Recommended Restaurants – Johannesburg and Pretoria

JOHANNESBURG AFRICAN CUISINE ITALIAN/MEDITERRANEAN Moyo - Melrose Arch 2 Medeo Restaurant at The Palazzo 13 Moyo - Zoo Lake 2 La Cucina Di Ciro 14 Pronto 14 ASIAN Café del Sol Botanico 15 Kong Roast 3 The Lotus Teppanyaki & Sushi Bar 3 STEAKHOUSE Wombles Steakhouse Restaurant 15 BISTRO Turn 'n' Tender Illovo 16 Eatery JHB 4 Coobs 4

CONTEMPORARY Cube Tasting Kitchen 5 PRETORIA Winehouse - Ten Bompas 5 CONTEMPORARY Level Four Restaurant 6 Blu Saffron 16 March Restaurant 6 De Kloof Restaurant 17 Roots at Forum Homini - Prosopa Waterkloof Muldersdrift 7 17

FINE DINING FINE DINING Luke Dale Roberts X (Saxon Hotel) 7 Kream 18 DW Eleven-13 8 Restaurant Mosaic at The Orient 18 Signature Restaurant 8 Pigalle - Michelangelo Towers 9 Pigalle - Melrose Arch 9 oneNINEone 10 AtholPlace Restaurant 10 The Residence 11

FRENCH Emoyeni 11 Le Souffle 12

INDIAN Ghazal 12 Vikrams 13

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JOHANNESBURG

AFRICAN CUISINE

MOYO (Melrose Arch) Shop 5, The High St / Tel: +27 11 684 1477 http://www.moyo.co.za/moyo-melrose-arch/

From the food and décor to the music and live entertainment, moyo is strongly African in theme. The focus of the rich and varied menu is pan-African, incorporating tandoori cookery from northern Africa, Cape Malay influences and other dishes representing South Africa.

In the heart of Johannesburg, the 350-seater, multi-level modern restaurant – clad in copper with pressed pebble walls - embodies Africa’s finest music and urban cuisine offerings. Live stage bands provide soulful vibes and dining options are diverse – from relaxed meals enjoyed on the outdoor square, to romantic dinners in Gigi’s cozy alcoves. (Considered the best branch for evening and in winter.)

MOYO (Zoo Lake) 1 Prince of Wales Dr, Parkview / Tel: +27 11 646 0058 http://www.moyo.co.za/moyo-zoo-lake/

moyo Zoo Lake is a tranquil retreat from the urban hustle and bustle of Joburg. By day moyo offers a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere; as the African sun sets, cocktails on the deck and fabulous live music set the tone for an extraordinary evening of fine-dining and soulful vibes. (Considered the best branch for summer and during the day.)

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ASIAN

KONG ROAST The Terrace at Cedar Square, Cedar Rd, Fourways / Tel: +27 11 465 7516 http://www.thai-africa.co.za/kongroast/

Nestled in a superb and convenient location, Kong's spacious, luxurious, ultra-trendy and sophisticated terrace, on cedar-square, is the place to be! Kong offers delectable comfort food and grills, along with a sushi and dim sum menu to-die-for. The venue additionally offers a host of exceptional features, to ensure any dining experience is truly extraordinary and distinctive, including: a cocktail lounge, exclusive wine cellar and an elevated, glass-encased smoking/private dining area.

THE LOTUS TEPPANYAKI & SUSHI BAR (Hilton Hotel) 138 Rivonia Rd, Sandton / Tel: +27 11 322 1888 http://www3.hilton.com/en/hotels/south-africa/hilton-sandton-JNBSATW/dining/index.html

The Lotus Teppanyaki & Sushi Bar, located within the Tradewinds Terrace at the Hilton Sandton, offers diners an innovative and interactive dining experience, with a difference. Diners can interact directly with the sushi chef and watch popular sushi dishes being created in front of them at the sushi bar. This restaurant is a great option for an intimate get together with friends or a quality corporate team-building experience. On a Friday night, diners can partake in ‘Sushi School’ where they can learn the art of making their own sushi.

