Braai Menu: Open-Fire Meat from Our Own Butchery, Cape Town
Every cut of meat at Kronendal 1713 comes from our own butchery and is grilled over open fire in our open-air kitchen. Grilled steaks, braai classics and African-inspired dishes, in a Cape Dutch National Monument on an estate granted in 1713, built around flame, simplicity and sharing.
Small bites
| French Fries Add garlic aioli R25. | R45 |
| Onion Rings Crispy homemade beer-battered onion rings. | R55 |
| Chicken Bites Crumbed chicken nuggets. | R65 |
| Cheese Balls Crispy fried Cheddar and Gouda. | R95 |
| Chicken Wings Sticky beer-battered chicken wings. | R135 |
| Calamari Rings Panko-crumbed, served with tartar sauce. | R120 |
| Bavarian Pretzel Traditional pretzel, soft inside with a golden crust and coarse salt. | R35 |
Grilled steaks and open-fire braai
Seasoned with our in-house spices and served with fries.
| Sirloin 300g. Tender, lean beef with a fat cap. | R235 |
| Rump 300g. Strong beefy flavour with a firm bite. | R235 |
| Fillet 200g. Tenderest cut, with subtle flavour. | R235 |
| Ribeye 400g. Rich flavour with moderate marbling. | R425 |
| Lamb Loin Chops 400g. Seasoned with braai zest and a squeeze of lemon. | R345 |
| Smoked Pork Loin Ribs 800g. Basted with roasted fennel and burnt honey butter. | R375 |
| Smoked Brisket Juicy, tender slices served with chimichurri. | R195 |
| Charred Corn Basted in curry butter and topped with Maldon salt. | R50 |
| Flame-Grilled Vegetables Seasonal vegetables. | R115 |
For the table
| Tomahawk Steak 1.5kg. Compound butter, bone marrow and fries. Recommended to share. | Price on request |
| T-Bone Steak 800g. Sirloin and tender fillet, united by the bone for full flavour. | Price on request |
| Sunday Bavarian Pork Knuckle Slow-roasted until tender with a crisp golden crust. | R145 |
| Saturday Wiesn-Hendl Bavarian-style roast chicken, golden and crisp outside, juicy and tender inside. | R145 |
| Crispy Platter Onion rings, chicken bites, cheese balls and chicken wings. | R225 |
Burgers
| Wagyu Beef Burger Wagyu patty, smoked Cheddar, burger mayo and pickled onions on a brioche bun. Served with fries. | R170 |
| Spicy Chicken Burger Crumbed chicken, spicy coriander sauce, pickled onions and cucumbers. Served with fries. | R155 |
| Add-ons Cheddar, bacon or pickled jalapeño. | R20 |
Salads
| Coleslaw Crisp cabbage slaw with a creamy, lightly tangy dressing. | R50 |
| Green Salad Classic green salad with a white wine vinaigrette. | R70 |
| Chicken Caesar Bacon, croutons and Parmesan with traditional Caesar dressing. | R135 |
| German Potato Salad Mayo, potatoes, onions, bacon and eggs. | R75 |
Braai classics
| Braai Broodjie Simple and traditional, served with Kronendal crisps. | R60 |
| Roasted Bone Marrow Buttery bone marrow with sourdough ciabatta and confit garlic. | R95 |
| Boerewors A quick snack, served with Kronendal crisps. | R80 |
| Boerewors Roll Chef's special: boerewors, bacon jam and onion relish. | R115 |
Seafood
| Fresh Knysna Oysters Served chilled with mignonette. | R35 |
| Tempura Prawns Served with Cape Malay curry mayo. | R190 |
| Fish of the Day Ask your waiter about today's catch. | Price on request |
| Hout Bay Fish & Chips Hofbräu beer-battered hake, fries and tartar sauce. | R160 |
Dessert
| Malva Pudding Rooibos and cinnamon infused creme anglaise, topped with almond crumble. | R90 |
| Chocolate Brownie Soft, indulgent brownie with a gooey centre, served with a scoop of ice cream. | R90 |
| Ice Cream Vanilla ice cream with chocolate sauce and almond crumble. | R60 |
Choose your sauce
| Brandy Pepper Sauce Creamy pepper sauce enriched with brandy for a warm, aromatic finish. | R30 |
| Sage & Truffle Mushroom Creamy mushroom sauce with sage and delicate truffle notes. | R30 |
| Chimichurri Fresh herb sauce with garlic, parsley and a bright tangy finish. | R30 |
| Compound Butter Rich butter blended with herbs and seasoning for a savoury finish. | R30 |
Questions
Where does your meat come from?
Our own butchery. Every cut on the braai menu is prepared in house.
What is a braai restaurant?
A braai is the South African open-fire barbecue. At Kronendal 1713 every cut is cooked over live flame in our open-air kitchen, in a Cape Dutch National Monument on an estate granted in 1713.
Do you do grilled steaks?
Seven cuts, all cooked over open fire: a 300g sirloin, a 300g rump, a 200g fillet, a 400g ribeye, smoked brisket, an 800g T-bone and a 1.5kg tomahawk. The sides come off the same fire.
Do you have vegetarian options?
Flame-grilled vegetables, charred corn, green salad, coleslaw and the Bavarian pretzel are all vegetarian.
What is the best thing to order for a group?
The 1.5kg tomahawk or the 800g T-bone. Both are cut for sharing and priced on request, so ask your waiter for today's price.
The bar pours 32 beers from five countries in the Irish pub bar. That list is on the beer menu. To eat with us, book a table.