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Bar, European, Pub, Contemporary
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Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
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Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours, Drinks
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

THE PLACE WAS CLSAN AND HAD NICE FOOD ,WE ENJOYED IT.I WOULD RECOMMEND IT TO OTHER PEOPLE. VERY PEACEFUL PLACE AND GREAT SERVICE AND NICE FOOD

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 19 February 2021 via mobile

The standards at this place have deteriorated drastically.... From having succulent food to compromising on thier quality. The ribeye steak is as thin as a club steak, it's dry and tasteless. The fish is horrible it's equally dry so much so I'd rate canned pilchards...as tastier. It retains a good vibe and that's the only positive I can sayMore

Date of visit: February 2021
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Reviewed 11 February 2020

I have been here twice and had the vegan option both times - a bowl with black rice, sweet potato, corn, tofu, avocado, etc. It was delicious. The first time I went there to work on my laptop in preparation for a talk. Staff were...friendly and accommodating. A friend came with me the second visit, she had a pizza. The food and service was great both timesMore

Date of visit: February 2020
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Reviewed 21 January 2020

This place used to be packed and had great food across a varied menu. Now it seems to only operate as a bar, the only edible things being the pizzas. Don't even think of going near the crucified mussels, and the burgers are awful too...- not freshly made. The Chef seems to spend most of his time standing watching TV at the bar, which could explain part of the issue. Such a shame. This is my local and I now wouldn't think of ordering food there. The 2 stars come from the great waiting staff, nice interior and decent drinks.More

Date of visit: December 2019
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Reviewed 3 January 2020

The office had lunch at The Foundry. I ordered a hamburger and was blown away by the taste and freshness of everything. Service was good despite the lunch-hour crowd making conversation virtually impossible. The Foundry is definitely a place mostly frequented by office crowds with...a drink in one hand and a cellphone in the other. I lovely place for this type of gathering with a varied menu to please every taste. I can't see myself going there for more relaxed meal and good conversation. But for a lunch on a Friday afternoon, brilliant!More

Date of visit: December 2019
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Reviewed 26 December 2019

Not many restaurants are open for Christmas Day lunch , but this restaurant was and excelled. Not only was the service attentive and cheerful , we were also very impressed with Tuna Taco (starter) , Spit Roast Pork (main) , Sea Bass (main) , Rainbow...Bowl (main) and Milk Tart Panna Cotta. The location on a side street is pleasant , with tables along the outside , under umbrellas , while the inside has pleasant decor and a buzzy vibe.More

Date of visit: December 2019
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Reviewed 9 October 2019

Looking for a restaurant for a Friday night family meal to say farewell to our daughter who was returning to university, we booked at The Foundry.... not knowing anything about it. What a pleasant surprise to find a restaurant which catered for all tastes from...burger, to pizzas to steaks to salads. Even more pleasing was the fact that we could actually hear ourselves talk while we enjoyed what were universally delicious meals! A real win and a restaurant we will go back to.More

Date of visit: September 2019
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Reviewed 6 July 2019 via mobile

My brother and I visited on a Saturday for lunch, the restaurant seemed relatively quiet, but we decided try it anyway. The thai green curry mussels were mouthwatering, the handcut chip that accompanied it was crisp and spiced well; I ordered rice, which wasn't on...the menu, but the kitchen happily obliged. My brother had a burger, wasn't paying attention to which one it was, but he also raved about the burger which was a huge portion served fresh condiments and looked mouthwatering. The service was mediocre at best, but the food definitely worth it.More

Date of visit: July 2019
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Reviewed 28 April 2019 via mobile

We were looking at very renowed place but it was clase and in front we find this restaurant. We took the desition to sit there and wooow fantastic food, muchbwtter service!!! We ate prawns, mussels and fantastic crispy wings. We will comeback for sure..in fact...my wife is still eating..jajaMore

Date of visit: April 2019
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Reviewed 8 February 2019

I often go to Foundry, business lunches, drunks in the bar with tapas and soccer.....but it all fell apart at a recent dinner...17th Jan. We arrived at 19:45 and dinner arrived 21:20... after repeated excuses from the waiter. My burger was good...my partners steak was...terrible. The steak tastes as if it had been defrosted in a micro. In fact it tasted a little off, was dry. When we asked the waiter if the steak was fresh...he said yes it must be the sauce they put on....really not great. Haven't been back and.More

Date of visit: January 2019
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Reviewed 10 January 2019 via mobile

Food is really good! Especially the beer fritters! Love it. We had a good evening. Although it is slightly more pricy than other restaurants it is worth it.

Date of visit: January 2019
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Reviewed 18 December 2018 via mobile

Love the cocktail selection, almost every dish on the menu is amazing and consistent every time we come

Date of visit: December 2018
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Reviewed 2 October 2018 via mobile

We often choose The Foundry as our local hangout spot. It is great for drinks after work, lunch with family or dinner with friends. Our favourite time is Sunday lunch where the roast lamb special is a must. It is a casual hangout place for...all ages.More

Date of visit: September 2018
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Reviewed 1 October 2018 via mobile

Had a great experience at The Foundry. Without knowing what we felt like, the menu had a wide range to please everyone. Best dish was the steak salad! We also had the mushroom pizza and beef burger. Service was great and atmosphere was good for...a stormy afternoon.More

Date of visit: October 2018
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Reviewed 27 August 2018

The food here is good, and the atmosphere is great. This restaurant can be very busy, so worth booking a table. The bar section is great, and often full of customers popping in after work for a pint and a snack. They have TVs for...sport viewing.More

Date of visit: July 2018
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Casual to smart Casual - a real mix. But it's Joburg so people tend to dress up.
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The Foundry is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 3.5
  • Atmosphere: 4