Every year we poll our readers to find out who they think is the best halaal restaurants in South Africa. Broken down by region to Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban, YOU get to vote for your favourite places to eat. The votes are in and we are ready to announce the Readers Choice Favourite Halaal Restaurants in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban for 2024 as voted for by our followers.

Look out for the Critics Choice Top 5 as voted by a select group of well known halaal foodies in South Africa coming next week to your inbox and socials!

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Top 5 Cape Town 2024

5th

District Cafe
This family run popular eatery in Woodstock has garnered a loyal following and is known for great steaks. They do a mean steak burger and offer superb meat cuts. Ask for the masala basting…

4th

The Happy Uncles
A chic open-plan restaurant juxtaposed against the urban renewal district in industrial Salt River Cape Town. They offer true fine-dining and promise more than a meal. You can look forward to an experience that is nothing less than pure culinary theatre.

3rd

Café 51
A surprise entry, this café and events venue on Roodebloem Road in Woodstock is a beautiful property converted into a coffee shop with an adjacent spa.

2nd

Nouveau Coffee & Grill
Nouveau is an upscale halaal restuarant situated in the Century City precinct. They offer an elevated menu of comfort grills, great breakfast and relaxed sophistication.

No.1!

Saray
With a stunning location and great views at the Clocktower precinct at the V&A Waterfront, Turkish cuisine lovers will find an authentic experience at Saray. Known for a delectable menu and exceptional service. They have an outside area for shisha lovers and a stylish upmarket interior. Kids are also catered for with a children’s menu and a play area alongside the restaurant.

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Top 5 Johannesburg 2024

5th

Pigalle by Villamoura
This well known and elegant venue is under new ownership and now fully halaal certified. The decor exudes old world luxury with a modern twist. Pigalle offers an International, Mediterranean and Seafood menu along with some new spicy Dubai inspired dishes from their Chooza menu. The new offerings also include a brand-new sushi bar and stylish shisha & cigar lounge.

4th

Green Dot Café
With impeccable service and great quality of food which is presented beautifully, this contemporary coffee bar and eatery in Rosebank makes for great casual dining.

3rd

Burger Bros
Another newbie sneaking in at number 3. Burger Bros are making a big splash in Norwood amongst halaal burger lovers.

2nd

Upcycled Cafe
A destination spot where the creative owners have poured their energy into every piece of furniture and décor in the place. Every item of furniture has been repurposed from something that may have ended up in the scrap yard. Think of a loveseat for 2 made of an old 1950’s style car fender. Chairs fashioned from vintage wooden cooldrink crates. Oh and a damn good double shot cappuccino!

No.1!

MiHa
MiHa is the coming together of a casual café and classic dining experience. From a quick grab-and-go to a decadent celebratory feast, MiHa brings together the simple and the sumptuous. They serve international cuisine and have curated some of the best flavours around with their own South African touch.

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Top 5 Durban 2024

5th

Jack’s Grill & Co.
An elegant seafood and grill restaurant. Known for exceptional food and great service. Special mention for the sushi.

4th

Nonna’s, Gateway
An upmarket Italian restaurant offering authentic starters, grills, pasta and pizza in a rectangular shape which you can order in 6, 8 or 12 slices.

3rd

Smokin’ Joe’s
Known for their Knockout Burgers, Smokin Joe’s has been one of Durban’s favourite casual halaal eateries since 2016. They have twice won the Eatout Best Burger Award KZN.

2nd

Vapour Café
A well loved hookah lounge and restaurant with an American Diner aesthetic. They are known for their amazing prawns and chilled lounge vibes.

No.1!

Empire Steak
Florida road is known for great halaal food spots and the Empire Steak has been a long time favourite as evidenced by taking the top spot in Durban for the second year in a row. It’s a laid back family restaurant where you can just chill in a friendly environment. With a passion for great steak as the name implies, the Empire Steak can’t not do steak just right. They have an ever-changing menu and there’s something for all ages and all tastes.