Nothing fishy about these restaurants
Is there really anything better than a plateful of battered fish with hot fries drenched in vinegar and sprinkled with salt? Maybe the perfect salmon rose, or fresh-off-the-rocks mussels? Whatever your fishy favourite, you’ll find it at one of these foodie hotspots.
GAUTENG
Bellagio
The signature fish – lightly scented with fennel – will make you forget all about the office-park location of the restaurant. The dessert menu is always impressive too.
Unit 1 Oxford Manor, 196 Oxford Road, Illovo, Johannesburg
011 268 0869
El Pistolero
Prefer your seafood with a Mexican twist? Hola, El Pistolero! You won’t find any of the Mexican kitsch (no sombreros or paper moustaches), just fresh, flavoursome food – like ceviche and zamalek battered hake.
Corner Duvernoy and Chopin Streets, Constantia Park, Pretoria
079 197 9962
WESTERN CAPE
Seabreeze Fish & Shell
You know that an establishment run by owners who once won Scotland’s ‘Best Chippy Chips’ award (for their seafood restaurant called Hornblowers in Gourdon, Scotland) is going to be the real deal when it comes to fish ‘n chips.
213 Bree Street
073 058 0164
KZN
Catch
What’s not to love about an extensive ocean-themed menu? Between the sushi, dim sum, curry, classic seafood combos, shellfish and fish burgers, you’ll definitely find something that’ll hit the spot.
Shop 7 Lighthouse Mall, 14 Chartwell Drive, Umhlanga
031 561 2303
Jack Salmon Fish House
Serving fare that’s fresh from the sea to your plate, this Mediterranean-themed spot is known for its amazing Captain’s Platter of prawns, calamari and catch of the day. (Start with some grilled halloumi and if you have space, end with the brownie.)
Shop 15, Glenore Centre, 1 Aubrey Drive, Glenashley
031 572 3664
EASTERN CAPE
Die Walskipper
With sand beneath your feet and the roar of the ocean just a few meters away, a visit to Die Walskipper in Jeffreys Bay is a culinary feast and a holiday all at the same time.
Marine Martinique Seafront, Claptons Beach, Jeffreys Bay
042 292 0005
FREE STATE
Full House Chinese Restaurant and Sushi Bar
If you’re all about the sushi and find yourself in Bloem, you’re probably already familiar with this local favourite. Before you start your sushi feast, order the spring rolls… you won’t be sorry.
Preller Square, Dan Pienaar, Bloemfontein
051 436 0772