The Kitchen of Oz: Smash Burgers, Brisket and Big Flavour in Emmarentia

The local burger joint winning over Joburg with flavour bombs and real comfort food

Nestled in the quiet streets of Emmarentia, The Kitchen of Oz does not look like the kind of place to win awards. But step inside, or scroll through their socials, and you will quickly see why this small kitchen has become a big name on Joburg’s foodie scene.

Halal-certified, flavour-forward, and proudly local, The Kitchen of Oz is turning comfort food into something crave-worthy, one smoked brisket burger at a time.

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Not Your Average Takeaway

This is no cookie-cutter burger joint. According to their team, the kitchen is built around “a magical twist on your old-school fast foods,” and the menu lives up to the hype. Their smoked brisket smash burger has earned them the title of Best Burger in Johannesburg, according to Halal Dining.

With almost 17,000 Instagram followers and rave reviews across Facebook and Uber Eats, this hidden gem has built its cult status dish by dish.

What’s Cooking? Local Favourites You Can’t Skip

The Uber Eats menu reads like a greatest hits playlist:

• Smoked Brisket Smash Burger: two smashed beef patties, brisket, melted cheese, spicy mayo

• Double Smash Burger: rich, beefy, and perfect for purists

• Toasted Steak Special: grilled steak, onions, and sauce on toasted bread

• Tikka Chicken Burger, Jou’Beef Burger, Aged Rump and Chips, and Pita Smash specials

• Beef Ribs and Chips: generously portioned and seriously smoky

The burgers are big, the seasoning is bold, and the sauces are house-made. No shortcuts, no skimping.

Image 1: Facebook/The Kitchen of OZ

Social Media Reactions: Foodie Hype You Can Taste

The Kitchen of Oz is all over Joburg food TikTok and Instagram. One fan called their pita smash “flavour bombs in every bite,” while another declared it “unreal, worth every cent.”

Their posts show sizzling grills, close-ups of saucy smash stacks, and behind-the-scenes prep, the kind of real-food energy Joburg locals love.

Hours, Info, and How to Order

Location: 103/5 Komatie Street, Emmarentia, Johannesburg 2195
Phone/WhatsApp: 061 932 8001

Hours:

• Closed on Mondays
• Hours vary

(Menu available on Uber Eats and updated via their Instagram highlights and WhatsApp.)

Why This Place Matters

In a city flooded with chain-store food, The Kitchen of Oz stands out by doing the basics brilliantly. Their secret? Fresh ingredients, big flavour and a loyal local following.

It is the kind of spot where students, families, and serious burger fans meet in the middle, not for the vibes or the décor but for pure, powerful flavour.

If you have not been yet, this is your sign.

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Source: Instagram/@kitchenofoz, Facebook/The Kitchen of OZ, Uber Eats

Featured Image: Facebook/The Kitchen of OZ