Root 44 is a must-see destination in Stellenbosch. A cutting-edge structure that serves as a gathering spot for both young and old and allows vendors to set up a longer-term booth. A location where quality, vibrancy, and flair converge with the ardent market visitor.
The structure opens to a stunning view of Stellenbosch’s main features, the mountains and vineyards, and merges in perfectly with the surroundings! Select from an exquisite selection of cuisines from throughout the globe. Located on the ground floor, the Root44 Wine Emporium offers a selection of wines, artwork, and delectable food for the well-traveled individual.
It features an art gallery, sports bar, oyster bar, coffee shop, restaurant, wine shop, and tasting room. It offers guests a tasting experience of various Stellenbosch wines, all housed within a well-designed building with stylish interior design. The wine shop draws inspiration from a discovery tour along Stellenbosch’s wine route.
There are many delectable dishes to satisfy any need at Root44 Restaurant. The best steak cuts, fresh seafood, succulent burgers, mouthwatering pizzas, delicious sushi, and much more. Sip a glass of Stellenbosch wine and enjoy the breathtaking views.
Appetizers
Item
Description
Price (R)
Focaccia
Garlic, olive oil, and herbs
R55
Cheese Focaccia
Garlic, olive oil, herbs, and mozzarella
R80
Grilled Halloumi Cheese
Served on a bed of rocket with a sweet chilli sauce
R79
Chili Poppers
Jalapenos filling, covered in breadcrumbs and deep-fried to golden perfection
R70
Chicken Livers
Peri peri pan-fried
R85
Escargots
Garlic and white wine sauce or garlic butter, served with toasted French bread
Chicken Skewer (Tender chicken fillet, peppers, red onion & mushrooms)
R150
Specialties
Item
Description
Price (R)
Kleftiko
Lamb shank, slow-roasted overnight in our pizza oven – the Greek way
R259
Burgers
Item
Description
Price (R)
Classic Cheese Burger
Classic burger topped with cheese
R115
Sauce Burger
Classic burger topped with a sauce of your choice
R125
The Root 44
Cheese, bacon, caramelized onion & avocado
R130
Vegetarian
Vegetarian burger
R150
Classic
Classic burger
R120
From The Sea Menu
Item
Description
Price (R)
Calamari
Platter for 2 – Crayfish, 6 LM prawns, calamari, eight creamy garlic mussels, line fish served on a bed of savory rice with a trio of sauces and fries
R185
Hake Fillet
Grilled or battered & fried till golden, served with chips
R145
Kingklip
Grilled in creamy lemon butter and served with savory rice
R225
10 LM Prawns
Served on a bed of savory rice with lemon butter sauce
R185
6 King Prawns
Served on a bed of savory rice with lemon butter sauce
R275
Prawn Curry
Mild curry with red pepper, onions, coconut milk, garlic & spices on a bed of savory rice
R195
Seafood Extravaganza
Platter for 2 – Crayfish, 6 LM prawns, calamari, eight creamy garlic mussels, line fish served on a bed of savory rice with a trio of sauces and fries.
