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Brian Lara Rum Eatery

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"We had a wonderful Sunday lunch here with our 2-year-old daughter, who, glutton that she is, gobbled up the jerk chicken, the fish cakes and the corn..."

Anita Powell

"A great stop for a get together with friends where you can enjoy great food, awesome drinks and a wide array of patrons with a cool vibe. Sit outside..."

Rene' Naidoo

"Incredible food. Reasonably priced and the best staff in town. Thank you for making my evening one to remember. Will definitely be..."

Claudia Lynn Sharbel-Fahry

"What a fab place marcel the co owner is a young lad who really knows his stuff! Service excellent , ambiance amazing, food delicious and the rum is..."

Linda Metcalfe Alberts

"Awesome vibe, friendly waiters and yummy food! Loved the long island ice tea and the..."

Irisha Sheik

"Love the way this place is set up, kinda makes me feel like on holiday at a tropical place especially think the wall of plants looks cool .Menu is..."

Iris Anderson

"Loved everything about this place - the decor is spectacularly authentic. The food is wholesome, generous and inexpensive. Cocktails to die for...."

Andrew St. James

"Stunning, funky place with a great vibe! Great friendly and attentive service combined with delicious food and good tunes! A little island living in..."

Lisa Lili Nerlich

"This place has such delicious Food..friendly staff and Excellent Vibe.Cocktails..."

Melany Naidoo

"Absolutely fantastic!!! We had a wonderful evening! The combination of ribs, rum and exceptional music will surely tend to your Caribbean..."

Cobus Taljaard

"Such a great place.... excellent and very friendly service.... loved the atmosphere! Delishes..."

Mariaan Knox

"Absolutely love this restaurant, one of my favourites in JHB!Service is friendly and fun but still professional. The space is intimate and..."

Lisa Pi

"We arrived on a Saturday night without a reservation. The place was packed but we were placed at the bar to wait. The manager (I assume) checked on..."

Aisha Moolla

"Awesome night out. Service and food excellent. Great..."

Braam Grové

"Recently, we went for lunch at Brian Lara Rum Eatery for a Sunday funday with some friends and what a treat it was! Sunday is the buy one..."

Enya Elizabeth Vogl

"Super Vibe, Great Service, Good Food and cocktails to die for.Had an early dinner midweek (booking essential) got busy after 19:00.We had..."

Richard Black

"It was my first time here. I had been restaurant hopping trying to figure what to eat, what made me come in & sit down was Lilian’s (I think she..."

Zandisile Nhlapo

"Such an amazing place! The vibe is amazing, the food is delicious and the cocktails are unreal. Definitely a must! The staff are extremely friendly..."

Cassandra Erdis

"I was surprised by this awesome joint. The decor fits it with the overall theme, and the moment you step through the doors, you feel relaxed and..."

Philip Goosen

"Brian Lara Rum Eatery is a relaxed and has a great vibe. The decor is perfect and the drinks and food was even better to my surprise. They have a..."

Michaela Kupsamy

"Service was amazing, the staff are so friendly. Food was good but the drinks were even better. We went on a Saturday afternoon and it was buy one..."

Christy Lee Edmunds

"Enjoyed the mussels and portion sizes are big. Homemade bread was also really good. Cocktails were enjoyable. Atmosphere very similar to the Cool..."

Lynne Simons

"Wow! We walked in and felt the true jamaican vibe....was absolutely refresing and awesome.Loved the pina colada, beautifully served in a..."

Hettie Potgieter

"Pleasantly SurprisedMost of the reviews, mostly positive, mention the atmosphere and ambience. These were spot on - this is a lovely joint...."

BlagJones

"Perfect for a relaxed, fun day out & about. I enjoyed the decor and the cocktails! The music is really good too. I enjoyed it so much I returned that..."

Shannon Correia

"We celebrated my daughter’s 18th birthday here and the staff was amazing. The food was superb, the vibe was casual and they were just all together..."

Liezel

"Absolutely fantastic vibe, complimented by delicious food. Only let down was the slow service, given the small space and how packed it was. Overall,..."

Lee Thandi

"What a gem of a place..!! I had big expectations of Brian Lara....and they did not disappoint!! First of all..the vibe.. chilled Caribbean feel with..."

BD Erasmus

"I absolutely love the vibe of Brian Lara. The first time I went there, we were welcomed with Tequila shots. The next time we got there without a..."

Leandivanzyl

"Linden is definitely the place to be over a weekend! When you’re that side of JHB!I personally think out of all the restaurants/local..."

Sean William

"I heard people raving about Brian Lara, but had to try it out for myself. And honestly .. I have nothing bad to say !! Loved the vibe and the..."

Timaya Thomson

"The menu is very limited but really enjoyed the ribs and spicy chips. A friend had the chicken which was a little bit dry. Nice selection of drinks..."

Kev0's Food Adventures!

"Nice little place.....gets very busy on a Friday have a booking. Ended up having our dinner by the bar which turned out to be an experience on it's..."

Kudzai Maeresa

"This hangout is fantastic. The decor is fantastic, the food is divine and the cocktails are delicious (and strong). The storefront is inviting, and..."

