Reviews Spetada

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Kudzai Maeresa
+3.5
Pretty cool. Service was great. It was a Friday afternoon. The steak was properly cooked and served the purpose for a hungry person. Can't complain about much.
Sep 10, 2017
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Anna Correia
+4.5
Have many times walked past this place ( been Portuguese myself) - thought was another Adega alike franchise! Anyways- tonight I tried Spetada and was pleasantly surprised! The staff and management are super friendly and well knowledge with the menu! I ordered estpatada med rare - very few chefs understand this, my meat was cooked to perfection! The only thing I would work on is the: milho frito ( this was not cooked long enough ) and waiter been attentive to wine / drink pouring - I had to pour our own drinks. Overall a pleasant and delicious experience 🙋
Jun 02, 2017
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Nhlanhlaratau
+5
Had the most delicious Rib and wing combo from Spetada.. their blue cheese dip is so tasty and goes really well with their spicy wings. These were the Best ribs I've ever had in a while, their BBQ basting is truly heaven sent. Their Service is beyond amazing! One of the best restaurants in Rosebank!
May 30, 2017
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Beverly
+4
Great chicken espatadas. Great portion size. Waiters are very friendly. Love their flavored ice water. Comfortable furniture makes it easier to enjoy their great food.
May 06, 2017
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Brenda Malan
+4.5
Loved the atmosphere, waiters were attentive and friendly, offered good advice on the menu. Enjoyed the mains: Bacalhau fish and Trio Espetada. The millefeuille was delicious- highly recommended.
Good coffee Lavazza and the speciality fruit teas were very flavourful.
Apr 02, 2017
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Gareth Murray
+4
Great place, nice decor and very clean. The complimentary bolo de caco is a really nice touch and the food was great. The only thing I didn't like was the shoe string fries, Portuguese food is hearty fair and a thicker cut chip will go so much better with espetadas, steaks and trinchado
Mar 12, 2017
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Katleho M Mokoena Katli926
+5
The bread is to die for 😍!! 

My siblings and I had GREAT TIME! This was on Saturday 04th Feb 2017. Beautiful restaurant not mention the AMAZING  service  we got.  We loved everything about  #SpetadaTheFir and are sure coming back for more......
Feb 07, 2017
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Simonne Solarsh
+4
We went there for lunch recently and the food was delicious! I have been so disappointed with the food at all the Portuguese restaurants I used to frequent. The prices are quite high but the quality was higher. 
I have only one complaint. I wanted to order one of the platters but I asked for one change as I don't eat one of the items in the platter. It was a flat out NO. The waiter then called the manager and he said NO. In this day and age can you really say NO to your customers? They could have offered me extra chips and I would have been happy.
Dec 24, 2016
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A Foodie Travels
+3.5
We came here after christening with a set menu.the starters were great. Salad beautiful decorated .chorizo was nice.chicken livers could be better as was bit tough.With mains vegetables like beans bit tough but sweetcorn nice and chips nice too.Calamari was a bit rubbery.Spetada was hardly seasoned and needs more Portuguese flavour
Dec 19, 2016
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Abs
+3.5
Sunday lunch at Spetada was not a bad aides after all ...
Spicy prawns for staters was delicious , T Bone and lamb cutlets were just okay nothing to write home about really.

Their complementary bread was very nice I enjoyed it ...
Service on point great ambiance and location the weather was beautiful .

Service manager popped in frequently to check on our table ..

The mains were not great though!
Nov 13, 2016
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Ukanyo Lesedi Mabandla
+4.5
We organized a surprise birthday party for a very close friend. Throughout the entire process of planning, every time I spoke to someone who worked at this establishment they were courteous, professional and hassle free. That was a great precursor for things to come.

