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Shebeen Menu

South African pub food at its best. Shebeens initially sprung up as illegal speakeasies around South Africa, far from the watchful eyes of the oppressive apartheid regime of old. People of all races and backgrounds would mingle, unwind and dance the night away. Shebeens are now completely legal and tout the best street food in the country

• Rissoles

  Crunchy on the outside, doughy on the inside, these savoury Portuguese-styled empanadas are a standard on any South African table. Served with smoked peppadew coulis and sweet boomslang chili sauce

  • Shrimp$11.00
  • Chicken$11.00
  • Vegetable$10.00

• Saldanha Bay Mussels$12.00

  Mussels are so beloved in South Africa, they are one of the country's top exports and best enjoyed simply with white wine, garlic and a sprinkle of micro cilantro. Served with grilled garlic bread for extra dipping

• Cape Malay Samosas

  Flaky pastry filled with spicy meat and cut into spears. Served with zesty green mamba sauce and mango chutney

  • Beef$12.00
  • Lamb$13.00

• Shrimp Mozambique$15.00

  A favourite from Mozambique. Sautéed Gulf shrimp in a creamy garlic sauce topped with melted cheddar cheese, served with grilled garlic bread

• Bobotie (Ba-Boo-Tie)

  A delicious mixture of curry and Cape Malay whipped carrots topped with a flaky pie crust. Served with a dollop of mango chutney. Rich, savoury, spicy, aromatic and zingy. Bobotie is not only the pride of Peli Peli, it's the national dish of South Africa

  • Beef$11.00
  • Vegetable$10.00

• Fish and Chips$13.00

  Beer-battered Atlantic cod with peppadew rémoulade, served with South African slap chips

• The JoBurger$13.00

  A half-pound Gouda cheeseburger with peppadew rémoulade, tropical bbq sauce, lettuce and fried onions on a toasted brioche bun. Served with slap chips

• Prego Sandwich$15.00

  So-named after the Portuguese prego bread roll, this is considered by some to be the best sandwich in the world. Strips of seared ribeye steak on a toasted pillowy bun, brushed with garlic butter and drizzled with red wine cream sauce, served with slap chips

• Boer Fritters$10.00

  Corn, zucchini and Gouda cheese fritters served with smoked peppadew coulis and creamy Swazi sauce

• Bunny Chow

  Though the name implies otherwise, there are no bunnies in bunny chow. It is, rather, a delectable, slow braised curry served in a warm, crusty bread bowl

  • Shrimp$16.00
  • Brisket$15.00
  • Chicken$15.00

• Trinchado

  Originally brought by Portuguese Africans from Mozambique, trinchado is a staple in South Africa and features sliced meats in a creamy, garlicky white wine reduction sauce. All dishes are served with grilled garlic bread

  • Ribeye$13.00
  • Chicken$12.00

• Sodwana Bay Cakes$12.00

  Coastal South African style crab and Atlantic cod cakes served with a zesty peppadew rémoulade

• South African Sampler$20.00

  Take a guided tour around South Africa with crispy lamb samosas, a bobotie made with curried beef and creamy whipped carrots, wood grilled Boerewors sausage and air-dried beef biltong

• Crispy Fried Chicken Sandwich$12.00

  Crispy chicken on a garlic toasted brioche bun with peppadew rémoulade, Roma tomatoes, red onion, romaine lettuce, and peli peli sticky toffee sauce. Served with slap chips

• Peli Peli Wings$14.00

  Savoury chicken wings slathered with spicy peli peli-orange glaze. Served with ranch

• Crispy Cauli Wings$10.00

  Served with ranch

• Savoury Flatbread$7.00

  Crispy flatbread brushed with garlic butter and sprinkled with Parmesan and South African herbs

• Flatbread Mozambique$12.00

  Flatbread originally came to Southern Africa via Mozambique. In our very South African twist, we top it with thinly sliced air-dried beef biltong, caramelized onions, smoked Gouda cheese, peppadew chilies, peppadew coulis and local microgreens

• Cape Town Calamari$14.00

  A Cape Town specialty. Lightly breaded calamari seasoned with lemon zest and fresh cracked pepper, crisped to a golden brown. Served with a side of peppadew rémoulade

Salads

• Oupa's Salad$8.00

  Romaine lettuce, shredded carrots, roasted cauliflower, heirloom tomatoes, green onions and nasturtium flowers–an homage to Chef Ryan's grandfather, or Oupa, a South African farmer. Drizzled with sweet vinaigrette

