Best Elegant & Chic Restaurants in Africa

Le Salama

$$ 40 Rue Des Banques, 40000, Marrakech

Moroccan Middle Eastern Premium Casual Elegant & Chic

Located in the heart of Djema el Fna square, the Salama is a very cosy place to have a drink after a shopping trip to the souks! An elegant and hospitable place that harmonizes colonial style with Moroccan handicrafts. All are perfectly chosen, from the tones to the soft lighting, well suited for a coffee, lunch or even a romantic dinner! At sunset, it is ideal for an aperitif with a fantastic panorama: The Atlas Mountains. That's not all! Come with us to discover what other secrets this fascinating place hides! This restaurant/bar is a true find. Located just meters off Djema el Fna square, it has an unfamiliar ambience and elegance. Le Salama is spread over three levels allowing it to cater for over 200 guests and is crowned with a panoramic terrace overlooking the Atlas mountains and a 360-degree view of the medina.

El Fenn Hotel, Restaurant And Rooftop Bar

$$$ Derb Moulay Abdullah Ben Hezzian, 2, 40000, Marrakech

International Moroccan Elegant & Chic

El Fenn is a relaxed kind of place, and so is our food. The emphasis is on local, seasonal plant-based food – with meat and fish available too. Each dish is made with freshly harvested fruits and vegetables from local farms and markets, with bright herbs, exotic spices and fragrant aromatics. It’s fresh, flavourful & packed full of goodness. We’re open for meals, snacks & drinks every day. Non-residents are welcome to visit our rooftop restaurant, where lunch and dinner are served daily, and our bar serves cocktails, juices, light meals and tapas throughout the day and evening. Whether you want to lounge on a day bed in the sunshine or watch the sunset over the Atlas Mountains, we’re open daily for fresh juices, cocktails and food – plus just enough buzz to make the nights come alive.

Kook Restaurant

$$$ Belas Business Park, , Luanda

Japanese Asian Fine dining Elegant & Chic

Situated in the dynamic city of Luanda, Kook Restaurant is a lively dining destination where modern culinary arts and Angolan traditions meld beautifully. The restaurant's innovative approach to food and service delivers a unique and vibrant dining experience that caters to locals and international travellers alike. At Kook, food is considered an art form, and every dish is designed to deliver a sensory delight. The menu represents an exciting fusion of local and international flavours, emphasising fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The creative culinary team at Kook is known for their inventive takes on traditional Angolan dishes like the "fungi," which they beautifully pair with contemporary global cuisines. Kook Restaurant's atmosphere mirrors its culinary philosophy - a tasteful blend of tradition and modernity. The interior is elegantly designed, with an understated contemporary aesthetic harmoniously integrating traditional Angolan art and cultural elements. The result is a soothing and warm atmosphere that welcomes and fascinates.

Restaurante Vitrúvio

$$$ Rua Da Missão Piso 1, , Luanda

Italian European Fine dining Elegant & Chic

Taste the classics of Italian cuisine prepared by the Chef accompanied by the best carefully selected international wines. Modernity joins tradition and shows cooking serves culinary wisdom at the table. Fresh pizzas and pasta are prepared before a curious and attentive gaze scrutinising the artisan oven nonchalantly. Vetruvio Restaurant, located within the beautiful Epic Sana Luanda Hotel, offers what the boot of Europe offers best—high-level cuisine, a tradition at hand, creates a perfect combination of location and flavours.

The Garden By Moments

$$$ Av. Cmte. Gika, , Luanda

International European Mediterranean Fine dining Elegant & Chic

The Garden by Moments, nestled in the vibrant heart of Luanda, is a haven of exquisite dining and natural beauty. The restaurant provides a respite from the city's hustle and bustle with its unique combination of innovative cuisine and lush, garden-themed surroundings. As a choice destination for food lovers and nature enthusiasts alike, The Garden by Moments is truly an oasis of culinary delight in Angola's capital. The food at The Garden by Moments showcases the skilful blend of classic Angolan flavours with international culinary styles. The menu is a testament to the chefs' passion for experimentation, creating unique dishes that challenge the palate and excite the senses. With a solid commitment to sustainability and freshness, the restaurant sources ingredients from local farms and suppliers, ensuring that every meal is of the highest quality. Notable dishes include the "Angolan Duck Risotto," a rich and creamy risotto infused with local spices and tender duck pieces, and the "Garden Seafood Paella," a vibrant medley of locally sourced seafood cooked in saffron-infused rice.

