China Town, Johannesburg — Local services in Gauteng

A True Cultural Hub Built on Resilience ​Derrick Avenue in Cyrildene is more than just a street with Chinese businesses; it's a testament to the community's incredible resilience and dedication.

This "New Chinatown" emerged in the 1990s as a proactive response to urban challenges, with the community relocating from the original Commissioner Street location to rebuild and thrive.

​Today, this vibrant hub showcases a strong work ethic and unwavering commitment to authenticity.

You can find everything from massive supermarkets like CJ Supermarket with a huge produce snacks beverages and meats to beloved, bustling restaurants like Shun De Chinese Restaurant (for amazing dim sum) and Chong Qing Hot Pot. The family-run businesses and their long hours make this a truly genuine and immersive experience.

​Whether you're looking for authentic ingredients, a delicious meal, or a glimpse into a community that has successfully re-established itself, Johannesburg's Chinatown is a must-visit. It’s a lively, welcoming place that...

Every city has it's own China Town and this is Jo'burgs authentic version.

The area and suburb is run down but it operates and we felt pretty secure - along the entire length of Derrick Avenue you will find a variety of vendors, shops and small businesses where one can find and purchase anything from amazingly fresh fish and seafood to well priced fresh fruit and vegetables. Small restaurants serving you different authentic Chinese noodle-dishes and dumplings are all over the avenue and you will also find various supermarkets where you can also purchase authentic Chinese food products and other items at good reasonable prices.

Saturday mornings are busy with a wonderful energy and buzz, take a drive Guys - you will be...

Ok, so you know all those Chinese sauces , noodles, dumplings, pickles that you love to buy well this is where you get the mother load. Put a cooler box in your car as you will shop a lot and need to keep your shoppings cool while you go and walk around . Park at one end of the street and then walk to the other end. Yes walk, go into the many shops , eat at a restaurant, get some amazing deals and enjoy what it's all about. Make sure you have comfortable shoes as the pavement and streets are not the best and you want to have fun. So you are looking for a fun day out and do something different than go on an adventure to China street and open your mind...