Gigi Restaurant – Global Small Plates & Stylish Vibes in Waterfall

Plate-hopping through South African-inspired tastes fused with global flair—set in the heart of Midrand

What Is It?

Gigi Restaurant, located in the vibrant Waterfall Corner Shopping Centre, is your go-to for a casual-fine dining experience that effortlessly blends South African soul with international flavors. Think inventive small plates meant for sharing, rotating tasting menus, and a curated wine list—all served in a stylish, design-led dining room with community tables and intimate corners. Each visit feels like a culinary journey with friends, where the menu sparks conversation and every dish surprises.

Location & Access

• Address: Shop 27, Waterfall Corner Shopping Centre, cnr Waterfall Drive & Woodmead Drive, Midrand, Johannesburg 2090

• Located within the bustling Waterfall Corner precinct: easily accessible from both Gauteng highways and public transport routes.

Opening Hours

• Monday–Sunday:

  • Lunch: 12:00–15:00

  • Dinner: 18:00–22:00

• Doors open daily—soon as summer 2023, offering flexible, full-week service 

Parking

• Complimentary parking available at Waterfall Corner – safe, ample, and convenient for diners.

• Access via basement or mall-level lots with clear signage.

Menu & Experience

1. Sharing-style Small Plates: Rotating selections like Gigi Mole & Eggs, Spanish Omelette Croissant, and Heirloom Tomato Salad (~R95 each) 

2. Monthly Tasting Menu: Intimate chef’s table experience—monthly themes, limited seats—book ahead at +27 10 443 9711 

3. Drinks List: Thoughtful wine pairings, craft cocktails, local spirits—menu available on site or via reservation.

View full menus & reserve: www.gigirestaurant.co.za (link via Instagram bio)

Reservations & Socials

• Instagram: @gigi_jhb — for visual storytelling, dish reveals, tasting announcements

• Facebook: Gigi Restaurant — community updates & events

• Bookings: Reserve tables and tasting spots via web booking form or call/text +27 10 443 9711

What to Expect

Gigi mixes the best of casual and upscale—small but powerful plates designed to surprise the palate, paired with carefully selected drinks. Whether you’re at a communal table soaking up the open kitchen’s energy, or in a cosy booth at the back, expect warm service and compelling culinary creativity. Monthly tasting events bring an exclusive edge—great for date-night or celebrating in style.

Why You’ll Love It

• Fresh, inventive dishes showcasing local ingredients and worldly technique

• Intimate chef’s-table evenings fostered by a rotating menu and chef’s commentary

• Comfortable yet contemporary design in a lively dining precinct

• Flexible booking—either casual lunch or elevated evening out—and relaxed luxury feels

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Gigi Restaurant—where sharing is stylish, and every plate tells a story.