For those of you who haven't been the Firs square is a picturesque quad with restaurants on all sides. A garden centers this area which is illuminated by Christmas lights around the tree trunks. During the day or night this sets the scene for a beautiful atmosphere for dining. The restaurant itself takes full advantage of this with an open plan seating arrangement, and decor worthy of the setting. On Friday nights the square provides a band to liven up the mood with a fresh take on classic tunes. The atmosphere, vibe and decor come together to provide an exemplary dining experience.

Michelle and her staff genuinely didn't let us down in a food regard either. I had a phenomenal flavorful chicken pasta, the likes of which makes me feel sorry for people who voluntarily miss the opportunity to enjoy by Banting. It was indulgent in every sense of the word. The food came out quickly and fresh with not a single member in our party having a misplaced order, unsatisfactory element or turning anything back. This lack of complaints is a rarity in my experience of similar dinner parties. A masterclass in a variety of culinary disciplines.

Every experience is subjective and although I'm not a particularly fussy person I tend to be critical of my dining experiences only because I love food so much. Not only was it a pleasure to have graced this one but I seldom walk away with an almost perfect experience from something I was actively involved in planning. In so doing the performance of the restaurant is a reflection of the 'host'. Extraordinary eatery. I'll put my name to it.
Nov 05, 2016
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Dene Nell
+3.5
Had the parmesan chicken with mild mushrooms, food was great. Unfortunately during the course of the meal I accidentally knocked over a don pedro, without having a sip and the drink was added to our bill. Completely put a downer on the whole experience.
Sep 26, 2016
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Zama Sand
+4.5
BEST CHOICE!! A hidden gem 😱

Deciding where to do lunch in Rosebank with the girls is always a tough one. But after checking Zomato and Spetada popped up. I was like LETS!! Mind you I was tempted to go to Koi cos I was craving some sushi. But I don't regret the decision. 🙌🏽
The menu wasn't overly wow but I was like ah what the hell. Our awesome waiter (Paul I think it was) gave us some recommendations and we each had one of each. My steak came out a bit too dry but they swiftly replaced it with a mouthwatering piece. Their blue cheese sauce 😍😍😍😍 heavenly!! The ambience was just what we wanted, relaxed and yet with a hint of vibey-ness! We had intended to do a quick lunch but once we were relaxed and indulging the hours flew by! Only thing I can fault were the cocktails, not to my liking but the great service and delicious food made up for it all!!
Definitely coming back! I've finally found a reason to drive to Rosebank 😆!
Sep 24, 2016
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David Wilson
+3.5
Not bad for lunch. Interesting selection of chicken main courses so I went for spatchcock because it's not something you see often. It was great but be prepared to tear it apart with your hands! Good service and attention but tool 30 mins from ordering. So not fast if you are looking for a quick lunch.
Will go back to check out for dinner!
Sep 21, 2016
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Nkateko Nkuna
+5
Wow! In all the years I've been frequenting Rosebank I never noticed this little gem, but today I'm glad a little indecisiveness landed me here.

At first I wasn't wowed by the cocktail menu nor the food menu and my friends and I almost left. Luckily we were convinced to stay and to our delight the experience was lovely. The restaurant has an intimate vibe to it, with lovely homely decor.

We ordered cocktails and wine to start off and wow! This is one of now 2 places I can count on for a delicious boozey cocktail! I ordered oxtail with savoury rice, my friends ordered calamari with prawns and sole fish both served with mash and none of us were disappointed. The food is hearty and fresh and just so delicious I can't wait to actually go back & try more food from their menu! We shared a yummy tiramisu for dessert and that too was a winner.

