WOOD & FIRE

BEST FOR Delicious, value-for-money food and a slightly posh vibe. FOOD Led by chef Zane Figueiredo, the kitchen at Wood & Fire produces food that is contemporary and fun. Winner of the steakhouse category for Gauteng at the 2018 Best Everyday Eateries, this is no ordinary steakhouse. Start with mushroom and parmesan, shabu-shabu, tempura prawns, romesco calamari, or pork belly with miso-caramel cream, spiced pickled apples, gremolata and chicharróns. For mains, try a tomahawk done in the wood-fired oven with chimichurri and miso-truffle butter, and superb aubergine teriyaki. The porcini and chocolate ‘Sweetie Pie’ shows the chef’s dexterity with unusual flavour combinations. DRINKS A nicely balanced wine list, plus cocktails. SERVICE Could be sharper. AMBIENCE Modern and unfussy, with an impressive open-plan kitchen and outside tables for people-watching. (HF)