NARANJ

I’m Nick Hamman and if you’re looking for delicious Syrian halal food, served inside a beautiful setting, you need to come and check out Naranj in Partktown North Johannesburg and be treated to the warm and friendly service of Naigel and Ahmed, who’ve proudly brought the flavours of Damascus to Mzansi

Syrian cuisine is a symphony of warm spices, citrusy tang, and slow-cooked richness, shaped by centuries of trade, empire, and migration across the ancient crossroads of the Middle East. Influenced by Ottoman, Persian, and Mediterranean traditions, it balances earthy depth with bright, fresh notes, echoing the resilience and diversity of a land once at the heart of civilization.

In more recent times, Syria has been torn apart by a brutal war that forced millions to flee the homes, histories, and communities they loved. Many, including those who found refuge in South Africa, carry with them the pain of loss and the strength to rebuild — preserving their culture through food, memory, and quiet resilience.

Eating here encompasses all of these truths, the owners are deeply passionate about showing off their culture and flavours and the result is a taste-bud tantalizing, totally transporting gastronomic experience.

I would highly recommend checking out Naranj for Mediterranean magic in the heart of Africa and I’ve left their details in the caption. Make sure to give me a follow for more incredible adventures

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Address: 40 7th Avenue, Corner 3rd Ave, Parktown North, Randburg, 2193

Phone: 069 977 7949

Menu: narang.co.za