Kimberly Taryn Bradford Brown
+5
Visited this gem yesterday for a birthday celebration, and I cannot wait to stop by again. Fantastic food, great service and a stunning art gallery. The four-bone lamb rack was delicious and the vanilla creme brulee is a must.
I loved the decor, the artwork, antique furniture, beautiful garden setting and the background music was just up my alley!
The music- Loved it! Loved it! Loved it!
The brown paper menus are a great idea! Environmentally friendly & can be replaced to avoid grubbiness or hidden germs.
Good service.
Food was delicious albeit on the small side. Still felt a tad hungry afterwards.
Absolutely love Possums. Great menu, great service, amazing wine list & just an all round stunning setting. A favorite place to get together with friends!
Food is absolutely delicious...setting is perfect and the ambiance sheer peace...a must have lunch place
Isabelle Carole Hagner
+5
What an amazing gem... coming from a frenchie, I can say the food is really amazing and great value for money too � ambiance and service were outstanding... I’ve been repeatedly disappointed by restaurants of late, my husband and I concluding that we eat better at home than going out.... but your place OMW...thank you for an amazing evening on our “date night” ���
Great ladies breakfast with impeccable service and an outstanding meal. Definitely a spot I will recommend to anyone.
When it comes to awesome food and a great location - you have come to the right place! 5star all around!
I will be returning with my entourage and family for my 39th Birthday in March. �����
JHB's best hidden treasure... surrealism�
Christine Garde Denning
+5
We had an incredible time here! It is definitely a place we will always have a meal at when we are in Johannesburg!
Great atmosphere and good quality food! Despite a small mishap with my order, all was well because of the excellent service. Highly recommended!!
Beautiful place, wonderful staff, gorgeous doggies, friendly people, happy atmosphere and always delicious food ❤❤❤ I can't fault this place in all the numerous times I've visited. Possums remains in my top 3 always..because all the aforementioned +Ambience!
Quickly stopped here for a drink with a friend.
Beautiful atmosphere, very private/quiet little restaurant. It’s almost like relaxing in your garden.
The service was good, and I must say... al the food that people ordered... looked AMAZING!!!
So I’ll definitely be back for a lunch one day!
My last visit was about 2 years ago, and the reason for not returning sooner was because the food didn't leave us missing this place at all. However, decided to give another try, and turned out to be an enjoyable dinner. It seemed that they have simpled down the menu and quite liked their selection of tapas, as they go well with a bottle of wine. Service can be a bit more efficient but liked the friendliness. Am glad to gave another try and will try again.
We were there for lunch. Lovely setting, great food. The salmon was fantastic and the lamb rack. Will deffinately visit again.
Parking is a bit tight, but organised.
I’ve been to Possum’s twice and enjoyed both times. You must go. It’s good for families, with quiet corners for dates. Book in advance.
Many good things:
1/ waiters are friendly but professional, attentive, service is quick
2/ food is unbelievably tasty - I had the baked pork with dumplings (sauce is unexpectedly creamy and just divine), and the croissant pudding (sweet, not soggy, perfect)
3/ it has a super homey vibe that I love - feels like eating in your colonial grandmother’s lounge (if I can be politically incorrect)
Nothing bad - Possums for the win!
The setting is perfect, whether inside or on the deck. The food is rather unique so prepare to be dined. Fairly expensive for what you get. Colleagues had the salmon and the rabbit which they liked. The lamb rack was small but good.
Possums was such a hidden gem. I was looking forward to taking some friends there after not being back in a few months and I could not believe how much the food quality has dropped. Dry lamb. A dry plate. Not one person on my table of four was blown away and I remember how the food would always blow me away - juicy and cooked with love. Perhaps a new chef?
It's still such a beautiful spot so I hope they can get their magic back.
We really enjoyed this cute, relaxing restaurant. The setting is perfect for a hot evening. The garden like setting has a French bistro feel, with fairy lights in the trees and quirky decor and furniture. The service was spot on and we got our food quickly. Your water comes in a pitcher filled with ice and lemon (I love that). The menu is fairly basic - standard traditional meals. The starters were substantial. The wine list is decent and they also do cocktails. We both had the salmon for mains and we could not fault it - very good and perfectly cooked. This is an ideal restaurant for a low key girlie dinner or for a quiet, romantic setting that’s not pretentious or too fancy.
