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Cafe Del Sol Classico
90/100 (7198 ratings)
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"Cafe del sol is my go to for genuinely always good fine dining food. The dishes are always fantastic and tasty. The ambience is modern and clean. The..."
Stephen Chapman
"This is one of my all time favorite restaurants hands down.my wife and I had our first date here l.you can’t go wrong with anything you order.the..."
Evesen Jay Moodley
"Amazing food, drinks, and ambiance. Excellent services friendly staff and manager we were greeted with a smile. I will definitely call in again...."
Zamie Rain
"Went there for a romantic evening, and although we booked last minute, they still managed to find a space for us, the atmosphere was lovely, the..."
Loveroffood
"After so long wanting to try Cafe del Sol we finally did and wow, food was amazing, the restaurant is pricey but the food is definitely worth it. I..."
Kamini N
"Recently celebrated a birthday here; lovely & friendly service.Food was fresh, delicious and well prepared with good sized portions.Will..."
Pooja Bagrath
"We had a recent anniversary dinner at Cafe Del Sol, and they did not disappoint.Our waiter had a fantastic sense of humour and was always..."
Oliver Wright
"The best Alfredo I have ever had. 5/4 For that alone I give the 5 star experience. Fresh Tagliatelle beautifully and delicately crafted. Then the..."
Jason Coates
"Once again an outstanding experience. The service is professional and friendly, and the food is amazing. We all shared all the starters on the menu,..."
Jessica Notelo
"How i did not make my way to Cafe del Sol after living literally around the corner for 2 years. So i finally got around to it and my experience was..."
Philip Goosen
"The service was really good, our waiter had a great sense of humour and made our night quite entertaining. The food was nice, especially the pasta,..."
Gergana Young
"We had a lovely time. The oxtail risotto was incredibly delicious and the steak was good as well. The service was great and the ambience was just..."
Tarrin Jacobs
"There is nothing better than a classic old school Italian restaurant. With mama in the kitchen, the attention to detail and quantity of the food is..."
Natalie Lazaris
"Great experience. Sercice was exceptional. Did a 3 course. Starters was good, main was good, but pairing was interesting. Desert was the..."
André Zahnue Smit
"We went here for our first anniversary. In the booking I mentioned it and they went out of their way to make it special. Rose petals on the table and..."
Frans Sauermann
"Amazing food, great service, stunning ambience!!! Somewhere we would love to bring our family back to to impress them too! You can’t go..."
Kegs.farrow
"What a great experience. Service friendly and attentive. As a family we shared our meals which in order of excellence; peppered fillet ordered rare..."
Peter
"I came here for my birthday and it was fantastic. Food was incredible and brilliant wine list. Only problem was the price of wines per a bottle was..."
Jess Cleenverck
"Excellent mains, I had the Bacon and Brie Fillet. It was buttery smooth and cooked to perfection. For desert I ordered the salted caramel creme..."
Nadine Garcia
"Excellent food, excellent service... Thank you.Seems like there is a different menu in summer and winter - which I totally appreciate. The..."
Taz
"As always food was truly excellent and absolutely tasty with generous portions. From the moment we walked in all staff was welcoming and very..."
GTM
"Our first experience dining here was every bit as good if not better than all the reviews we had heard. Fantastic food, fantastic professional staff,..."
Leigh Ann Cox
"Food, service, atmosphere... everything was amazing! No complaints at all, best food i have had so far in Johannesburg. Staff makes you feel so..."
Bianca
"Seafood risotto was the best seafood dish we ever had. Pork belly special was very tasty but a bit too dry and lacked depth of flavour - swallowed it..."
Hanlie Preller
"We visited this establishment as it is the first of the Cafe del Sol series of very successful restaurants. The setting at a very casual shopping..."
Lizelle Bendall
"Very, very good. Celebrated a birthday here recently, the whole experience was memorable. Service was great and the food was exceptional. I enjoyed..."
Craig Amos
"Really great establishment for fine dining. The chorizo pasta was really good with a cooked tomato & onion pasta sauce with just enough sliced spicy..."
Sashin Naidoo
"I absolutely loved this one! Before eating the divine food, we had excellent service from the owner as well as our waiter. I can’t wait to go back..."
Andile
"Unexpected Gem in the middle of an unassuming shopping center. Food was fantastic from the stuffed calamari and light gnocchi. The desserts were a..."
Sonia Pereira
"Still the favourite of the Cafe Del Sols! The original and best. The food is unerringly excellent and the atmosphere is lovely and unpretentious. If..."
Lisa Van Vuuren
"Came here for my anniversary with my boyfriend. The ambience, service and food was sublime. Highly recommend Nonna’s Ragu and the Brie and Bacon..."
Errin Brits
"5 stars because: the food never changes 👌 always exceeds expectations 👌 the variety 👌, friendly chefs 👌location 👌angel prawn starter..."
Sushi-Sue
"This is the original of the Cafe del sol franchise. It is situated in an unpretentious shopping center and unfortunately overlooks a parking lot, but..."
Ria Fraser @CityFlavours
"Food is fantastic 😍😍😍😍Ordered for delivery & honestly, it knocked my socks off. Stuffed Calamari, absolutley amazing!..."
