Irene Restaurants

Indulge in the taste of cultural cuisine, with a menu drawing inspiration from around the globe. Perched on a hilltop, with spectacular views over Centurion and Pretoria, Barn 52 is ideal for frolicking the day away over lingering lunches. The intimate upstairs lounge with a warming winter fire is ideal for intimate dinners, filled with heart food and welcoming ambiance. Whether lunch is the order of the day, quick coffee beacons, or a festive celebration calls for celebration, Barn 52 is the place to be.

Defined by fusion – an elegant blend of subtle flavours infused by flavours from around the world. Experience a theatrical food performance at Centurion Lake Hotel’s newest dining concept. The menu oozes deliciousness portrayed through dishes such as chicken rotisserie, stir-fry and fresh line fish and the chef’s famous ice cream and homemade chocolate sauce. The deli proffers fresh breads, croissants, baguettes, pastries, a selection of juices and coffees and an array of cold meats and cheeses complete with newspapers and fresh flowers. Enjoy a full breakfast, buffet choices or a la carte delights at Bruno’s Restaurant.

Located in Centurion, this warm and warming eatery serves legendary spare ribs and their famous New York sirloin. Using only the finest South African grain fed beef matured for 21, and vegetables fresh from the market complimented by vintage and fine wines for the most discerning palates. Dine in the cosy and friendly pub, complete the flowing jukebox tunes or alfresco on the deck then shop till you drop at the exclusive kitchen boutique. The Godfather is a proudly South African dining experience.

Perched on the waters edge, Emanzini Restaurant serves African cuisine from the a la Carte menu overlooking the pool deck and Centurion Lake. Start the day with a lazy breakfast or tuck into a hearty lunch, enjoy a drink at the trendy bar before settling down for a tantalising dinner. Emanzini Restaurant embraces Africa and all her colours, brimming with flavour in modern and stylish surrounds.

The stylish and elegant Chapters restaurant is tucked away in the lush indigenous gardens of the award winning 4 and 5 star Leriba Lodge Hotel and Conference Centre in Centurion. Chapters restaurant offers unparalleled garden vistas, whether you opt for the airy indoors or the sun-drenched terrace. The minimalistic open design reminds of a traditional French café with tones of the bygone area. Different chapters unfold on the walls with carefully selected portraits of those that shape and influence our fibre of society over the years. The service is attentive elegant and unassuming. The ever evolving menu offers exciting simple and honest food influenced by fresh local seasonal produce. The extensive wine list is carefully selected to represent the best wines from all the different regions of South Africa. Chef Jan De Wet Botha is always at his best providing amazing dishes that will appease all your ambitious desires. Every dish is prepared with the full craftsmanship you would expect from such an award winning chef. Chapters Restaurant will keep you turning the page, knowing that each new Chapter brings a culinary adventure fit only for those with an appetite for the extraordinary and a taste for good living.

Hemingway's restaurant and wine cellar is tastefully decorated with understated minimalistic elegance. The ambience reminds of a classic French cafe with splashes of contemporary Provencal style. The carefully selected wine collection offers a wide range of tastes and flavours to compliment the sumptuous culinary journey with excellent paring suggestions. Wines are selected to represent most of the wine regions in South Africa. The award winning chef, Jan De Wet Botha, member of the National Chef Team, offers an exciting and honest menu with flavours. A feast that will awaken your senses.

A gastronomical delight, Prue Leith’s Restaurant is a real food restaurant voted as one of top ten restaurants in Gauteng and top twenty in South Africa. The food embraces enticing flavours in a setting staged for indulgence, winter warms the limbs with a roaring fire and cosy chairs, and summer cools the palate with a refreshing ambiance. Prue Leith’s Restaurant in Centurion is a must try for foodies and discerning palates who relish good taste and fine décor.

With meticulous attention to detail and finest quality ingredients, diners compliment a grand dining experience with home grown wine, perfectly suited to flatter every dish. Enjoy bistro style cuisine with a contemporary fusion over breakfast, lunch or dinner or immerse the palate in signature dishes such as Pinotage pasta bowl made up with penne, farfelle, and fettuccini with a choice of the following sauce toppings: Walnut, Carbonara, Orecchiette. Feast to the hearts content in splendid surrounds and quality wine at The Pinotage Restaurant and Wine Cellar in Centurion.

The memorable and sophisticated ambiance pampers the mood with relaxation, setting the stage for warm and social gathering of family and friends. The friendly menu offers old classic recipes and carefully selected fine wines made using fresh seasonal ingredients and meat aged for 21 days. Succulent steaks are flame grilled using secret basting sauces, with all dishes prepared from scratch. More Restaurant is an unpretentious, fresh and warm eatery, perfect for family and friends.

This family-run restaurant is situated on the Kimiad Golf course, overlooking the first hole, driving range and dam. A relaxing spot for lunch or dinner, Rustica Restaurant entices diners with a la Carte menu proffering delicious and mouth-watering meals from the Mediterranean, Portugal and tasty tapas. Relax with a beer, or dine alfresco on the terrace soaking up the relaxed ambiance at Rustica Restaurant.

