OUR GUIDE TO EATING OUT IN JOBURG
Here are our local favourites, as recommended by the Peech Family. Our Concierge Team will gladly assist with making reservations (where possible), and arranging transportation for you.
THE POT LUCK CLUB JOHANNESBURG
Chef Ebie du Toit
THE PEECH HOTEL
61 North Street, Melrose
@thepotluckclubjohannesburg / restaurant@plcj.co.za / +27(0)10 157 5757
Luke Dale Roberts brings his much-loved Cape Town establishment The Pot Luck Club Johannesburg to The Peech Hotel. Diners can expect innovative, globally-inspired dishes and signature small-plate dining which are ideal for sharing. An energetic, fun atmosphere with a formidable wine and cocktail list to keep diners well entertained.
EMBARC
Chef Darren O’Donnell
PARKHURST (4km from The Peech Hotel)
Corner 13th Street / 4th Avenue, Parkhurst
@embarc.restaurant / Tel: 072-913-3269
Chef Darren O’Donnell offers an assortment of modern Asian & Mediterranean inspired dishes, with a straight forward menu including snacks, starters, mains and desserts, with all dishes available in smaller starter size for those seeking a little more variety. Small, intimate and pleasant space on a busy street. Ideal for a couple or smaller group.
CYRA
Chef Candice Philip
HOUGHTON HOTEL (3.7km from The Peech Hotel)
Lloys Ellis Avenue, Houghton Estate
@cyra_restaurant / info@cyra.co.za / Tel: +27(0)11 032 5535
Chef Candice Philip is known for her unusual pairings, bold flavours, and intricately plated dishes. At Cyra her menus feature a meticulously crafted seven-course tasting experience, each dish designed to surprise and delight. Diners can also opt for expertly paired wines, enhancing the flavours of each course. Chef Candice also offers tailored vegetarian and pescatarian menu options. Her style of food is modern European, characterised by intricate flavours and textures.
OUR LOCAL FAVOURITES
MARBLE
ROSEBANK (3km from The Peech Hotel)
4th Floor, Trumpet on Keyes Building
Corner Keyes St & Jellicoe Avenue, Rosebank
@marble_jhb / WhatsApp +27 64 439 2030 / info@marble.restaurant
David Higgs restaurant boasts a magnificent, custom-made open wood-fire grill, designed to celebrate the true nature of eating together around an open flame. Lunch and Dinner offer a wide range of seafood, meat and vegetarian options, with an element of smoke or fire to every dish. The Marble cellar offers a spellbinding selection of local and international wines, accompanied by excellent service and exceptional views over Joburg.
PROUD MARY
ROSEBANK (2.4km from The Peech Hotel)
The Bank, 26 Cradock Ave, Rosebank
@proudmary_sa / proudmaryreservation@gmail.com
Nestled in the heart of Rosebank’s foodie district, Proud Mary is a modern, mid-century inspired allday eatery and wine bar to suit every taste. Breakfast, brunch lunch, dinner or small plates at the bar over cocktails, ideal any time of day. Great local people watching, a Jozi ‘it crowd’ favourite.
MODENA
PARKHURST (4.1km from The Peech Hotel)
Shop 10 Cobbles Shopping Centre, 4th Ave, Parkhurst
Tel: 010 900 0912 / bookings@eatmodena.co.za / https://modena.dineplan.com
Modena Italian Eatery celebrates all aspects of Italian cooking from all regions of Italy -hearty, homely, and delicious!
KOLONAKI
PARKHURST (4.1km from The Peech Hotel)
18, 4th Ave, Corner 9th Street, Parkhurst
@kolonaki_on4th
Kolonaki is a Meze kitchen inspired by Greek and Mediterranean influences, offering diners a culinary experience that includes a modern-day approach to the rich and warm etiquette of the traditional Mediterranean styles of cuisine.
THE FISHMONGER
ILLOVO (1.5km from The Peech Hotel)
204 Oxford Rd, Illovo
Tel: 011 268 0067
One of the best seafood restaurants in Joburg, ‘The Fishmonger’ is a Joburg institution offering arguably the freshest selection of local and imported fish and seafood daily. A family restaurant with efficient and friendly service, offering everything from Mozambiquan Queen prawns to freshly shucked oysters, sustainable line fish and made to order sushi.
FAMILY FRIENDLY
BGR BURGERS
ROSEBANK (1.7km from The Peech Hotel)
Oxford Parks, Corner of Eastwood and Parks Blvd, Rosebank
@eatbgrza / info@eatbgr.com
These guys get our vote for the best burgers in town! (according to Hugo & Sophie Peech). BGR is a casual drop-in ‘diner style’ burger joint with just a couple of solid menu options (including vegetarian burger) and all the best toppings you could want. Fries, drinks & frozen custards, eat-in (no bookings) or take-away.
