Rare Grill

Top choice in Cape Town


In the unlikely setting of a scruffy car park next to Kenilworth train station, this small steakhouse is one of the best in town, serving the finest wet-aged South African cuts overlooked by photos of cows. Book well ahead to experience this meltingly tender fillet and sirloin bursting with flavour; order the 500g T-bone if it's on the specials board.


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