The Bedouin/Moroccan themed outdoor restaurant with relaxing loungers and Pan-African themed decor, allows guests feel that they are far away from the metropolis of Johannesburg, whilst they enjoy the ambience of the parklands and fresh air, whilst perusing the decidedly imaginative pan-African menu. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and sundowner cocktails.
The Westcliff is a short five-minute drive from the bustling and colourful neighbourhoods of Melville, Greenside and Parkhurst (also known as "Little Chelsea".) In addition to interestingly renovated character homes, these communities boast an eclectic array of trendy specialist stores, charming antique shops and a vibrant nightlife with bistro’s, bars and restaurants catering to a wide variety of tastes. Some of these top spots close to The Westcliff include:
The Color Bar
44 Stanley Avenue, Milpark
Tel: (011) 482 2038
Hours: Noon-till late from Tuesdays to Saturdays.
One of Joburg’s latest hotspots, especially on Fridays.
Food is served until 10 pm and occasionally, live bands replace the regular DJ.
Karma - Indian
Corner Barry Hertzog & Gleneagles Rds, Greenside
Tel: (011) 646 8555
Hours: Tues to Sun 12h30 for lunch and 18h30 for dinner
Closed Mondays
Cristina Hingis’ restaurant remains one of Joburg’s hottest places to enjoy Indian food. Classic Indian cuisine has been adapted to the Western palate with a fusion of flavours, sensuality of textures, vivid colours, pungent aromas and tingling tastes that demand attention.
Yum – Fusion
26 Gleneagles Road, Greenside
Tel: (011) 486 1645
Hours: Tues to Sat 12h30 for lunch and 18h30 for dinner
Sun 12h30 to 14h30
Mon closed
Wombles – Colonial
3rd Avenue, Parktown North
Tel: (011) 880 2473
Hours:
Mon to Fri 12h30 for lunch and 18h30 for dinner
Saturdays from 18h30 – 22h30
Closed Sundays
Wombles Steakhouse Restaurant offers a colonial plantation-style ambience with “Out of Africa” cuisine to match. Relaxed atmosphere filled with candlelight or an outdoor lunch in the garden make for a classic dining experience.
Cilantro – Fusion (“MediterrAsian”)
24 4th Avenue, Parkhurst
Tel: (011) 880 3725
Hours:
Tuesday to Sunday 11h30 to 15h00, 17h30 – 22h30
Crowds flock to this cosily casual, thoughtful restaurant with its good service and simple food with a twist.
Pomegranate – International
79 3rd Ave, Melville
Tel: (011) 482 2366
Hours:
Mon to Fri 12h30 for lunch and 18h30 for dinner
Saturdays from 18h30 to 22h30
Closed Sundays
A good, value for money fusion restaurant. The menu is short but interesting, the waiters knowledgeable and the ambience good.
Kippies Jazz International
Market Theatre Complex, corner Bree & Wolhuter Streets, Newtown
Tel: (011) 838 1271 http://www.kippies.co.za
Hours:
10h00 – late – Mondays to Saturdays
“In addition to being one of the first multi-racial bars in Joburg, Kippies has played a huge part in building South Africa’s glorious jazz legacy. Some of the world’s best performers have played here, including Abdullah Ibrahim and Hugh Masakela. Top jazz bands and musicians play on Fridays and Saturdays from 21h30 and Thursday nights are dedicated to promoting young, up-and-coming acts. Music lovers gather in this tiny, informal venue that is both nostalgically old-fashioned and ineffably part of South Africa’s vibrant present.” (pg 43, 2005 Time Out Johannesburg)
We advise guests to contact restaurants directly or via the Concierge, as opening times may vary and with some and booking is often essential.