I have been here a few times and have always had great food and good service. The setting is lovely, just what we need in Joburg! However, I would suggest that the owners invest in some new music - we had Lionel Ritchie on repeat throughout lunch, which was a bit much ...
This place feels like such a neighbourhood gem. It feels cosy and relaxed. We dined outside and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. There's lots of art to look at, and the servers were helpful and friendly. The food and drinks were fantastic! I had an amazing salad and dessert was incredible too.
Location, service and decor is really great and their festive gear is really nice. The steak was perfect but the rest of the food was average, especially for the price.
The ambience of this restaurant makes it well worth the visit. Lovely setting, especially if outside. Great place to spend an extended lunch.
Been here twice in the last few weeks.
Once for a baby shower and that was fabulous.
And then for lunch with my sister.
We had such an amazing lunch! Loved the pork belly salad... it’s so delicious and was perfect for a hot day.
Also loved that we could get champagne and prosecco by the glass!
Very cute little hidden gem. Food is great but not many veg options. The bar is also nice for a drink and a different vibe but it’s a bit smoky and the service isn’t great in the bar
A lovely venue with a unique vibe, sadly some let downs. Attending a friend's birthday on Saturday, we found the restaurant relatively empty as it was a long weekend. We kicked off with beers and cocktails, but as it became dark, we realized the venue had no power (not their fault, but we had not been informed). This meant no more draught beers, as well as a lot of the menu not being available. What dissapointed us was that they did not allow us to order pizza (even though we were advised it could be made), as the other large table would be getting prefrence. Our waitress also refused to leave a drinks menu with us as it was made of paper and they didnt want it to get wet. Service was a let down, and the lady serving us was not friendly or helpful at all. The food that we did order came very quickly and was delicious! Also had troubles with the bill, that we could not really understand. At least the evening was spent with lovely people and was more than enjoyable
What a gorgeous little place !!! Loved sitting underneath the fairy lights .
The menu is small-ish but offers variety.
The food was good , but the setting EVEN BETER.
I would definitely go back for the ambience, I felt like I was in a fairytale.
I definitely recommend it as a place to take a loved one.
Just love Possum's!!! The garden, the setting, the vibe, the service, the food. Had an event there and it was absolutely beautiful. Sunday lunchs are great with the band. Highly recommended
My husband and I love this restaurant and have brought our families here who love it just as much. A beautiful setting and ambiance, especially on Sundays with the live music. The food is always amazing and there is great service. The setting feels like you are dining in your backyard, but way better!
Lovely afternoon sitting outside in the warm sun. Food was very good. We both had the prawn pasta - my friend said it was the best she had ever tasted. Wine choice good, service very attentive. Definately will be back
Really great spot. One of my favourites. Sit in the garden amongst pots filled with beautiful plants and flowers. Large variety of dishes - deconstructed fillet is really good.
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Lovely food and atmosphere here, and would have gotten a higher review if not for an unfortunate eventuality - as our Sunday lunch continued, our server became more and more "under the weather". Eventually he seems to have been removed from our table, but it should have been picked up a great deal sooner and dealt with - especially since by the end it was quite clear he was as drunk as a skunk and we had to send back food we had not ordered, and either give up on items we HAD ordered or ask a different waiter where they were. All of which understandably meant our bill wasn't very accurate.
But otherwise the lunch was lovely. My pork fillet was amazing but still lost out to my mother's quail as the best dish of the day. The selection of breads were very yummy, and the drunken waiter's boasts of one of the best creme brûlée in Joburg were accurate.
There was lovely live jazz music, and the garden area was stunning. Even the bathrooms were beautifully decorated.
With just a bit more supervision by the management, and dealing with problems with staff faster, this review could easily have been a 5/5.
I just love the vibe here. Sunday lunch is usually advisable to book..we were kindly squeezed in. A uniquely inspired menu where I have found every meal to be delicious with unusual flavour and ingredient combinations. I had to have 2 starters! Adding to the relaxed atmosphere was a 3 piece jazz band. Get here.
Great afternoon spent inside by the gas heater.... From the outside it looked like it would have a fireplace (I'm sure it did), but we were unfortunately placed next to a gas heater. Once I squinted my eyes the heater started to seem like an actual fire, and the rest of the afternoon was bathed in its warm glow. Food was good (deconstructed sirloin was a winner). Remember to order veg if you have a fillet (otherwise it's just an expensive piece of meat). Service was also good, never had to search for the waiter.
