Gabriella Maxine Abrahams
+4
I always enjoy my time at this little gem in sandton suburbs.
Service 4 stars. It is usually efficient and friendly
Food 3.5 stars. It’s pretty simple options great for breakfast or lunch with something everyone in the family can enjoy.
Ambience 5 stars. Stunning location perfect for a Sunday family outing.
It has always been a problem to find a venue that welcomes children and provides a menu and atmosphere better than restaurant chains. Gia's provides a fantastic solution to this problem. The tables are in an established shrubbery far enough from one another to prevent rowdy little ones from disturbing other diners. The service is friendly and the food is excellent. Try one of their beef burgers they are infinitely better than those at expensive restaurants.
We have been to this delightful little garden restaurant a few times and have never been disappointed. The setting is gorgeous, in the gardens of the nursery. Service is very friendly, if a little slow at times.
I’ve had the eggs Benedict here - lovely, and a burger which was outstanding. The all day breakfast is also a winner.
This could be cool spot for an after work beer in summer!
Great outdoors restaurant, that has a peaceful feel. Menu has good choices for breakfast / lunches. We had a really nice breakfast. Waiter staff are friendly.
Good place for a breakfast or brunch. The cafe is set in a lovely garden and the meal is best enjoyed on a warm summer’s day. The food was basic but fresh and hearty.
I love the venue and sitting outside in a garden just next to a nursery and soaking up some sun. You're not out of the city but it feels tranquil.
We had brunch here. I found the food average. Service was okay, but maybe cos we were sitting outside away from everyone.
The place is peaceful and offers tranquility.. I loved it from the moment we went in.. The food is in large portions and the service is impeccable.. The menu is quite good too..definitely would go back
Came here for brunch. Awesome hidden gem along a busy south road. The breakfast was tasty and generous, decent cup of coffee as well. The garden setting/scenery is perfect for a brunch spot, we found it hard to leave so we Ordered some bubbly and orange juice and made our own Mimosas.
The service was excellent, friendly knowledgeable staff. Fantastic restaurant, I'd recommend it to a friend anytime.
Being a big Eggs Benedict fan (sans the ham) it tends to be my usual choice for breakfast/brunch. I've had two versions at Gia's the eggs royale(with spinach) & the salmon option - both were amazingly delicious. I've only been here for breakfast/brunch - it's a wonderfully quaint spot with beautiful gardens and a well stocked nursery for those so inclined. Good service.
Definitely a gem in Sandton. Food is always amazing, tasty and fresh. I have dreams about the food as I live in Dubai and only get my Gia's kick every year if I am lucky! Service and staff is spectacular!
My new favourite breakfast spot! Hidden little gem on South Road and man I'm glad I found it!!! Portions are amazing and quiet surroundings! Will definitely be back
Nicole Zetler Shapiro
+3.5
A lovely little spot in Sandton. Been here about three times - and have enjoyed it. The setting in the nursery is great - and they allow you to bring dogs which is a bonus!
The menu is basic coffee shop style food- made
Well and good value - and they make a really nice chicken mayo sandwich. Perhaps a more modern, updated menu will make this place even better.
Excellent portion for a breakfast that filled the whole plate.
One of the most enjoyable breakfasts in a while as it was perfectly prepared and presented.
Beautiful location, the garden setting is peaceful and relaxing. The coffee is good, food is really good, the breakfast selection is also good. The service is very friendly but a little bit slow. The place is also pet friendly which is nice. The table are far away enough from one another that if there is a dog around it's won't be right on top of you is that's not your thing. I really like that all the tables feel like you're in your own little garden. Overall it's a nice place to grab a breakfast on the weekends.
Lovely atmosphere for a warm and sunny spring day... The food was good not exceptional but i have eaten better. I had an open salmon sandwich it was pleasant... The banting chocolate cake was surprisingly light but wonderful with flavors of cinnamon, coconut and cocoa... The downside is the service... If you go, book in advance or you will end up waiting over an half an hour like i did... Once seated however i still had to ask to be attended to fifteens minutes in, then the food itself took almost another 40 minutes... Even then the food wasn't spectacular for the waiting time
I can't believe that I haven't been here before, apparently it's an establishment. Well better late than never. Happy days, enjoying brunch with my partner in the winter sun. Beautiful setting, lovely mixed menu and friendly staff. A wonderful experience and glad I tried it. Take a walk through the the nursery and stop at the garden shop, your definately going to find something.
