Rare Grill

289 reviews

166 2nd Ave, Kenilworth, Cape Town, 7708, South Africa

www.raregrill.co.za

+27764600423

About

Rare Grill is a Restaurant located at 166 2nd Ave, Kenilworth, Cape Town, 7708, South Africa. It has received 289 reviews with an average rating of 4.5 stars.

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Hours

Monday5-10PM
Tuesday5-10PM
Wednesday5-10PM
Thursday5-10PM
Friday5-10PM
Saturday5-10PM
Sunday5-10PM

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  • The address of Rare Grill: 166 2nd Ave, Kenilworth, Cape Town, 7708, South Africa

  • Rare Grill has 4.5 stars from 289 reviews

  • Restaurant

  • "Such a lovely, quaint atmosphere! Our steaks were cooked to perfection and their fries are to die for! We mentioned it was my partners birthday and they went the extra mile to give us a delicious crème brûlée and chocolate sauce after our meal - as a birthday surprise! Ziyanda, our waitress, was wonderful as well"

    "Great little restaurant with upstairs bar fully of local Capetonians"

    "Great burger n chips with castle light draught beer every day from opening till closing and it's real good very much enjoyed"

    "One of my absolute favorites, delivering some of the best steaks I've ever eaten"

    "If you haven’t tried these burgers, you haven’t lived"

Reviews

  • Kelsey Basson

Such a lovely, quaint atmosphere! Our steaks were cooked to perfection and their fries are to die for! We mentioned it was my partners birthday and they went the extra mile to give us a delicious crème brûlée and chocolate sauce after our meal - as a birthday surprise! Ziyanda, our waitress, was wonderful as well. 10/10 experience! More

  • Darren

Great little restaurant with upstairs bar fully of local Capetonians. Pool table plays well and the cues are in good condition. Perfect spot for meet up with friends nestled within a great area fir bars and restaurants in the southern suburbs of Cape Town. Look forward to trying the food on my next visit. More

  • Daniel Fleetwood

Great burger n chips with castle light draught beer every day from opening till closing and it's real good very much enjoyed. Great bar specials and a good whisky selection too! I Highly recommend this place! Go and enjoy yourself and be well taken care of! Great service too

  • Bianca capazorio

One of my absolute favorites, delivering some of the best steaks I've ever eaten. Small, cosy space with lively, knowledgeable and attentive service. I've never had a disappointing meal here and the after-dinner chocolate drink is always a winner.

  • paul b

If you haven’t tried these burgers, you haven’t lived. The food, staff and care convenient setting simple makes this the go to place in Harfield Village for burgers. The steaks are amazing and the crispy chips too, but I have a thing for burgers.

  • paul nicolas

This is the most amazing steak resturant in the Cape Town. Good service and warm atmosphere. We had the HOLLANDSE BIEFSTYLE which is highly recommended. Probably the best steak experience we have had dining out! Do yourself favor and try it out.

  • stephen trent

Charming and cozy sit down with friendly staff and great food. My wife and I actually shared a meal but still came away satiated. They're not taking their name lightly though- as our steak was more rare than medium yet nevertheless delicious.

  • bruce ivy

Without question my best steakhouse ever, anywhere. Recommended by a friend, Rare Grill exceeded all expectations. The modest venue belies a cozy restaurant with some accomplished dishes. It's not just about steak. The chips and side dishes

  • GERALD COLEMAN

What a shame. Owner left restaurant leaving one front of house staff, to take orders,serve drinks , serve food, serve wine, clear tables, do bills etc etc. With around 22 covers anybody in this profession knows this is not possible. Arrived

  • JC Roos

They should remove the Marco pierre white signs as they don't do it justice. And also stop advertising they won the steakhouse of the year award. In fact they don't even deserve the title of a steakhouse let alone steakhouse of the year in

  • Wendy Daffarn

Rare Grill is an incredible restaurant with attention to detail and a personal touch like no other. Be sure to make a booking and should you have a guest who prefers chicken be sure to let Greg or Mary know the day before. Our food was so

  • Gary Scott

If you are looking to experience the best steak in Cape Town, head to Rare Grill. The restaurant is small and a booking is highly recommended, but well, well worth the effort! Greg (Owner) is hands-on and takes the time to source the best

  • Steve Morkel

We stumbled across this gem while driving through Kenilworth and were thrilled that we found it. The welcome and the service were excellent. We both had steaks which is what we were in the mood for. The Hollandse Biefstuk and the Fillet

  • Warick Devis

Have been 5 times in the last 6 months, everytme I go for the grass fed t bone but have only been satisfied with meat quality on my first visit (one of the best ive ever had) but every visit since then the meat has been of disappointing

  • Stuart Duncan

It is an amazing steak restaurant. Seats about 30 so it's wonderfully cozy. It is very reasonable - the cheapest steak house in the Southern Suburbs without sacrificing the tiniest bit of quality! Lovely wine list to compliment too. The

  • Nils Flaatten

This is a steak house so only order the steak. Great value and tasty meal but the other two dinners in our party sent back the calamari. Service was a bit slow this evening. Be careful of Sam, the waitress, as she can be a bit abrupt.

