Restaurants in South Africa

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Babel Named Africa’s Best Farm-to-Table Restaurant At The 2026 World Culinary Awards

Babel Restaurant

Paarl, Western Cape

17 October 2026 - Babel, the acclaimed restaurant at Babylonstoren in the Cape Winelands, has been named Africa’s Best Farm-to-Table Restaurant at the 2026 World Culinary Awards, ...

Meet The Finalists Of The 2026 Diners Club Winemaker And Young Winemaker Of The Year Awards

16 October 2026 - The finalists for the 2026 Diners Club Winemaker and Young Winemaker of the Year awards have been announced. Six winemakers have been shortlisted for the prestigious W...

Crocworld Opens Stallholder Bookings For Festive Night Market And Carols By Candlelight

Fish Eagle Cafe

Scottburgh, Kwazulu Natal

16 October 2026 - Crocworld Adventure & Conservation Centre invites local businesses, crafters and vendors to book a stall for its festive Night Market and Carols by Candlelight on ...

South African Brandy Stands Proud At Home And Abroad

15 October 2026 - South African brandy is making its mark on the world stage, with local producers earning top honours at two prestigious spirits awards ceremonies in London and Cape To...

2026 FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 Celebrates 20 Years Of Excellence

QUARTZ At Quoin Rock

Stellenbosch, Western Cape

15 October 2026 - South African Sauvignon Blanc has evolved considerably over the past two decades, earning recognition for its quality, stylistic diversity and growing premium appeal. ...

October At Hazendal: A Celebration Of Spring

Hazendal Wine Estate

Stellenbosch, Western Cape

11 October 2026 - Spring is in full bloom at Hazendal, bringing new flavours, seasonal favourites and fresh reasons to linger a little longer. Throughout October, visitors can discover ...

Buried In The Kalahari, A Restaurant That Could Exist Nowhere Else ...

07 October 2026 - At Tswalu, Luke Dale Roberts has created a restaurant shaped by the landscape rather than imposed upon it — where the Kalahari runs from the earth beneath your f...

Courtyard Hotel Gqeberha Unveils Complete Refurbishment And New 25° East Restaurant

05 October 2026 - City Lodge Hotels has completed a full refurbishment of Courtyard Hotel Gqeberha, marking the latest in a series of property upgrades as the group continues to reinves...

Introducing Africa’s First Bread Sommelier

02 October 2026 - “Bread has become much more to me than a slice on a side plate.” For La Motte Bakery’s Ricardo Slawers, the statement is something of an understa...

Iron Steak & Bar Named A 2026 Travellers’ Choice Winner

Iron Steak And Bar

Cape Town Central, Western Cape

29 September 2026 - Cape Town’s Iron Steak & Bar has been named a 2026 Travellers’ Choice winner by Tripadvisor, placing restaurant among the top 10% of restaurants worldw...

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Bacco Estate

Paarl, Western Cape Continental, International, Italian, Tapas, Vegan, Vegetarian, Wine bar

Welcome to Baccō Estate's restaurant, where culinary artistry meets stunning vineyard views! Indulge in a menu that celebrates the best of seasonal ingredients, paired perfectly with our e...

Cape Town Central, Western Cape African, Burgers, Cocktails, Cosmopolitan, European, Game, Grills, International, Light Meals, Mediterranean, Moroccan, Seafood, Tapas, Turkish, Vegan, Vegetarian, Wine bar

"So... Here is looking at you kid." Walking into Rick's Café Américain has the same feeling as walking into a friend’s home for dinner. We are situated in ...

Ionia Cherry Farmstall

Ficksburg, Freestate Country, Light Meals, South African, Traditional

We are located between Fouriesburg and Ficksburg on the R26 in the midst of the Eastern Free State surrounded with spectacular mountain views. Amid the vibrant festivities, the Ionia Cher...

SOI 55 Thai Eatery

Ballito, Kwazulu Natal Asian, Cocktails, Dim Sum, Light Meals, Thai, Vegan, Vegetarian

Soi 55 Thai Eatery is a modern Thai restaurant embracing the street food culture of Thailand, run by owner & head Chef Goo. Owners Goo and Sheri are not only life partners, but also busines...

Eleven Tribes

Ballito, Kwazulu Natal African, Cocktails, Contemporary, South African, Vegetarian

Welcome to Eleven Tribes, a place where South Africa’s stories are told not through words but through flavour, memory and the warmth of shared hospitality. Our country is home to eleven rich ...

Verdicchio Restaurant & Wine Cellar

Fourways Central, Gauteng Fine Dining, Greek, Grills, Italian, Mediterranean, Seafood, Vegetarian

Come and experience the ambiance of our vintage inspired Wine Cellar. Enjoy an array of mouth- watering cuisine, an award-winning wine list and 5 star service. Functions and Events ...

Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa

Somerset West, Western Cape Breakfast, Burgers, Fine Dining, Grills, Health, Light Meals, Seafood, Vegan, Vegetarian

Embraced by history, surrounded by the majestic Hottentots Holland Mountains and neighbouring the magnificent Erinvale Golf Course and world-class wine estates; only 30 minutes from Cape Town Inter...

Steam Cafe & Restaurant

Vereeniging, Gauteng Breakfast, Burgers, Coffee Shop, Grills, Italian, Light Meals, Tapas

From breakfast classics and gourmet omelettes to hearty pastas, succulent steaks, fresh salads, and indulgent desserts, our STEAM Café & Restaurant menu has something to satisfy every cr...

Braai Society

Birnam, Gauteng African, Braai, Grills, Seafood

Located in Birnam, bordering Melrose and within easy reach of Melrose Arch, Braai Society brings contemporary South African fire-grilled dining to Johannesburg's northern suburbs. Founded by ch...

Sonny and Irene

Sea Point, Western Cape Breakfast, Cocktails, Grills, Light Meals, Seafood, Vegetarian

This is Sonny and Irene! Sonny and Irene was designed to celebrate cafe-style classics with a contemporary twist. From the healthy to the decadent, the savoury to the sweet, the coffee to the c...