We’re spoilt for choice when it comes to finding an ideal drinking spot that serves up bottomless mimosas in Johannesburg. We still cannot figure out what is so unique about the blend of orange juice and sparkling wine that has become one of the most popular cocktails in the dine-and-drink scene.
No brunch date or post-work winddown is complete without the much-loved mimosa. Here’s where to go in Johannesburg if you’re after free-flowing drinks. Advance booking is essential!
Arbour Cafe
The weekend brunch affair at the Arbour Cafe consists of one main dish paired with endless Mimosas. A sharp culinary selection of French light dishes is on the menu including perfectly made omelettes, French toast made with brioche, a decadent Eggs Benedict, and grilled chicken breast. Dishes are served with a side of Lyon-style potatoes and frilled tomatoes.
Mimosas for the Bottomless Bubbly Brunch at Arbour Cafe are mixed with bubbly from L’Ormarins Brut Classique and their Rose version with just the right dash of fresh orange juice.
Cost: Main dish with bottomless Mimosas for 1.5hrs – R325pp | Main dish with bottomless Mimosas for 3hrs – R525pp
When: Every Saturday and Sunday, from 7am to 3pm
Where: Corner Wrenrose Ave and St Andrew St, Birdhaven, Johannesburg
Website: arbourcafe.co.za | Email: info@arbourcafe.co.za | Tel: 011 788 4111
Thathu Restaurant
Kick back on Saturdays at Thathu Restaurant in Illovo for a mod and gastro spin on traditional South African cuisine. Think smoked oysters served with whipped Amasi, Ostrich Bobotie spring rolls alongside curry mayo and chutney, steamed bread infused with Impepho, Pap arancini balls, among other small plate offerings.
Your Mimosas are served chilled and free-flowing during this set 3-hour seating.
Cost: R189pp, includes bottomless mimosas only
When: Every Saturday, from 12pm to 4pm
Where: Unit 3 Illovo Junction, 178 Oxford Rd, Illovo, Johannesburg
Website: thathuafrica.com | Email: info@thathuafrica.com | Tel: 079 117 1360
Liberté
Bottomless mimosas are so immensely popular at this French-inspired restaurant in Craighall Park that they serve it daily. The experience includes a 2-hour seating with unlimited cocktails and a brunch item of your choosing.
Liberté stays true to its identity with a menu anchored in French-inspired starters, canapes, mains and desserts. ‘We have tried to really touch into the French side with our dishes, and we get some good compliments from French people’, explains Irene Zwane, restaurant manager at Liberté.
Cost: R295pp, includes bottomless mimosas and a brunch meal from the menu. Book via email at bookings@liberte.com or call 010 824 5791
When: Tuesday to Saturday, from 8am to 10pm. Monday & Sunday, from 8am to 3pm
Where: The Woods Shopping Centre, 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Craighall, Randburg
Website: liberterestaurant.com | Email: bookings@liberte.com | Tel: 010 824 5791
Saigon Suzy
Suzy Sundays at Saigon Suzy in Parkwood is always a vibe. The bottomless mimosas at this Asian BBQ and rock ‘n roll bar run every Sunday, from 12pm to 4pm. The vibe is groovy and inclusive with live DJ beats and a brunch menu to round out your visit while the team keep the cocktails coming.
Cost: R195pp, includes bottomless mimosas only
When: Every Sunday, from 12pm to 4pm
Where: Unit 1, Parkwood Mansions, 144 Jan Smuts Ave, Parkwood, Johannesburg
Website: saigonsuzy.co.za | Email: info@saigonsuzy.co.za | Tel: 076 284 9786
Loco
Although they don’t do a bottomless mimosa experience, Loco in Braamfontein does serve unlimited Brutal Fruit spritzer every Saturday with their brunch offer.
The Saturday brunch deal at this Mexican restaurant in Johannesburg also includes light brunch dishes such as spicy meatballs, vegetarian nachos, spicy corn and chicken quesadilla to try with your bottomless Brutal Fruit drinks. Cost is R395 for two.
Cost: R395 for two, includes bottomless Brutal Fruit and a set menu
When: Every Saturday, from 11am to 3pm
Where: 73 Juta Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg
Website: playbraamfontein.co.za/loco-mexican-jhb | Email: ola@locomexicanjhb.co.za | Tel: 076 284 9786
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