Wonderful vegan food. Beautiful place. Awesome staff. Highly recommend!
I always have a lovely experience at The Secret Garden! The food is amazing with Vegan Friendly options! The service is always good and very friendly!
Quaint and cute - this is a little gem. Booked High Tea for 6 little girls. Les was amazing - professional , friendly and very accommodating .
The table was set up to make the experience a very special birthday treat for my 12year old. And this was much appreciated.
The savoury food items in the High Tea could do with a re-vamp.
The sweet items were tasty morsels of goodness. You have to have a macaron.
Tea and juice for the little ones were provided. And coffee for me.
The service could have been better - the waitress forgot about us and had to be reminded that the little ones needed attention too. Totally different to the warm welcome and accomodating attitude of Les.
The crockery and glasses were grimey - the little girls didn’t notice but I did.
However, overall, this is really a secret with sharing.
Thank you Les - the girls had a good time.
Loved our little stop in here for tea and pancakes on Saturday morning. Lovely food! Really enjoyed our meal and love that they have vegan options. Really good value for money too.
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I’ve tried to find this restaurant more than once before today. It’s been a struggle.
Then once we found it, all we could see was an outside covered patio area that seemed to be all the restaurant consisted of. If it was, we were not impressed. However today my little daughter wanted cake so I ventured into this patio area. With trepidation.
We had a long wait for a waitress but once she arrived she asked if we did not rather want to sit inside. We were surprised to find out there was an inside section. We followed the waitress down the side of the building and into a quaint indoor restaurant.
The space is rather intensively packed with antique Afrikaner type furniture and decor. It looked warm and inviting though. My daughter brought all the tightly packed patrons to a halt mid sentence by declaring she wanted cake to the whole room.
Service was great and dispensed in a friendly manner.
We ordered a peanut butter and a vanilla milkshake. They really were pretty good. We both kept drinking till they were finished. Yummy.
My little daughter then ordered her chocolate cake. It arrived with soft fluffy cream and strawberries on the side. It was a generous portion and really tasted very good. We both munched on the slice and still there was some over to come home in a @doggy bag.
I then ordered the German Pork Fest with a frank (Enterprise??) and kassler chop with salads. Again the portion was generous and tasty indeed. I enjoyed the potato salad, coleslaw and pickled onions. The meat was great. I really enjoyed the meal.
One can see that thought and effort has gone into everything.
Overall we had a great visit and a delicious meal.
If you want a really cute and quaint atmosphere and what tastes like home-cooked food, this place is a real winner. The fact that they have meat, vegetarian and vegan options for quite a bit of the menu is so rare and wonderful! As a vegan, finding this sort of variety is so difficult, let alone in a "normal" restaurant that serves meat-eaters. The service was a bit slow as I think they were very busy but it was lovely to have what seemed like the manager/owner come past tbe table to find out how we are. Definitely recommend this restaurant. The food was simple and not fancily presented but definitely yummy!!
Absolutely superb vibe. Every second sunday there is a open antique market just outside bustling with activity and music. The food was really good and also vegan friendly. I highly reccomend a sunday lunch with someone special.
Dankie Arno Steenkamp, eienaar van Secret Garden Benoni vir die 4x4 XTR marshals se heerlike kuier! Die diens, kos en atmosfeer was uitstekend! Julle sien ons beslis weer!
Pretty Awesome !
Great staff .
Delicious food and drinks .
Fantastic service .
Amazing atmosphere .
Thank You Arno Steenkamp ( owner and chef )
What a wonderful experience. We had such a ball. Good was exciliant. Will recommend this place for anybody. Staff was helpfull and friendly. Owner Arno Steenkamp was professional and friendly. Thanx to THE SECRET GARDEN!!!!!!
Baie dankie aan Arno Steenkamp, eienaar van Secret Garden Benoni vir 'n AWESOME venue, goeie diens en heerlike kos. Julle sal ons beslis weer sien!
Hendi Janse Van Rensburg
+4.5
Quiet and peaceful. Fantastic food and great service. Lovely hostess and friendly waitresses. Beautiful garden. Will recommend this for tea parties.
