The Harvard Cafe at Rand Airport is tucked away in the center of aviation adventure. Picture a sanctuary where the thrilling hum of airplane engines blends with the perfume of freshly made coffee. Imagine yourself on a sun-filled balcony with a view of the tarmac, where the spirit of wanderlust permeates every drink.
This is The Harvard Cafe’s charm, my dear traveler, tucked away in the center of Rand Airport, South Africa. The Harvard Cafe is more than a dining establishment; it’s a doorway to a world of aviation fantasies. The Harvard Cafe extends a warm greeting and a sincere grin to everyone who enters, be they a seasoned pilot refueling for your next adventure, a curious onlooker in amazement of the dance of the skies, or a tired traveler seeking comfort in a steaming cup of coffee.
Enter and allow the atmosphere to envelop you. The area feels new and welcoming, with modern touches and exposed brick walls that whisper stories of ancient air travel. Weary legs are drawn to the shiny chrome bar stools, and comfortable couches offer warm nooks for meeting up with other travelers. The lively chatter of friends sharing stories over plates full of delectable food is interspersed with the rhythmic clinking of cutlery and laughter.
However, the allure of The Harvard Cafe goes beyond its quaint atmosphere. With its vast patio offering sweeping views of the runway, this restaurant turns every meal into a front-row seat for the exciting spectacle of takeoffs and landings. See the silver giants split the blue sky with their graceful rise, or watch them return, glowing golden in the twilight, their bellies full of distant tales.
The Harvard Cafe is an experience rather than merely a dining establishment. It’s a place where the exhilaration of flying combines with the coziness of a well-known retreat, and every interaction offers the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and create memories that stay far after the last cup of coffee.
So, what are you waiting for, lovely traveler? Nestled in the center of Rand Airport is The Harvard Cafe, where your adventure awaits.
The Harvard Cafe Breakfast Menu
Item Description Price (R) SPITFIRE 1 Egg, Bacon, Tomato, Toast & Fries R35.90 CHIPMUNK 2 Eggs, Bacon, Mushrooms, Pork/Beef Sausage, Grilled Tomato, Fries & Toast R77.90 OMELETTE Fillings: Mushroom, Ham, Cheese, Tomato, Bacon, Onion or Savory Mince R77.90 HEALTHY BREAKFAST Paw-Paw Served with Yoghurt and honey, Sprinkled with Flaked Almonds R70.90 HARVARD BREAKFAST 2 Eggs, Bacon, Mushrooms, 150g Sirloin Steak, Tomato, Fries & Toast R89.90
The Harvard Cafe Toasted Treats
Item Price (R) CHEESE & TOMATO R45.90 CHEESE & HAM R47.90 CHEESE, HAM & TOMATO R49.90 BACON & EGG R50.90 BACON & AVO R58.90 CHICKEN MAYONNAISE R52.90 CHEESE, BACON & EGG R54.90 TOASTED SIRLOIN STEAK WITH ONION, MUSHROOM & TOMATO R85.90 CLUB SANDWICH R85.90
The Harvard Cafe Tramezinni
Item Description Price (R) SPINACH & FETA Served with Fries R75.90 CHICKEN MAYONNAISE Served with Fries R79.90 BACON, AVO & FETA Served with Fries R85.90 CHICKEN PREGO Served with Fries R79.90 GRILLED CHICKEN & HALLOUMI Served with Fries R83.90 SIRLOIN PREGO Served with Fries R85.90 BACON, HALLOUMI & PEPPADEW Served with Fries R85.90
The Harvard Cafe Wraps
