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Barristers Grill & Cafe on Main
- Breakfast
- Barristers Pub Lunch Special
- Starters & Salads
- Main Menu
- Desserts
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- BreakfastBreakfasts are served from Opening Times until 13:00 everyday, with the the exception of our Full English Breakfast, which is available until 18:00. All breakfasts are served with a free cup of coffee, tea or glass of orange juice, toasted white, brown or sour-dough bread and our home-made jam. If that isn’t a mouthful, then our breakfasts, certainly are!
- Bacon & EggsR 85.00Two fried eggs, scrambled, poached, or boiled with crispy bacon and baked beans, if you’d like.
- Mince on ToastR 80.00Rich savoury mince, served on a slice of toast with fried egg on top!
- Smashed Avo on Toast (v)R 75.00Fresh avo served on toast with a twist.
- ShakshukaR 95.00Mediterranean spicy tomato relish with eggs.
- Barristers OmeletteR 110.00Our three egg omelette with any three fillings (cheddar, tomato, bacon, mushrooms, spinach, feta or chives). It takes time to prepare, so don't order if you're in a hurry!
- Full English BreakfastR 145.00Two eggs made to order with bacon, grilled tomato, grilled mushrooms and pork sausage. Served from 10am until 6pm.
Menu last updated: 10 Jul 2025Menus are deemed correct at time of publication but may vary over time. It is the responsibility of the restaurant to maintain the menu and ensure prices are up to date.
- Barristers Pub Lunch SpecialWe have been serving our ever-popular Pub Lunch Specials since 2011. Available everyday from 11am until 6pm. On Public Holidays we add R15 overtime premium. Orders to be in before 6pm
- Steak, Egg & ChipsR 135.00Just like that - sirloin steak with a fried egg and chips!
- Bangers & MashR 120.00
- Fish & ChipsR 135.00Crispy beer batterd Hake or grilled Hake in lemon butter served with either chips or salad.
- Calamari StripsR 135.00Grilled, crumbed or fried in a masala paste.
- Chicken SchnitzelR 130.00Chicken fillet lightly crumbed with a panko coating and served either chips, salad or vegetables and a sauce of your choice.
- Grilled Herbed Chicken BreastR 120.00
- Chicken LiversR 95.00Sauteed with smoky bacon, onions and creamy masala sauce and served with fresh bread.
- Chicken or Vegetable Thai Green CurryR 110.00A spicy fragrant Thai styled, coconut curry. Served with either egg noodles or rice.
- Barristers Masala CurryR 110.00Chicken, beef or vegetables with egg noodles or rice.
- Spaghetti BolognaiseR 105.00
- Pasta CarbonaraR 105.00
- Aubergine Au ParmesanR 120.00
- Cottage PieR 120.00Savoury mince meat topped with mashed potato and grilled, served with vegetables or chips
- Grilled Chicken or Calamari SaladR 110.00Green salad with olives and feta topped with either grilled chicken or calamari.
- Herbed Chicken WrapR 120.00Grilled, crumbed or masala with avocado, lettuce, mayo and mozzarella.
- Parmesan Chicken WrapR 120.00Basil pesto mayo, avocado and lettuce.
- Green SaladR 95.00
- Beef & Ale Pie - Fridays only (L/S)R 145.00
- OystersR 40.00Freshly delivered to us on a Friday morning.
Menu last updated: 10 Jul 2025Menus are deemed correct at time of publication but may vary over time. It is the responsibility of the restaurant to maintain the menu and ensure prices are up to date.
- Starters & Salads
- Fresh Oysters – Only on FridaysR 40.00Served in the traditional way, on ice with a wedge of lemon and Tabasco sauce. We buy fresh oysters, when available, in limited numbers, for sale on Fridays.
- Barristers Tomato SoupR 55.00Neapolitan styled tomato soup. Served with toasted or fresh bread.
- Crumbed MushroomsR 100.00Crumbed, deep fried and served with tartar sauce.
- Giant Brown MushroomR 120.00A blast from the past - grilled, with Napolitana sauce, creamed spinach and melted goat's cheese.