Danielle Botha

"Great vibes, perfect for a Friday/Saturday drink and visit with friends. They also have a happy hour which is worth it. Food is good, I think they..."

Danielle Skinner

"The pina coladas alone will have you coming back for more! Such an amazing place - great vibe, super friendly staff, delicious food and drinks! The..."

Camilla

"Oh my gosh, where do I begin. The lil snacks of deep fried pizza dough are amazing! The ribs are soooo yummy. The chicken burger in my opinion is way..."

AJ

"Their ribs are probably Top 2 in Joburg. And I’m a rib lover so trust me 😉 of late they haven’t been delicious feeling more like a boil then..."

Kamohelo Mbatha

"Coming to you live from food heaven, I died last week at Brian Lara. It’s an unassuming little place , boasting nothing but good food and drinks ...."

Reneilwe Letlonkane

"Excellent vibe. Excellent food. Excellent service. We were treated well. You made my graduation extra especialThank you. We will be back soon...."

Yinlaifa Cocodia

"I finally managed to get a table at Brian Laras and I now know why it is so popular. The venue is quirky, the service was great and the cocktails..."

Aidan

"Firstly who invented those things that they leave at the table as a starter; SO good! If you’re avoiding carbs then rather move your chair to..."

Akie Chhabra

"Excellent service amidst the chaos of a Friday evening. We arrived at 9.30, were given a table and asked to order quick. Nibbles on the table and..."

Robyn Hoffe

"The Food is amazing, the pricing is decent. Definitely going back. Make sure to order the jerk chicken aswell, which is top class. Keep up the good..."

Kgosi Mothokoa

"This is one my favourite places ever! I love the whole look and feel, it’s so vibey and lovely and I feel tropical :’) the small menu is perfect,..."

Kristlee

"We had a super time at Brian Lara! The cocktails are amazing. Food-wise we ordered the Jerk Chicken, Squid, Ribs and a side order of Coleslaw...."

Lizelle Brink

"Seafood Curry, Jerk Chicken and Calamari flavors were on point and cooked to perfection. A perfect place to have dinner with a group of friends,..."

Ling

"Best cocktails in town! Flavors from far off Jamaica brought right to your table and what a taste experience it is. An eclectic crowd and very..."

Anthea Chittenden

"Love the decor, love the ambience, love the cocktails, love the smaller focused menu and awesome dishes on offer with something different always..."

Michelle Bellingan

"An absolutely delicious array of Caribbean style cuisine. An Uber simple menu with varied flavors. Recommended to order a few dishes and try as many..."

Jay Cowie

"Celebrated my birthday last year here. Absolutely loved the atmosphere great service and the best strawberry daiquiri. Will definitely be going..."

Jessica123

"Decor is arty/hipster, eclectic and fun. Calamari was amazing! Fresh, flavourful and tender with a yummy dipping sauce. Try the Mojitos and whiskey..."

Danae Horsler

"Something different, something spicy, something quirky and such a Lekker place to spend a few hours. Great lunch and oh, did I say spicy, lekker..."

Mike

"For those who haven't been to Brian Lara Rum Eatery, they have some wonderful dishes. The restaurant's atmosphere amazing. Do yourself a favor and..."

Lourens Petzer

"Excellent food. Excellent service. Excellent everything. We had a birthday lunch at Brian Lara, best vibe, wonderful people, and did I mention the..."

Riëtte Roos Petzer

"The food 😭😭😭😍😍😍😍😍😍🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩😩😩😩😩😩😩, tooo much good and not enough stomach. This has..."

Sandile Shangase

"Finally got to try out this curiously named place in Linden (I wonder if the cricketing legend is aware of it?). Though the vibe is great and concept..."

Vinodhan Selvarajalu

"I have been dying to try Brian Lara Rum Eatery for the longest time. Such a unique and welcoming space. Always buzzing with activity and a real vibe..."

Meagan Whitehorn

"Funky, fun, vibey. Such a great atmosphere! LOVE the decor. Feels like a tropical (not in a bad way) kitsch holiday! Food also quite good...not..."

Suzanne Strydom

"We had a great lunch at Brian Lara. Its really something different and lots of fun. We had real authentic Jerk chicken, rum bbq ribs and fish cakes..."

Kyle

"Just fun. Great cocktails (the long island ice tea packs a punch!). Simple, easy menu, which I always appreciate when eating out. Excellent..."

Bronwyn Melson

"This restaurant is a great addition to the Linden area which has a very chilled ambiance. There is very short, and to the point, menu with a good..."

Gary Greenberg

"Super yummy!!! Had the fish cakes, jerk chicken and the squid with some sides. ALL of it was delicious so was the frozen Margarita. Portion sizes a..."

Sonia Pereira

"So nice when you go to a restaurant that is set on customer satisfaction. Great vibe, cocktail were good, nice wholesome food. These peeps really go..."

Mari Labuschagne

"I was, am a great fan of Brian Lara, the cricketer (for the uninitiated) but this review should not be seen as being biased for that reason:..."

Ken McDade

"The place to be at the moment in the heart of Linden.Great vibe and jamaican food.Nice cocktails too.Try the pina colada in a fresh..."

Francois Marais Van Zyl

"Wonderful service and excellent food. I had the vegetarian beetroot burger with the spiced chips. I was a bit sceptical when ordering it, but it..."

