Cafe Riviera — Restaurant in Gauteng

We have been here twice already. We 'tried' it out twice now and both times have been nothing short of happy tummys. No one left hangry, no one complained.

The first time i had the pleasure of enjoying the prawn curry served with rice and sambals. I dont eat sambals with vinegar so i didn't touch that. I enjoyed my hearty prawn curry and fluffy run through your fingers rice. It was wholesome, fresh, hot and perfectly balanced. It is a tomato based curry so keep that in mind. I enjoyed it even though i dont really enjoy a pungent tomato flavor but i really love this curry.

My mom ordered the Mozambique chicken and her words 'i havent had such a great chicken tikka in a really long time, i quite like this'. I proceeded to order one to take home. This is served with tandoori naan and chips.

We ordered the passionfruit ice, which was not a favourite unfortunately but definately edible.

Today, i got the battered fish and chips, served with tartar sauce and lemon butter. It was ever so slightly oily, very very slightly, but i enjoyed it! Its deep fried so obviously 🙄. Throw the lemon butter over it and you have a winner! I didnt really like the tartar sauce and thats because i dont like condiments!

My mom ordered the piquanté pizza and its a definate winner again! Thin crust, packed toppings, delicious!

My two guests ordered the normal chicken tikka and were both impressed at how succulent and flavourful it was. Its moist but drier then the Mozambique chicken.

I had the delicious pina colada, definately yummier then the passionfruit crush. My mom had a mojito, and our two guests had sprite zero and cola tonic.

We had the beef kebab as a starter which was yum, and the grilled hallaumi.

I took home a prawn curry and butter chicken. Today came out to about R1000. So for about 6 people including starters and drinks.

The previous bill was about R600.

Try it out, i love the wholesome dishes. Its...

Bitter sweet.

Got greeted on entry, requested to sit more to the inside as they had a gas heater there. Today the mall was very cold and the cross ventilation was not where you want to find yourself. The Cafe wasn't full and I'd say at best, 20% occupied. Naturally, other guest would also aim for the warm part of the shop, in our case, there was 3 of us and we sat at a 6-8 seater.

Nefew and sister inlaw ordered the Flapjacks but receieved the smallest flapjacks iv ever seen and considering my sister inlaw is drawn to flap Jack's, we commonly order it.

My food came a little while after, quarter chicken, price is the going rate for the meal, buless than average.

I must say, burgers and pizzas that passed looks amazing.

We became very uncomfortable when a manager went to a newly seated guest and her friend and was told there was a reservation for the inside incluing that table. This happens all around and all the time, but over hearing the managers not so quiltly making comments literally caused me to ask for the bill.

Blaming the guests for choosing the bigger tables and asking staff why they giving 2 guests 4 seater tables. Is it not logic that we looking for warmth and the servers are doing as per the customer's request.

Note to manager, speak to staff in private, besides the confirming the stereo type of bad Indian managers, you lost at least 2 customers that I witnessed...

Cafe Riviera at Killarney Mall never disappoints! On my recent visit, I ordered the Mozambiquen Chicken, and it was absolutely outstanding. The chicken was perfectly marinated, tender, and bursting with authentic flavor that had just the right balance of spice and smokiness. Every bite felt like comfort food with a delicious Mozambican twist.

To go with it, I had their Vanilla Frappe – smooth, creamy, and refreshing. It was the perfect cool contrast to the richness of the chicken, and I’d honestly go back just for that frappe alone!

Although I don’t eat prawns myself, the table next to me ordered them and couldn’t stop complimenting the dish. From the way they raved about it, it’s clearly a customer favorite too.

The service was warm, attentive, and welcoming, which added to the overall experience. Cafe Riviera really makes you feel at home while serving food that’s full of flavor and quality.

Highly recommended for anyone looking for great food and friendly service in...