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Ikara

Contemporary Greek
4.8 RR
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • WiFi

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Ikara is a modern Greek kitchen inspired by the soul of the Aegean. Drawing from the island of Ikaria, where life moves slowly and food is celebrated. Ikara offers a focused, ingredient-led menu shaped by the Mediterranean way of eating.

Seasonal produce, wild herbs, ocean-fresh seafood, locally sourced meats, and olive oil lie at the heart of the kitchen’s philosophy. Every dish is crafted for the senses, rooted in refined simplicity and guided by the nutritional richness of the Mediterranean diet. This is a true taste of the Aegean, designed to linger long after the last bite.

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 21h00
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 21h00
  • Thursday 12h00 - 21h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 21h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 21h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 16h30

Reviews (288)

4.8 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.6
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.8
  • Nico B. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Petro Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 05 Sep 26
    A rare gem and a must visit. Excellent food. Excellent staff.

  • Jimmy Y. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 31 Aug 26
    Food and service excellent, we have had great time! Many thanks

  • Jarred Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 30 Aug 26
    The experience was amazing, from the moment we arrived the staff was so friendly and welcoming. The food was authentic and absolutely delicious. What a beautiful restaurant.

  • Vincent Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 27 Aug 26
    Outstanding

  • Julie R. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 27 Aug 26
    This must be the best Greek fusion restuarant in Johannesburg right now. Always memorable and my go to for something special.

  • Elana R. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 27 Aug 26
    The food is superb - you can taste the freshness of the ingredients and the care which went into making the dishes

  • Trevor Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 23 Aug 26
    Top notch restaurant.

    1
  • Stelios Dined: 2 weeks ago
    3.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 3.0
    1
  • Theo Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 20 Aug 26
    Food was beautifully presented and tasted out of this world. Authentic Greek taste and fine attention to presentation and taste in all dishes, we had. Will definitely be back…again and again.

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