1855

BEST FOR Affordable South African cuisine. FOOD This is an easy diner-style eatery with a distinct South African theme, celebrating the establishment of Pretoria in 1855. Breakfast offerings include putu pap with biltong, or eggs Benedict with salmon. The bobotie jaffles with sweet caramel pumpkin fritters and chips is a must-try. The peanutbutter chicken salad or the biltong salad are both heavenly. For dessert, the deconstructed milk tart should please all taste buds. They frequently offer breakfast specials with crazy-cheap prices. DRINKS Slightly limited wine list, but staff will quite happily run to the shop next door to source anything you want. Good craft beers. SERVICE Friendly, engaging and willing to go the extra mile. AMBIENCE A modern contemporary feel, with block-mounted pictures of Pretoria and its historical buildings, as well as a clever roof installation using maps to pay homage to South Africa’s past. (HF)