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Practical information : Eating out South Africa

Timetable

In South Africa, you'll have no problem enjoying both early and late breakfasts. Many of the trendy cafes offer eggs and cappuccinos at almost any time. While cafés and snack bars will serve you at all hours, this is not the case with more conventional restaurants where the breaks between lunch and dinner are respected. In general, people have an early lunch and an early dinner, although in the big cities this is becoming less common.

Budget & Tips

There is something for everyone, but eating out in South Africa is quite affordable, especially by European standards. You can eat on the run for nothing at all, or indulge in a six-course gourmet meal, accompanied by local wines, with a great view and attentive service for a very reasonable price.

What costs extra

The service is not included in the bill. You should therefore give at least 10% of the amount in tip, "tip", if you have not received your chicken and French fries on your pants. This amount should be written on the bill, especially if you pay by card.

The local way

Although vegetarian and vegan menus are on the rise in restaurants, butcher shops are still the king of the country and South Africans are still big meat eaters. The braai, or local barbecue, is a must, as is the biltong . These strips of dried meat, beef, ostrich, kudu, more or less spicy, are nibbled at any time and especially as an aperitif. You can't miss it. In the same way, if you are passing through Durban, you must try the mutton chow. This super-copious and spicy sandwich is served in Indian restaurants. At one time, when coloured people were not allowed to eat meat, the cooks prepared these sandwiches in which they hid mutton.

To be avoided

It all depends on the location and region, but if you are sensitive, it is always best to avoid tap water and opt for well-sealed water bottles.

Kids

In South Africa, children are kings. You will see that in any restaurant, there are adapted menus, but also playgrounds, coloring... and the waiters are real baby-sitters!

The best restaurants South Africa

FOUR OAKS

NOISY OYSTER

SERENDIPITY

SAFFRON RESTAURANT (CHEZ VINCENT)

BERTHA’S

AUBERGINE

PANAMA JACK’S

THE POT LUCK CLUB

9TH AVENUE BISTRO

REEF & DUNE

REUBEN’S

HARBOUR HOUSE

TOKARA

BOMBAY BRASSERIE

GINGER

CAFE GANNET

CAFÉ PARADISO

READERS RESTAURANT

THE DINING ROOM

THE POWER AND THE GLORY

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