Location: Soweto
Top Restaurants in Soweto
Johannesburg, Gauteng Food Guide: 10 African food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Soweto
Reviews on African food in Soweto, Johannesburg, Gauteng. An acronym for South Western Townships, Soweto was dubbed as such in 1963. The area began in the late 19th century as a temporary neighborhood for gold mine workers, then later became a black Johannesburg ghetto with forced apartheid settlement. In 1976, Soweto garnered international headlines with its deadly uprising against Afrikaans-only language education. The Mandela Family Museum and the recently restored Credo Mutwa Village (with its Zulu and Sotho homesteads) are two can't-miss sights.
Things to do in Soweto
10. Lucky Bean
Overall Ratings
4 based on 429 reviews
Reviewed By Bekkiekind
The menu was good, and the ambience was great, but the highlight of our lunch was really the Waitron. Such an absolute pleasure! He was knowledgeable and witty and had an amazing sense of humour. He also suggested beautiful dishes that were the highlight of our meal!
9. Seven 99
8. Makubenjalo Restaurant
Reviewed By forrest1913
I'm not the biggest steak fan in the world but the best steak I've had in SA is at The Local Grill. The service is really good as well, and our waiter took us for a little tour into their walk-in freezer where they store the meat. Very old-fashioned and comfy atmosphere as well.
7. Vuyos
Overall Ratings
4 based on 37 reviews
African modern cuisine offered birthdays .
Reviewed By AnaelBodwell
Vuyos is one of the most popular restaurant at Soweto so it came to no surprise that the restaurant was fully booked. I suggest you try get a reservation. My friends and I planned an impromptu trip to the Township and we stopped there for a late lunch. All restaurants on that street was booked and people were queuing outside. When we finally got a table at Vuyos, I found the service a bit slow but the hosts tried their best to accommodate our very large group. The drinks came in 15-25 minutes and the meals took nearly an hour. But it was certainly worth it, a true taste of South Africa. The portions were very nice( we ordered a few platters to speed up our waiting time), everybody ate at ease. Otherwise, the decor is svery modern and the music is the best in the area. There is a DJ playing some nice African pop music and occasionally an accapella group of male singers would come in and entertain the crowd. It was overall a very nice experience and we would definitely go back if we had the chance!
6. Chaf Pozi
Overall Ratings
3 based on 84 reviews
Soweto's best Shisa Nyama ( traditional BBQ ) restaurant situated at the base of the iconic Orlando Towers. Great place to hang out or even visit for a cold one during or after a tour !!
Reviewed By ilia222
There is nothing I like less than to see other people eating food that looks better than mine ESPECIALLY when I was told there were only 3 choices...flank steak, pork chops, and lamb. As I was eating my not-that-great flank steak I see one of the servers pulling something out of a pot and slicing it up. Whatâs this? I think to myself. As I watch her put down a plate of delicious looking ribs piled high on a plate at the table behind me, I looked down at my sad piece of meat and wondered why I hadnât been offered the same thing. Well, I can tell you why! Iâm a white tourist and the other customers were not. I will never recommended or go back to this restaurant. ALL tourists should know that you are getting the crappy meat while others are getting the good stuff. PREJUDICE plain and simple plus their beans were too spicy (and I like spicy food), the coleslaw was too goopy, and the corn meal not cooked enough so it was ineffective for picking up food. Terrible food, terrible service, and no atmosphere (outside is fairly interesting but not worth the drive to).
5. Wandies Place
Overall Ratings
4 based on 70 reviews
Reviewed By mingfatsai
This place has A LOT of history. The walls are signed with many signatures, some of which youâll recognize, and itâs safe to say this is quite the local institution. The food consists of a variety of filling and wholesome stews, cooked meats, and vegetables. They also offer salads and desserts. We were served buffet style and the choices were many, something tasty to suit everyoneâs taste. I found the beef heart tough and not to my liking, but everything else was flavorful and delicious. The performers that serenaded us were a total delight. The womanâs voice reminds me very much of Ms. Makeba. Itâs funny that coming here had that homey feel one gets when visiting the Deep South in the US.
4. Restaurant Vilakazi
Overall Ratings
4 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By Sojournwithme
Our host in South Africa brought us here for lunch on a Saturday. The prices were reasonable and the food was great. There is a decidedly authentic feel to the restaurant and food. The servers are attentive and the street provides an energetic backdrop. Eat here and walk down the street to visit the street vendors and Mandela Museum.
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3. Sakhumzi Restaurant
Overall Ratings
3 based on 359 reviews
Sakhumzi Restaurant is located in Soweto - the largest black township in South Africa. Vilakazi Street, the tourist Mecca of Soweto, is where Sakhumzi opens its doors to anyone and everyone - from locals, to tourists and even corporate groups. Sakhumzi is
Reviewed By niiamahd
They are strategically located next to Desmond Tutu's house and within walking distance of the Mandela House. The food is always piping hot and the variety is fabulous. My favourite is the tripe and the pumpkin pap they serve. I never go to Jburg without stopping here to eat lunch.
2. Robby's Place
Overall Ratings
4 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By thomascR4785YC
I was very fortunate to visit Robby's Place along with 51 graduate Master of Science in Finance students from Georgetown University. We enjoyed outstanding food and outstanding service. Robby, our host, is a gentleman and a special person. I can't say enough about the quality of the food. Definitely the real deal!
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1. Chez Alina
Overall Ratings
4 based on 90 reviews
Reviewed By mlrvp
This restaurant is in the middle of Soweto. Perhaps best visited during the daytime. Our hostess started this restaurant from nothing and but it up to be a fine employer of very nice people. The food is what Soweto residents eat on a daily basis. It is a buffet style. Native dancers entertained us from without (street dancers). It is across the street from a house where Nelson Mandela lived.
