World Restaurants

Lovingly run by a husband and wife team who specialise in homemade specialities made the Portuguese way. Tucked away in Ferndale with a loyal seafood following and homely décor, 1920 Portuguese Restaurant welcomes patrons with warm smiles, family photos dominated by football memorabilia and the lingering aroma of mouth-watering cuisine. The service is friendly and attentive; the menu brims with Portuguese delights and good selection of imported beers and wines using fresh ingredients and family recipes passed down from generations. Enjoy an array of homemade Madeiran specialties like Fejoada – a traditional pork, beef, chourico, and bean stew, fall-off-the-bone oxtail, porco com amêijoa - pork and clam casserole, tender calamari and succulent prawn rissoles. If prawns beguile, try the LM Mozambique prawns, served with a delicious homemade peri-peri and hand-cut potato chips or rice. The espetada, skewered cubes of rump steak, grilled the traditional way and served with milho frito, pan-fried squares of creamy polenta with kale, is a must-try. Tantalise the taste buds with a journey of the Portuguese islands at this homely and welcoming restaurant in Ferndale, Randburg.

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.

Situated in the Glenwood shopping centre with an interior dressed in orange and pink shaded in soft palates on the wall, A Cabana serves authentic Portuguese cuisine. Some of the favourite starters include the traditional grilled portuguese sardines with coarse salt, served with a touch of olive oil and vinegar or chickenl with garlic, wine and peri-peri sauce. For mains, try the prawns a cabana - 12 succulent prawns with garlic and lemon butter or the cabana steak, served with garlic, mushrooms, tomatoes, onions and green pepper sauce. For more exotic dishes try the bacalhau or the prawn rissoles rounded off by Portuguese pasteis de nata for a popular dessert with a twist - Portuguese kisses. With warm hospitality and traditional fare, diners can sit back and enjoy the authentic ambience alongside fresh grills and seafood served the Portuguese way.

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.

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.

Feast in true Portuguese style at the newest addition to the incredibly successful Adega franchise. Conveniently located opposite the Collenade Centre, Adega, Montana boasts a large menu with a superb range of seafood and Portuguese dishes. The decor is striking and inviting, with warm yellow complementing a Monk theme and traditional blue and white Portuguese tiles. Book ahead to avoid missing out on a night of delicious Portuguese food and hospitality.

The delicious menu brims with high quality seafood such as voluptuous Mozambican prawns and a variety of succulent steaks, poultry and traditional dishes. The warm and inviting ambiance sets the tone for a unique Portuguese experience housed in a luxurious house in Kensington.

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.

Prepared using the freshest ingredients, herbs and spices, Beira Alta pampers the palate with family tradition of cooking, passed down from generation to generation. Located in the scenic coastal town of Ballito, this elegant and sophisticated restaurant delights with delectable Portuguese cuisine, embracing Continental and African influences. Enjoy a relaxed and tantalising meal soothed by the drifting sounds of smooth jazz and a romantic ambiance. Indulge in a variety of flavours and tastes starting with succulent prawns smothered in a melange of spices, olive oil, lemon juice and garlic and if red meat takes your palate, try the flame-grilled chicken and platters layered with scrumptious pan-fried prawns. Beira Alta Restaurant cooks from the heart and their passion for food will reunite a love affair with decadent Portuguese cooking and rich aromatic wines, for a sensational dining experience.

Roughly translated Café Batuque means ‘Drum Café’ in Portuguese and this island style vibe captures the essence of a rare African holiday. The wooden deck wrapped in lush vegetation, and flanked by breathtaking ocean views sets the stage for relaxing, eating and socializing. The world famous menu inspires Mediterranean cuisine enjoyed alongside flowing European island tunes and a tranquil beach atmosphere. With many dishes on offer, why not try the delicious Fish Carpaccio, Escargot or Chicken livers in a red wine sauce or feast on the best grilled KG of fresh prawns in town not to mention Cafe’s famous sweet or savoury French crepes. Enjoy a soothing sundowner at the cocktail bar overlooking the bay and ocean, soaking up the island vibe and mouth-watering cuisine at Café Batuque.

Canimambo Restaurant features an intimate setting inside for quiet meals by the fire-side or a sun deck for lazy Saturday afternoons (weather permitting!) It boasts the most tender giblets, the freshest prawns and the most succulent rump this side of the equator,with legendary Prego's and monstrous toasted sandwiches. Feijoada(Bean Stew),Steak Regionale,Chacuti and Seafood Rice are some of the dishes you will find on their menu exclusively. Conscious of their carbon footprint, they are actively recycle the majority of their waste as well as grow their own organic salad greens. The Caldo Verde (or Kale Soup) is another unique dish that you will only find at Canimambo, the recipe handed down through the family from its inception in Lisbon.

