The waitress was very friendly, the food was fresh and tasty. I wasn't expecting it to be so nice. I will definitely be coming again with more people
Ordered a Mr D delivery from here. The fish and chips were some of the best Iβve had. The hake was so fresh, the batter crispy and the chips were hand cut and a mixture of thick and thin which I really liked. It also came with ample lemon butter sauce. The sushi and prawns tempura were also good. Food arrived hot but it would have been nice if they sent cutlery with the order.
John Dory's was where I had sushi for the first time and their prawn avalanche used to be my absolute favourite.Β It was half price sushi last night (Wednesdays) so one can expect it to be busy, but the wait was longer than necessary. We were seated right at the back, close to the kids play area so will suggest sitting at the belt to just grab your sushi if you're hungry and not playing around. We had the prawn and cheese spring rolls which were good, but the sushi was just average.
Johanna Marie Paderes
+3.5
Ordered the platter for 2. Chips and rice portion could be abit more since it is for 2. Prawns were really delicious, the spices used made it ππ½. Calamari strips were okay. The sole fish was also nicely spiced and cooked. I usually don't like ordering fish but that I enjoyed. Mussels were alright. As for the sushi, it kind of looked like egg yolks but it was really nice when dipped into the soy sauce mixed with a bit of wasabi(yum)
Great service from the moment we entered.
I ordered their 12 piece sushi platter and my friend ordered their Strawberry and Cream Pudding(Sushi) from their vegetarian menu. I had a taste of my friend's sushi because I was intrigued by the combo and it wasn't bad at all. Tasted more like strawberries and cream mixed with rice than anything else :')
My sushi was good. Definitely not something to write home about but good nonetheless.
I also ordered the Meander Platter(Prawns, Calamari Strips, Basa Fillet and Mussels in a Creamy Garlic Sauce) to take home and I must say, I was really happy. The Mussels in the sauce were the best part of the combo with the Prawns following right after. Everything else was just okay.
It was my first time a John Dory's franchise before and I wasn't disappointed.
Excellent service as soon as you enter. The place has a nice vibe to it - vibrant, busy and great decor. My family I were craving sushi so we sat by the sushi bar. The sushi was good - not the best -but still hit the spot. I would suggest you order a portion of crispy California prawn rolls - when ordered fresh they are crispy and simply delicious!
Had the 1/2 price Wednesday special at John Dorys and I must say for a special they don't skimp on quality. Waited less than 15 min for my sushi once I ordered. Worth the special as I paid less than R100 for my 11 pieces.
First time going to this John Dory's last night and the sushi was really good. My partner and I thoroughly enjoyed our food. Only thing they could improve on is keeping the prawn avalanche hot! But I do understand its busy at peak time on a Wednesday. Thanks guys!
Wow! We haven't been here in a while and my my oh my what an experience. The service is prompt and friendly, the food is absolutely scrumptious and excellent value for money. We had the lover's platter which is more than enough food for 2 people. It's such a pity that there aren't more John Dory's branches.
I have bean here couple of times and my experience so far is good. Sushi are especially well crafted.Also kajun chicken and hake are a not be missed. A friendly service and good ambience.
The Tuesday special, 1/2 price hake & chips and pay R17 for a flying fish beer is a real bargain, the waiter that served us yesterday was really friendly :)
John Dory's is laid-back and relaxed - a perfect family restaurant that caters for young and old.
They are well known for their seafood with a variety of shellfish, calamari, fish & sushi. If fish is not your thing then they also have chicken and beef grill options to choose from. If you still can't decide then you can have the best of both worlds.
Food is tasty and good, but nothing too over the top plus the portions are generous and great value for money. Their menu also caters for kids.
A great place for a family outing with delicious seafood and great atmosphere.
John Dorys is our go to place for amazing half price sushi specials on a Wednesday. Their sushi is always fresh. Service can be a bit slow but on other nights It's not as bad. There are also many other great specials throughout the week on the rest of the menu.
