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 | R175 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

Breakfast

Breakfast served until 12.
Served with jam & butter / Substitute bacon with macon add +R38
All breakfasts with either white, brown, seeded health or rye bread.

CLASSIC BREAKFASTS

Grate Breakfast
R135
2 eggs, 3 rashers back bacon, 2 Italian sausage, roasted tomato, sautéed mushrooms

Option 100g rump steak add +R82
Mini Grate English Breakfast
R98
1 egg, 2 rashers back bacon, 1 Italian sausage, roasted tomato, sautéed mushrooms

Option 100 rump steak add +R82
Banters’ Dream
R135
2 eggs, avo, fresh tomato & halloumi or bacon / not served with toast
Early Bird
R98
Footlong Pork Russian, 2 eggs & fries

Brioche French Toast
R98
Served with a mixed berry compote & mascarpone

Bacon option +R42
Breakfast tramezzini / croissant
R138
Bacon, eggs, cheddar & mushrooms
Stacked Pancakes
R110
Served with maple syrup, mascarpone & berry compote

Bacon option +R42 / Macon Option +R38/ Gluten-Free Option +R35
Dry muesli with seasonal fruit
R110
Served with Greek yoghurt and honey on the side.

Add raw honey +R22
Paw Paw Delight
R110
Paw Paw, Greek yoghurt, almonds, drizzled with honey

Add raw honey +R22
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Salad
R95
Plain or add Greek yoghurt +R35

Add raw honey +R22
Hot Oats
R88
Dates, sliced banana, almond flakes & sunflower seeds served with milk & butter

Option of almond milk/ oat milk +R22

Add raw honey +R22

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

Parma ham
R152
Parma ham, mozzarella. cherry tomatoes & basil
Grated Cheddar
R128
Avo, cherry tomatoes & jalapeños

Add bolognese mince +R58
Bacon
R128
Mozzarella / cheddar / chopped onion & tomatoe

SCRAMBLED EGGS (3 fluffy scrambled eggs) Option egg white add +R14 Option for a croissant add +R18

Plain
R62
Bacon
R88
Footlong Pork Russian
R92
Avo or sautéed mushrooms
R88
Smoked salmon & chives mixed into scrambled eggs
R155
Served with chunky cottage cheese on the side. Add avo +R35 (seasonal)

BENEDICTS

Served on an English Muffin

Parma ham
R152
Bacon or Italian Beef Sausages
R118
Wilted spinach, sautéed mushrooms & red onions
R118
80g smoked Salmon & chives
R165

OPEN TOASTIES

Seeded health or rye bread

Smashed avo, olive oil, lemon, salt, pepper &tobasco
R88
Smooth cottage cheese bread, sliced avo, cherry tomatoes & rocket
R92
Bolognaise mince, topped with eggs & melted cheddar
R135

FRESHLY BAKED

IMPORTED FRENCH CROISSANT
R28
Plain
R37
Chocolate
jumbo muffins
R44
ENQUIRE ABOUT OUR CAKE OF THE DAY

TOASTED SANWICHES & TRAMEZZINIS

Option of white, brown, seeded health or rye bread
Served with salad or fresh cut fries
Macon swap out charged as an extra +R24

Mozzarella, tomato
Sandwich R79 Tramezzini R99
Ham, mozzarella, tomato
Sandwich R88 Tramezzini R107
Mince & cheddar
Sandwich R98 Tramezzini R138
Chicken mayo & jalapeño
Sandwich R95 Tramezzini R117
Chicken mayonnaise
Sandwich R94 Tramezzini R125
BBQ steak, caramelised onion & cheddar
Sandwich R110 Tramezzini R155
Bacon & eggs
Sandwich R88 Tramezzini R128
Chicken, mozzarella, onion & prego sauce
Tramezzini R165

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

R128
Chicken schnitzel, feta , Avocado, spicy mayo warp / panini
R128
Chicken caesar wrap, grilled chicken, crispy bacon, parmesan & cos lettuce drizzled with caesar salad dressing
R135
Chicken mayo, crispy bacon, cheddar, tomato, lettuce, white / brown bread
R162
Smoked salmon trout, smooth cottage cheese, cucumber, red onion, bagel
R155
Parma ham, mozzarella, tomatoes, rocket panini / bagel
R128
Melanzane, grilled haloumi, avo, tomato, flat leaf parsley & sourdough bread
R98
Footlong cheese griller on a brioche hot dog roll, jalapeños & caramelised onions
R135
Tuna mayo, avo, lettuce, tomato & red onion served on sourdough bread

