Butcher’s Block is an avant-garde wood-fire dining experience, expressing the elemental affinity and finesse of cooking with wood-fire. Helmed by new Chef de Cuisine Jordan Keao, who was born and raised in Hawaii, where cooking, fishing, hunting, and farming are a part of everyday life, it exhibits the highest quality of produce, meats, and seafood from around the world translated through fire.

The unique interior decor and the relaxed, cozy atmosphere attract the patrons. The staff is well-dressed, friendly, well-mannered, and always ready to serve you. At Butcher’s Block, see specially curated produce proudly showcased in The Larder before watching their chefs transform these ingredients on custom-built ovens and grills in an Open Kitchen setting.

The Butcher Block menu includes Steakhouse, Burgers, Grill, Chicken, Dessert, Breakfast, Pasta, Salad, Kids, Dinner, and American Items. The service is quick. The taste is great. Overall, it is a go-to restaurant in South Africa.

Butcher Block Starters

StarterDescriptionPrice (R)
Sticky Chicken WingsMarinated grilled chicken wings smothered in honey, ginger, and soya sauce.R80
Chicken LiversChicken livers pan-fried in onion, garlic, peri-peri spices, and Napoli sauce.R95
Panko Chicken WingsPanko crumbed winglets, flash-fried and dunked in a choice of peri-peri, BBQ, or lemon and herb sauce.R110
Three Cheese PrawnsPlump peeled prawns baked in a creamy garlic and mascarpone cheese sauce, topped with mature cheddar and grated parmigiana cheese.R135
BoereworsGrilled South African sausage served on a skewer with African pap, drizzled with chakalaka sauce.R100
Garlic & Herb SnailSizzling snails baked in roasted garlic and herb butter.R110
Black MushroomsBlack mushrooms topped with creamed spinach and garlic sauce, oven-baked with mature cheddar, mozzarella, and feta cheese.R130
Prawn CocktailPlump prawns served on a bed of crisp lettuce with fresh avocado and our tangy homemade Marie-Rose sauce.R135
Snails – RoquefortSizzling snails baked in a creamy Roquefort sauce.R130
Beef CarpaccioPaper-thin slices of raw beef fillet drizzled with olive oil, capers, rocket, and parmigiana shavings.R110
CalamariCalamari tubes lightly grilled in either lemon butter, garlic butter, or peri-peri sauce.R110
HalloumiGrilled halloumi skewer served with a sweet plum dipping sauce.R95
Panko PrawnsMalaysian prawn tails coated in breadcrumbs, deep-fried and served with a sweet chili sauce.R130
Marrow BonesOven-roasted with fresh thyme, rosemary, and garlic, served with a red wine and herb jus and sourdough.R130
Mozzarella SticksMozzarella cheese sticks, deep-fried in panko breadcrumbs, served with a sweet chili dipping sauce.R110
BiltongButcher Block’s homemade biltong.R115
Mussel PotFresh Knysna Mussels, pan-fried in a creamy garlic & chardonnay sauce, served with a toasted baguette.R120
Wagyu MeatballsPremium wagyu beef is slow-roasted and served in a Napoli sauce with parmigiana cheese.R160

Butcher Block Salads

SaladDescriptionPrice (R)
Greek Salad (Main)Crisp salad greens, cucumber, bell tomatoes, red onion, kalamata olives, and feta cheese.R100
Mediterranean SaladCajun grilled chicken strips, crisp salad greens, chargrilled peppers and aubergine, crumbled feta, avocado, crispy carrot ribbons, and a fresh honey balsamic dressing.R140
Chicken Caesar SaladChargrilled chicken breast, cos lettuce, baby spinach, boiled egg, crispy Parma ham, parmigiana shavings, and Caesar dressing.R140
Cajun Chicken SaladChargrilled chicken strips tossed in Cajun spice, crisp salad greens, sundried tomatoes, peppadews®, avo, and a fresh honey balsamic dressing.R140
Beach SaladGrilled calamari, chicken strips, prawns, red onion, and cucumber tossed in a sweet Thai chili jam served on a bed of crispy spinach and dressed with fresh lime wedges and coriander.R160
Prawn & Papaya SaladPlump steamed prawn tails, fresh slices of papaya, crisp salad greens, red onion, cucumber, mixed peppers, and Bella tomatoes drizzled with a fresh citrus and ginger dressing.R160

