and stylish restaurant intoxicates local and international foodies with upmarket cuisine in a relaxed and social environment. Housed inside the renowned Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel in the heart of Sandton, diners peruse the menu laced with exciting combinations fresh yet uncomplicated. The speciality Lobster cappuccino immerses the palate in taste explosions while the hanger steak satisfies with full bodied flavour boasting popularity as the new up and coming cut of beef. The menu delivers a gastronomic journey staring with green asparagus sabayon, cepe mushroom and sundried tomato salsa for starter. The popular hanger steak from the grill weighs in at 260gr dressed in a variety of sauces, of which the cracked black pepper sauce with brandy and thyme hits the spot. Enjoy with a serving of French fries dusted with seasoning salt and cocotte of seasonal vegetables. Desert calls for a chocolate Southern Comfort mousse flanked with wild berry ice cream and crème de cassis coulis. (Central One) Restaurant and Bar indulges with sophisticated and electric dining in the Radisson Blue Hotel at the corner of Rivonia Road & West Street in Sandton.

@ 3Fig is a private dinner club set in the residence of an up market guesthouse in Newlands. The interior and delectable four-course dinner sets the stage for a night of indulgence, conversation and personal attention. Arrive between 19h15 and 19h45 for drinks and canapés before the evening commences with great food and fine wine. As gourmet chef Neill Anthony takes the helm (flamboyantly showing his skills attained working in the kitchen of Gordon Ramsay) wander through the kitchen and watch the magic unfold. The weekly menu is complimented by wine pairing expert David Wibberley (The founder of borde (aux) room) allowing each dish to perfectly compliment each glass of wine. Summer evenings embrace dining alfresco on the covered patio and cooler nights seek warmth in the cosy library.

Serving hearty dishes with style and passion, brimming with personal touch in every dish - food that looks good and tastes amazing. Scrumptious steaks, homemade pastas, fresh salads, seafood, specialties and desserts, not to mention delicious cocktails. Enjoy your 1 On Main Experience!

Enjoy delicious breakfasts, lunches and dinners in intimate surrounds or alfresco in the private courtyard. This home away from home lingers with the aroma of freshly baked bread and old world charm. Enjoy freshly baked scones and cakes baked daily at 137 High Street in Grahamstown.

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.

Oozing sophistication and simplicity, 27 Saint Louis satisfies sophisticated palates with simple yet refined cuisine. Leaning towards European gastronomy, diners enjoy a harmonious blend of flavours. The menu serves a gastronomic bistro menu complimenting the authentic atmosphere and serenity. Indulge in the warmth and simplicity of 27 Saint Louis in Port Louis, Mauritius.

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.

Experience the warmth of a traditional Bistro with a modern, upmarket twist at 3 Chefs Bistro.Delectable dishes and impeccable hospitality await you at this popular first floor venue. The large curved glass windows allow for views over the hustle and bustle of lively Gateway and Umhlanga Ridge.Modern furnishings and designs contrast perfectly with classical music and create a unique ambience, putting diners completely at ease. This is further enhanced by the flawless service from a dedicated team on the restaurant floor and behind the scenes.The food is exquisite, with many options that come in a trio to pay homage to the three chefs of its namesake.Superb cuisine, warm service and an all round great time await you at 3 Chefs Bistro.

Housed in a 115 year historic house, in the historical precinct of Modderfontein, this heart warming country retreat invites cosy family get-togethers, intimate dinners and languid lunches. Dine alfresco soaking up the lush park like gardens or appreciate the beauty of nature shaded by an old oak tree. Benches and umbrellas welcome relaxed outdoor lunches. The dining room is perfect for old fashioned intimacy as is the enclosed veranda for those who enjoy a little more privacy. Ideal for families, lovers and friends, dining at 33 High Street creates a memorable experience.

Casual and laidback, Knysna's bustling food emporium claims that it's "not exactly a restaurant, not exactly a bar, definitely not a deli... well, not exactly a deli... it’s an eating place, a drinking place and definitely a meeting place". Well, it's a good place to be if you enjoy fresh seafood and fancy a bit of shopping. 34 South is also "a gift shop, a clothing emporium, a food store, a fish monger and a bakery, too. And the finest wine shop this side of the grape curtain!" Start with a platter of freshly shucked wild coastal oysters still tasting of salt and sea. Tuck into calamari (tubes, heads and steaks) and mussels (in and out the shell) done in many ways - in vinaigrette, masala, with peri-peri or with wine and garlic. The herring comes six ways, the fish pates four and the mezze too many ways to mention. Traditional Greek, Spanish and Portuguese themes run through an eclectic menu that highlights Mediterranean flavours - with chicken, ostrich and vegetarian options for diners averse to seafood. With tastebuds still tingling from oysters and bubbly, the mains are sure to tantalise. Signature dishes tempt with fresh linefish brought in through the Knysna heads, east-coast sole, linefish espetada, Portuguese sardines, jambalaya and seafood paella.

