When I want something more special than a quick lunch, these are the restaurants I’d recommend. Great food, great vibes, and memories you don’t forget.
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🇿🇦 South Africa
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🇿🇦 South Africa
South Africa has some incredible restaurants that turn a meal into an experience. From the open-fire cooking and city views at Marble, to the cultural flavors and live performances at Gold Restaurant, to world-class fine dining at The Test Kitchen – ...
African dishes + live performances = unforgettable.
GOLD Restaurant · Cape Town
Creative fine dining for serious foodies.
TTK Fledgelings · Cape Town
This is fine dining at its best – creative, beautifully plated food. It’s definitely a “special occasion” kind of spot.
La Colombe Restaurant · Cape Town
Elegant and cozy at the same time. Perfect for a romantic night out with thoughtful dishes.
DW Eleven - 13 · Randburg
If I’m in the mood for a wine-country escape, this is my go-to. Amazing food paired with gorgeous views.
Spek & Bone · Stellenbosch
Modern fine dining with a mix of Japanese and South African flavors. It feels sleek, stylish, and perfect for a night when I really want to dress up.
Fyn Restaurant · Cape Town
Trendy, vibrant, and perfect for a night out. Small plates packed with flavor and fun.
The Pot Luck Club · Cape Town
Beautiful setting, modern design, and a menu that’s as refined as the wines.
Cavalli Estate · Cape Town
Stunning views and incredible open-fire cooking.
Marble Restaurant · Johannesburg
🇺🇸 United States
The U.S. has no shortage of iconic restaurants, from legendary delis to fine dining. Whether it’s world-famous sushi at Nobu, comforting pasta and breadsticks at Olive Garden, towering sandwiches at Katz’s Deli, or fresh seafood at Joe’s Stone Crab i...
World-famous sushi and a luxury dining vibe.
La Grande Boucherie · New York, New York
Unlimited breadsticks and creamy pastas, always comforting
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant · Elmhurst, New York
Legendary pastrami sandwiches
Katz's Delicatessen · New York, New York
Iconic seafood spot with key lime pie to finish.
Joe's Stone Crab · Miami, Florida
One of those once-in-a-lifetime dining experiences. The tasting menu is unforgettable.
Eleven Madison Park · New York, New York
– If I could recommend one bucket-list restaurant, this would be it. A true fine-dining classic.
The French Laundry · Yountville, California
Stylish and modern, with some of the best sushi and fusion dishes I’ve had. Always a vibe.
Nobu Restaurant Las Vegas · Las Vegas, Nevada
Classic French fine dining in the heart of Manhattan. Everything here – from the food to the atmosphere – makes it feel like a true occasion.
Daniel · New York, New York
Warm, inviting, but still refined – the kind of place that makes any evening feel special.
