There's been such a flurry of restaurant activity in Joburg over the past few weeks. If you're a food lover, you could drive yourself mad trying to think of where you'd like to try next. Happily, this morning, I managed to cross one of those new places, That Spot on 4th, off my list.
I'm really glad I did. If a place could be cosy and airy at the same time, That Spot hits the nail on the head. The decor is gorgeous - all light wood and pretty patterns - and it's small and intimate without being squashed and cramped.
If the place is aiming to be 'that spot' where you meet up with the friends before the after school run or for a quick bite just before work starts, the recipe is just right - but, with John Legend playing softly and waiters offering quick and unobtrusive service, it's also perfect if you need a few hours with your laptop.
As for the food... I'll start by saying that the coffee is absolutely perfect. If all days could start with a cappuccino this good, life would be a lot more pleasant. Let me also add that the little biscuit on the side (don't you hate restaurants that leave out the little biscuit?) is a small mouthful of happiness: buttery and crisp, I could well do with an entire plate of those to munch through.
There were a whole lot of enticing breakfast options. I avoided the healthier choices (creamy oats with beetroot and berry sauce, for example) because I am just not that kind of person, and went straight to the breakfast flatbread with chorizo, mozarella, caramelised onion, roasted rosa tomatoes and a fried egg. This is also available as a hangover waffle, and although I am not hungover, I have been trying to catch up on the sixth series of Game of Thrones before Series 7 kicks in, so I am feeling pretty much like a white walker myself. Although there were quite a few different variations on the flatbreads, with toppings ranging from lamb meatballs with minted tzatziki to honeyed roast aubergine with hummus, I was really pleased with my choice. The bread was chewy, soft and hit my carb lovers' heart with a golden arrow; the caramelised onion had just the right amount of sweetness and, really, can there be any complaints when something is covered with melted cheese?
I'll definitely be back to try those other flatbreads, though - I have a feeling I might become something of a regular.
That Spot on 4th: 17 4th Ave Parktown North
@Thatspoton4th
I'm really glad I did. If a place could be cosy and airy at the same time, That Spot hits the nail on the head. The decor is gorgeous - all light wood and pretty patterns - and it's small and intimate without being squashed and cramped.
If the place is aiming to be 'that spot' where you meet up with the friends before the after school run or for a quick bite just before work starts, the recipe is just right - but, with John Legend playing softly and waiters offering quick and unobtrusive service, it's also perfect if you need a few hours with your laptop.
As for the food... I'll start by saying that the coffee is absolutely perfect. If all days could start with a cappuccino this good, life would be a lot more pleasant. Let me also add that the little biscuit on the side (don't you hate restaurants that leave out the little biscuit?) is a small mouthful of happiness: buttery and crisp, I could well do with an entire plate of those to munch through.
There were a whole lot of enticing breakfast options. I avoided the healthier choices (creamy oats with beetroot and berry sauce, for example) because I am just not that kind of person, and went straight to the breakfast flatbread with chorizo, mozarella, caramelised onion, roasted rosa tomatoes and a fried egg. This is also available as a hangover waffle, and although I am not hungover, I have been trying to catch up on the sixth series of Game of Thrones before Series 7 kicks in, so I am feeling pretty much like a white walker myself. Although there were quite a few different variations on the flatbreads, with toppings ranging from lamb meatballs with minted tzatziki to honeyed roast aubergine with hummus, I was really pleased with my choice. The bread was chewy, soft and hit my carb lovers' heart with a golden arrow; the caramelised onion had just the right amount of sweetness and, really, can there be any complaints when something is covered with melted cheese?
I'll definitely be back to try those other flatbreads, though - I have a feeling I might become something of a regular.
That Spot on 4th: 17 4th Ave Parktown North
@Thatspoton4th
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