Vellvett Lounge & Grills

$$ 19B Idejo St, Victoria Island, 101241, Lagos

International Lebanese Premium Casual Elegant & Chic

Velvet Grill & Lounge is part of the Blowfish Group based in Lagos. The restaurant serves a mix of International, Grill and Oriental cuisines with a distinguished variety of meals in a standard lounge setting. Velvet Lounge is colourfully splashed with red and royal blue to guarantee class, comfort, and style. The house menu offers delicious options, and our international fusion cuisine is highly sought after in Victoria Island. Eat-In, take-out and delivery are all available options to best meet your needs.

Spice Route

$$ 36 Adeola Odeku St Victoria Island, 106104, Lagos

Indian Asian Fine dining Elegant & Chic

Indulge and let your senses explore the elevated sensation of food and the fire within. Spice Route offers you the rich, exotic and profound experience of Indian and Chinese elements on a platter. Flavours from the land of the Gods and the cradle of the Himalayas await you. There is a higher power in play behind the making of each dish, and we bring you the Spice Route journey of a thousand miles of blessed bliss to take you to a state of gastric nirvana. The love and loyalty of its customers prompted the owners, Shammi & Mithu, to dream of a more excellent playing ground for them! And so we take you to a little bit of India when you enter the grand and upscale Spice Route. Glimpses of its art and culture have been captured in the restaurant space, and the food made here is truly flavorful. Close your eyes, and your tastebuds will lead you to believe you're actually in India. The Spice Route Co. is a labour of love, and we thank you all for being a significant part of it.

The Sanctuary Restaurant

$$$$ 45 Kloof Street Situated Inside Kloof Street Hotel, Gardens, 8001, Cape Town

African Elegant & Chic

Situated in the heart of Kloof Street, Cape Town's most loved destination for wining and dining and boasting magnificent vistas of Cape Town's iconic mountains. The rooftop pool deck provides an inviting space to enjoy a pre-dinner aperitif, a local craft beer, an outstanding South African wine or a refreshing cocktail before dinner. Trendy alfresco or indoor dining: natural in décor, vibrant in personality. Whether it be lounging indoors with a coffee, tucking into a dry-aged steak, pasta or burger, indulging in a delectable dessert or enjoying a refreshing cocktail on the rooftop pool deck; we welcome you to discover one of Cape Town’s culinary favourites.

The Granary Cafe

$$$$ Victoria & Alfred Waterfron, 8001, Cape Town

International Elegant & Chic

Royal Tea is served in The Granary Café on the sixth floor of The Silo Hotel. Enjoy a selection of petit gateaux and exquisite teatime sweet and savoury treats showcasing our pastry chef’s skills. Dining in The Granary Café with spectacular sunset views across the harbour through sparkling, geometric windows offers a uniquely immersive and romantic experience. Share memorable moments over a selection of contemporary and classic dishes, accompanied by something special from our extensive wine and cocktail lists.

Tobago's Restaurant, Bar And Terrace

$$$$ Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront Beach Rd, Granger Bay Blvd, 8005, Cape Town

International Elegant & Chic

With the blue Atlantic at your table’s edge, Tobago’s Restaurant, Bar & Terrace is the best location in Cape Town to enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner. We offer a stylish, relaxed atmosphere with contemporary décor and spectacular ocean views. Enjoy a wide variety of fresh seafood, hearty meats, and local flavours. We also serve all-time favourites, such as pizza, burgers, and vegetarian and vegan options. After your meal, don't leave without trying one of our mouthwatering desserts.