Who can say no to sushi specials?
The waiter was super friendly, but the service was very slow. This is probably a given when you go on a busy night & there's a sushi special! π
The food was so good, fresh and super cheap! I definitely recommend the Bar One milkshake! It is so amazing! I thought about it for days! π
What a lovely meal we had at John Dory's. It's such a shame that they have a low rating. Whenever I eat here, my standard order is the fried calamari or prawns. The calamari is always fresh, however the prawns can sometimes be very tiny - but for the price, it's still a solid meal.
The service is wonderful. The manager has came around to our table on every occasion that we've been there. The waitresses are friendly and helpful. The peri peri sauce (found on the tables) is delicious! Their desserts fall short, though. There's nothing special about mud pie and soft serve anymore. Of course, not John Dory's fault though, being a franchise. They have some decent sushi, but I've tasted better. Stick to the prawns, calamari and fish in my opinion :)
Went for the 1/2 price Saturday Platter special... I love bargains!!! π it was lovely, waiting period was a bit on the long side but it was all freshly made so worth the wait.
I've only had sit down sushi here everytime, but it's fantastic! Really decent sized portions and the quality is fantastic.
It can get extremely busy, especially during the day, oddly enough, so try and go for an early lunch unless you enjoy a crowded house. When I say 'busy', I really mean it. It becomes a maize to get to the other side of the restaurant and makeshift seating really becomes annoying, fast.
Not much they can do about it, understandably.
The waiters - love them! Smily, joyful people that learn your face pretty early on. It's very likely they'll recognise you should you visit again.
This place is what it is. Difference is the wonderful service and tasty food. Great place for a quick bite after wandering the mall for hours.
1st time to JD's. There was a bit of a wait ... But it was a deserved one,
Getting myself a JD loyalty card yep will be back won't be alone
Good atmosphere, food was great.. I recommend the Mussel pot as starter and Portuguese steak as main.. Prices is affordable and meals are generous.. A great choice for your local seafood restaurant, being with friends or family, kids friendly..
I had lunch at John Dory's and everything tastes great. The portions are big and for what I paid for I would happy pay it again.
It's a bit far from where I stay otherwise I would be a happy regular there.
We ordered the calamari main and starter and the kids ordered pizza. It was absolutely delicious, well cooked and well presented!
Staff were friendly and attentive, and service was fast. I love the Sunday special where kids get to eat for free with every main ordered!
John Dory's is always good for fresh seafood at good prices. Their staff is friendly although The service can get a bit slow during busy times. The sushi, although not gourmet stuff, is always fresh and tasty and the Wednesday half price deal is good value for money. My only complaint is that the standard California roll is made with too much rice and the wine by glass options are very limited
I tried John Dory's for the first time last night and I was very impressed. The restaurant is a nice size and tables are large and spaced nicely apart so you don't feel as if people are sitting on top of you. Their sushi was really really good but would be better if it was cold (it was room temperature). The fish and calamari was amazing and the portion size is very generous. I found that the waiter could've paid more attention to us but overall I had an awesome time and their food is seriously good - not to mention really reasonably priced!
Good service and delicious food. Was bit disappointed to see my prawns was not cleaned properly ..but otherwise all good. At least the shop is clean and does not smell as fishy as their neighbours :p
Always have great food here. I had the muscle pot, though I must say banana jam's is better tasting. A new addition which is really good is the calamari and chorizo pot. A bit disappointed the specials they used to have are no longer avaiable. Service at this restaurant is absolutely terrible ! Hence the 3.5. Barely get service to begin with so you need to ensure you order one time otherwise you going to wait for service once you have your food.
I love their sushi special and their sushi is so good. They have a massive conveyor belt. If you sit at a table then you wait a while for your food but the staff are friendly most of the time.
I came to John Dory's for lunch with my work colleagues. The sushi was fresh and big - and half price on a Wednesday! π Prince was really great at looking after us!