I cannot wait to go back here over and over and over again.
Sep 19, 2016
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Kubash Govender
+4
I'm fortunate to work close to Spetada and therefore frequent them for their lunch specials, which is R69.00 for various meals. Favourite amongst my colleagues and myself is the peri peri chicken, dare I say but better than Nandos . You will be eating it the proper way, drumstick in hand and chewing the bones. Oh and I need to mention that they run a daily cocktail special, R40 for selected few.
Aug 20, 2016
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Carien Jakovljevic
+4
Mom and I came here for a girls night and it was lovely. We sat outside on a couch with blankets overlooking the piazza with a toasty heater right by us, having copious amounts of wine. The service by Atwell was spot on, non intrusive, efficient and we never had to wait long for anything. The...
Jul 16, 2016
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Arina Smith
+4
I ordered the gourmet Prego. I was expecting a little bit of a kick in the sauce but over all it was kept simple, wholesome and fresh which is what I needed! What stood out most for me was the staff, they were friendly and very attentive. The prices were average in comparison to other fancy restaurants and I would definitely come back and try some more Portuguese styled cooking.
Jul 14, 2016
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Tatenda
+4
This is probably one of the best restaurants I've been to yet, in the Rosebank area. The only negative thing I have to say about this place is that the wait for our food was quite long - we waited just over an hour for our food. But apart from that, the food was amazing - definitely worth the wait. The complimentary fresh rolls and still water were also a really nice touch. Beautiful setting and very friendly staff - the managers were amazing too - although it is expected for them to come to our table and make sure the food is great, they had such a great spirit about them and they also engaged with everyone at my table. I had a great experience and I'll definitely be going back soon!
Jun 19, 2016
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Tshidi
+4.5
One can easily miss this restaurant in Rosebank, it's got some amazing dishes. Went there for a friend's birthday party, the turnaround time for our food was great, had enough attention from the chef, manager and waiters. Had the lamb shank which was divine.
Jun 18, 2016
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Basetsana Magosi
+5
The best place to go to! I celebrated my 20th birthday there. The staff was very welcoming and very nice. I really enjoyed myself. Thank you guys😄😄😄
Jun 09, 2016
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Tam Loves Food
+4.5
The food at Spetada never disappoints. There is always a delicious bread basket to whet your appetite. The food comes in generous portions and there is something for every taste.
Jun 05, 2016
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Kurt Baden Cairns
+4
Who goes back for tea?? *sticks and in air and waves like he just doesn't care*. Now that I've lost about 25 points of street cred, I can say that the ribs nearly made me eat my own fingers. What a spectacular little venue in the heart of Rosebank. Waiter was a laugh, not because he was crap but because he had the best sense of humor. Make him president. Insanely insane fun was had.
May 31, 2016
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Siphelele Mhlongo
+5
I had planned a surprise lunch for my girlfriend and her friends, the managers and staff were great in getting everything ready for their arrival. They managed to pull off a great experience while also ensuring that my guests had everything they needed and enjoyed the surprise experience. Food was excellent as usual. This was definitely a wonderful idea with great and friendly people executing it exceptionally well. Definitely recommend this to anyone planning such a suprise as well.
May 29, 2016
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Daryl Lewin Burt
+4.5
The gourmet prego is not exactly a traditional prego but hands down the best prego I have ever had. Awesome flavour and very tender generously sized steak. Chips also extremely good.
May 29, 2016
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Raymond Langa
+4
What an unbelievable dining experience ❤️. The food is a bit pricy but totally worth every single cent. The portion sizes are huge so make sure that you go hungry. The fact that they have a 700g steak on the menu says it all. Without a doubt one of the best Portuguese restaurants in Johannesburg. It would be a mistake for you to miss out on this gem
May 09, 2016
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Tanya
+4
Spetada has officially been added to my list of favourite places to get a decent steak. The steaks are very well prepared and the staff are incredibly attentive. Starters are worth a mention as well. My fiance had chicken livers that melt in your mouth and the mushroom stack was very tasty. For mains we both had some speciality steaks. The portions are huge! We'll definitely be back!
Apr 30, 2016
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Nicole Zetler Shapiro
+4
We decided to try Spetada last night (Saturday) as we felt like something different from our usual choices. We were impressed by the very helpful and friendly staff - who were keen to seat and serve us. We had the spatchcock chicken and espetada chicken - both were excellent: tasty, good flavours, and well presented. It is a little on the pricey side but the portions are substantial so generally good value. Definitely somewhere I'd consider going again or recommending...
Apr 17, 2016
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Amanda Bout Fernandes
+3.5
Nestled nicely in cluster amidst other restaurants, spetada has a cosy feel with heaters and blankets too for the windy night. The spare ribs were finger licking good and the calamari was divine. The tanqueray mojito could have been better but overall a worthwhile place for a meal.
Apr 13, 2016
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David Stormer
+5
What an amazing experience! From the warm welcome at the door, the friendly and efficient service to the most delicious food and indescribable ambience. The owner's passion shines through as he personally manages this establishment. I shall definitely be going back.
Apr 08, 2016
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Jarred Michael Bell
+3.5
We tried Spetada for a quiet dinner and were intrigued by the wide variety of food on the menu. We both ended up ordering the chorizo and calamari pasta which was delicious and full of flavour. Would like to go back and try some of the other dishes on their menu to get a greater appreciation for the variety they offer.
Mar 06, 2016
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Paulo Carmo
+4
I must confess it was a very good surprise. It has both seafood and meat options, service is great and the food is excellent. Great grilled squids (I prefer to call them for the real name) and the best french fries I ever has in South Africa.
Feb 18, 2016
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Serena Seunarain
+4
Good ambiance and delicious food. A wide variety ...the long wait though prohibited me from giving it a 5 star rating. 