Specialising in Portuguese and South African cuisine, this family run establishment secures an intimate setting and the most succulent, tender peri-peri chickens. The extensive menu and Mozambican ambiance compliments aromatic Portuguese wines making for an excellent meal and all around service. Dine in the bright and colourful surrounds snuggling up to the cosy winter fireplace or alfresco on the fully covered and heated patio. Enjoy authentic cuisine, hospitality and Platinum Star Diners awards at Canimambo Restaurant

If traditional Spanish and Portuguese food and delightful tapas is what you’re after then Canto Latino is the place for you. Specialising in the finest Spanish and Portuguese cuisine and prices to please, it’s not a surprise that Canto Latino receives lots of support from the local community. A picturesque courtyard provides al fresco dining to please and Flamenco music adds to the authenticity of your Latin dining experience. When it comes to true Latin cuisine, Canto Latino is the genuine article.

This small family run restaurant sits in the heart of Limpopo exuding flavourful Portuguese foods and continental breakfasts. Lunch and dinner courses spill off the set and a la carte menu complimented by roaring winter fires and African sundowners. Try the famous prawns, trinchado, Portuguese style steak or chicken. Once a month there are special evenings with promotions for SA Breweries, wine tasting evenings and entertainment.

Located in Strijdom Park, this family run business delivers consistency, personal service and excellence with each experience. Boasting outstanding Portuguese fair, such as Maderia espatada braai’s and famous prawns, chicken and tinchalo dishes, Cesco’s embraces the hearty palate with finger licking cuisine and comfortable ambiance. Alongside traditional spreads, diners enjoy daily specials, salads, light meals complimented by Portuguese wines, all in the comfort and splendour of authentic Portuguese styles.

A relaxed lunchtime venue, and bustling dinner spot, Coimbra is all about no nonsense food and simple service. The old world décor fills this cosy spot with character and the aroma of freshly cooked peri-peri chicken wets the appetite. Try the 1/2 chicken, with chips or salad, served in a mild, hot, and scorching peri-peri, lemon and herb, with dashes of garlic sauce (freshly crushed) and extra peri-peri on the side. The atmosphere buzzes with contented chatter at possibly the best Portuguese restaurant in Zimbabwe.

The continental atmosphere remains informally decorated, exuding a warm and cosy taverna ambiance. Beautiful views of Table Mountain compliment the extensive menu brimming with choice and tempting deserts. Try the fresh line fish or other seafood specials. Or indulge in a little meat or charcoal grilled steaks such as spicy trinchado or Portuguese fillet steaks. Finger licking peri-peri baby chicken or prawns remain favourites and traditional dishes such as smoked eisbein, espetada, vegetable platters & salads. Soak up the continental atmosphere and beautiful views alongside finger licking cuisine at Dias Tavern.

Simple honest food complimented by bustling ambience and simple décor. Traditional Portuguese dishes spill off the menu basted and dressed in spicy aromatic flavours and the secret unrivalled peri peri sauce. Entice and explore the House Specialities of chicken liver, grilled, then sautéed with wine, garlic and peri-peri or chouriço (traditional Portuguese sausage) or Prawn Boca - prawn tails, grilled with garlic and herb butter, to mention a few. The main course features LM prawns, grilled with lemon and garlic butter sauce with optional peri-peri or grilled LM chicken Meat eaters are well catered for delighting with 300g matured rumps, served with a wine, garlic and peri-peri sauce topped with eggs with fresh seafood options of Kingklip and Sole, grilled with a lemon and garlic butter sauce. Gaby’s Tasca caters for a well-rounded flavour bursting experience welcomed by traditional Portuguese hospitality and intoxicating per peri recipes

Dine on finger licking prawns, calamari and line fish with views of Inkomati River and relaxed ambiance. Fresh seafood spills off the menu catering for every culinary need, while sunsets beacon sundrenched sundowners at Macent Seafood Restaurant at Macenta Lodge.

Located in the heart of Maputo, this small, well-established eatery offers a must try experience – their signature dish ‘Cavoadors’. Delicious and succulent cuts of meat are grilled on your table (imagine a mini barbecue) right in front of you, by you, and made exactly the way you like it. Served with hearty dishes such as the staple rice and chips makes for a totally enjoyable social eating experience. A must try experience in Maputo, Manjar Dos Deuses will not disappoint.