Buff D
"Awesome restaurant with great decor! If you're bored with your date you can read the quotes on the wall. The food is really something special!..."
Jaco De Wet
"Been here at least on 3 different occasions and each time I have never been disappointed. The welcome warm and there is quite a buzz when the..."
Reshma
"Excellent meal out with my wife. We started with the Springbok Carpaccio and crumbed squid heads which were both delicious. Next I had the lamb pasta..."
Johan-vr1
"I think this restaurant might serve the best food in the world. If I could afford it I would eat there once a week. Service and staff also..."
Linda Notelo
"Had an awesome time again. Had the Avo Ritz for starter. Well presented and very tasty. Wife had the chicken liver starter. Best I've tasted. So..."
Braam Grové
"Let me start by saying this is the best god damn restaurant I’ve ever been to in my life. No I’m not exaggerating. Atmosphere was warm and cozy,..."
Andrew Lu
"Located in a small shopping center in Northriding. Great service & great food. Food is not only beautifully plated but delish! Would defs recommend..."
Stacey Norsworthy
"Wonderful restaurant with fantastic service.Bookings were quick and simple. This restaurant gets busy, so bookings are critical.Upon..."
Nicole Kruger
"This is one of my favorite restaurants and Sunday lunch was no exception. The food was absolutely fantastic. The entire experience was wonderful...."
Lili-Ann Papania
"Our favorite restaurant in Johannesburg by far. Consistently great food and service for the past three years we've been regulars there. Try the aglio..."
MelC
"One of my favorite restaurants in Joburg. From the get go you are welcomed into the Cafe Del Sol family. When booking you are introduced to the..."
Dani Gama
"Known for their gnocchi. And it was just what I expected. Their signature gnocchi walnut and Gorgonzola. Their pasta best in town. Homemade to the..."
Candistripe
"Was hesitant to try this as the shopping centre seems a bit deserted. Went for dinner with a friend and was pleasantly surprised. Food was well..."
Ezelda
"We are frequent visitors to your restaurant and would just like to say that not once have we been disappointed. Except that one time where we tried..."
Joshua De Wit
"The lamb and pea risotto is one of the best dishes on the menu. Service is always superior and staff members are quite efficient even when servicing..."
Tilen Chetty
"Lovely restaurant in all respects! Great atmosphere and food. Pastas here are excellent as are the seafood options and fillet steak. Starters are..."
Kirsty Morey
"Amazing. Simply amazing. Deliciousness in every morsel. If you're a meat eater you simply have to try their beef Wellington. De-liciousness...."
Adrian Ziller
"I had the most incredible meal at Cafe the Sol... the Chicken dish was absolutely delish and not too overpriced. The wines are a tad expensive. Tye..."
Rene Van Rensburg
"Had birthday dinner here last night for my wife Carol and family and friends. Great meal as usual. Every one enjoyed it. The service was excellent..."
Brian Coetzee
"The food here is absolutely divine. I had the beef wellington which was part of the specials and the Mammas pavlova for dessert. Amazing. The..."
Nomtha Makhanya
"Never had a bad meal here - ravioli is exceptional and the desserts are worth leaving space for. My only complaint would be that they close a bit..."
Dallace Rickson Jolly
"Haven't been back for a while now, so decided to have dinner there last night. As usual, the service, food and overall charm of the place was..."
Kevin Purves
"Cafe Del Sol Classico is a great restaurant that delivers consistency with their food. I have been there a few times and only had one bad experience..."
Desirée Buchanan
"Being a book worm and self proclaimed chic-nerd, the decor of Cafe Del Sol completely appealed to me. I absolutely enjoyed having something..."
Chinell
"Nice modern decor, windows frosted, plus bamboo screening to block out carpark. Friendly staff and really great food. A surprising discovery in a..."
Joe Gama
"Most certainly one of the best restaurants I have ever visited! I have been here a few times and every aspect of my experience has always been spot..."
Hein Lubbe
"Amazingly fresh, home made pasta! Cooked perfectly! Staff were very friendly and professional. dessert was delicious. Most of the items on the menu..."
Dale
"They say you are only disappointed when your expectations are too high. Sadly, this was the case for me and Cafe del Sol.It had been..."
Bridget Meyer
"Yummy, yummy, yummy. To the beef Wellington to the various pasta dishes, 10/10. I had the Amatriciana with tagliatelle. The sauce was exquisite. The..."
Yolisa PN Malaba
"I was on my medical elective when the surgeon I was working with took me to this absolute gem. It's hidden so well in a little shopping complex...."
Laylah Fay
"Best mushroom risotto in town! A classic place in a dingy supermarket setting. Still popular despite another version opening in Bryanston. Good..."
Leverne Mountany
""Classico" it is! This is undoubtedly my favourite of the trio...mainly due to the "surprise factor" of the most elegant, decadent meal disguised in..."
KarmaZebra
"Called in to make a booking a hour before dinner and got the unfortunate news that they were fully booked. 5 minutes later I get a call back saying..."
Rakhil Sewpersadh
"Cafe Del Sol is located in a dodgy center but the minute you walk in at the Resturant you literally forget where you are as the food is..."
Abs
"Best fine dining restaurant around No place comes close to this, food is a perfect 10 and service is outstanding the owners are always around..."