• Rainbow Kale$8.00

  A colourful tribute to the Rainbow Nation featuring a diverse array of fresh ingredients: rainbow chard, caramelized onions, heirloom tomatoes, goat cheese, spiced pumpkin seeds, peppadew chilies and crispy Brussels sprouts. Tossed in a lemon-thyme vinaigrette

Soups

• Roasted Carrot Ginger$8.00

  A nod to South Africa's illustrious English heritage, this cream-based soup is a combination of sweet roasted carrots, zingy ginger and spiced pumpkin seeds

• Boontjie (Boyn-Key)$8.00

  A slightly spicy South African soup made with lentils, black beans, fresh tomato, carrots, coriander and African spice

Mains

• Cape Malay Crab Curry$32.00

  One pound of snow crab in our delicious South African curry, served with a side of fragrant rice pilaf. We recommend eating it South African style: with your hands. Don't worry. We've got you covered with overalls, Bru

• Beer Braised Brisket$17.00

  Slow braised brisket in beer served on top of whipped carrot Cape Malay bredie, topped with red wine cream sauce and grilled heirloom tomatoes

• South African Curry

  Since the Seventeenth Century, Indian, Malay and Indonesian communities have been making curries in South Africa. It is one of the most beloved dishes in the country and a signature at Peli Peli. Served with a side of fragrant South African rice pilaf

  • Shrimp$16.00
  • Chicken$15.00
  • Spaghetti Squash$14.00

From the Braai

In South Africa, cooking over open wood flames is somewhat of a religion and is known as braai. The love of grilling is shared across all cultures and is a source of great national pride. In South Africa, we say bbq is a sauce. A braai is an all-day affair

• Peli Peli Chicken

  Brought to shore by the Portuguese, this spicy African bird's eye chili sauce, also known as peri peri, is so popular in South Africa, it is at once a marinade, a condiment and a way of life. If there is one way to prove a South African chef's ability, it is their mastery of all things peli peli. We take it so seriously, we named our restaurant after it. Our chicken is grilled over a wood-fired braai and slathered in spicy, savoury peli peli sauce. Served with your choice of two sides

  • Half$18.00
  • Quarter$12.00

• Ribeye$25.00

  A beautifully marbled eight or ten ounce ribeye steak served with your choice of two sides and one sauce

• Ribeye Marina$26.00

  Surf and turf Cape Town style. Ribeye steak topped with Gulf shrimp and calamari sautéed in a white wine reduction sauce. Served with your choice of two sides

• Cauliflower Steak$14.00

  Thick cut cauliflower grilled with a tropical BBQ sauce. To add even more savouriness, it's paired with mushrooms and crispy fried onions. Finished with smoked peppadew coulis and microgreens

Espetadas

A skewered meat tradition made legendary in South Africa by Portuguese explorers. All orders are served on sizzling hanging skewers dripping with garlic butter and come with your choice of two sides and two sauces

• Ten Ounce Filet Mignon$32.00

• Ten Ounce Ribeye Steak$28.00

• Pork Belly$25.00

• Calamari, Scallop and Shrimp$33.00

• Chicken$26.00

• Mixed Vegetables$19.00

Signature South African Sauces

• Peli Peli

  peli peli chilies, vinegar and oil

• Naçional

  beer, peli peli chilies, butter and cream

• Green Mamba

  green chili, cilantro, mint and lemon

• Swazi

  coconut, roasted chilies, and lemon

• Red Wine Reduction

  Cabernet, butter, thyme, black peppercorns and cream

• Garlic Butter

  with green onions and herbs

• Trinchado

  Sauvignon Blanc, cream, garlic and butter

• Peppercorn

  whole black peppercorns and cream

• Boomslang

  sweet green chili, onion, cilantro and mint

• Chimichurri

  blended herbs, green chili and olive oil

• Blitz

  habanero chilies, vinegar, and oil

From the Cape

Located at the Atlantic end of the African continent, the Cape of Good Hope extends so far south, the hot African sun meets frigid Antarctic currents and creates an idyllic, Mediterranean-like climate. Given the deep, lush sea at its shore, Cape Town is home to some of the tastiest seafood in the world

• Pan Seared Cod$19.00

  Seared Atlantic cod fillet served with tangy coconut Swazi sauce and your choice of two sides

• Calamari, Chouriço and Olives$16.00

  A Portuguese South African classic. Grilled calamari, Portuguese chorizo and green olives in a lemon butter garlic sauce served with grilled garlic bread

