Johannesburg Restaurants

Jo'burgers love eating out, and there are hundreds of restaurants throughout the city to satisfy them. Some notable destinations for food include Melrose Arch, Parkhurst, Sandton, and Greenside. Smart-casual dress is a good bet. Many establishments are closed on Sunday night and Monday.

There's no way to do justice to the sheer scope and variety of Johannesburg's restaurants in a few examples. What follows is a (necessarily subjective) list of some of the best. Try asking locals what they recommend; eating out is the most popular form of entertainment in Johannesburg, and everyone has a list of favorite spots, which changes often.

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  • 1. Café Riche

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    In a building dating from 1905, Café Riche is one of the better coffee shops in the center of town. It also serves tramezzini (toasted sandwiches) and salads.

    2 Church Sq., Pretoria, Gauteng, 2001, South Africa
    012-328–3173

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  • 2. Gourmet Grocer

    $ | Melrose Arch

    Stop by for an on-the-go breakfast or picnic take-away, or a sit-down coffee and brunch at the old-style Gourmet Grocer. This is a specialist grocer, deli, bakery, coffee shop, and restaurant, all rolled into one, so you’re sure to find what you’re looking for, whether it’s a scrumptious bagel, toasted sarmie, healthy snack, or decadent treat from their niche, family-run suppliers. It also sells fresh and frozen homemade meals, and stocks craft beers as well as a decent selection of wines. If you like their coffee, you can buy their Birdhaven blend to take home, which is roasted on site at Cofeffe Coffee Bar & Roastery. It’s within safe walking distance of The Peech Hotel and the James and Ethel Gray Park, and deliveries within a 5 km (3 miles) radius are free.

    St. Andrew St. and Wrenrose Ave., Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
    011-442–6965

    Known For

    • Extensive selection of goods that cater to any taste and dietary preference
    • Friendly, family-run establishment
    • Continuously supporting community causes and charities
  • 3. JFF Rooftop Farm

    $ | City Center

    Surely one of the most picturesque coffee shops in town, this is a fusion between a tea garden and an open-air, urban farm that sells indigenous plants, flowers, and herbs. Bask in the sunshine at this matchbox-sized, inner-city establishment as co-owner Ashleigh "Ash" Machete gives you tips on how to best look after your plants while you sip on your coffee. 

    70 Juta St., Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
    081-768–4827

    Known For

    • Elephant graffiti by artist Falko One
    • Only being accessible by a short but steep ladder
    • A popular stop on inner city tours
  • 4. Nice on 4th

    $ | Parkhurst

    This easygoing, unpretentious café serves only breakfast, brunch, and lunch, but is always busy, mostly because the food is so fresh and good. Breakfast is a specialty—do try one of their six wholesome breakfast egg baskets—but you could also pop by for high tea and a taste of their homemade cakes. The croissants are also good, as are their home-baked pies, and the popular half and half—a mixture of a egg basket and crumpets.

    Corner of 4th Ave. and 14th St., Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2193, South Africa
    011-788–6286

    Known For

    • Fresh ingredients
    • Healthy breakfasts
    • Busy atmosphere

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner
  • 5. Whispering Oaks Garden Cafe

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    Cullinan has a series of delightful tea gardens to choose from, but for pleasant outdoor dining, this cafe is the spot serving breakfast and lunch.

    94 Oak Ave., Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
    073-230–4500

    Known For

    • Sweet and savory pancakes
    • Seafood
    • Homemade sweets

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues.
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