Prashad Café Gardens

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Starters

  • Cheese & Corn Samosa (4pcs)R45

    Crispy pastry pockets overflowing with a molten blend of cheese and sweet corn.

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely dairy

  • Potato Samosa (4pcs)R45

    Golden, flaky samosas filled with a fragrant medley of spiced potatoes and coriander.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairyLikely gluten

  • Soya Mince Samosa (4pcs)R45

    Delightfully spiced soya mince encased in a golden, crisp pastry, a vegan favourite.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairyLikely glutenLikely soy

  • Spinach & Paneer Samosa (4pcs)R45

    Golden pastry filled with creamy paneer and spiced spinach.

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely dairy

  • Punjabi Samosa (2pcs)R40

    A classic, robustly spiced potato and pea filling in a perfectly crisp, handcrafted pastry.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairyLikely gluten

  • Onion Bahji (4pcs)R45

    Crispy fritters of finely sliced onions, seasoned with aromatic spices and fried golden.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairy

  • Batata Vada (2pcs)R35

    Fluffy potato dumplings, subtly spiced and lightly fried, a beloved street-food classic.

    Vegan option

  • PapadamsR12

    Light, airy crispy lentil wafers, a perfect canvas for our chutneys.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairy

Tandoori Starters

  • Paneer TikkaR95

    House-made paneer marinated in a vibrant spice blend and charred to perfection.

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Tandoori GobiR95

    Tender cauliflower florets kissed by the tandoor's flame, smoky and aromatic.

    Vegetarian

Creamed Cashew Kormas

  • Paneer KormaR130

    Delicate paneer bathed in a lavish, creamy cashew sauce, a truly regal mild curry.

    VegetarianLikely dairyLikely nuts

  • Soya Chicken KormaR135

    Tender soya chicken in a rich and creamy cashew sauce.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairyLikely nutsLikely soy

  • Vegetable KormaR135

    A colourful medley of garden vegetables in a decadent cashew sauce.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairyLikely nuts

Royal North Indian Kitchen

  • Paneer Butter MasalaR130

    The quintessential North Indian dish: soft paneer in a sumptuously creamy cashew-tomato gravy.

    VegetarianLikely dairyLikely nuts

  • Paneer Tikka MasalaR130

    Tandoori-marinated paneer in a rich, intensely flavourful masala sauce.

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Paneer LababdarR135

    Indian cottage cheese in a creamy, mildly tangy and faintly sweet gravy.

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Paneer KadaiR130

    Semi-dry curry with paneer, onions, pepper, ginger and toasted spices.

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Soy Butter ChickenR135

    Tender soya chicken in a rich, creamy cashew-butter sauce.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairyLikely nutsLikely soy

  • Aloo GobiR130

    Tender cauliflower and potato cooked in a thick, aromatic gravy.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairy

  • Mushroom KadaiR130

    Aromatic tomato gravy sautéed with onion and capsicum, topped with kadai masala.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairy

Saag & Spinach Selection

  • Palak PaneerR135

    Soft paneer cubes simmered in a smooth, spiced spinach gravy.

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Aloo SaagR135

    Braised potato cooked in a delicious spinach sauce.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairy

Slow-Simmered Dals

  • Dhall FryR105

    Lentil curry tempered with tomato, onion and aromatic spices.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairy

  • Dhall MakhaniR135

    Whole black lentils and red kidney beans, slow-cooked with spices, butter and cream.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairy

  • Saag Lentil DhallR110

    Wholesome lentils cooked with spinach, garlic and warm spices.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairy

Durban Heritage

  • Butter Bean CurryR135

    South African Indian butter bean curry with potato, infused with warm spices.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairy

  • Mixed Vegetable CurryR125

    A medley of vegetables prepared with vibrant Durban spices.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairy

  • Soya Chicken CurryR135

    Hearty soya chicken curry, prepared Durban-style.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairyLikely soy

Southern Coastal Specialities

  • Chicken ChettinadR130

    Tamil Nadu classic: soya chicken slow-cooked in coconut milk and a symphony of fiery spices.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairyLikely soy

  • Paneer ChettinadR130

    Tender paneer cooked in creamy coconut milk and a robust blend of fiery spices.

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Baigan Ke SalanR130

    Hyderabadi-style fried aubergines in a nutty coconut and spice sauce.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairy

Artisan Indian Breads

  • Plain NaanR22

    Soft, fluffy and freshly baked, the perfect accompaniment to any curry.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairyLikely gluten

  • Butter NaanR26

    Our classic naan brushed with rich, melted butter for an extra touch of indulgence.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairyLikely gluten

  • Garlic NaanR30

    Aromatic naan infused with fragrant chopped garlic, a pungent and delicious choice.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairyLikely gluten

  • Cheese and Garlic NaanR55

    A delightful combination of gooey cheese and aromatic garlic, baked into our soft naan.

