AURUM Restaurant – “Golden Dining with a View”

Experience modern European flair perched atop Africa's tallest building in Sandton

What Is AURUM Restaurant?

AURUM is a contemporary fine‑dining gem located on the 7th floor of The Leonardo, South Africa’s tallest building in Sandton Central. It marries sleek, cathedral‑like interiors—gold accents, vaulted ceilings, and urban sophistication—with modern European cuisine infused with local touches. With a passion for storytelling through food, each dish reflects sustainability and seasonality, from “seed to plate” 

Location

• Address: The Leonardo, 75 Maude Street, Sandton Central, Johannesburg, GAUTENG, South Africa

• Easily accessible via car or Gautrain (Sandton station). Ample secure parking available in The Leonardo building.

Opening Hours

• Monday – Sunday: 12:00 – 22:00 daily

• With split seating times: lunch from 12:00 to 16:00, and dinner service resuming at 18:00 until 22:00.

Parking

• Onsite, secure & gated: The Leonardo provides guarded parking facilities—ideal for relaxed, stress‑free visits.

Menus & Dining Style

AURUM offers a range of culinary experiences across several menus:

1. Seasonal Lunch & Dinner: Light Solis menus during the day; luxurious Dark (Luna) menus in the evening

2. All‑Day A‑la‑Carte: Breakfast, brunch, lunch, cheese & charcuterie, burgers, and vegan options available on request

3. Specialty Menus:

   • AURUM Winter Menu

   • Beverage, OCTO Bar, Leo’s Deli, ALTO234 menus

   • Stella set‑menus (1, 2, 3 & Nova Stella)

Menu access: You can view and download menus directly via the restaurant’s site under the “Menu” section.

Culinary & Ambience Highlights

• Chef-driven excellence: Headed by Darren O’Donovan and inspired by Paulo Santo’s vision, expect signature dishes like cured springbok, slow-braised pork belly, nostalgic “Afternoon Tea” dessert, and expertly paired sommelier wines.

• Wine Library & Cocktail Bar: Features 99 local and international wines with a dedicated tasting space, and a curated cocktail menu crafted by specialist mixologist Alex Farnell.

• Design & Views: Elegant, voluminous space accommodating ~160 indoors and ~80 on the terrace overlooking the pool and city skyline—an urban oasis to unwind day or night.

Social Media & Contact

• Website/Reservations: aurumrestaurant.co.za (booking via site/email)

• Email: bookings@aurumrestaurant.co.za or info@aurum.kitchen joburg.co.za.

• Instagram: @aurumrestaurantza .

• Facebook: Aurumrestaurant ZA

• Twitter: @Aurumsandton.

A Taste of What to Expect

Imagine settling into a cozy booth at sundown, sipping a signature cocktail beside a shimmering pool, while soaring ceilings glint with golden accents. The evening menu delights with seasonal treasures—perhaps cured game paired with a glass from the wine library—every plate a story, every sip thoughtfully curated. Whether you're celebrating a milestone or simply escaping the city buzz, AURUM delivers layers of sophistication and soul.

Why You’ll Love AURUM

• Premier location in Sandton’s skyline with breathtaking views

• Luxurious, versatile menus—from casual brunch to indulgent 5‑star dinner

• Dynamic social spaces: dining room, terrace, wine library, cocktail bars

• Superb accessibility with secure parking & public transit options

• Social media-savvy with regular event nights (e.g., Tuesday indulgence dinners)

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Let AURUM be your next elevated escape—where food, friends, and atmosphere come together in golden style.