Casual and laidback, 34 Degrees South has latitude. Start with a platter of freshly shucked wild coastal oysters still tasting of salt and sea. Tuck into calamari and mussels done in many ways – in vinaigrette, masala, with peri-peri or with wine and garlic. The herring comes six ways, the fish pates four and the mezze too many ways to mention. Traditional Greek, Spanish and Portuguese themes run through an eclectic menu that highlights Mediterranean flavours – with chicken, ostrich and vegetarian options for diners averse to seafood. With tastebuds still tingling from oysters and bubbly, the mains are sure to tantalise. Signature dishes tempt with fresh line fish brought in through the Knysna Heads, east-coast sole, linefish espetada, Portuguese sardines, jambalaya and seafood paella.

Serving breakfast or lunch options, 35 on Rose makes an ideal location for intimate or alfresco dining. The interior leans towards sophisticated elegance while the terrace offers abundant alfresco seating on the sheltered courtyard soothed by a tranquil water feature. The a la carte menu offers breakfast choices ranging from smoked salmon and scrambled eggs to the more traditional breakfast. Lunch options proffer gourmet sandwiches ranging from pannini, tramezzini or foccacia layered with salami, mozzarella and pesto for a real Italian sandwich, or try the Cape Malay. Wood burning pizzas prove very popular with various toppings such as chicken, brie, cranberry and avocado which come highly recommended. Heartier dishes such as the veal dishes exude Italian specialty as does the grilled baby beef with porcini mushrooms, Cajun fresh line fish, tender lamb shank, or crumbled veal chops. For starters try the seafood soup or the deep-fried boccinci with sun-dried tomato tapenade. Genuine Italian desserts come in the form of Italian chocolate brownie made with Italian panettone cake and served with expresso ice cream.

Everything from good food to the love of art beacons those who visit 38 Special in City Bowl. Housed in one of the oldest building in the CBD, diners enjoy the laid back and relaxed setting savouring culinary masterpieces and exploring resident artwork on display. The character still exudes and holds true boasting original facades and wooden flooring, lovingly decorated to compliment the international menu. 38 Special holds something special for those who visit, a truly memorable dining experience.

40 Cork Road is a great lunch spot with pleasant outdoor seating and a local arts and crafts store. The menu boasts plenty choice, from delicious ½ roasted chickens to tasty vegetable dishes and salads. Enjoy coffees and light meals, even healthy options for the health conscious at 40 Cork Road.

The atmosphere exudes peacefulness flanked by dramatic cliffs and trickling streams. Savour a memorable 4-course dinner or hearty breakfasts to kick start the day. Lunches revitalise with light and fulfilling selections. This family owned restaurant prides itself on personalised service and is renowned as one of the fine dining experiences in Waterval. Enjoy a meal in intimate surrounds or alfresco in the tea garden. If a languid lunch calls for some sporting time, then bask in the sports pub filling up on pub grub. 5 Owls Restaurant welcomes families and invites relaxation in beautiful surrounds at BergWater Lodge, Waterval.

Once upon a time, long long ago, there was a beautiful Victorian house in a small, romantic little town. It was situated at number 5 Ryneveld Street - a place we now call home. When conceptualizing our new restaurant, we became aware of the special qualities of the number five. Five is the number of harmony and balance. Five is the number of perfection. Five is the number of senses in the human body - touch, taste, smell, hearing and sight. Five is the number of basic tastes - sweet, sour, salt, bitter and umami. Our restaurant comprises five rooms namely the dining room, study, library, bedroom and radio lounge. We welcome you to 5 Ryneveld, where we will provide you with an exciting dining experience, stimulating your five senses by exploring the five basic tastes. 5 Ryneveld is a cute and quirky meeting place for those embracing a playful and sophisticated atmosphere. It will be shaped by the friends, family and other warm-hearted people who meet, eat and play there. Welcome home...welcome to 5 Ryneveld.

