Good wholesome Flavourful food! Extremely accommodating wait staff and a vibey setting accompanied by chilled music. Great time out! Recommended!
This is an interesting little spot hidden away in Benoni. They’ve tried to get an authentic Moroccan vibe going with elaborate decor inside an old house. Our waitress was lovely and the service was quite quick.
The Halloumi starter we ordered had interesting flavours but unfortunately it was rubbery. It came with a nice little side salad and dressing though.
For mains I ordered the Lamb Shank as it seemed like quite a popular dish. The meat was super tender and just fell off the bone. However the flavour was a bit lacking and I thought it let down the fact that it was cooked so perfectly. The veggies on the side however were delicious and the potatoes were really yummy. My boyfriend had the the Beef and Tomato Tajine which was quite tasty.
Definitely a different experience as we don’t have many Moroccan restaurants around Joburg. It was worth the trip to try something different and I would love to go back sometime to try their tasty sounding starter platters and their other tajines.
Great experience. Waitress was well informed and very very nice!!! Food freaking amazing and different. Atmosphere in and out of restaurant was warm and cozy and very inviting. DEFINITELY recommend and will come again!!
Had a quiet lunch with them on a whim to try Moraccan food and we weren't disappointed.
The portions were huge - filling and delicious, the atmosphere was relaxing, though we were told by the manager that at night is when they're busiest where they have belly dancing to entertain guests.
Though I was pretty stuffed after my meal, my boyfriend and I shared dessert which was tangy, refreshing and the perfect way to end a meal.
Fantastic! Food was incredible and the settting very relaxing. Would definitely come back and try some of the other mouthwatering things on the menu.
One of the good Mediterranean places to dine at if you are looking for something different. The food is great and the staff are very welcoming. The food does take time but what do you expect from a little restaurant in Benoni.
Amazing food and wineand impressive decor. Great family run restaurant. The young man who waited the tables was very friendly and helpful. Definitely a must.
The place is just alright. Appearance wise,I expected more to be honest. The entire vibe however is very relaxed and the food is yummy. I didn't have much since my partner is Muslim and the place isn't Halal certified. I'd recommend Tajine for lazy Saturday lunch with a group of mates. Great for outdoor lounging
A fantastic Moroccan setting and experience! The food is sublime and the experience is otherworldly! Definitely would recommend to anyone looking for something different.
We had a late lunch here over the past long weekend. We were warmly greeted by Dylan, the manager, who looked after us for the entire time we were there. His recommendation of the Mukabalatt as a starter was spot on. I love the idea of trying lots of small things and everything on the plate was divine. Hubby had the Koutbaan (lamb kefta kebabs) which he really enjoyed. For mains I had a vegetarian tagine and he had the olive and lemon chicken. The food was amazing, and the portions generous. I love the decor of the restaurant, especially outside in the garden where you feel you have been transported directly to Morocco. Service was excellent. I look forward to coming back here for breakfast.
Andy Bremner - IG- {and_he_goes}
+5
“The Gem of the East” - authentic Moroccan food prepared by in-house chefs ..Yvonne the owner is hands on and her style and determination is admirable
The food is served with pride by Jesse who has product knowledge and is very well groomed. The atmosphere is that of warmth and carries you to a place in the secret nooks of Morocco - that only a few know about -
The delicious smells of chefs cooking permeates the dining room. Carefully chosen music with a combined genre of Gypsy Jazz , French cafe and Andalusian makes for easy conversation as it’s just gentle enough to encourage chats with loved ones and friends It’s definitely a place to have a more exclusive dinner with those you love
Amazing food selection. The flavors were nothing like anything we have had before. Everything was made fresh. They were also able to work around my gluten sensitivity. The interior was elegantly decorated with tons of antique / retro items from around the world. Ask for the waiter Christian, he was a wonderful host.
The amount of flavours in a single dish is quite intense. Some may enjoy it but for me it was just a tad too much for me to handle. Still delicious nontheless. If going with a group get the platters for however many are there. Lots of food on offer. Milkshakes are proper thick.
When looking at the food when it arrived to our table I regressed not getting a tajine because it looked delicious. Thankfully I had an amazing prawn pasta which took away all my regrets. I wanted to finish the whole plate but my boyfriend didn’t come with me and I needed him to taste it, so I got a little bit as a take away. On the way home I had to stop myself from eating it because it was so tasty. He ended up loving it too.
My first Moroccan Food Experience - and on any standard it was amazing! Aromatic with just the right amount of spice. Beautiful place and exceptionally polite staff. Thanks for an amazing experience.
Andrew Johnny Deychanye
+4
look guys I me and my fiancé like this place for sure as the food is tasty and very delicious but we would really like more privacy in the garden area --- please cover the metal fence with material or something like a plant -- we don't want to sit outside and everyone can see us from the street . the waiters are very well dressed and know how to treat us with respect . we looooooove this place very much and can't wait to return for the lamb shank !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Set in a beautifully decorated home in western extension, this restaurant is an unusual find. The food gives a taste of Morocco - ras el hanout, cumin, rose and other exotic spices add distinctive flavour to a selection of dishes. The lamb shank is tender and delicious. Staff are attentive and very friendly and the interior of the restaurant is extremely comfortable. An unusual restaurant in an unlikely location.
Great food, fantastic atmosphere, really friendly and pleasant staff. Wish there were more restaurants who looked after their customers and served delicious foods and desserts like this.
Probably the best dining experience I have ever had. Unmatched hospitality and certainly a place to spend a day and unwind. The food is delicious and the atmosphere relaxed and refreshing.
Amazing Food and Amazing staff... would recommend this place to Everyone! Definitely a place i would go to again, Very comfortable environment
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