CALISTOS SANDTON CITY
Food & Beverage · Portuguese Restaurant

CALISTOS SANDTON CITY

Shop 110 Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton City CNR Rivonia Road & 5th St, Sandton, Gauteng, 2014

Google Maps Updated: 25 May 2026
Authenticity Score: 80/100
About

Calistos in Sandton is a popular spot for Portuguese-style seafood and chicken. Many diners rave about the prawns and the generous portions. However, there's a significant amount of feedback regarding inconsistent service, long waits, and complaints about automatic gratuity charges. It's a hit-or-miss experience that seems to depend heavily on the day and the staff.

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Performance Scores
Food Taste 75/100
Value for Money 65/100
Pro Tip

The prawns are the highlight; definitely order them.

Portuguese
Halal
Pros & Cons

✓ What Works Well

  • Delicious prawns
  • Generous portions
  • Good variety

✗ Areas to Improve

  • Inconsistent service
  • Automatic gratuity complaints
  • Long waits
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Is it halal?
  • Do you take reservations?
  • Why is there an automatic tip?
User Feedback

Great food, hit or miss service

Best prawns in town

Good for groups