Set deep in the stunning countryside of Helderberg is 96 Winery Road. The main menu is updated four times a year, while the seasonal menu changes much more frequently, nearly every day. A very impressive wine list, comprising around 250 wines leave diners truly spoilt for choice.

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.

A Fu Asian Take-Away brings a true Eastern flavour to the V & A Waterfront. This small outlet is owner-run and, as with most little gems like this, plenty of flavour and passion is put into the cuisine. Enjoy traditional Chinese favourites like chow mein, chop suey, sweet and sour chicken, beef and pork or, as a lighter alternative, a delectable Chinese soup. For those with more adventurous taste buds, try the smoky chilli-beef noodles with peanuts. The food is traditional, flavourful, and very affordable and if you are looking for a quick, hassle-free takeaway that does not lack in the quality department, be sure to give A Fu a try.

This superb Portuguese restaurant has been running for more than ten years and it’s easy to see why. Offering not only traditional Portuguese dishes, but also more unusual Mozambican cuisine, this friendly restaurant provides a memorable dining experience. Although there is no actual wine list, there is a decent selection of popular South African and Portuguese wines to choose from in a well-placed corner cabinet. The cosy, unpretentious ambience is further enhanced by Mozambican hut murals on the walls. Unique and welcoming, A Palhota provides a truly relaxed dining experience with great food, great service and a great atmosphere.

Grab your friends and head straight to A Touch of Madness for a tasty meal and a great bottle of wine. This unique restaurant in 'Obs' offers a blend of South African Fusion with a little madness. It caters for most tastes with falafal dinners and filled butternuts to delicious beef and venison steaks. On Monday evenings you can listen to Off The Wall poetry readings from 8pm. Thursday nights are Irish music sessions from 9pm and every alternate Sunday night at 8pm you can hear the tunes of Blacksmith, a Bluegrass band. Open 7 days a week from 12 noon until late (Monday to Saturday) and 5pm until late on Sunday.

This vibrant Afro setting invites a welcoming African hospitality infused with tastes from around the globe enrobed in ethic murals and plush seating. With over 100 dishes from Africa, Middle East and Asia to choose from including a large selection of starters and salads, diners can immerse the palate in global cuisine with tantalising creations of oxtail, samp and beans, stir-fries, Moroccan pitas and traditional Durban curries. Boasting over 12 different ice creams and array of cold deserts, A2A is a culinary dream garnished with seven island buffet stations including a complimentary bottomless soda fountain to cool off the palate. This delicious buffet feast embraces a fresh and quality approach to dining with exceptional value for money for the whole family.

Perched at the foothills of the mysterious Soutpansberg Mountains, Acacia Restaurant boasts full English breakfasts and delicious lunches and dinners. The cuisine touches on locally inspired dishes with explosions of taste dominating the palate. Peruse the menu feasting on tasty delights before rounding off a satisfying meal with cooling cocktails or soothing nightcaps under the starry skies in the comfort of the pergola. Acacia Restaurant caters for a delicious dining experience at The Gateway Inn in Makhado (Louis Trichard).

The outdoor setting is modern, with alternate indoor dining for those who prefer to be away from the elements. The menu brims with Continental and Zambian dishes, and buffet style meals. Families enjoy a relaxed day out with weekend entertainment at Acamm’s Lodge in Lusaka.

Exuding style and offering some unique culinary delights, Act Restaurant hosts a contemporary a la Carte menu complimented by an extensive wine list. The menu focuses on bistro fare, brimming with taste while stylish surrounds relax the mind in preparation of the show ahead. Act Restaurant is the ideal venue for pre-show dinners and caters for functions and private hire.

Traditional Ethiopian dishes are the order of the day at Addis in Cape. Brilliant service enhances the experience with staff that will gladly explain the menu and guide your selection if required. The decor is as authentic as the food with traditional Ethiopian furnishings and colour palettes. A must-try experience, Addis in Cape is a culinary trip through Ethiopia you won’t soon forget!

A bustling and lively spot, Adesso is quickly becoming the only place to be in the Southern suburbs. Serving superb Italian cuisine in a friendly and vibrant environment, it is no wonder that Adesso is amassing a large loyal following. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, diners can enjoy the finest coffee and a mouth-watering cake selection. A superb venue for parties and events, Adesso is a versatile and exciting restaurant.