Item Description Price (R) GRILLED HALLOUMI Avo, Sweet Chilli & Grilled Halloumi. Served with Fries R72.90 SESAME CHICKEN Crumbed Chicken Strips with Sesame seeds, Feta, Avo, and sweet Chilli Sauce. Served with Fries R79.90 CHICKEN CURRY Mild Chicken Curry. Served with Fries R79.90 BEEF Grilled Sirloin Steak Strips with Jalapeno and feta. Served with Fries R85.90 SALMON Imported Smoked Salmon, Chunky Cottage Cheese, and avo. Served with Fries R98.90
The Harvard Cafe Burgers & Rolls
Item Description Price (R) BARON BURGER 160g Beef Patty, Garnish & Sauce. Served on a seeded Bun with Fries. R102.90 200g Beef and bacon patty Filled with Melted Cheddar, Cheese, Garnish and Sauce. 150g Grilled Chicken Breast, Garnish & Sauce. Served on a seeded Bun with Fries. R102.90 CRUMBED CHICKEN BURGER 150g Crumbed Chicken Breast, Garnish & Sauce. Served on a seeded Bun with Fries. R102.90 DAKOTA BURGER 160g Beef Patty, Sliced Cheddar Cheese, Garnish & Sauce. Served on a seeded Bun with Fries. R113.90 JUNKER BURGER 160g Beef Patty, Bacon, Egg, Sliced Cheddar Cheese, Garnish & Sauce. R140.90 BCG BURGER 160g Beef Patty, Bacon, Sliced Cheddar, Cheese, Guacamole, Garnish & Sauce. R128.90 PREGO ROLL 130g Sirloin Steak, Fried onions, Tomato & Prego Sauce, Served on a Portuguese Roll. R128.90 STUFFED BURGER 200g Beef and bacon patty Filled with Melted Cheddar, Cheese, Garnish and sauce. R128.90 RIB BURGER 150g Deboned Rib Patty, Garnish & Sauce. R128.90 AIRWOLF BURGER 160g Beef patty, Double Bacon, Double Cheese, Prego Sauce & Chilli ( No Garnish). R145.90 HARVARD BURGER 150g Fillet Steak, Garnish & Sauce. R150.90 DOUBLE CHEESEBURGER 2x160g Beef patty, Double sliced Cheddar Cheese, Garnish & Sauce. R145.90
The Harvard Cafe Starters
Item Description Price (R) OYSTERS Served on Crushed Ice with Black Pepper & Tabasco. R25.90 SQUID HEADS Six deshelled prawns in a creamy Garlic Sauce topped with Mozzarella Cheese, Served with Brown Bread Fingers. R39.90 GARLIC SNAILS 18 Snails in a creamy Garlic Sauce topped with Mozzarella Cheese, Served with Brown Bread Fingers. R65.90 CRUMBED MUSHROOMS Crumbed Button Mushrooms, Served with Green Salad and mayonnaise Dip. R59.90 GARLIC PRAWNS 6 deshelled prawns in a creamy Garlic Sauce topped with Mozzarella Cheese, Served with Brown Bread Fingers. R59.90 MUSSELS 12 Half Shells Mussels, Served in white wine & Napoletana Sauce, Served with Brown Bread Fingers. R60.90 TRINCHADO Cubes of Rump Steak in a spicy Red Wine and garlic Sauce, Served with 2 Cocktail Portuguese Rolls. R65.90 CHICKEN LIVERS Livers in a mild Peri-Peri Sauce with Green Pepper and onion, Served with 2 Cocktail Portuguese Rolls. R60.90 HALLOUMI Fingers of Halloumi Cheese, Grilled or Fried, Served with Green Salad and sweet Chilli Sauce. R69.90 CALAMARI Tubes of Calamari, Grilled or Fried, Served with Rice and lemon Butter Sauce. R69.90 BUFFALO WINGS 4 BBQ Chicken wings, Served with Fries and prego Sauce. R79.90
The Harvard Cafe Salads
Item Description Price (R) GREEK SALAD Feta Cheese, Calamata Olives, Tomato, Onion, Cucumber, Green Pepper & Lettuce. R70.90 BILTONG & PEACH SALAD Biltong, Peach Slices & Flaked Almonds, Served on a bed of Crisp Lettuce with a light Vinaigrette Dressing. R79.90 HARVARD SALAD Greek Salad, topped with Grilled Chicken Strips and pineapple. R85.90 BLUE CHEESE SALAD Rocket & Lettuce topped with Avo, Cucumber Blue Cheese & Strawberries, And a Balsamic Vinegar & Sweet Chilli Dressing. R89.90 CESSNA SALAD Grilled Chicken Breast, topped with Feta and peppadews, Served on a bed of Fresh Garden Greens. R85.90 CEASAR SALAD Crispy Diced Bacon, Boiled Egg, and Croutons, Served on Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, and cucumber. R86.90 SMOKED SALMON SALAD Smoked Salmon, Capers, Onions, and chunky Cottage Cheese, Served on a bed of Crisp Lettuce. R99.90
