Welcome to Grate Café.

Discover the perfect blend of exceptional coffee, delightful meals and heart warming connections at Grate Café.
Join us for a sip, a bite, and a moment to remember.

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About Us

Grate Café started in the heart of Illovo, Sandton, driven by a passion for great coffee, handcrafted meals, and a sense of community. At Grate Café, we offer everything from mouth-watering pasta to creative innovations, catering to every food enthusiast. Our menu also includes healthy options, along with a delightful variety of snacks and hearty dishes. Every cup of coffee at Grate Café is made with pure love and kindness. As we grew, our commitment to fostering community relationships helped expand Grate Café into a national chain.

Join us at Grate Café for a beautiful day out!

Elevate your office events or personal celebrations with the distinctive GrateCafé experience.

EVENT COMING UP?

Experience the unique charm of Grate Café for your next special occasion! Conveniently situated near Sandton and Illovo, we cater to all events, including birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, and baby showers. Let us help make your celebration truly unforgettable. Get in touch with us today to plan your perfect event!

TAKE OUT COFFEE

Savour the delightful flavours of Grate Café’s expertly crafted warm beverages, perfect for your enjoyment and comfort. Located near Sandton, Illovo, we bring you a premium coffee experience like no other. Visit us today and indulge in a cup of pure satisfaction!

Send a curated box containing pestais nata cakes and cake slices, to that special someone in your life

THOUGHTFUL GIFITNG

Surprise someone special with a curated box of indulgence from Grate Café, located near Sandton and Illovo. Filled with irresistible Pastéis de Nata and decadent cake slices, this thoughtfully crafted gift is perfect for celebrating life’s sweetest moments. Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, or just because, our delightful treat boxes will make your loved one feel truly cherished. Order yours today and share the joy of Grate Café!

DOG FRIENDLY

Grate Café, conveniently located near Sandton and Illovo, is a dog-friendly haven where you can bring your furry baby along! Whether you’re savoring a delicious meal or enjoying a casual drink, your pet is welcome to join in on the fun. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, relaxing space where everyone – including your four-legged friends – feels at home. Visit us today for a pet-friendly experience you’ll both love!e.

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EVERYDAY

Freshly Baked Muffins & Croissants Half-Price after 3pm (Collection Only)

SATURDAYS

Bottomless Mimosas | 10am-1pm | R188 per person

DON’T FORGET
Bring Your Dog Along – We’re Pet Friendly!
Wide Selection of Wines, Cocktails, Spirits, and Beer
Stella Artois – Our Signature Beer on Tap

BREAKFAST GOURMET SANDWICHES & SALADS CAFE STYLE PIZZA & PASTA REFRESHMENTS ALCOHOLIC BEVRAGES PLATTERS

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Breakfast

Breakfast served until 12.
Served with jam & butter / Substitute bacon with macon add +R33
All breakfasts with either white, brown, seeded health or rye bread.

CLASSIC BREAKFASTS

Grate Breakfast
R147
2 eggs, 3 rashers back bacon, 2 Italian sausage, roasted tomato, sautéed mushrooms

Add 100g rump steak +R72
Mini Grate English Breakfast
R110
1 egg, 2 rashers back bacon, 1 beef sausage, roasted tomato, sautéed mushrooms
The Med
R148

2 eggs, grilled halloumi, slices of avo, fresh cherry tomatoes served with toasted ciabatta

Add bacon +R38
Early Bird
R105
Footlong Pork Russian, 2 eggs & fries

Breakfast Bagel
R138

Crispy bacon, scrambled eggs & cheddar topped with hollondaise sauce
Brioche French Toast
R108
Served with a mixed berry compote & mascarpone

Bacon option +R44
Stacked Pancakes
R122

Fluﬀy pancakes served with a berry compote & mascarpone

Add bacon +R44 / Add Nutella & banana slices +R58
Dry muesli with seasonal fruit
R118

Served with Greek yoghurt & honey
Paw Paw Bowl
R112

Thick Greek yoghurt, fresh paw paw & toasted almonds
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Salad
R105