Bhakti

"What a wonderful place to be. Cocktails were really good and we were given lots of lovely snacks. We didn't order any food, however the couple next..."

Hestia Brown

" Booking is a must, but service at the bar is impeccable whilst you wait for a table. We decided to rather stick at the bar and have our lunch there..."

Ted De Boer

"Despite messing up our booking, our experience at Brian Lara was very pleasant. We arrived to be told that our table had been given away as we were..."

Lewis Lehmann

"Based on three experiences I'd certainly recommend Brian Lara - if you can get a table that is. Seemingly simple food, but with some explosive..."

Lisa Steyn

"Excellent quirky restaurant. You have to make a reservation it fills up quickly. The rum cake has alot of alcohol in it. Love the seafood curry, wish..."

Livashnee David

"Delicious. Amazing decor. Brilliant staff. Trendy clientele. Small menu, but great food. As eclectic as the country it hails from. A quirky..."

Adrian Ziller

"Excellent afternoon with friends! Totally recommend this place. Truly the best cocktails and ribs in Johannesburg and makes Linden just that one step..."

Björn Luciano Salsone

"Great service, atmosphere and drinks. In terms of the food, nothing really stood out, not a bad effort though. Reasonably priced. Will most likely..."

MelC

"Have been wanting to eat at this casual but extremely vibey spot for a while now. And last week I ended up going twice! I love the decor..."

ALLY

"Very lovely spot in Linden! Super chilled vibe and a lovely place to come on a Friday afternoon for drinks and a meal. I was surprised by the..."

Kholiswa Mqina

"We had drinks here last Friday and can't wait to return. The decor is really cool and makes you feel chilled after a long week. You do need to make a..."

Riona Arjoon

"Popped in for a quick cocktail and look how snazzy it came out 😍 really cool vibe but exceeeeessively cramped with people which is not a fun time,..."

Natalie De Canha

"My new favourite spot in JHB!The eclectic decor paired with great music, makes it a vibey spot for a birthday get together or even a fun dinner..."

Lara Meyer

"The menu is simple which is kind of great but hopefully they change it up every now and then. I've tried a few dishes which were all great! Vibey..."

Jeandé Elizabeth Lück

"Right off the mark, you're hit by the cool kitschness of the Caribbean accoutrements. The pineapple motif is fabulously overstated! Brian Lara Rum..."

Joash Narainsamy

"So I'm making an effort to explore more areas in Joburg and 1 of those suggested to me was Linden. I had Brian Lara on my wishlist and a perfect time..."

Zuziwe Magi

"I really love the vibe of this little place. A very simple menu which for me, an indecisive diner, is easy to choose from. The waiting staff are..."

Jane VB

"One of the few Caribbean restaurants in Joburg that's really doing it right in terms of their setupFrom the moment you walk in you're..."

Danieljake

"Generous and beautifully presented cocktails! Great bar staff. The island style music and picture perfect decor makes for a very chill vacation vibe...."

Nicolene Van Der Merwe

"Loved the food and vibe. Would like to see more variety on the menu. Not so much to choose from, but the food that we did order, tasted..."

LiMari Louw

"We celebrated my boyfriend's birthday at Brian Lara Rum Eatery on 28 June. We have been wanting to go for FOREVER but for some reason have just never..."

Lorene Du Plessis

"All I can say is wow! Heard great things about this place and finally got a chance to try it. We were lucky enough to quickly get a table in a..."

Sumendra Narismulu

"Very popular Jamaican eatery in Linden. The first thing I liked about this restaurant is the look. It's vibrant and fun and definitely adds to the..."

Adriel

"Very cool spot. The menu is limited but what they make they make really well. The jerk chicken is awesome. I was a bit disappointed that they did..."

Kelsy Moodley

"We had an amazing lunch here. The food was absolutely scrumptious, we were a large table and I think we may have tried everything on the menu. The..."

Carole Craggs

"What a great evening. Very busy so you would need to book. Have to try the Miami vice shooter. Oyster shots and the ribs. But trust me everything is..."

Sidney Robson

"Quaint unpretentious spot. Fairly small menu but the food is good with some unusual side options on offer. Tried the steak, it was tender and very..."

Tilen Chetty

"Awesome vibe, even better food! Our service today was unbelievably fast considering the restaurant was packed! Highly recommend the Strawberry..."

Danica Robyn Ellis

"Tonight my boyfriend Greg Cohen and I decided we needed a change of scenery for dinner. We decided on The Brian Lara Rum Eatery and it was well worth..."

Steph Schwartz

"Had a great time here, not a big menu limited options. Cocktails are good and the vibe is loud. Waiter was a hoot and always available but not..."

Lwandile Simelane

"Heard a lot about Brian Lara eatery in Linden.Arrived and we were due to seated in a ' smoking ' section which in reality is part of the main..."

Trevor

"We had a very festive evening at Brian Lara. The waiter was always around but not intrusive , had great recommendations and a sense of..."

Jenni From The Block

"21.05.2017 Flipping Awesome. A last minute catchup brought us to this eatery. WOW I probably had the best ribs in a very long time. The menu is quite..."

