The Dineplan Reviewers’ Choice Awards are returning in 2026, and we’re incredibly proud to welcome American Express as the Presenting Partner for this year’s awards.
Introducing the 2026 Reviewers’ Choice Awards Partners
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45+ of the best restaurants in Durban
Discover the best restaurants in Durban, rated 4.6/5 or higher by Dineplan diners. Explore top-rated restaurants from beachfront favourites to neighbourhood spots across the region.
Top-rated restaurants in Johannesburg
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Reviewers’ Choice Awards 2025: Celebrating South Africa’s top restaurants
We’re excited to reveal the results of the 2025 Dineplan Reviewers’ Choice Awards, celebrating the top 100 restaurants in South Africa – all based on your reviews! With over 330,000+ reviews for 1,700+ local eateries, these awards showcase the very best dining spots across the country.
Review for a chance to WIN R60,000
Closed 30th September 2025
Reviewers’ Choice Awards 2024: Celebrating South Africa’s top restaurants
We’re excited to reveal the results of the 2024 Dineplan Reviewers’ Choice Awards, celebrating the top 100 restaurants in South Africa – all based on your reviews! With over 320,000 reviews for 1,360 local eateries, these awards showcase the very best dining spots across the country.
Reviewers’ Choice Awards 2024: Follow us & win
Closed 13 October 2024
4 observations from the 2023 restaurant awards season
Chef Caitlin Kennedy uncovers four notable trends from the 2023 South African restaurant awards. The Cape reigns supreme, fine dining evolves across the world, and dining “experiences” win favour.
A foodie’s journey through the Cape Winelands
Plan your journey through the Cape Winelands and discover 12 highly-rated spots – all loved by their guests for food, service, ambience and value.
Must-have reservations in November
Our must-have restaurant reservations in November feature 12 of the 2023 Dineplan Reviewers’ Choice Award winners – highly rated by diners for their food, service, value and ambience.
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