5 of the Most Beautifully Designed Black-Owned Restaurants in South Africa

• By Chido Dandajena
• food & beverage
• south africa

South Africa boasts some of the most exquisite, high-end, black-owned restaurants. Here is a list of five beautifully designed, black-owned restaurants perfect for any special occasion or celebration.

1. Imbizo Shisanyama

Founded in 1997, Imbizo Shisanyama is one of South Africa’s most acclaimed African cuisine restaurants celebrating authentic African culture and heritage.  At our Imbizo Shisanyama venues, you will have the opportunity to enjoy Africa’s Ultimate Braai Experience at a restaurant that has earned an enviable reputation over the past 23 years for its delicious authentic African cuisine, and quality service, and a culture that emanates the true African identity. – Imbizo Shisanyama

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2. Signature Restaurant

Signature Restaurant is the most exciting and fashionable restaurant in Gauteng. Situated in Morningside, Sandton, the restaurant offers a unique mix of exclusivity, flexibility, comfort, sophistication and design. Signature restaurants, deliver an unparalleled mix of attention to detail, flawless service, sumptuous cuisine, and some of the best blues/jazz sounds on a nightly basis. – Signature Restaurant

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3. Zio la Famiglia

Zio is a little gem of an Italian restaurant, situated in the heart of upmarket Hyde Park, on a piazza that is open to Johannesburg’s starry skies.
Whether dining al fresco or indoors in this bijou setting, patrons get to experience the warm and cozy feel of this welcoming space.

The food is hearty Italian, with a twist to appease the specific needs of South African. – Zio La Famiglia

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4. Gemelli Cucina Bar

Behind the contemporary Italian food and dynamic restaurant experience, there’s an inspiring story to tell – one of sensory enlightenment and a passion for seeing people come together over good food.

Gemelli Cucina Bar was founded on the concept of great, wholesome Italian food for the entire family. Founder, Alessandro Mosupi Khojane grew up in Roma, Italy, around a large family who enjoyed entertaining friends, which sparked his own love for people and food. With over 10 years in the industry, Alessandro has developed a passion for seeing truly happy customers enjoying their food experience. – Gemelli Cucina Bar

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5. Solo Restaurant

Solo is the brainchild of two friends Tumelo Maepa & Hlompho Chauke, who saw the chance to create not just a restaurant but a truly unique dining concept. An experience set in a contemporary and upmarket setting, with a modern, fresh menu of South African-inspired dishes.

These elements, all in the heart of South Africa’s business hub all topped off with a celebration of contemporary urban African culture. – Solo Restaurant

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