Gramo
"It's taken me a while to write this review of Café Del Sol (Olivedale) as I have been contemplating the right words to bring the full experience..."
Celeste Naude
"As a serious foodie whose done all the frou frou super-trendy spots there are, as well as everything inbetween - I find myself going back to Cafe del..."
Lara Reeves
"Our supper club has been to the Bryanston Cafe Del Sol and this was chosen as our last restaurant this year. In general, I preferred the food at the..."
Jenni From The Block
"My much anticipated experience at Cafe Del Sol did not dissapoint. While the decor is not that if a typical Italian cafe, it's clean and fresh. The..."
Tanya
"A friend and I drove all the way from Sandton to confirm what everybody 'raved' about. The service was just right and the food...well, we didn't want..."
Khuthala Worx
"One of the best restaurants in jhb by far !!!! The steak with Gorgonzola is out of this world and for starters try the stuffed calamari!!! The..."
Inge Nefdt
"I have heard so many amazing things about this place, i couldnt wait to go for dinner. The restaurant is in a very empty shopping centre. When we got..."
The Curious Introvert
"My husband and I had dinner at Cafe Del Sol Classico last night and wow... this little hidden gem is a must!! The service is absolutely superb and..."
Alice Wagenaar
"Such an AMAZING PLACE! My best friend and I went there for lunch and I would definitely go back in a heartbeat. The food was fantastic and our waiter..."
Kaylen Cowan
"Simply spectacular! The food was amazing, the service was impeccable and thoughtful and the decor is timeless. Now for the food, the pastsa was so..."
Warren Forster
"A Delightful Italian Culinary Journey at Café del Sol Classico I recently had the pleasure of dining at Café del Sol Classico, nestled in the..."
Adnan Idrees
"Visited Cafe Del Sol In HoneyDew Randburg. My partner and I had a chicken sesame stir-fry and stuffed calamari. The food was exquisite to say the..."
Edwin Mbugua
"Updating my review after visiting for the second time. We received outstanding service from Joubert and Chirac. Joubert had us giggling evertime he..."
Monique Swarts
"My wife and I have been regulars at Classico.As we always celebrate our anniversary here!I sent a mail through to make a booking at the new location..."
Evesen
"Fantastic service and amazing food!! Definitely will be..."
Samone Vorster
"Food is top notch. The Sea Bass cooked to perfection. Service is great and it wasn't too full which was lovely. Definitely a foodie..."
Elpesh Peters
"Without a doubt one of the best restaurants in Johannesburg. The food is fantastic and service is great with an excellent selection of wines. It's..."
Hans Roos
"What a lovely experience! The booking of a table was seamless and the amount of care provided on my booking and table being to my liking was..."
Teacher Gabin
"Love their stuffed calamari and calamari limoncello. Just so tasty..."
David Perrett
"If I could give this place more than 5 stars I would. The food is Soo incredible. Service was impeccable. And amazing place for a date. Go here you..."
Krishin Stephen Pillay
"Beautiful meal. Unassuming spot with amazing food. We ate the fresh butternut ravioli special, the pork roll, chocolate tart and pavlova - all 10/10...."
Vanessa Parker
"Absolutely stunning! Perfect anniversary restaurant - also such delicious dishes.. the decor is beautiful. Save for special occasions . Quite pricey..."
Kayleigh Spanidis
"Date night is a great concept. Focaccia starter, ragu with fettuccine and stuffed calamari for mains, a bottle of sauvignon blanc vino and hazelnut..."
Mario Fazekas
"Squisito! The whole experience was perfect. From the booking to the last morsel. Just wow. The quotes on the walls are very inspiring, and one..."
Rick OConnell
"What a fantastic evening out. The ambience, food and service was exceptional. Thank you for going out of your way to make the evening special for us...."
Dean Kara
Coobs
84/100 (2608 ratings)
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Gluten Free Options
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Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
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Confit
Pasta
Octopus
Salad
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Curry
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Sit down
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Street Parking
Reservations
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Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Free off-street parking
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
Outdoor Seating
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"In my opinion, this is one of the most underrated restaurants in Joburg. My husband and I go to Coobs regularly on date nights. The decor is..."
Aisha Moolla
"Wow! Coobs is a really great lunch place! I think that they have some really good food and they have very comfortable seating area. I had what I..."
The Schoeman Brothers
"This place definitely has quite a cool ambience and decor. On top of that, the pasta is definitely the dish to die for. The wild boar is definitely..."
Kimson Chan
"The food is tasty, ambiance is good. Service is very slow. The waiters stand next to the kitchen as a group and chat. We had to wave our hands to get..."
Wethu
"The food is always on point, the wine is reasonably priced and the service is impeccable. All dishes are really good, recommend the wild boar, it is..."
Morgane Lécluse
"Had a wonderful experience. Special mention to Frank the waiter who added to the fabulous-ness of our experience. We were a group of 10 - so..."
Nalinee Soobramoney
"Coobs for Mother's day was an excellent choice! They offered a Waterford wine tasteing, where one could taste all the delicious wines and get a brief..."
Melissa Naegele
"Mouthwateringly delicious food! Will be back for more. I had the caprese and tuna carpaccio and my hubby had the game and chips. Highly recommended..."
