Limpopo
Based at Highgrove Lodge, this is one of Tzaneen’s most reliable restaurants. Dishes include steaks, pasta, burgers, pizzas from the wood-fired oven and…
Must-see restaurants in Southern Africa
KwaZulu-Natal
Tourists flock to this pleasant spot on the edge of a lagoon for fresh Belgian-style waffles with every sweet and savoury topping under the sun. Some…
Western Cape
A multifarious place that dishes up fresh seafood (including hard-to-find abalone), clothing and curios, helps with tourist information and offers…
Northern Cape
For breakfast, brunch or lunch, your best bet is this cafe tucked away behind a plant nursery. There are salads, sandwiches and burgers on offer, plus…
Port Elizabeth
In a large converted garage in a gritty neighbourhood around the corner from the stadium, Cubata has a dedicated following of loyal locals who chow down…
Limpopo
This kid-friendly place is part of a national franchise and is a reliable choice in Louis Trichardt. Steaks and burgers are the speciality, but the salad…
Malawi
Overlooking the Chitakale chaos, this diner-style eatery serves half-chickens, burgers, beef curry, chambo and T-bones with chips or nsima. There's a…
Sunshine Coast
In its sunny rear courtyard and roomy interior with exposed beams, Saint's is known for its eclectic menu, which includes sushi. The food, however, is…
Sunshine Coast
This low-key venture occupies a flowery courtyard scattered with pastel furniture. It has pizzas, sandwiches and salads. Not a bad place for a light meal,…
Victoria Falls (town)
Just inside the entrance gate to Victoria Falls National Park is this excellent cafe that does hearty breakfasts, real Zimbabwean coffee, fresh juices,…
Western Cape
This bright, cosy house offers the best coffee in town, a selection of South African dishes and stocks home-baked goodies and crafts. The menu offers a…
Stellenbosch
Tucked away in the corner of the botanical garden and surrounded by exotic plants, this is a lovely spot for coffee, cake or a light lunch. Some…
Cape Town
Fancy teas by Mariage Frères and delicious home-made, sweet and savoury French-style tarts are served at this cafe with street-side tables. However, it's…
The Wild Coast
In a thatched lapa (semiopen entertainment area) with views across the golf course and town, Mthatha Country Club's restaurant serves a varied menu…
Cape Town
This charming cafe, decorated like your granny’s kitchen, serves sweet and savoury tarts and other delish confections. You'll also find their tarts on…
Pretoria
Harrie's Pancakes is renowned for its delicious pancakes. Where else could you savour a pancake stuffed with biltong and mozzarella? Or dark-chocolate…
Johannesburg
This sweet little spot just off the street has gained a die-hard following for its appetising sandwiches, creative salads, excellent coffee and friendly…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
Malawi
Grab a chicken-tikka pizza to go from Parvez and the guys in this snack bar at the foot of the Karonga road. Indian food, burgers and chambo are also on…
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…
Malawi
This alfresco food court is popular with families for its play area and bouncy castle. The fast-food outlets here include a pizzeria (Jungle Pepper), ice…
Mozambique
Just down from the Castelo Branco hotel, unassuming Vapor has good pizzas. Go left when exiting Castelo Branco, past the market area; take the first left,…
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…
Northern Mozambique
With diner-style tables and a cheap menu, this place is probably OK if you get a snack attack or need a quick caffeine fix. Where the 'new' came from, who…
Botswana
Reasonable pan-Indian cooking in simple surrounds adds a little variety to the Francistown eating scene. Although it also does Chinese dishes, it's far…
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…
Zambia
The JB Hotel has an OK restaurant at the rear which serves local dishes such as nshima and chicken as well as more exotic dishes like sea bream curry and…
Northern Mozambique
This chicken-and-chips place with plastic picnic tables should sate your appetite if you're heading towards the wilds of Niassa. Also rents a few clean…
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.
Malawi
Just inside the reserve gate, Mwembezi does burgers, steaks, chambo, chicken fingers, potato and lentil curry, breakfast, and above all cold beer. Dinner…
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…
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