Opened in 1995, Circus Circus cafe and restaurant is a local favorite in the heart of Auckland’s Mt Eden Village. It offers fresh, local fare in a unique, circus-themed setting, exceptional service, and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. Its unique venue comprises several different dining areas that accommodate all, from intimate dining to group bookings and more, making it a favorite among locals and tourists alike.
It is a popular, family-friendly restaurant with a diverse menu focusing on pizza and pasta. Its seasonal menus have an extensive range of choices, perfect for groups of all shapes and sizes. All desserts are 100% made in-house. The Circus Circus Cafe offers reasonably priced breakfast items, lunch, dinner, and drinks.
Circus Circus Breakfast Menu
| Menu | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| CLASSIC HOT BREAKFASTS | ||
| FARMHOUSE | Two fried eggs, bacon, country pork sausage, grilled halloumi, roasted tomato & toast. | R125 |
| CIRCUS CIRCUS | Two fried eggs, crispy bacon, grilled tomato, creamed mushrooms, country pork sausage, herb potato rosti, grilled banana & toast. | R155 |
| MEDITERRANEAN | Two fried eggs, grilled brinjal, roasted tomato, grilled halloumi, sautéed wild mushrooms, herb potato rosti & toast. | R105 |
| ONE EGG ACT | One fried egg, bacon, grilled tomato & toast. | R59 |
| SCRAMBLED EGGS | Creamy scrambled eggs & roasted cherry tomatoes on toast. | R59 |
| LAMB SAUSAGE BREAKFAST | Two fried eggs, lamb sausage, sautéed herbed mushrooms, grilled tomato & toast. | R112 |
| SPICY CHICKEN LIVERS | With peri peri sauce, two poached eggs on a toasted ciabatta. | R97 |
| BRIOCHE FRENCH TOAST | Fried bananas, bacon, and berry compote drizzled with a cinnamon-infused honey. | R105 |
| BENNY’S | ||
| THE CLASSIC EGGS BENEDICT | Toasted English muffin, Black Forest ham, rocket & hollandaise. | R99 |
| BOEREWORS BENEDICT | Toasted English Muffin, boerewors, chakalaka, rocket & Dukkah hollandaise. | R119 |
| VEGGIE STACK | Crispy potato rosti, grilled halloumi, sautéed mushrooms, spinach, spiced tomato & hollandaise. | R99 |
| THE NORWEGIAN | Toasted English muffin, smoked Norwegian salmon, rocket, capers & hollandaise. | R149 |
| ITALIAN BENEDICT | Toasted ciabatta, country ham, arugula, Napolitana, basil pesto & balsamic hollandaise. | R109 |
| THE TEXAN | Toasted cornbread, mushroom gravy, bacon, braised greens & chipotle hollandaise. | R117 |
| OMELETTES | ||
| THE FOREST | Wild mushrooms, pecorino, truffle zest, slow braised onions, basil pesto & roasted baby tomatoes. | R127 |
| THE SEA | Norwegian smoked salmon, creamed spinach, crispy capers, pickled red onion & sour cream. | R149 |
| THE FARM | Crispy bacon, mature cheddar, cherry tomatoes & caramelized onions. | R119 |
| LIGHT & WHOLESOME | ||
| SMASHED AVO ON RYE | Pickled red onion, balsamic tomatoes, pumpkin seeds, coriander, and lemon zest on toasted rye. Add bacon R22 | R97 |
| BEET & AVO TOAST (VEGAN) | Beetroot hummus, rocket, sliced avocado, sautéed wild mushrooms, toasted seeds on rye. | R99 |
| CORN BREAD & CHAKALAKA | Toasted cornbread, bean chakalaka, spinach, avocado, sour cream & rocket. Add poached eggs R12 | R99 |