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BISTRO

EATERY JHB 108 Victoria Ave, Parkmore / Tel: +27 11 783 1570 www.eateryjhb.co.za

Set on two levels - a brighter downstairs overlooking the kitchen and spreading outside weather permitting, and an upstairs more romantic section with an adjoining bar and private dining area - Eatery JHB has quickly become a very popular restaurant in Johannesburg.

The owners have turned what used to be a car workshop into a vibrant venue full of atmosphere. The decor can be described as contemporary meets industrial, which is very fitting of its location.

On the food front, don't expect a large menu. Instead Shayne and Matt have created a seasonal small selection of starters, mains and desserts - and each item is full of subtle flavors all elegantly presented.

COOBS Corner of 4th Ave & 14th St, Parkhurst / Tel: +27 11 447 0710 http://www.coobs.co.za/

The interior of Coobs is double-volume, face brick, light and airy with bright prints giving a splash of colour. The fittings, tables and chairs are contemporary and sophisticated yet create a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. The bar and tables tops were all hand made. Coobs sources their produce from local suppliers and organic farms to create unique modern bistro-style food. Close to 75% of ingredients come from our organic farm ‘Brightside’ in the Magaliesburg. The farm has been part of Chef James Diack’s family for more than 20 years and is now the main source for his food. Everything from vegetables and herbs to pork, lamb and wild boar is free-range and organic. Every evening, there’s a different type of freshly baked bread; sometimes marbled with flavours such as beetroot or spinach … and other times, left a little more pared down, either simply plaited or in its most basic form.

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CONTEMPORARY

CUBE TASTING KITCHEN 17 4th Ave, Parktown North / Tel: +27 82 422 8158 http://www.cubekitchen.co.za/

Completely down-to-earth award-winning celebrity chef Dario de Angeli’s recently turned things up a notch and opened his Cube Tasting Kitchen. Break free from conventional eating and enjoy 10 courses of something different. The focus is on the food, so the space is open kitchens encouraging interaction with the Chefs as each course is brought to the table and explained. Menus are a combination of the Chef’s talents and each menu is compiled and deliberated over for days before the final result is achieved. Each menu is an evolutionary process where modern and classic cooking styles meet with the focus on fresh, sustainable produce. (Note: The restaurant is not licensed; therefore bring your own bottle of wine).

WINEHOUSE (Ten Bompas Hotel) 10 Bompas Rd, Dunkeld West / Tel: +27 11 325 2442 http://tenbompas-restaurant.co.za/

Winehouse Restaurant takes its inspiration from a painting of Amy Winehouse by Joanna Flatau, a Polish artist living in Paris. Reflecting the heady combination of French flair, good times, great food and wine, the painting embodies the laid-back energy backdrop of this restaurant. Under the helm of executive chef Johannes De Bruijn, Winehouse focuses on French cuisine while acknowledging its South African roots and making the best use of fresh produce from the abundant Ten Bompas vegetable gardens. Winehouse epitomizes elegance with its double-volume glass-fronted, wine cellar looking out on the gardens. Outdoor terraces and gardens overlook the lap pool allowing restaurant guests to make the most of the beautiful South African climate.

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LEVEL FOUR (54 on Bath Hotel) 54 Bath Ave, Rosebank / Tel: +27 11 344 8442 https://www.tsogosun.com/level-four

Enjoy distinctive dining offering classical cuisine with contemporary influences. Classic and elegant, Level Four, offers a superb a la carte breakfast, while lunch is a casual light affair, and dinner, is the perfect opportunity to choose from the excellent a la carte menu. Sophisticated and unique, the bar offers an array of champagne, cocktails and wines accompanied by sumptuous bar snacks. Overlooking the terrace garden, the champagne bar is the perfect meeting spot for pre-dinner drinks and evening sundowners.

