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Cyra

Fine Dining
Location Pointer Lloys Ellis Ave, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, 2198, South Africa
4.7
(140 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Great Views
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • WiFi
  • Fireplace

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A haven of culinary storytelling.

At Cyra, every dish tells a tale - a delicate narrative of flavor, emotion, and artistry. Under the quiet mastery of Chef Candice Philip, one of South Africa’s most celebrated culinary visionaries, guests are invited into a world where restraint meets imagination, and refinement meets depth.

The Four: A first for CYRA. Chef Candice Philip introduces a four-course choice menu, bringing together the spirit of the past and the promise of the new. Celebrating guest favourites from previous menus, reimagined with Candice’s unmistakable finesse, alongside inspired new dishes crafted for discovery and delight. Each course is a moment of beauty, composed with care and designed to linger. Experience The Four, an elegant beginning to a new chapter at CYRA.

Our seven-course tasting is a journey through seasonality, precision, and inspired technique. Each plate is meticulously curated to surprise and delight, with optional wine pairings designed to enhance and elevate the sensory experience.

Set within an elegant and intimate space, Cyra offers more than a meal - it’s a moment, a memory, a masterpiece in motion.

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 18h30 - 20h00
  • Wednesday 18h30 - 20h00
  • Thursday 18h30 - 20h00
  • Friday 18h30 - 20h00
  • Saturday 18h30 - 20h00
  • Sunday CLOSED

Reviews (140)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.5
Service 4.9
Ambience 4.7
  • Melissa N. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Antoinette Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Tebo Dined: 2 weeks ago
    2.3
    Food 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 04 Oct 25
    This was my second time at Cyra and it was quite difference from the first time. Disappointed wouldn't begin to describe how I felt about the food... Here's my review on the courses: The mussels barely had a sauce to go with and there was just no depth of flavour. They had a "fancy" thin chicken skin on top, but they simply tasted ordinary. My duck was overcooked rubbery duck! Sacrilege. I was even struggling to cut it. Had to turn it back because it was simply inedible. I got the salmon as a replacement, which was okay. Seared to my preference, nice and soft. But again, it was just the same as salmon that I make at home. The last course was a ginger malva pudding, and again, it was underwhelming. It came with some caramel thick cream and an ice cream. No creme anglaise, or anything saucy to dip the pudding into. The food was just a solid let down. On the flip side, the service was incredible and we enjoyed the overall ambience of the private room.

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  • Trevor Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Nertila T. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 25 Sep 25
    Extraordinary food- well balanced and full of taste. I liked every single thing from the 7 course menu. The service is impeccable- prompt, informative but non intrusive and rather caring.

  • Rudolph E. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 24 Sep 25
    Excellent food, attentive and polished service and a relaxed atmosphere made for a superb evening out. We had the 7-course menu with wine pairing - I would have chosen different wines with the mussels and ginger malva courses, but that is mostly personal preference. The bread and snacks with chenin blanc worked better than I thought it would. The duck with pinot noir pairing showed clearly why this is such a classic pairing. Beef shortrib and pinotage induced a feeling of contentment. Sherry and Gryuere very well balanced. Service was attentive without being intrusive and table visits to all patrons by chef Candice Philip an excellent touch. Tables are well spaced with small screens forming local alcoves of own space. We will be back!

  • Refilwe Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 20 Sep 25
    Had a solo birthday dinner and the entire staff made it special for me. I also loved how everyone called me Fifi. The food was divine, the staff was welcoming, friendly and they pay attention to detail. The restaurant is absolutely beautiful.

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