The Harvard Cafe Chicken Menu
Item Description Price (R) CHICKEN MASALA Pan-fried chicken Breast, prepared in a Sweet White Wine Sauce, Served with Rice or Fries and vegetables. R115.90 CHICKEN BREAST Pan Fried Chicken Breast, topped with Mushrooms & a Tangy Cheese Sauce, Served with Rice or Fries and vegetables. R115.90 SPRING CHICKEN Grilled Spring Chicken with Lemon Butter or Peri-Peri, Served with Rice or Fries and vegetables. R135.90 CHICKEN SCHNITZEL Crumbed Chicken Breast, topped with a Tangy Cheese Sauce, Served with Rice or Fries and vegetables. R115.90
The Harvard Cafe Meaty Treats
Item Description Price (R) ZLIN RUMP Rump Steak with BBQ basting, Served with Rice or Fries and vegetables. R149.90 CATALINA T-BONE T-bone Steak with BBQ basting, Served with Rice or Fries and vegetables. R240.90 MONSTER PITTS SIRLOIN Sirloin Steak with BBQ basting, Served with Rice or Fries and vegetables. R155.90 MONSTER PITTS SIRLOIN Sirloin Steak with BBQ basting, Served with Rice or Fries and vegetables. R155.90 STEARMAN FILLET Fillet Steak with BBQ basting, Served with Rice or Fries and vegetables. R269.90 RIBS Pork Ribs with BBQ basting, Served with Rice or Fries & Vegetables R260.90 CHOICE OF SAUCES Spicy Harvard, Cheese, Mushroom, Pepper & Garlic. R30.90
The Harvard Cafe Combo Meals
Item Description Price (R) CHICKEN & CHOURICO SKEWERS 2 Flame Grilled Skewers, with Peri-Peri Chicken Breast, Chourico Sausage, Red and green Pepper & Spanish Onion. R90.90 CALAMARI COMBO Calamari Tubes and squid Heads, Grilled or Fried, Served with Rice or Fries and vegetables. R105.90 SIRLOIN & CALAMARI 200g Sirloin Steak with Grilled or Fried Calamari, Served with Rice or Fries and vegetables. R130.90 RIB & PRAWN 300g Ribs & 3 medium Prawns, Served with Rice or Fries and Vegetables. R130.90 RIB & WINGS 300g Ribs & 4 BBQ Buffalo wings, served with Rice or Fries and vegetables. R130.90 RIB & CHICKEN 300g Ribs & 1/2 Spring Chicken, Served with Rice or Fries and vegetables. R165.90 MEZE PLATTER Choices of the following. Chourico, Chicken Livers, Calamari, Halloumi, Buffalo wings & Crumbled Mushrooms. R220.90
The Harvard Cafe Seafood Menu
Item Description Price (R) MAKE Hake Fillet, Fried or Grilled, served with Rice or Fries and vegetables. R110.90 CALAMARI Tubes of Calamari, Fried or Grilled, Served with Rice or Fries and vegetables. R130.90 SOLE 2 Tender East Coast Soles, Grilled, Served with Rice or Fries and vegetables. R160.90 KINGKLIP Grilled Fillet of Kingklip, Served with Rice or Fries and vegetables. R180.90 SEAFOOD PLATTER Four medium prawns, Hake, Mussels, and calamari, served with Rice and fries. R190.90 PRAWN EXTRAVAGANZA Four medium prawns, Hake, Mussels, and calamari, served with Rice and fries. R240.90 KING PRAWNS Fifteen medium prawns, Grilled, Served with Fries and Rice. R250.90
The Harvard Cafe Pasta
Item Description Price (R) NAPOLITANA Traditional Italian Tomato Sauce with Herbs and garlic. R96.90 BOLOGNESE Spicy Mince & Tomato. R133.90 BEEF LASAGNE Layers of Bolognese, Pasta sheets, and creamy Sauce topped with Mozzarella Cheese. R128.90 ALFREDO Ham & Mushroom in a Fresh Creamy Sauce. R133.90 POLO Strips of Chicken in Fresh, Creamy Napoiletana Sauce. R133.90 AREOLA Strips of Beef in a Fresh, Creamy Napoletana Sauce. R96.90
