Taste of Africa: Explore Diverse African Cuisine in Johannesburg's Afro-Cosmopolitan Areas

Embark on a culinary adventure in Johannesburg’s Afro-Cosmopolitan areas, exploring the diverse African cuisine of Yeoville and Maboneng. Indulge in South African, Ghanaian, Nigerian, Cameroonian, Zimbabwean, and Congolese dishes, and enhance your experience with an African beer tasting.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Maboneng Precinct - Maboneng is a community and it’s people are the driving force behind the neighbourhood.
  • Yeoville - Yeoville is one of the most diverse suburbs in South Africa, known for being highly Afro-cosmopolitan with many African nationals found in one square mile. The area is also rich in history and due to the many different…
What's Included
  • Pick up & Drop off
  • All Meals
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Host
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic Beverages
Additional Information

Our African Culinary Journey is accessible in the two highly Afro-global regions of Joburg, renowned for their African gastronomic wealth.
Yeoville (3pm) - recognized as one of South Africa’s most culturally varied suburbs. Its unique Afro-international appeal, marked by a multitude of African inhabitants within just a square mile, and a rich backstory…

Location
Maboneng Precinct
286 Fox Street, Maboneng Precinct, City & Suburban
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(134 Ratings)
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John_l
Sep 23, 2024
Better than Expected! - We enjoyed ourselves immensely! The foods, the sights and the conversations were wonderful. There were only four of us on the tour-my wife and I, along with a mother and daughter who were traveling separately from us. We ate delicious foods from Nigeria, Ethiopia, Zimbabwe and South Africa. Our guide was awesome, making changes on the go, such as the last restaurant which was scheduled to be Egyptian food was very loud and he was able to find us a great South African restaurant in minutes. He was even able to procure some wine for us. We loved every part of the tour.
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Inspire60686072005
Sep 16, 2024
Great experience - M the driver was great. He communicated with us on what time he would be at our hotel and what he was driving. Joe our guide was very good at explaining the different areas we walked through. The food and beer was great and different. I would recommend to anyone looking to see new cultures.
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Troysx8953sp
Sep 16, 2024
Great afternoon - M the driver that picked us up communicated very well with when he would be at our hotel. Joe was our tour guide and very informative. We loved the food and beer. It was a very educational and fun afternoon
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Tasharanurse
Sep 4, 2024
10/10 highly recommend - I had an unforgettable experience on this tour! Even though I was the only participant due to a last-minute cancellation, it turned into a private tour, and it couldn't have been better. I was running late, but the company was incredibly accommodating, which I greatly appreciated. My guide, Joe, was exceptional—his deep knowledge of the history and culture of the areas we visited made every moment fascinating. He also shared insights from his life in South Africa, adding a personal touch that I loved. Exploring different neighborhoods, admiring the local art, and learning about the origins of each area was truly enriching. The food stops were fantastic—every meal was delicious, with generous portions that will definitely satisfy your appetite. Just be sure to start the tour on an empty stomach! My only wish was for a dessert stop to complete the experience. Overall, I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to dive deep into the local culture and history. It’s an experience you won’t want to miss!
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Lisacl2317xv
Jul 28, 2024
Walking tour of street art, with great food - We thought this would be a food tour so I am writing this review to clarify others expectations. I think that a food tour should be all about food, including learning about the ingredients or food culture. This was not what we experienced, if a walking art tour with food stops is your jam, you might love this. Part 1. Stopping at various shops to encourage you to buy from local artists Part 2. Walking around Maboneng to see the many beautiful murals. Part 3. Stopping at “hole in the wall” restaurants to eat where locals eat. Excellent food. We stopped at three restaurants: Nigerian, Ethiopian, and Egyptian (but ate Zulu food). Nkosi, our guide, is Zulu. We enjoyed learning about that culture and my daughter loved the language lesson as he taught her how to say word with the “clicks”. I was disappointed that when I asked about food, ingredients or recipes, I was told to google. I think this was a great experience but should be described differently on trip advisor.
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Olivercv7
Jul 14, 2024
A small touch from Africa!! Food from Nigeria, Etiopía Ganna and Zulu - The driver and tour guy were great, we walk to this different Africa countries small restaurants, share with the people and drink an excellent beer !
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Traci_c
Aug 22, 2024
Good but not as advertised. - The three food stops were fabulous. Good variety of cultures represented. The tour of Maboneng, although interesting, focused more on the art culture and less on the food influence. We didn’t eat our first food until 45 minutes into the tour and really thought we were on the wrong tour. Guide was knowledgeable.
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Dianne_p
Oct 10, 2024
Marginal - Food in Johannesburg is often high quality and relatively inexpensive. This was neither. Food was mediocre at best. Mostly leftovers w no fresh options. Beer wasn’t easily offered and a group of four shared two different bottles in a plastic glass. The tour itself was interesting in a converted industrial area. “Night life” i suppose. The street art was good and worth a visit. Not a place i would visit without a local. Pick up okay with well marked car and driver.
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Natalie_a
Aug 30, 2024
Host was fantastic.... - Host was fantastic. Seemed a little overpriced for eating at 3 places. The food we did have was delicious.
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Mary_z
Sep 11, 2024
We’ll Never Do That Again! - 1. We weren’t notified that driver would pick us up 30 minutes before the tour start time! 2. Upon arrival to tour office, we were immediately accosted and pressured to buy local crafts displayed in the space. 3. Booking specifically states that Alcoholic Beverages are excluded - thus inferring that non-alcoholic beverages are included. At our first tasting when we requested water, guide said NO beverages were included and we had to go to a shop next door to buy our own water! 3. Guide told us we would experience 4 tastings. At the 3rd tasting, the food wasn’t ready (power failure), so we moved on to the fourth tasting. At tour conclusion, guide (who was nice and seemed knowledgeable), offered no apologies, compensation, or substitution for only having 3 vice 4 tastings, and purchasing our own water. 4. We understand that customs may be to eat food using only hands. Suggest that utensils be offered to guests who may be uncomfortable doing so in a group setting, especially after COVID. Alternatively, provide antiseptic wipes and cleansers. 5. We have enjoyed numerous food tours in Asia, Europe, and North America. Every tasting location on tours offers sampling of several foods. This tour provided only one dish at each of the 3 locations! This was the worst food tour we have ever been on! In terms of value for the money - It was definitely NOT worth the $134!
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