MARCH RESTAURANT (African Pride Melrose Arch Hotel) 1 Melrose Square, Melrose Arch, Sandton / Tel: +27 11 214 6666 http://www.africanpridehotels.com/hotels/Pages/African-Pride-Melrose-Arch-Hotel.aspx

Excite your senses at one of the best restaurants in Johannesburg. An innovative fusion of flavors from across the globe coupled with unparalleled levels of personal service provides a culinary experience designed to delight. Renowned for offering the best breakfast in Johannesburg, the March Restaurant guarantees a gastronomic experience; a perfect balance of wholesome, natural ingredients, innovative and complementary flavors and an African twist that speaks to the Chef’s fierce affection for his country. Choose to dine in the opulently decorated main restaurant area or one of the 4 sophisticated private dining rooms. The menu is big on elegantly presented comfort items, a clever concept which allows corporates by day and those wanting glamour at night, to enjoy a sense of chic without too much challenge. The gourmet burger is a top seller, as are most of the meaty items, but lighter dishes are also on offer: Thai style butternut soup, calamari with salsa on wilted rocket and prawn Caesar are all perfectly pitched at the style conscious crowd who frequent the place.

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ROOTS AT FORUM HOMINI Letamo Game Estate, Kromdraai / Tel: +27 (0) 60 390 0806 / +27 11 668 7000 www.forumhomini.com

Situated on a private game estate in the heart of the Cradle of Humankind, Roots at Forum Homini is a destination restaurant of note. Enter a world of calm sophistication and sumptuous luxury in our restaurant. It’s hard to imagine a more comfortable and welcoming environment in which to relax over breakfast, lunch or dinner, with discreet yet attentive service to match. At Roots you can expect Fine Dining, with contemporary, modern cuisine with a South African twist offering exciting tastes and flavors with every dish. Set menus are offered: 5-course breakfasts, 4 or 6 course lunches and 6 course dinners. Wine teasers are optional and chosen to complement each dish. Most of the produce used in Roots is locally sourced, but more specifically from our direct surrounds, ensuring superlative standards of freshness and quality. Dietaries are catered for.

FINE DINING

Luke Dale Roberts X (Saxon Hotel) 36 Saxon Rd, Sandhurst / Tel: +27 11 292 6000 http://www.saxon.co.za/lukedalerobertssaxon.html

Luke Dale Roberts has taken the dining experience in the elite and special dining room at The Saxon to the next level. The establishment offers a set tasting menu of eight courses, which are all seasonal and eclectic. The kitchen, headed up by The Saxon’s Candice Philip, utilizes exceptionally high-quality seasonal and local produce, as well as a variety of herbs, fruits and vegetables, which are grown on site in order to recreate Luke Dale-Roberts’s imaginative and detailed dishes. Plating is clever, clean and simple, drawing the eye to the main components of the creations, with garnishes that complement and balance the dishes.

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DW ELEVEN-13 Dunkeld West Shopping Centre, Dunkeld West / Tel: +27 11 341 0663 www.dw11-13.co.za

Marthinus Ferreira is an extremely passionate Chef, striving for constant improvement, and his contemporary menu with hints of bistro classics offers a feast of note. Attention to detail shows throughout the meal, from the exceptional bread offering to the petits fours and great tableside presentation. Everything emerging from the kitchen is both delicious and generous, from dry-aged sirloin with an oxtail croquette, smoked bone marrow and white onion velouté to a delightful dessert of dulce de leche ice cream with white chocolate hazelnut praline and chocolate fudge sponge.

