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The Shortmarket Club Johannesburg

For a truly memorable experience, cuisine and atmosphere are paired as thoughtfully as food and wine. The Shortmarket Club offers an upmarket European style brasserie serving delicious modern European food with Asian influences

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Meet our co-owner

LUKE DALE ROBERTS

Luke has continued to garner awards throughout his career, winning the title Chef of the Year at the 2011 Eat Out DStv Food Network Restaurant Awards.

“When Luke is working closely with his team it seems more like he’s dancing with them – it’s a performance! … his thrilling flavours have pushed the boundaries and eating his food is simply heart-stopping.”
– Abigail Donnelly, Editor and Awards judge, Eat Out

“A truly fantastic chef, … he has this ability of putting seemingly incongruent ingredients together in such a way that they work amazingly well – which is something close to my heart.” – Heston Blumenthal, The Fat Duck.

Prepared By Award-Winning Chefs

We Create Delicious Experiences

Our Menu

A la Carte meets bistro dishes that are simple in preparation yet complex in flavour, such as Japanese pancake, yuzu dressing and a burnt honey and soy glaze as well as BBQ pork belly with coconut and lemongrass and crispy duck breast with shiitake broth, udon noodles and toasted sesame oil.

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An Amazing Culinary Experience

Inspiration Space

From the decor to the choice of water glasses, The Shortmarket Club Johannesburg is the place for a unique and bespoke experience. Diners can expect elements such as rich deep tones, warm lighting, old fashioned touches and accents of leather, brass and fluted glass all artfully staged in a heritage brasserie and smoky cigar lounge type setting.

“When it comes to art, inspiration was taken from the famous hand burnt butterfly installation by artist Mark Rautenbach seen in the Cape Town restaurant.”
– Sandalene Dale Roberts

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Testimonials

What Our Patrons Say

"Shortmarket Club is one of the best restaurants we have ever been to. The food is absolutely fantastic. The terrine was the best we’ve ever had anywhere, and we get a fair few of them in Europe where we’re visiting from, so that’s saying something. "

Mike George

"The Shortmarket Club never disappoints. From the carefully prepared food to the seamless and faultless service, a superb experience from start to finish. Don't miss out on one of the city's best restaurants. The decor and ambiance is fabulous, and every dish cooked to perfection."

Laura Foster

"Unforgettable experience! Fantastic interior, open kitchen, great service, excellent quality of food! Expect to pay higher prices, but definitely worth the experience! Will be back!"

Angela Ray

"What a magnificent dining experience. Went here with a large group and the service we got felt like it was completely personal to me alone. The restaurant, the vibe, decor and lighting are all just set correct. I would highly recommend this place for a date or even a team dinner."

Jarrod Miller

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Private Events

The Shortmarket Club Private Events offer the most exclusive venue for your next board meeting, business lunch, dinner or intimate affair. We offer various Private Event dining options available to you depending on how many guests attend as well as the requirements for your special event. We have options of different seating areas in our restaurant.

With impeccable service, urban views, décor and renowned food and wine, there really is no service like ours!

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