The Wits Club

I had the pleasure of visiting for breakfast on Sunday morning. This is definitely one of the best restaurants to visit in Johannesburg. The seating outside in the garden is really great as it gives a sense of being out of the hustle and bustle of the city. The food never disappoints. the portion sizes are really good and the quality is always consistent of the highest standard. it is advisable to make a booking as there is always a waiting list.

The restaurant is situated at the Wits University. I went with my brother and we entered through the main university entrance, later we realized there is an easier way to access the restaurant which is directly off Empire road. The restaurant is at bottom part of the university and is partly indoor and partly outdoor. It is a really beautiful setting , surrounded by beautiful cape Dutch style buildings which are part of a university alumni club or something like that. Olives Plates is a well known brand and they have a few locations including at the upmarket Hyde Park shopping center. The setting was 10/10. Service was slightly slow and it felt like I had to constantly get up to call the waiter when I needed something. It was relatively bush for a Wednesday lunch time. The food is brilliantly presented, decent portion size and great quality. I ordered the potato and carrot mash as a side to my grilled hake. I also asked for the small side salad, which really was a small side salad if a bit of lettuce and a few small tomatoes. I was genuinely shocked when we received the bill and realized that they charge R65 for this tiny side salad. Also R33 for a cold drink, and R90 for a piece of cake ; I understand it is a good restaurant but after seeing these prices on the bill it left me with a very horrible feeling to the extent that I felt ripped off and would be reluctant to return.

Beautiful surroundings and tasty food. What more can you ask for.

AMAAAAZING!!! 10/10 fr food presentation and delicious..super nice venue.. will make it a regular hangout place..

First visit to Olive Plates Wits. Such a lovely setting, the food is phenomenal and so are the cocktails. Highly recommend!!!!