| NIGELLA’S GRANOLA 99 | Seasonal fruit, homemade toasted granola, double thick Greek yogurt & the honey pot. | R99 |
| COCONUT OATS | Toasted coconut, grilled pineapple, shaved almonds & mint. | R87 |
| PEANUT BUTTER OATS | Caramelized banana, honey, roasted almonds & chia seeds. | R79 |
| FRESHLY BAKED BUTTER CROISSANTS | ||
| PLAIN CROISSANT | With traditional preserves & butter. | R56 |
| CIRCUS CROISSANT | Served with creamy scrambled eggs & crispy bacon. | R105 |
| NUTELLA CROISSANT | With Nutella hazelnut chocolate spread. | R77 |
| CLASSIC HAM & CHEESE | Black Forest ham, melted mozzarella, pickled red onion, basil pesto & rocket. | R109 |
Circus Circus Deli Menu
| Menu | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| SALADS | ||
| SESAME CITRUS SALAD (VEGAN) | Orange, peanuts, sliced purple cabbage & carrot, pickled ginger, crispy noodles, mint, coriander, garden greens & sesame dressing. Chicken option R129 | R109 |
| MAPLE ROASTED BUTTERNUT AND PEARL BARLEY | Peanuts, avocado, feta, pickled red onion, cherry tomatoes, basil pesto & honey mustard dressing. | R109 |
| CAJUN CHICKEN & AVOCADO | Marinated grilled chicken breast, avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber ribbons, seasonal leaves, julienne carrots & a Cajun chili dressing. | R127 |
| CHICKEN CAESAR | Mixed leaves, crispy bacon, classic Caesar dressing, garlic croutons & parmesan shavings. | R127 |
| CRISPY SQUID SALAD | Flash fried squid, pineapple, avocado, cucumber ribbons, purple cabbage, roasted cashews, pickled red onion, peppadews, ginger & smoked chili dressing. | R129 |
| FROM OUR DELI | ||
| CHICKEN & BACON WRAP | Char-grilled or crumbed, carrot & cabbage slaw, crispy bacon, avocado & pesto aïoli. | R125 |
| THAI WRAP (VEGAN) | Grilled cajun mushrooms, peanut satay, cabbage, coriander, rocket, onion, carrot, sesame seeds & Thai dressing Chicken Option R125 | R112 |
| CRISPY LENTIL & BEET HUMMUS WRAP | Maple roasted butternut, yogurt, pickled red onion, purple cabbage & coriander | R99 |
| CHIPOTLE CHICKEN QUESADILLA | BBQ corn, chipotle, mozzarella, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and coriander, served with guacamole. | R125 |
| MEXICAN BEAN QUESADILLA | Cumin spiced beans, jalapeño, feta, onions & peppers, coriander, mature cheddar, served with guacamole. Add Fillet Strips R149 | R105 |
| SEAFOOD AVO RITZ | Crispy prawn & squid tentacles, avocado, Marie Rose, cucumber & rocket on grilled sourdough. | R145 |
| SALMON ON RYE | Cottage cheese, cucumber ribbons, pickled red onion, avocado & rocket. | R149 |
| CHICKEN CAESAR ON CIABATTA | Mixed leaves, cucumber, crispy bacon, grilled chicken & parmesan shavings on toasted ciabatta. | R119 |
| THE ITALIAN DIP | Pepper roast beef, onions & peppers, basil pesto aïoli & mozzarella, served with a beef drippings brood on toasted ciabatta. | R129 |
| PREGO STEAK | Sautéed beef fillet, caramelized onions, Prego sauce, fried egg, rocket & coriander on a crisp ciabatta. | R157 |
| CIRCUS CLUB | Grilled chicken breast, crispy bacon, tomato, salad leaves, peppadew & fried eggs. | R129 |
Circus Circus Toasted Sandwiches Menu
Served with matchstick fries. White or Brown (Or rye/low GI for extra R4).
