Johannesburg
This character-filled hotel is a memorable place for a long meal. It has been frequented by the Portuguese community since well before the paint began to…
Johannesburg
This character-filled hotel is a memorable place for a long meal. It has been frequented by the Portuguese community since well before the paint began to…
Johannesburg
Ironically named considering the focus of this eatery is fried chicken, Sumting Fresh started out as a food truck on the Jo’burg market and festival scene…
Johannesburg
Sifiso Ntuli is the genial patron of this great little spot keeping it real in Brixton. Bookings are essential and there's no written menu – instead the…
Johannesburg
When the craving for Asian street-food hits, PRON delivers both on food and experience. The menu, designed by chef and owner Emma Chen, mentions the word …
Johannesburg
Tex-Mex cuisine is wildly popular in Jo'burg, and Perron is one of the best examples. Located on a prominent Melville corner, Perron is decorated with a…
Cape Town
With a street-side patio and breezy decor that invokes a day at the beach, Seabreeze is a hip spot for a plate of seafood. The menu changes depending on…
Johannesburg
Vegetarian and vegan restaurants in Jo'burg are few and far between, making Fresh Earth a breath of fresh air on the city's dining scene. From tofu…
Cape Town
Smart and stylish, Blanko offers Italian dishes that go far beyond the standard pizza and pasta offerings. The lamb dishes are very good and there's…
Cape Town
Robert Mulders brings his personable restaurant skills and famous double-baked cheese soufflé to the elegant surrounds of this Sir Herbert Baker–designed…
Johannesburg
Solly's Corner, a legendary cafe in Fordsburg serving Indian-style comfort food, is most famous for its masala-seasoned fish and chips. But the menu…
Johannesburg
Chef Andrea Burgener is known for her excellent take-out deli food, which includes a changing rainbow of eclectic dishes such as taro-leaf masala, and…
Cape Town
This Durban institution has brought its simple concept to Cape Town: a bright, minimalist fast food joint serving tasty chicken strips, burgers, wraps and…
Cape Town
Argentinian owner Juan brings some family recipes to the table at this laid-back bar-restaurant above House of Machines. Try a portion of Juan's mom's…
Johannesburg
In a far corner of Melville, Service Station is that easy-to-miss 'secret spot' that locals like to recommend. Come here for bountiful breakfasts…
Johannesburg
Now you're on holiday – you've entered tropical paradise. When you're sipping a pina colada out of a real pineapple and enjoying old fashioneds made the…
Johannesburg
Inside the hip 44 Stanley precinct, Il Giardino feels like a charming old-world trattoria, its leafy courtyard the backdrop to nourishing dishes at…
Johannesburg
Using the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking methods, Baha started as a food market stall. But it has grown into the Grant Ave institution that…
Cape Town
Ragamuffin began life as a stall at a Cape Town market. It's now a quirky hole-in-the-wall serving excellent Durban-style curries. Try the fried chicken…
Cape Town
Perch at one of the dozen traditional woven mesob tables in this bright dining room overlooking Long Street. Sample the authentic cuisine with a combo…
Cape Town
Cape Town's first poke spot is a pleasing hole-in-the-wall with splashes of Asian-inspired kitsch livening up the white tiled walls. There are seven poke…
Sea Point to Hout Bay
Sea Point is stacked with Chinese restaurants, but this inauspicious-looking hole-in-the-wall, classically located next to a pawnbroker, is the real deal…
Cape Town
Even those who usually give vegan eateries a wide berth will be intrigued by the concept here – vegan junk food. The menu features burgers and gatsbys,…
Sea Point to Hout Bay
Under the stewardship of a celebrated Jo’burg chef, this Duchess is one romantic-looking lady who raises Sea Point’s dining bar by several notches. The…
Cape Town
Staff greet you with a cheery chorus of bonjour as you enter this Parisian-inspired crêperie. The menu features both savoury and sweet crepes with…
Johannesburg
Glenda’s is a romantic tropical kingdom where the floral detailing extends from the decor and table settings to the impeccable presentation of the meals…
Cape Town
This popular corner cafe rocks a Roman theme with its faux columns and outsized golden wreath. It's bustling at breakfast time, when locals come for the…
Johannesburg
Different shades of blue and trendy design choices make Bolton Road Collection easy on the eye while the original and thoughtful menu is certainly easy on…
Johannesburg
Mismatched crockery and bunches of fresh wildflowers adorn all surfaces of this quirky cafe-cum-bookshop, but the main reason to visit Nice is for the…
Johannesburg
Organic deliciousness awaits at this casual cafe (bonus points for the covered veranda and inviting courtyard). All bases are covered, from baked treats…
Cape Town
There are no prizes for guessing what's on the menu at this convivial Bree St hangout. The main menu consists of just three items: a juicy burger, lobster…
Cape Town
Wine estate lunches can be a little stuffy and formal, but Klein Constantia's restaurant is an unpretentious affair. The seasonal menu features upscale…
Johannesburg
Minimalist decor greets visitors to Momo Baohaus, where fusion Asian tapas is the order of the day. Dine on crispy pork potstickers, sushi rolls and the…
Cape Town
There's a cosy, convivial feel to this longstanding Italian haunt, despite the minimalist decor of all bare brick and exposed piping. It's one of those…
Cape Town
Perched on the edge of Dunkley Square, Jessy's is another addition to Cape Town's single-dish restaurant series. The gluten-free waffles come in both…
Cape Town
Move fast to secure a seat at this super-popular street-corner cafe that makes splendid breakfasts and sandwiches. It also serves decent coffee, a few…
Cape Town
Touristy, yes, but it's still one of the best places to sample African food. Come with a hearty appetite as the set feast comprises some 15 dishes from…
Cape Town
They've been grilling gourmet burgers to perfection here for years; downstairs is casual and buzzy while upstairs is a restaurant where you can book a…
Johannesburg
This popular suburban cafe is the perfect spot for a leisurely brunch or quick coffee. The menu is simple and uses locally sourced ingredients. Bacon and…
Cape Town
Bright and airy Between Us specialises in brunch, serving fragrant frittatas, charcuterie platters and silky porridge topped with lavender, cashews or…
Cape Town
The spirited debate of politicos and bureaucrats from nearby parliament rings through this smart family-run cafe. The menu is delicious: the cakes and…