A delightful restaurant in the heart of Craighall. The setting and ambiance is quaint perfect for a business dinner, romantic evening or a casual dinner. The menu caters for all tastes - absolutely delicious food!
Oh Possum's how subdued yet quaint you are!We had the most delicious tapas style late lunch there a couple of months ago. I would definitely recommend the focaccia, sliders and oysters. The entire ambience is relaxed and somewhat reminiscent of Europe.
Great dog-friendly neighbourhood place.
Had the salmon for lunch and I think it was the best I've ever had.
We often have the pizzas for a quick dinner and they are fabulous- crispy base, not too filling.
A great place to get away from the crowds. Lovely menu, and beautiful alfresco space underneath the trees outside. Staff are helpful and the service in general is good. Had the broccoli and asparagus salad, with extra chicken on the side. The food was very good, look forward to come back here for breakfast or even dinner.
Ridden past here often enough so had to try out some time. Went for a family lunch on a public holiday, lovely outdoor setting with staff enthusiastic to be of service. Menu is classy and different and altogether very enjoyable. This is a good venue for an occasion and in Jozi weather lovely, little pricey but acceptable 😁😁
Nicole Zetler Shapiro
+3.5
Went for Sunday brunch and it was lovely! Small but good breakfast menu, lovely setting outside in the courtyard, good service and tasty food (we had the eggs Benedict). Good outing and value all round.
Would definitely try again!
First time at Possums and just loved the ambiance, elegant, beautifully decorated and romantically lit. The outside area with fires burning was beautiful too. The fresh proteas on the tables were just gorgeous. Service and staff excellent, food delish but only had mains. The loos were so pretty that I never wanted to leave 😃.
I've been a few times and always experience excellent service and superb food! I had a delicious and huge beef burger, perfectly cooked. Others had deconstructed sirloin which was also cooked exactly as ordered and looked yum. Great live music on a Sunday, perfect for Sunday lunch!
Possums has a really good reputation & has been around for a while...as such it has a pretty loyal following and comes highly recommended. I think this all set my expectations very high. I must say it was a pleasant experience...everything is so pretty and has a warm touch. I had the salmon...which was made nicely...I enjoyed it, especially with their Asian sauce. For dessert I had the chocolate Tuscan tart with berry ice cream...it was good, especially with the hazelnuts inside 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽
Sunday lunch. Ordered the norwegian salmon and roasted butternut.. Excellent. Salmon seared to perfection. Presented really nicely too. Then had the roasted brinjal and pear salad. Again really tasty. Grissini a bit to hard but overall excellent dish.
Mom had the crispy pork salad and the olive focacia and my cousin had the pork salad.
Service was on point. No complaints and the possum sunrise cocktails were top notch. So good.
If i have one complaint it would be i didn't have more.
Possums on burnside.. I'll be back!
Lovely, outdoor setting and pavement café vibe. Great wine list but I'm kinda tired of restaurants making such massive mark-ups on wine... Interesting menu, with something for everyone. I had the duck, which was amazing. So was the salmon, I hear. Desserts also don't disappoint - they don't look or taste as if they've been in the fridge forever, or have just been nuked in the microwave for that "oven-fresh" warmth. Dessert portions very generous, so suggest sharing. Service was great, all in all a lovely evening out.
Consistently excellent food and great service in a beautiful setting. Possum's menu has creative choices and is classy, without being over the top.
Violently hungover and needed a breakfast of epic proportions to alleviate me of the tequila aftershocks fumbling through my body. First ordered the Americano coffee which was just short of perfect. Followed by the gigantic Bacon Egg, mushroom and pork sausage festival on a plate. No lies, I would have this for dinner even.... that's how good it was. 2 downfall, took a while to flag our waitron down for the bill. However, your are forgiven.
Possums has a great location with a courtyard and a lovely vibe. The waiters were all really friendly and efficient and the food was great. We were really impressed and would like to commend all the waiters, who were great with the kids and danced with and high-fived them whenever they came pass. IT was a really lovely experience.
