One of the best restaurants I have been to in a long time. I had an absolutly fantastic caprese salad and the best gnocchi I've eaten in ages, my husband really enjoyed a really flavourful chicken and polenta dish. Everything blew us away. The menu is seasonal and inspired, and the service was fantastic. I can't wait to go back!
On Wednesday night we decided to go to NGC for a long overdue look at a local gem...
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The quant setting with seating available outside or the cozy inside made an immediate impression. We were seated right next to the bar and had a few conversations with the lovely owners behind the bar (husband and wife team).
I eyeballed the brocoli and blue cheese winter warmer special soup and decided to open with that, while my husband tried the deep fried mac'n'cheese with a dollop of spicy mayo on top. It reminded me of tempura sushi - same spice and crispness and completely decadent.
For mains we decided on the chicken Coq au Vin on polenta - delicious and the gnocchi with macadamia nut ragout (something I remarked I need to marinade in!)
By the end of the evening, with not a space for anything more - I activated my emergency dessert stomache and tried the rum and muscovado fondant... it was light, rich and the rum flavour was exquisitely presented from the first bite. I really appreciated the ginger crumble with the ice cream.
All in all - a gem of a local eatery, a quaint setting and a deliciously fresh and seasonal menu that surprises in creativity without being pretentious. A must for any foodie! We are going back with friends for a Birthday dinner next week
An absolute gem of a neighborhood restaurant in a small unassuming spot but the food is just incredible. Beautifully planned and created, it always manages to be a culinary experience without being stuffy, NGC remains relaxed, friendly and unpretentious. The menu undergoes seasonal changes and the wine list is amazing. It's a great place to order lots of small plates and share the love. Super friendly team ensures its always a lovely experience.
Excellent. Great small starters - pulled pork croquettes were a favourite. The burger was possibly the best I've had in Joburg: soft ciabatta bun, medium rare burger patty. Warm beetroot salad also very good. Elaine's steak medium rare as ordered and Ella's pork ragu was very rich.
Absolutely LOVE the food, service is great too. Recommend it 100%
Awesome little cafe, creative and mouthwatering menu, great service...a must try!! The current Google pic is old as the place has been nicely spruced up since.
A welcome addition to the hood! The lamb rump is amazing, and the choc fondant dessert is yum:)
Fabulous place and great food. You could almost just do the started and the liver mouse is a must trie!
Tiny local restaurant and complete unassuming gem. Loved every minute of the intimate setting. The buttermilk chicken was amazing!!
Great menu and very friendly and professional service!
Taimeia Gilani Hussain
+4
Small menu but delicious food!
The vibe is excellent and the service is top notch
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