Johannesburg Travel Guide

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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#1
Ristorante La Trinita
#1 of 1,491 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (301)
$ - $$ | Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean
Shop G1A ,Kyalami Downs Shopping Centre Kyalami Park Corner off Kyalami Boulevard & Main Road, Johannesburg 1684 South Africa
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#2
The Grillhouse Rosebank
#2 of 1,491 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (2030)
$ - $$ | Steakhouse, Grill
C/O Oxford Road & Bierman Avenu Shop 1, The Firs / Hyatt Shopping Centre, Johannesburg 2196 South Africa
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#3
Plaka Restaurant Cresta
#3 of 1,491 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (507)
$ - $$ | Mediterranean, Greek
Shop U224, Entrance 12, Cresta Shopping Centre, Beyers Naude Dr, Northcliff, Johannesburg 2194 South Africa
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#4
The Local Grill
#4 of 1,491 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (575)
$ - $$ | Steakhouse, Barbecue
7th 3rd Avenue Parktown North, Johannesburg 2193 South Africa
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#5
Trumps Grillhouse and Butchery
#5 of 1,491 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (1584)
$ - $$ | Seafood, International, Grill, Steakhouse, Barbecue
Maude Street - Shop 11, Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton, South Africa Nelson Mandela Square, Johannesburg 2196 South Africa
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#6
Cafe del Sol Classico
#6 of 1,491 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (936)
$ - $$ | Italian, Mediterranean, European
Olivedale Corner Centre Corner of Olive & President Fouche Roads, Johannesburg South Africa
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#7
Quills
#7 of 1,491 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (398)
$ - $$ | European
O.R. Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park , Gauteng 68.7 metres from International Arrivals Hall, Johannesburg 1627 South Africa
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#1
Lucky Bean
#1 of 6 Places to Eat in Melville
Tripadvisor (437)
$ - $$ | African, International, Fusion
16 7th Street, Melville, Johannesburg 2092 South Africa
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#9
Mozambik Linksfield
#9 of 1,491 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (1160)
$ - $$ | Seafood, Portuguese
110 Linksfield Drive On the corner of Club and Linksfield Road, Johannesburg 2198 South Africa
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#10
Clico Restaurant
#10 of 1,491 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (286)
$$ | European, International, Contemporary
27 Sturdee Avenue Rosebank, Johannesburg 2196 South Africa
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#11
Urbanologi
#11 of 1,491 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (206)
$ - $$ | Bar, Contemporary, Pub, Beer restaurants, Japanese Fusion
1 Fox Street, Johannesburg 2001 South Africa
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#12
The Big Mouth
#12 of 1,491 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (738)
$ - $$ | Sushi, Grill, Seafood, Asian, Healthy
Nelson Mandela Square, Johannesburg 2146 South Africa
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#13
DW 11-13
#13 of 1,491 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (498)
$$ | European
Corner Bompass and Jan Smuts avenue Dunkeld West, Johannesburg South Africa
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#14
Olives & Plates Restaurant
#14 of 1,491 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (133)
$ - $$ | Mediterranean, European
WITS West Campus _ Empire Road North Gate Entrance 7, Johannesburg 2000 South Africa
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#15
Mezepoli Meze and Wine Bar
#15 of 1,491 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (307)
$ - $$ | Greek
Whiteley Road The Piazza, Melrose Arch, Johannesburg 2196 South Africa
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#16
Thundergun Steakhouse
#16 of 1,491 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (324)
$ - $$ | Steakhouse, Bar, Barbecue, Grill
Palala Centre, Shop 5 Corner Beyers Naude and Lewisham Road, Johannesburg 2195 South Africa
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#17
Qunu Restaurant
#17 of 1,491 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (255)
$$ | International, European
36 Saxon Road, Johannesburg 2196 South Africa
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#18
Tashas Rosebank
#18 of 1,491 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (1181)
$ - $$ | International, Contemporary
Shop G28, The Zone Rosebank, Oxford Road, Rosebank, Johannesburg, Johannesburg 2196 South Africa
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#19
Level Four
#19 of 1,491 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (261)
$$ | European, Contemporary
54 Bath Avenue 54 on Bath, Johannesburg 2196 South Africa
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#20
Restaurante Parreirinha
#20 of 1,491 Places to Eat in Johannesburg
Tripadvisor (261)
$ - $$ | Seafood, Mediterranean, European, Portuguese
No. 9, 6th Street La Rochelle, Johannesburg 2190 South Africa
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