Francois Marais Van Zyl
+4
Located on my homeward bound route and always wonder what the big attraction is and why it is always so busy.Now I know the reason is because it is a beautiful venue with beautiful artwork, décor and ambiance. Visited Possums during a company lunch and was not disappointed.Had the queen prawns (6) which was very nice although a bit bland to my liking as I prefer prawns in the Mozambican spicy way.The rib-eye steak, lamb rack and quail seemed to be the right choices.The tequila infused cheesecake was the best ever and looking around our table the deserts were the highlight of the day.Extensive wine selection and reasonably priced.
The perfect venue for a small year-end bash. The setting is quite tranquil with perfectly curated decor. The waiters were awesome and the food (roaming platters of veg crostini, beef and chicken skewers, prawn tempura and beef sliders) was good. A great time was had by all.
The new location is so beautiful - very happy to have Possums in Craighall now. We had a friend's birthday dinner there and service was attentive. Food came out fairly quickly after ordering for such a big table. Had the salmon with cinnamon butternut and it was cooked to perfection with a delicious Asian sauce. Went back for lunch there on the Sunday and food was just as good. Deconstructed fillet was delicious and so was the burger - although the bun was a bit heavy.
Currently, in my opinion, the best restaurant in the area. Beautiful venue with a well kept garden, restaurant has a beautiful interior - you can relax and enjoy a wonderful evening with nice music softly playing in the background.
We eat here often, and have never been disappointed. The salmon and the beef fillet - highly recommended! The chicken pot also delicious!
The staff are friendly and attentive and the owner very hands-on.
I will recommend this gem to any one!
Possum's has become a bit of a standard in the central north.
Service is always great, and food generally good.
The setting (especially during the day) is quite idyllic, although the garden is smaller now than it once was, and overall the environment is getting a little cluttered.
I recently had a function here (in the private dining room/gallery), and it was well handled. Set up was good. the waiters were really helpful and food was good. Recommended.
An unexpected little gem. Beautiful garden setting with plenty of indoor seating as well. There are several nooks and crannies that can supply a bit of privacy for more intimate affairs.
The staff is very well trained and friendly. The menu is typical french bistro inspired with all the expected classics. The deconstructed beef fillet I had was exeptional.
Will be back soon!
Ria Fraser @CityFlavours
+4.5
What a beautiful restaurant, the outside area is in a garden filled with flowers and makes you feel like staying the whole afternoon. The food was delicious, we had the deconstructed steak, lollipop tjops and the prawn pasta. Our waiter, Ian, was so friendly and the food appeared not to long after we ordered. I know Ian from Rockets and if a waiter leaves an impression so you recognise and hug him when you see him at a new place, then you know he is good
I have to say that it is quite difficult to find a restaurant that takes you out of the city for a while. Set in the heart of Hurlingham, Possums has grown to be one of my absolute favorites! Not only are the tables nestled among the trees and lavender, the pizzas are incredible and just the perfect size for one.
Interesting menu. Service was ok, not the best.
There were 7 different meals at our table and everyone was generally happy. I had a New York style burger. Roll was fresh and patty was good but as a whole the burger was a bit dry. It needs some kind of sauce.
Very relaxed enjoyable vibe.
Visited Possums for a restaurant week dinner. Lovely ambiance, service was excellent but I wasn't so keen about my dishes. I ordered the brinjal, poached pear and olives with brie for my starter and really didn't enjoy it but I think it was my fault for ordering it, had the 250g deconstructed fillet with chips for my main, felt that the chef didn't try very hard with this dish and then had the creme brulee for dessert which was good. I'm very two minded about Possums, may try it again.
This is one of those spots where one has to try at least once in your jhb culinary journey.
This little gem is a great example of a well run joint. Service is always good. Food never a fault.
For a great brunch lunch spot, this sanctuary is a welcome relief from the bussel of every day jhb
Fantastic dinner spot with beautiful lighting and a great atmosphere outside! Food was also sunning and the service was quick and friendly! Would definitely recommend!
Very nice outside section for Summer, would like to return for breakfast some time. We had dinner, the menu is extensive menu with lots of options, spoilt for choice. Food good overall. The deconstructed fillet was perfectly done. All well presented.
Nice venue for an afternoon lunch. Overall the experience was good however there were a few things on the menu they didn't have, we were only told after ordering. Will visit again.
