Forester's Arms

Pub · Pub & bistro

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Food menu (June 2026)

Tapas

  • Mediterranean Baby CalamariR98

    Grilled with chilli, olives, garlic, butter & coriander

    Likely dairyLikely shellfish

  • Hot Honey Beer PrawnsR170

    4, butterflied, heads & tails on sautéed in chilli, garlic, honey & beer sauce

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely shellfish

  • Lamb Kofta KebabsR118

    Chargrilled cumin & parsley lamb kebabs served with a coriander & tzatziki dip

    Likely dairy

  • Sticky Pork BellyR135

    Slow roasted in Asian-style marinade, shallots, noodle crackling, salsa & coriander

  • Forries TacosR95

    2 soft shell, slow-roasted chipotle flavoured pulled beef, red slaw, guacamole & mint leaf

  • Chimichurri SirloinR140

    Argentinian marinated slices, chargrilled & sautéed garden-fresh vegetables

  • Traditional Jalapeño PoppersR90

    Filled with Danish feta & panko crumbed, served with a sweet chilli sauce

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely dairy

  • Spicy Chicken LiversR95

    Creamy, spicy peri-peri style, pan seared livers, in a rich tomato, garlic & cream sauce

    Likely dairy

  • Crispy Korean Chicken BaoR130

    Chicken breast, steamed bao bun with pickled carrot & cucumber, gochujang dressing, sesame seeds & fresh coriander

    Likely glutenLikely soyLikely sesame

  • Cauliflower PopcornR90

    Florets in a smoked paprika, thyme & sriracha batter with a garlic aioli dip

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely egg

  • Crumbed MushroomsR90

    Panko & parmesan crumbed served with roasted chilli mayo

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Chicken StripsR95

    Panko crumbed served with a sriracha aioli

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Sweet Potato BowlR95

    Crispy fries, garlic aioli, salsa & coriander

    VegetarianLikely egg

  • NachosR172

    Mature cheddar cheese, sriracha, salsa, guacamole, jalapeños, sour cream & coriander

    VegetarianLikely dairy

Seafood & Poultry

  • Mediterranean Baby CalamariR220

    280g grilled in butter, chilli, garlic, black olives, with chips, sweet potato chips or salad

    Likely dairyLikely shellfish

  • Chefs CatchR275

    Grilled in lemon or paprika butter, on a bed of seasonal vegetables served with chips or salad

    Likely dairyLikely fish

  • Hot Honey Beer Prawns

    8 butterflied prawns with heads & tails on, sautéed in butter, chilli, garlic, sesame oil, honey & beer with sweet potato chips

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely sesameLikely shellfish

  • Sea Fresh HakeR185

    Lemon or paprika butter grilled or beer battered, served with a tartar sauce & chips or salad

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely fish

  • Chicken SchnitzelR175

    Parmesan & panko crumbed seasoned fillet with chips or salad & a choice of mushroom, cheese or pepper sauce

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

Grill

  • Fillet au Poivre

    250g grilled to perfection, finished with a rich creamy cognac, crushed black pepper & Dijon sauce, served on a bed of seasonal vegetables…

    Likely dairy

  • Chimichurri Beef SirloinR285

    300g Argentinian chimichurri, rocket, guacamole, crumbed onion & chips or salad

    Likely gluten

  • Sticky Pork BellyR285

    300g Asian-style marinated, crispy on the outside with seasonal vegetables, noodle crackling & chips

    Likely gluten

  • Flame Grilled Pork Ribs

    600g slow-cooked & generously glazed with our Forries barbeque sauce & chips

  • Black Pepper & Coriander Beef SirloinR285

    300g, rubbed with olive oil & crusted with seeds, served with chilli & lime-flavoured butter, seasonal vegetables & chips or salad

    Likely dairy

  • Prego Steak RollR190

    150g chargrilled, with sliced jalapeño, peri-peri sauce, fresh coriander & chips or salad