  • Riana Vogel Stow

This quaint steakhouse is a little-known gem tucked away in Harfield Village... and is the 2017 winner of the Wolftrap Steakhouse Championship. Their superb cuts of meat have all been wet-aged for up to four weeks and is absolutely

  • Shireen McWhite

During October 2021 my best friend's hubby celebrated a milestone birthday. We were unable to attend. Greg was amazing! He allowed me to EFT him and surprise the table with a bottle of wine. Thank you Greg and Team Rare Grill.

  • Steven Vale

A very cosy little restaurant with a limited menu but.... WOW. The R99 Sunday special (I had the 300g rump) was delicious, cooked to perfection with stunning sides of chips and onion rings (plenty of other sides available).

  • Deri-Anne Schniewind

Divine calamari and mussels starters!! Delicious Wagyu burger. Chips are divine! Average restaurant prices. Good house wine by the glass. Cozy, warm, great background soundtrack. Lovely evening. Attentive service.

  • Dane Moore

Overall sadly not an experience to encourage another visit. Steak was way undercooked compared to what was requested. Pork Belly was overcooked, dry, and then served cold. Could have done way better at home. More

  • Bodo Sieber

Best steaks in Cape Town, hands down. No frills menu of the highest quality cuts and exciting daily specials, all paired with a great wine selection. Cosy atmosphere and very committed team. Highly recommended!

  • Lindsay S

The search for the perfect steak has ended. That search brought me to the Rare Grill in Kenilworth. A simple 8 seater wooden glad two floor restaurant run by Greg, an ardent meat connoisseur.

  • Mich

Love the calamari starter (the full plate is big enough for two to share). The burgers, pork ribs and steaks are always a good time. I'm also personally a big fan of their creamed spinach

  • Jonathan Thompson

We had a wonderful evening at The Rare Grill in Kenilworth last night. We tried everything on the starter menu from the delicious Sticky Wings to the amazing Roasted Marrow.

  • Stuart

Had my birthday dinner there last night and was treated to a wonderful steak and surprise at the end of the meal. Great atmosphere and a huge thank you to the staff. F

  • Kyle Ackermann

Best steak restaurant in the Southern Suburbs. Book in advance to avoid disappointment as the venue is quaint offering a cosy environment especially in winter. More

  • John Hardie

The most delectable steak I have ever had! We will be back...yum yum yum . Not a fancy place but excellent value for money..three cheers for the Rare Grill! …

  • Kelly-Anne Esau

The restaurant atmosphere is intimate and cosy; the decor, tasteful. Our steaks were cooked to perfection! Would definitely recommend and will visit again, soon.

  • Fernando Badiali

Incredibly well priced for the quality! It’s one of those rare restaurants in which you expect the bill to be higher than it is amazing steak, great staff!

  • Tougeedah Jacobs

Loved the atmosphere, the music (The Temptations,The Supremes, wow!), the service and the food. Thoroughly enjoyed a lovely evening. Will come again

  • Tamar Koekemoer

Food perfect to order. Steak rare was done perfect. Choc shot glass so yummy. Loved old school music. Lovely family style restaurant More

  • Kate Atkinson

Absolutely delicious, this is my new fave steakhouse. Well played guys, and that chocolate vodka was the perfect finishing touch!

  • Kyle

Tiny tiny intimate restaurant. We had a great experience there before heading upstairs to their super infamous bar named BAA...

  • Pavel Tcholakov

Delicious food & great service on first visit. Charming venue, extensive list of cuts and different styles of cooking - will

  • Ian Trautmann

We had literally the best Rump steak. Great service, well priced. Highly recommended. Thanks Greg and your waitress . More

  • No here Not there

Amazing experience, the steaks are one of the best I’ve tasted and cooked perfectly to my requirements. Service on point

  • Karen Hewson

Great food, cozy atmosphere. The Malva Pudding and Chocolate Shot are a great way to finish off a great steak dinner.

  • Isabelle Brettenny

If you want a fabulous steak it has to be Rare Grill. Beautiful presentation and great service from Mary

  • Andrew Flesch

Food was amazing Prices were reasonable service was great. Looking forward to my next visit
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  • Damien Anderson

I’ve been hearing about Rare grill quite a lot, so I decided to go last weekend for the Sunday steak special.

  • Justin Chetty

Definitely worth it! After searching for a good steak in the south, finally landed this precious spot.

  • linsli dykes

Wow!! What a gem! Brilliant service .amazing chef and hostess..definitely be back.
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  • Martell Onesta

Mouth watering steak! Great service, we will be back Highly recommended
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  • Zelda Rheeder

Lovely cozy gem with the tastiest steak. Ziyanda EXCELLENT waitress.
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  • Dirk Pienaar

Wonderful cuts of meat, prepared to perfection. Comfortable and welcoming atmosphere.

  • Graham James

Great food in this intimate dining experience.
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  • Darren Holliday

Delicious Ribeye, will definitely be back!
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  • Shawn van Schalkwyk

The best family restaurant in the whole world
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  • Adrian Kaplan

Best sirloin steak I've had in a long time

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