Looking for the best Thursday Restaurant Specials Johannesburg has to offer? Thursday is that sweet spot between the working week and the weekend, making it one of the most popular nights to head out for dinner, 
drinks or a relaxed catch-up with friends. Restaurants across Johannesburg regularly offer Thursday dining specials, with everything from discounted steaks and burgers to sushi promotions, pizza deals, set menus, seafood offers and food-and-drink combinations. This guide brings together some of the latest Thursday restaurant specials in Johannesburg, helping diners find good-value meals across areas such as Sandton, Rosebank, Fourways, Bryanston, Melville and Johannesburg CBD.
Thursday often feels like the unofficial start of the weekend, and many Johannesburg restaurants lean into that with attractive promotions designed to bring diners through the doors. Popular Thursday restaurant specials can include steak and grill deals, burger and chips offers, pizza promotions, sushi discounts, seafood specials, reduced-price set menus, two-for-one offers, food-and-drink combinations, cocktail and wine promotions, sharing platters, early-evening dining deals and date-night menus. These offers can make Thursday a particularly good night for anyone looking to enjoy a restaurant meal while keeping the bill a little more manageable.
If seafood had a red carpet, these prawns would be the ones striking a pose. At the Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton, the spotlight is on the Prawn Kataifi special—and it’s every bit as glamorous (and delicious) as it sounds. For R150, guests can enjoy succulent prawns wrapped in a delicate, golden-crisp kataifi […] More
When it comes to indulgence, few things rival the rich, juicy flavour of lamb cooked just right—and at the Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton, they’ve perfected it with their latest showstopper: the Lamb Rump special. For R345, diners can sink their teeth into flame-grilled lamb rump, cooked to perfection so it’s tender, juicy, […] More
There are some dishes that feel like a nod to heritage, and others that surprise you with just how elegant comfort food can be. At the Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton, the Ox Tongue special manages to be both—a proudly South African favourite, reimagined with sophistication. For just R145, guests can savour tender, […] More
Sometimes the best things really do come in small packages—and at the Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton, that package is the Pork Belly Bites. For just R115, these crispy, juicy, and downright addictive bites are glazed in a luscious honey-soy reduction, creating that perfect sweet-savory balance. To keep things interesting, they’re paired with […] More
There’s comfort food, and then there’s pasta done right—and at the Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton, they’re serving up a dish that’s guaranteed to hit all the right notes: the Chicken Rigatoni special. For R245, guests can dive into a bowl of perfectly cooked rigatoni, tossed in a rich garlic sauce that’s silky, […] More
Who says veggie can’t be bold? At the Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton, the humble taco has been reinvented with a colourful, flavour-packed twist: the Beetroot Taco. For just R80, guests can tuck into a taco that’s anything but ordinary. Think roasted beetroot, balanced with the tangy sweetness of Peppadew, a kick of […] More
Dessert isn’t just the last course—it’s the grand finale, and at the Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton, they’re making sure it’s one to remember. This season, their dessert specials are here to turn any meal into a celebration of sweetness, texture, and indulgence. 🍮 Shake Your Panna Cotta – R140 Silky, smooth, and […] More
At the Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton, dining is never just dining—it’s an experience. And their latest special proves just that. Get ready for a dish that’s bold, comforting, and bursting with flavour: the 3 Duck Pancakes. For R130, guests can tuck into three savoury pancakes filled to the brim with juicy, shredded […] More
Heritage Month in South Africa is all about celebrating traditions—and at the Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton, they’ve found a deliciously indulgent way to raise a glass to heritage. Enter the Melktert Dream Dom Pedro: a creamy, dreamy twist on the classic dessert cocktail that blends smooth vanilla ice cream with the unmistakable […] More
When it comes to little luxuries, Coffee on Twenty at the Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton knows how to deliver. This season, they’re rolling out a trio of treats that are as indulgent as they are irresistible—each one crafted to add a little extra joy to your day. ✨ Fluffy. Creamy. Irresistible: Dalgona […] More
Sometimes, the best part of the day isn’t the main course—it’s the little indulgences that follow. At The Bull Run in Sandton, those indulgences come in the form of their irresistible Coffee & Cheesecake special. For just R110, guests can enjoy a generous slice of The Bull Run’s signature cheesecake—rich, creamy, and topped with just […] More
There’s only one kind of madness everyone can agree on—and it’s served in a salt-rimmed glass at the Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton. Say hello to Margarita Madness, the cocktail special turning ordinary nights into unforgettable ones at The Bull Run, Lords Bar, and Destination Lounge & Bar. From September through November, guests […] More