
What to Eat in Johannesburg
Thanks to Jozi's diverse population, which consists of multiple ethnicities and sizable Zimbabwean, Mozambican, Nigerian, Somali, Chinese and Indian communities, Jo'burg cuisine features an array of influences and flavor profiles. Notable local delicacies include umleqwa (a Xhosa-style chicken stew), pap (boiled corn meal that has the consistency of mashed potatoes), samoosa (a savory, triangular pastry commonly found in Indian and Malay cuisine) and boerewors (or "farmer sausage" that resembles a Dutch sausage called verse worst).
For the ultimate bush-like atmosphere, Jozi diners recommend a visit to Wombles. Known for its exceptional steaks – enjoyed within a hunting lodge-inspired space – and top-notch service, Wombles receives tons of praise from former visitors. And for those with a smaller food budget, consider grabbing a bite at Lucky Bean, which is located in Johannesburg's trendy Melville neighborhood and features local bistro-style fare like an ostrich burger (a traditional burger with an ostrich patty), springbok pie (a meat pie made with antelope instead of beef) and casamance chicken (a chicken casserole dish originally from Senegal).
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- #1Ristorante La Trinita#1 of 1,503 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (304)$ - $$ | Italian, Pizza, MediterraneanShop G1A ,Kyalami Downs Shopping Centre Kyalami Park Corner off Kyalami Boulevard & Main Road, Johannesburg 1684 South AfricaRead More » - #2Plaka Restaurant Cresta#2 of 1,503 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (507)$ - $$ | Mediterranean, GreekShop U224, Entrance 12, Cresta Shopping Centre, Beyers Naude Dr, Northcliff, Johannesburg 2194 South AfricaRead More » - #3The Grillhouse Rosebank#3 of 1,503 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (2032)$ - $$ | Steakhouse, GrillC/O Oxford Road & Bierman Avenu Shop 1, The Firs / Hyatt Shopping Centre, Johannesburg 2196 South AfricaRead More » - #4The Local Grill#4 of 1,503 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (576)$ - $$ | Steakhouse, Barbecue7th 3rd Avenue Parktown North, Johannesburg 2193 South AfricaRead More » - #5Trumps Grillhouse and Butchery#5 of 1,503 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (1586)$ - $$ | Seafood, International, Grill, Steakhouse, BarbecueMaude Street - Shop 11, Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton, South Africa Nelson Mandela Square, Johannesburg 2196 South AfricaRead More » - #6Cafe del Sol Classico#6 of 1,503 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (938)$ - $$ | Italian, Mediterranean, EuropeanOlivedale Corner Centre Corner of Olive & President Fouche Roads, Johannesburg South AfricaRead More » - #7Quills#7 of 1,503 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (400)$ - $$ | EuropeanO.R. Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park , Gauteng 68.7 metres from International Arrivals Hall, Johannesburg 1627 South AfricaRead More » - #1Lucky Bean#1 of 6 Places to Eat in Melville
Tripadvisor (437)$ - $$ | African, International, Fusion16 7th Street, Melville, Johannesburg 2092 South AfricaRead More » - #9Mozambik Linksfield#9 of 1,503 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (1165)$ - $$ | Seafood, Portuguese110 Linksfield Drive On the corner of Club and Linksfield Road, Johannesburg 2198 South AfricaRead More » - #10Clico Restaurant#10 of 1,503 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (292)$$ | European, International, Contemporary27 Sturdee Avenue Rosebank, Johannesburg 2196 South AfricaRead More » - #11The Big Mouth#11 of 1,503 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (745)$ - $$ | Sushi, Grill, Seafood, Asian, HealthyNelson Mandela Square, Johannesburg 2146 South AfricaRead More » - #12Urbanologi#12 of 1,503 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (206)$ - $$ | Bar, Contemporary, Pub, Beer restaurants, Japanese Fusion1 Fox Street, Johannesburg 2001 South AfricaRead More » - #13Ghazal#13 of 1,503 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (347)$ - $$ | IndianShop No. 28, Coachmans Crossing Peter Place, Johannesburg 2060 South AfricaRead More » - #14DW 11-13#14 of 1,503 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (500)$$ | EuropeanCorner Bompass and Jan Smuts avenue Dunkeld West, Johannesburg South AfricaRead More » - #15Mezepoli Meze and Wine Bar#15 of 1,503 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (308)$ - $$ | GreekWhiteley Road The Piazza, Melrose Arch, Johannesburg 2196 South AfricaRead More » - #16Thundergun Steakhouse#16 of 1,503 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (323)$ - $$ | Steakhouse, Bar, Barbecue, GrillPalala Centre, Shop 5 Corner Beyers Naude and Lewisham Road, Johannesburg 2195 South AfricaRead More » - #17Olives & Plates Restaurant#17 of 1,503 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (133)$ - $$ | Mediterranean, EuropeanWITS West Campus _ Empire Road North Gate Entrance 7, Johannesburg 2000 South AfricaRead More » - #18Tashas Rosebank#18 of 1,503 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (1183)$ - $$ | International, European, ContemporaryShop G28, The Zone Rosebank, Oxford Road, Rosebank, Johannesburg, Johannesburg 2196 South AfricaRead More » - #19Pigalle Melrose Arch#19 of 1,503 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (323)$$ | Seafood, European, Portuguese, InternationalShop HL48 Level 05 Melrose Arch, Johannesburg 2076 South AfricaRead More » - #20Qunu Restaurant#20 of 1,503 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (255)$$ | International, European36 Saxon Road, Johannesburg 2196 South AfricaRead More »
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