Mike's Kitchen Louis Trichardt

I recently visited Mike’s Kitchen, and I must say the experience felt very different from what I remembered. Back in 2021, I always saw Mike’s Kitchen as a more upmarket restaurant, especially when it came to food presentation—it used to feel exciting and well thought out. This time around, however, I was a bit disappointed. I ordered ribs with wings and rice, and while the ribs were flavourful and definitely hit the spot, the overall presentation of the plate fell short. It just wasn’t visually appealing, and that excitement that usually comes with eating out—or even creating content around the food—was missing. The wings were quite ordinary, nothing memorable. I also ordered an avocado and biltong salad, but unfortunately, it didn’t work for me. The vegetable cuts were far too large, making the salad unpleasant to eat. There was very little avocado and biltong, while the tomato slices were oversized and the lettuce barely cut at all, which really affected the experience. I won’t say much about the rice—it looked quite average. The takeaway packaging for the doggy bag also felt underwhelming. It lacked any Mike’s Kitchen branding and came across more like generic takeaway packaging, which didn’t align with the image I associate with the restaurant. On a positive note, the waiters and waitresses were great—full of energy, friendly, and attentive. Their service was definitely a highlight. I just hope the kitchen can match that same energy by revisiting the standards and presentation that once made Mike’s Kitchen stand out.

So this was my first time coming to this restaurant...kitchen. They need to upgrade their takeaway packaging, their packaging made me feel like its expensive and not cheap (if that make sense) i felt like i was from Kota corner somewhere and payed more for something i can get cheap in another place Now the burger was good but too much avocados for my liking. The pork i got was just okay, i cook myself so i wish it was better than my cooking. The girl who helped me was very gind and i love the fact that they give their Waiters the ir TIPS NO FIVE STARS BECAUSE OF THE PACKAGING. Really disappointed me

This restaurant has definitely gone down in quality and service since I was last here. While the food was enjoyable, the presentation was lacking as well as the service. We had a server who gave us menus left us before we took our orders and almost 15 minutes later, we flag a different waiter. Everything was fine until it came to pay where the waiter inserted his own tip on the card machine and demands compensation for giving us 2 bones to take home for our dog and threatening us. Safe to say, we were not happy and will not be coming back.

Been here many times over the years. Service is brilliant and friendly. Food is delicious and the beer is ice cold.

Pictures as is and was not manipulated or edited ©️ copyright blackjohannes. Mike's kitchen is an institution in SA like Spur. Great to differentiate with a unique interior of black and white chessboard-like tiles. The style might not be for everyone, but is unique and has a good atmosphere. I have never been a big fan, but being in a small town in Limpopo it was good to give it a try. Luckily they had great specials of rump steak and ribs. Well price and great value for money. Love the sizzling hot plates for steak and they did it too perfection. Medium rare and one well done. Spinach is great. It is spinach you can taste with bit of cream, not cream with bit of spinach. The pap was cooked well. Service was efficient, even at closing time. Music was horrible and spoil the atmosphere. If you want to go and eat at a nightclub, then I will go there. Not in a "family restaurant". It is as if the waiters play music for themselves. It spoiled the evening.

One of my go to spots for the perfect Latte or good glass of Pinot Noir. Always happy with the meals and the healthier options too. Service is also great specifically from Cornelius and Bheki. Never disappointed

I got the best Service from Ado, very calm And collected gentleman. The food was amazing and the gentleman topped it with an amazing service to make my experience beautiful

we were passing the mall and we wanted to grab something to eat quickly. We went to Mike's Kitchen and ended up being there for 3hours which was way longer that we planned and not because they were slow but we were enjoying every moment of being there. We were served with delicious food and the other reason was the covid rules were observed. I won't hesitate next time when I'm in Makhado to visit again, the friendly staff and 5star service says it all.👏👏👏 Mix grill was a blast💃💃💃