• Porto Shrimp

  Gulf shrimp sautéed in garlic butter peli peli sauce, served on fragrant South African rice and two sides

  • Plate of Ten$27.00
  • Plate of Six$22.00

• Seared Scallops Trinchado$17.00

  Six scallops, seared to perfection, served atop a white wine trinchado sauce. Served with a cauliflower-bacon-corn succotash

• Sandy Bay Seafood Platter$30.00

  Sautéed Porto shrimp and scallops on fragrant South African rice, wood-grilled calamari and trinchado mussels. Served with grilled garlic bread and your choice of two sides

Sides

• Carrot Bredie$5.00

  A Cape Malay specialty. Whipped carrots and potatoes with cilantro

• Drakensburg Legumes$5.00

  Green beans sautéed in garlic butter

• Squash Noodles$5.00

  Butternut squash and zucchini spirals with duo bell peppers, mushrooms and onions

• Fragrant Rice$5.00

  South African-style long grain and wild rice with corn, bell peppers, cilantro and onions seasoned with turmeric and South African herbs

• Peppadew Slaw$5.00

  Red and green cabbage, spiced pumpkin seeds, cranberries, peppadew chilies, mangos and tropical dressing

• Mac and Cheese$5.00

  Cavatappi pasta melted together with Gouda cheese and topped with a gooey layer of Monterey jack

• Slap Chips$5.00

  Cape Dutch-style French fries tossed with South African herbs and spicy biltong seasoning

• Roasties$5.00

  Garlic butter crisped roasted potatoes, duo bell peppers and onions

Premium Sides

• Caramelized Brussels Sprouts$7.00

  Browned and sautéed Brussels sprouts in a coconut infused sweet chili sauce

• Lobster Mac and Cheese$10.00

  Cavatappi pasta and Gouda cheese sauce with garlic butter sautéed lobster, topped with a gooey layer of Monterey jack

Desserts

• Sticky Toffee Pudding$10.00

  Warm spiced date cake drizzled with sticky toffee sauce served a la mode with vanilla bean ice cream

• Sticky Toffee Cheesecake$11.00

  Loaded with sticky toffee chunks, our house-made cheesecake is served upside down and drizzled with sticky toffee sauce

• Chocolate Lekker Tarts$9.00

  Three deep-fried pastry pockets filled with melted hazelnut chocolate and sprinkled with cinnamon sugar dust. Served a la mode with vanilla bean ice cream and hot chocolate sauce

Kiddies Meal

• Kiddies Frikadelle$10.00

  A half-pound Gouda cheeseburger on a toasted brioche bun. Served with slap chips

• Kiddies Peli Chicken$10.00

  If there is one way to prove a South African chef's ability, it is the mastery of all things peli peli. We take it so seriously, we named our restaurant after it. Our Chicken is grilled over a wood-fired braai and slathered in garlic lemon butter sauce. Served with slap chips

• Grilled Cheese$7.00

  Grilled hoagie roll with cheddar cheese. Served with slap chips

• Mac N Cheese$5.00

  Cavatappi pasta melted together with Gouda cheese and topped with a gooey layer of Monterey jack

• Kiddies Cowboy Mac & Cheese$8.00

  A South African spin on a Texas classic! Peli's fan favourite Mac & Cheese topped with our JoBurger patty, sealed with our flaky pie crust and garlic butter. Served with our house Tropical BBQ Sauce on the side

Signature Cocktails

• Cape Town Martini$10.00

  Cucumber Vodka, Lemon, Mint, Peli Seasoning

• Madagascar Mule$10.00

  Whiskey, Vanilla, Lime, Ginger Beer

• Strawberry Fresh$10.00

  Strawberry Vodka, Aperol, Strawberry Puree, Lemon

• Vilakazi Cooler$10.00

  Reposado Tequila, Van Der Hum Liqueur, Lemon, Passion Fruit

• Shaka 75$10.00

  Mezcal, Van Der Hum Liqueur, Lime, Champagne

• Dawa$10.00

  Vodka, Velvet Falernum, Lime, Mint, Honey

• Oude Fashion$10.00

  Whiskey, Clement Coconut, Angostura Bitters, Toasted Coconut, Orange

• The Chappie$10.00

  Amarula, Luxardo Amaretto, Brandy

Cocktails

• Cosmo$10.00

• Appletini$10.00

• Chocolate Martini$10.00

• Lemon Drop Martini$10.00

• Sidecar$10.00

• Manhattan$10.00

• Old Fashioned$10.00

• Margarita Rocks$10.00

• Mojito$10.00

• Rum and Raspberry

  • Serves 4$15.00

• Long Island Iced Tea$10.00

Wines

Red

• Doolhof Dark Lady Pinotage, Wellington, South Africa$15.00

  Youthful purple, fresh in color. A mocha explosion with dark chocolate, rich black fruit, almonds and black cherries on the nose. Light to medium body with firm, well integrated tannins. Lovely fruit and wood balance, this wine is made to enjoy young