Zeitz MOCAA Food

$$$$ S Arm Road, Silo District, V&A Waterfront, Waterfront, 8001, Cape Town

International Elegant & Chic

Enjoy a selection of hot and cold beverages and our signature Gantry cruffin. We are located on the ground floor of the museum. Our beautiful lounge and events space on level 6 boasts cocktails, fine wine and delectable food. You will be treated to the best view of Table Mountain in the city and a mesmerising 270-degree view of Cape Town.

Pigalle Restaurant Bedfordview

$$$$ 36, Village View Shopping Centre, Kloof Rd &, Van Buuren Rd, 2007, Johannesburg

International Elegant & Chic

Established in 2004 by restaurant extraordinaire Naldo Goncalves, famous for its seafood, Pigalle Restaurant is situated in Sandton, in the Michelangelo Towers, a prominent structure in the Sandton skyline and one of South Africa's elite hotels. The restaurant is upmarket and exclusive, and the menu hits all the right notes comprising fresh seafood and classic dishes with Portuguese flair. The perfect choice for an intimate dinner, catch up with friends or a special occasion. Start with prawns dusted with tandoori spice, shallow-fried and served on warm julienne vegetables, with a pepino and coriander salsa, or try the salmon duo – cured Norwegian salmon on fresh avocado and sesame-encrusted seared salmon drizzled with teriyaki sauce. Pigalle Sandton is fully licensed, and you can indulge in classic cocktails or French Champagne. We also stock some of the finest local and international wines, some of which are available by the glass. We also stock some great after-dinner options, cognac, grappa and fine whiskey.

Flames

$$$ 67 Jan Smuts Ave, Westcliff, 2132, Johannesburg

European Premium Casual Elegant & Chic

Sip sundowners on the terrace while our chefs prepare elevated reinterpretations of regional favourites – think dry-spice–rubbed sea bass or the best-grilled burger you’ve ever tasted – that use fresh, of-the-moment ingredients. Elevate your most crucial celebration or special event on one of the various private spaces at Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg—Hallmark your event, gala or celebration with a custom menu. Our chefs are known for creative and satisfying avant-garde cuisine with sweeping views of the gardens or the city’s lush green canopy below.

San Deck, Bar & Restaurant

$$$ Sandton Sun Hotel Corner Fifth Street And, Alice Ln, Sandhurst, 2196, Johannesburg

International European Premium Casual Elegant & Chic

San Deck needs no introduction; a rooftop all-day bar destination unique in the city and synonymous with firepits, statement cocktails and a sophisticated clientele that is a cut above. San’s menu reflects quintessentially South African flavours in dishes crafted with creative flair to showcase the authenticity of locally sourced seasonal ingredients. Time-honoured South African flavours are brought to life with a fresh take on sliders, snacks and meals designed for all-day Sandton dining, snacking, and sharing. Just as in its food, San Deck’s bar menu showcases the best South Africa has to offer, with a vast selection of premium quality local beers, ciders, gin, rum, brandy, whiskey, vodka, agave, witblits and mampoer. Or savour a bespoke San cocktail as the South African sunsets. A place for friends to gather in unique outdoor spaces to share social dining experiences and sophisticated artisanal beverages, San offers a Sandton retreat for relaxation or energising, easing in or winding down.

Alto234

$$$ 75 Maude St, Sandown, 2031, Johannesburg

European Fine dining Elegant & Chic

Big Welcome to Alto234, the highest urban bar in Africa. Found on the rooftop of The Leonardo in Sandton, the space boasts 360-degree views over one of the most-wooded cities in the world. Serving only the world’s finest in drinks and bar tapas, this is truly one of the most aspirational and exclusive places for epicureans in South Africa. Sip on one of our signature cocktails as you soak in panoramic sunset views stretching as far west as the Magaliesberg. Toast to the occasion with a glass of bubbles and nibble on a bespoke range of luxury tapas snacks off our bar menu. The Alto234 experience is reasonably described in three words: High. On. Life.