Add Greek yoghurt +R38
Hot Oats
R95

Dates, sliced banana, toasted almonds & sunflower seeds

Add mixed berries +R22

OMELETTE (3 egg omelette) Option Egg White add +R14

Parma ham
R168
Parma ham, mozzarella. cherry tomatoes & basil
Grated Cheddar
R138
Avo, cherry tomatoes & jalapeños

Add bolognese mince +R65
Bacon
R138
Mozzarella / cheddar / chopped onion & tomatoe

SCRAMBLED EGGS (3 fluﬀy scrambled eggs)

Plain
R68
Napoli eggs
R122

Scrambled eggs folded into napoletana sauce, sautéed onions, cherry tomatoes, feta & fresh chili
Scrambled eggs with bacon or footlong pork russian
R95
40g smoked salmon, scrambled eggs, cottage cheese & chives
R165
Add avo +R38

BENEDICTS

Poached eggs, hollondaise on a freshly baked english muﬃn

Parma ham
R168
Bacon
R125
40g smoked salmon & sautéed spinach
R172

OPEN TOASTIES

Served on toasted sourdough / rye / ciabatta

Smashed avo, olive oil, lemon, salt, pepper & tabasco
R92
Chunky cottage cheese and sliced avo, topped with an egg, cherry tomatoes & finished with basil pesto
R117

FRESHLY BAKED

TOASTED SANWICHES & TRAMEZZINIS

Option of white, brown, sourdough or rye
Served with a garden green salad or fresh-cut fries
Macon swap out charged as an extra +R29

Mozzarella, tomato
Sandwich R82 Tramezzini R105
Ham, mozzarella, tomato
Sandwich R92 Tramezzini R115
Bacon & eggs
Sandwich R88 Tramezzini R128
Chicken mayonnaise
Sandwich R94 Tramezzini R128
Chicken mayo & jalapeño
Sandwich R98 Tramezzini R133
Mince & cheddar
Sandwich R115 Tramezzini R142
BBQ steak, caramelised onion & cheddar
Sandwich R115 Tramezzini R155
Chicken, mozzarella, onion & prego sauce
Tramezzini R175

GOURMET SANDWICHES

Fresh cut fries or a green salad +R25
Avo is seasonal & can be subsituted
Gluten-Free wraps add +R22 / as a tramezzini add +R22

Sushi salmon bagel
R188

Smoked salmon, avo, pickled ginger, cucumber & spicy mayo.

Served with honey & sesame infused soya sauce on the side
Club sandwich on toasted white or brown
R148

Chicken mayo, crispy bacon, cheddar, lettuce & tomato
Hot dog
R110

Flame-grilled footlong cheese griller served on a toasted brioche roll, topped with caramalised onions, jalapeños & mustard
Chicken schnitzel
R138

feta, avo & spicy mayo on a panini / whole wheat wrap
Tuna
R110

Tuna mixed with mayo & dijon mustard, sliced avo, red onion, tomatoes & butter lettuce on toasted sourdough
Parma ham panini
R168

Mozzarella, tomatoes & rocket drizzled with olive oil & balsamic vinegar

SALADS

Quinoa Superfood Salad (V)
R164
Roasted butternut, broccoli, avo, feta, sunflower seeds, sweetcorn, roasted chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber & rocket

Chicken fillet add +R48 / 40g Smoked Salmon add +R88
ROASTED BUTTERNUT & BEETROOT (V)
R148
Roasted butternut, beetroot, Danish feta, roasted sunflower seeds, avo & mixed lettuce

Chicken fillet add +R48 / 40g Smoked Salmon add +R88
HALLOUMI & AVO SALAD (V)
R148
Halloumi, avo, olives, fresh cherry tomatoes, roasted red peppers, cucumbers, red onion on a bed of butter lettuce
SMOKED SALMON
R188
Salmon trout, cottage cheese, avo, red onion, capers, cucumber on a bed of baby leaf spinach & butter lettuce
TUNA MAYO or OLIVE OIL & LEMON
R168
Tuna, avo, boiled eggs, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, carrots & red onions on a bed of chopped butter lettuce
STEAK SALAD
Sliced rump or fillet steak, feta, avo, tomatoes, peppers & cucumber on a bed of rocket & butter lettuce
200gr Rump R188 / 200gr Fillet R215
CHICKEN, AVO & FETA
R148
Flame grilled chicken breasts, avo, feta, tomatoes, cucumbers & red onions on a bed of baby spinach & mixed green leaves
CAESAR SALAD
R112
Crispy bacon, boiled eggs, croutons, cos letuce, cherry tomatoes, topped with parmesan shavings & a classic caesar dressing