A beautiful quiet spot in Joburg that isn't in a shopping center or overlooking a car park - for once!
A great place for breakfast, tea, lunch or just because. Food is reasonably priced and good value for money.
Friends invited us to join them for lunch here, and it does seem like quite the popular spot, sitting among the greenery of the nursery.
The bean wrap was pretty good; improved by the addition of some chilli. The salmon Benedict had decent poached eggs and hollandaise, but the English muffin was dry and hard. The friends ordered the chicken salad and burger, and both proclaimed them good. Service was fine. Wish the tables were a tad bigger, as 4 around it when we got the food was a bit cramped; will go for a more spread out option in future.
Gia's is a perfect combo of tranquil and delicious and has become a regular weekend spot for me, even though I have to drive a bit to get there! The staff are friendly and food is really homely, which is a big plus.
It's never easy to bid a friend farewell, however our spirits were lifted as stories and laughter were shared under the shade of trees in this surprising oasis, a stunning peaceful area in our everyday lives. This is certainly a spot where you can escape life's rigors. I loved the old school hamburgers that would satisfy any hunger. Me being mad about beans ordered the quirky "Mr Bean" wrap. This too was stuffed to the max, just added some fresh chili to round this dish off. The "Spring Chicken" was beautifully presented. Giving into our sweet tooth we shared the chocolate Banting cake as well as freshly made carrot cake. Both recommended though I vote the carrot cake won by a "thin"'margin. A lovely unpretentious brekkie or lunch spot.
Went for breakfast after discovering it on Zomato.
It was absolutely lovely.
I had the egg Benedict with salmon.
My egg was done perfectly. The service was perfect and the location was the cherry on top.
We sat outside in the garden and the mood was just ideal.
Our waiter Lawrence was superb.
I will be back there until I have tried everything on the menu :)
Gia's is one of my favourite places in Sandton! A beautiful garden cafe situated within the nursery, with lovely shaded tables amongst nature. The service here is flawless, with the waiters coming to check on you and making sure you are 100% happy (but not being overly annoying!). We ordered the grilled salmon on veg stirfry, as well as the pen faced salmon sandwich. These are probably the best salmon dishes I've had in Johannesburg- flavourful, well presented, and with the grilled salmon cooked to perfection (not overdone!). The sauce with the grilled salmon was also to die for.
Prices are reasonable, and completely worth it for a great morning out!
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We dropped the poor doggies off at the vet very early so we ended up here nice and early for breakfast.
Hard to grasp that right in the middle of the South Road chaos there is a bit of rural heaven. There are large beautiful shady trees surrounding the restaurant as well as a very detailed nursery filled with stunning plants.
We were the only patrons and therefore had the pick of the tables. We ended up outside on the patio next to the kiddies play area. There was no pram access but a waiter helped carry the pram down the stairs.
The service was prompt and friendly. Nothing special but satisfactory.
I had the eggs Benedict with Ham and my wife the John Gotti breakfast.
While waiting for our food my daughter went to the play area. It was ok but the ground surrounding the play items was hard sand and brick. Better hope your child doesn't fall cause they gonna scrap knees and elbows badly.
Our food arrived in a perfect time frame without undue waiting.
My poached eggs were absolutely perfect and my breakfast was delicious. I really really enjoyed it. A great balance between the eggs, ham and sauce. Very yummy.
My wife thoroughly enjoyed her breakfast. Her eggs were also perfect and the bacon a little crispy and delicious.
Overall we had a peaceful and very pleasant meal and experience. We will definitely come back.
Found this place close to home and what a treat it was ! I tried the Southern Belle Chicken wrap, which was simply delicious . The crumbed chicken went so well with the Moroccan sauce , and the coriander really stood out in this dish . ( I absolutely love coriander so no wonder this made it onto the hit list !) . Can't go wrong with this flavoursome herb ! It's a lovely tea garden to try out and I like their philosophy of no fast food :) It has a lovely setting with tables and chairs on the verandah and in the garden . Sitting in the garden is the perfect treat especially when you are living in a fast paced city surrounded by malls ! If you want a nice " get away meeting place " , you should give this place a try .