SIGNATURE RESTAURANT Morningside Shopping Centre, Sandton / Tel: +27 11 884 8888 http://www.signaturerestaurant.co.za/welcome-signature-morningside-sandton.php

Signature Restaurant boasts an exquisite menu, with a local and international wine menu for even the most discerning palate. Time intended to be spent with family, friends or colleagues celebrating life; birthdays, business deals or enjoying a romantic night out. Floor to ceiling windows frame a panoramic view and sets the scene for magnificent sunsets and of course Signature cocktails. Great restaurants are a blend of sophisticated cooking, imaginative ideas and respect for ingredients. Signature is more than this. It's an experience that reminds you why some restaurants deserve to be revered.

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PIGALLE (Sandton) Michelangelo Towers, 4th Floor, Maude St, Sandton / Tel: +27 11 884 8899 http://pigallerestaurants.co.za/sandton/

Exuding style and grandeur, Pigalle Sandton Restaurant offers an unsurpassed dining experience in the form of its sophisticated international menu, impeccable service and its stunning décor consisting of marble, original oil paintings and textures of gold and chocolate. For starters, patrons can tempt the taste buds with escargot and smoked salmon then select a main of grilled ostrich fillet drenched in red wine or luscious lobster thermidor, and conclude with a with delicious crème brulee or a rich chocolate mousse. An aromatic after-dinner coffee from our Royal or Jamaican coffee menu is a real treat. (No children under 12.)

PIGALLE (Melrose Arch) Corlette Dr, Melrose / Tel: +27 10 500 6977 http://pigallerestaurants.co.za/melrose-arch/

Renowned South African interior designer Deborah Witkin once again created a modern and fresh ambience that remains true to the The Arch's metropolitan way of life. “Pigalle Melrose Arch is somewhat trendier than the other Pigalles, while retaining the element of elegance and luxuriousness of the exiting brand". Floor to ceiling windows offer panoramic views from the first-floor restaurant, with the balcony tables offering guests a clear view of buzz of the piazza. A new innovation to Pigalle's Melrose Arch location is the freshly prepared sushi menu and daytime menu. Pigalle Melrose Arch offers a la carte menu which has been sampled for five years by local celebrities and international stars Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Richard Branson, Diana Ross and Bono. Not all the Pigalle menus are the same. Eighty per cent of the menus share the signature dishes; the rest is left up to each of chefs to create. At Melrose Arch Vasco Velho signature style features Bordelaise fillet served with a marrow bone and port jus, native lobster thermador and vermouth and scallop soup, supported by Pigalle classics like herb-crusted rack of lamb, sweet langoustines grilled in lemon butter and slow-roasted duck in Grand Marnier Sauce. (No children under 12.)

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OneNINEone (Hyatt Regency) 191 Oxford Rd, Rosebank / Tel: +27 11 280-1234 http://johannesburg.regency.hyatt.com/en/hotel/dining/oneNINEone-restaurant.html

oneNINEone, at the Hyatt Regency, is a stylish, modern restaurant in a cosmopolitan setting with a modern, ethnic surrounding offering a menu reflecting the inspired cuisine that is the trademark of this superb restaurant. Seeking its inspiration from all over the world, the dishes are eclectic, offering the discerning guest a variety of cuisine from around the world, with a unique South African flair. The restaurant has a light and welcoming feel, with an open- plan kitchen in the centre. Guests can also choose to dine in the hotel’s garden.

ATHOLPLACE RESTAURANT 90 Pretoria Ave, Atholl / Tel: +27 11 783 7553 http://www.morukuru.com/places/atholplacerestaurant/

AtholPlace Restaurant is the hidden gem of the beautiful boutique styled AtholPlace Hotel & Villa. Surrounded by an abundance of tropical trees and serenity, the restaurant extends outside onto the relaxing terrace overlooking the stunning manicured lawn and glistening hotel pool. AtholPlace Restaurant is well known for its personalized service and homely feeling and is a proud member of Relais & Chateaux. You can start by getting your taste buds tingling in their intimate bar and library where delicious canapés await you. Choose one of the wines from our extensive wine cellar to suit all tastes, or try a popular draft beer, brewed locally. The carefully crafted dinner menu changes daily, making every experience at AtholPlace Restaurant exciting and unique. Chef Wynand Van Der Watt utilizes his experience and his passion for food to create dishes of varied influence and a true expression of flavor.