Nestled on the Kimiad Golf Course, Taste Restaurant and Bar is an intimate and popular choice for local residents and golfers. The interior welcomes a relaxed and stylish ambiance, with walls adorned with original art and a crackling winter fireplace. Summer invites picnics on the lawns shaded by enormous trees and cooler nights beacon the stylish interior or outside terrace overlooking the golf course.

Located in Clubview, Centurion, Eldo Falls boasts beautiful landscaped gardens enjoyed with a aromatic coffee and mouthwatering cakes. The a la carte menu is prepared fresh everyday, providing taste sensations that explore the globe. An extensive kiddies play around allow parents some much needed time off to appreciate the flavours.

Located in Waterkloof Heights Prosepa is a sophisticated cool eatery dressed in fresh and inviting décor that make dining at Prosepa one of stylish elegance. The menu focuses on specialist and traditional dishes such as Kleftiko -deboned leg of lamb wrapped in vine leaves and foil stuffed with feta, fresh tomato, herbs and spices and slow roasted in the oven. Enjoy a glass of wine from the Platinum wine list on the cool veranda or curled up next to the crackling winter fire.

Located in Waterkloof Heights Shopping Centre, Gameal’s Cedar Café is all about beautiful food and a cosy welcoming setting. The quaint café exudes an air of nostalgia, dressed in childhood memories. The menu will leave you coming back for more, offering traditional dishes such as a Lebanese breakfast served with fried eggs on warm pita bread, sprinkled with herbs and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Succulent olives wet the appetite for indulgence. Tasty mouthfuls of tapas filled with Middle Eastern delights such as Tabbouleh, Baba Ganouj and lentils with rice, served with tomato salad and mint and garlic dressing. Discover true Lebanese dishes in a cosy and warm setting at Gameal’s Cedar Café.

Perched on top of Waterkloof Ridge, flanked by panoramic views over the diplomatic belt, Ritrovo Restaurant boasts an elegant main dining room and two private dining rooms with a deluxe function room. Dressed in textured wallpaper, stone clad columns and luxuriously leather-dining chairs, the ambiance invites an intimate and stylish dining experience in comfort and style. Leaning towards classic Italian fare with a contemporary slant, dishes remain uncomplicated and stylish, delivered in modern presentation. Using only the freshest seasonal produce the menu inspires seasonal dining and delicious seafood specialties enjoyed alongside an awards and honors for dining at Ritrovo Restaurant.

The interior welcomes with old-fashioned furniture and walls adorned with pictures and mirrors. The covered terrace is ideal for relaxing alfresco taking in the views of the delightful walled garden abundant with lush vegetation. For starters try the Rosette - spinach and mozzarella filled pasta in a creamy sauce) or the Carpaccio in an array of choices such as beef, duck, salmon, baby marrow and smoked beef. Delicious pizzas and gourmet pizzas are on offer including pasta such as spaghetti, tagliatelle, linguine and penne and the traditional gnocci. Specialty dishes tempt with the Trota Della Casa - deboned trout baked in the pizza oven, or the Anetra di Paolo - duck breast flambéed in port and cognac. Villa Paolo is a romantic and intimate dining experience, with an excellent menu brimming with traditional favourites.

Ed’s Diner in Woodhill brings the 50’s ambiance in vibrant colours, cosy booths and blaring jukeboxes reminiscent of the era of burgers. Fresh homemade dishes embrace this classic era, with handmade chips, patties, sauces and toppings enjoyed in an electric vibe. Choose from 29 variations, and a 250 or 500g patties, grilled to perfection, topped with tasty sauces and classic toppings – noted as the best burgers in the country. Disover real burgers and classic American ambiance at Ed’s Diner in Woodhill.

The fresh contemporary approach makes a refreshing alternative to the usual décor, with soft autumn palates and abstract artwork and murals creating a soothing ambiance. The menu is brimming with choice, from meat, fish to vegetarian dishes, served with delicious naan bread to mop up the juices. Try the Chicken Tikka Masala, Lamb Korma or the Seafood Biryani. Vegetarian dishes are ample and can be served as starters. Try the Paneer Masala, or the Bombay Potatoes to wet the appetite. Tarana Indian is a delightful and delicious Indian eatery.

Located in the Eastern Suburbs of Pretoria, Jasmine Palace exudes a traditional Eastern ambiance dressed in bold red palates and bamboo themed décor. The comprehensive menu offers a wide variety of choices such as Sichuan Hot and Sour or the Prawn Won Ton popular spring rolls. Main course include the Ox Ribs with black pepper sauce, steamed Pork Belly with preserved vegetables, and succulent seafood dishes such as the spicy Prawns. For more Chinese specialties try the traditional Hot Pot available in either meat, fish, or chicken combinations together served with bean curd. Vegetarians can indulge in delicious stir-fried vegetable options and a large range of beer and wines to compliment each meal.

Nestled in the Waterkloof Gold Estate, De Kloof Restaurant offers something for everyone. With produce sourced from the best suppliers, and weekly menu changes to reflect what is available and in season, diners are ensured of a fresh, tasty and memorable dining experience. The stoep invites languid sundowners with views of Gauteng, while the dining room pampers the mood with romance in a mix of old and new discoveries. De Kloof Restaurant is in partnership with the SASSI initiative and makes an ideal location for brunch, lunch or dinner.