On another note ... I tried the Desperate Housewives croissant ... and can I just say ... That fig and cheese combo is holey moley awesome !! Plenty cashew nuts accompany the dish and all in all , a wholesome feel good dish . 👌
Was here yesterday for breakfast with colleagues. Such a pretty place, practically hidden from plain sight; a secret garden of sorts.
All around you are trees and flowers and their beautiful scents. Great for sunny, warm days. Would be good to see how they manage things in winter.
I had a great tasting breakfast - grilled tomatoes, (divine) mushrooms, health bread, bacon and a beef sausage (I don't eat eggs).
They could have done a bit more to make the presentation better - my meal didn't look too appetising when it arrived (see pics).
They might struggle a bit with multi tasking. They forgot a few drinks orders that were taken with the meal orders... like they can either do one or the other at a time. But the waiters were generally very friendly.
Gia's is one of my favorites for a summers day breakfast or lunch (or maybe brunch?). It is set in the gardens of the Montrose Nursery on South Road and is a great little hide-away from the busy streets of Sandton. The food is a mix of cafe classics such as salads, wraps and burgers - all of which are very tasty. The service is good, just as you might expect from a cafe and they are also reasonably priced. If you are looking for a quiet spot to grab a meal, this is a great place to do. It can get pretty busy on weekends so try go a bit earlier.
A quick lunch in their lovely garden! The food is good and the prices are fair. Service could be better! The food is always fresh and tasty. Th setting is so relaxing! Breakfast is good too.
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We went to Gia's for Sunday breakfast as it always looked so peaceful to sit in the middle of a beautiful garden in the middle of crazy Sandton. The place gets quite busy quickly but luckily we found a table. The setting is beautiful and peaceful and the tables are far enough apart that noise is not an issue. We had the Eggs Benedict and the Danny de Vito breakfast with fresh fruit juice and cappuccino's. Service was reasonable, had to look for the waiter a couple of times. The food was really good and tasted great. Overall a good experience, will definitely come again and then try and sit under the trees and not in the patio just to get even more if a garden dining experience. Went there for lunch and managed to sit in the garden - absolutely peaceful and stunning, and makes you forget you are in the middle of a city. Ordered the Feta, bacon and Abu tramezinni. Service was good. Food was good, could have used less feta or alternatively spread it more even as it has quite a salty and overpowering taste.
A lovely restaurant hidden inside the Montrose Nursery. A place to go for peace and quiet. Child and animal friendly. Good service and friendly waiters.
Some of the tables in the outside area are strategically positioned so it feels like no one else is around, amongst beautiful trees and wind chimes.
I ordered a rump steak which came perfectly cooked, accompanied with crispy, delicious potatoes, a generous portion of creamed spinach and butternut, and the lovely flower was a pretty touch.
My BF ordered the 'La Med' Steak Wrap, filled with steak strips, avo, feta and caramelised onion sauce, accompanied with crispy chips. It looked a bit messy when it arrived. He said it had a bit too much feta for him but was tasty.
A restaurant definitely worth the visit. Be sure to take a walk around the restaurant as the decor has great plaques with fun sayings, an interesting read.
Great outdoor setting in a nursery garden. Service was slow but atleast the setting is tranquil and pleasant. The food was good. Nice place for if you want an outdoor setting for lunch.
Gia's is such a charming coffee shop located in the nursery. One can tell that their bistro food, such as burgers, wraps etc, is delicious and their main focus and speciality, while more traditional foods and main meals are better ordered elsewhere as they're not quite there yet. The staff is attentive and quick. Have the baked cheesecake!
Came to Gia's by chance a really nice hidden gem. Setting is great with a nice outside area. Coffee is great. Nice menu. Will defiantly be back.
