Indulge in a premium range of coffees at Bean There, located within the 44 Stanley, at Milpark. Ethical sourcing is one of the primary philosophies at Bean There, which procures all its coffee through Fair Trade. A keen eye for detail, right from the sourcing of single bean coffees to the roasting process has resulted in the cafe offering consistently good brews. Roasting happens on site in small batches guaranteeing the freshest coffee experience. Enjoy the brews at the intimate seating area or carry a pack home to make your own cup of heaven. Check website for more.
Experience a myriad of worldly flavors at this charming cafe-style restaurant located in Milpark. The food menu has no specific focus, with chef Claudia Giannoccaro taking inspiration from her travels around the globe, and offers a delightful choice of specialties. Honest food without pretense is the only theme to the menu. House favorites include 5 spice calamari, Thai Style Fish Cakes and Salvation Gourmet Beef Burger. There's a small selection for kids as well. Don't forget to check their daily specials. Their breakfast menu has loyal following with patrons who just can't seem to get enough of the perfectly poached eggs benedict. Bring the delicious treats to your party with the catering service on offer. The restaurant can also be rented for private events. Check website for more.
Sway to some well-curated live music gigs and dig on some delicious burgers and pizzas at Rumours Lounge, a hip venue in the heart of Johannesburg. Found in the city's Weltevredenpark, this laid-back spot offers cozy lounge-style seating areas and an excellent choice of alcoholic drinks to its guests. The stage is graced by a number of established as well as emerging South African musicians and indie bands who specialize in genres like contemporary, metal, jazz and rock 'n' roll. Large TV screens play live sporting action, inviting all sports buffs to watch their favorite personalities in a relaxed setting.
The Radium Beer Hall in Orange Grove is a happening jazz bar and restaurant. The restaurant has live jazz bands playing on most days. The Radium is practically a tourist attraction and has a Joburg feel to it owing to its long history—it was started as a tearoom in 1929 and turned into a bar in 1944. The bar also serves snacks and spicy Portuguese food which you can enjoy on the long bar just like in the old days of mining!
Koi Restaurant entices your palate with devouring Asian delicacies as you dine here. The restaurant is known for offering a range of Pan Asian variety along with an impressive list of beverages. Enjoy some steaming dimsums or opt for sushi rolls or choose from the variety of delicious noodles and curries. You can pair your meal with the unique African cocktail offerings or enjoy fine wines and other beverages from their menu. Its elegant interiors and cozy furnishings complemented with warm hospitality make this a great spot to catch up with your friends as you unwind after work.
The Brazen Head offers a unique dining experience in Johannesburg. The casual restaurant/pub blends the lively atmosphere and impeccable draft selection of a typical Irish pub with a South African spirit. The spacious restaurant opens up into a charming veranda with picnic seating and a private library where guests can browse that also hosts intimate musical performances by local artists. Sip on original concoctions like the Brazen Head Tropical Tonic or a classic with a twist like the bitter apricot whisky sour. Savor house specialties like the beef and Guinness pie or the balsamic marinated lamb chops and soak in the laid-back atmosphere. Come here on game night for heaped snack platters, pints of beer and to cheer on your favorite team. Kids are welcome during the day, and the restaurant offers a special kids menu as well.
The Atrium, is cozily tucked on the ground floor of classy and chic Inter-Continental Sandton Sun & Towers. It truly represents the hotel in terms of good service and quality standards. Relaxed and casual atmosphere add to the experience. Enjoy the sumptuous breakfast or the delicious dinner. The fresh and fine ingredients enhance the taste; jazz music is a good accompaniment. Grilled Sea Bass and Open Lasagna being the favorites. Complete the meal with a glass of Chardonnay. Do drop in for a perfect meal.
With a significant presence throughout the city, this home-grown chain of cafes is one of the city's favorite for its daily caffeine fix. Wiesenhof sources from some of the best coffee-producing regions in the world, and operates its own roastery to ensure a high quality product. Besides the choice of coffee, they also offer teas, milkshakes and soft drinks. The food menu goes beyond the usual cafe fare, with hearty breakfast choices, baked goodies, sandwiches, salads and much more. Check website for more.
Indulge in a premium range of coffees at Bean There, located within the 44 Stanley, at Milpark. Ethical sourcing is one of the primary philosophies at Bean There, which procures all its coffee through Fair Trade. A keen eye for detail, right from the sourcing of single bean coffees to the roasting process has resulted in the cafe offering consistently good brews. Roasting happens on site in small batches guaranteeing the freshest coffee experience. Enjoy the brews at the intimate seating area or carry a pack home to make your own cup of heaven. Check website for more.
Tucked away at a street intersection in Braamfontein, Father Coffee brings in the connoisseurs with its dedication to the fine beverage. The roastery and coffee bar has garnered numerous accolades and awards for its delicious blends. There's a choice of baked goodies for company. The cafe's smart interiors study in minimalism, with wooden slats engulfing everything from the bar to the walls. Folding wooden platforms attached to the walls take care of the seating and tables, while bare bulbs suspended from the ceiling give an air of warmth to the place. A regular haunt of professionals and students in the area, it's a comfy space to get your caffeine fix. Their blends are also available for purchase.
White upholstered dining areas beautifully blend with textured walls and white ceiling at Cafe Del Sol, a trendy Italian joint in the heart of Johannesburg. This Cafe Del Sol outlet is found at the bustling Olivedale Corner Shopping Centre and welcomes a mix of locals and tourists alike. A thoughtfully crafted menu introduces gourmands to the aromatic spices and herbs of Italy's Amalfi coast, Sicily and other regions. Apart from the regular pastas and pizzas, one also gets to devour delectable gnocchi, ravioli, lasagne and succulent seafood preparations. Go for the Porcini risotto, a heavenly dish made with pork fillet, truffle oil, peas, mushrooms and other peppery ingredients. Stuffed calamari also happens to be a favorite here, as food snobs simply love gorging on the calamaris bursting with capers, green olives, red pepper, chili and ricotta cheese.
If the words "healthy dining" bring to your mind images of drab and unsubstantial plates of salad, dry toast and tasteless slivers of meat, allow Cafe Zing to redefine the very concept with its decadent selection of dishes. The cafe offers an imaginative variety of dishes prepared using natural ingredients like organic produce, free-range poultry and other fresh ingredients. Sample whole wheat buttermilk pancakes and scrambled eggs with smoked salmon for breakfast, spicy Thai vegetable wraps, lamb burgers with mango chutney and beef fillet salad for lunch, and lamb chops with a side of wasabi potato mash for dinner. While the menu sounds rich and indulgent, every dish is packed with the goodness of fresh, natural ingredients for a meal that is flavorful and healthy at the same time. Through soft hues, fresh flowers and mirrors, the cafe creates a light-filled space that is bright, inviting and decadent in its own special way.