• Doolhof Single Vineyard Malbec, Wellington, South Africa$15.00

  Intense garnet to dark purple in colour with vibrant aromas of violets, cocoa and black pepper. The palate shows richness and roundness with flavours of blackberries and plum

• Meerlust Rubicon, Stellenbosch, South Africa$18.00

  A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Wonderful exotic aromas of plum, sandalwood and perfume, with a touch of creamy vanilla. The palate is medium bodied with a forward dark fruit flavour of cassis and mulberry

• The Chocolate Block Red Blend, Franschhoek, South Africa$16.00

  Dark, intense aromas of black cherries, cardamom, sweet tobacco and espresso. The palate shows nuances of ripe plums, violets, black olives, cloves and liquorice. A clean, peppery finish with lingering hints of cranberry and smoke

• Skyside Cabernet, North Coast, California$13.00

  Inviting aromas of plum and blueberries, followed by violets, tobacco, cloves and spices. This wine fills the palate with chocolate and dark fruits. Bold tannins gracefully extend into a lingering finish

• Tormentoso Pinotage, Paarl, South Africa$8.00

  Wood aromas are front and center with notes of berry preserves and cherry compote in the background. The smooth palate boasts ample acidity and ripe tannins that lend a spicy grip to the rich chocolate and jammy fruit flavours

• Doolhof Cape Boar, Wellington, South Africa$10.00

  A Bordeaux style blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Red plum in color, with blackberry, cherry, truffle and cedar wood on the nose. The palate, medium in body, shows an abundance of fruit, softness and fine subtle tannins. The wine has a lingering finish

• Josh Cellars Pinot Noir, Central Coast, California$12.00

  Bold and expressive offering lush cherry and strawberry flavours with a hint of lightly toasted oak.This wine has a delicate texture

• The Wolftrap Red, Franschhoek, South Africa$8.00

  A Syrah and Mourvedre blend with ripe plums, red currants, violets, Italian herbs, and exotic spice. The perfume of the nose follows through with a certain smokiness and flavors of darker berries, liquorice, cardamom, star anise, and cinnamon. The wine is fresh, plummy, and vibrant with hints of fennel seed, orange peel, cloves, and black pepper lingering on a juicy finish

• MAN Family Cabernet Sauvignon, Paarl, South Africa$7.00

  South African Cabernets typically have a lovely mix of new world fruitiness and old world elegance. Garnet and deep purple with a ruby-red rim, this is a bold and juicy red wine. Aromas of mint and pencil shavings, cigar box and dark cherries, followed by cassis and red-currant fruit flavors on the palate. Ends with silky tannins and a long finish

• MAN Family Merlot, Paarl, South Africa$7.00

  An elegant, classic style of Merlot with distinctive plum flavors and soft tannins. Dark ruby-red with aromas of plum, cherry, and tobacco spices, complemented by savory and earthy notes typical of Merlot. On the palate, the wine is soft with gentle tannins and hints of dark chocolate and blueberry. The finish is long and lingering

• GD Vajra Barolo Albe, Piedmont, Italy$18.00

  Bright ruby colour. Red fruit and plum flavors, flowers, pine needles and a finish that reminds of bushes. Albe is the harmony of sophisticated and delicate perfumes, supported by an elegant acidity and ripe tannins

• Storm Point Red Blend, Stellenbosch, South Africa$9.00

  A vibrant wine with strawberries, blueberry cobbler and wild rose aromas. Savor deliciousness with ripe plums and bright berry flavours. A charming and easy drinking wine

White

• Southern Right Sauvignon Blanc, Cape of Good Hope, South Africa$10.00

  With a punchy nose, the nettle gooseberry and Granny Smith apple aromas storm the glass. The palate is fresh and lively with pungent bell pepper and light asparagus notes and a tangy marmalade-tinged finish