PS: Great herbal tea selection
Feb 17, 2016
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Jack & Jill
+4
We have been to Spetada on numerous occasions and have always had a good experience and super food. We love the avo & biltong steak. The carpaccio starter is a winner as is the pumpkin soup & mussels. You get huge freshly home baked rolls so yummy but careful not to spoil your appetite. The decor is elegant and love the couches seating. This is an upmarket restaurant and not a pub. The waitrons are attentive as is the manager who was checking everything was to our satisfaction. We will definitely be repeat customers. Really enjoyed when there the pianist was playing- what a treat while enjoying a great meal!
Feb 04, 2016
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El Broide
+4
This restaurant is on point. It's a bit pricy but the food is so worth it. The avo and Biltong steak is a winner. Service is friendly and food is good. I'll definitely be back.
Feb 02, 2016
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Nicola Slyper
+4
We stopped in for an impromptu lunch on the weekend. The staff were very accommodating and the service was good. They even changed the tv channel for us so that could watch the cricket.

While waiting for our food, we were given some warm bread, it was lovely. I then had the chicken schnitzel and Stuart had the prawn and rib combo. They were both delicious, my only complaint is that there wasn't a warm veg option to go with my meal. Overall we had a lovely lunch.
Feb 01, 2016
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Elle
+5
I can't explain the feeling to anyone who has not been on a terrace in Portugal overlooking the sea with a shaded area, tranquil tables with umbrellas, beautiful people walking by and at neighbour tables, sun rays glimmering through your sparkling water and wine glass. A quiet friendly waiter, Freeman, gets absolutely everything right and making it seem effortless. We had trinchado (and reordered another portion) , grilled haloumi (and ordered another portion), carpaccio, chips, avocado Ritz, home baked bread, even the pinot noir was at perfect temperature. I cannot fault one single thing. Oh yes ...there was a bee buzzing around our food and drinks, we welcomed it and it stayed for a very short while and left....even the bees at this restaurant are well beehaved (excuse the pun)
Jan 17, 2016
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Nikita Daya
+4
This place is just a gem hidden within Rosebank . The service is impeccable. The waiters are friendly and the manager is very accommodating . This place has a lot of options for beef eaters , but the sea food variety is just as amazing . No complains with regards to the taste of food . If you're lucky enough to go for dinner during a wintery night , you're pampered with a blanket and heaters if seated outside enjoying a starry night.
Dec 04, 2015
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Bianca Allen
+4.5
Wow! I was pleasantly surprised with this restaurant! Walked passed it many tomes and what caught our eye was the Calarizo dish - Calamari and Chorizo combo - AMAZING! We also had the Carpaccio Starter and Biltong and Avo Steak, equally as delicious!
Nov 21, 2015
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Joelene
+4.5
Perfect date night I have been here many times and I always go back for more fresh oysters yeah sounds like I'm the oyster police but when you have a love for seafood you have to have quality or else you could end up in hospital and at spetada they speak the same language as me when it comes to food . . . So we started with our famous oysters with a fresh squeeze of lemon juice and some tabasco sauce finally grinding black pepper yum yum those little suckers are really devine for our mains we decided to share a platter for one well its a very generous amount of food muscles, calamari done 3 ways , Line fish , prawns and your choice of starch well that is a lot of food. Most of the time we don't have space for desert but when we both commit to date night and a 3 course meal we have desert . For me it is romantic we get 1 plate and 2 spoons but my boyfriend doesn't have a sweet tooth so of course it's all mine
