The Foodbarn

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Bistronomy Lunch

From 12h30 (site: 12pm-14:30)

Starters

  • Atlantic OysterR54

    Shucked loose, ponzu, crunchy shallots, trout roe, chili oil

    Likely shellfishLikely fish

  • PalettaR125

    Fresh goats cheese with herbs, baby peppery leaves, honeyed cherry tomatoes, tomato vinaigrette, olive oil

    Likely dairy

  • Salmon TartareR185

    Ginger & mild sriracha, tomato & ponzu water

    Likely fish

  • Fresh Tuna TartareR155

    Truffled cauliflower pulp, cracked hazelnuts, radishes, seared prawns and togarashi mayo

    Likely nutsLikely eggLikely shellfish

  • Beef CarpaccioR165

    Tonnato mayo, wild rocket, parmesan shavings, olive oil. Add avo +20

    Likely dairyLikely egg

  • Thai Fried Baby CalamariR155

    Baby gem, mint, crispy shallots, katsuobushi, lime sauce

    Likely shellfishLikely fish

  • Classic Hand Chopped Steak TartareR145

    Cornichon & nasturtium pesto, mushroom ketchup, confied quail egg yolk

    Likely egg

  • Prawn FeuillantineR185

    Flash fried prawns with garlic & chilli, tomato pulp & rocket in puff pastry finished with herb butter

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely shellfish

  • BouillabaisseR185

    Rich fish soup with line fish, mussels & prawns, saffron mash & rouille

    Likely shellfishLikely fish

  • Wild Mushroom & Ricotta RavioleR165

    Seared shiitakes and truffled fontina cream

    Likely dairy

  • Cauliflower BeignetsR125

    Black bean mousse, whipped tahini, fresh mint & basil, edamame, crunchy sweet potatoes, hot mechouia salsa

    Likely soyLikely sesame

  • Honey and Miso Roasted AubergineR119

    Whipped feta, mild harissa, roasted almonds & tahina, fresh mint & coriander

    Likely dairyLikely nutsLikely soy

Mains

  • Grilled Fish 'Grenobloise'

    Turnip pulp, lemon cell, croutons, nasturtium pesto, chardonnay & caper cream

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely fish

  • Seared Salmon

    Tenderstem, fine beans & edamame, grapefruit segments and sauce 'Mousseline'

    Likely soyLikely fish

  • Risotto with Celeriac & TruffleR265

    Roasted onion & pecorino, with (or without) seared prawns, petite salad and minute pickled celeriac petals

    Likely dairy

  • Karoo Lamb Rack

    Crumbed & roasted, ratatouille bouchée with pistou, rich basil jus

    Likely gluten

  • Duck Breast

    Garlic jus, roasted butternut and garlic confit, pomme risollées & fine green beans

  • Beef Fillet Médaillons

    Béarnaise sauce, watercress, pomme risollées

    Likely dairyLikely egg

  • Venison Loin

    Caramelised pears, mash beignet, baby mesclun leaves, blackcurrant jus

  • Slow Stewed Tripe & TrottersR255

    Chili & tomato, served with potato beignet

Sides

  • Pommes RisolléesR30
  • Gratin DauphinoisR75
  • Market Veggies (serves 2)R65
  • Side Green SaladR32

Dessert

  • Strawberry & Verbena SundaeR125

    Strawberries, strawberry milk sorbet, verbena ice cream, meringue crumbs, white chocolate sauce, chantilly cream, berry dust

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Homemade Fruit SorbetsR105

    Berries & macadamia praline

    Likely nuts

  • Farm Yogurt SorbetR115

    Rhubarb compote, sour 'Morello' cherry sauce

    Likely dairy

  • FeuilletéR140

    Caramelised apples in puff pastry, vanilla sauce, cinnamon ice cream, gianduja dots

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

  • Foodbarn's Crème BrûléeR140

    Scented with vanilla & a cherry compote centre

    Likely dairyLikely egg

  • Cheese BoardR195

    Cheese from our South African terroir with fruit & homemade preserve

    Likely dairy

  • Fresh Berries GratinatedR135

    In almond sabayon, condensed milk sorbet

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

  • Dark and White Chocolate Marquise MillefeuilleR140

    Pistachio gelato, crème anglaise, toffee sauce, whole roasted hazelnuts

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

Tapas Dinner

From 6pm Tuesday to Saturday

Sea

  • Atlantic OysterR54

    Shucked loose, ponzu, crispy shallots, salmon roe & chili oil

    Likely shellfishLikely fish

  • Flash Fried Baby CalamariR87

    Lime cheeks, yuzu mayo, burnt honey & soy glaze

    Likely glutenLikely soyLikely shellfish

  • Prawn CocktailR118

    Avo & crunchy lettuce, orange emulsion

    Likely shellfish

  • Mussel FrittersR87

    Flash fried rice noodles, lemongrass cream & crispy curry leaves

    Likely dairyLikely shellfish

  • Soft Taco with PrawnsR98

    Crunchy cabbage, tomato & coriander, and chipotle mayo

    Likely eggLikely shellfish

  • Cape Rock Lobster & Lemongrass BisqueR130

    Cream & chili oil

    Likely dairyLikely shellfish

Land

  • Seared Beef TatakiR155

    Mint & crunchy shallots, ponzu and chipotle mayo

  • Classic Hand Chopped Steak TartareR155

    Cornichon & nasturtium pesto, confied quail egg yolk

    Likely egg

  • Crispy Asian Boneless Chicken ThighR92

    In lettuce cup, fresh mint & honey chilli sauce (contains gluten)