The Food Musketeer

"Had a great time here! Cocktails are good and the ambience is excellent. The limited menu works in their favour as the food is simple but well-made...."

Sachin Ram-Asary

"Such a great vibe, I don't even feel like I'm in a city! Love the cocktails because they are all based with Rum yum yum! The food is fresh and light...."

Krinisha Kara

""If you like Pina Coladas…” then this is where you should be! The best damn Pina Coladas I have ever tasted is at this tropical eatery, served in..."

Ieatjozi

"Vibey cosy trendy - it is everything you want from a place. We had few dates there, the service was great, the food was for the soul. The place was..."

Dessislava Ivanova

"A well deserved 5 out of 5! This was soooo good I just love this restaurant! I just had my best Pina Colada and the Rumb steak was sooo good with..."

Pepler La Cock

"Finally got around to coming here. Has a really nice vibe and decor. Feels all Caribbean and stuff.Really enjoyed the bread starter..."

Jacques Wentzel

"Dropped in for lunch, super friendly staff, super tasty food. Great cocktails with a very laid back but enjoyable atmosphere. Not an extensive menu,..."

Angela Kavallieratos

"I can see why almost everyone that comments on this place loves it After week and week of planning on going with my wife we made the trek..."

Gramo

"Had a farewell lunch there for a colleague and it was really such a fun time!The decor creates such a nice, hipster-like atmosphere. I had..."

Boitumelo Masihleho

"Honestly my favorite restaurant right now. The vibe is so chilled, it feels like you could walk out onto the Caribbean beach. The service..."

Charl Cockcroft

"I was absolutely blown away by this little gem! I've been wanting to go here since they opened, and finally made a Saturday lunchtime..."

Jolene

"The rum cocktails are yummy and definitely not shy! I love the tropical decor and careless but caring vibe of the place.The service is good..."

Zimkita Sidumo

"Brian Lara is currently number one on Joburgs trend list. It's definitely great for a drink: cool decor and bustling vibe. The food is mostly pub..."

Shelley Bell

"Loved the look of the restaurant! The waiters at the bar are super friendly and helpful! For drinks we had a pina colada, strawberry daiquiri and..."

Bonitawillemse

"What an evening. Perhaps when we saw what appeared to be a very limited menu we did not expect much but how wrong we were. The service was..."

Aloma Allen

"Brian Lara is a hidden gem!! Tucked away in Linden, this is a must try!! Menu has limited options which means that all items are superb! You know for..."

Stacey Faber

"Another gem has located itself in the heart of Linden. The Rum Eatery on many people's lips (and bellys) provides a vibey atmosphere, delicious food..."

Mabelami

"This place is such a treat. The decor is absolutely amazing, feels like you're in a tropical, sea-town bar 🌴 The vibe was lovely, great place for..."

Thando Valery Moyo

"A little slice of island life in the middle Jozi. We went in the afternoon and it was packed with a laid back vibe. Menu is small with as many..."

Ashley

"Jamaica in the heart of Linden - the minute you walk into this quaint restaurant you are transported to Jamaica - decor is very 80s and music is spot..."

Kevin Barrie Levy

"Brian Lara is kickass awesome! Great food, fantastic cocktails and the staff were friendly and helpful. I will be back to try more off the menu :D..."

Doug Evans

"Finally got a table at Brian Lara! I went with high expectations and I was not disappointed. The absolute horrifically kitsch decor takes..."

FoodloverJHB

"Brian Lara Rum Eatery Linden: 5⭐️ for awesomeness. My husband and I walked in on Saturday at lunch time. We were told that they're fully booked..."

Yvette Guerra

"Really great place for drinks but not so much on the food. We ordered the jerk chicken, veggie burger, fries, creamed leeks and fish cakes...."

Emily Pun

"Decor and the look and feel is amazing, really well done, kitch trendy and unique. Lots of rum to choose from, food menu small but very good. Will..."

Clinton Milne

"We used the Brian Lara Rum Club as the location for our video shoot. The place is amazing. Just in its name it encompasses two of my favourite..."

Lerissa

"I cannot recommend this place enough. The atmosphere, drinks and food are out of this world. The jerk chicken a must, the corn frittatas a treat and..."

Gabriella Maxine Abrahams

"Absolutely awesome. A lot of fun. The mojito is incredibly good. Food is filling and allows for good conversation. A great night out. Well worth the..."

John Taylor

"Very cool decor, service is a bit slow but suitable for the vibe they have going I guess. Food took long but was very tasty none the less. Coffee and..."

Natalie Jackson

"Excellent vibe for drinks and light meals with friends. Sweet corn frittatas were light and fluffy accompanied with an oh so flavorful chutney to..."

Reema Vather

"My friend brought me here for my birthday, absolutely loved it. The ribs there are the best I have ever tasted. Definitely recommend this place to..."

Lediile Thabitha Mphelo

"This rum eatery is all about having fun - relaxed and vibrant, its the perfect place to go on a weeknight if the weekend feels too far away. It's..."

Molecules And Macaroons

"Great environment! Simple great food! We even thought the sea was just down the road! What a pleasure to have Linden as an option for Thursday nights..."

Joao Ferreira

"So i have BEEN nagging my boyfriend to bring me here and finally on a random Saturday night he caved in! Linden is buzzing at the moment..."