Signature Sauces

  • Signature Sauce (Mushroom, Cheese, Pepper or Peri Peri)R48

Winter Classics

  • Chefs Hearty Homemade SoupR95
  • British BangersR205

    Grilled pork bangers, mash, minty peas, caramelised onions & Forries jus

  • Steak & Stout PieR205

    With a golden pastry topping, chips or salad

    Likely gluten

  • Chicken Tikka CurryR205

    Slow-cooked with ginger, garlic & tomato masala sauce, finished with a swirl of fresh cream & coriander. Served with fragrant basmati rice

    Likely dairy

Burgers

  • Crunch BurgerR155

    Chickpea & lentil enhanced with chilli, garlic, paprika, carrots & coriander, tomato salsa, oven-fresh bun & tzatziki

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely dairy

  • Greek LambR180

    Garlic & mint infused, tzatziki, feta, guacamole, fresh rocket, oven-fresh bun

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Pure Beef ClassicR150

    Red onion & gherkin mayo, lettuce, tomato, oven-fresh bun

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Deluxe BeefR180

    Caramelised onions, crispy streaky bacon, mature cheddar, lettuce, red onion & gherkin mayo, tomato, oven-fresh bun

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Panko ChickenR160

    Marinated in buttermilk, served on an oven-fresh bun, topped with jalapeño & honey mustard crispy slaw

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

Salads

  • Vegan PokeR135

    Edamame beans, avo, spring onions, soy seasoned cucumber, pickled ginger, toasted sesame seeds, roasted beetroot, sushi rice drizzled in…

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely soyLikely sesame

  • Roast Butternut & FetaR135

    Marinated peppers, toasted pumpkin seeds, garden greens with a citrus & mustard dressing

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Forries FavouriteR155

    Crispy streaky bacon, feta, avocado, cherry tomato, garden greens & basil with a French vinaigrette

    Likely dairy

Under 12's

  • Greek SaladR88

    Feta cheese, marinated olives, nursery greens

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Beef BurgerR98

    Pure beef, chargrilled, soft roll & chips

    Likely gluten

  • Chicken StripsR98

    Crumbed chicken strips & chips

    Likely gluten

  • Fresh Hake GoujonR98

    Crispy batter, chips & tartar sauce

    Likely glutenLikely fish

  • MargheritaR98

    Mozzarella cheese, blended herb Napolitano

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely dairy

Pizza

  • Garlic RosarinoR95

    Fresh garlic, olive oil, rosemary, sea salt

    VegetarianLikely gluten

  • Classic MargheritaR125

    VegetarianLikely gluten

  • Truffle DelightR190

    Truffle oil infused mushrooms & coriander

    VegetarianLikely gluten

  • CapricciosaR185

    Gypsy ham, mushrooms, artichokes & olives garnished with coriander

    Likely gluten

  • ScotsmanR205

    Scottish salmon, crispy capers, fresh chives, lemon crème fraîche, topped with fresh fennel

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely fish

  • ForriesR185

    Bacon, avocado, garlic, feta, onions

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • AmadoriR185

    Italian salami, onions, mushrooms, chilli, garlic, olives

    Likely gluten

  • MarituriR205

    BBQ chicken, bacon, feta, avocado, fresh basil

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • PeruvianR185

    Avocado, olives, onion, mushrooms, feta, peppadew, garlic

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely dairy

  • MexicanR190

    Cumin chilli chipotle beef, bell peppers, jalapeño, onions, coriander, crème fraîche

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • ItalianoR185

    Feta, roasted cherry tomatoes, peppadews, onions, basil pesto, chilli, fresh coriander

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

  • Chicken TikkaR185

    Creamy Tikka marinated chicken, red onions, green peppers, fresh coriander

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

Desserts

  • Forries Baked CheesecakeR98

    Cream cheese, berry compote served with cream

    Likely dairy

  • Crème BrûléeR98

    Rich custard base topped with a layer of hardened caramelised sugar

    Likely dairyLikely egg

  • Chocolate NemesisR98

    Belgian dark chocolate, baked to perfection, served with vanilla-pod ice cream

    Likely dairy

  • Home-made Malva PuddingR98

    A rich, caramel-like traditional South African classic pudding, topped with custard