    Contains gluten

  • Crunchy Taco Pulled BeefR95

    Mexican salsa, smoked chilli sauce

  • Pasture Reared Dry Aged Beef SliderR135

    In brioche bun with mature cheddar & onion rings

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Slow Roasted Pork BellyR145

    Medjool date & butternut purée, potato beignet, peppery leaves

  • Seared Dry Aged Beef FilletR165

    Kale & pecorino dolari, roasted garlic jus

    Likely dairy

Ground

  • Fresh Goats Cheese PalettaR81

    Heirloom cherry tomatoes, tomato vinaigrette, olive oil

    Likely dairy

  • Spring RollsR52

    Mushrooms, mozzarella, thyme

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Pan Fried HaloumiR97

    Hot honey butter with berbere rub

    Likely dairy

  • Salt Baked BeetrootR79

    Whipped ricotta with lemon, honey almond granola

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

  • Crunchy Taco Asian Braised CabbageR89

    Courgette fritter, miso emulsion

    Likely soy

  • Raviole with Mushrooms & RicottaR149

    Seared shiitakes and truffled fontina cream

    Likely dairy

  • Charred ButternutR89

    Caramelised onion, labneh, capers

    Likely dairy

  • Fire PotatoesR45

    Red chilli sauce & aioli dollops

    Likely egg

Breakfast & Day Tapas

  • BreadboardR58

    With anchovy butter & dips

    Likely dairyLikely fish

Desserts

  • Mini Granadilla BrûléeR48

    Likely dairyLikely egg

  • Trio of Homemade Fruit SorbetsR75
  • Strawberry SundaeR87

    Strawberries, vanilla bean ice cream, strawberry milk sorbet, meringue crumbs, white chocolate sauce, cream, berry dust

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Fresh Berries GratinatedR92

    Almond sabayon, condensed milk sorbet

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

  • Fried MilkR85

    Cinnamon ice cream, toffee dots

    Likely dairy

  • Dark and White Chocolate Marquise MillefeuilleR95

    Pistachio gelato, crème anglaise, toffee sauce, hazelnuts

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

Breakfast & Day Tapas

Breakfast 08h00-11h30; Tapas from 12h00; Café Style from 12h30

Sea

  • BoqueronesR165

    White anchovies, lemon whipped feta, olive oil, garlic toast

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely fish

  • Salmon CarpaccioR165

    Sushi rice, nori, ginger & sesame vinaigrette, salmon roe

    Likely sesameLikely fish

Land

  • Free Range Chicken Livers 'Peri Peri' in Puff PastryR74

    Likely gluten

Ground

  • Mild Cheese BeignetR97

    Raspberry gastrique, raspberries, whipped basil feta, za'taar, baby leaves & wild rocket

    Likely dairy

  • AranciniR75

    Truffle risotto balls with roasted garlic aioli

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Ash-Roasted Celeriac & OnionsR94

    Tahini, cracked hazelnuts, rocket & pesto salsa

    Likely nutsLikely sesame

  • Field Mushroom & BroccoliR78

    With parmesan hollandaise

    Likely dairyLikely egg

Breakfast

  • Turkish Eggs (Cilbir)R110

    Poached eggs, garlic yoghurt, mild paprika butter, fresh dill

    Likely dairyLikely egg

  • Smoked Mackerel TartineR155

    Avo, dill cream, watercress, pickled onions, soft poached egg, on toasted sourdough

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely eggLikely fish

  • Big Green Poached EggsR155

    Pea & mint pesto on toasted sourdough, tender stem, courgette & edamame, pecorino shavings

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely eggLikely soy

  • Poached Eggs BennyR110

    Hollandaise sauce, cherry tomatoes & your choice of potato rosti or corn fritter. Add bacon +50, add smoked salmon trout +55, add mushrooms…

    Likely dairyLikely egg

  • Persian BennyR158

    Poached eggs on a potato fritter, wilted greens, spicy chickpeas, sautéed cherry tomatoes, edamame beans & chili dusted hollandaise

    Likely dairyLikely eggLikely soy

  • Eggs Benny RoyaleR195

    Poached eggs on fluffy potato beignet, sautéed prawns, salmon trout & cherry tomatoes, truffle hollandaise and salmon caviar

    Likely eggLikely shellfishLikely fish

  • Niçoise RatatouilleR97

    Traditional Southern French veggie stew with poached eggs, toasted sourdough and pistou

