A Braai Lunch at the Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town
If you’re in Cape Town this summer, a Saturday braai lunch at the Mount Nelson Oasis restaurant is a must! Especially because you will get to see the meat roasting on the open coals right beside the pool. It’s like a pool side BBQ!
About the Mount Nelson Hotel
If you’re a frequent traveller to Cape Town, you will know of the famous “pink hotel” lovingly referred to by locals as “The Nellie”. This is the Mount Nelson hotel, which is part of the Belmond group, known for its portfolio of luxury hotels and travel experiences worldwide. Today, the Mount Nelson Hotel has become a very popular Instagram destination due to its iconic pink colour.
The Mount Nelson Hotel was built in 1899 and was the first hotel in South Africa to offer hot and cold running water in every room, a luxury at the time! The hotel boasts an elegant Victorian style with elements of Edwardian architecture, including its famous pink façade. This distinctive pink colour was chosen to celebrate the end of World War 1 and was considered to be warm and inviting, and it has stuck ever since! Throughout its history, the hotel has welcomed many famous guests, including John Lennon, Queen Elizabeth II, and Oprah Winfrey.
Saturday Braai at the Oasis Restaurant
Every Saturday, Oasis transforms their garden and pool area into a lively scene with chefs that braai over open flames 🔥 Guests will be able to enjoy a lunch buffet with flame-grilled meats from the braai for R675 pp available until 19 April 2025. Bookings are a must.
What’s to Eat?
Start with a buffet where you can enjoy everything from oysters and mussels to cheeses and pastries. For mains, dig in from the braai! Enjoy a mouthwatering variety of meats, including tender lamb chops, succulent steak, chicken and prawn sosaties, and perfectly grilled boerewors. No braai is complete without comforting sides like a braaibroodjie.
End the meal with the best desserts! Malva pudding with custard, peppermint crisp tart and trifle for a taste of South African dessert tradition.
What’s to drink?
Sip on a glass of Cap Classique or local wines, beer or a selection of fruit juices or sodas as live music sets the perfect vibe! And with views of the pool, nothing beats it!
What about the kids?
Yes! There is an option for the kids! And for those with little ones, no worries! They've got a professionally supervised Children’s Club to keep them entertained while you kick back and enjoy your lunch. It’s a win-win situation—fun for the kids and a relaxed, worry-free experience for you.
When, Where, and How Much?
The Saturday braai at the Mount Nelson Oasis restaurant is available every Saturday from 12 pm to 3 pm. The cost is R675 per adult and R400 per child under 12. To make sure everything goes smoothly, a prepayment may be requested to secure your spot. There is secure parking close to the entrance of the Oasis, and it is wheelchair friendly. Bookings are available via Dineplan. The Braai experience is on until 19 April 2025.
Why You Can’t Miss Out on This Saturday Braai
While I’m certain that Cape Town has no shortage of great spots to eat, there's something truly South African about a Saturday braai at the Mount Nelson, Oasis. The combination of delicious food, live entertainment, and a braai around the pool that creates the perfect South African atmosphere.
Book Your Spot
Book your Saturday braai at the Mount Nelson, Oasis restaurant in advance to secure your spot and treat yourself to a morning of good food, great music, and lekker South African wine.
📅 Every Saturday, 12pm - 3pm (weather dependant, summer season only until 19 April 2025).
💵 R675 per adult | R400 per child (under 12)
🔒 Prepayment may be requested to secure your booking.
Tel: +27214831000