- Chicken LiversR 95.00Chicken Livers sauteed with smoky bacon, onion, masala spice and cream, served with fresh bread.
- Baked Camembert - Half roundR 85.00Camembert baked in olive oil and rosemary and served with toasted sourdough.
- Baked Camembert - Full roundR 120.00Camembert baked in olive oil and rosemary and served with toasted sourdough.
- EscargotR 105.00Snails, gently pan fried with bacon and garlic butter. Served with fresh bread.
- Grilled CalamariR 140.00Calamari strips grilled in chilli lemon butter or our masala paste or crumbed.
- Buffalo WingsR 95.00Four chicken wings tossed in house Buffalo sauce. Hot or mild… please be warned!
- Barristers Mixed SaladR 90.00Lettuce, courgettes, tomatoes, cucumber, sprouts, carrots, olives, avocado, feta, croutons and radishes.
- Roquefort & Bacon SaladR 125.00Bacon, grilled mushrooms, mixed leaves, blue cheese crumbs, toasted sunflower and sesame seeds, parmesan croutons with Roquefort herb dressing on the side.
- Barristers Chicken SaladR 125.00Herb Chicken breast marinated with sundried tomatoes and capers, grilled and served with a creamy herb dressing on a bed of; fresh greens, crispy cabbage, salsa, cucumber, radish, minted peas, toasted sunflower and sesame seeds.
- Barristers Roasted Beetroot and Butternut SaladR 95.00Healthy roasted baby beetroot and diced butternut tossed in a delicious dressing, with rocket and feta.
Menu last updated: 10 Jul 2025Menus are deemed correct at time of publication but may vary over time. It is the responsibility of the restaurant to maintain the menu and ensure prices are up to date.
- Main Menu
- Burgers & Club SandwichesPrices include a serving of Chips & Onion Rings
- Regular Beef or Chicken BurgerR 110.00Our homemade beef patty or tender chicken breast grilled or crumbed, with fresh onion, sliced tomato, free range gherkins and a lettuce leaf to keep Mum happy.
- Cheese Burger - Beef/ChickenR 125.00Our regular burger with cheddar, crumbed blue cheese or slices of camembert.
- Vegetarian Mushroom BurgerR 130.00A giant mushroom, grilled in garlic butter, with onion, tomato, free range gherkins, lettuce, caramelised onions and sliced camembert.
- Bacon & Cheese BurgerR 135.00Regular burger with bacon and melted cheddar cheese.
- Parmesan Chicken BurgerR 135.00Marinated chicken strips coated in parmesan cheese, grilled until golden brown. Topped with avocado, streaky bacon and caramelized onions.
- Bacon & Roquefort BurgerR 140.00Regular burger with bacon and a rich Roquefort sauce.
- Caramelized Onion, Camembert & Streaky BaconR 150.00This burger is exactly as described... above, inside and below!
- Bacon & Avo BurgerR 165.00Regular burger with streaky bacon and avocado slices; not inside but on top!
- Club SandwichR 130.00Bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomato and chicken mayo. Toasted on white or brown bread.
- Steaks & Grill
- Sirloin 200gR 175.00
- Sirloin 300gR 225.00
- Sirloin 500gR 345.00
- Rump 200gR 165.00
- Rump 300gR 215.00
- Rump 500gR 325.00
- Fillet 200gR 240.00
- Fillet 300gR 310.00
- Speciality Steaksa cut of your choice from above prepared in the following styles
- Brandy Pepper Butter SteakR 40.00Grilled and served with Brandy Pepper Butter. An absolute winner!
- Baristers Gavel SteakR 55.00Grilled and topped with bacon, onion, cream and masala spice. Livers are optional so please advise your waitron if you do not want livers.
- Red Wine and Mushroom SteakR 50.00Grilled and served with mushrooms in a red wine sauce. Livers are optional so please advisor your waitron if you do not want livers.
- Carnivore Connoisseaur
- Espetada SteakR 235.00Grilled fillet cubes, served on a skewer with peppers, onions and a large measure of brandy-pepper or garlic butter.