| Toasted Sandwich | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| Farmhouse cheddar & tomato | R72 |
| Black Forest ham, cheddar & Dijon | R83 |
| Chicken mayonnaise | R83 |
| Chicken mayonnaise, chili & coriander | R86 |
| Crispy bacon & egg | R83 |
| Cheddar & sautéed mushrooms | R83 |
| Butter chicken curry & sambals | R105 |
| Chicken mayonnaise, crispy bacon & pickled gherkin | R105 |
| Caprese: mozzarella, tomato & basil pesto | R83 |
| Beef mince, cheddar & a hint of chipotle | R93 |
Circus Circus Lunch & Dinner Menu
The lunch and dinner menu includes starters, on a bun, pasta, vegetarian, butchery, chicken, seafood, combos, spicy delights, and desserts.
Starters Menu
| Item | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| PERI PERI CHICKEN LIVERS | Chunky tomato, chilli & toasted country bread. | R92 |
| CIRCUS NACHOS | Corn chips, melted cheese, sour cream, guacamole, jalapeño salsa & cilantro. Cajun Chicken Option R149 | R110 |
| STICKY SPICY CHICKEN WINGS | Chilli, sweet soy, sesame & coriander. | R99 |
| CRISPY SQUID | Curry aïoli, carrot, purple cabbage, pickled ginger, peanuts & coriander. | R99 |
| STEAMED FRESH MUSSELS | Napolitana, chili, wilted spinach, white wine & toasted village bread. | R96 |
| CAJUN CRUMBED MUSHROOMS | Red onion, carrot, peppadew, spiced Mozambican aïoli. | R99 |
| JALAPEÑO POPPERS | Panko crumbed jalapeño, gratinated with three cheese toppings & crispy bacon. | R97 |
On a Bun Menu
With fries (or sweet potato fries for R6 extra). Add onion rings for R15. Any burger may be substituted with a plant-based burger for an extra R48.
| Burger | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| CLASSIC FLAME GRILLED | 200g flame-grilled beef burger, peppadew mayo & gherkins. | R129 |
| THE MOTHER OF ALL BURGERS | Two prime beef patties, cheddar, a fried egg, crispy bacon, caramelized onion relish, cherry tomatoes & rocket. | R245 |
| BACON JAM, SMOKED CHILLI AND CHEESE | Chargrilled beef patty, bacon jam, farmhouse cheddar, tomato & a hot smoked chili sauce. | R149 |
| CHICKEN AND JALAPEÑO | Grilled chicken, red onion & chili mayo. | R139 |
| KAROO LAMB SLIDERS | Curry aïoli, minted yoghurt & coriander slaw. | R149 |
| NASHVILLE CRISPY CHICKEN | Spicy fried chicken, pickles, peppadew aïoli & purple cabbage slaw. | R137 |
Circus Circus Pastas Menu
Tagliatelle, penne or spaghetti. Gluten-free available for R20 extra.
| Pasta | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| PASTA E GAMBERI PICCANTI | Prawns, chili, tomato, mint, onion, lemon zest & extra virgin olive oil. | R169 |
| PASTA ALLA NORMA (VEGAN) | Brinjal, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, crispy capers, garlic, white wine, basil & Napolitano. | R109 |
| BUTTER CHICKEN CURRY | Rich, creamy Kashmiri curry with ghee, onion & dhania. | R142 |
| SPICY PESCATORE | Prawns, calamari, fresh mussels, chili, oven-roasted tomatoes, white wine, garlic, parsley & a touch of cream. | R199 |
| SPICY PORTUGUESE | Marinated chicken breast, creamy prego sauce, paprika, onion & fresh coriander. | R147 |
| PESTO CHICKEN AND BACON | Sautéed chicken breast, herb pesto, onion, bacon & garlic. Creamy Option R158 | R142 |
| TRADITIONAL ALFREDO | Sautéed mushrooms, lardons, onion, cream, white wine & rocket. Chicken Option R149 | R139 |