Butcher Block Poultry Menu

ItemDescriptionPrice (R)
FlattieSpring chicken, chargrilled and basted with either lemon and herb, peri-peri, or sweet sticky BBQ sauce.R210
Chicken SchnitzelIt was chargrilled and basted with lemon, herb, peri-peri, or sweet sticky BBQ sauce.R180
Chicken FilletChicken fillet marinated and chargrilled, basted with either lemon and herb, peri-peri, or sweet sticky BBQ sauce.R185
Chicken WingsChargrilled and basted with lemon, herb, peri-peri, or sweet sticky BBQ sauce.R210
Chicken EspetadaChargrilled chicken thighs marinated and skewered with sundried tomatoes and onion, basted with either lemon and herb, peri-peri, or sweet sticky BBQ sauce.R190
Chicken FlorentineChicken fillets pan-fried and stuffed with creamed spinach and feta cheese, wrapped in Parma ham, topped with Napoli sauce and mozzarella cheese, baked.R200

Butcher Block Combos

ComboDescriptionPrice (R)
Rib + FlattieRack of ribs and ½ Hattie basted with either sweet sticky BBQ, lemon and herb, or peri-peri sauce.R320
Rib + Chop½ saddle of lamb chops and a rack of ribs.R320
Rib + SteakRack of ribs and 200g grilled rump or sirloin.R320
Rib + WingsRack of ribs and chargrilled chicken wings basted with either lemon and herb, peri-peri, or sweet sticky BBQ sauce.R320
Rib + CalamariRack of ribs and calamari tubes lightly grilled in lemon butter, garlic butter, or peri-peri sauce.R320
Rib + PrawnRack of ribs and grilled prawns served with garlic butter, lemon butter, or peri-peri sauce.R320
Flattie + Prawn½ flattie basted with either sweet sticky BBQ, lemon and herb, or peri-peri sauce and grilled prawns served with garlic butter, lemon butter, or peri-peri sauce.R260
Steak + Prawn200g rump or sirloin and grilled prawns served with garlic butter, lemon butter, or peri-peri sauce.R295
Steak + Calamari200g rump, sirloin, and calamari tubes are lightly grilled in lemon butter, garlic butter, or peri-peri sauce.R260
Steak + Wings200g rump or sirloin and chargrilled chicken wings basted with either lemon and herb, peri-peri, or sweet sticky BBQ sauce.R265

Butcher Block Surf & Turf Menu

ItemDescriptionPrice (R)
Lamb ChopsChargrilled loin chops, marinated in fresh rosemary, garlic, and olive oil, basted in our signature basting sauce.R270
OxtailCooked the traditional way, gently simmered in Guinness, plum tomatoes, carrots, haricot beans, and a hint of garlic, served with mashed potatoes.R285
Pot Roast Lamb ShankTender lamb shank pot-roasted in Pinotage, olive oil, and rosemary, served with mashed potatoes and caramelized baby carrots.R335
KingklipFilleted, lightly floured, and grilled in lemon and herb butter.R285
CalamariCalamari tubes lightly grilled in either lemon butter, garlic butter, or peri-peri sauce.R270
EisbeinSalted pork hock grilled to a crisp served with sauerkraut, mustard mash and apple sauce.R215
King PrawnsKing prawns grilled in garlic butter, lemon butter, or peri-peri sauce.From R315
Chicken + Prawn CurryIsland-style medium curry flavored with coconut milk served with basmati rice, sambals, and poppadum.R215
Teriyaki SalmonSeared teriyaki salmon served with egg noodles and stir-fry vegetables.R370
Queen’s Seafood PlatterGrilled prawns, hake, creamy garlic mussels, and calamari tubes served with chips and savory rice, garlic butter, lemon butter, or peri-peri sauce.R380
King’s Seafood PlatterGrilled king prawns, kingklip, creamy garlic mussels, and calamari tubes served with chips and savory rice, garlic butter, lemon butter, or peri-peri sauce.R520
Chalmar Beef CurryAged beef, slowly simmered in a traditional Durban curry style, served with basmati rice, sambals, and poppadum.R190

Butcher Block Premium Burgers

BurgerDescriptionPrice (R)
Plain Jane BurgerCaramelized onion, dill pickle, and tangy mayo. Served with a choice of side.From R130
Mushroom BurgerCheddar cheese and mushroom sauce. Served with a choice of side.From R140
Big Cheese BurgerLoaded with melted cheese. Served with a choice of side.From R140
Old Skool DagwoodPan-fried bacon loaded with melted cheddar cheese and served with a choice of sides.From R145
American Classic BurgerPan-fried bacon loaded with melted cheddar cheese and served with a choice of sides.From R145
Butcher Block BurgerCaramelized onion, peppadews®, bacon, cheddar, and mozzarella cheese. Served with a choice of side.From R155
Crispy Chick Avo BurgerPlant-based patty, topped with a slice of cheddar cheese, baby gem lettuce, honeyed tomatoes, and caramelized onion and served with a choice of side.R145
The Veggie BurgerGrilled brown mushrooms, topped with halloumi cheese, grilled brinjal, baby gem lettuce, honeyed tomatoes, basil pesto, and caramelized onions. Served with a choice of side.R145
Beyond BurgerPlant-based patty, topped with a slice of cheddar cheese, baby gem lettuce, honeyed tomatoes, and caramelized onion. Served with a choice of side.R165
Ostrich BurgerOstrich patty, topped with melted cheddar cheese, baby gem lettuce, and crispy onion rings. Served with a choice of side.R165
Wagyu BurgerOstrich patty, topped with melted cheddar cheese, baby gem lettuce, and crispy onion rings and served with a choice of side.R165