This vibrant restaurant cum sports bar and pub proffers an expansive menu enjoyed in a rustic elegance. The interior exudes warmth and elegance with low ambient lighting and chic chandeliers setting the mood. The relaxed and friendly atmosphere makes Mundo’s ideal for families, friends and get-togethers complimented by an expansive menu. Expect hearty and well-rounded dishes ranging from pizzas, burgers, salads, sandwiches and grills to all day breakfasts. Mundo’s serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in true Mozambican style.

Table spill on onto the sidewalk, inviting relaxed summer lunches and bustling evenings heightened by cool traditional Latin American and Cuban music. The menu is fun and finger licking good, traditional Portuguese entice with subtle flavours of Mediterranean which make for an diverse and exciting variety of choice. The specialties include the Mozambican Prawns, served in either king or queen size, prepared in a light peri-peri lemon sauce, served with basmati rice, simply succulently delicious. Visit Nuno’s Portuguese Restaurant to celebrate life and the joys of good food, wine and friendship on 7th Street, Melville.

For delicious food with a Portuguese flair, O’Galito is the only place to go. Patrons may enjoy their meals inside or out, upstairs or down, with plenty of seating on the bright and breezy terrace. Towards the evening, the tables are dressed up and adorned with candle burners to create a more formal look. Though primarily a seafood restaurant, O’Galito proffers an eclectic menu with choices of sushi and various specialist Portuguese dishes such as peri peri chicken, steaks, espetada and oxtail. A cooling room filled with a superb selection of wines to accompany your meal perfectly rounds off the impressive array of offerings available at O’Galito.

Warmed in shades or burned orange, golden yellow and striking floral drapes this cool restaurant tempts the palate with exotic selections of Portuguese dishes and traditional fare. Seduce the senses with a starter of Caldo Verde - a traditional soup with potatoes, kale and sliced Chorico, perfect for cold winter evenings or the Prego Frenchado - cubes of pan-fried steak served with a wine sauce mopped up with delicious bread to soak up the heavenly homemade sauce. For main course, the Bacalhau Assado - grilled salted codfish - prepared in true Portuguese fashion and served with baby potatoes, strips of green pepper and a vinaigrette sauce will explode the palate. Now into its ninth successful year, O’Pescador Restaurant knows what it takes to keep the belly satisfied – excellent food, great service and mouth-watering flavours!

Located near to Hotel Tivoli, this unusual setting makes great conversation over delicious food and bubbling conversation. Try their succulent steaks and mouth-watering seafood, or tuck into a sizzling grill served on hot platters. Pappas offers a social dining experience in the heart of Beira city.

Sit back and soak up charming alfresco dining under shady old trees or languid seclusion on the back patio wrapped in Mediterranean feel. Inside the décor brims with nooks and crannies, perfect for whispered intimacy warmed by wood burning fireplaces and delicious food. The small bar is perfect for pre-dinner drinks or soothing nightcaps. Pecado da Gula - Sin of Gluttony wraps the palate in charming surrounds and delicious Portuguese cuisine, perfect for wining and dining.

Located in the city of Beira, Pic-Nic does things a little differently to other establishments. Upon arrival, immaculately dressed waters in bowties and tuxedos serve guests at neat white table clothed tables. Excellent food and standard service make this place extremely popular, with large portions all way round to satisfy the heartiest appetite. The restaurant is air-conditioned and with a charming interior, makes for a pleasant escape from the sweltering heat of Beira.

Seating 300 patrons with a spacious dance floor and live band, diners enjoy sophisticated elegance contrasted by spectacular chandeliers, dramatic upholstery and opulent décor. Simple white walls display the rich décor timelessly while eye-catching light displays enhance feature walls painted in ruby red dressed in larger than life 30’s prints. The menu focuses on seafood and Portuguese specialties. From prawns, langoustines, crayfish, and seafood platters to traditional Portuguese dishes and popular starters such as pan-fried prawns. Main course specialties include the Duck mandarin with a grand Marnier Sauce and spatchcock baby chicken peri-peri style. Conclude your meal with a rich and decadent and sinfully delicious baked Cheesecake or a smooth rich Crème Brulee. An impressive bar handcrafted in rich dark wood caters with elegant cocktails to be enjoyed inside or alfresco on the terrace. Pigalle secures luxury, elegance and opulence for those who enjoy fine dining on seafood with a Portuguese twist.

For sumptuous Mozambican and Portuguese fare at a stunning location in Kalk Bay, Polana is a definite must-try. Tasty staples like fresh and tender calamari as well as prego rolls feature on the well-planned menu along with many other flavoursome choices. A great wine list provides a superb accompaniment to your meal.

This sophisticated restaurant is housed within a landmark building erected in 1908, and carries a loyal following. The menu enjoys hearty dishes from Italy and Mozambique in up market and relaxed surroundings, perfect for lunch or dinner.