Danielle Guard Collier
"Visited Coobs for a birthday celebration. We were seated outside in a private little area on the side of the restaurant. I always find it so..."
Ria Fraser @CityFlavours
"Excellent! Small glitch with the order but a great response! Food was amazing, great flavors! What a wonderful lunch! Beautiful restaurant, great..."
Morne Dreyer
"Delious food. Incredible flavours and presentation.We tried the coconut chicken curry and pepper crusted sirloin steak.Everytime we come to..."
Nicole Kruger
"An impeccable experience, as always. We had a table salad to start. Couldn't be fresher. As a vegetarian the options are varied and delicious as..."
Hestia Brown
"17 june '18.I will be back for a proper visit. No doubt.It was a random impromtu fathers day visit with my in laws. It was alanis..."
Saul Ben Smith
"Coobs offer the most amazing food and such an interesting selection that you would not get at any other place. I had the chicken liver parfait as a..."
Donvey Viljoen
"We had a wonderful meal at Coobs with some American clients of mine!The service was superb and the vibe was great! We shared..."
Tim Hulme
"Pretty to look at and the tastes beyond amazing!!! The service is also very good (we literally only waited between 10-15min before they served the..."
Dianie Myburgh
"Fine dining in the village dominated by pizza and hamburger joints , interior styling is minimalistic and a bit stark and on a cold evening was a..."
Owen Tennant
"Had lunch there as part of restaurant week. It was simply fantastic. The food was excellent and service was great. I hope to be back very soon...."
Karyn
"I had lunch at Coobs for my graduation, my mother decided to spoil me a bit as Coobs is a little pricey however for the quality and presentation of..."
Ameera Sackoor
"Coobs Parkhurst Went to Coobs today for the first time.Nice atmosphere and friendly welcome.Shared a seared tuna as a starter...."
Lauren Timmer-Somer
"We both found that the carpaccio was a great starter, the ribeye was cooked to perfection. My partner really enjoyed the duck as well.The..."
Guillermo Van Veen
"My friends and I went to Coobs with our dinner club. We had great service from our waiter. I ordered the pork belly, it was not the best I’ve ever..."
Kgoni Mogale
"Firm Favorite! Never dissatisfied! A must when you’re in Jozi. For all pasta lovers the Coobs Alfredo and wild boar ragù is divine. I suggest..."
Quinton Mollentze
"Wow 😮 it was my first time dining at Coobs , I was very pleased with everything from the service to the environment and the friendly faces . The..."
Cayla Riley
"Inventive dishes executed well! I get tired of JHB menus with all the same dishes and this place def goes beyond that. Last night I had the..."
Llovasic
"Have been back to Coobs for about 6 months wow I forgot how good their food is, everything well prepared and tasty. Will definitely make plans to..."
Marco Dias
"Aaahh, the old favourite. Their pasta is absolutely mouthwatering. Well conceptualized menu with good variety depending on your palate. Pasta served..."
Lloyd Blake
"We went to Coobs, this past weekend, after a late afternoon of G&Ts in Parkhurst. Was a beautiful evening and would have preferred outdoor seating,..."
Theasha Govindasamy
"This is the second establishment of chef James that we tried, and must say that the quality in both food and service is consistent throughout...."
Philip Goosen
"Had lunch on a Thursday afternoon so the restaurant was quiet. The food is simply amazing: very well seasoned dishes with great combinations of..."
Nick Song
"We really enjoyed our dinner at Coobs. Service was 100% professional and spot on: attentive without being in your face. Starters were very competent..."
Richard
"I had a lovely dinner at Coobs the other night . It was lovely , I enjoyed the pork belly dish my friend had the steak and he enjoyed it..."
Abs
"Blown away by Coobs in Parkhurst! And, in a really, really good way!A few days ago I posted about being super-disappointed with them..."
Wayne Segers
"Really beautiful decor and friendly efficient staff but wasn't really blown away by the food. It was pleasant but I expected more. Still tasty and a..."
Kristy Prevette
"Wonderful staff an easy ambience and an exciting menu. The food was truly creative and fantastic. The detail in creativity from the kitchen needs..."
John Andersen
"This place is such a treat! Probably the best food I have ever had. Starters were Ricotta Arancini and lamb scotched egg - perfection!..."
Ellen Gouws
"Locally sourced, seasonal food that's lovingly prepared by a great chef. I love how the menu changes with what ingredients are available. This is the..."
Miles Downard
"Thumbs up for Coobs, Parkhurst. Really enjoyed the vegan option on their Spring menu: crispy chili and coriander tofu with glass noodles, veggies and..."
Popsi
"I had the wild boar ragu which was fabulous. I had a really good meal and the service was very good. The rest of our party were not so enamoured with..."
Julia Kirkby
"I've been wanting to try Coobs for a very long time, and the evening finally came!    The restaurant is elegantly simple with some..."
Lisa Pi
"Eaten here a few times, and it's usually hit or miss. Thankfully, they've gotten it right more times than not. Expect rich, artfully plated food. The..."
Joash Narainsamy
"Coobs was a warm, buzzing, friendly experience. We drank a couple of amazing pale ales and split a cheese platter, so it's not like we went..."