A hidden gem, and an enjoyable experience every time. The tranquil, garden setting, lends itself to an uncomplicated, fresh menu, with just enough variety. Today, I had the French toast with bacon and syrup, and filter coffee - a really nice brunch combo. The other half had a grilled chicken salad (still being on diet), a generous portion, so half of it was brought home. Service was on point. The nursery is well stocked too and the gardeners are very knowledgeable, so we left with several trays of flowers, potting soil, etc.
Lovely restaurant with indoor & outdoor seating. Nice cappuchino in wintertime by the fireplace, on the other hand, a chicken wrap outside under the summer sun. Lovely nursery and garden centre :)
Came for a light breakfast in Sunday morning. Service was efficient, albeit bland and lacking personality. Hot chocolate was decadent and the breakfast croissant I had was delicious: fresh ingredients, posh presentation and homey feel are what stood out for me. You can't go wrong here.
"Escape the cliche of the pavement cafe" - a motto that one cannot help but notice and it made me curious.. curious enough to pop in for breakfast this morning with friends. Gia's in Montrose Nursery is certainly unique in terms of its location, which makes for a perfect haven from the concrete jungle that I call Johannesburg. It is a hidden and beautiful oasis from the hustle and bustle of the day, family friendly, family run and seems to specialise in all things comfort, complete with a fireplace and blankets for a cold wintry day.
I will add our breakfast offerings shortly (Nordic breakfast, Eggs Benedict with salmon..) which were all presented beautifully and I plan to return soon to sample their lunches with my proper camera and lenses in hand.
*Recommendation: I have noticed that Gia's is only open during the day, but is well deserving of its 'Kid Friendly' title and if you aren't in a rush, this is a lovely spot for a lazy, casual breakfast.
Love the quirky sayings and the garden feel in sandton. Food is always great. Tasty light meals and good atmosphere. Always a welcome to the concrete jhb jungle
Lovely venue. Food was excellent. The staff were very friendly. Ideal if you have kids for them to play in the garden which provides opportune time to engage with the other moms and dads...also perfect for a birthday. Best in the summer time
In the back of a Nursery, it has a very open and peaceful ambiance. Menu has some clever names for different dishes and combinations and will definitely not leave any not ordering something. Prices are fair. Enjoyable experience for a breakfast and change of scenery.
Beautiful spot. Very disappointing service with major do-I-really-have-to-help-you attitude. Creative menu to please all and good food. Great coffee.
Lovely garden environment to have a peaceful lunch in. Central location. Service and food reasonable. Best chosen on a whim for a random boozy lunch out.
Great setting in nursery. Perfect for kids and very relaxing. Food is good with helpful staff and nice garden setting in the heart of Sandton.
Lovely setting amidst a nursery with a bit of peace and quiet in Sandton. Generous portions. I had a chicken salad which wasn't shy with the chicken, and my brother had a burger which was delicious. They are also open on Thursday and Friday evenings which I imagine would be nice. Service wasn't very attentive but it will do.
Chilled relaxed venue with great service and fresh tasty food.
Love the burgers and salads. My wife will usually have a wrap and always compliments them.
Nice to take kids with even though play area is a little cold and dreary tucked away in the corner.
Great for a quick lunch on the weekend if you can find a table as it is always packed.
This little coffee shop is lovely. Really nice to kind of escape the hustle and bustle of surrounding Sandton. It's in the middle of a nursery so offers lovely scenery for all of those enjoying breakfast, lunch or just a cup of coffee. The food is lovely as is the staff and the overall experience. definitely recommended - I took my grandad who was visiting and he thoroughly enjoyed himself and the peace and quiet.
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Gia's is in the middle of a garden centre, which makes it a lush and green retreat from city life. My main praise for Gia's, however, is its children's play area. Definitely kid-friendly, Gia's outdoor tables look directly onto a medium-sized sandy playground with climbing equipment and ride-on structures. Thus, I could enjoy the three breakfasts I've eaten there while keeping a good eye on my son.
The breakfasts themselves were great: I had espresso, eggs and salmon and was very pleased. But I would say that the food was so delicious that it didn't draw attention to itself, if that makes sense. I remember my experience at Gia's more than what was on the plate. That experience was: pleasant, relaxed, and stretched-out (on one occasion we stayed for more than 3 hours, racking up a massive coffee bill after the food!).