What a beautiful spot! So many different little sections to sit and great atmosphere. We enjoyed a great tasty breakfast and some delicious carrot cake with tea, in an old fashioned silver tea pot. Will definitely be back!
Gregg Galbraith McQuarrie
+5
This gem of a restaurant never disappoints. Most amazing Vegetable Curry Special followed by vegan chocolate cake & three different vegan ice creams. Liquorice, Berries & Lemon.
Brian knows exactly how to make you feel at home
Thank you to The Secret Garden team for an amazing 50th birthday party - food and service was above and beyond. They accommodated my special menu requests to suit the theme, everything was fresh and delicious and ample portions. My guest were all wonderfully surprised by this gem of a venue.
My friends and I decided to grab brekkie here after a lovely morning run. It was a wonderful breakfast. The owners are vegan so understandably there were lots of delicious vegan options. They have many vegetarian and meat options too. I had a vegan waffle. It was to die for. Incredibly fulling too, I could not finish it. I'm usually not a big fan of tofu but it was cooked so well. My friends had a vegetarian waffle, chicken mayo tramazini and chicken and avo toasted sarmie. We all loved our meals. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to vegans and vegetarians as its worth the drive to Benoni for. I'm for sure going back.
Delicious vegan food and desert options, including homemade ice cream, in a lovely old worldly garden setting. A must for all vegans and vegetarians. Friendly host and good service. I spoil myself with a meal there at least once a week.
Superb venue, superb food, superb service! 5 star
Great getaway for relaxation and great food experience, no place like it. Try the vegan ice cream you'll be blown away!
We are regulars at The Secret Garden since 2013. When you arrive, you quickly realise that you are there to spent time chatting and relaxing. It’s that “get-away” place where you need to recharge a bit, away from the world’s expected “rules & policies”. Here you get greeted by name, sit, relax and sip a warm coffee in your own time while waiting for the food which is always freshly prepared. There’s a certain anticipation in the waiting, for when it arrives, it’s always presented in a different and creative way and tasting divine as usual. Brian is passionate about cooking and loves his Vegan foods. He always has a smile while finding time to chat. The staff is helpful and always willing to assist – all you need to do is ask. We’re happy, big thumbs up and we’ll pop in again soon.
Our favourite place. The food is original, creative and of extremely high quality. The staff are friendly and attentive. It has become a regular dining place. If you like good food I would really recommend it.
What a fabulous place. The best kept Secret. My husband and I and many of our friends are regulars. Food is to die for and they cater for my Vegan lifestyle. Thank you Brian for offering a little piece of heaven that is not a fast food joint and caters with wonderful selections of food and deserts for Vegans.
Andre Janse Van Rensburg
+5
Excellent service and very good meal selection. Staff are prompt and orders placed are delivered piping hot and with very little waiting time.
The best Kept Secret... Hence the name... Fantastic Hosts, wonderful staff and very relaxed atmosphere. This establishment is an acquired taste, the food is absolutely fabulous!!!! Brian always has a special meal hidden in his culinary arsenal ready to be prepared and devoured! The meals will astonish your palate with beautiful flavors. Be warned, if you expect a Fast Food , drive through, yes sir no sir we cannot wait to change your nappy scenario, this is not for you, rather travel to the next corner for your Cholesterol fix.For the enlightened this Restourant is Timeless, set in a Vintage Milieu that will truly soothe your palate and your soul.
Such a beautiful place to spend a lazy Sunday. Sitting amongst nature and taking in the beauty of spring. The food was absolutely delicious. Love the variety for vegetarians. Definitely coming back to try out the rest of the menu ✌⭐
I love this place! The fact that there are so many options for vegetarians and vegans is already a winner for me. I had the vegetarian English Breakfast (huge plate of food which I struggled to finish) and hubby had the breakfast waffle which he thoroughly enjoyed. The service was good. I was a bit surprised that they were pretty quiet being a Sunday morning with so much going on around the rest of the property. I also love the outdoor setting.
Visited after a while. The bruschetta that used to look like this, doesn't anymore :(
Still, the setting is lovely. Relaxing and totally hipster-free. 😜 loads of old folk. They make good coffee, scones.
My experience at the secret garden left me in awe,speechless,amazed,tastes buds buzzing and so full I had to have a late dinner.