Duncan Danger Reyneke
"If you're able, come to Coobs, treat yourself, indulge in the delicious sustainable food, brilliant atmosphere and incredible staff. Looking around,..."
Michael Lockett
"Great evening with friends, delicious food and wine. The pork belly was tender, wonderfully crispy crackling with perfectly complementary carrot..."
Abigail Keene
"Coobs never disappoints. I had Ravioli, which was on the specials' menu, for my main and deconstructed lemon meringue for dessert. The food was just..."
K
"Awesome experience for my birthday! Delicious food and great staff! I have always walked and driven past Coobs going to the more known places i.e...."
Jarrod Frankel
"Amazing ambience , great service and even better food! was a great Tuesday out on the town would definitely recommend the signature dish, I am..."
Tanya Natalie Avril Adams
"Coobs is warm and inviting...you can see that a lot of thought has gone into the decor and setting...service was also excellent. For mains I had..."
Sharima Bramannan
"I came here on a Friday evening for a friend's birthday. I actually made the booking via Zomato. It was my first time making a booking via Zomato, ..."
Tebogo
"Definitely a favorite! Bring everyone who travels to Johannesburg here. Everything is tasty. Attention to detail outstanding and I suggest speaking..."
Quinton Mollentze
"This afternoon I visited Coobs in Parkhurst for a birthday lunch. I absolutely loved it, the food was amazing and no one had complaints. The service..."
Sandanyoka
"Booking our table over the phone was an absolute breeze, and thenperson over the phone was so very nice! Incredible service, amazing food and such a..."
Jess Cleenverck
"Not the best place for a meal. Flavours bland or don't match. The menu sounds interesting but what is received on the plate is nothing out of the..."
Kristina Kozak
"Visited coobs on a Friday afternoon for a birthday lunch. The restaurant is located on the popular restaurant strip 4th avenue, in Parkhurst, that..."
Bame Modungwa
"THIS place just gets better and better.Service is excellent!Waiters and staff very knowledgeable and very friendly. Food of high..."
Douglas Schultz
"Date night with the Mrs. Coobs Supper Club was the venue of choice and boy were we not dissappointed. We were warmly greeted by Marcy at the door who..."
Colin Spies
"The food here is amazing - a mouthwatering taste adventure. Try 3 courses with no substitutions and enjoy. The staff is friendly is service..."
Fareed Hare
"I had never heard anything much about Coobs before being invited for a dinner with some friends. However, it is a real gem on the Parkhurst strip and..."
Janine Howard
"Still the five star place we always rely on. In this town of new places popping up every second day with everyone rushing to go there - and generally..."
Pigsie
"Definitely one of my favourite restaurants in Joburg, Coobs consistently delivers. 75% of their ingredients are sourced from their organic farm in..."
Bridget Meyer
"Our waiter always served us with a smile and was very attentive. The food was cooked perfectly and was as exquisite in presentation as it was in..."
Tristan Du Toit
"Located in the very trendy and urban parkhurst, my friends and I really did have a fantastic dinner here. Coobs is well known on the foodie..."
John Risk Golding
"Super pleasant. Nice to see a good wine list that doesn't rely on South African wines only. Service sharp and efficient. If you're a veggie, you have..."
Kaz In Jozi
"Excellent, food is excellent and presentation amazing. Definitely if you like a restaurant a bit more up without going excessive this is the place to..."
Maxime Budan
"We arrived for our reservation an hour and a half late but were still treated with such care and respect. The portions were generous and cooked to..."
FriesBeforeGuys
"Civilized dining in an upmarket setting. Lurv the online booking system - so efficient; and the fact that 80% of the food is grown on the..."
Jill Nudelman
"Been hearing about Coobs for a while and decided to try it out on a Saturday night. It's a cozy well lit space in Parkhurst, great for a date or just..."
Skye Sharon Lewis
"Thank you for a wonderful evening last night at Coobs! Our first visit and we cannot wait to come back. We all loved our main courses - ribeye, roast..."
Bev
"Coobs is one of my absolute favourites. I love their food philosophy. Simple, well thought out menu. Have never had a bad experience at this..."
Meagan Hutchons
"Parkhurst makes one feel so spoiled for choice, if one restaurant happens to be fully booked you're likely to find an equally fabulous option right..."
LLDash
"It's a great restaurant especially if you looking for chef prepared food. I have been at coobs on than 2 occasion and received great..."
Thandekamol28
"A wonderful experience overall. I came here on a date and and the atmosphere was perfect for such — low key lighting, trendy/progressive..."
Danieljake
"Chef James Diack has mastered the art of fine dining with an organic conscience at Coobs by Edward Chamberlain-Bell #DineJoziStyleCoobs..."
JoziStyle
"Rest assured that if an ingredient listed on the menu is not available, then it is either not in season nor is it fit to be served at Coobs. James..."
JoziStyle
"Fantastic unpretentious place with really creative and inventive food. Great service and relaxed vibe. Been back a few times. Excellent wine list...."
Wikus Du Toit
"Omg omg omg !!!!!!!! Obsessed!!! It was my birthday and I booked through zomato table bookings. They gave me the table inside, beautifully..."
Inge Nefdt
"What an absolutely superb evening spent at Coobs last night with Chef James Diack presenting his creative and beautifully presented..."