| PORCINI & RICOTTA RAVIOLI | Truffle cream, sautéed wild mushroom, white wine, spinach & pecorino. | R139 |
Circus Circus Vegetarian Menu
| Item | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| SPICED LENTIL SLIDERS | Coriander slaw, avocado & curry aïoli. | R105 |
| ASIAN NOODLE BOWL | Sweet soy, ginger, pineapple, Asian-inspired vegetables, purple cabbage, spring onion, peanuts & crispy noodle. | R129 |
| DUKKAH SPICED AUBERGINE | Whole grain mustard mash, oven-roasted tomato, grilled zucchini, beetroot hummus, pickled red onion, feta & balsamic | R149 |
Circus Circus The Butchery Menu
| Item | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| FILLET | 250G | R225 |
| T-BONE | 500G | R255 |
| SAUCES | Black peppercorn, mushroom & rosemary, prego, mature cheddar. | R36 |
| SOY BRAISED BEEF RIB | Butternut mash, sesame seeds, crispy onions & Asian shaved vegetables. | R255 |
| SLOW-COOKED OXTAIL | Oxtail, red wine, seasonal vegetables & mashed potato. | R229 |
| STICKY BBQ RIBS | 500g of the finest pork loin ribs, marinated & char-grilled, with French fries. | R315 |
| DUKKAH GRILLED LAMB CHOPS | Spiced butternut, grilled baby marrow, roasted cherry tomatoes with a balsamic glaze. | R295 |
| HOUR LAMB SHANK | Lamb shank slow-cooked with rosemary, red wine & vegetables. Served with creamy mashed potato & Mediterranean vegetables. | R3293 |
Circus Circus Chicken Menu
| Menu Item | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| MOZAMBICAN GRILL | Whole marinated spatchcock chicken, peri peri sauce & fries. Half portion R149 | R229 |
| SCHNITZEL | Crumbed chicken breast, rocket, lemon & a sauce of your choice. | R159 |
| BARBADIAN CHICKEN | Chicken breast marinated in garlic, ginger & fresh red chili, grilled and served with pesto mashed potato, avocado & pineapple salsa. | R159 |
| CASHEW CRUSTED CHICKEN | Butterflied chicken fillet coated in cashew nuts, Asian stir-fried noodles, peanut satay sauce & pineapple chutney. | R169 |
Circus Circus Seafood Menu
| Item | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| BLACKENED KINGKLIP | Butternut mash, green beans, pineapple, jalapeño & red onion salsa & lemon hollandaise. | R239 |
| SYMPHONY PLATTER | 8 Queen prawns, grilled calamari, fresh line fish, crispy squid heads with savory rice & lemon wedges. | R479 |
| MOZAMBICAN PRAWNS | 8 Queen prawns flambéed on the grill with Mozambican sauce. Choose French fries or savory rice. | R239 |
| CAJUN GRILLED HAKE | Spicy rice, seared baby marrow, carrot, coriander & purple cabbage salad & burnt lemon. Add 4 Queen Prawns R79 | R149 |
| SODA BATTERED HAKE & CHIPS | Minted mushy peas & tartare sauce. | R147 |
| LEMON BUTTER CALAMARI | Grilled or fried calamari & squid heads, fresh herbs & a lemon wedge. Choose French fries or savory rice. | R189 |
Circus Circus Combos
| Menu | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| FOUR AND A HALF | Half Mozambican peri peri chicken & 4 Queen prawns. | R219 |
| T-BONE AND WINGS | 500g T-bone, char-grilled, with sticky chicken wings. | R339 |
| RIBS, WINGS AND WORS | Sticky spareribs, flame-grilled boerewors & sweet chili chicken wings. | R315 |
Circus Circus Spicy Delights Menu
