What should I order at Makhelwane Restaurant?
Makhelwane Restaurant
Beef Stew
Highly praised for its outstanding flavor and spice, tender meat and vegetables, and considered one of the best meals ever by a reviewer from Louisiana.
Lamb Stew
Mentioned as part of a tasty food experience, recommended for its flavor and reasonable price.
Hake & Chips
Noted as a tasty dish enjoyed by customers, contributing to the overall positive food experience.
Chicken
Listed among favorite dishes, appreciated for its taste and quality.
Idombolo
Specifically highlighted for its lovely taste and uniqueness, suggesting a must-try traditional dish.
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM to 10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM to 2 AM |
| Saturday | 9 AM to 2 AM |
| Sunday | 9 AM to 12 AM |
About Makhelwane Restaurant
Makhelwane Restaurant is a casual, cozy restaurant in Soweto, South Africa, with outdoor seating, dine-in, takeout, and delivery. It serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and late-night food, with alcohol, beer, cocktails, coffee, wine, and small plates available. Reviewers consistently praise the stew dishes, friendly service, atmosphere, and the easy place to chill and have a good time. It also offers live music, accepts reservations, and has free parking plus wheelchair accessible entrance and restroom.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great wine list
- Live music
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Makhelwane Restaurant known for?
It is especially known for its stews, with reviewers highlighting lamb stew and beef stew for their tender meat, vegetables, and strong flavor. People also mention the food and alcohol packages, along with the relaxed vibe for chilling with friends.
What dishes are most recommended at Makhelwane Restaurant?
The most recommended dishes in the reviews are beef stew, lamb stew, chicken, and hake and chips. Reviewers describe the food as tasty, nicely cooked, and delicious, with the stews standing out for flavor and tenderness.
What is the atmosphere like at Makhelwane Restaurant?
The atmosphere is described as casual and cozy, with an unpretentious feel and a strong day-time vibe. Reviewers mention music, friendly staff, and a setting that works well for groups, families, and solo diners who want to chill.
What should I know about drinks and the best time to go?
Makhelwane Restaurant has a great beer selection, great coffee, a great wine list, cocktails, and even allows guests to enter with their own alcohol in at least one review. One reviewer said the day-time vibes are the best, while others mention live music and a fun atmosphere for an evening out.
Is parking available at Makhelwane Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking is available.
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