Mmule

"I have heard many good things about the relatively new and extremely popular Brian Lara Rum Eatery. Brian Lara is a Caribbean restaurant and bar..."

Www.getinmybelly.co.za

"Ahhhhh was such an experience. I love the vibe and the decor gives it this tropical feel. The drinks are amazing. The fact that the pina colada comes..."

Chante Daries

"Went here on a Friday, it was fully booked but they made a plan & i got a seat for an hour or two. The drinks were great, the decor sets a great..."

Bairon ביירון מקארתי Mccarthy

"We visited Brian Lara Rum Eatery on a Friday sometime between lunch and dinner. They were fully booked but the host made a plan and soon we were..."

Jacky&Lisa

"This very quirky and colourful spot in Linden just two shops away from the whippet. Their decor is fantastic, from the plant wall to the art deco..."

Saltnsas

"Best ribs in Johannesburg! Great vibe too. Kitchen did fail to prepare one of my friend's meal though... They would have scored a 5 otherwise...."

Frederick Edward Muller

"Awesome new restaurant in Linden.Impossible to fault anything: great vibe, great food, excellent service.We will be back again &..."

Thinus

"We came and chilled at the bar, great cocktails, good wine by the glass, awesome service, great atmosphere. Had the spicy chips and melon and feta..."

Louise Perold

"Had the best experience at Brian Lara Rum Eatery for dinner. The service from the minute I made the booking over the phone was superb.Went..."

Tanya

"Had the jerk chicken and ribs, both were absolutely to die for. The Ribs fall off the bone. The staff are friendly and you get complementary drinks...."

Rotondwa Sadiki

"Best ribs in JHB!!! Been wanting to try this spot out since it opened, and it did not disappoint! Has such a great vibe, looks awesome,..."

Michael Morton

"We were helped by an Irish lady who was 10/10 service! We were walk in's and the place was fully booked. She found us a table and personally served..."

Kristy

"Brain Lara...Jamaican me Crazy! Good Crazy! Happy!A cool (Sunday afternoon) run brought us down to dis easy eatery for some bickle & rum..."

KarmaZebra

"Let this 3,5 not fool you, this is a vibey Caribbean joint. The decor with green flowers and ski's on the walls makes it quite a hipster and cool..."

Thato

"So if you've watched a lot of movies, when you step into Brian Lara, you feel like your at some motel resturant in the states. The miss match of..."

Natalie Lazaris

"Went there for our Lovely Lazy Ladies Lunch on a rainy Thursday. Great cocktails and holiday vibe. Takes away the January blues. Menu was interesting..."

Corledevilliers

"A bucket list choice you need to try. Meals, service, all 5 start. Linden needed this new addition! Please keep up the standard you've..."

Brielle Cainer

"What a fun place to have some drinks and snacks. I found myself there on a very rainy Saturday but you couldn't tell with the vibe in the restaurant...."

Nthabiseng Chaane

"Awesome new restaurant, you literally feel like your sitting in a vibey eatery in Cuba! We were a massive table of 16 people, and the waiter didn't..."

Julia Kaleta

"Rad little bar/eatery! Small but really good menu. Loads of cocktails, had the old fashioned, very tasty, had to have another. The ribs..."

Nicholas Eagle Flyer Amoretti

"Love the decor and overall feel here. The menu is very limited. I had the vegetarian burger which I enjoyed but it was a bit bland. The ribs looked..."

Tally Leach

"Popped in here for a quick drink before dinner. Although very busy, we were given a table when I said it was just for a quick drink. I luv'd the set..."

Sharima Bramannan

"What a great place and great vibe ! This place has the best ribs that i have ever had ! Highly recommended for people who want to have good! Thanks..."

Zak Niemann

"Great short menu, awesome cocktails and decent service. Was just disappointed that they had run out of Jerk chicken...... Can't wait to come back..."

James Elstob

"Went to Brian Lara Rum Eatery for lunch and I'd give it a 5/5! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽 The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, the service is tops and..."

Varushka Padayachi

"Love the vibe of the new addition to our neighbourhood. Beef ribs is to die for and the complimentary strawberry daiquiri/pina colada shots are..."

Karen Venter

"Wow! Wow! Wow!!!! That's what I have to say about Brian Lara Eatery 😋😋 from the word go, the service, welcome shooters & snacks were out of..."

Yolanda Venter

"While still in its early days, I already love this place! Just what jozi needed- a carribbean feel place to chill out and drink some pina colada! And..."

Uraysha Ramrachia

"This place is amazing! The menus selection is a bit limited but the food is incredible!! The cocktails are just as great! There has always been a..."

Jarrod Michael-Sylar Prinsloo-Bluth

"Caribbean-inspired Brian Lara Rum Eatery is the new kid on the block in Linden, and this quirky bar was opened by the same team behind Great Dane in..."

Lauras World

"The vibe is so awesome along with the amazing creative decor.We were a large table with so many order variations.The burgers were big and..."

Nicole Kruger

"This place hit me for a six. The few items on the menu are done perfectly to have bowled me over. I did not run out off good service and a great West..."