Chicken fillet option add+R48 / swap out bacon for avo
PRAWN & AVO SALAD
R255

6 Queen prawns, grated parmesan, avo, baby spinach leaves, cucumber & red onions on a bed of butter lettuce & rocket

CAFE STYLE

PORTO STEAK
Rump R198 / Fillet R235
200g Rump in a Portuguese spicy sauce topped with an egg
STEAK
Rump 200g - R194 / Rump 300g - R235 / Fillet 200g - R225
Served with a parmesan and avo salad & fresh cut chips.
SKINNY LAMB CHOPS
R288

400g lamb chops marinated in lemon & herbs served with golden fries & a Greek village salad
CHICKEN SCHNITZEL
R188

Coated in breadcrumbs, fried till golden served with fresh-cut fries or a Greek salad
CHICKEN BREASTS
R167

2 flame grilled chicken fillets served with a Greek salad or mixed roast veg
MEDITERRANEAN STYLE BEEF PATTIES
R168

Served with a parmesan, avo salad & fresh-cut fries
HALF FLAME-GRILLED PERI-PERI CHICKEN
R168

Served with fresh-cut fries or mixed roast veg
CHICKEN LIVERS
R98

In a creamy peri-peri sauce served with toasted ciabatta

Add Rice +R32 / Add fresh-cut fries R32
FRIED HAKE
R168

Fried hake served with fresh-cut fries & tartar sauce
NORWEGIAN SALMON
R325

200g pan-seared salmon, served with roast veg & a honey, soy sesame sauce
CURRY & RICE
Chicken R162 / prawn R215 / lamb R295

GRATE BURGERS

On a toasted brioche bun, served with fries

R142
Beef Burger

200g in-house beef patty, with butter lettuce, onions, gherkins & tomatoes
R155
Cheese Burger

200g in-house beef patty, with butter lettuce, onions, gherkins & tomatoes
R168
Cheese & Bacon

200g in-house beef patty, with butter lettuce, onions, gherkins & tomatoes
R148

Crumbed chicken burger

Golden fried chicken breast layered with creamy spicy mayo slaw & gherkins

Add cheddar +R18

PIZZA

All have a tomato base

Margherita
R110
Mozzarella
Vegan Way
R155

Avo, cured melanzane, baby marrows, cherry tomatoes & rocket

Add Mozzarella +R38
Pollo
R188

Mozzarella, spicy chicken, avo & roasted red peppers
Mexican
R188

Mozzarella, bolognese mince, mixed pepper & chilli
El Greco
R188

Mozzarella, crispy bacon, avo & feta
Regina
R158

Mozzarella, ham & mushrooms
Chicken Prego
R188

Mozzarella, chicken & bacon in a creamy peri-peri sauce

PASTA

Penne or spaghetti

Napoletana
R98
Tomato based sauce
Bianco
R118

Garlic, chilli, olives, cherry tomatoes & parsley tossed in olive oil

Add chicken breast +R48
Bolognaise
R155

Beef mince in a napoletana sauce
Rump Steak
R178

Sirloin steak in a creamy napoletana sauce with a touch of chilli
Chicken Pesto
R177

Chicken tossed in a basil pesto sauce
Chicken & mushroom
R177

In a creamy parmesan sauce
Prawn
R225

5 Queen prawns in a creamy napolitana sauce with a touch of chilli

Non alcoholic Beverages

Refreshing

R32
Cold drinks 300ml
R42
Tizers 330ml
R42
BOS Ice tea Peach & Lemon 330ml
R42
Fruit juices (Sir Juice) – mango, fruit cocktail, strawberry & granadilla
R69
Rock Shandy/Steel Works
R29
500ml Local Still & Sparkling Water
R62
750ml Local Still & Sparkling Water