    Likely dairy

Food menu (Dec 2025 update)

Breakfast available until 11.30am daily; Sunday carvery served from 12 PM

Tapas

  • Hot Honey Beer PrawnsR160

    4, butterflied, heads & tails on sautéed in chilli, garlic, honey & beer

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely shellfish

  • Lamb Kofta KebabsR115

    Chargrilled cumin & parsley lamb kebabs with a coriander & tzatziki dip

    Likely dairy

  • Forries TacosR90

    2 soft shell, slow-roasted chipotle flavoured pulled beef, red slaw & coriander

  • Roasted Jalapeño PoppersR95

    Streaky bacon wrapped, filled with Danish feta & served with fig preserve

    Likely dairy

  • Traditional Jalapeño PoppersR85

    Filled with Danish feta & sweet pepperdew & crumbed, served with a sweet chilli sauce

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Fresh Grilled Hake GoujonsR95

    Sliced fillet with zesty lemon butter & sautéed garden-fresh vegetables

    Likely dairyLikely fish

  • Mini NachosR85

    Mature cheddar cheese, sriracha, salsa, guacamole, tzatziki & coriander

    Likely dairy

  • Sweet Potato BowlR55

    Crispy fries, salsa, garlic mayo & coriander

    Likely egg

Sharing

  • Nachos For TwoR155

    Mature cheddar cheese, sriracha, salsa, guacamole, tzatziki & coriander

    Likely dairy

Platters

  • Platter (for 5 or 10)R5

    Pork belly, cauliflower popcorn, roasted jalapeño poppers, chimichurri steak, crumbed mushrooms, traditional jalapeño poppers, hake bites…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely fish

Seafood

  • Chefs CatchR250

    Grilled, seasonal vegetables, lemon butter, with chips, sweet potato chips or salad

    Likely dairyLikely fish

  • Sea Fresh HakeR185

    Lemon grilled or beer battered, with a tartar sauce & chips or salad

    Likely glutenLikely fish

Grill

  • Fillet au PoivreR295

    250g grilled to perfection, finished with a rich creamy cognac, crushed black pepper & Dijon sauce served with seasonal vegetables & chips

    Likely dairy

  • Chimichurri Beef SirloinR275

    300g Argentinian Chimichurri, rocket, guacamole, crumbed onion & chips or house salad

    Likely gluten

  • Sirloin Crusted with Black Pepper & Coriander SeedsR275

    300g, rubbed with olive oil & coated with seeds served with chilli & lime flavoured butter, seasonal vegetables & chips

    Likely dairy

Signature Sauces

  • Mushroom SauceR48
  • Cheese SauceR48

    Likely dairy

  • Pepper SauceR48
  • Peri Peri SauceR48

Classics

  • Chicken & Leek PieR190

    With a golden pastry topping, chips or salad

    Likely gluten

Burgers

  • Chilli Chickpea & Lentil CrunchR155

    Vegetarian burger enhanced with garlic, paprika, carrots & coriander, oven-fresh bun & tzatziki

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Greek LambR180

    Garlic & mint flavoured, tzatziki, feta, guacamole, fresh rocket, oven-fresh bun

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

Salads

  • Vegan PokeR135

    Edamame beans, avo, spring onions, soy seasoned cucumber, pickled ginger, toasted sesame seeds, roasted beetroot, sushi rice drizzled in…

    Likely glutenLikely soyLikely sesame

  • Pear, Walnut & Blue CheeseR140

    Garden greens, rocket & mint, pomegranates, baby tomato, spring onion, roasted walnuts with a zesty honey & balsamic dressing