Nestled within the scenic Garden Route lies Admirals Buffet Restaurant, a culinary delight aimed to please the most discerning palates. Offering tranquil views onto a golf estate dressed in lush carpets and comfortable seating, patrons can relax in the quaint and private nooks and crannies while feasting on delicious starters, stews, bakes and old time classics. Enjoy hearty roasts, grills and stir-fry selections brimming with steaming vegetables before conquering the delectable desert section oozing indulgent peppermint tarty chocolate mouse, moist malva puddings or trifle drenched with red maple syrup. Admirals Buffet Restaurant embraces innovative buffet dining with comfort and style flattered by the scenic Garden route and rolling green hills.

This lovely bistro with large tranquil tea garden is situated in the heart of Bredasdorp. Enjoy breakfast and light lunches in a warm atmosphere as well as delicious home-baked pastries and desserts. Dinner is served on reservation on weekends with a change in menu every weekend.

Exuding a tropical ambience, African Peninsula Restaurant refreshes the senses with exotic décor and well-presented dishes served over banana leaf dressed tables and crisp white linens. For starters try plump mussels in cream white wine sauce followed by 220g grilled lamb chops, cooked to perfection in spiced garlic, herbs and chillies or the grilled line fish of the day, succulently cooked in warming spices served on a bed of fragrant rice in lemon garlic butter. Round off a perfectly satisfying meal with a decadent tipsy malva pudding desert and silky coffee or cooling don pedro. African Peninsula is located perfectly along the shores of the Indian Ocean for a relaxing languid lunch or romantic shore break dinner under the star lit sky.

Open plan dining invites the art of culinary creations into the dining experience through visual interaction and the lingering aroma of decadent traditional cuisine. Boasting 100% artificial free ingredients, hormone free meat, decadent imported real Swiss cheese and freshly baked Swiss bread, diners are ensured of an authentic dining experience. The menu seduces with gnocchi, wiener schnitzel, zuercher geschnetzeltes, Italan pizza and sushi. Enjoy freshly made south dough pizza using organic flour for a taste of genuine Italy or frolic in the light and refreshing taste of sushi – the African Swiss way!

Original paintings adorn olive coloured walls, heightened by a bamboo ceiling and iron candelabras. The roaring fireplace adds warmth and homely ambiance during winter and the outdoor leafy setting embraces summer and spring. The menu touches upon Asian specialties, Mediterranean dishes, Thai and South African fusion. Think lamb shank and chicken pie, tom yum soup and Moroccan couscous salad. A standard wine list and boutique wines compliment the flavours and ambiance at this delightful eatery in Mowbray.

Located along Dirkie Uys Street, Al Dente is your traditional trattoria. A delightful venue offering the usual Italian delights tossed with the welcoming aroma of homemade sauces and crusty pizzas. Fresh pasta takes centre stage accompanied by a small wine list and imported Italian blends too. Popular dishes such as steaming Napolitano pasta speaks volumes yet remains simple with distinctive flavours and heaps of fresh ingredients. The deli offers homemade pasta, cured meats and imported Italian ingredients.

As one of the oldest restaurants on the North Coast, Al Pescatore’s unwavering popularity is a testament to the wealth of experience behind the team at this beautifully situated dining venue. With delicious Meditteranean and seafood on offer plus daily specials, diners can be assured of a superb culinary experience and excellent service along with it. A wooden deck outside provides patrons with stunning views of the Indian ocean and the perfect accompaniment to a meal.

For tasty Italian food, superb views and impeccable service, AL63 is a great option.A thoughtfully put together wine list includes Italian as well as local wine and also a few champagne options for that special occasion.Friendly staff know the offerings through and through and are on hand to offer advice on your selection.Beautiful sea views enhance the dining experience with an al fresco dining option as well as indoor seating when the weather is less favourable.Jazz lovers will adore the regular jazz evenings and there are also wine dinners held frequently.For simple elegance in a dining experience, try AL63.

This simple little coffee shop lures the palate with the delicious aroma of freshly baked delight and hearty country cooking. Set in a beautiful location, Aladdin’s de Light entices shopping and eating in one swoop with offerings of arts and crafts and delicious meals. Browse the local stores before settling down for a relaxing meal at Aladdin’s de Light in Midlands Meander.

This quaint, old-fashioned bistro serves up classic French favourites, all beautifully presented. Alan Bobbe's offers a wide variety of dishes and the impressive choices range from classic bisques, French soups and meat dishes prepared in true French style to lobster, prawns and fish. Enjoy a laid-back lunch or the quiet ambience that dinner around the pool provides. Mains are served with potato chips, mash or gratin and crispy vegetables. Conclude your authentic French experience with a decadent dessert and coffee. Bon appétit.