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Eggs RancheroR97

    Spicy red kidney beans topped with two free range poached eggs and cheddar, baked in the oven

    Likely dairyLikely egg

  • Sourdough Toast FlorentineR155

    Pesto, wilted spinach, 2 poached eggs, creamy emmental sauce & toasted almonds

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nutsLikely egg

  • Whole GooseR165

    Two eggs (scrambled or poached), bacon, tomato, mushrooms, porkie, pomme rissollées, juice, toast & preserves

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Foodbarn Fresh Muesli or GranolaR85

    Greek yoghurt, fruits in season, drizzled with honey

    Likely dairy

  • Le PetitR90

    An egg (scrambled or poached), bacon, tomato, mushrooms, toast & preserves

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Breakfast QuesadillaR115

    Mexican beans, cheddar, shredded cabbage, tomato and red onion with scrambled egg

    Likely dairyLikely egg

  • FalafelR95

    Smashed avo on toast, falafels, crunchy cucumbers, fresh mint and homemade mild chili sauce, olive oil, vegan chipotle mayo

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Raw BreakfastR95

    Avocado, cucumber, fresh mint, tomato & rocket with toasted seeds on your choice of bread

    Likely gluten

Breakfast cont.

  • Chia Seed & Coconut PorridgeR84

    Served with fruit and toasted coconut flakes

  • Warm Oats PuddingR90

    Caramelised banana, almonds & cinnamon

    Likely glutenLikely nuts

  • Freshly Baked CroissantsR32

    Served with preserves

    Likely gluten

  • French Crêpes with Cinnamon Sugar & SyrupR45

    Served with cream or ice cream

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

Café Style

  • Calamari Salad (grilled or fried)R145

    Tender green beans, avocado, baby potatoes & mesclun topped with lightly fried baby calamari and aioli dressing. Also available with honey…

    Likely eggLikely shellfish

  • Open Free Range Chicken ToastieR175

    Cajun chicken, with avo & sour cream

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Free Range Chicken Peri Peri RollR175
  • Beef Filet & Emmental Brioche MeltR215

    Beef fillet grilled to your liking, sliced, topped with emmental & caramelised onions, served in a toasted brioche bun with our FB burger…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

Tapas

  • Free Range Chicken Livers 'Peri Peri'R74

    In puff pastry

    Likely gluten

Kids menu

12 years and under

Kids

  • Buttered PastaR45

    Likely gluten

  • Grilled SteakR95

    Sautéed and tender stem

  • Grilled FishR95

    Sautéed and tender stem

    Likely fish

  • Calamari & Sautéed with AioliR75

    Likely eggLikely shellfish

  • 3 Prawn FrittersR105

    Sautéed and tender stem

    Likely shellfish

Dessert

  • Fruit SorbetsR45
  • Vanilla Ice CreamR45

    Nutella drops and chocolate sauce

    Likely dairy

Deli Frozen Meals (takeaway)

Frozen meals

  • Beef BourguignonR255

    Large / Small

  • Beef LasagnaR185

    Large / Small

    Likely gluten

  • Vegetable LasagnaR165

    Large / Small

    Likely gluten

  • Butter ChickenR185

    Large / Small

    Likely dairy

  • Thai Chicken CurryR185

    Large / Small

  • Thai Veg CurryR155

    Large / Small

  • Lamb CurryR255

    Large / Small

  • Cottage PieR185

    Large / Small

    Likely gluten

  • Mac and CheeseR155

    Large / Small

    Likely dairy

  • Meatballs (Beef or Chicken)R185

    Large / Small

  • Lentil DahlR110

    Large / Small

  • Chickpea TagineR125

    Large / Small

  • RatatouilleR170

    Large / Small

  • MoussakaR235

    Large / Small

  • Potato GratinR105

    Large / Small

  • Basmati RiceR55

    Large / Small

  • Fish CakesR100

    Large / Small

    Likely fish

  • Crumbed HakeR125

    Likely glutenLikely fish

  • Fish PieR245

    Likely fish

  • Fish Curry with CoconutR250

    Large / Small

    Likely fish

  • Homemade Soup 1LR145
  • Spinach, Mushroom & RicottaR210

    Likely dairy

  • Tripe & TrottersR220
  • Tunisian ShakshukaR145

    Likely egg

  • Apple Tart TatinR150

    Likely gluten

The menu’s own key: Pescatarian · Plant based · Vegetarian (symbols printed, not tied to individual dishes)

Good to know

Restaurant

  • No outdoor seatingOpenStreetMap, read 28 Jul 2026

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
Address, Western Cape
AreaCape Town
KindRestaurant
Websitethefoodbarn.co.za
BookingOnline through Book online
Menu read10 Nov 2026 from thefoodbarn.co.za
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 The Foodbarn

Does The Foodbarn have gluten-free options?

No dish is marked gluten free as served, from the menu read 10 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is The Foodbarn 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.

Can I book The Foodbarn online?

Yes, through Book online: https://www.thefoodbarn.co.za/#book-a-table

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