South Africa’s biggest shopping mall launches a R100 million development with a Pantry and a Tashas

Fourways Mall has launched a R100 million upmarket development, The View, in Johannesburg, featuring premium dining and retail offerings, including Tashas and The Pantry.

Positioned on a prime corner at the intersection of Cedar Road and Witkoppen Road, construction is officially underway on The View.

The development forms part of the broader repositioning of Fourways Mall, aligned with the strategy set by JSE-listed REIT Accelerate Property Fund, as co-owner of the asset.

With construction set to continue throughout 2026, The View responds to Fourways’ long-standing demand for high-end dining and lifestyle experiences.

Certain tenants, such as The Pantry and Tashas, have drawn particular excitement, as they will be opening their first locations in the Fourways region.

Once completed, the R100 million development will further define the Fourways precinct, anchored by the mall.

The View has been designed to take full advantage of its elevated position and will offer a rare outlook over Johannesburg, with sweeping views across the Fourways landscape.

From a development perspective, convenience guided every aspect of the planning. Multiple access points from Cedar Road, Witkoppen Road and Fourways Boulevard will ensure guests arrive smoothly.

Wayfinding from within the mall, including a direct pedestrian route past the iStore, will make The View easy to reach on foot.

Security booms are being introduced to support a safe shopping experience, with one hour of free parking and free parking after 5 pm. Shoppers will also be able to park on every retail level.

Upgraded parking areas and enhanced landscaping, supported by a tree-planting initiative with Johannesburg City Parks, will add to the sense of a lush green, welcoming precinct.

The Pantry and Tashas make their Fourways debut

The View’s tenant line-up has been curated around lifestyle, leisure and quality, with a strong focus on destination dining, beauty and wellness.

On the ground floor, The Pantry will open in September 2026, offering a full grocery experience with an in-store butchery, gourmet products, speciality wines, hot meals, a bespoke bakery and ice cream parlour.

“The Pantry’s new store reflects confidence in the destination’s direction,” said Marble Hospitality Group co-founder Gary Kyriacou.

“Fourways represents energy, growth and community, and Pantry is built for exactly that. The quality of the space and the ease of access made this the right move for the brand, and we are proud to be part of what The View is becoming.”

Joining it will be Tashas, bringing the popular all-day dining offering to Fourways for the first time. Tashas Group CEO & Founder Natasha Sideris explained that they have long had their eye on the region.

“Now that we have found the right partner and location, we’re very excited to open our doors and become part of this vibrant community,” she said.

“We can’t wait to bring our style of inspired hospitality to the area – beautiful food, a thoughtfully designed space, and warm, engaging service.”

“Our hope is always the same: that we become part of the fabric of the neighbourhood in the way so many of our locations throughout South Africa have become over the years.”

Fournos Bakery is set to open on 1 May 2026, adding its well-known bakery café experience, while Liquor Lane will complete the convenience layer with a premium liquor selection.

The lower floor will introduce spaces designed for longer, more social visits. A Clay Café will open in mid-2026 and will sit alongside Nonna’s Italian Grill.

The upper level will house several established favourites. Mangwanani Spa, which has already been trading since November 2025, is relocating to The View. Popsicle Nails and The Piercery will bring beauty and personal style to the mix.

The View’s design

The architectural vision for The View has been led by MDS Architecture, with a clear focus on flow, light and a strong sense of place.

According to Pierre Lahaye, the brief was to move beyond a conventional retail strip and create a space that people want to spend time in.

“Our vision for The View is to transform a value centre retail space into a refined lifestyle destination that celebrates its extraordinary context,” he said.

“Clean, contemporary lines and premium tactile materials will help create a calm, aspirational atmosphere, while a three-level atrium, conceived as a sophisticated hotel lobby, will anchor the space and draw people through it.”

“This central volume will allow the restaurant precinct to unfold across multiple levels while opening up uninterrupted views over the nearby mountain range.”

Quality and longevity have been central to the design approach. Flanagan & Gerard’s Financial Director, John Holley, explained that The View will play a key role in strengthening the wider Fourways Mall precinct.

“The redevelopment of The View represents a key milestone in redefining the precinct as a cohesive, lifestyle-led destination,” he said.

“Its position at the corner of Cedar and Witkoppen Roads offers an unrivalled setting for a premium convenience centre. Our focus has been on introducing best-of-breed retailers that bring distinctive, experience-driven concepts to Fourways.”

“The architectural quality was a priority because the environment matters. It shapes how people feel and how they spend their time.”