Freshly Squeezed

Add a shot of ginger +R22

R58
Carrot,Apple,Orange,Pear
R58
Pineapple & Mint
R62
Cucumber,Apple,Spinach,Celery & lemon
R62

Beetroot, apple, carrot, lemon

Granitas

Crushed ice blended with ja choice of fruit juice

R48
Mango / Lemon / Granadilla / Strawberry
R58
Apple, cucumber & mint

Hot or Frozen

R68
Coffee freezo (98% fat free) / Spice chai / Hazelnut Latte

Coffee

R28
Espresso – Single
R35
Espresso – Double
R39

Petite cappuccino (single shot)
R45

Cappuccino (double shot)
R45
Cortado
Equal amounts coffee & milk
R45
Flat White – Doube shot of espresso-based coffee with steamed milk
R39
Americano
Filter coffee with milk on the side
R35
Caffe latte
Steamed milk with a shot of espresso and frothed milk on top
R48
Cafe Mocha
Espresso, cocoa and steamed milk
R48
Rooibos Cappuccino
R85
Imported Matcha Latte – Ceremonial-grade matcha powder from Japan, whisked to perfection and blended with almond or oat milk for a creamy, dairy-free treat
*decafeinated Add +R11

*Extra shot of coﬀee Add +R15

*Almond milk (milk lab) / oat milk (milk lab) Add +R14

Grate Shakes

R59
Vanilla / lime / bubblegum / strawberry / chocolate
R68

Hazelnut / salted caramel
R89

Nutella / Kahlúa Don Pedro

Smoothies

Shot whey protein +R29

R74
Paw Paw smoothie

Paw paw,banana,Greek yoghurt & almonds
R74
Mixed Berry smoothie
Frozen berries,banana,peanut butter, Greek yoghurt
R82
Peanut Butter smoothie
Whey protein, peanut butter, banana, cacao, Greek yoghurt, milk, ice

Hot and Milky

R42
Hot Chocolate
R30
Teas – Five Roses, Rooibos
R72
Detox Tea – Freshly squeezed lemon & ginger in green tea

Alcoholic Beverages

COCKTAILS

MARGARITA
R90
Blanco Tequila infused with curaçao and fresh lime. Served straight up, frozen or on the rocks with a salt rim.
MOJITO
R95
Cuban Light Rum infused with mojito mix, mint and lime slices. Served tall over ice.
STRAWBERRY DAIQUIRI
R90
Cuban Light Rum with Strawberry Daiquiri Mix. Served tall with a strawberry fan.
LONG ISLAND ICED TEA
R95
Four White Spirits infused curaçao extract and pressed lemon juice. Served tall over cracked ice with Coke.
APEROL SPRITZ
R105
Aperol and Sparkling Wine over ice and charged with soda water
COSMOPOLITAN
R90
Premium Vodka shaken with curaçao extract, fresh lime and cranberry juice. Served straight up in a martini glass.
ELDER FLOWER BASIL
R95
G&T London Dry Gin shaken with elder flower extract, basil and lemon. Served over ice and charged with Indian tonic water
ROSE G&T
R97
London Dry Gin shaken with natural rose extract foraged botanical and pressed lemon. Served over cracked ice and
charged with chilled Indian tonic water
BLOODY MARY
R85
Premium Vodka shaken with pressed lemon. Tomato cocktail juice. Tabasco sauce Worcestershire sauce and Celery salt. Served tall over cracked ice with Salt rim garnish and Celery fingers.
MIMOSA
R88
Sparkling wine infused with orange juice. Served in a chilled flute glass.
TEQUILA SUNRISE
R95
Reposado Tequila infused with pomegranate and vanilla extract. Served tall over cracked ice and charged with pressed orange juice.
GIN OF THE JUNGLE
R90
London Dry Gin shaken with natural elder flower extract foraged botanical and granadilla juice. Served over ice with chilled lemonade water