Boasting the best seafood and prawns by diner reviews, Restaurante Parreirinha serves a big dollop of wow factor when it comes to their peri-peri sauce. Serving great food complimented by good standards and simple dishes roaring with flavour and exotic spices, this foodie establishment invites languid lunches and hearty dinners. Try flour-dusted bread rolls with deliciously white wine gravy of the mussel starter, and crisp potato crescents soaked in a moat of garlic and chilli stew. Enjoy favourites such as prawns, calamari, peri-peri chicken and prego rolls followed by to die for chocolate mousse. Restaurante Parreirinha seduces with delicious flavours and authentic cuisine, simply Portuguese.

The cosy setting and superb ambiance make ideal location for a languid dining experience. Start your meal with delicious appetizers then move onto popular main dishes such as grilled Octopus or meat on a hot stone. Delicious sauces accompany each meal and impressive quality meat is what makes Restaurante Taverna Portuguese dishes so outstanding.

Located in the Town Centre of Pemba, tucked away, is the perfect place for delicious Portuguese cuisine. Dine indoor or alfresco surrounded by plants and greenery sampling traditional dishes. Located close to Cabo Pelgado Hotel, Restaurante-Bar Samar caters for all your seafood needs.

Inspired from the breathtaking scenery of Santana, this homely island restaurant captures the imagination with the illusion of taste, smell and being on this captivating island. Dramatic murals invite a life like setting of Santana, wrapped around the walls depicting island and coastal scenes. Traditional décor brings to live the sultry summer air and cooling winter ambiance. The menu embraces the highest quality meat, fish and vegetable produce with melt-in-the mouth pleasures such as Breakfast Bruschetta Bread - toasted ciabatta wedges, with toppings of scrambled eggs, bacon or macon, haloumi cheese, tomato and toast to start the day. Enjoy a traditional dish of Souvlaki - beef fillet skewers, marinated in garlic, mint, coriander and lemon juice, served with tzatziki, salsa and pita bread for a hearty meal alongside a glass of local or imported wine. Santana Portuguese Restaurant brings to live the beautiful island setting and delicious cuisine for an unforgettable dining experience.

Exuding a warm and cosy ambiance with traditional food spilling off the menu, Shanna’s offers an intimate setting perfect for private conversations and authentic cuisine. Meals are prepared using fresh ingredient with an array of dishes to choose from such as prawns, feijoda, espetada, bacalhau and peri-peri chicken. Visit Shanna’s for a taste of Portugal and relaxed atmosphere.

If you love peri peri chicken and prawns then this is the restaurant for you. Situated three kilometres from the Ressano Garcia Mozambican border in a tiny village called Casa Maria.

Tasca de Belem is one of Cape Town’s finest Tapas restaurants. Located in the V & A Waterfront, the restaurant offers diners exquisite views of Table Mountain and Signal Hill, as well as the busy harbour. There is a truly Mediterranean feel about the restaurant, not only because of its Turkish influenced Portuguese menu, but the atmosphere is relaxed, welcoming and vibrant. Belem is the historical part of Lisbon, where centuries ago explorers set out to conquer the unknown worlds the lay beyond Europe. One of the first journeys made from here was to Turkey, so it is quite fitting that this restaurant should be a marriage between to the two cuisines. Tasca, meaning tavern, offers diners fabulous meze and tapas dishes that are the perfect fusion of these two historical cultures. The dishes on the menu represent the best of both Turkish and Portuguese cuisine with traditional favourites such as Trinchado and Espatada, as well as Shish Kebab and Ali Nazik, Tasca de Belem is a cross cultural cuisine experience for all food lovers.

This unpretentious eatery proffers hearty Portuguese cuisine and a well-priced wine list. Dine alfresco during balmy summer months on the veranda on traditional steak, egg, chips, rice and salad. Beef and chicken trinchado rests in a nice garlicky wine sauce and the prawn rissoles, crispy on the outside, explode with a rich creamy sauce and bits of prawn, fanned with some lemon juice. Winter seeks warmth and hearty dishes such as the feijoda (a traditional bean, pork, chorizo, and chicken stew) perfect for wintery evenings.

Enjoy discretion dining in elegant style and the magical surrounds of Vilamore; synonymous with fine dining and the best gourmet seafood dishes. The wine list boasts an impressive selection of wines, selected and chosen to compliment each meal. Whether romantic dining in one of two dining rooms, Vilamoura sets the mood for a memorable dining occasion. The décor is bold yet warm, with bright yellow walls and complimenting artwork balanced by soft wingback dining chairs and elegantly draped table cloths. Vilamoura romances and relaxes, perfect for those seeking a truly memorable dining occasion.