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Tightline Johannesburg

Seafood South African Steakhouse
4.7 RRR
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Attributes

  • Child Friendly
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Live Sport
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • WiFi
  • Serves Halaal

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The restaurant you know and love from the heart of Umdloti, Durban, has officially arrived in Johannesburg. Tightline has arrived in Sandton Gate and it brings the same passion for exceptional seafood, warm hospitality, and unforgettable dining experiences that made us a coastal favourite.

Our menu celebrates the freshest seafood available, expertly prepared with bold flavours, quality ingredients, and the love that has always been at the centre of the Tightline experience. From freshly shucked oysters and premium fish dishes to signature seafood platters designed for sharing, every plate reflects our commitment to freshness and excellence.

Whether you're joining us for a business lunch, a special celebration, or simply craving the taste of the ocean, Tightline offers a vibrant dining destination in the heart of Johannesburg. We are proud to bring a piece of the Durban coastline to Sandton, combining world-class seafood with the welcoming atmosphere and attention to detail that our guests have come to expect.

Fresh seafood. Exceptional flavour. The Tightline experience, now in Sandton Johannesburg.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 11h00 - 22h00
  • Tuesday 11h00 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 11h00 - 22h00
  • Thursday 11h00 - 22h00
  • Friday 11h00 - 22h00
  • Saturday 11h00 - 22h00
  • Sunday 11h00 - 22h00

Reviews (492)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.5
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.8
  • Karasan G. Dined: 1 day ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 25 Aug 26
    Food and service were amazing, but whiskey tasted watered down.

    Tightline Johannesburg responded on Tue 25 Aug 26:
    Thank you so much Karasan! We hope to see you again soon!

  • Verena B. Dined: 2 days ago
    4
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 25 Aug 26
    I had such a beautiful birthday experience at Tightline SandtonThe service was amazing the staff were genuinely warm, attentive and made my birthday feel extra special. ❤️ I absolutely loved the aesthetics and ambience. The space is beautiful, classy and very well thought out, making it such a lovely spot for celebrations and, of course, pictures! 😍📸 My only suggestion would be to bring a little more creativity and excitement to the cocktail menu. The cocktails were good, but I think there’s an opportunity to make them more unique, visually exciting and memorable especially because the restaurant itself has such a beautiful aesthetic. Overall, I genuinely loved my experience and would definitely recommend Tightline for a special occasion. 9/10 from me! Thank you Tightline for making my birthday a beautiful one.

    Tightline Johannesburg responded on Tue 25 Aug 26:
    Thank you so much for your lovely review , Verena! We're thrilled you had a special birthday celebration! We truly appreciate your feedback on the cocktails and will definitely take it into consideration.

  • Palesa T. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 25 Aug 26
    Having experienced the superb food and service at the Umdloti branch, we were thrilled to finally visit Tightline Joburg for dinner…and it absolutely delivered! The entire evening was a 10/10 foodie experience from start to finish. Our waiter, Shaun, was incredibly friendly, attentive, and accommodating, making us feel welcome right away. For the meal, I started with the calamari starter, followed by the sushi paired with a classic Margarita (perfection!). My husband had the beef ribs topped with crispy onions and chips, which was packed with flavor. We even ordered the prawn pizza to take away, which we are thoroughly looking forward to enjoying tonight. I haven't stopped raving about this place since we left. I’m already planning to bring the whole family along next time so they can experience it too. Thank you for an unforgettable meal and service! The Mavundla’s

    Tightline Johannesburg responded on Tue 25 Aug 26:
    Thank you so much for the incredible review! We're thrilled you had such a wonderful evening! We cant wait to welcome you and the whole family back again soon!

  • NomaX S. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 25 Aug 26
    The staff were warm and hospitable and the excellent service made the experience all the more enjoyable. We ordered seafood and I’m usually very particular about ordering seafood inland, so I was pleasantly surprised by just how fresh and absolutely delicious everything was. Thank you for a wonderful dining experience. It was truly well worth it and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.

    Tightline Johannesburg responded on Tue 25 Aug 26:
    We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your experience NomaX! Thank you son much for the kind words and we cannot wait to welcome you back again soon!

  • Bulelwa T. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 25 Aug 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Tightline Johannesburg responded on Tue 25 Aug 26:
    Thank you so much Bulelwa! We hope to welcome you back again soon!

  • Lana F. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 25 Aug 26
    We thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The waiter (Sabelo) was amazing and had really good knowledge to help us choose which dishes we would like. Staff were all so friendly! We had oysters, the muscle cracker, langoustines and do not forget the best sweet potatoes I’ve ever had!! The food was prepared to perfection and we enjoyed every bite. Thanks for making it a special evening for us. We had a great experience from stepping in.

    Tightline Johannesburg responded on Tue 25 Aug 26:
    Thank you so much Lana! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your experience! We hope to welcome you back again soon!

  • Reabetswe L. Dined: 5 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 25 Aug 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Tightline Johannesburg responded on Tue 25 Aug 26:
    Thank you so much Reabetswe! We hope to welcome you back again soon!

  • Sonqoba V. Dined: 2 days ago
    4.3
    Food 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 25 Aug 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Tightline Johannesburg responded on Tue 25 Aug 26:
    Thank you Sonqoba! We hope to welcome you back again soon!

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