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

  • Garden BeetrootR140

    Garden greens, rocket, fresh basil, mint, beet leaves, feta, toasted pumpkin seeds, zesty pomegranate molasses & balsamic glaze

    Likely dairy

Pizza

  • SantoriniR180

    Feta, cherry tomatoes, garlic, red onion, chilli, olives & fresh coriander

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • ScotsmanR205

    Scottish salmon, crispy capers, fresh chives, lemon crème fraîche, topped fresh fennel

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely fish

  • ItalianoR185

    Feta, roasted cherry tomatoes, peppadews, onions, basil pesto, fresh coriander

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

  • TainoR185

    BBQ chicken, mushroom, garlic, peppadews, pineapple

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

Build Your Own Pizza

  • Build Your Own Pizza – Meat & Cheese ToppingsR25

    Bacon, ham, BBQ chicken, salami, avocado, feta, vegan cheese

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Build Your Own Pizza – Vegetable ToppingsR25

    Mushrooms, pineapple, peppadews, chilli, garlic, onions, rocket, beetroot, cherry tomatoes, coriander, basil, olives, basil pesto, vegan…

    Likely glutenLikely nuts

Breakfast

  • Classic BreakfastR155

    Crispy grilled bacon, 2 eggs, pork sausage, mushroom & tomato. Add 150g Sirloin - 75

    Likely egg

  • Salmon BenedictR175

    Smoked Scottish salmon, chives, poached farm eggs & hollandaise sauce on toasted sourdough. Bacon option + 150

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely eggLikely fish

  • Avo on SourdoughR85

    Avocado, chilli flakes, toasted sesame seeds, roasted cherry tomato. Add 2 poached eggs + 35

    Likely glutenLikely sesame

  • FlapjacksR90

    3, drizzled with maple syrup butter & cinnamon & cream. Add bacon + 40

    Likely dairy

  • Forries OmeletteR145

    3 eggs, streaky bacon, cherry tomato & mozzarella

    Likely dairyLikely egg

  • Creamy Mushroom SurpriseR120

    2 eggs scrambled on toast topped with crème fraîche, caramelised onions, creamy mushrooms & parmesan cheese

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

Forries Carvery

  • Sunday Carvery StandardR245
  • Sunday Carvery LargeR285

The menu’s own key: V (symbol only, no legend printed) · No legend printed; leaf icon beside some dishes is unexplained

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Facts

FactDetail
Address52 Newlands Avenue, 7700
AreaCape Town
KindPub · Pub & bistro
Phone+27 21 689 5949
Websiteforries.co.za
BookingOnline through Book online
Menu read9 Nov 2026 from forries.co.za
Hours
  • Monday11:30am–midnight
  • Tuesday11:30am–midnight
  • Wednesday11:30am–midnight
  • Thursday11:30am–midnight
  • Friday11:30am–midnight
  • Saturday9am–midnight
  • Sunday9am–midnight
MapOpen in Google Maps

What diners say

No diner ratings yet.

Ratings are diners’ own experience. They don’t make a dish safe; neither do we.

Where this comes from

Allergen answers come from the menu’s labels first, then the listed ingredients, then a model’s judgement checked when unsure. How allergen status is decided.

Questions about Forester's Arms

Does Forester's Arms have gluten-free options?

No dish is marked gluten free as served, from the menu read 9 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is Forester's Arms coeliac friendly?

Eatcrush reads each venue’s own menu and says where every answer came from. It never calls a dish safe: kitchens share fryers, boards and flour, and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff before you order.

When is Forester's Arms open?

Monday: 11:30am–midnight. Tuesday: 11:30am–midnight. Wednesday: 11:30am–midnight. Thursday: 11:30am–midnight. Friday: 11:30am–midnight. Saturday: 9am–midnight. Sunday: 9am–midnight. Hours can change on public holidays; check with the venue.

Can I book Forester's Arms online?

Yes, through Book online: https://forries.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Foresters_Arms_Table_Reservation_Policy_2026_27-1.pdf

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