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THE RESIDENCE No 17 4th Ave, Houghton / Tel: +27 11 853 2480 http://theresidence.co.za/dining.html

A warm, hospitable welcome awaits you at The Residence, located in the historic suburb of Houghton, which is also home to many famous residents including former president Nelson Mandela. The Residence exudes a charming air of quiet dignity, with an abundance of bougainvillea blossoms cascading down the terraced gardens. This is a blissful oasis where guests are treated with personalized service and are invited to make themselves at home. The dining experiences can be in the formal dining room, on the sky terrace or in the garden patio.

FRENCH

EMOYENI 15 Jubilee Rd, Parktown / Tel: +27 11 544 6900 www.emoyeniestate.co.za

On the highest point, of the highest ridge in Parktown sits Emoyeni Estate. Up in the air in Zulu, Emoyeni offers sweeping panoramic views over the forest that is the Northern Suburbs of Johannesburg all the way to the Magaliesburg. Built in 1905 this Edwardian-era masterpiece boasts grand Tuscan colonnades and majestic Palladian windows. The overwhelmingly rich interiors boast Venetian glass chandeliers and original fireplaces in every room.

Food gives a nod to the east here and there, but is infallibly French. Crumbed chevre cheese is predictably fine. The calamari tempura is exciting: a bowl of the tiddliest light calamari pieces. Duck with port is as good as the French do it, nestling against pear and pine nuts. A hoisin steak is served with broccoli and risotto. Admire the crème brûlée, which arrives under its fine gold, crisp whisper. The taste, too, is perfect.

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LE SOUFFLE Pineslopes Shopping Centre, Fourways / Tel: +27 11 465 4116 http://www.lesouffle.co.za/

Irene and Marc Guébert have been running high caliber Restaurants since the seventies, such as Le Francais Restaurant in Rosebank, the Ile de France Restaurant in Dunkeld West and Cramerview. Le Soufflé is a typical French Bistro / Brasserie - a casual eatery with warm brick walls and red and white check table cloths. Naturally, the restaurant prides itself on that classic French dish, the soufflé. Here it’s served in a variety of savory options like the favorite, a combination of smoked salmon, fresh salmon and spinach. For sweets, even those who don't have a sweet tooth will go weak at the knees at the thought of their famous chocolate chip soufflé. French classics reign: in winter the hearty, slow-cooked cassoulet lends a warm feeling of comfort and wellbeing. Another excellent choice (and all- year favorite at this establishment) is the traditional Provençal bouillabaisse. They offer a variety of other meat and fish dishes, but a casual lunch begs for one of their hamburgers, like the French burger with goose liver and port wine. Also a good call would be one of their famous pies, served with mash: duck and cherry, for example, or beef and Guinness. You’ll also find a list of crunchy salads, good enough to enjoy either as full portion for lunch or as a starter at dinner.

INDIAN

GHAZAL Coachman’s Crossing, Peter Place, Sandton / Tel: +27 11 706 9826 http://www.dining-out.co.za/md/Ghazal-North-Indian-Restaurant-Bryanston/2259

Considered one of the best Indian restaurants in Johannesburg, Ghazal offers authentic North Indian cuisine with sensational spice balance and a wide variety of curries. The meat and chicken pieces are always succulent and moist. Here the world class Chef brings the timeless art of mixing herbs and spices to give quality food. Try the gosht badami tender lean lamb in an almond and cream gravy or the gorgeous kingklip curry in a spicy and fragrant paste. A highlight is the prawn masala, which has a delicate, mild blend of spices that compliments the sweet prawns perfectly. It’s a must for prawn lovers.

