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Dine at the 10 best restaurants in Benoni
Benoni is a beautiful town to visit when in Gauteng, South Africa. Aside from its suburban living and laid-back lifestyle, this quaint African town has facilities that will make you wish you were living here—schools, hospitals, green spaces, and malls!
However, did you know that this place is also home to fantastic restaurants offering different and amazing dining experiences for you and your family to enjoy? Here are the best restaurants in Benoni where you and your loved ones can dine!
1. Piatto Farrarmere
Address: Shop no 80, The Square, Farrarmere, Benoni, 1501, South Africa
Website: http://www.piatto.co.za/
Contact Number: +27114254849
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM to 9:30 PM
- Friday and Saturday, 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Sunday, 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM
Piatto Farrarmere, a Mediterranean restaurant located in the Square (shopping mall), is one of the most popular establishments for a delicious meal here in Benoni. You can enjoy different menu offerings with a great view of the surrounding shopping centre!
The interiors of the eatery are truly impressive with an industrial-style ceiling and plush dining area furniture to ensure your comfort.
You need to try out some of their best-sellers like spicy chicken pizza and sirloin bistek!
| Pro Tip: Check the food items listed on the menu, and if it has a green V to the right, then that means it’s plant-based. If you’re a vegan, then these labelled food items are perfect for your diet! |
2. Fahrenheit Seafood & Grill Benoni
Address: 57 Mercury St & Sapphire St, Farrarmere, Benoni, 1501, South Africa
Website: http://fahrenheitrestaurant.co.za/
Contact Number: +27114255227
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday, 12:00 NN to 10:00 PM
- Saturday, 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM
- Sunday, 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM
Fahrenheit Seafood & Grill Benoni is one of the most family-friendly spots in the area thanks to its casual restaurant setup and the kiddie playground right beside the establishment.
The interiors are fun and vibrant and make heavy use of traditional materials such as wood for the furniture and colourful decor on its walls, giving it a unique appeal that’s pleasing to both adults and kids.
We’re also impressed with its menu items like salads with seafood toppings (calamari, shrimp, and prawns) and steaks like sirloin, fillet, rump, and lamb chops. To get the best of both food types, go for their surf and turf combo!
| Pro Tip: If you’re travelling with kids, then you can ask the wait staff here about their kid’s menu. They have beef, chicken, seafood, and pasta offerings that the young ones will surely enjoy while having fun in the kiddie playground! |
3. On Sixth It’s All About Taste Restaurant
From lebogangboroko
Address: Cnr of 2nd Street and Sixth Avenue, Shop A1 Cocoa Bean Centre, Northmead 1501 Benoni, South Africa
Contact Number: +27 11 425 1668
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Thursday, 12:00 NN to 9:00 PM
- Friday and Saturday, 12:00 NN to 10:00 PM
- Sunday, 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Here, On Sixth It’s All About Taste Restaurant, it’s really all about the taste. While the interiors of the restaurant are enticing, laid-back, and casual (thanks to its use of simple decor and traditional furniture), it’s really the food here that shines!
These include crowd-favourites such as baked hake and squid with lemon, juicy burgers served with generous portions of onion rings and fries, and a meat board (rib-eye, sirloin, onion rings, and samosas).
Wash this all down with milkshakes, cocktails, or beers for that unforgettable Benoni dining experience!
| Pro Tip: Check out their Facebook to learn more about their exclusive deals. The restaurant sometimes runs promos like tequila Tuesdays and Wednesday sushi dates where you can avail of special rates! |
4. Mozambik Benoni
From mich_dob
Address: 1 Dove and Boundary Roads, Rynfield, Benoni, 1501 1501 Benoni Ext 20, South Africa
Website: http://www.mozambik.co.za/
Contact Number: +27698116924
Operating Hours:
- Monday, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Tuesday to Thursday, 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- Friday to Saturday, 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM
- Sunday, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
If you’re craving something local and fresh, check out what Mozambik Benoni has to offer! This restaurant has a unique jungle safari theme thanks to its cottage in the middle of a moat set-up surrounded by trees and a colourful outdoor dining area.
We also like the variety of food ranging from steaks (e.g. beef, ribs, and fillet) to espetada (like their chicken, beef, and squid cubes). You can also enjoy both seafood and meat if you order their combos like chicken and calamari.
| Pro Tip: If you want something plant-based, you can also order vegetarian meals here like veggie curry and melanzane de manica (grilled eggplant with spices). Try their peri-peri chickpeas for a meat-tasting vegan dish! |
5. Asiago
From beyerskloof
Address: 197 Elston Ave, Benoni, 1501, South Africa
Website: https://www.asiago.co.za/
Contact Number: +27662139175
Operating Hours:
- Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- Tuesday, 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- Friday and Saturday, 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Sunday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Asiago is a modern Italian restaurant that you shouldn’t miss when in Benoni! This eatery has a traditional facade and interiors with a red canopy leading to the doorway.
It also has minimalist and comfy furniture, solid red walls, and indoor plants around.
