Sunshine Coast
Try beers from the neighbouring Little Brewery on the River in this 19th-century building on the old wharf, with a handsome dining room of exposed stone…
Must-see restaurants in South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal
For a special seaside splurge with a Gallic touch, try this chic eatery serving a variety of French and Mauritian dishes, including a range of fish and…
Sunshine Coast
A wide selection of salads, steaks, chicken dishes, seafood and pasta make up the menu here, but the best bet is to opt for a wood-fired pizza. The…
Johannesburg
This Jo'burg institution is renowned for delicious platters of shwarma (meat sliced off a spit, served in pitas with chopped tomatoes), yummy kebabs and…
Bloemfontein
No relation to the US-based chain (that's LongHorn Steakhouse!), but this delicious other steakhouse is packed nearly every night, as the beef cuts are…
Cape Town
Flamingos, feather boas, fairy lights, topless barmen – yup, Beefcakes is as camp as a row of tents and a fave jol (party) for groups. There's bitchy…
Johannesburg
Portuguese food is common in Jo'burg, but few Portuguese restaurants offer the authenticity and local charm of O' Peri Peri. Hidden in an unremarkable…
Simon's Town & Southern Peninsula
Enjoy unpretentious dishes such as burgers, Asian ribs, pizza and crispy chicken wings while sitting beneath fairy lights at this bohemian eatery. There's…
Sunshine Coast
This eccentric spot at the back of a curio shop serves slow food, organic veg and ethically produced meat, fish and dairy products. They also roast coffee…
Gauteng
Stavros Vladislavic, the larger-than-life patron of this place, sits by the door welcoming guests and keeping the staff on their toes as they dish out…
Cape Town
By day, grab a table on the balcony for a lunch special with a view of Table Mountain. By night, the singing bartenders serve classic cocktails between…
Western Cape
This homely restaurant has been serving the same three traditional dishes since 1998 – bobotie (a lightly spiced mince dish), chicken pie and lamb. There…
Simon's Town & Southern Peninsula
Enjoy brunch, Italian cuisine, afternoon tea and, on weekends, delicious breakfasts and lunchtime classical piano (1pm to 4pm) at this pleasant cafe in…
Eastern Cape
Occupying a beautifully renovated trading post in the heart of Nieu Bethesda, this atmospheric venue specialises in well-executed South African dishes,…
Johannesburg
Cremalat is a delightful Italian deli and cafe in an unlikely location: inside an industrial complex on the east side of Johannesburg. Cremalat offers a…
Eastern Cape
This trendy 'roastery and culture stop' serves excellent coffees, breakfasts, light meals, fruit juices, scones and cakes in a shady courtyard. The…
Cape Town
Based on the ground floor of the Speaker's Corner building, Victoire is a charming spot from which to watch the goings on in Church Sq. Aligned with the…
Port Elizabeth
This roadhouse-cum-beach bar is an excellent spot for a sundowner, with a breezy interior and beachfront decks. Dishes include gourmet pizzas, burgers,…
Sunshine Coast
Great sea views and white stucco walls give this airy restaurant a Mediterranean island feel. It has an informal yet upmarket atmosphere and is known for…
Cape Town
Serving as the anchor restaurant to the artsy Palms centre, Bones is a friendly place serving unpretentious and perfectly seasoned food. Steaks are the…
Cape Town
Sheila Mahloane and her daughter Monica have been so successful with their delicious African buffets (which include plenty of vegetarian dishes) that they…
Cape Town
Hang with the De Waterkant style set at this spiffy cafe serving coffee with ‘microtextured milk’ (it’s only heated to 70°C) and bistro-style dishes such…
Eastern Cape
When all the elements of breakfast (from R35) at this large eatery-cum-deli-cum-gift shop are laid out, half a picnic table is occupied. For lunch or…
Durban
This classy restaurant looks unassuming inside, but assume that you will get seriously good modern Mediterranean fusion food here. Tapas including stuffed…
Cape Town
Here's a nifty idea. All halal beef, chicken or vegetable broths served either in a cup as a tasty savoury drink, or with a mix of other items such as…
Cape Town
Thanks to its popularity in the city centre, El Burro opened a second branch in the buzzing Dean St Arcade. The restaurant is decked out in tasteful…
Pretoria
An old favourite with hungry locals, this brasserie never fails to satisfy the requirements of its loyal punters. The key to its success is an eclectic…
Johannesburg
Serving authentic German schnitzel, bratwurst, eisbein, and beer, Die Kneipe (which means 'The Pub' in German), is a great place to go for a drink and…
Mpumalanga
With its blue corrugated-iron facade, stoep gazing down the street and large garden courtyard, Barberton's default option for a bite attracts everyone…
Durban
Marking a resurgence of beachfront dining, Surf Riders has tables alongside the promenade where surfers, travellers and hip locals meet to chomp on…
Drakensberg Escarpment
A Portuguese and Mozambican joint with a fire pit out front, serving spicy stews and grills as well as seafood dishes such as sardines, lemon and garlic…
Eastern Cape
This multipurpose venue – beer garden, deli and cafe – has an inviting courtyard where you can sip a coffee, sample a craft beer, have breakfast or enjoy…
Cape Town
If you have the urge for traditional Italian food, this friendly, busy place is the ideal spot for dinner. The menu includes perfect homemade pasta and…
Cape Town
All the flavours of the Mediterranean and Middle East are represented at this spotlessly white space serving delicious falafel sandwiches, salads, sweets…
Johannesburg
One of the best Indian restaurants in town, Bukhara manages to be atmospheric despite its mall location. It serves authentic, richly flavoured tikka…
Limpopo
Overlooking a garden centre, and boasting its own water feature in the covered outdoor area, the Pavilion is a great spot for breakfast or lunch. The food…
Knysna
It can work out to be quite pricey since sides are ordered separately, but the seafood here really is worth it. It's a simple spot with tables on a sandy…
Johannesburg
Besides having a clever name, Love Me So is one of very few ramen restaurants in Jo'Burg. Located on a busy culinary corner in Melville, it offers 'build…
Cape Town
Starting life as a stall at one of Cape Town's food markets, the Hungry Herbivore serves exclusively vegan fare from its premises just off Bree St…
Cape Town
Local meats such as ostrich and Karoo venison are on the menu at this fun African-themed restaurant, as are traditional South African dishes. Have your…