SQ
Pizzas
Item
Description
Price (R)
Margherita
Tasty margherita pizza
R85
Regina
Ham & Mushroom
R105
Hawaiian
Ham & Pineapple
R105
Mexicana
Bolognaise mince, chilies, garlic, and peppers
R135
California
Bacon, Avo, Feta & Rocket
R140
Quattro Stagioni
Ham, Mushroom, Artichoke, Olives & Rocket
R140
Tango
Sweet Chilli Chicken, Feta & Pepper Dews
R135
Pepperoni
Salami slices, Garlic & Chili
R125
Vegetarian
Mushrooms, Olives, Red Onion, Mixed Peppers, Feta & Rocket
R115
Fig Tree
Brie Cheese, Fig, and Rocket
R165
Add-Ons
Add-Ons
Price (R)
Garlic, Chilli, Onion, Rocket
R10
Pineapple, Peppers, Pepper-dew, Mushroom
R20
Avocado, Artichoke, Ham, Bacon, Salami, Chicken, Anchovy, Feta, Mozzarella, Mince
R30
Pastas
Item
Description
Price (R)
Bolognaise
Minced beef in a Napoletano sauce
R120
Fettuccini Alfredo
Smoked ham & mushrooms in a creamy white sauce
R125
Chicken Basil Pesto
Penne pasta in a creamy basil pesto sauce and succulent chicken topped with parmesan
R125
Vegetarian
Penne pasta with peppers, mushrooms, zucchini & feta drizzled with olive oil & basil pesto
R120
Sauces & Side Orders
Item
Price (R)
Sauces
Madagascan Pepper
R35
Mushroom
R25
Creamy Garlic & White Wine
R35
Cheese
R30
Mustard & Thyme
R35
Peri-Peri
R25
Sides
Fries
R25
Savoury Rice
R25
Roasted Veg
R25
Side Salad
R25
Onion Rings
R25
Traditional Sushi
Sushi
Description
Price (R)
California Roll – 4pc
Salmon
R55
Tuna
R55
Prawn
R55
Tempura Prawn
R65
Roses – 4pc
Salmon or Tuna
R55
Maki Roll – 6pc
Salmon
R55
Tuna
R55
Prawn
R55
Chefs Choice – 16pc
4 x Ninja Roll
R138
4 x Rock Shrimp
R150
4 x Tiger Roll
R348
4 x Rainbow Roll
R348
Blue Waters Choice – 16pc
4 x Rainbow Sandwich
R65
3 x New Style Nigiri
R65
4 x Tiger Roll
R65
5 x Futo Maki
R78
Crunch Roll – 5pc
Salmon
R82
Tuna
R82
Prawn
R82
Tempura Prawn
R82
Fashion Sandwich – 4pc
Salmon
R138
Tuna
R150
Prawn
R348
Sashimi – 6pc
Salmon or Tuna
R68
Seared Salmon or Tuna
R68
Manager’s Choice – 16pc
4 x Sakura Roll
R68
4 x Rock Shrimp Roll
R82
4 x Crunchy Sandwich
R82
4 x Lekka Ball
R82
Signature Sushi
Sushi Rolls
Description
Price (R)
Sakura Roll
California roll, topped with chopped tempura prawn in special sauce
R78
Rainbow Roll
Prawn, salmon, and tuna Rainbow Roll topped with teriyaki, sesame oil & spring onion
R78
Hot Rocking Roll
California roll, topped with chopped tempura prawn in special sauce
R78
Rock Shrimp Roll
Tuna roll topped with prawn, avo & mayo
R78
Tiger Roll
Tempura prawn roll topped with prawn
R78
Ninja Roll
Prawn & avo roll topped with crispy prawn in peanut sauce
R78
Dragon Roll
Eel & avo roll topped with spring onion & 7-spice
R88
Rainbow Sandwich
Fashion sandwich topped with salmon, tuna, teriyaki sauce, mayo & caviar
R98
Osaka Roses
Salmon roses topped with chopped spicy seafood mix, mayo & spring onion
Traditional roll with salmon, tuna, prawn, avo, pickle, mayo & bean curd
R145
New-style Nigiri – 3pc
Salmon nigiri topped with prawn & mayo
R145
Crunchy Sandwich – 5pc
Deep-fried salmon fashion sandwich with chopped spicy tuna mayo & teriyaki sauce
R145
Wasabi Parcel – 5pc
Salmon, wasabi & mayo
R145
Soft Shell Crab Roll – 8pc
Crispy soft shell crab with mayo
R155
Desserts
Dessert
Description
Price (R)
Creme Bruleè
Smooth and creamy custard topped with caramelized sugar
R75
Passionate Lemon Cheesecake
Heavenly match of passion fruit and lemon cheesecake with lemon curd on a golden gingerbread crumble base, topped with granadilla and lemon fruit coulis
R75
Salted Caramel Baked Cheesecake
Decadent thick cream cheese and double cream baked to perfection on a golden oat biscuit base, topped with silky salted caramel
R75
Boston Brownie
Boston-style chocolate brownie made with tree nuts, cocoa, and fresh eggs, topped with a milk chocolate-flavored ganache and cocoa crumble
R75
Chocolate Volcano
Rich chocolate-flavored dessert with a molten center baked to perfection, self-saucing with a generous amount of chocolate