- Pork Ribs - 300gR 190.00Pork Ribs, slow cooked and marinated on our secret rib basting sauce and sprinkled lightly with sesame seeds.
- Pork Ribs - 600gR 315.00Pork Ribs, slow cooked and marinated on our secret rib basting sauce and sprinkled lightly with sesame seeds.
- Lamb ChopsR 270.00Three choice grade loin chops basted, grilled and served with traditional mint jelly.
- Hearty Meals & Stir-Fry
- Barristers Masala CurryR 150.00Chicken, beef or vegetables - served with egg noodles or rice.
- Thai Green CurryR 125.00Barristers styled Thai green Curry with chicken or vegetables - served with egg noddles or rice.
- Beef BurgundyR 195.00Beef Bourguignon is a delicious beef stew with bacon, carrots, onions, red wine, thyme and mushrooms. Presented in our tradional cast iron pot and served with rice or mash.
- Pasta
- Chicken Mushroom FettuccineR 145.00Grilled herbed chicken, mushrooms, bacon with olive oil and served with crème fraiche and salsa.
- Mushroom FettuccineR 135.00Grilled herbed mushrooms, served with creme fraiche & salsa.
- Creamy Bacon & Sundried Tomato FetattuccineR 150.00Creamy Bacon with sundried tomatoes, garlic, olives capers, feta and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese.
- Fettuccine CarbonaraR 145.00Smokey bacon, garlic, cream and Parmesan cheese.
- Fettuccine BolognaiseR 140.00Barristers bolognaise sauce.
- Aubergine Au ParmesanR 140.00Layers of aubergine, napolitana sauce, herbs and Parmesan cheese.
- Seafood
- Fresh HakeR 155.00Fresh hake, either battered and deep fried or grilled in lemon butter and served with tartar sauce.
- Grilled CalamariR 175.00Calamari strips grilled in chilli lemon butter or our masala paste or crumbed and served with a side of your choice and tartar sauce.
- Patagonian SquidR 240.00Squid tubes and tentacles lightly grilled in chilli lemon butter or our masala paste or crumbed served with a side of your choice and tartar sauce.
- Grilled SoleR 215.00East coast sole grilled in lemon butter.
- Chicken
- Chicken SchnitzelR 155.00Chicken fillet lightly crumbed with panko coating and served as a main course with a twist of lemon and a sauce of your choice.
- Chicken ParmesanR 160.00Fillets of chicken breasts grilled with parmesan cheese and served with a tomato basil pesto sauce.
- Barristers Coq-au-VinR 195.00Deboned chicken things braised in red wine, onions, carrots, mushrooms, bacon and thyme. Served with rice or mash.
Menu last updated: 10 Jul 2025Menus are deemed correct at time of publication but may vary over time. It is the responsibility of the restaurant to maintain the menu and ensure prices are up to date.
- DessertsWe also offer a wide selection of Cognacs, Liqueurs, Irish Coffees, Whiskies, Dom Pedro's & Milkshakes.
- Ice Cream & Hot Chocolate SauceR 50.00Barristers is famous for its Hot Chocolate Sauce, which is true to our original 1980 recipe. Simmered for hours to give one of the richest, velvety chocolate sauces in Cape Town.
- Cape Malva PuddingR 50.00A traditional hot sticky cape malva pudding. Served piping hot with custard, cream or ice cream.
- Berry Meringue CoulisR 50.00Ice Cream, meringue and mixed berry coulis. Perfect for summer, crunchy and delicious!
- Pecan Nut Fudge PieR 60.00Pecans are definitely good for you and fudge is one of the greatest comfort foods around. We don’t skimp on the pecans or the fudge and neither should you. Enjoy with cream or ice cream.
- White Chocolate Créme BrûleeR 60.00Our traditional vanilla and custard créme brûlee, with melted white chocolate. Crack open the caramel top and dive right in!
- Dark Chocolate Cheese CakeR 70.00This silky, rich and deeply luxurious chocolate cheesecake is back due to popular demand.
Menu last updated: 03 Sep 2024Menus are deemed correct at time of publication but may vary over time. It is the responsibility of the restaurant to maintain the menu and ensure prices are up to date.
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