Nesen Moodley

"Thoroughly enjoyed this little piece of heaven! My boyfriend and I walked in and were greeted by an energetic lady asking if we had a reservation, as..."

Thalia Brummer

"Something different for Linden with palm trees and all. But as any kuierplek its suuuuper loud and noisy and screaming a little to hear your fellow..."

LuluFromJozi

"Was there with a massive table of 30 people for our Xmas lunch and it was out of this world! The vibe, decor and staff were incredible! We had the..."

Genna Hansen

"Awesome AWESOME staff and management. Good food and good vibe. Little cocktail shots are a real treat and pina colada makes a great..."

Jastine

"What an awesome surprise !! The vibe is amazing , the cocktails are fantastic! The ribs OMG out of this world!!!! We had such a great time at this..."

Karen Neethling

"This place is off the charts epic! After a rather challenging day, this is exactly what I needed with my mates. The vibe, decor, food, did I mention..."

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"I loved the hospitality at Brian Lara- even on a very busy Saturday afternoon. Good food- the spiced chips are a big winner- and lovely staff, both..."

Taskeen Moolla

"Had an absolutely fantastic lunch at Brian Lara this afternoon. Super vibe, fun decor and great attention to detail (where else would you get yummy..."

Kate Chmela-Jones

"Cocktails 10/10 Salt & Pepper squid 10/10Vibe 10/10 🌴🌴🌴 This place is decent. Their piña colada & mojito is sooooooo..."

Nina Formanek

"We absolutely love Brian Lara eatery! I simply love the 70’s classy (but in a ironic way not so much), beach bar theme. It’s not often that you..."

Zané Möhr

"Packed, flavour of the month vibe. Cocktails were great and the food was good, I had the calamari and the sweet corn side. Expensive overall but..."

Jo Burger

"Where summer should be spent in Jozi. Cocktails are killer!!! Love the bloody Mary's! Interior well executed taking the Caribbean vibe with a twist..."

Candistripe

"Definitely the flavour of the the moment , its been a while since I walked into a place and every table was reserved , well done so far . I can see..."

Chris De Beer

"What a place!!! JHB is lacking in having a vibey restaurant that caters for lots of drinking, great food and a really good time but this place..."

Kyla Meyerson

"Do you like to drink? Do you like to eat good food while you drink? Do you like to be served by great waiters who call themselves Harry Potter? Then..."

Palesa Molingoane

"Love love love this place. The 1st time I went for lunch and came back later for drinks. Management is super friendly and the food is delicious. We..."

Nondumiso Nondu Petlele

"Great vibe with amazing food! This rum eatery will leave you longing for more ribs and crab curry. Ask for the off-menu Miami Vice cocktail if you..."

Will Becker

"Had such a lovely time at Brian Lara last night. As we walked in, we immediately felt transported to a Caribbean island - where decor is a mix of..."

Bridget Meyer

"Absolutely amazing vibe and amazing food! Tried the jerk chicken and melon salad both very tasty dishes. The cocktails are amazing. Tried the Miami..."

Sajiv Issuree

"The best thing that happened to Linden since I don't know when! Also the only place with a mixed crowd of people from all over Joburg, not the usual..."

Leigh Hofmeyr

"We had cocktails and beer and lunch. The service was good. Food and drink were cheap & excellent & helpings were generous. The Pina Colada cocktails..."

Matthew Krausey

"The most delicious cocktails, friendly staff, and great experience. A great place to hang out and have a good time with friends or on a date. Rave..."

Mayanga Sithole

"Went for a family birthday. Service was phenomenal, two for one drinks special sublime and a great time was had by..."

Georgia Mccallum-Brown

"This is the first time I've been to this Eatery. It was a great experience from the moment we walked in to the time we left. The hostess and the..."

Anita Jack

"If you are looking for a cool, laid back place with good food....this is it!!! The cocktails are delicious, the service is amazing and the vibe is..."

Refentse Masekela

"Love the vibe at this place. So laid back and relaxing. Really great drinks and really great food!! This is one of our local..."

Tanika Swart

"Great little restaurant. Food was delicious. Cocktails were fantastic. Ideal place for lunch with friends and..."

Corne Cordier

"What would Linden be without Brian Lara. What an institution. Well priced good food. Great service. Appetising cocktail specials. Be sure to Uber..."

JP Borman

"This has become my favourite local haunt. Management & my guyz behind the bar make me feel like I’ve arrived home. The moods of Brian Lara, like..."

Erica K

"A rum eatery with a vibe. My girls and I decided to try a new place to have girls catch up session. Our waiter was nice and friendly although a..."

Kirsty

Schwabinger Stuben

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"Awesome to work..."

Daniel Moore

"Makes me feel at..."

Le'Royed Riechel

"Very good restaurant and nice food, Good staff and friendly..."

Flinxzy

"My family has been coming to Schwabinger Stuben for over 20 years. Whilst some things have changed over the years, they have kept and stuck to the..."

Jan Willem Hoorweg

"Great variety of German beers. The food comes in huge portions and everything tastes great. Look out for the Cordon bleau...it is mouthwatering...."

Kayla Salgado

"decided to go for my birthday....and what can I say....so glad i did...the food tastes so good....great portion sizes....very friendly staff and not..."