Lauras World
"Where do I begin? A romantic evening became a culinary adventure at Coobs in Parkhurst. The ambience provides a gentle glow and the perfect..."
Santhan
"Wonderful experience last night enjoying the Christmas lights experience of 4th Ave. Food and service was at an exceptional standard. Loved the..."
David Sand
"Came by Coobs for dinner on a cold and rainy night. The menu is small and seasonal and makes use of locally sourced ingredients. On my last trip I..."
Emily Smith
"Food is absolutely delicious! My starter and dessert were my favourite, my main was good but a bit too rich for me. Excellent service. Will..."
Athena
"I have been wanting to go to Coobs for the longest of times and finally got a chance to go with 2 friends.We were seated outside, a good choice..."
Francesca Favero
"Amazing food - looked and tasted really great. Price wise a bit towards the upper end, but the quality, taste, service and overall atmosphere most..."
Laura Vizule
"Met up with a friend here at Craft for breakfast at around 08h45 after a morning run through the area. What a delightful place, warm atmosphere and..."
SIMON AINSWORTH TAYLOR
"Craft has a well crafted menu of on trend food. My problem with on trend food is the sameness of it all. Despite its #sameness and #lack of..."
Joash Narainsamy
"The breakfast menu is interesting, with a choice of unusual meals offered, a change from the traditional bacon and eggs that we can make at home. The..."
Sonia Harel
"I can't count how many times I've had good meals at Craft. They are always reinventing their menu and keeping it fresh. I celebrated my birthday here..."
Nafisa Akabor
"A brunch heaven nestled in the hip and happening 4th Street, Parkhurst. Craft brings a unique down to earth ambiance that pays homage to it's shop..."
lalla shezi
"I couldn't find much fault with Craft. It was a nice cozy environment with very decent food. The burger was cooked nicely but didn't have too much..."
Ollie Gilbey
"Their milkshakes are out of this world, I actually was filled. Their Mac and cheese could do better. Generally, the atmosphere is beautiful, I went..."
Richard Links
"Going to CRAFT is always an experience and a half! Food never disappoints, and the menu options are different. It has a lovely cafe bespoke cafe..."
Waldo Aucamp
"Friendly staff and great food. I had a homemade pita with chicken & salad and fried onion. The onion was too oily but the pita was great. I liked..."
HJLee
"An amazing breakfast restaurant with friendly staff who are very attentive and prompt to deliver your orders. I enjoyed my waffles, eggs, bacon and..."
MissFabulous Claire
"After more than a 15-hour flight from ATL to JNB it's time to walk to the nearby neighborhood, where we find a vibrant restaurant with a huge opening..."
Mickey Sattler
"The food here is absolutely delicious, and they cater for all types of eaters. The decor is well-done, and the food is also presented with thought &..."
Maxine Gunzenhauser
"Made the mistake of arriving during the lunchtime rush (avoid during peak times if you are in a rush). Had to flag down a waiter but once we had his..."
Nikitah Bobhate
"Amazing food, insane range of cocktails, crafty ambiance, and impeccable service. We uber R350 each way to get here, and don't regret a cent. New..."
Chris Barker
"What a stunning, modern rustic place, absolute awesome ambiance, stunning modern menu with to die for cocktails they focus on craft gin cocktails..."
Anton De Villiers
Jamie's Italian South Africa
81/100 (3350 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Salad
Antipasti
Tiramisu
Chili
Ragu
Meatballs
Calamari
Cheesecakes
Risotto
Bolognese
Calamares
Lasagne
Salmon
Carbonara
Arancini
Tagliatelle
Cheesecake
Burger
Meringue
Croquettes
Lamb
Prawns
Beef
Bruschette
Pesto
Fish
Polenta
Pasta
Nachos
"Jamie's Italian Restaurant: If it's fine dining you're after, rather skip Jamie's as you will be disappointed. Jamie's is all about honest, simple..."
Keshni Naicker
"The Spaghetti Carbonara is to die for!!!!! The staff are friendly and well trained. Would recommend this place to everyone. Please opena restaurant..."
Shirley-Ann Kukard
"We we to Jamie’s last night the 11th April for my 60th Birthday. It was the best birthday that I have ever had the food was delicious the service..."
Cheryl Casarin
"The food is delicious including the staff and the manager. I would highly recommend the fried squid as a starter. I can't wait to go there..."
Manesha Singh
"Waitrons were very attentive. Food was tasty and delicious. Had the salmon main - crispy skin, soft and succulent flesh. Partner had the steak, melt..."
Christa Holgate
"I was only working there, your gas supply was down and we rushed to help to get you backup. All I can is; that top chef was so excellent with the..."
Luxolo Mgogo
"One of the best restaurants ever... The staff... The food... Dessert WOW WOW WOW � �..."
Martin Oanyane
"I went to Jamie’s Italian for New Year’s Eve. What a truly awesome experience. The service was excellent. The food was fantastic as always. But..."
Mark Halpern
"What an absolute treat! We have been wanting to eat at Jamie’s Italian for some time and finally decided to make a reservation in order to..."
Mine Vorster
"My husband and I go to Jamie's very regularly. We order the same thing each time - the wild mushroom fettuccine. It never disappoints! It's delicious..."