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely dairy

  • Chilli NaanR35

    For those who like a kick: naan studded with fresh green chillies for a vibrant heat.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairyLikely gluten

  • Tandoori RotiR35

    Wholesome, unleavened bread, traditionally cooked in the tandoor for a rustic flavour.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairyLikely gluten

  • Laccha ParathaR35

    A flaky, multi-layered flatbread, skilfully prepared for a delightful texture.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairyLikely gluten

  • Aloo ParathaR55

    A flavoursome flatbread generously stuffed with spiced potato, a meal in itself.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairyLikely gluten

  • Cheese ParathaR45

    Our soft paratha, filled with a delightful layer of melted cheese.

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely dairy

  • Home Made RotiR18

    Simple, wholesome and made with love, our daily fresh roti.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairyLikely gluten

Sides & Condiments

  • Basmati RiceR35

    Fragrant, long-grain basmati rice, a staple with any curry.

  • Kachumber SaladR40

    Refreshing Indian salad of cucumber, tomatoes and onions, lightly dressed.

    Vegan optionCan be made free of dairy

  • Cucumber RaitaR40

    Cooling yogurt blended with refreshing cucumber.

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Coriander / Mango ChutneyR40

    Vibrant, sweet-savory chutney combining coriander and tropical mango.

  • Pickles: Lime, Mango, ChilliR40

    A zesty, spicy assortment of traditional Indian pickles.

The menu’s own key: Vegan: vegan option available, made with plant-based substitutes where needed · Sattvic: prepared separately, without onion and garlic · Vegetarian · Mild / Medium / Hot spice levels · Satvik (no onion, no garlic), vegan and Jain adaptations available on every tier

What the menu saysCatering: please advise all allergies in writing at least 30 days before the event. Street Food Experience: pav is milk-enriched and kathi roll parathas may contain egg.
  • Catering: please advise all allergies in writing at least 30 days before the event. Street Food Experience: pav is milk-enriched and kathi roll parathas may contain egg.

Catering menu

Catering: ordered ahead for groups, often priced per person. Not the restaurant's everyday menu.

Catering menu: Weddings & Events

Prices valid to 31 December 2026, include VAT at 15%

Weddings & Events

  • Tier 1: Saffron EssenceR450

    Service buffet, min 50 guests. Starters: mini vegetable samosas with date & tamarind chutney; crispy onion bhajis (vegan). Mains: paneer…

    Vegan optionLikely glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

  • Tier 2: Spice Garden CollectionR550

    Service buffet, min 50 guests. Starters: mini vegetable samosas; aloo tikki chaat with yoghurt & tamarind; palak patta chaat. Mains: kadai…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Tier 3: Golden Temple SpreadR650

    Service buffet, min 50 guests. Starters: paneer tikka skewers; mini vegetable samosas; dahi puri shots; hariyali potatoes with mint…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Tier 4: Emerald Wedding CollectionR750

    Service buffet with dedicated serving team, min 60 guests. Starters: paneer tikka skewers; hara bhara kebabs (vegan); dahi vada jars; mini…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Tier 5: Heritage Satvik ExperienceR900

    Service buffet with 1 live station (live Satvik chaat), min 60 guests. Starters: tandoori paneer tikka; green pea & sesame tikki; cucumber…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nutsLikely sesame

  • Tier 6: Maharani Celebration Feast

    Service buffet with 1 live station (live dosa), min 80 guests. Starters: kachori cups; hara bhara kebabs (vegan); batata vada; khandvi…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Tier 7: Royal Maharaja Feast

    Service buffet with 2 live stations (live dosa; pani puri & chaat), min 80 guests. Starters: tandoori paneer tikka; hara bhara kebabs…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Tier 8: Platinum Nawab Collection

    Plated starter, buffet mains, plated dessert, 2 live stations (live dosa; pani puri & chaat), min 100 guests. Starters: kachori cups…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

  • Tier 9: Grand Prestige Banquet

    Premium buffet, table or plated service (chosen at quotation), 3 live stations (live tandoor & carving; live dosa; pani puri & chaat), min…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

Canapé Packages

  • Silver Selection (3 Canapés)R110

    Served on slate boards, 90 minutes, min 40 guests. Mini vegetable samosas with date & tamarind chutney; crispy onion bhajis with mint…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Gold Selection (5 Canapés)R185

    Slate boards, 2 hours, min 40 guests. Paneer tikka skewers with coriander & mint chutney; mini samosas; vegetable & cheese with tamarind…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Platinum Selection (8 Canapés + 1 Live Station)R300

    Dedicated service team, 2.5 hours, min 60 guests. Tandoori paneer tikka skewers with saffron aioli; hara bhara kebabs with tamarind…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Grand Canapé Experience (10 Canapés + 2 Live Stations)

    Full service team, 3 hours, min 60 guests. Eight canapés as in Platinum Selection plus sev puri bites with pomegranate & tamarind, and…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

Street Food Experience

  • Street Food Experience

    Interactive live stations, 3 hours (extra hour R 60 pp), min 60 guests. Pani puri live station (jaljeera, tamarind & pudina waters); dosa…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

Live Stations

  • Live Tandoor & Carving StationR185

    Paneer, vegetable and kofta skewers carved to order from a traditional tandoor oven. 2 hours.