ASIAN TWIST
BIRDHAVEN (100m walk from The Peech)
@asiantwistza / pre-order Tel: 010 203 9306
Lovable local Asian eatery offering made-to-order sushi, dim sum and classic Chinese favourite’s such as fried rice, prawn noodles. A quick fix for hungry tummies at the end of a long and exciting day. Eat in or take-away.
FUGAZZI
ROSEBANK (1.5km from The Peech Hotel)
The Zone, (opposite Tashas Café), Rosebank
@fugazzi_sa / 010 730 0690 / ciao@fugazzi.co.za
A modern New York Italian-style family restaurant opening out into the heart of Rosebank’s shopping and entertainment zone. A crowd pleaser, with pizzas and pastas galore, we love their comfy banquet seats and aperitif menu.
TORTELLINO D'ORO
OAKLANDS (1.9km from The Peech Hotel)
Shop 9, Oaklands Shopping Centre, Cnr Kruger and Pretoria Street, Oaklands
@tortellino.doro / Tel: 011 483 1249
Established as a deli 30 years ago, the Bollini family still operate their infamous local Italian restaurant and deli today. With a daily menu dictated by seasonality, Tortellino D’Oro serves traditional homemade Italian dishes, deli specialities and gelato. Hugely popular with local residents from surrounding suburbs, lunch and dinner bookings are absolutely essential. Friendly and efficient old-world service, and if you’re lucky, Nona Bollini will come and greet you in person.
HEALTH CONSCIOUS
JACKSON’S REAL FOOD MARKET & EATERY
BRYONSTON (8.7km / 20 min drive from The Peech)
300 Bryanston Drive, Bryanston
@jackson_real_food_market
A one stop health food store offering “real local food” which is ethically produced, nutrient dense, with zero preservatives, colourants, non-GMO, organically grown and pesticide free! Jackson’s offers both a shop and go market and casual eatery where diners can order a la carte or pick from a selection of freshly made meal and snack counters.
FRESH EARTH FOOD STORE
BLAIRGOWRIE (4.7km / 10 min drive from The Peech)
74 Hillcrest Ave, Blairgowrie
@fresh_earth_ / Tel: 011 646 4404
A healthy foodie and household shopping experience that is as close to nature as possible. Great place to relax and enjoy an energizing smoothie or nutritious buddha bowl. Offering an all-day breakfast and lunch menu, with inside and outside tables.
A LOCALLY INSPIRED FINE-DINING
LES CRÉATIFS
BRYANSTON (8.7km / 20 min drive from The Peech)
Shop 12H, Hobart Grove Centre, 52 Hobart Road,
Tel: 068-182-7929 / @lescreatifsrestaurant
Award-winning Chef Wandile Mabaso offers a fine-dining contemporary menu that features experimentation of local ingredients and flavours that are quintessentially South African.
BEST LOCAL WINE BAR
MR PANTS WINE BAR
BLAIRGOWRIE (4.7km from The Peech Hotel)
Shop 7, Delta Central, 74 Hillcrest Ave, Blairgowrie
@mrpants_winebar (Tues to Sat 4-10pm only, limited snacks)
Heralded as the smallest wine bar in South Africa, this cosy little spot (next door to Fresh Earth Healthy Food Store) offers the opportunity to taste an exciting range of some of South Africa’s best boutique and small production wines. Keep an eye on their insta pages, they often feature wine maker pop-ups and tastings! If the urge to eat something more substantial comes along, Coalition pizza just across the road is a great bet!
TOWNSHIP TOURING
CHEZ ALINA RESTAURANT
SOWETO (35km / 37 mins from The Peech)
33730 Masemola Street, Dobsonville, Soweto
Tel: 081 895 5181
Chez Alina serves an authentic buffet of African cuisine for local and international guests who want to tantalize their taste buds with authentic local cuisine when visiting Soweto.
VILAKAZI EXPRESSO
SOWETO (24km / 31mins from The Peech Hotel)
7346 Kumalo St, Orlando West
@vilakazi_espresso / Tel: 067 902 1334
Small café serving specialty coffee in the heart of Soweto, this funky little curios shop and café serve great coffee (the best in Soweto), and milkshakes, smoothies, toasted sandwiches and homemade pizzas are the speciality of the day! Perfectly located behind the Hector Pieterson memorial for those touring Soweto.
SMOKEVILLE
SOWETO (28km / 35mins from The Peech Hotel)
881 Motlana St, Orlando West
@smoke_ville_ / 067 241 0602
Pizzas and hearty local smoked food favourites (cooked over open flame) such as burgers, wings, ribs and chicken, this is a popular place for locals and tourists to gather and enjoy a taste of South African township life. Check their Instagram page, they often feature live jazz music and entertainment. Basic outdoor seating, so best enjoyed when the weather is fair and warm.