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VIKRAMS Lonehill Shopping Centre, Lonehill Blvd, Lonehill / Tel: +27 11 467 9409/9442 http://www.vikrams.co.za/site/

Only the best quality ingredients make their way into our kitchen and from there to the table to take you on a unique gastronomical adventure. Vikrams’ offers a more sophisticated dining experience for those who are seeking to explore beyond the ordinary and discover the full potential of Indian fine dining. The food here is nothing short of an artistic masterpiece, from internationally acclaimed curries to delicious chicken and mutton recipes. The mouth- watering delicacies never fail to impress. The spices usually accused of being magical, which are rare and add that special aroma and taste to the delicacies are used to perfection. To ensure that every trip to Vikrams is an intriguing one, our guest are looked after by a team of friendly and hospitable staff, who concentrate on making sure that our guests enjoy their time and experience the unique gastronomical adventure in Vikram's style.

ITALIAN/MEDITERRANEAN

MEDEO RESTAURANT AT THE PALAZZO Montecasino Boulevard, Fourways / Tel: +27 11 510 3000 https://www.tsogosun.com/medeo

Medeo Restaurant serves cuisine freshly prepared by world-class chefs. The menu is inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean and offers carefully selected South African and international wines. Guests can enjoy a breakfast buffet or a la carte from 06:30 to 11:00 daily. An a la carte lunch and dinner menu is available daily. This restaurant also services the large terrace and two wooden decks where you can have a cocktail while enjoying the beautiful scenery and view of Johannesburg.

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LA CUCINA DI CIRO 43 7th Ave, Parktown North / Tel: +27 11 442 5187 or 447 1031 http://www.lacucinadiciro.co.za/

In season, you’ll find copious amounts of flowering red roses, to match the touches of crimson in the décor and the silver and red chandeliers. The large verandah is the first spot to fill in this spacious venue. The vibe is relaxed, and the feeling you get is one of generosity. Chef Ciro’s talent is to bring new taste experiences to the table. His cassoulet is a garlicky lamb dish, cooked with aubergines, red peppers, lentils and chickpeas. Another interesting dish sees him encasing a fresh SASSI fish in a butterbean and saffron paste. Classics on his menu, so popular he dare not to remove it, includes the grilled fillet in a light Madeira sauce, served with a raviolo of duck liver mixed with walnut and fig. The snails, served in a tomato and herbed garlic sauce with hot and spongy fingers of Parmesan polenta, is still the most popular starter. Desserts are also a highlight, especially the panettone-and-butter pudding with its supreme sauce of amaretto, orange and apricot.

PRONTO The Colony Shopping Centre, 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Craighall Park / Tel: +27 11 447 4346 http://www.dining-out.co.za/md/Pronto-Italian-Restaurant/3120

The restaurant is elegantly decorated; the tables covered in grey tablecloths dotted with white napkins. Despite the air of sophistication about the place, it is still cozy, drawing a crowd of both young families and businessmen. It has won numerous awards over the years for its delicious food and excellent service. The state-of-the art kitchen serves pizza and signature dishes such as tagliatta al rucola (sirloin steak with rocket and parmesan shavings) and Umbrian inspired Salsiccia with grapes. Already well-known for its superior pastas and specialty dishes, Pronto developed a reputation for serving up a consistent quality and friendly service. The best local and imported ingredients form the backbone of the menu. An extensive wine list offers local, Italian, Spanish and French choices, while the house wines are bi-certified organic from Treviso in Italy.