Nov 07, 2015
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Sandile Mkhwanazi
+4
Friday evening supper with my lady and we were blown away. Had a fantastic evening. The setting was spot on, the music and the surroundings. Most importantly the food was spot on. The chicken liver starter is the best I've had in ages. Spicy and full of flavor but not hot in any way. I had the 500 g Spetada and my girlfriend had the lamb cutlets as mains. Absolutely spot on. Will definitely be making our way back soon. Only blimp was the service at times was a bit slow but Friday's are busy so could have been why.
Nov 02, 2015
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Bongani Magwebu
+5
Ordered the rump with the biltong and avocado, wife chose mussels and rump. Rump was perfectly done, and the flavors blended well together. I will be back for more !!!!
Oct 08, 2015
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Matshidiso Papo:)
+4.5
Went to Espetada for afternoon drinks on a Friday. The ambience of the restaurant is amazing for a Friday afternoon, had the most amazing wine. Appreciates the fact that the waiters also don't bother you ever 50 seconds. I'll definitely be found my back to try out that food selection.
Oct 03, 2015
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Stiaan
+4.5
Stiaan Ras,

Wife had carpaccio and myself the Karoo Ribs. Carpaccio very good. The ribs with salad was exquisite!

Probably the best I have ever had!
Sep 22, 2015
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Nirusha Ramla
+3.5
I enjoyed the clean white decor inside which created a relaxing mood. Our waiter was excellent, very attentive and ready to please. He brought our drinks fairly quickly and also the strawberry and mint water which was refreshing. I order a side dish of chips, which was the side of a main meal, which I would encourage the chef and manager to revisit the portions. I also had a mushroom spinach starter which was really delicious. Generally the food was good but not wow.
Sep 11, 2015
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Andrew
+3.5
Went for dinner with friends and we were keen to try as we have never eaten at this restaurant before.

We were seated promptly as we arrived. The seating was different as the table we chose had a couch on the one side and normal chairs on the other. As we got seated the waiter poured us a glass of strawberry and mint water, which was different and very refreshing.

We ordered dozen oysters as starters as were informed they were in special which was very helpful from our waiter. The oysters came and were nicely presented on ice with lemon wedges. The oysters were fresh and fat which is always a good combination.

For mains we ordered, sole and calamari combo, the seafood Espetada and the full ribs with chips. The sole and calamari was cooked to perfection. The sole was well seasoned and soft. The calamari wasn't overcooked and was soft and tender with great flavor as well. The ribs and chips was good. Sticky and sweet. The chips were thin and crispy. Always a good combination. The ribs however seemed to be half rack instead of the full rack which I ordered. The seafood Espetada was well presented and look amazing. Most of the seafood was Devine except for the line fish which I thought was overcooked and abit dry.