A great meal and a great day. Fantastic service followed by delicious food. You have to love this spot ...walking through the gardens and admiring the beautiful flowers.... a great lunch or dinner place, just make sure you know what you feel like cause the menu is super extensive. Try the chicken livers, they are incredibly delicious.
We decided to try out Possum's on Burnside as part of restaurant week and I thoroughly enjoyed my experience.
The restaurant has a big open courtyard full of gorgeous lights which is lovely on a warm evening. The service is quick and our waiter Ian was super friendly.
Usually with restaurant week the menus options are quite limited and there isn't too much to choose from but Possum's had a large variety of options for starter, main and dessert and everything looked so good I struggled to decide. I had a liver pate starter which was smooth and delicious, for main I had the deconstructed fillet which came on a Mediterranean style platter with condiments, chips and bread and it was perfectly cooked and seasoned. For dessert I had the apple pie which was very tasty although a bit overwhelmed with ginger.
I would definitely come back for a lunch out in the courtyard or a romantic dinner.
The food is fantastic. Service and location is really nice. We had an unpleasant encounter with the owner / manager who was upset that a waiter had seated us in front of a promotional gin stand ... lol .. not our lucky day. Other than our forceful removal - really good experience overall.
Carolyn Watt-Pringle
+3.5
Possums is your typical Saturday or Sunday afternoon drinks place. Perfect for sundowners, out in the open. Portions are a bit small for the price. Usually always busy, so best to book in advance!
Food was great!! Very nice seating area outside. Prices are also very good for the amount of food you get. Only bad part was the coffee cups. It was old and chipped. Great experience and the service was terrific👍
Possums is a cosy intimate restaurant. Food is great and we had such a good time that we were reminded to go home😁. The setting is romantic with fairy lights in a garden setting. Also seating indoors. Great cocktails with an interesting variety. Food is excellent from starters to dessert. All and all a good evening out. Romantic setting for two or groups, all catered for. Security all round and adequate parking.
Great food! Id talk about the ambience but I was there for the food🤣it's a beautiful location. I had the pork ribs which were heavenly. My colleagues ordered lamb, and Qual which were all to die for. The parmesan chicken was at best average. Nothing to write home about. Unless you like soggy cheesy sour unbalanced flavour then by all means go for it.
Had the croissant desert which was a perfect way to end the meal, cheesecake was also amazing!
Pricing is not bad at all.
Very good food and we love the atmosphere. The platter is very good and we loved the service as always. Only reason we rated them down a bit is they are often out of stock on wines and this can be very irritating.
Amazing; had lunch here earlier this month (again) and we were very pleased. Great food, great service and great location. Perfect for a long lazy lunch. Definitely going back.
Lovely garden spot for a bite. All meals served. The breakfast was superb. Secure parking in a side street off Jan Smuts Ave
Possums is a surprise. It is not overdone or underdone in any way... Mood, decor, menu service. It is classy, and calm, and friendly all at the same time. You leave with good vibes. I think the pricing is very reasonable... Also not overdone or underdone.
Awesome food here. Wow I love Possums... great food and great memories. The rustic outdoors theme makes one want to eat and the waiters really understand and know the menu...
Laidback place, its a villa with a nice garden where you can relax and chill here. Food is tasty and ingredient is fresh. They got small art gallery inside.
Beautiful setting with delicious food! Had a fabulous time and will definitely go back. Lovely for a summer lunch.
Great morning breakfast, great start to the day. Lovely morning jazz with a toasty fire in the background takes the chill out the air.
Such a lovely place for an event ......Daughter in law had her baby shower there
Absolutely beautiful! Loved the outdoor setting and live music performances
Beautiful place to go on any given day. What a hidden treasure this place is. The food was great and great service.
Beautiful place and amazing service ... great spot to just unwind
Great to sit outside, hospitality and food always constant. The musician Sean added the cherry on top. Well done all.
Possums has great menu options and pricing is fair. Very nice outdoor seating, and we highly recommend the desserts.
Lovely atmosphere and ambience. Upper market restaurant. Not an extensive menu, however whatever you order will be served very well.
Original and varied dishes which make it an interesting, alternative dining experience. Staff could probably be slightly more efficient.
Booking is definitely recommended, or can try your luck and still get a nice table.
Would recommend for a special evening. Private spot, but lively atmosphere.
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