What should I order at The Codfather Sandton?
The Codfather Sandton
King Prawns
Mentioned as the best thing on the seafood menu and highly praised for its flavor, making it the most consistently recommended seafood item.
Tiger's Eye Sushi
Recommended multiple times as exceptionally good sushi, with reviewers calling it one of the best they've ever had and praising its quality despite the price.
Seafood Platter
Frequently praised for freshness, generous portions, and being a standout choice for seafood lovers; several reviewers specifically highlighted the Codfather seafood platter and the fresh seafood platter.
Salmon
Recommended for being very good, fresh, and well-prepared, with reviewers specifically praising both salmon sushi dishes and the Norwegian salmon.
Stuffed Calamari
Clearly recommended in one review as highly enjoyable, with the reviewer explicitly calling it highly recommend.
Chocolate Fondant
Praised as decadent and delicious, especially with the vanilla ice cream and strawberry sauce pairing, making it a standout dessert choice.
Oreo Cheesecake
Highlighted as a must-try dessert for anyone with a sweet tooth, described as decadent and especially memorable.
Malva Pudding
Recommended as a sublime dessert option, showing up as one of the reviewer’s favorite dishes.
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
About The Codfather Sandton
The Codfather Sandton is a restaurant, bar, fish store, and sushi restaurant in Sandton, South Africa. Reviewers consistently praise the fresh seafood, sushi, prawns, and seafood platters, along with attentive service and a well-designed dining space. The venue also has a fresh fish counter, private dining rooms, outdoor seating, and a bar with a strong wine list and cocktails. It is described as casual, cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with reservations recommended for lunch, brunch, and dinner.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- All you can eat
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Halal food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is The Codfather Sandton known for?
It is best known for seafood platters, especially the Codfather seafood platter for 2, plus sushi and king prawns. Reviews repeatedly mention very fresh seafood and strong service, and the restaurant also has a fresh fish counter if you want to buy fish directly.
What dishes are most recommended at The Codfather Sandton?
Reviewers most often highlight the sushi, king prawns, seafood platter, kingklip special, stuffed calamari, mussels in creamy sauce, and Mozambique prawns. Other frequently praised dishes include the prawn risotto, Norwegian salmon, and chocolate fondant for dessert.
What is the atmosphere like at The Codfather Sandton?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with different seating areas, private dining rooms, and an outdoor pool area. It works for dates, groups, business parties, and families, though some reviewers note the main dining room can feel noisy at busy times.
Is The Codfather Sandton good value, and what is the price range?
The price is on the higher side, but reviewers often say the portions are decent and the food is worth it, especially for dishes like the seafood platter for 2 and the kingklip special. One reviewer called the sushi pricey, so this is better for people comfortable with an upscale spend in Sandton.
When is the best time to visit The Codfather Sandton?
Several reviews suggest booking ahead, especially for weekends and holidays, and reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner. Quiet late-lunch or early-dinner visits seem to be easier if you want a calmer table and faster ordering.
Is parking available at The Codfather Sandton?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does The Codfather Sandton have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Codfather Sandton offers vegan options.
Is the food at The Codfather Sandton halal?
Yes, The Codfather Sandton serves halal food.
Is The Codfather Sandton kid-friendly?
Yes, The Codfather Sandton is good for kids.
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