For dessert we ordered the mint tea and a Malva pudding. Yea was very unique and presented well. The Malva pudding we found abit strange. The cake we thought had a strange taste to it and didn't taste like the Malva cake we usually have. Have to admit the custard which I'm sure was ultramel was amazing. The manager quickly changed the Malva pudding for us and we chose ice cream and chocolate sauce. This was better than the Malva pudding.

Overall a good meal with good service. Not a bad place for a nice chilled dinner.
Aug 18, 2015
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Catherine Au
+3.5
Setting: modern, half couch seats half chair seats, relaxing. Decor, didn't make much impression on me.

Service: on a good standard, waiters are attentive, managers come to check on things.

Drinks: on arrival, we were offered some strawberry mint water, absolutely great idea and a good touch!!
I ordered a virgin strawberry daiquiri. It was quite nice... Not too sweet.

Food:
⭐️oysters was on special, and they came fresh, lemon wedge has no pips, and presented neatly!
⭐️Bread came as a whole bun, which we had to divide amongst ourselves, which was different. The bread was quite nice.
⭐️sole and calamari with rice and veg, the seafood was cooked to perfection, very soft and not over cooked. The vegetables on the other hand was undercooked, carrots were still crunchy.
⭐️Pork ribs with chips: my oh my, this was Devine, ribs were well flavored, chips were crunchy and fresh.
⭐️seafood Espetada: great presentation, big prawns, but lacked seasoning, the line fish was over cooked.

Dessert:
⭐️malva pudding with custard and ice-cream: the malva pudding looked great, but one the first bite, it wasn't as we expected, it had a strange taste, not the ones we used to, the texture was overly soft as well, we had told the manager about it, and he had exchanged for us some ice cream with chocolate sauce.

Tea: well presented, there's a whole page of tea selection and explanation on their menu.

Overall experience was an enjoyable evening!
Aug 17, 2015
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Peter
+3.5
Not bad but nothing out of this world. Steak was good as were the ribs but nothing better than dozens of other places. Not sure if we would come back.
Aug 16, 2015
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Blasian Princess
+5
This restaurant is excellent! The staff are awesome. The food is awesome and the cocktails are even awesomer. Staff are friendly and efficient. I would definitely recommend this place to everyone.
Aug 13, 2015
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Lee-Anne Jacobs
+3.5
Took an international visitor for lunch. Average experience for the SA team for the European team our BEEF is always excellent.
Prices are high in my opinion .
Aug 10, 2015
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Tshepi M
+4.5
I had date night here and it was amazing. The chef came to greet us and asked how our food was. I had the Portuguese steak and the red wine sauce was amazing. They make their bread in the restuarant so it was fresh and warm...I couldn't stop dipping it in the steak sauce I even forgot that I had ordered a starch to accompany my steak. This is place is a definite must try. The staff including the chef are attentive. Definitely worth the money spent
Jul 26, 2015
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Andile Coffy Magiba
+4
A Grade Ambience, A Grade food, A- on the service...This place is awesome...great steaks...an overall good second experience very consistent.@Sizepea
Jun 29, 2015
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Ditebogo Malatši
+3.5
Good food and location for post work dinner, friendly waiters who are willing to recommend food and give you a blankie on a chilly day but you will be R10 for warm tap water which is a big let down
Jun 26, 2015
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Tshiamo Motiang Molanda
+4
As a mother you are always on the go and at times you need time by yourself. I took myself out for lunch at Spetada and really enjoyed it. Everything was on point. The waiter was attentive without being too on my face. The bread that was brought out was warm and tasted good. I ordered a steak and salad which were good. The only thing was that the steak was supposed to be medium but was a bit well done. Will definitely go back.
May 31, 2015
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Nutin Dean
+4
My boyfriend and I wanted to have a romantic dinner for two on our 10th anniversary. I would have changed my option.... Spetada was awesome! The ambience was great, the staff was friendly and the manager was cheerful. I had a seafood spetada- delicious! and my boyfriend had lamb shank...His not much of a meat eater so he did not really enjoy it but we would definitely go there again.
May 30, 2015
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Theresa Offwood-le Roux
+4
Had dinner at Spetada the other day. I had the Classic Burger and I must say it was very good! My husband had the Prego Roll - it's good value for money as you get a lot of good quality steak, it just needed a little more sauce. The menu has quite a range of options. It is a little pricey but not more than other high end Joburg restaurants. The service was very friendly and helpful. The setting is really lovely - we sat outside and it wasn't cold at all. It's a lovely choice, although it's competing with lots of other very good restaurants in Rosebank!
May 14, 2015
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Jackie Cabo Baatjes
+4.5
First time at this restaurant and was pleasantly surprised. Ambience was classy and comfortable. Service was great, right amount of attention. Food was good quality, decent portions and tasted great. Seafood spetada is a winner. Drinks were rather expensive though.
Apr 29, 2015
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Honey
+4
Hosted my friend's 21st birthday party. The restaurant is very spacious and elegant. The foid is great. The waiters are very friendly, the manager should maybe be more friendlier, and possibly smile more.
Apr 21, 2015
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Sesh
+3.5
The food is good, nice cocktails and service is on point. It's a nicely positioned restaurant with a nice setup for sunny days or chilled nights.
Apr 06, 2015
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Annie
+3.5
Popped for dinner on Saturday night, and overall it was great service and well portioned food. We had the prawns and calamari and 500g beef espetada, both of which were delish however the downfall was that the fries were saturated in oil. The beef espetada was cooked to perfection and tasted great. And for dessert we had the creme brûlée which was the best! Overall will give it another shot.

