Eatery JHB

Food:

This compact and reasonably priced bistro features a small menu of only three starters, mains and desserts, which changes monthly. There’s always meat, fish and vegetarian options, and dishes are often French inspired. For starters you might have duck and pistachio terrine wrapped in Serrano ham; bouillabaisse with saffron aioli and a Crottin-style cheese (with cow’s milk); or beetroot and wild rocket salad. Mains are excellent. Try the venison pie with roast root vegetables, pan-fried dorado with fennel puree, or the spinach pappardelle with broccoli and cauliflower. There’s a separate lighter lunch menu.

Wine:

Licensed.

Service:

Friendly and efficient.

Ambience:

This used to be a car workshop, so the funky walls are raw brick. The kitchen dominates the end of the restaurant so you can see the chefs at work.

And...:

A 12 percent tip is automatically added onto your bill. (JW, October 2011)

Comments

Linda
16-Nov-2011

You don't say that it's not open on a weekend. The hours seem to be office hours only.

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Anja C
28-Apr-2012

We were quite disappointed as we had read all the great reviews. The chicken livers were average, the beef was overcooked and bland. The mushroom risotto was great as is the setting but sadly the dessert was found lacking again. Maybe just a bad night?

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Darren Crosse
25-Mar-2012

This place is great. The food is beautifully done and the portions are just right.

The service could do with a bit more smiles though.

All in all, I think I have found my new favourite restaurant.

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Dylan Weakley
19-Mar-2012

Excellent locally sourced food. I would certainly recommend it.

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Sarah Graham
19-Mar-2012

Love their laid-back bistro vibe, it's cosy, chic and quaint and has the food to match. Though prices are average/high, we keep going back for more. Highlights from the March menu include parma ham with spanspek and parmesan shavings; lamb shoulder with pea, mint and feta risotto. Highly recommended!

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