The Harvard Cafe Pizzas
Item Description Price (R) MARGHERITA Cheese & Tomato. R112.90 REGINA Cheese, Tomato & Mushrooms. R127.90 VEGETARIAN Cheese, Tomato, Onion, Mushrooms, Olive & Green Pepper. R127.90 HAWALIA Cheese, Tomato, Ham & Pineapple. R127.90 MEXICANA Cheese, Tomato, Chilli, Onions, Mince & Green Pepper. R146.90 FOUR SEASONS Cheese, Tomato, Ham, Mushrooms, Olives & Green Pepper. R138.90 MUSTANG SALLY Cheese & Tomato, Debonded Pork Ribs & Pineapple. R138.90 HARVARD Cheese, Tomato, Bacon & Spicy Chicken. R138.90 COCKPIT Cheese, Tomato, Spicy Chicken, Onions, Green Pepper, Garlic & Chilli. R138.90 ANTONOR 328 Cheese, Tomato, Spicy Chicken & Avo. R138.90 HAWKER HURRICANE Cheese, Tomato, Chicken Mayo & Bacon. R138.90 TIGER SPECIAL Cheese, Tomato, Anchovies, Salami & Mushrooms. R157.90 BOEING 747 Cheese, Tomato, Bacon, Salami, Onions, Green Pepper & Chilli. R164.90 DOUGLAS DC3 Cheese, Tomato, Bitong, Avo & Feta. R156.90 YAK 52 Cheese, Tomato, Salami, Peppadawe, Sundried Tomato. R138.90 G1 Cheese, Tomato, Bacon, Ham, Salami & Spicy Chicken. R175.90 AIRWOLF PIZZA Cheese, Tomato, Debonded pork Ribs, Green Pepper, Mushroom, Garlic & Chilli. R156.90 FOKKER F28 Cheese, Tomato, Parma Ham & Rocket R106.90 ALBATROSS Creamy Garlic & Napoletana Base, topped with Cheese Mushroom & Deshelled Prawns. R114.90 HERBS R45.90 GARLIC R49.90 CHEESE R65.90 PITTIS SPECIAL Cheese, Tomato, Bacon, Avo & Feta R156.90
The Harvard Cafe Chef Specialties
Item Description Price (R) CHICKEN CURRY Mild Chicken Curry Served with Rice. R99.90 BEEF & GUINNESS POT PIE Cubes of Beef and vegetables in a Guinness Gravy, topped with a pastry crust, Served with Side Salad. R99.90 BEEF STIR FRY Beef Strips, Stir-fried with Vegetables, served on a bed of Spicy Rice. R99.90 TRINCHADO Strips of Beef Rump prepared in a Spicy Red wine and garlic Sauce Served with Fries or Rice and vegetables. R130.90 JACK DANIELS SIRLOIN 200g Sirloin in a Jack Daniels Sauce, Served with Fries or Vegetables. R135.90 OXTAIL They are prepared in red wine, traditional herbs, and spices and served with fries or rice and vegetables. R160.90 KLEFTIKO Succulent lamb baked in a weed-burning oven was served the traditional Greek way with a Greek side salad. R180.90
The Harvard Cafe Sweet Sensations
Item Description Price (R) CHOCOLATE MOUSSE Homemade Chocolate Mousse Served with Cream or Ice Cream. R47.90 ICE CREAM With Homemade Bar one Sauce. R49.90 ITALIAN KISSES Bite-size, Hazelnut ice cream coated in Rich Milk Chocolate. R49.90 CHOCOLATE VOLCANO A chocolate Muffin filled with Hot Liquid Chocolate, Served with Cream or Ice Cream. R55.90 CHOCOLATE BROWNIE Delicious Chocolate Fudge Brownie Served with Cream or Ice Cream. R59.90 MALVA PUDDING Served with Hot Custard R59.90 HARVARD PUDDING Our Homemade dessert with layers of Tennis Biscuits, condensed milk & topped with Peppermint Crisp. R59.90 SELECTION OF CAKES Ask your Waiter. R55.90
The Harvard Cafe Roses
Item Description Price (R) SALMON ROSES Rice wrapped in Salmon, topped with Mayonnaise and caviar. R66.90
The Harvard Cafe Sashimi
Item Description Price (R) SESAME SALMON 3PC Slices of premium salmon coated in Sesame seeds. R68.90 SALMON 3PC Slices of premium Fresh Salmon. R68.90
The Harvard Cafe Nigiri
Item Description Price (R) PRAWN Rice topped with Prawn. R50.90 SALMON Rice topped with Premium Salmon. R50.90
The Harvard Cafe Fashion Sandwiches
