AURUM Restaurant

AURUM Restaurant occupies Level 7 of The Leonardo on Maude Street, offering contemporary dining in Sandton with views across Johannesburg. The setting combines a polished high-rise address with a warm, modern interior, making it suited to relaxed lunches, evening meals and special occasions.

The menu is seasonal and eclectic, with Mediterranean influences at its centre. French classical technique meets Italian cooking traditions, while the kitchen places emphasis on generous, honest plates designed for sharing. Vibrant flavours and carefully handled ingredients shape the restaurant’s approach, with the menu changing in step with the seasons.

AURUM’s name is drawn from the Latin word for gold, a theme reflected in the restaurant’s softly glowing atmosphere and attention to detail. The dining room offers a refined but approachable setting, balancing contemporary design with the comfort of a leisurely meal. It works for diners looking for a considered restaurant experience without the formality of a strictly traditional fine-dining room.

Wine plays an important role, with a curated list that focuses strongly on South African producers and is intended to complement the food. AURUM also forms part of a wider collection of dining and hospitality spaces within The Leonardo. Alto 234 provides an elevated cocktail setting, while the Wine Library offers a dedicated space for wine. The Pool Deck brings open-air dining into the mix, and Platinum at Aurum caters for private dining and celebrations.

The restaurant suits couples, small groups, business lunches and guests marking a special occasion. Its combination of seasonal food, sharing-friendly service, wine and high-rise views gives it a flexible character across lunch and dinner. AURUM is also positioned for private functions and gatherings that call for a more tailored setting, with several spaces available within the building.