New in Sandton: MIRA Serves Mozambican-Portuguese Flavours in Style

Mira is one of the new restaurants in Johannesburg that’s gently shaping the city’s culinary map. Officially opened in late 2025, this stylish restaurant and cocktail bar has taken up residence at the Sandton Sun Hotel, bringing a fresh blend of coastal Mozambican and Portuguese flavours to Joburg.

Mira pairs world-class hospitality with immersive design, elevated cuisine and a striking drinks offering. The space offers a warm, inviting atmosphere that feels both intimate and spectacular, making it ideal for everything from date nights and celebratory dinners to business lunches and laid-back evening gatherings:

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What’s on the menu at MIRA

At the heart of Mira’s identity is the spice-rich traditions of Mozambique and the comforting, timeless flavours of Portuguese home cooking. The restaurant is the brainchild of hospitality partners Luke Dakers, Ben Stanger and George Sinovich, whose combined experience brings both legacy and contemporary vision to the table.

The menu is designed to evoke memory and mood, drawing on fresh seafood, bold spices and vibrant techniques that feel at once familiar and new. Signature dishes include grilled calamari, flame-grilled seafood platters, peri-peri chicken and hearty Mozambican-inspired mains, alongside classic Portuguese-fusion fare such as Bife à Portuguesa and seafood curries. Desserts lean into nostalgic favourites like malva pudding and chocolate fondant, while a selection of sushi and lighter bites broadens the offering.

Complementing the food is a thoughtfully curated drinks list featuring standout cocktails such as the Inner Spring and Queen of Hearts, alongside rare wines and premium spirits that suit both lunch and late-night sipping.

The mood and atmosphere

Awinning designer Wesley Bremer — use warm woods, marble, brass and soft lighting to create a sensory journey that unfolds from arrival to last sip. Live piano performances and carefully chosen music add subtle layers to the ambience, enhancing the restaurant’s multi-sensory appeal.

Situated at the corner of Alice Lane and 5th Street, Mira sits at the centre of Sandton’s luxury lifestyle district, offering an elegant yet relaxed space that seamlessly transitions from refined dining to dynamic bar culture. Since its opening, Mira has quickly positioned itself as one of Sandton’s most talked-about restaurants. Its blend of heritage-inspired cuisine, carefully crafted atmosphere and standout design has earned it strong praise and a loyal following.

Beyond its main dining experience, Mira has ambitions for expansion with plans for private dining and additional offerings in 2026. This evolution signals the restaurant’s broader vision: to be more than a meal, but a place where culture, connection and exceptional hospitality converge.