So my girlfriend and I decided to take a young drive looking for the perfect place for brunch on a hot spring's day. Little did we know that we would come across such a beautiful place.
The garden view and design was priceless and the people were very friendly. We got a table near the antique area (which you can buy at an affordable price) while baby Eva-Marie slept in her car seat. The food and drinks are unbelievably fresh,the theme looked like 1970's and the secret garden side salad was really delicious. This place gets a solid 5 and I would love to visit that place yet again.
I thoroughly enjoy my time here. The setting is so tranquil because of the garden but also so artsy inside because of the antiques that they also sell there.
The food is delicious and fresh! And they take pride in the whole organic thing... Oh.. They also cater for vegans and vegetarians... 😁👌❤
Very nice restaurant. Great service, awesome food. well worth the visit. And return visit. Nice garden set up and friendly family feel. Definitely recommend the visit.
The food was fresh and absolutely stunning. You really can tell when a dish is made with fresh, homegrown ingredients.
The atmosphere was also lovely. We sat outside and it was cool, not too noisy and we were accompanied by live music on that day.
The service was punctual and the waitress was very helpful and kind.
I will definitely go there again. Wide selection and just plain good food.
This restaurant is one of the more well kept secrets (pardon the pun) this side of town. Their eclectic flavours are a great change from the conventional restaurant. They are vegan friendly and cater for meat eaters as well. The dishes are well presented, substantial and the antique crockery adds to the unique atmosphere. Really worth a visit for those who live on the other side of Joburg????
Such a perfect place to visit with ladies! The decor and setting is beautiful! They sell such delicious scones! You may take forever to choose from their menu because they have so many delicious options! Worth going to!!!
Wonderful setting, very peaceful and relaxing, soooo excited to find this quaint venue after some exploring round the antique shops!
Our meals were fresh and very tasty! My asparagus and corn quiche was light and fluffy - for me personally could have been taken to another level with the addition of some herbs or spice as I did find it very bland, however Mom’s really enjoyed her bacon and corn quiche! My daughter had the ravioli and the Flavours were perfect! Will definitely be back
The best kept secret on the East Rand - definitely worth a visit. Quality food and salads, just delicious. This lovely restaurant is out in the country and we always feel good when we are done eating.
Wow. I cannot recommend this cafe enough. The service is impeccable - helpful and friendly. The setting is gorgeous! We sat outside on a patio under a massive, lovely tree with a view of the huge craft market taking place surrounding it. And the food. Amazing!!! I had the quiche with the salad and a small fresh health loaf. Words actually fail me. Absolutely incredible. They have a large range for both vegans and meat eaters alike and the quality is the best that I have experienced in a long, long time. Bonus: the "large" cappuccino comes in a veritable bucket!
Andy Bremner - IG- {and_he_goes}
+5
What a wonderful place in the city
A farm feel -I’m referring to the building style and it has a “ secret garden “ as you meander round the back you are greatd by a Tranquil water fountain in the Centre of the garden. Lime green tables bring a joy to this courtyard pop inside for a more traditional look with wooden tables and a chandelier or two for lighting Staff are friendly and professional. A perfect little get away for a meal or a snack
A plus point is the dedicated wheelchair parking spot at the entrance for those folks that have wheelchair or other mobile challenges.
Beautiful place with a lovely garden and a tranquil atmosphere.
Wonderful vegan and vegetarian options.
Friendly and welcoming service.
Definitely recommended!
Setting so beautiful.. food was delicious and so fresh. Staff were friendly
Super meal, breakfast and brunch menu options are excellent. Menu pricing is very reasonable and plated quantity is definitely for the ravenous 😊 Service is acceptable and efficient. Will always go back for more! For information purposes only... if you do not like soy milk, or are allergic to it, please ensure you read the ingredients thoroughly!
I had their vegan burger which was absolutely divine. Best vegan burger I've ever had. Their meat burger was also very good. The atmosphere was lovely as well definitely worth the stop
This is a really great restaurant, vegan, vegetarian options are great. For the meat lovers there are fantastic choices on the menu.
Great food in a lovely setting. The owner is very friendly and there are antique shops in the adjacent buildings for those interested.
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