The fact that I felt so comfortable there despite toddler-wrangling means a lot. I'd recommend it to parents or grandparents. Just be aware that on Saturday and Sunday mornings there is strong competition for those special playground tables!
This venue has a unique ambience in the middle of Sandton you feel like you in the countryside. Service was excellent, food was good too. Definitely worth a visit.
I'll start with the witty menu, because of the pop culture references. Because they missed the opportunity to name the eggs Benedict (Cumberbatch) but if you're old enough you'll get the references to Jane Fonda etc. What a lovely setting for a light meal! We got a table and parasol outside amongst the manicured hedges and grapevines, but you can choose to eat inside the bright and airy cafe if that's more your style. Service is great, friendly and efficient. What really captured my eye was the plating and attention to detail of the food. I haven't seen flower shaped fried eggs anywhere else and the hollandaise sauce on my eggs Benedict was absolutely perfect, in texture and flavour. The atmosphere is definitely giving 'stay as long as you please' as there is a well stocked bookshelf, free WiFi and places for you to plug in your devices. If you're more interested in the nursery, you could spend a few good hours there too.
Gias is absolutely beautiful, various places to choose to sit with lovely views of the little garden areas,
The food is delicious, there is a play area for the children and you can also have a browse through the nursery.
The service was wonderful, Thank you so much.
The food was tasty and the coffee was so good it felt like I finished it in one slurp. Their homemade food is delicious and the surrounding nursery is incredibly beautiful. I had the burger and although it was very tasty, I found that the bun got very soggy and lost its structure very quickly. Other than that it was a good meal and I enjoyed the environment. Staff were also friendly.
Gias. What wonderful memory. Introducing Oscar - the gentle giant who ushered us in with such grace and attention. The setting: priceless! ...Creeping looming greens all around you. It even has a secret garden... if you look. My friend loved his late lunch but I forgot my doggy bag! Was too enraptured in conversation in this mesmerising setting that I forgot to eat and then it was closing time! LOLEST! I will definitely go again! (4 stars only because I didn't eat except for the side salad!)
Picked a random place for breakfast Awesome atmosphere within nursery. Quick service. Beautiful calm atmosphere. Seperate area for people with children. Will be back.
The food is outstanding. I had a Beef Burger with Fries. Very good service (kind and caring). Beautiful atmosphere wherever you choose to sit both inside and outside seating. The pricing in the restaurant is very reasonable and portion sizes are very big!
Peaceful setting in a lovely garden - A beautiful café to visit if you are looking to disconnect, especially during sunny winter days. Friendly service and nice, unpretentious, comfort food.
An interesting venue set in a beautiful nursery. Good, varied menu and friendly service!
An excellent accessible bathroom and good ramp access. The only problem I the cloakroom is that the back grab rail is set too high.
What a lovely place. Fantastic nursery leads to a brilliant restaurant in fantastic surroundings making one forget where they are. Staff are attentive and very accommodating.
We decided today to visit at least once a month.
Update 2023: for wheelchair users . A bit due to paving to get to restaurant but not insurmountable. nice disabled toilet. Food and everything else still very very nice.
Beautiful restaurant inside the nursery so if you are looking for a stunning outdoor venue this is the place! Yummy food and good service. There is a lovely play area for kiddies which is great and there are tables overlooking the play area so you can keep an eye on the children while they play.
Very chilled environment, a warm place to engage with nature. I love the variety of plant selection there. I also love the service I got from the waiter. Excellent👌
Lovely nursery where you amble through the isles when done with breakfast. Food was good. Coffee was very good. It's Lavazza. Lovely to sit outside and get some cool fresh air and warm sun at the same time.
Great burgers and such a pretty setting
I always look forward and love meeting up with my ex colleagues/friends/family here at Gias on Montrose it caters for everyone with beautiful environment nursery come restaurant the company is always great and we have some great memories here coming here in the past as not all of us are working together anymore. We catch up with everyone this has been our first get together in 2 years since covid some have left us during covid and moved out of Jhb. We always get great service thank you so much.
Tasty food. Large portions. Pleasant outdoor setting in a nursery.
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