Tarryn

"I love the nook and crannieness of schwabinger. Lots of little areas around the place. Great for all occasions, cheerful and cheapish.They have..."

Saul Ben Smith

"Wonderful atmosphere (they have a beer garden) and the whole place has a really authentic German feel. The most divine food! Great service and the..."

Jessica Armstrong

"I have been to this authentic German restaurant a few times because they have a large menu with interesting things to try. My issue with it however..."

Julian Meyer

"Good taste... good cousin... bit slow the service but totally worthy.... we came to experience a German food and it doesn't disappoint us at all..."

Nelson Fernando Borda Beltran

"This place has such a nice atmosphere with very good value for money! The food is delicious, large portions. All round good experience - every time!..."

Kayleigh Elliott

"Best food and first German restaurant I've been too... the ambiance is awesome and waiter very friendly. Children restaurant too and believe this..."

Charlene Nascimento

"We came for their Monday quiz night which was actually a lot of fun, the mood is quite relaxed and everyone can participate if they want. The venue..."

Akira Wing

"Always on the prowl to try different restaurants and we decided to venture out on a German mission...Well as other reviews state, I would..."

Jalapeño Popper

"Nothing like a good old Eisbein from a proper German pub. Always extremely busy but always good service and food. Always improvements to the..."

Carol Hayes

"Great ambiance. The food is delicious and the portions are generous. They also have quiz nights which are great fun and very enjoyable. Be sure to..."

Lerissa

"If good, hearty food and a fun, loud setting are your thing, then this is the place to be! Schnitzels the size of your (rather large) plate, a huge..."

Kat

"Yes and Yes.If youre a beer lover and love a good pub this is the spot for you. Great German food, delicious meals. Im not a sauerkraut fan but..."

Eve

"There are a handful of exclusively German pubs and restaurants around Jo'burg and Schwabinger is definitely my favourite. The space is huge with a..."

Emily Smith

"Really great night out, even on a Monday night. We also joined the pub quiz which was awesome. The food was delicious, really authentically German. I..."

Varushka Padayachi

"Went there for a Sunday lunch and enjoyed the schnitzel and eisbein were all very nice , the strange layout of the buildings was a bit odd and I kept..."

Owen Tennant

"Good German pub style food. Lots to choose from but could possibly include more German beers. Food was tasty and quick and our wait looked after us..."

Stuninho

"Always love eating here and ofter do, especially The Eisbein which is traditionally served with Sauerkraut. Craft beer on tap and Gluwein (not always..."

Celeste Naude

"One of the very first places I ever visited upon arriving in Johannesburg 6 years ago, and i keep returning. Typical Austrian pub vibe - indoor and..."

Heather Hook

"Had farewell drinks here and ordered some platters for the table. The atmosphere is unpretentious and very jovial. We had frikadelles, cheese..."

Ria Fraser @CityFlavours

"..Not a plate of sushi to be found; just loads of steaming sausage, cabbage and pork. And beer. Loads of beer.The kind of food that you..."

Caron Whitfield

"Even though I consider Schwabinger Stuben a must visit, I was just not wowed at all. A great range of beers and a menu of traditional german cuisine..."

Hendrik Van Den Berg

"I have been coming here for years, when I'm in the area and normally with a good Irish mate of mine.The food is above average and there is a lot..."

Warren

"Definitely not the masters of German food in Johannesburg, but you can't go wrong with a good kasegriller and a tasty beer. They have an interesting..."

Scooby Barnard

"Have been going here for over 20 years and they never disappoint. The eisbein is always incredible and the range of beer to compliment is kept very..."

Stuart Duncan Black

"Excellent food, great service from Them a. Fabulous selection on the menu. portion sizes are massive. Definitely the place to go to try authentic..."

Jessica Matthysen

"I have driven passed Scwabinger countless times and wanted to go in a taste the German flare! Alas, lunch today was the day!I booked a..."

Amy Lara Baxter

"Ice cold Savanna and good german food what more could one want?..."

Dorea

"Schwabinger Stuben is the closets to the real Germany you can get in Gauteng. The food was authentic German (as raved by my Austrian friend) and..."

Pei-Lin Chen

"Oh my woooooord!!! Schwabinger stuben is one of our favourite dinner spots. You can order anything on the menu and it will be great. The large..."

Princess Bubblegum

"This is not only a restaurant but more like a small German village. It has a restaurant part, bars etc. And they serve proper German food like..."

Top Foodie

"This is a great spot for a group hang in the summer. Vast amounts of outdoor seating and authentic German food served in massive portions. The menu..."

Nadia Müller

"A really casual, fun place to go have a beer or two after work. The large pub is ideal for a relaxed summer evening. Their pizzas are also quite..."

Lara Lourens

"A lovely casual German restaurant. The food was excellent, very affordable, and the portions are huge! I had a Bauernschnitzel with Sauerkraut and..."

FoodLover

"My favorite German restaurant in SA. Great selection of German beer on tap (most of which is brewed locally). Bottled imports and local beer also..."

"A nice selection of German beer, both on tap and in the bottle. Nothing fancy about this German pub, just good hearty food and good beer. We were a..."

@MzansiGirl

"I love Schwabinger..!! Their food is great, as are the beers - especially their Weiss..!! 🍻 All of their schnitzels are really delicious as is the..."