WHITE

La Motte Sauvignon Blanc

Glass R80 / Bottle R255
Tokara Sauvignon Blanc

Glass R88 / Bottle R285
Haute Cabriere Chardonnay Pinot Noir

Glass R90 / Bottle R285
Warwick The First Lady Chardonnay

Glass R85 / Bottle R285
De Wetshof Limestone Hill Chardonnay

Glass R85 / Bottle R285
Ken Forrester Petit Chenin Blanc

Glass R65 / Bottle R180
Klein Zalze Vin. Sel. Chenin Blanc

/ Bottle R345

RED

Nederburg Classic Merlot

Glass R60 / Bottle R180
Villiera Merlot

Glass R85 / Bottle R285
Glen Carlou Merlot

/ Bottle R375
Beyerskloof Pinotage

Glass R85 / Bottle R285
Vergelegen Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot

/ Bottle R375
Compagniesdrift Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot

Glass R85 / Bottle R285
Glenelly Glass Collection Syrah

/ Bottle R345

ROSE´

Gorgeous Pinot Noir Chardonnay

Glass R80 / Bottle R240
Vrede En Lust Jess Rosé

Glass R90 / Bottle R285
Babylonstoren Mourvedre Rosé

Glass R120 / Bottle R340

MCC

R465
Prosecco Zonin
R465
Graham Beck Brut
R465
Graham Beck Nectar Rosé

Platters

SERVES 10 PEOPLE
MUST BE ORDERED 24HRS IN ADVANCE
PLATTERS CAN BE FULLY CUSTOMISED TO YOUR BUDGET AND NEEDS

CONTINENTAL PLATTER
R645
Freshly Baked Jumbo Muffins & French Croissants,
Served With Butter & Jam
Add grated cheddar or mozzarella +R85
FRUIT SKEWERS PLATTER
R675

Served with Greek yoghurt topped with honey & toasted almonds
SANDWICH PLATTER
R688
(on white,brown, seeded health & rye)
Mozzarella & Tomato, Ham, Cheddar & Tomato, Chicken Mayo,
Tuna Mayo & Gherkins, Bacon & Egg
On seeded health roll & paninis +R95
TRAMEZZINI & WHOLE WHEAT WRAP PLATTER
R845

*All tramezzinis are with mozzarella

Tramezzinis:

Mozzarella & tomato / chicken mayo / ham, cheese & tomato /

bacon & egg

Whole Wheat Wraps:

Grilled chicken, avo & feta /

Smoked salmon, cottage cheese
MINI BURGERS & PREGO PLATTER
R915

A combination of steak, mince & chicken fillet

COCKTAIL PLATTER
R895
Veg & Chicken Spring Rolls, Halloumi, Med Style Meatballs, Crumbed Chicken Tenders, Bbq Buffalo Wings
VEGETARIAN PLATTER
R795
Smashed Avo & Feta, Hummus, Roasted Red Peppers, Olives, Mozzarella, Cherry Tomatoes & Basil
Halloumi
Vegetable Spring Rolls
Vegetable Kebabs With Corn, Mushrooms, Carrots, Onions & Peppers
CROISSANT FILLED PLATTER
R825

(freshly baked imported croissants)

Ham, cheddar & dijon mayo

Mozzarella, tomatoes & basil pesto

Egg mayo & bacon
PASTRY PLATTER
R825

Cocktail sausage rolls, chicken risoles, veg & chicken spring rolls & veg samoosas
MEATY PLATTER
R985

Mediterranean style meatballs, rump & chicken fillet kebabs, crumbed chicken fillet tenders, spicy buffalo wings & cocktail pork russians
SWEETS PLATTER
R885

Pasteis de natas, cocktail chocolate eclairs, mixed doughnuts & cupcakes

Contact us

Locations

Grate Cafe

Fricker Road illovo boulevard, Johannesburg, Gauteng 2196

011 268 5344

Get in touch

Reservations

Select a table & book now

Before booking, please ensure you are familiar with our operating hours and days. For event inquiries, feel free to email us directly at gratecafe@gmail.com or call us at 011 268 5344.
For reservations of 10 or more guests, a deposit is required to secure your booking.
We look forward to hosting you!

Book by Phone

Prefer to make your reservation via phone? Give us a call!

Our Phone number is 011 268 5344

OPERATING HOURS

Mon-Wed: 7:30am-5pm

Thur & Fri: 7:30am-6pm

Sat: 9am-3pm

Sunday: Closed