• Cascinetta Moscato, Castiglione, Italy$9.00

  Pale sunshine yellow color and slight frizzante, this Moscato d'Asti has intense aromas of peaches, rose petals and ginger. On the palate, it is delicately sweet and sparkling with balanced acidity, good complexity and a finish of fresh apricots

• Barone Fini Pinot Grigio, Valdadige, Italy$8.00

  This Pinot Grigio showcases aromas of floral and lemon mist with ripe juicy flavours of honeydew and apple filling the mouth. Bright acidity balanced with warm minerality create a lingering crisp finish

• Stellenbosch Hills Sauvignon Blanc, Stellenbosch, South Africa$9.00

  Mouth-filling and crisp with a lime zest acidity. This full-bodied wine delights with flavours of green fig, gooseberry and sweet melon aromas. With a hint of guava fruit and asparagus, it makes for a lingering finish

• Stellenbosch Hills Chenin Blanc, Stellenbosch, South Africa$10.00

  A medium bodied and well balanced wine with a refreshing fruit profile and crisp acidity. An abundance of passion and stone fruit flavours such as melon, green apples and litchi with a hint of lemon on the nose

• MAN Family Chardonnay, Paarl, South Africa$7.00

  This elegant Chardonnay has a delicate balance of fruit flavors and a light touch of oak. Pale straw in appearance, the wine has pleasing orange marmalade, pineapple, and butterscotch aromas. The palate boasts hints of citrus, lime, and stone fruit flavors

• Mother Rock Force Celeste Chenin Blanc, Swartland, South Africa$10.00

  Zesty, with white stone fruits, some herbal hints too. Light and energetic yet a powerful, intensity of fruit and minerality abounds

• Storm Point Chenin Blanc, Swartland, South Africa$8.00

  This wine is a well-defined and savoury bouquet of lemon curd, white flowers, nectarine zest and a sprinkling of sea water. With moderate viscosity and fine-lined acidity with a touch of peach and elderflower on the palate. The bright finish is persistent and lingering

• Thorne and Daughters Rocking Horse White, Cape of Good Hope, South Africa$15.00

  The aromas are of yellow plum, kumquat, lemon thyme, soft brioche and crushed oyster shell. In the mouth, the wine starts broad and rich, resolving into a keen line of acidity and a gentle tannin

• Leitz 2019 Eins Zwei Dry Riesling, Geisenheim, Germany$11.00

  Shows very pleasant fruit and rich yeasty notes with nuances of peach, apricot and ripe apples. The wine offers a full and spicy aroma of Riesling fruit and pineapples. Bright citrus notes such as vibrant tangerine and soft grapefruit explode onto your palate with a crisp finish

Rose

• The Wolftrap Rose, Franschhoek, South Africa$8.00

  The nose is complex and inviting, offering Morello cherry, cranberry, raspberry and whiffs of candyfloss, rose petals and acacia blossom. The palate shows red apple and nectarine flavors with hints of green plum, citrus and rosewater. It ends clean and fresh with an attractive cherry finish and hints of exotic spices and cling peach

• G.D. Vajra Rosabella, Barolo, Italy$10.00

  This wine is vivid and bright with a delicate rose colour in the glass. The nose is floral, with hints of raspberries, cherry tart, white peach, elderflower and strawberry blossoms. The palate is fruity and vibrant with a long finish

Sparkling

• Domaine Chandon Sweet Star, Napa Valley, California

  The nose pops with aromas of bright peach, nectarine, grapefruit and tropical fruits complemented by floral notes. The fruit aromas extend onto the generous palate which is rich and sweet but with a distinctive, refreshing acidity that brightens the mouthfeel

  • Mini Bottle$13.00

• Laurent Perrier Champagne Brut, Tours-Sur-Marne, France

  Citrus colored, this signature LP has a refined, fresh and elegant nose with brioche and delicate citrus flavors. Lean, refined and elegant on the palate, this is a dry and silky textured, vivacious, and perfectly fresh and balanced aperitif Champagne

  • Bottle$35.00

• Laherte Freres Grand Brut Ultradtradition, Chavot, France

  Aromas of peach, candied peel, walnuts and oyster shell. Medium to full-bodied, the wine's elegant texture moves into a creamy mid-palate that's bright and concentrated

  • Bottle$95.00

• Laherte Freres Rose Ultratradition, Chavot, France

  Apple, brioche, yeast, raspberry and strawberry. Medium full body with medium high acidity and a great length. Dry and precise

  • Bottle$98.00