Mar 15, 2015
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Sally Govender
+5
Love the food and the idea of not making a booking. The live music was such a treat to a beautiful evening. Staff were amazing and so on top of their game. Will return.
Feb 16, 2015
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Steven
+3.5
Stopped in for a quick lunch. Service was good, attentive non intrusive and we did not have to resort to arm waving to get attention. The restaurant seating was not crowded and we could relax and enjoy ourselves.

Food was good, not amazing and with quite large portion sizes, so the slightly pricy menu is justified.

I would go back and based on my experience recommend Spetada.
Feb 14, 2015
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Michelly
+5
Lovely Ambiance, Great Food and Drinks. Love it!! I tried the beef spedata a bit dry though , but seafood one was on point!! Cocktails very yum ????
Jan 15, 2015
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Tlalane
+4
Great place, went for dinner with my husband and the food was absolutely out of this world. He had a steak and it was tender and succulent and I had a trio of staters which included oysters, carpaccio and snails - amazing. The starter bread they give you at the beginning was to die for - wow!!!!

The service wasn't bad either....This place is definitely worth a try
Jan 10, 2015
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Katt
+3.5
Great place. I Loved their lamb shank! Perfect for a chilled dinner for 2 or with a few friends! Service is good. Would definitely eat here again
Dec 26, 2014
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Asian Foodie
+4
I went here with a large group of people (there were around 25 of us). The waiters were on top of things, making sure that all our needs were covered. We were split into three different tables and it was unfortunate that the one table had to wait around 15 minutes after the rest of us got our food before they got theirs. It was worth the wait though because the food was really good. The glass on the ceiling was a bit weird for me although most others found it really cool
Nov 21, 2014
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Garth Williamson
+4.5
A jewel in Rosebank. Portuguese fine dining cuisine venue.From steaks to deliciously spiced seafood. Good value,friendly staff and attention to detail. Highly recommended.
Nov 09, 2014
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Amy Ford
+4
I love Spetada and think it is totally underrated. The service is excellent and the pricing is great for what you get. Have been about three or four times now and each time my expectations are exceeded. Can highly recommend the trinchado starter too!
Nov 04, 2014
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JC
+3.5
Sunday lunch at Spetada. First visit and found service to be prompt & attentive. Ordered 2 speciality steaks and will definitely be back for more. It was delicious. Also enjoyed the complimentary potato bread to start. Sides of butternut & onion rings only brought to table halfway through the meal. Mildly irritating but not a crisis. However the onion rings were disgusting. Won't be ordering those again. Overall value for money & a pleasant experience.