Item Description Price (R) CRAB 8PC Crab, Avocado, and cucumber with Spicy Sauce and sesame Seeds. R96.90 PRAWN Prawn, Avocado, and cucumber with Mayonnaise and sesame Seeds. R114.90 SALMON Salmon, Avocado, and cucumber with Mayonnaise and sesame Seeds. R76.90 BILTONG G CHEESE Biltong & Cream Cheese with Mayonnaise & Sesame Seeds. R104.90
The Harvard Cafe California Rolls
Item Description Price (R) CRAB 4 PC Crab, Avocado, Cucumber, Spicy Sauce, and sesame Seeds. R48.90 PRAWNS Prawn, Avocado, and cucumber with Mayonnaise and sesame Seeds. R96.90 BILTONG G CHEESE Biltong & Cream Cheese with Mayonnaise & Sesame Seeds. R126.90 SALMON 8PC Salmon, Avocado, and cucumber with Mayonnaise and sesame Seeds. R104.90 SIGNATURE Crispy Prawn and cheese with Spicy Sauce, Thick soy, Caviar, Scallion, and smoked Salmon. R160.90 ROCK PRAWN Salmon California topped with Fried Prawn in Deluxe Sauce. R112.90
The Harvard Cafe Platters
Item Description Price (R) SUMMER PLATTER Strawberry, Salmon & Cheese 4 PC, Rock Prawn 2pc, Sashimi 3pc. R200.90 SALMON PLATTER Salmon Rose 3pc, Salmon Fashion Sandwich 4pc, Salmon California Roll 4pc. R210.90 HOBART PLATTER Yummy Nigiri 2pc, Salmon California 4pc, Prawn California 4pc, Crab Fashion 4pc, Cucumber Mak, 6pc. R236.90 BONX PLATTER Strawberry Salmon Fashion 4pc, Prawn Fashion 4pc, Signature California 4pc, Maki Prawn 4pc, Nigiri Prawn 2pc, Salmon California 4pc. R380.90 PLATINUM PLATTER Salmon Sashimi 3pc, Rock Prawn 4pc, Strawberry Rainbow 8pc, Prawn fashion 4pc, Salmon Roses 3pc. R400.90
The Harvard Cafe Maki
Item Description Price (R) AVOCADO MAKI Rice, Avocado, and mayonnaise Wrapped in Nori. R44.90 CRAB MAKI Rice, Crab stick & Dynamite sauce wrapped in Nori. R46.90 PRAWN MAKI Rice, Prawn & Dynamite Sauce wrapped in Nori. R59.90 SALMON MAKI Rice, Salmon, and wasabi wrapped in Nori. R59.90
The Harvard Cafe Inari Pocket
Item Description Price (R) SALMON INARI POCKET An inari pocket filled with Rice, Avocado, Cucumber, and salmon. R52.90 PRAWN INARI POCKET A pocket of inari filled with Rice, Avocado, and prawn. R52.90
The Harvard Cafe Handrolls
Item Description Price (R) PRAWN Prawn, Avocado, Cucumber, Dynamite Sauce, and sesame seeds. R52.90 TEMPURA Crispy prawn, Avocado, Cucumber, and sesame seeds with Deluxe Sauce. R58.90 SALMON Salmon, Avocado, Cucumber, Mayonnaise, and sesame seeds. R58.90
The Harvard Cafe Kiddies Menu
Item Price (R) VIENNA & CHIPS R39.90 100 G BURGER & CHIPS R45.90 FISH FINGERS & CHIPS R39.90 MARGHERITA PIZZA R40.90 MACARONI & CHEESE R45.90 HAWAIIAN PIZZA R45.90 200G RIBS & CHIPS R55.90 CHICKEN STRIPS AND CHIPS R49.90
The Harvard Cafe Sweet Treats
Item Price (R) ICE CREAM AND CHOCOLATE SAUCE R23.90 MILKSHAKE R23.90
The Harvard Cafe Freshly Squeezed Juices
Item Price (R) APPLE, PINEAPPLE, CARROT, ORANGE R40.90
The Harvard Cafe Hot & Steamy
Item Price (R) ESPRESSO R18.90 FILTER COFFEE R19.90 TEA (ROOIBOS OR 5 ROSES) R19.90 MACCHIATO R21.90 AMERICANO R21.90 CAPPUCCINO R26.90 ROOIBOS CAPPUCCINO R28.90 MILO, HOT CHOCOLATE R30.90 CAFFE LATTE R30.90 CAFFE MOCHA R32.90
The Harvard Cafe Cold Beverages
Item Price (R) MINERAL WATER 500ML R19.90 MINERAL WATER 1LIT R32.90 COKE, FANTA, SPRITE R21.90 FRUIT JUICE R25.90 APPLEtISER & GRAPETISER R25.90 ICE TEA R27.90 RED BULL R27.90 MILKSHAKE – Chocolate, Strawberry, Bubble gum, Banana, Vanilla & Lime. R39.90
The Harvard Cafe Chillas
Item Price (R) FREEZACCINO R49.90 WHITE CHOCOLATE R49.90