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CAFÉ DEL SOL BOTANICO Bryanston Shopping Centre, cnr William Nicol & Ballyclare, Bryanston / Tel: +27 11 463 0207 http://www.cafedelsol.co.za/

As the name suggests, this is a bright and airy space where lots of attention was paid to create an environment that would be worthy of the description ‘Botanico’. Apart from a multitude of hanging plants, the outside area has a glass waterfall to soften the transition to the outside world and create a restful respite from Johannesburg days. The restaurant area, in beiges and light greens, manages to combine a slightly more formal ambiance with an airy sophistication. From nibbly bits (olives, biltong and berries) to some serious Italian fare such as a 400g beef T-bone tagliata with porcini trifolati, fresh black truffle butter and triple cooked chips, the options are vast. The selection of main courses include black sesame-crusted salmon with avocado mash, Campari and fresh grapefruit salsa with a vanilla and sweet chilli sauce, or a Polpette burger with Fontal cheese, caramelized onion, streaky bacon, sundried tomato relish and rocket. One could splurge and enjoy butternut gnocchi with sage and walnut cream served with fresh black truffles, or a chorizo risotto with exotic mushrooms, tomato, paprika and white wine. Also a good option is any of the many pizzas. The Bianca based pizzas are topped with items such as smoked salmon, crème fraiche, red onion and rocket, or potato, caramelized onion, parmesan and rosemary.

STEAKHOUSE

WOMBLES STEAKHOUSE 17 3rd Ave, Parktown North / Tel: +27 11 880 2470/2473 http://www.wombles.co.za/

Since 1984 Wombles Steakhouse Restaurant has provided customers with man-size portions of Zimbabwean beef and other culinary delights. Owners Duncan and Yvetter Barker run Wombles in Parktown North after a period in Australia where they owned Campo de Fiori and previously the Wombles in Harare. The restaurant offers a colonial/plantation style ambience with ‘Out of Africa’ style cuisine to match. Relaxed atmosphere filled with candlelight or an outdoor lunch in the garden make for a classic dining experience. A selection of steaks, poultry, pasta and seafood are on the daily menu with a carefully selected range of popular dishes from Barkers Lodge, Campo de Fiori and Wombles Zimbabwe.

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TURN ‘N’ TENDER ILLOVO 204 Oxford Rd, Illovo / Tel: +27 11 268 2107 http://www.turnntender.co.za/

This upmarket steakhouse chain was founded by four brothers in the 1970s, and the restaurants are still among Johannesburg’s most popular for easy dining. Meat is the specialty, with a wide range of steaks, ribs, and burgers to choose from. For something very South African—and yet a little different from the popular oxtail dish—try the Karoo lambtail braised in thick tomato sauce. Aside from the Illovo branch, there are other Turn 'n' Tender outlets in Bryanston, Parktown North, Bedfordview, and Boksburg.

PRETORIA

CONTEMPORARY

BLU SAFFRON Pretoria Country Club, 241 Sidney Ave, Waterkloof / Tel: +27 12 346 0223 http://www.blusaffron.co.za/

The restaurant seems to have grown from what may have been a house right on the golf greens – so it has various interlinking rooms that provide both public and private dining areas. It is the exquisite view over the Pretoria Country Club golf greens that make the veranda an absolute haven. One of the managers will come around to recite some of the day’s specials, which may include well-prepared and presented calf's liver, pan-fried with bacon, onion and Dijon mustard sauce, or kingklip with ginger, fennel and Pernod sauce. The menu is compact, yet provides something that would appeal to most tastes, ranging from a biltong salad and Parma ham served with Roquefort and strawberries to a beef tartare that the menu claims is ‘for the connoisseur’. Their Blu rump has nothing to do with the degree of doneness, but in fact comes topped with Roquefort and is served with a separate blue cheese sauce.

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DE KLOOF RESTAURANT Waterkloof Golf Estate, Johan Rissik Dr, Eclipse Rd / Tel: +27 12 771 8655 http://dekloofrestaurant.co.za/