Aisha Moolla
"Ha a fantastic experience at Jamie's. The hosting was impeccable, recommendations by the manager were spot-on, ambiance beautiful and the food!! The..."
Keith Reddy
"Hats off to the management- just attentiveness to detail and service. Requested them to treat my folks and what amazing service. Salted caramel ice..."
Riccardo Pillay
"I went to Jamie’s Italian and the service was amazing our waitress was wonderful the food was absolutely amazing and just melted in your mouth I..."
Zareen Kasmani
"My favorite Italian..."
Michaela Kupsamy
"I went here for a solo date and had an incredible time.The food was lovely and the service was fast and friendly. Definitely recommend this..."
Gontse___
"Absolutely LOVE this place! The service is always amazing and the food never disappoints! I’ve been here multiple times now and every aspect has..."
Brittany Smith
"Went to Jamie’s for lunch with my mom to celebrate her birthday. We received the most amazing service. The food was great, we had the lamb cutlets..."
Tumi Dintoe
"We had a splendid night at Jamie's Italian, we got the best treatment by a guy named Celani, he was jolly, kind ans very patient. The meals were well..."
Palhihavadana Chetty
"I’ve been so excited to go to Jamie’s for a while now. And it was definitely worth it.Friendly and quick service. The food..."
Sean William
"First time at Jamie's. We celebrated a 21st birthday and everything was exceptional from the food to the friendly staff and great service. I ordered..."
Serrisha
"If you looking for homely food this is your place. Its cold here in Johannesburg so that’s exactly what I’m looking for. From the freshly made..."
Loveroffood
"I will admit to being a bit bais because I LOVE Jamie Oliver and probably any concept related. So when I heard about this place I RUSHED over there..."
NancyBeTooFancy
"Had a fabulous relaxing lunch at Jamie's Italian today.The manager Tuli* gave the best customer service - attentive & sweet ! ( Jamie's..."
Tonia Santos
"Food was really good, staff was really friendly and I will definitely be back soon. One of the best restaurants in melrose arch in my opinion...."
Food Loving 101
"Exquisite cuisine, exquisite service and a lovely vibe, need I say more? The food is authentic Italian, ravioli al dente, the tomato sauce tasted..."
Ikram Gabr
"I had the Fico Al Gorgonzola E SpinaciFresh wild figs, baby spinach and Gorgonzola Cheese topped with their home made hand stretched pizza base..."
Little Miss Rabbit 🐇
"Normally, I'm not a big fan of Italian food as a dinning experience, I would rather have it as a take out food. Jamie's however impressed us with the..."
Sean Jones
"What an amazing experience at Jamie’s tonight! Great food, amazing service and the atmosphere was just perfect. The seafood pasta was mouth..."
Nicole De Castro
"Warning! It would be difficult for you to be satisfied with any other #garlicbread or #thincrust #fungimisti #pizza after having it here! Superb is..."
Shouvik
"Amazing food, great service (we must have had the best waiter), Everything was so yummy (with delicious and generous portions). We dug right in so..."
Ornella Katanga
"I went to Jamie's Italian for my birthday last Saturday. The food and service was great. Chicken dishes were divine. Oxtail lasagne lacked the..."
Yash Dinna
"This place is highly recommended, great food and excellent service. We had the Italian nachos starter and prawn pasta, it was a great start to my Jhb..."
Dane Saunders
"We were served by the friendliest waiter. His name is Tony. He knows the daily specials so well and he described it in such an amazing way that makes..."
Joyce Keung
"Wonderful dining experience. Excellent food. Large portions. Great value. Manager and waitstaff were fabulous and friendly. Kudos! Would eat..."
Mark Quig-Hartman
"The food was ok but the service was rather poor. The table had a fairly good experience but it was nothing amazing. The portions were small and the..."
Mighalis Gallias
"Good atmosphere. Italian pizza was great especially the fungi misti eaten with chillies. The staff are experienced. Great place. Great value for..."
Mymoena Ismail
"Absolutely loved the friendly and efficient service we had at Jamie's Italian. For a large group (20pax), they did remarkably well - with very short..."
Reshmi Muringathuparambil
"Fabulous decor and ambiance, service top notch. Garlic bread starter was absolutely out of this world. Pizza was great, star of the night was the T..."
Adele Du Toit
"Food was very good, as was the service. We had the line fish (hake) and the T bone steak. Steak was juicy and grilled to perfection, and the hake was..."
Wilhelm Nauta
"A beautiful restaurant, lovely decor. The food was absolutely magnificent every dish that was ordered was amazing. Service was excellent too. A..."
TerryP801
"13.07.2018 Since Jamie's first opened i have always heard conflicting reviews which made me hesitant to visit as well as the struggle to get a..."
The Food Musketeer
"Love this restaurant! The food is amazing and full of flavor! The pasta is all made from scratch in-house which I love! Pricing is reasonable for a..."
Bhavika Desai
"I went with a group of friends to celebrate a birthday. It is a bit tough to cater for a large group but our waitron was friendly and patient. The..."
Gracie Kay
"Nice vibe, good menu but not fantastic! Good bar with great choices! I like the decoration and good service! Good place to bring a group of friends...."