| Menu | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| KASHMIRI CURRY | Chicken curry, savory rice, sambals, achar & a poppadum. | R159 |
| NORTH INDIAN LAMB | Lamb curry, savory rice, sambals, atchar & a poppadum. | R205 |
| DURBAN CHICKEN & PRAWN CURRY | Tender chicken breast & prawns with aubergine served with savory rice, sambals & a poppadum. | R205 |
| SPICY SEAFOOD PAELLA | Chicken, various seafoods, spicy Spanish rice, peas & coriander. | R199 |
Circus Circus Dessert Menu
| Dessert | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| DECADENT CHOCOLATE BROWNIE | Summer berry compote, Bar-One sauce & vanilla ice cream. | R87 |
| CREME BRULEE | Traditional vanilla crème brûlée with caramelised sugar brittle | R79 |
| PANNA COTTA | Mango coulis, citrus panna cotta & berries. | R82 |
| BANANA TOFFEE WAFFLE | Grilled banana, salted caramel sauce, vanilla ice cream & toasted almonds. | R79 |
| CHOCOLATE OREO WAFFLE | Chocolate mousse, crushed Oreo cookies, vanilla ice cream & mint. | R79 |
Circus Circus Drinks Menu
| Drinks Categories & Names | Prices (R) |
|---|---|
| LOCALLY ROASTED COFFEE | |
| Espresso | R26 single / R31 double |
| Cappuccino | R33 single / R38 double |
| Americano | R30 single / R35 double |
| Macchiato | R29 single / R35 double |
| Cortado | R32 single / R37 double |
| Latte | R35 single / R40 double |
| Flavoured Latte | R41 single / R47 double |
| Cappuccino Mug | R40 |
| SMOOTHIES (NON DAIRY) (VEGAN) | |
| Mixed wild berries and apple | R55 |
| Passion fruit | R55 |
| Mint lemonade crush | R55 |
| Kale, pineapple, honey & coconut chia seed | R55 |
| Orange, carrot, mango & pineapple | R55 |
| Pineapple, mango, strawberry, apple & date | R55 |
| Mango, cucumber, kale, spinach, pineapple, celery, dates & chia seed | R55 |
| SMOOTHIES (DAIRY) | |
| Banana & peanut butter | R59 |
| Banana & berry | R59 |
| Coffee freezo VEGAN option available (Add R10) | R59 |
| Mocha freezo VEGAN option available (Add R10) | R59 |
| FRESH JUICES | |
| Orange / Carrot / Seasonal Cocktail / Apple | R51 |
| Pineapple Add ginger R14 | R57 |
| Mango | R45 |
| Cranberry | R45 |
| SPECIALITY JUICES | |
| GREEN JUICE Spinach, apple, cucumber, lemon & ginger | R55 |
| YELLOW JUICE Pineapple, apple, orange, mint & ginger | R58 |
| RED JUICE Beetroot, apple, celery, orange & carrot | R58 |
| SODAS & SOFT DRINKS | |
| Soda Cans | R29 |
| Appletiser / Grapetiser | R38 |
| BOS Ice Tea | R36 |
| Mineral Water | R30 |
| SHAKES | |
| Vanilla / Strawberry Make it Double Thick (add R10) Make it a Large (add R11) | R47 |
| Bar One / Peanut Butter / Oreo / Popcorn / Toasted Marshmallow Make it Double Thick (add R10) Make it a Large (add R12) | R52 |
| HOT BEVERAGES | |
| Hot Teas Regular / Rooibos / Earl Grey/ Chamomile / Green Tea | R29 |
| Red Cappuccino VEGAN option available (Add R10) | R37 |
| Red Latté VEGAN option available (Add R10) | R39 |
| Spiced Chai VEGAN option available (Add R10) | R39 |
| Chococcino VEGAN option available (Add R10) | R44 |
| Milo | R40 |
| Hot Chocolate / White Hot Chocolate | R40 |
| Bar One / Nutella Hazelnut | R44 |
Circus Circus Gateway Menu
Address: Circus Circus Gateway, Shop G020, Palm Blvd, Umhlanga Ridge, Durban North, 4319, South Africa
Hi,
Today I went to circus circus with my dad I would like to thank the staff and the meal was superb keep it up guys