Nov 02, 2014
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Marc Schmidt
+4
We were intending to find somewhere for breakfast & ended up having lunch at Spetada. We found it by accident & by using Zomato.
Firstly there is plenty of parking. Yeah.
The restaurant is located in a fresh air courtyard of sorts. A really relaxing setting.
The restaurant is really nicely appointed. Lots of tables & lots of space between them. It's a calming & relaxing setting. There are mirrors on the ceiling as their signature decor.
The waiter was friendly, helpful & really pleasant. He helped us with the pram & we found the perfect table to enjoy our meal at.
Our starters were delicious. Avo Ritz & Trinchado. Really really yummy. Well presented. Looked so appetising
We had prawns & calamari combo and a rump for mains.
My prawns were fantastic. So tasty with a whiff of garlic. Juicy, soft & tangy. Delicious.
My wife's rump was tender, very tasty & accompanied by veggies & a baked potato. She absolutely loved it.
I'm afraid there was no space left for dessert.
We had a brilliant time & thoroughly enjoyed the vibe, the soft music & the wonderful food.
This experience was a great surprise & worth the steep bill ????
Sep 20, 2014
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Maylene Kim May
+4.5
I have been here for dinner and lunch. My sister and her hubby introduced us as they Love this place. The Father and Son are friendly, warm and very accomodating. Their starters are divine, you have to try the starter platter. My boyfriend and had dinner there, my patner loved their lamb. I had the fish and requested no sauce, but it came with sauce, they happily changed it for me and gave me fresh fish and veges and a nce fresh side salad. Then ended with  lovely americano.
Thank you!
Sep 01, 2014
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Big Al
+3.5
Ambience good, service good, food good but nothing out of the ordinary
Aug 24, 2014
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Ronny Tack
+4
Good food. We had the Gourmet Chicken and Chicken Picata, both delicious. They also have a nice selection of tea. Service was decent
Aug 10, 2014
5
Yung Cet
+5
Cool place to hang out. Even a nice view at night. The food is over the top.
5
Peter Bolgann
+5
Wonderful Portuguese restaurant. We keep going back for their delicious Espetada and altogether awesome cuisine. The ambience is classy but laid back with ambient jazz in the background and well trained waiters. Always a treat!
4
Goitseone Jonas
+4
The food is pretty good. The service is truly some of the best that you will find. These guys really pay attention to detail.
4
Simone Jeffery
+4
The food was good but could've been a tad bit tastier. The service was very efficient and friendly.
5
Veruska Bates
+5
I will definitely visit again. The service is great, management and staff are friendly and welcoming, food is devine with a great atmosphere - definitely value-added service here.
5
Carey Duncan
+5
Good food, good atmosphere and great staff
5
John JACOB
+5
One of my favourite places to chill with good food. In fact I had my best whole baby chicken here
5
Sithandweyinkosi Mushunje
+5
very hospitable team,food was great and just on point!will be back definately
4
Brett Horne
+4
Really good food. Helpful staff
5
Graham Terrell
+5
Impeccable customer service and customisation of my simple meal which was absolutely divine!!!
4
Belinda Williams
+4
Service was good, food was tasty. Watch out for garlic breath
4
Nothando Moloi
+4
I love their bread!
4
Carey Duncan
+4
Had a great meal in a nice relaxed atmosphere
4
Dr Sindisiwe van Zyl
+4
Great food. Loved the private room
5
ox “Gavin” goldhawk
+5
Excellent service and menu selection with specials
5
Gabriel Bell
+5
The food and service are both top notch.
4
Mudzithe Phiri
+4
Best potato bread ever! And excellent service.
4
Arnoldn Nso
+4
Nyc place
4
Pervelan Govender
+4
Awesome food and service