The Roof

$$ Infinity Business Park, 4 Peter Weinning Road, Fourways, 2191, Johannesburg

International European Middle Eastern Premium Casual Elegant & Chic

The Roof Bryanston is the perfect weekend venue for a delicious meal and drinks with friends. The Roof Fourways is open for breakfast and lunch Monday-Friday and closed to the public on weekends, but it is available to book for a private function on the weekend! Our newest venue is located in the heart of Bryanston. We boast one of the best views of Sandton City and the surrounding city landscape and skyline. The Roof Bryanston is the perfect location for warm summer sunsets & delicious cocktails. The Roof Bryanston is open to the public from Thursday to Sunday. The Roof Bryanston is the ideal spot for sundowners! With a large variety of delicious tapas, from falafels to sliders, we have something for everyone to enjoy.

AURUM Restaurant

$$$ Level 7, The Leonardo, 75 Maude St, Sandown, 2196, Johannesburg

European Elegant & Chic

AURUM is a modern, independent high-end restaurant in Africa’s most prestigious building - The Leonardo. We purport to serve our interpretation of contemporary cuisine, matched by a local-focused and personally curated wine list. With the belief that every ingredient has a place and purpose and that remarkable cuisine comes from the purest ingredients, our team goes beyond creating ordinary dishes and telling a story from seed to plate and trusting nature to produce elements in the commitment to showcasing brilliant cuisine. Through this passion for sourcing the best products in curating the purest flavours, we acquire our daily basket of exotic herbs, aromatics, vegetables and unique hybrids from local farmers. Respecting each special ingredient, AURUM curates seasonal plates in an ode to sustainability.

Forti Grill And Bar

$$$ Time Square, 209 Aramist Ave, 0010, Pretoria

Italian International Mediterranean Fine dining Elegant & Chic

Nestled at the top of the Times Square Casino in Menlyn, Pretoria, Forti Grill and Bar is ideally situated to give you a view of Eastern Pretoria like no other. Forti's menu has been painstakingly crafted with his years of experience and his insatiable love of food - drawing inspiration from his Italian heritage and combining it with what can only be described as 'uniquely Forti' - a combination that's become famous in foodie circles in South Africa. Forti Grill and Bar has an extensive wine, spirit and gin selection, able to please even the most discerning connoisseur's desires, from the top South African wineries to exclusive international vineyards. For the guests that enjoy a quality cigar, there's a fully stocked humidor with cigars from some of the top brands worldwide. With its contemporary decor and striking artwork, the atmosphere matches the food, classically inspired yet undoubtedly modern. The options are endless, with two private dining areas: a celebration, a business meeting or a simple, intimate gathering. Italian, romantic, fine dining, one of the best in Pretoria and Gauteng - all of these describe Forti Grill and Bar, but to us, the most important one is family.

PRIVA

$$$ 103 Club Ave, Waterkloof Heights, 0065, Pretoria

International European Premium Casual Elegant & Chic

Priva is a stylish, high-end adult restaurant that is contemporary and luxurious, with fine wine and superior spirits, indoor and outdoor dining, and live music. Our food is a gastronomic delight from the first bite. We have a standard a la carte and several set menus; click below to view them. Priva stands for everything: style, elegance, casual sophistication, comfortable lounge atmosphere, excellent service, and superb dining. Arnoux, Marko and Angie are working in a beautiful partnership and creating a spectacular overall dining experience at Priva.

De Kloof Restaurant

$$$ Waterkloof Golf Estate Johan Rissik Drive, Eclipse Rd, Groenkloof 358-Jr, 0027, Pretoria

European Fine dining Elegant & Chic

We represent a movement against the usual culinary mediocrity and compromise. Our mission is to create memorable dining experiences that make you wonder why you missed out on good food for so long. De Kloof is uncompromisingly and unapologetically committed to quality food and innovative dishes. Dishes and prepared according to classic European techniques with local influences. All our chefs are qualified.

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