Jessica & Philani's Guidebook
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Sushi 50% off on Mondays and Tuesdays. Order at least one hour before pick up on those days as it gets quite hectic. You can also eat at the restaurant. However, you need to be patient with the service on those days. Definitely best sushi in the area and best value for money! Highly recommend, our kids love the Monday sushi takeouts!
kensington kakami sushi
Sushi 50% off on Mondays and Tuesdays. Order at least one hour before pick up on those days as it gets quite hectic. You can also eat at the restaurant. However, you need to be patient with the service on those days. Definitely best sushi in the area and best value for money! Highly recommend, our kids love the Monday sushi takeouts!
This Kensington-based gem has an artisan bistro style of dining, food and crafts, it is our favourite go-to-place in our neighbourhood.
Their home-made foods are crafted to old-style rustic recipes, some passed down for generations. All their artisan breads are baked fresh daily in the wood-fired oven, and is stone mill flour bread at its best.
They use only the freshest top-quality ingredients for their food and strive to source mostly organically grown produce. Herbs are sourced from their herb garden, they also have greens growing on their vertical hydroponic garden wall.
Specialties include perfectly aged succulent steaks, burgers, steakrolls, handcrafted artisan pizzas (order the „threesome“ with three toppings of your Choice), craft pasta, delectable house specialities and an award-winning wine selection. They deliver, have free Wi-Fi and can host events too. You can also get ahold of Cut & Craft Bistro on Facebook and Instagram.
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Cut and Craft Artisan Bistro
159 Queen StThis Kensington-based gem has an artisan bistro style of dining, food and crafts, it is our favourite go-to-place in our neighbourhood.
Their home-made foods are crafted to old-style rustic recipes, some passed down for generations. All their artisan breads are baked fresh daily in the wood-fired oven, and is stone mill flour bread at its best.
They use only the freshest top-quality ingredients for their food and strive to source mostly organically grown produce. Herbs are sourced from their herb garden, they also have greens growing on their vertical hydroponic garden wall.
Specialties include perfectly aged succulent steaks, burgers, steakrolls, handcrafted artisan pizzas (order the „threesome“ with three toppings of your Choice), craft pasta, delectable house specialities and an award-winning wine selection. They deliver, have free Wi-Fi and can host events too. You can also get ahold of Cut & Craft Bistro on Facebook and Instagram.
Authentic Italian pizza made in their wood fired oven and delicious pasta dishes. If you could bring Napoli to South Africa, well Ottimo did it. One of the oldest Italian restaurants in Joburg. We love the cosy Italian vibe and the attentive service, an Italian gem in the heart of Kensington.
Ottimo
179 Queen StAuthentic Italian pizza made in their wood fired oven and delicious pasta dishes. If you could bring Napoli to South Africa, well Ottimo did it. One of the oldest Italian restaurants in Joburg. We love the cosy Italian vibe and the attentive service, an Italian gem in the heart of Kensington.
Pasteleria Princesa on Queen Street is a Portuguese pastry and restaurant with a Portuguese deli inside, you can even buy the beautiful hand painted Portuguese crockery there. Definitely the best Portuguese pasteis de nata in the area. We highly recommend trying out their breakfast options or their daily lunch specials especially their fish and seafood dishes. Free wifi is available too.
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Pastelaria Princesa
146 Queen StPasteleria Princesa on Queen Street is a Portuguese pastry and restaurant with a Portuguese deli inside, you can even buy the beautiful hand painted Portuguese crockery there. Definitely the best Portuguese pasteis de nata in the area. We highly recommend trying out their breakfast options or their daily lunch specials especially their fish and seafood dishes. Free wifi is available too.
Just cannot be better home made Italian food with amore. The pizza, focaccia and rabbit are simply superb. You should try their artichoke dish as a starter. The home made sorbets are a must. Grazie to the elderly Italian owners Mario and Laura who constantly strive to provide the very best quality of food and service. Definitely a „la dolce vita“ experience!
Gema Trattoria & Pizzeria
143 Queen StJust cannot be better home made Italian food with amore. The pizza, focaccia and rabbit are simply superb. You should try their artichoke dish as a starter. The home made sorbets are a must. Grazie to the elderly Italian owners Mario and Laura who constantly strive to provide the very best quality of food and service. Definitely a „la dolce vita“ experience!
If you are looking for a fantastic authentic and wonderful German dining experience, this is a must on your list! From the welcome at the door, to the Glühwein, German beer and Blackforest shots, to the best food (try their Eisbein, Schnitzel, Sauerkraut, potato mash and other authentic German dishes), dessert and staff. Danke, danke und nochmals danke!
Die Kneipe
139 Queen StIf you are looking for a fantastic authentic and wonderful German dining experience, this is a must on your list! From the welcome at the door, to the Glühwein, German beer and Blackforest shots, to the best food (try their Eisbein, Schnitzel, Sauerkraut, potato mash and other authentic German dishes), dessert and staff. Danke, danke und nochmals danke!
We are regulars at this authentic Portuguese restaurant and pub, which is mostly frequented by Portuguese locals. Amazing friendly service and authentic well cooked Portuguese cuisine. Most succulent prawns and chicken livers, also try their caldo verde (soup) and sardines.
'O' Vicente Portuguese Restaurant
16 Sovereign StreetWe are regulars at this authentic Portuguese restaurant and pub, which is mostly frequented by Portuguese locals. Amazing friendly service and authentic well cooked Portuguese cuisine. Most succulent prawns and chicken livers, also try their caldo verde (soup) and sardines.
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Exploring authentic Ethiopian cuisine in Johannesburg
Our list of our favourite Ethiopian spots
1. The Royal Ethiopian Restaurant, Bruma
By far best Ethiopian food we’ve had in Joburg.
2. James XVI Ethiopian Café, Maboneng
As authentic as it can get, gem in heart of Maboneng.
3. Little Addis, Maboneng
Authentic food over dinner in a beautifully decorated restaurant.
4. Ethiopian restaurant on Langerman drive, Kensington
5. Explore „Little Addis“ District in CBD for authentic restaurants, clothes and Ethiopian food and coffee. Beware, frenetic and chaotic part of town on Rahima Moosa. Be vigilant, yet adventureous.