There is a charming Toulouse Lautrec feel with nouveau mirrors, crisp white tablecloths and dark wood tables with sandblasted partitions, at this restaurant. A chatty, informal bar serves stylish cocktails. Twice-chosen as one of the Top 10 restaurants in South Africa by a prestigious annual restaurant guide, Brasserie de Paris offers hearty French provincial dishes, a fine ambiance and a good selection of locally raised and competitively priced French wines and ports.
Ornately carved screens and gilded pillars in a beautifully decorated Indian restaurant, set the scene for an excellent meal. The décor at Pride of India is ornate, sumptuous and complete with a tinkling fountain, a central skylight and filigreed pillars, subdued lighting and wonderful views of the Pretoria night sky. Famous for its North Indian cuisine, it mostly offers large-portioned dishes with delicate, subtle flavors and superb Indian desserts. All dishes are strictly halaal.
One of the best bets in town for live music, Café Barcelona has lots of great gigs every month. And there is no lack of food either. With both a restaurant and a bar on the premises, Café Barcelona has everything you need to have a good time.
The original Papachinos in Fourways, Sandton, this restaurant has been a fast favorite since it opened in 2003. The casual dining spotis known for its hearty comfort specials, prepared with the freshest ingredients. A personal touch is evident in each of their culinary creations, with a focus on natural and organic preparations. Share moreish appetizers like the trinchado, beef strips simmered in red wine and garlic with potato roasts, followed by the flavorful Mama Lanza, a flame-grilled cut of prime beef on a bed of rocket. If you prefer pizza, their Rozanna pizza and the Bossa Mussolini are worth a try. Save room for dessert, the affogato and the Waffle Valentino are simply divine. There is an excellent selection of wines to accompany your meal, while the kids will appreciate signature shakes like the Nutella Whiz and Bubblegum Shake and a variety of fresh juices.
Clothes are not the only things designers create. Think again. How about designer desserts in colonial settings? Step into the Cantare Supper Club and gorge on the various desserts. For the main course, try the Oysters Bloody Mary and accompany it with some wine. If you're no connoisseur, then the waiter will match your order with classic wines from the restaurant's cellar. Satiate your palate with their breakfast menu. This club also caters to special functions and parties. Enjoy your meal with some musical and stage performances hosted by the club.
Far from the chaos of the city is a charming bistro, the menu of which is modest but interesting and ever-changing nevertheless. An erstwhile farmhouse, La Vie Lente exudes a serene and rustic ambiance which is ideal for those seeking moments of solitude. With an elaborate alfresco set-up, this restaurant is in equal parts sophisticated and relaxed. Here, you are expected to be lured by aromatic fare coming straight from their intimate kitchens. Rejoice over a cuppa, bond with your little ones over hearty platters or indulge in a blissful conversation with your significant other over a glass of the choicest wine, La Vie Lente promises all this and more. They also have a specially curated kids' menu and a play area. An array of airy, beautifully done-up rooms await you and your party, for several events.
Chagall's has a slightly tongue-in-cheek decor, in an old gabled home in the diplomatic quarter. There are a number of intimate dining areas with a patio, and a paved English garden with marble tables and pretty steel chairs. There is a strong French slant but with lots of oriental influences in both cooking and presentation. There are also elements of home cooking with a French provincial touch. Produce is all fresh from the market. Carefully chosen vintage and Cape auction wines are available.
The Turkish Table is a local restaurant that serves authentic Turkish cuisine. The restaurant has received much love from the local customers and is a popular spot for those who like experimenting with cuisines from different cultures. They serve classic Turkish delicacies like Shish Kebab, Chicken Fillets, and Lamb Chops. the delicious chicken chops are a specialty of the restaurant. They also serve Turkish desserts and beverages. The indoor seating area is intimate and is furnished with a minimal and classic decor and wooden seating whereas the outdoor seating is furnished with beautiful Turkish motifs and bright red accents, giving it a very authentic vibe.
At this charming Manor, which has been converted to a cooking school and eatery, cookery students offer their talents and dishes to guests. Under supervision, the students offer a five course table d'hote menu. Larger functions are also accommodated alfresco, under a marquee. Chef Sidney Cousins creates an elegant South African flavored dining experience with a different table d'hote menu each week. There is vegetarian blazon from Chaine de Rotisseurs, waterblommetjie soup with biltong garnish, Scottish salmon with black pasta, Chinese cabbage, sun dried tomato sauce and dill pesto and hazelnut and chocolate cake. To accompany this, there is a well-balanced and reasonably priced wine list.
The Blue Room is a modern restaurant and bar which is an ideal place to go if you love some good live music while you are dining. The place serves delicious delicacies like meat grills, mixed grill platters and a variety of combo meals which will help fill your bellies while you devour their extensive cocktails and spirits selection. The indoor area is cozy and is furnished in modern decor with black colored furnishings giving it a very sleek and finished look. They play new live music on the weekends and hence the place is usually jam-packed with people.
Housed within Naturally Yours Centre, Chez Girard is an intimate spot to devour authentic French cuisine. This Bryanston Continental bistro radiates a laid-back setting, allowing its guests to enjoy the impeccable hospitality native to French cafes and look forward to a memorable dining experience. The space is divided into three airy sections. While the main dining rooms radiates a warm milieu, the cigar bar proffers a cozy ambiance to light up a cigarette or sip on some chilled concoctions. The Bar promises to be a trendy venue for private galas and corporate events. Menu specials like Chicken supreme and Lamb noisette diable é are worth sampling at Chez Girard.
La Terrasse is a beautiful rooftop cafe that serves traditional and fusion Moroccan food. Their specialties are the snack platters, the Harira Soup, and the Chicken Tangine which will have your taste-buds tingling. The rosewater cheesecake is a must-have dessert along with the selective list of wines that they serve. The place is beautifully furnished with a modern decor and colorful furnishings with a Moroccan touch. The place in itself gives off a very cozy aura and makes your experience very special and pleasant.