SALADS

Quinoa Superfood Salad (V)
R152
Roasted butternut, broccoli, avo, feta, sunflower seeds, sweetcorn, roasted chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber & rocket

Chicken fillet add +R48 / 40g Smoked Salmon add +R78
ROASTED BUTTERNUT & BEETROOT (V)
R138
Roasted butternut, beetroot, Danish feta, roasted sunflower seeds, avo & mixed lettuce

Chicken fillet add +R48 / 40g Smoked Salmon add +R85
HALLOUMI & AVO SALAD (V)
R138
Halloumi, avo, olives, fresh cherry tomatoes, roasted red peppers, cucumbers, red onion on a bed of butter lettuce
SMOKED SALMON
R175
Salmon trout, cottage cheese, avo, red onion, capers, cucumber on a bed of baby leaf spinach & butter lettuce
TUNA MAYO or OLIVE OIL & LEMON
R162
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 R178 / 200gr Fillet R215
CHICKEN, AVO & FETA
R138
Flame grilled chicken breasts, avo, feta, tomatoes, cucumbers & red onions on a bed of baby spinach & mixed green leaves
CAESAR SALAD
R105
Crispy bacon, boiled eggs, croutons, cos letuce, cherry tomatoes, topped with parmesan shavings & a classic caesar dressing

Chicken fillet option add+R48 / swop out bacon for avo
PRAWN & AVO SALAD
R248
Flame grilled Queen prawns, avo, cucumber & red onions on a bed of baby spinach & wild rocket leaves

CAFE STYLE

PORTO STEAK
Rump R188 / Fillet R215
200g Rump in a Portuguese spicy sauce topped with an egg
STEAK
Rump 200g - R178 / Rump 300g - R255 / Fillet 200g - R215
Served with a parmesan and avo salad & fresh cut chips.
BBQ STEAK ROLL
Rump R155 / Fillet R175
Served with fresh cut fries
PREGO ROLL
Fillet R198 / Rump R155 / Chicken R142

GRATE BURGERS

R132
Beef Burger
R148
Cheese Burger
R158
Cheese & Bacon
R135
Crumbed / flame grilled chicken breast

Add cheddar +R18
MEDITERRANEAN STYLE BEEF PATTIES
R158
Served with a parmesan, avo salad & fresh cut fries
CHICKEN BREASTS
R158
2 Flame grilled/crumbed chicken breasts served with a Greek Salad

Basting option of Peri-Peri / Lemon & Herb / BBQ
HALF CHICKEN FLAME GRILLED PERI-PERI
R148
Served with fresh cut fries
CHICKEN LIVERS
R98
In a creamy peri-peri & garlic sauce with a toasted ciabatta roll

Add Rice +R25 Add Fresh cut fries +R25
FISH & CHIPS
R158
Fried hake served with fresh cut fries & tartar sauce
NORWEGIAN SALMON 200g
R295
On a bed of roasted veggies, served with a soya, honey & sesame sauce
CHICKEN CURRY & RICE
R152
PRAWN CURRY & RICE
R245

PIZZA

All have a tomato base

Margherita
R105
Mozzarella
Vegan Way
R148
Baby marrow, aubergines, peppers, cherry tomatoes, avo, rocket

Add Mozzarella +R38
Pollo
R172
Mozzarella, spicy chicken, mushrooms, avo
Mexican
R172
Mozzarella, bolognaise mince, mixed peppers, chilli
El Greco
R168
Mozzarella, bacon and feta, avo
Regina
R148
Ham & mushrooms & mozzarella
Chicken Prego
R178
Mozzarella,chicken breast, caramelised onions, spicy prego sauce
Parma Ham
R188
Mozzarella, rocket
Milano
R178
Peppered salami, olives & pepper
Prawn
R195
Mozzarella, prawns, avo, chilli, rocket