    Likely dairy

  • Dosa Live StationR150

    Masala, onion & plain dosa with sambar & 3 chutneys. 2 hours.

  • Kathi Roll StationR130

    Paneer, aloo & mixed vegetable rolls with raita. 2 hours.

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Dessert Live StationR120

    Warm jalebi & rabri, gajar halwa with kulfi, warm sooji halwa & gulab jamun & rabri shots served to guests. 2 hours.

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Pav Bhaji CounterR110

    Mumbai-style bhaji with toasted buttered pav. 2 hours.

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Pani Puri & Chaat StationR95

    Traditional pani puri, sev puri & bhel from our own standalone chaat station. 2 hours.

    VegetarianLikely gluten

Premium Upgrades

  • Mithai & Sweets TrolleyR60

    Rotating tray service: barfi bites, besan ladoo truffles, halwa & peda.

  • Indian Dessert BarR150

    Dessert buffet, any three desserts from: gulab jamun with rabri; suji halwa; saffron rice kheer; jalebi with rabri; gajar halwa; mango…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

Catering menu: Prashad at Home

Hot Platters

  • North Indian Curry Trio

    Serves 6-8. Paneer butter masala, Punjabi chole, dal fry, basmati rice, butter naan, roti, cucumber raita, coriander & mango chutneys…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Royal North Indian PlatterR1

    Serves 8-10. Paneer lababdar, soya butter chicken, dal makhani, basmati rice, garlic naan, roti, cucumber raita, kachumber, 2 chutneys…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely soy

  • Cashew Korma TrioR1

    Serves 8-10. Mild. Paneer, vegetable and soya chicken cashew kormas, basmati rice, butter naan, cucumber raita, mango chutney, kachumber…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nutsLikely soy

  • Durban Heritage Platter

    Serves 8-10. Soya chicken curry, butter bean curry, mixed vegetable curry, basmati rice, roti, kachumber, lime & mango pickle, coriander…

    Likely glutenLikely soy

  • Southern Coastal PlatterR1

    Serves 8-10. Soya chicken chettinad, paneer chettinad, baingan ke salan, basmati rice, roti, cucumber raita, kachumber, coconut & coriander…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely soy

  • Saag & Spinach Selection

    Serves 6-8. Palak paneer, aloo saag, saag lentil dal, basmati rice, tandoori roti, cucumber raita, coriander chutney, kachumber, papadams.

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Sattvic Curry Platter

    Serves 6-8. Punjabi chole masala, aloo gobi and saag lentil dal, cooked entirely without onion or garlic. Basmati rice, roti, cucumber…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Biryani Feast

    Serves 8-10. Large biryani vessel (~4L) of your choice of veg, paneer tikka or soya chicken, with cucumber raita, mango & lime pickle…

    Likely dairy

  • Bunny Chow Box

    Serves 8. Eight quarter-loaf bunnies (any mix of butter bean, mixed veg and soya chicken curry), kachumber, chilli & carrot sambal, lime…

    Likely glutenLikely soy

  • Dosa Kit (Assemble at Home)

    Serves 8-10. Ten plain dosas, masala potato filling, sambar, 3 chutneys (red, green, tamarind), fruit chutney.

Good to know

Café

  • Seats outsideOpenStreetMap, read 28 Jul 2026
  • Takes group bookingsvenue website, read 4 Nov 2026 · source

Not known yet: dog friendly, kid friendly, kids menu, wheelchair access, vegetarian options, vegan options, high chairs, takes bookings, byo, baby change. Ask the venue.

Facts

FactDetail
Address34 Wandel St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
AreaCape Town
KindCafé · Café & brunch
Phone+27 21 422 0264
Websiteprashadcafe.com
Google rating4.6 from 221 reviews
Menu read9 Nov 2026 from prashadcafe.com
Hours
  • Monday11:30am–9pm
  • Tuesday11:30am–9pm
  • Wednesday11:30am–9pm
  • Thursday11:30am–9pm
  • Friday11:30am–9pm
  • Saturday11:30am–9pm
  • Sunday11:30am–8:30pm
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What diners say

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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 Prashad Café Gardens

Does Prashad Café Gardens 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 Prashad Café Gardens coeliac friendly?

The venue notes: “Catering: please advise all allergies in writing at least 30 days before the event.”. 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 Prashad Café Gardens open?

Monday: 11:30am–9pm. Tuesday: 11:30am–9pm. Wednesday: 11:30am–9pm. Thursday: 11:30am–9pm. Friday: 11:30am–9pm. Saturday: 11:30am–9pm. Sunday: 11:30am–8:30pm. Hours can change on public holidays; check with the venue.

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