Wesley Carlisle

"Awesome awesome German food and beer.The side portions were huge and tasty. The schnitzels were big and everyone had doggie bags. The Hungarian..."

Ania Botha

"I have never had a bad experience at this restaurant. The food is fantastic and served in massive portions. The best part is the German beer, can be..."

Lawrence Baker

"If you're a schnitzel person, this is a must. Beer is cold, food is German and atmosphere is great. Should be even better on a Friday/Saturday night...."

Lucianrajah

"Great, classic German food at fantastic prices.You cannot go wrong with the Schnitzel from Schwabinger - get some fries on the side or some..."

David Berry

"We popped in for the first time today for lunch. The place is huge! We sat in the non-smoking section, mostly on our own for the entire meal. And we..."

Heidi Bantam

"Love everything about this place as I was introduced to by my partner of Austrian decent. This is an awesome German deli. We usually do not sit down..."

AG

"The beers are really good and the food is very yummy. Perfect for a lazy Sunday afternoon. Lovely outdoor venue - I suspect a little chilly in..."

Candice Richards

"I am a born and raised German myself and I have to say: If homesickness hits me we always go to Schwabinger. The atmosphere in their outside area..."

Jasmin Benner

"I love this place. German cuisine at its finest. They have a fantastic selection of German beers including Bittberger. With Germans you can never go..."

Marnus Breed

"Enjoyed it. Food and beer was excellent. Good ambiance and not too noisy. Service was a little slow but not unbearable. Will definitely go back...."

Steve Nuns

"It is a favourite winter restaurant for us. Great German Food. Friendly and efficient service. Love the atmosphere. The only request is that the get..."

The Lazy Tourist

"I fell in love with authentic German food in my 20's when I climbed onto a party bus in Dusseldorf with some girlfriends and partied my way up to a..."

Lauras World

"This is one of my favourite restaurants in randburg. The staff are generally pretty good (all though there are the exemptions), the food is tasty and..."

Marcelle Radyn

"Awesome place for bigger get-togethers. The waiters could be better. I always enjoy the schnitzels with extra sauerkraut :) Deutchland über..."

Peter Victor

"I love German food and beer!Schwabinger is a great place for casual parties, after work drinks or when you have a craving for Eisbein. The..."

Merelda

"Best Eisbein I've tasted..loved the little village setup. Has that oktoberfest feel...definitely one of my new favourites. Service was a bit slow..."

Jade Andrews

"Very lively and spacious, great for a boozy Saturday lunch. My favorite dish is the chicken schnitzel with cheese sauce. Friendly service and good..."

Caryl Scott

"Huge German restaurant with nooks and crannies all over the place. Huge menu but being German I went for the Eisbein which was delish. Was huge and..."

Gavin Whindus

"Its a very "different" restaurant with a very relax setting and atmosphere. Its the kind of place to get good food (large portions) and a nice cold..."

Garth Balabanoff

"Great food made in the traditional German way. We tried a variety of schnitzels and each one was delicious. The service was decent and although we..."

Bronwyn Esterhuizen

"Best eisbein ever. And sauerkraut. Lots of very serious-looking Deutsche skinheads with precision beards when I went there last. And craft beers..."

Chris Lazley

"Finally went to the Schwabinger and it was really good. I had an eisbein and it was amazing! Super tasty and lots of crackling. The service was..."

Lisa

"If you're looking for a refined dining experience this isn't the place, if you're looking for authentic German food and great beer you'll be in..."

Shiven Ram Asary

"Deutsch Essen von seiner besten Seite! German food at its best!!!November 2016I was in the mood for fried potatoes and schnitzel ......"

Alma Pretorius

"Good tender ribs but not chargrilled enough for my taste. Great but expensive international draught beers. Massive..."

Marijke Louise

"Watched Workd cup Soccer here. Great vibe and a regular hang out for South African Germans. Schnitzel is the thing to eat here. They are the size..."

Nick Leuenberger

"This is the second time I have been to this German restaurant and once again, they exceeded my expectations. The food is so tasty; I had the..."

Liandi

"Das ist gut ja! A great find, could sit there all day drinking weiss beer & eating spätzle. Service was great, ask for..."

Sands

"Not that many people I know know about the Schwabinger and I love introducing them to it. It's a great little spot nestled into the heart or..."

Blackbeard

"Definitely one of the best spots to get traditional German food in Joburg! The schnitzel's are delicious...and huge! True German style. Every meal..."

Bridget Williamson

"I had the best main meal! Deep fries Camembert with parsley, cranberry sauce a a slice of deep fried pineapple! The meal was a 10/10, it came with..."

Danielle Letard

"This is a fantastic venue to get together for a couple of drinks and possibly some food. A good venue to watch sport at. Staff are friendly and..."

Dave Keating

"Very good food and very nice atmosphere! The beer is great!!!..."

Andréia Feijo

"Schwabingers is a great German restaurant in Randburg. It has a very relaxed atmosphere and is perfect for weekend relaxing. I believe they also have..."

Food Fundi

"Schwabingers is so much fun! It has a great atmosphere as well; we always have a good time there. The casual vibe makes for a relaxed and fun time..."

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