Ricardo Flores
"Went to Jamie’s for Sunday lunch. The service was good but it took long for us to get a waiter for our table as all the waiters seemed to be..."
Khensani Makwala
"Absolutely amazing. Went with my boyfriend and we LOVED every little thing. The food was hot when it arrived so much so that I burnt my tongue. But..."
Mpho
"Authentic Italian. Great for groups and celebration dinners as the ambience is warm, welcome and the ideal place for a big, bold get-together of..."
Theloveofgoodfood
"For starters we shared the garlic roll. This was the most mouthwatering buttery goodness of a garlic roll that I have ever tasted!!!Had the..."
Yuvthi Harrielall
"Wow wow wow!Visited Jamie’s for the first time and what an amazing experience. Beautiful place with rustic decor, we booked a booth upstairs..."
Ellzahn Van Der Merwe
"We went for dinner at the popular Jamie's Italian in Melrose Arch. This year it celebrates two years of feeding Joburgers. I was happy but sad to..."
Mika Stefano
"A much anticipated visit and I was not disappointed. The restaurant itself is beautifully set up. Reserved a booth upstairs which is more intimate,..."
Marcia
"Beautiful restaurant. And so attentive managers walking around, asking if everything was alright and always visible!The garlic bread for..."
Jessica SINGH
"Came here for my sisters birthday - the waiter was lovely in surprising her with a little ice cream treat on the house for her special day which was..."
Taryn Kendall
"The staff where friendly and the place looked amazing. The food arrived hot and well presented and the taste "mind blown". It was a great experience...."
Neil Neilt Thurston
"What a disappointing experience. Without a doubt the worst pizza. Also tried their rosemary fries and all I got was over cooked hard fries with so..."
Reneè K
"What a great meal and over all great time! Busy, noisy, vibey and delicious food too! Attentive service from well trained staff overseen by owners/..."
Vicki Clarke
"Jamie’s Italian was our preferred venue for my wife’s 30th birthday celebration and the team blew us away on every level !! We used the upstairs..."
Malcolm Fourie
"Great venue with okay - good food. Jamie's closes at 10 - 11pm everyday which means you will have to go elsewhere to properly wrap up your night if..."
Valentine Bilankulu
"Decor is warm and classy. Deli style area looks as if your in the heart of Italy. The ambiance has a feel of cosy dining with a delicious looking..."
Taryn Kettle
"I really enjoyed finally getting to Jamie’s for lunch with the family. Although there was nothing wrong with the meals I did find it wasn’t..."
Wendy Wabbit
"Great meals. Very tasty. Drinks menu looks grand but I couldn't try anything as I was pregnant. Yummy desserts and nice for a romantic evening out..."
Casey K
"If I could, I would probably give a 3.75... Went here over the weekend for dinner, and had a nice evening. Decor- nice. Food- nice (had the Italian..."
Suzanne Strydom
"Fabulous in every way, freshest ingredients, delicious food, exemplary service from our waiter Moses, the restaurant is unpretentious and has a..."
Moira
"I had the Arabiatta Pasta there, and it was great. They have good variety of options to choose too. The service was spectacular, and the vibe of the..."
Feroz Bhamani
"Great atmosphere and good vibe. Food is alright. I didn't get my original order because they were out. But the chilli was good. All in all it was..."
Millicent Osei-owusu
"Service needs an overhaul as waitrons lack customer focus. Food good, a tad pricey for the dishes. Good atmosphere for a fun evening out, just be..."
Scott Murray
"Visited on numerous occasions, from romantic dates (make sure not near the pizza station as rowdy), birthdays and business lunches (upstairs)...."
Anthea Chittenden
"Wow! What a great experience. Jamie's Italian is really worth the trip. The experience and atmosphere is well worth the price. The combination of..."
Kristian Meijer
"Great food, nice location. +food options +pricing Very simple place, I had a casual meal on Sunday. Easy to find table even in a pick time. Very..."
Yiannis Kosmas
"Great service, excellent food and best dessert. Had spicy meat balls for starters, their special fillet for mains and chocolate fondant to finish..."
Dwayne Slabbert
"Utterly delicious food and a wonderful atmosphere. Celebrated our wedding anniversary here because I love Italian. My husband's life was changed by..."
Leighton Goosen
"Well worth the wait. Everything was delicious and light enough to enjoy 3 courses. Suggestion order 3 courses, you deserve it 👍 2 years after..."
Waseema Lombard
"It was a birthday celebration, choosing Jamie's was supposed to be something different, something awesome and something out the ordinary, boy was it..."
Kevin Harilal
"As far as private dining goes, Jamie's get two thumbs up - attentive staff, delicious food, great atmosphere. Host a special occasion here is highly..."
Devash Govender
"I've been wanting to visit Jamie's Italian for over a year now and they didn't disappoint for a second!! The food was delicious, the cocktails were..."
Tenique Supra
"We had dinner at Jamie’s Italian around Christmas time (2019) to enjoy the Melrose Arch Christmas lights and festivities. (A side note, this is a..."
Victoria Graham
"Absolutely amazing food. Great atmosphere. The staff are extremely knowledgeable and welcoming. 5star experience with amazing food and..."
Kyle Geach