Butcher Block Choice Cuts – Grain Fed Beef

Steak CutDescriptionPrice (R)
RumpOur beef is wet-aged for a minimum of 21 days; all steaks are chargrilled and basted with our unique basting, served with a complimentary side: baked or mashed potato, veg, chips, savory rice, pap, and chakalaka or side salad.From R225
SirloinOur beef is wet-aged for a minimum of 21 days; all steaks are chargrilled and basted with our unique basting, served with a complimentary side: baked or mashed potato, veg, chips, savory rice, pap, and chakalaka or side salad.From R240
FilletOur beef is wet-aged for a minimum of 21 days; all steaks are chargrilled and basted with our unique basting, served with a complimentary side: baked or mashed potato, veg, chips, savory rice, pap, and chakalaka or side salad.From R260
Rib EyeOur beef is wet-aged for a minimum of 21 days; all steaks are chargrilled and basted with our unique basting, served with a complimentary side: baked or mashed potato, veg, chips, savory rice, pap, and chakalaka or side salad.R325
T-BoneOur beef is wet-aged for a minimum of 21 days; all steaks are chargrilled and basted with our unique basting, served with a complimentary side: baked or mashed potato, veg, chips, savory rice, pap, and chakalaka or side salad.R325
Prime RibOur beef is wet-aged for a minimum of 21 days; all steaks are chargrilled and basted with our unique basting, served with a complimentary side: baked or mashed potato, veg, chips, savory rice, pap, and chakalaka or side salad.R325
Tomahawk SteakOur beef is wet-aged for a minimum of 21 days; all steaks are chargrilled and basted with our unique basting, served with a complimentary side: baked or mashed potato, veg, chips, savory rice, pap, and chakalaka or side salad.R382

Butcher Block Spare Ribs

RibDescriptionPrice (R)
Rib Rage Pork Spare RibsBasted with our famous sweet, sticky BBQ basting.From R295
Chalmar Beef Spare RibsBasted with our famous sweet, sticky BBQ basting.From R255
Karoo Lamb Spare RibsBasted with honey and soy.R315

Butcher Block Shisa Nyama Boards

Board TypeDescriptionPrice (R)
Queen’s Shisa Nyama BoardChargrilled boerewors, chicken wings, brisket, chuck, and short rib, served with pap, chakalaka, and three-bean salad.R320
King’s Shisa Nyama BoardChargrilled boerewors, 500g beef or pork spare ribs, chicken wings, brisket, chuck, and short rib, served with pap, chakalaka, and three-bean salad.R620

Butcher Block’s Choice of Delicacies

ItemDescriptionPrice (R)
Camembert & BaconPan-fried bacon and camembert cheese topped with a green peppercorn sauce. A choice of either Rump or Sirloin served with a choice of one side.R290
Biltong Bacon & CheddarPan-fried bacon and biltong shavings topped with melted mature cheddar and mozzarella cheese. A choice of either Rump or Sirloin served with a choice of one side.R290
Honey Mustard + AvoHoney and Dijon mustard sauce topped with fresh avo. A choice of either Rump or Sirloin served with a choice of one side.R290
Surf + TurfGarlic and white wine sauce topped with grilled prawns. A choice of either Rump or Sirloin served with a choice of one side.R300
Wild Mushroom + PrawnsA creamy sherry and wild mushroom sauce infused with reduced stock, topped with prawn tails. A choice of either Rump or Sirloin served with a choice of one side.R300
Butcher’s SupremePan-fried bacon, biltong, mushrooms, and onions topped with red wine and herb juice. A choice of either Rump or Sirloin served with a choice of one side.R300
Blue Cheese + JalapeñoPan-fried bacon, topped with a creamy blue cheese sauce, chunks of local blue cheese, and jalapenos. A choice of either Rump or Sirloin served with a choice of one side.R300

