Highlighting the best restaurant specials in Johannesburg in 2025.
Johannesburg, the vibrant heart of South Africa, is known for its diverse culinary scene. As we step into 2025, food enthusiasts have a lot to look forward to. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, our guide to the best restaurant specials in Johannesburg will help you savor the city’s finest flavors without breaking the bank.
From your favourite sushi to burgers and pizza specials – they are all here. In addition, we’ve also got great date night ideas in Johannesburg and Pretoria as well as a few happy hour promotions so that you can enjoy a relaxing drink after work.
If you own a restaurant and would like your restaurant specials to be featured on here as well, please contact us (marvin(at)food-blog.co.za) so that we can highlight your venue too.
If there’s one thing The Bull Run knows how to do, it’s meat—and their Pulled Lamb Shank & Flatbread special proves it in the most mouthwatering way possible. Available for R135 throughout April and May 2025, this dish takes the slow-cooked, fall-apart goodness of lamb shank and loads it onto a warm, fluffy flatbread. It’s […] More
If cooler weather and warm, comforting treats are your vibe, the Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton has just dropped a trio of delights that are impossible to resist. From gooey cookies to caramel-laced hot chocolate, this limited-time menu brings all the feel-good flavours for the season. Here’s what’s waiting for you from April […] More
If you’ve been waiting for an excuse to eat your body weight in prawns while your feet dig into beach sand far from the coast, De Vette Mossel Harties has just reeled in the perfect catch. Launching Saturday, 5 April 2025, and running every first Saturday of the month, they’re introducing Hook, Line & Prawn […] More
Restaurant Week is back! It’s the time of the year, where upmarket restaurants across the country will offer their menu at reduced prices either for lunch or dinner. Seats have to be pre-booked in advance through the Restaurant Week online portal. Verdicchio Excellent Mediterranean food and ambiance are just two of the primary reasons why any guest should try […] More
Date night just got a serious upgrade, and it’s happening every Thursday at Mozambik! If you’re looking to impress your special someone (or just score major brownie points), then this is the perfect way to do it—with delicious food, great drinks, and an ambiance that sets the mood just right. Here’s the restaurant special: Choose […] More
Attention all fun-loving, life-celebrating, adventure-seeking Golden Agers—The Station Parkhurst is rolling out the red carpet just for you! If you’re 60 or older and appreciate good food, great company, and even better savings, mark your calendar because Thursdays from 1 PM to 4 PM are now officially your time to shine. What’s the deal? A […] More
Mondays just got a whole lot better at Tiger’s Milk! Kick off the week with the Legend Burger Special—a cheese burger with chips and onion rings for just R99, available all day every Monday. What can you look forward to? Sink your teeth into a juicy, flame-grilled patty, stacked with melted cheese, fresh lettuce, tomato, […] More
Restaurant Week is back! It’s the time of the year, where upmarket restaurants across the country will offer their menu at reduced prices either for lunch or dinner. Seats have to be pre-booked in advance through the Restaurant Week online portal. Obscura Welcome to Obscura, where the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Nestled in the vibrant heart of Rosebank, South Africa, […] More
Restaurant Week is back! It’s the time of the year, where upmarket restaurants across the country will offer their menu at reduced prices either for lunch or dinner. Seats have to be pre-booked in advance through the Restaurant Week online portal. Kol Izakhaya The Japanese interpretation of the kanji symbol for ‘coal’ A coalescence of words, an amalgam of […] More
Restaurant Week is back! It’s the time of the year, where upmarket restaurants across the country will offer their menu at reduced prices either for lunch or dinner. Seats have to be pre-booked in advance through the Restaurant Week online portal. Reign Located at the palatial Emperors Palace, Reign is a full service destination eatery that offers a contemporary […] More
Restaurant Week is back! It’s the time of the year, where upmarket restaurants across the country will offer their menu at reduced prices either for lunch or dinner. Seats have to be pre-booked in advance through the Restaurant Week online portal. Fishmonger Welcome to Fishmonger at Blueberry Square Roodepoort – where innovative seafood cuisine meets a warm, inviting atmosphere. […] More
Tuesdays just got a whole lot tastier at The Station Parkhurst. With their unbeatable Tapas Tuesday special, diners can mix and match any five tapas and pay for only three. Making it the perfect excuse to gather friends or family for a shared feast of bold flavors and bite-sized delights. From crispy chicken and beef […] More