In terms of Italian cuisine, this restaurant is hard to beat with its delicious pizzas and genuine pasta dishes. We recommend their Siciliano pizza, arrabbiata pasta, and lamb ravioli to make you feel like you’re in Italy!
| Pro Tip: Check out their Facebook to learn more about their combo deals. They sometimes feature pizza and pasta specials where you can score 2 pizzas or pasta for only around ZAR 200! |
6. Lemongrass Restaurant
Address: 38 Russel St, Western Extension, Benoni, 1501, South Africa
Website: http://www.lemongrass.co.za/
Contact Number: +27114226741
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM
- Friday, 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Saturday, 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Sunday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Lemongrass Restaurant has good food and traditional vibes that we can’t help but fall in love with! The interiors are packed with antique-looking chairs and tables coupled with traditional materials and decor across its walls, giving it a classic and laid-back feel.
In terms of their menu, we doubt that you’ll run out of things to order, as they have varied and delectable dishes! These include mains (such as chicken curry, prawn pasta, and buttered hake and chips), soups, and pancakes.
| Pro Tip: Check out their Facebook for any discounts or specials. The restaurant sometimes has seniors’ day out specials and daily specials worth ZAR 99 each for a filling meal! |
7. Casa d’ tia Portuguese Restaurant
From jostuadventures
Address: 49 High Rd, Norton’s Home Estates, Benoni, 1509, South Africa
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CasadTia/
Contact Number: +27 10 510 9311
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Sunday, Open 24 hours
If you’re looking for the perfect Portuguese restaurant in Benoni, then search no more, as Casa d’ tia Portuguese Restaurant serves great cuisine with fantastic vibes!
It has casual and laid-back interiors, simple but comfortable dining furniture, and walls that are a combination of red bricks and dark wood. Plus it also helps that the venue has outdoor seating that has a great view of the area!
Don’t miss out on some of their best-selling food items like t-bone, espetada (skewered meatballs), and grilled prawns. You can also order something to warm your tummy up a bit like chicken soup or kale soup.
| Pro Tip: Check out their Facebook for any specials they might have during specific days. They currently offer a pensioner’s special every Tuesday where pensioners can get an extra 10% discount from their tab! |
8. The Victorian Secret
Address: Cnr Woburn and Russell Street, Benoni, South Africa
Contact Number: +27 78 317 6291
Operating Hours:
- Monday and Sunday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Tuesday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
The Victorian Secret, aka The Green Kettle, is a coffee shop cum bakery that you’ll fall for once you’ve seen it! The place has a traditional and romantic vibe thanks to its use of soft colours and white tables and chairs like the ones used at weddings!
You’ll also be doing yourself a favour if you visit this cafe with sweet cravings, as you can order top-notch sweet bread, cookies, and cakes that will fuel your sugar rush.
Enjoy these baked treats with hot coffees or teas to experience true bliss in Benoni!
| Pro Tip: Check their Instagram for any possible announcements with regard to their change in schedule. The cafe sometimes takes a short break at events or holidays like Family Day. |
9. Cielo Restaurant
From mooigirlboity
Address: 1 country lane Lakefield, Benoni, 1501, South Africa
Website: https://www.cielorestaurant.co.za/
Contact Number: +27118457070
Operating Hours:
- Friday to Sunday, 12:00 NN to 10:00 PM
- Closed from Monday to Thursday
Cielo Restaurant serves awesome Mediterranean food with a resort-like feel to its interiors. It uses solid white colours for its walls, impressively large lighting fixtures, and long tables paired with comfortable chairs giving the place a tropical beach appeal.
Plus, the entire restaurant has a great view of the surrounding area—from its greenery to the nearby beach—making this the perfect spot to enjoy a meal while admiring Mother Nature.
Take all of this in as you indulge in steaks, king prawns, and lamb cutlets.
| Pro Tip: Check out their Facebook to learn more about any upcoming activities that you may want to attend or participate in. They sometimes feature artists who can play live music (like jazz) for their guests to enjoy. |
10. Orexi Greek Street Food
Address: 3 O’Reilly Merry St, Rynfield, Benoni, 1514, South Africa
Website: https://orexigreekstreetfood.co.za/
Contact Number: +27814947968
Operating Hours:
- Tuesday to Thursday, 10:00 AM to 8:45 PM
- Friday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 9:30 PM
- Sunday, 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Closed on Monday
Orexi Greek Street Food is an interesting gastronomic experience that you need to try at least once when in Benoni. The interiors of this restaurant are phenomenal with an old-school bar counter and wooden tables and chairs giving it a mature vibe.
Their dishes are also unforgettable. There are delicious yiros (warm pita) filled with lamb, chicken, pork, and chorizo.
If you’re famished, you can order their platters (beef and chicken or vegetarian), which can both feed up to 4 people.
| Pro Tip: You can bring their brand of Greek street food to your neighbourhood or event by booking their Orexi Food Truck. Check out this page to know more or if you already want to book this amazing food truck filled with Greek food goodness! |
