Western Cape
This appealing tearoom had the honour of serving Nelson Mandela in 1999. In an old Masonic lodge with shaded outdoor tables beside the Koornlands River,…
Must-see restaurants in South Africa, Lesotho & eSwatini (Swaziland)
Cape Town
Tripe curry and grilled meats are among the traditional dishes served at this pleasantly decorated and spacious restaurant and bar at the base of Lookout…
Lesotho
Pioneer Mall's only independent eatery is a no-frills affair, offering meal deals every day and dishes from breakfasts and sandwiches to stir-fries and…
Western Cape
Beaufort West doesn't have much of a dining scene but you'll get a decent burger here. The lamb curry is also recommended. Grab a table outside if you can…
eSwatini (Swaziland)
If you think life is unbearable without a chocolate éclair or a scone, bookmark this snazzy bakery. Also serves up snack options, including salads and…
Gauteng
This enticing crêperie, one of a small local chain, has a bumper selection of gourmet crêpes and substantial salads. The outdoor tables occupy a prime…
Cape Town
Not big on atmosphere, Biesmiellah nonetheless offers authentic and spicy Cape Malay and Indian food in a room decorated with tapestries of Mecca. It’s…
Cape Town
It doesn't have a sign but you'll know this butchery and braai (barbecue) joint by the many cars parked outside on a weekend afternoon – and the happy…
Northern Cape
A long-running restaurant with a central fireplace and a mostly meaty menu. Go for the Karoo lamb chops: the Roggeveld vegetation chomped by the sheep…
Mpumalanga
Adjoining an antique shop, this formerly North African restaurant has retained the Moroccan-themed decor but swapped the Maghrebi cuisine for a menu of…
Sunshine Coast
This popular Greek restaurant offers perfectly acceptable seafood and meat dishes as well as great mezze. The atmosphere is convivial and relaxed and…
KwaZulu-Natal
Dip into quiche, beef curry or lasagne at the upstairs cafe at Tatham Gallery, or grab a table on the outside balcony. Also on offer are sweet treats such…
The Wild Coast
An inviting spot with a covered veranda and cosy bar, Steve's does a mix of pub grub and South African specialities, including burgers, wraps, pasta, wood…
Lesotho
The small courtyard tearoom at the Morija Museum & Archives serves dishes such as pizza, and chicken and chips. It's busy on weekends.
Knysna
With outdoor tables overlooking the water, decent sushi, deli produce and lavish seafood platters, this is a nice spot for lunch. The wine selection is…
Lesotho
For a quick, decent takeaway meal, this place serves up surprisingly tasty chicken, rice, beets and mashed potatoes. It's next to the Puma gas station in…
Sunshine Coast
Opening onto the village's main intersection, Pic-Kwick's serves two dozen varieties of pizza cooked in a wood oven as well as sandwiches and pasta in…
Northern Cape
For sundowners or an early evening meal, you can’t beat this Irish bar’s patio overlooking the river. The menu features pizza, a few salads and plenty of…
La Bamba Restaurant & Sports Bar
Limpopo
This plain, tiled-floor pub – with rugby or cricket usually on the box – is a good place to fuel up on burgers, schnitzels and steaks. It also has a salad…
Garden Route
Locals love the seafood dishes and ocean views at this long-standing place. It also serves salads, sushi and meat, and has a children’s menu and…
Garden Route
This ramshackle place right on the rocks at the Point serves burgers, seafood and steaks. The deck overhanging the ocean is a perfect spot for sundowners.
Cape Town
Cool down with luscious locally made ice creams and sorbets at this tiny cafe inside the street-art decorated Side Street Studios. It also serves coffee.
Franschhoek
One of the restaurants of celebrity chef Reuben Riffel, Racine has a small menu of fairly rich food to be enjoyed on a pretty deck overhanging a river.
Lesotho
Kaycees, off Roma’s main drag, is a popular hangout serving fast food (namely chicken, sausage and fries) and cans of Maluti lager to happy students.
Northern Cape
A long-established cafe offering light – and some not-so-light – lunches. There's a build-your-own breakfast option and a range of cakes.
Hermanus
The emphasis is on seafood at this 1860s thatched cottage draped with fishing nets, though it also serves steaks and traditional meals.
Northern Cape
A chain bar-restaurant focusing on meat, with a few salads, seafood dishes and pizzas. It's a pleasantly cool spot after a hot drive.
Western Cape
A roaring fire and an old-timer tickling the ivories make this an atmospheric spot for lunch. The lamb curry is recommended.
Western Cape
This trendy deli-cafe-art gallery is a pleasant place to grab a light lunch or a good cup of coffee and relax in the garden.
Plettenberg Bay
With a deck overlooking the beach, this is a great place for a simple meal and perhaps views of dolphins surfing the waves.
Garden Route
A popular local lunch spot sitting high above the beach. There's lots of seafood, including a selection of combo platters.
Northern Cape
There's a supermarket in this shopping centre, as well as a bar-restaurant serving pizza, pasta, burgers and steaks.
Sea Point to Hout Bay
Slick vegetarian and vegan place offering freshly pressed juices, smoothies, breakfast bowls, salads and wraps.
Garden Route
The only place to eat in Buffalo Bay serves burgers, steaks, seafood and salads and has great ocean views.
Knysna
At the Waterfront, this is a good place for breakfast or coffee and cake. It also serves pizza and pasta.
eSwatini (Swaziland)
This mall has a decent supermarket and a handful of chain restaurants – Ocean Basket is the best bet.
Western Cape
Simple sandwiches are on offer, plus some pretty delicious cakes. Try the lemon meringue.
Northern Cape
Serves basic pub grub such as burgers and snack baskets and has a decent beer selection.
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