Marble
7.4Friend Score / 10#8 of 15 Restaurants in Johannesburg
Known forTomahawk ribs steak (1.2kg)wood-fired octopusseabass from the coalslobster surf 'n' turf
David Higgs's flame-cooking temple on the Keyes Art Mile rooftop — a grand wood-fired grill, serious wine list and Joburg's power-dining crowd. A friend sends you for a celebration steak with skyline views. Caveat: it's the city's see-and-be-seen room, so budget accordingly (roughly R750-plus per head for three courses before wine) and book well ahead.
Key facts
| Hours | Daily 12:00–22:00 |
|---|---|
| Price | $$$$ |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
| Nearest transit | Gautrain Rosebank station, about a 10-minute walk to Keyes Avenue |
| Time needed | 2-3 hours |
| Best time to go | Sunset booking (around 18:00) for golden light over the trees; the Restaurant Week set lunch is the value play |
| Last verified | July 12, 2026 |
Friend Score
7.4/10- Value6.5
- iconic7.5
- Freshness9.2
- Crowd level6.0
- Authenticity7.0
- Accessibility8.5
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get to Marble without driving?
- Gautrain to Rosebank, then a 10-minute walk (or 3-minute Uber) to Keyes Avenue. There's secure parking in the Trumpet building if you do drive.
- What kind of restaurant is Marble?
- Fine dining built around a giant wood-fired grill — chef David Higgs cooks meat, fish, vegetables and breads over open flame, a luxe take on the South African braai. It sits on the rooftop level of Trumpet on Keyes in Rosebank's art district.
- Is there a dress code?
- Smart casual and the crowd dresses up — this is one of Joburg's glamour rooms. You won't be turned away in neat jeans, but you may feel underdone.
- Do I need to book Marble?
- Yes — weekends and any evening go quickly, sometimes weeks out for prime times. Book online via their site or Dineplan; walk-ins occasionally get bar seats.
- What are Marble's hours?
- Open daily from 12:00 until around 22:00, serving lunch through dinner. The adjoining Marble Bar runs its own cocktail service with the same view.
- How expensive is Marble?
- Top-of-market for Joburg: plan on roughly R750 or more per person for three courses before drinks, with premium steaks well above that. The Restaurant Week set lunches (recently around R395-R495 for two-three courses) are the smart way in on a budget.
- Is Marble good for vegetarians?
- Better than a steakhouse has any right to be — the grill treats vegetables seriously, and there are dedicated plant-forward dishes. Tell them when booking and the kitchen looks after you.
- What should I order at Marble?
- Something that touches the fire: the aged beef cuts are the signature, but the flame-grilled fish and the vegetable sides off the coals hold their own. Leave room for the bread service — it's famous for a reason.
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- RosebankNeighborhood0.37 km · 5 min walk
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