PASTA

Penne or spaghetti

Napoletana
R98
Tomato based sauce
Bianco
R115
Tossed in olive oil and garlic, tomatoes & olives with a touch of chilli

Add chicken breast +R48
Bolognaise
R148
Beef mince, tomato and onions
Rump Steak
R177
In a creamy napoletana sauce with a touch of chilli.
Chicken Pesto
R168
Chicken fillet tossed in a basil pesto sauce.
Alfredo
R120
Ham and mushroom in a cream based sauce
Chicken & mushroom
R168
In a cream & parmesan sauce
Prawn
R245
Queen prawns in a napoletana sauce with a touch of chili & mascarpone

Non alcoholic Beverages

Refreshing

R31
Cold drinks 300ml
R41
Tizers 330ml
R41
BOS Ice tea Peach & Lemon 330ml
R39
Fruit juices (Sir Juice) – mango, fruit cocktail, strawberry & granadilla
R69
Rock Shandy/Steel Works
R29
500ml Local Still & Sparkling Water
R58
750ml Local Still & Sparkling Water

Freshly Squeezed

Add a shot of ginger, teaspoon cayenne pepper or turmeric +R22

R55
Carrot,Apple,Orange,Pear
R55
Pineapple & Mint
R58
Cucumber,Apple,Spinach,Celery & lemon

Granitas

Crushed ice blended with ja choice of fruit juice

R45
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
R42
Cappuccino
R58
Grande Cappuccino
R42
Cortado
Equal amounts coffee & milk
R42
Flat White – Doube shot of espresso-based coffee with steamed milk
R82
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
R38
Americano
Filter coffee with milk on the side
R49
Caffe latte
Steamed milk with a shot of espresso and frothed milk on top
R49
Cafe Mocha
Espresso, cocoa and steamed milk
R52
Rooibos Cappuccino
*decaffeinated + Rg
*extra shot of coffee+ R13
*Almond Milk ( Milk Lab) + R14 / Oat Milk + R14

Grate Shakes

R57
Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Lime, Bubblegum
R79
Kahlua Don Pedro (ice cream & liqueur)

Smoothies

Shot whey protein +R28

R68
Paw Paw smoothie

Paw paw,banana,Greek yoghurt & almonds
R69
Mixed Berry smoothie
Frozen berries,banana,peanut butter, Greek yoghurt
R78
Peanut Butter smoothie
Whey protein, peanut butter, banana, cacao, Greek yoghurt, milk, ice

Hot and Milky

R40
Hot Chocolate
R33
Teas – Five Roses, Rooibos
R69
Detox Tea – Freshly squeezed lemon & ginger in green tea
R44
Herbal Teas – Chamomile, Peppermint, Green & Lemon

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
R525
Freshly Baked Jumbo Muffins & French Croissants,
Served With Butter & Jam
Add grated cheddar or mozzarella +R85
FRUIT PLATTER
R535
A Variety Of Seasonal Fruits Only
SANDWICH PLATTER
R545
(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
R655
*All tramezzinis are with mozzarella
Tramezzinis:
Tomato & Basil / Bolognaise Mince & Cheddar /
Chicken Mayo / Bacon & Egg

Whole Wheat Wraps:
Grilled Chicken, Avo & Feta /
Smoked Salmon, Cottage Cheese,cucumbers & Red Onion /
Melanzane, Grilled Halloumi & Tomato /
Tuna Mayo, Gherkins & Avo
MINI BURGERS & PREGO PLATTER
R725
Steak, Mince and Chicken

COCKTAIL PLATTER
R745
Veg & Chicken Spring Rolls, Halloumi, Med Style Meatballs, Crumbed Chicken Tenders, Bbq Buffalo Wings
VEGETARIAN PLATTER
R625
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
R630
Scrambled Eggs & Bacon
Mozzarella, Tomato & Basil
Ham & Cheddar
THE MEATY PLATTER
R885
Mediterranean Style Meatballs, Pork Riblets, Bbq Wings, Russian Sausages & Crumbed Chicken Tenders
SWEETS PLATTER
R755
Pasteis De Nata, Cocktail Chocolate Eclairs, Cupcakes, Mixed Doughnuts, Cinnamon & Sugar Pancakes

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