Eat & Drink
Sandton Central is South Africa's most concentrated dining destination - from chef-driven fine dining at The MARC to the open-air piazza of Nelson Mandela Square, vibrant cocktail bars at 24 Central, and over thirty restaurants at Sandton City alone. Whatever the occasion, Africa's richest square mile is plated and poured for it.
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Restaurants & Bars
Across Sandton Central
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Dining at Sandton City
From quick bites to fine dining
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Dining Destinations
Precincts, malls & lifestyle hubs
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Days a Week
Breakfast, lunch & late-night
Where to Eat & Drink
Sandton City - The Restaurant Court
Africa's iconic shopping destination is home to a thriving dining precinct - from grab-and-go cafés to celebrated sit-down restaurants. The Restaurant Court spans casual eateries, international franchises, and upmarket destinations under one roof.
- ✦Tashas, Ocean Basket & Mike's Kitchen
- ✦Nando's, Wimpy & vida e caffè
- ✦Kauai & Krispy Kreme
- ✦Late-night dining options
Nelson Mandela Square
Joburg's premier open-air dining piazza, where restaurants spill onto the square beneath the iconic Nelson Mandela statue. A vibrant mix of fine dining, casual bistros, sushi bars, and cocktail lounges - perfect for long lunches and evening cocktails.
- ✦Trumps Grillhouse & Butchery
- ✦Pigalle for live music
- ✦Mythos for Greek cuisine
- ✦Iconic statue setting
The MARC
Home to chef Liam Tomlin's celebrated SAINT - a Roman-inspired fine dining destination - alongside Food Lovers Eatery, artisan coffee, and a curated selection of restaurants. Set in the heart of Sandton's financial district.
- ✦SAINT by Liam Tomlin
- ✦Food Lovers Eatery
- ✦Artisan coffee bars
- ✦5-Star Green Building
Alice Lane Precinct
A pedestrian-friendly precinct flanked by leading law firms and corporate towers, Alice Lane is Sandton's go-to for power lunches, after-work cocktails, and elegant evening dinners - all within a short walk of the Gautrain station.
- ✦Power-lunch venues
- ✦Cocktail bars & lounges
- ✦Pedestrian-only laneway
- ✦Steps from Gautrain
24 Central
A chic lifestyle and entertainment complex famed for celeb-spotting, business breakfasts, and vibrant evenings. 24 Central hosts a curated mix of upmarket dining, cocktail bars, and exclusive events.
- ✦Upmarket cocktail bars
- ✦Celebrity-frequented
- ✦Business breakfasts
- ✦Late-night entertainment
Benmore Centre
A relaxed neighbourhood centre serving Benmore and the greater Sandton area with a friendly mix of family restaurants, cafés, and casual eateries - ideal for unhurried weekend brunches and easy weekday dinners.
- ✦Family-friendly restaurants
- ✦Weekend brunch spots
- ✦Casual cafés
- ✦Easy parking
A World on a Plate
Signature Cuisines
From sushi to steakhouse, speakeasy to rooftop
Sandton Central's restaurants represent every corner of the globe - and every mood. Choose from cosmopolitan fine dining and traditional grills to plant-based bistros, hidden speakeasies, and skyline-facing rooftop bars.
Tables to Book
Sandton Central's most celebrated restaurants and bars.
SAINT
Roman-inspired fine dining by Liam Tomlin · The MARC
KOI
Pan-Asian sushi & cocktails · Sandton landmark
The Bull Run
Sandton's iconic steakhouse since the 1980s
The Baron Sandton
Belgian-style pub with craft beer
New & Notable
Recently opened, refreshed, or trending across Sandton Central
SAINT by Liam Tomlin
Acclaimed fine dining at The MARC
vida e caffè Sandton
Portuguese-style café culture
News Café Sandton
All-day eatery & sports bar
San Bar
Sandton Sun's signature cocktail lounge
Trumps Grillhouse & Butchery
Premium cuts at Nelson Mandela Square
Pigalle Sandton
Fine dining with live music
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