I'm still speechless πΆ
Excellent service from our waiter Abraham. The food was fantastic. The sushi special was out of this world and the lover's platter was a perfect platter for two.
Definitely going Back on Wednesday for their half price sushi π£
Approaching 9 p.m., the senior manager graciously permitted us to dine, even though the kitchen was on the verge of closing. We selected items from the menu, enjoyed outstanding service, and relished the delectable food. Highly recommended, with affordable prices.
The person who gave us our menu very unfriendly did not smile. Bur our waiter Givemore made up for it, he was super friendly and helpful. A bit of a noisy venue. I had the grilled hake and veg - very good. π
Our waiter was great and patient. The food was great as well.
Thank Yolanda for chancing my horrible encounter to positive one.
Your excellent service was what made the dining experience a wonderful one.
The food was good the prawns was a let down but everything else was delicious
It was not crowded and good and sharp service at this venue . The wait staff was attentive but not overbearing and even though the food took some time to arrive, it was well-prepared and tasty.
The sushi belt was well-stocked and they have Wednesday half-price sushi specials.
Some of the soft bench seating was in a state of disrepair and there is not bathroom in the restaurant itself.
It begins to fill up after 6pm.
Always so nice to visit your store. Very friendly staff, clean shop and service excellent. That's why I will always go there and highly recommend them. Keep it up team.
I went for supper with a friend. It was a bit busy for a week day but the service was excellent.
I ordered a prawn and cream cheese spring roll which was good but unfortunately no chicken spring rolls. XO Prawn spring rolls would be a great addition to the menu. The spring roll came with a sweet chilli dipping sours which was good
I ordered the prawn bomb poke bowl which was Delicia and I would highly recommend. It even have mango which I love.
My friend ordered fish and prawns which was a really generous portion and was amazing.
We ordered and watermelon strawberry mocktail which was delicious. Maybe not for people who donβt like sweet drinks.
The service was good, the food came out pretty fast. We were welcomed with a complimentary bowl of popovers. Food was delicious.
Overall it was a great experience and I would definitely come again and recommend John Dory
My first experience at john dorys.
Top class food and value for money with excellent service.
I had John dory's delivered to my work for the first time ever for lunch and honestly I was not expecting what I got. The fish was so fresh and so good. It literally melted in my mouth and the sushi was bomb. Like a literal burst of flavour in my mouth. Fortune cookie brought me good luck so that was an extra. Definitely my new favorite fish and chip restaurant.
Unathi Emmanuel Mpongoshe
+4
My family and I prefer going there at least once monthly for some delicious seafood. They have a kid's menu with a playground area while my kids are waiting for their orders. There's an option of fries or vegetables while there's an option of your seafood or grilling it. Their desserts are divine and they also offer a variety of beverages.
Last Thursday , my husband and I had a quick supper here as we were staying at one of the hotels in Century City. The restaurant was still open and we could order The food and drinks were amazing and at good prices. The atmosphere was good too. Will definitely visit again.
Staff are amazing, Managers are present and engages with patrons... food is exceptional with decent portions, well prepared and prices are reasonable. an all round amazing experience... keep it up...
Waiters were friendly and we were helped immediately. The sushi was lovely and fresh , grilled prawns and calamari was also lovely . The strawberry cooler is great and contains nice Chunks of actual fruit such as strawberries and mint leaves
Food was great, really nice peppermint tart, but service was lacking, because she was more worried about helping clean up and putting everything away, rather than leaving that to waiters who had no customers.
Excellent place for seafood and sushis. The place is very nice and cozy. The menu choice is great. The service is great - you will have a manager checking on you every now and then. The waiters are great as well.
We had a seafood platter, sushis and some very nice prawns. The prices are also very good and by 18.30 the place was almost full compared to other places
So definitely recommended !
The food was amazing. Waiter was very accommodating as i am a wheelchair user. Food was served fresh and on time. Hardly had to wait. Will definitely be coming back
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