Butcher Block Designer Pizzas

Pizza TypeDescriptionPrice (R)
Vegetarian PizzaMozzarella, homemade Napolitana tomato sauce, and prawn tails simmered in creamy garlic and onion sauce topped with fresh rocket and parmigiana shavings.R160
Prawn Fiesta PizzaMozzarella, homemade Napolitana tomato sauce, and prawn tails simmered in creamy garlic and onion sauce topped with fresh rocket and parmigiana shavings.R220
Lamb Shanker PizzaMozzarella, homemade Napolitana tomato sauce, shredded lamb shank pot-roasted in Pinotage, olive oil and rosemary, Danish feta, caramelized red onion topped with fresh rocket.R220
Jerk Chicken PizzaMozzarella, homemade Napolitana tomato sauce, pulled spiced chicken fillet, Danish feta, and peppadews topped with peri-peri sauce.R195
The Meat Eater PizzaMozzarella, homemade Napolitana tomato sauce, tender beef strips sautéed in garlic and Worcestershire sauce, Parma ham, pulled chicken fillet, Kalamata olives, blackened peppers, and chili.R220

Butcher Block’s Inspirational Pasta

PastaDescriptionPrice (R)
Arrabiata PastaNapolitana tomato sauce, olives, baby marrow, and chili tossed with penne pasta.R135
Penne Chicken PastaGrilled chicken strips, mushroom, chives, garlic, and cream tossed with penne pasta.R165
Something Different PastaAged Chalmar beef pan-fried in a mild curry-flavored sauce tossed with penne pasta.R185

Butcher Block’s Sides Menu

Side DishPrice (R)
Garlic BreadR35
Garlic Bread With CheeseR45
Fries – Rustic CutR50
Baked PotatoR45
Battered Onion RingsR55
Pap & ChakalakaR55
Savoury RiceR45
Mashed PotatoR50
Sweet Potato CrispsR45
Fresh Potato CrispsR45
Creamed SpinachR50
Sautéed MushroomsR50
Seasonal VegetablesR40
Green Salad (Side)R35
Greek Salad (Side)R50

Butcher Block’s Sauces

Sauce TypePrice (R)
Garlic SauceR50
Jalapeño & Biltong SauceR70
Green Peppercorn SauceR40
Mushroom SauceR45
Bordelaise SauceR40
Cheese SauceR40
Roquefort SauceR45
Honey & Dijon SauceR40
Peri-Peri SauceR30
Monkeygland SauceR40

Butcher Block’s Kiddies Menu

Kiddies DishPrice (R)
Kiddies Burger & ChipsR79
Kiddies Crumbed Chicken Strips & ChipsR79
Kiddies Ribs & ChipsR89
Kiddies Plain ChipsR39

Butcher Block For the Love of Sweetness

DessertDescriptionPrice (R)
Deep Fried OreosDeep-fried cookies served with vanilla ice cream.R85
Malva PuddingCape Malay style served with fresh cream or vanilla ice cream.R85
Kahlua + Ice Cream CrepesHomemade, poached apples baked in a sponge cake batter served hot or cold with fresh or vanilla ice cream.R90
Cheese CakeServed baked or fridgedR105
Ice Cream & Bar One Chocolate SauceIce Cream & Bar One Chocolate SauceR70
Gooey Chocolate BrowniesTriple chocolate brownies topped with flamed marshmallows served with fresh cream or vanilla ice creamR94
Apple TartHomemade, poached apples baked in a sponge cake batter served hot or cold with fresh cream or vanilla ice cream.R105
Mississippi Mud PieRich chocolate brownie base blended with seasonal tree nuts, buried under a thick layer of decadent hazelnut and chocolate mousse.R105

Butcher Block Cold Beverages

Beverage TypePrice (R)
Fresh Fruit JuiceR36.25

Butcher Block Rose Wines

WinePrice (R)
Nederburg RoséR18
Laborie RoséR22
Hermanuspietersfontein Bloos RoséR19
Nederburg Grenache RoséR20
Boschendal Blanc de NoirR21

Butcher Block White Wines

WinePrice (R)
Porcupine RidgeR18
Boschendal 1685R19
BramptonR22
LaborieR22
Durbanville HillsR20
Domaine Des DieuxR21
Springfield Life From StoneR21
Boschendal Le BouquetR20
Drostdy Hof AdelprachtR19
Durbanville HillsR18
Fat BastardR22
Glen CarlouR19
Porcupine RidgeR20
KWV ContemporaryR21
LaborieR22
The Wolftrap WhiteR18
Laborie Chenin BlancR19
Allesverloren Chenin BlancR20
Mentors Grenache BlancR21
Zonnebloem Blanc de BlancR22

Butcher Block Bubbly Menu

BubblyPrice (R)
Pongrácz Noble Nectar Demi SecR20
Pongrácz BrutR22
Pongrácz RoséR21
Laborie MCC Brut RoséR19
KWV Demi-SecR18