Location: Braamfontein
Top Restaurants in Braamfontein
Top Things to do in Braamfontein
Where to Eat in Braamfontein: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Braamfontein (English: blackberry fountain) is a central suburb of Johannesburg, in South Africa, seat of the Constitutional Court of South Africa and some of South Africa's major corporations such as Liberty Holdings Limited, JD Group (part of Steinhoff Africa), Sappi, Bidvest (formerly Rennies) Bank and Hollard. Situated due north of the city centre, Braamfontein is the fourth-largest office node in the city of Johannesburg containing many multi-storied buildings representing various architectural styles including Art Deco and Brutalist. Numerous office buildings have and are in the process of being converted to residential apartments. The offices of the Johannesburg City Council and the University of the Witwatersrand are situated in Braamfontein. The Nelson Mandela Bridge is a landmark that connects Braamfontein to the city centre, traversing South Africa's most extensive passenger train marshalling yard. Jan Smuts Avenue and Empire Road are two major road thoroughfares that run through the suburb.
Things to do in Braamfontein
1. The Local Grill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 452 reviews
Best Steakhouse in South Africa awarded by The Wolftrap steakhouse championships. Offering kitchen tours and beef courses. Beef all aged on the premises and cut to order.
Reviewed By 1959Hennie - Pretoria, South Africa
We went to Local Grill for my birthday an was pleasantly surprised by the quality of food and service. This is really a place worth visiting again and again.Our waiter Daniel deserves special mention!!Thank you for sharing your special day with us. Your review is greatly appreciated. Daniel is grateful for the mention.
2. Lucky Bean
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 333 reviews
Reviewed By 2onholiday - Manchester
An excellent restaurant. I had hake which was delicious and the amount was fantastic. If I had Known how much fish I would have I may have missed the superb calamari I had for starter. The meal for two including aperatifs and a bottle of Sauvignon cost about £35. Great value. Setting and ambiance also excellent.
3. The Grillhouse Rosebank
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Welcome to The Grillhouse, Johannesburg's most loved and well established premium steakhouse. Established in 1995, The Grillhouse offers the perfect quadfecta in dining - great food, a huge selection of fine wines and malts, stellar service and an upmarket yet warm and hospitable atmosphere. Please check our Facebook page for details of opening and closing times during the festive season and other holiday. The Grillhouse Rosebank Team 22 years of reminding you why you work so hard!
Reviewed By 763Kiwi_traveller007 - HKT
With an extensive & expansive menu, The Grillhouse delivers. The service is second to none. Although the setting is a little dark + dated the food is not just delicious but what your expecting. Not OTT on prices but not cheap. I’d certainly recommend it...MoreThank you for your lovely review. We hope to see you back again soon :)
4. Bean There Coffee Roastery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By Thembi S
I haven't been here in a while I decided to come by for an espresso. Just walking ? in reminded me why my partner consider them. I asked about one waiter about a wide variety of coffee beans and I was impressed. Their espresso is...MoreThank you for the feedback. So glad you enjoyed your Bean There experience.
5. Lattelicious Nelson Mandela Square
Overall Ratings
4 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By 247LiveLife - South Africa
I ordered a toasted tuna mayonnaise Sandwich. An easy thing to prepare, you would think, but it was memorable by being very, very ordinary. The accompanying salad was not great, and it's not that easy to mess up! I waited for quite a while to be served and to get the food and the bil, and they weren't even busyl. So, no, I won't be rushing back there.
6. Post
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By Jacques S - Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
If you like your coffee and vinyl rock strong in the morning this is the place. Best breakfast spot on the Juta Street strip.
7. Father Coffee
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By EONJoburg - Joburg
Enjoy a fresh cupo at Father in Braamfontein. It's simple and yet beautiful in design , and great to see the inner city , alive again. Remember it's only coffee, ( no decaf ) yes only real good coffee.
8. Clico Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By Karen F - Johannesburg, South Africa
The service at this wonderful boutique hotel is outstanding - I don’t believe I’ve ever received such good service. It was a birthday dinner for my daughter and we were greeted with a most delightful chap with the biggest smile, wishing our daughter a very happy birthday. He showed us into the reception where we were greeted with even more birthday wishes and then on to the restaurant where the reception continued.
The entire hotel and restaurant are very tastefully decorated. The waiters are very attentive and not too stuffy. They boast a good wine list. The food was outstanding which I did with the wine pairing suggestions.
We had such a wonderful evening and I highly recommend Clico. I honestly can’t find any fault and commend them for getting everything perfectly right.
9. The Orbit
Overall Ratings
4 based on 98 reviews
To creating a platform for free creative expression that will allow musicians and their audience to share unique and unifying experiences. To supplying musicians with the most suitable setting and staging so as to perform in the most comfortable and inspiring space in Johannesburg. To creating a respectful, socially balanced, community focused environment for our audiences, our supporting members, our staff and partners. To contributing to the development of the performing arts in our city.
Reviewed By Kiki_M23 - Lusaka, Zambia
The Appleton mojito was a huge hit for me. The husbands found the whisky slightly pricey. The waitor was friendly and the chefs were prompt. We all enjoyed our meals but we were too early for the Jazz. If you're going for the music don't go as early as 7pm. The food was tasty even though they didn't have a fish knife.
10. The Smokehouse and Grill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By Hardy M
We were staying at the Protea Parktonian and wanted to eat at places other than the hotel.
This spot popped up and we decided to check it out.
Great venue, awesome vibe and great staff - attentive and helpful.
Food was excellent as was the choice of beers.