Being part of a golf estate, the premises was ready-made and a bonus is the outside stoep, from which one can enjoy spectacular sunsets. While the starters and desserts also delivered in terms of taste and quality, it’s the mains that take center stage here. This is modern fine dining, and it is already one of Tswane’s best taste experiences. Dishes playfully named Mary Had Lamb, Big Bad Wolf and Birdies to designate the meat dishes. This touch of humor certainly adds a smile to the meal. The dish of apricot and lemon-stuffed lamb loin wrapped in the belly, a lamb- head medallion, pea purée with parmesan polenta and roasted tomato for splashes of color, gives new meaning to the head-to-tail concept, and offers texture and a variety of tastes on one plate. The Birdies dish comprises stuffed turkey in honey bacon, delicately prepared quail, chicken popcorn and cauliflower purée with rooibos and thyme jus. The tenderness of the meat and the beautiful blending of the differently flavored and textured birds leave an excellent impression. The clear star is the masterstock-braised pork belly, accompanied by panko-crumbed pork cheek and neck, butternut and carrot purée, apple and ginger chutney and apple glaze.

PROSOPA WATERKLOOF Waterkloof Heights Shopping Centre, 103 Club Ave, Waterkloof / Tel: +27 12 460 1663 http://www.dining-out.co.za/md/Prosopa/3620

This restaurant falls in a class of its own, with a strong individual look. It’s a simple, strictly cream-coloured space with clean lines. Owner Dino Fagas is probably his own toughest taskmaster, so expect a classy experience. The food ranges from a super mezze selection that includes crunchy squid heads, marinated feta or peppers, taramasalata, tzatziki, chorizo or fried brinjals – all good picks. You might find yourself getting stuck because of the number of choices, but explore further, because anything from the osso buco to the moussaka would be a perfect pick. They have a strong meat selection, with the kleftiko (traditional Greek lamb) a good choice, but the lamb shank is also a winner. For something sweet, the galaktoboureko, their version of a Greek milk tart in phyllo pastry, drenched in sticky syrup, is irresistible. Expect a quality experience with food that is both classic and comforting.

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FINE DINING

KREAM Brooklyn Bridge, 570 Fehrsen St, Brooklyn / Tel: +27 12 346 4642/4 http://kream.co.za/

Sophisticated, slick and sexy. This thoughtfully decorated space exudes confident style without being stuffy and formal. Kream offers an interesting combination of South African favorites and contemporary fusion food. Wonderfully developed, layered flavors and creative plating make this an inspired dining destination in Pretoria. The menu includes a wide variety of matured steak: choose from fillet, rump or sirloin, served simply grilled or in options like the fillet with grilled bone marrow and truffled bordelaise sauce and the cognac-flambéed steak with garlic and herb butter. Standout dishes include roasted quail with bourbon-poached pear, the rack of lamb with slow- roasted garlic and basil jus and the salmon with shimeji-mushroom risotto, buttered asparagus and hollandaise. The dessert selection includes some intriguing options like popcorn crème brûlée, chocolate curry panna cotta with coconut ice cream, and goat’s cheese and blueberry cheesecake, as well as some standards like brownies and crêpes Suzette.

RESTAURANT MOSAIC AT THE ORIENT (The Orient Boutique Hotel) Francolin Conservation Area, Crocodile River Valley, Elandsfontein / Tel: +27 12 371 2902/3/4/5 https://www.restaurantmosaic.com/

Having travelled the world, filling several passports in the process, Chantel found her second home in Paris where she fell in love with the Belle Epoque Restaurants such as Le Grand Colbert, Vaganende and La Fermette Marbeuf. When asked how she wanted to decorate Restaurant Mosaic, her choice was easy – in the Art Nouveau style. Renowned South African Impressionist artists and interior decorators were commissioned to step back in time to the romantic early 1900s to create a restaurant that was both romantic and unique. It has an intimate feel with booth- type seats and two private dining rooms. Chantel’s seasonal menus – which change quarterly - are inspired by nature. She has travelled the world in search of inspiration and travels internationally at least twice a year to keep abreast of current trends. However, she is not a follower of ever changing food fancies and prefers to stay true to her vision of contemporary-classical cuisine and finds most of her inspiration from the great masters of Europe. The food is based around Dégustation tasting menus, although it also offers a la carte.

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