Spit Braai Catering in Cape Town — Chef-Run • Fast Quotes • Transparent Pricing
My Spit Braai is a professional caterer providing premium spit braai catering for weddings, corporate functions, and private parties across Cape Town and the Western Cape. Our chef-run catering team handles menu planning, on-site cooking, buffet service, and full cleanup—so you can relax while your guests enjoy restaurant-quality food.
Quick facts
- On-site chef or hot delivery — you choose
- Transparent pricing from R110 pp on lamb (no hidden costs)
- ≤ 2-hour response, 08:00–19:00 daily
- Card payments accepted (incl. Cards House)
- 150 km service radius, 100+ areas served in the Western Cape
Why Cape Town Chooses Us (vs the rest)
- Chef-run service. Skilled chefs slow-roast and carve on site—no shortcuts.
- Food quality first. A-grade lamb, pork, chicken; proper marinade, basting, and resting for juicy, tender meat.
- No-surprises quotes. Meat, sides & salads, fresh rolls, cutlery & crockery, buffet setup, and cleanup are included.
- Food-safe execution. Hot-holding in chafing trays; service temperatures monitored from roast to plate.
- Speed & reliability. ≤ 2-hour reply, punctual arrival, tight timelines met for corporate days.
Catering Formats
- Buffet catering with live carving station (chef slices hot lamb/pork/chicken)
- Plated catering for weddings & VIP tables
- Office catering: hot delivery buffets in chafing trays with serving staff
Our Meats (A-Grade, Locally Sourced)
- Lamb — shoulder & leg, garlic-herb marinade, slow-roasted and rested for succulent slices
- Pork — shoulder with crisp crackling, natural jus
- Chicken — quarters, lemon-herb basting, flame finish
- Boerewors (optional add-on) — charcoal-kissed, bite-size on the buffet
Sides & salads: garlic potatoes, roasted veg, Greek salad, coleslaw, pap & chakalaka, fresh bread rolls.
Portions: ± 450 g lamb per person on lamb menus; balanced protein on mixed menus.
Popular Packages (from-price floors)
Lamb Spit Braai — from R110 pp
Whole A-grade lamb slow-roasted 4–5 hours; roasted potatoes, seasonal vegetables, salads, and freshly baked bread rolls. Serves 30–500+.
Mixed Meat Spit Braai — from R125 pp
Lamb, pork, and chicken with garlic bread, salads, and classic side dishes. Serves 30–500+.
Corporate Spit Braai — custom pricing
Bespoke menus for large groups and dietary needs (fast setup, hot chafing buffet).
Weddings & Special Events — from R150 pp
Customisable starters, mains, desserts; optional bar service and service staff.
Set Menu Examples
Option 1 (20 guests) — Lamb with garlic & fresh herbs; baby potatoes and corn in roasting juices; freshly baked garlic bread.
Option 2 (30 guests) — Lamb with garlic-herb rub, crispy crackling; baby potatoes & baby onions; Greek salad; garlic bread.
Option 3 (40 guests) — Lamb with garlic & herbs, crispy crackling; baby potatoes & corn with salsa verde; Greek salad; garlic bread.
Option 4 (50 guests) — Lamb with garlic & rosemary. Everything included—no hidden costs.
How We Braai (Technique That Makes the Difference)
- Slow roast on a spit — low, even heat renders fat and locks in flavour
- Marinade & basting — garlic-herb marinade; frequent basting for a glossy finish
- Rest & carve — we rest the roast, then carve at a carving station for tender slices
- Food-safe service — hot-holding in chafing trays; service temps logged from roast to plate
Want the live-fire show? Choose our on-site chef package and let guests watch the spit roast turn while aromas build.
How Our Catering Works (9 quick steps)
Enquire — Call, WhatsApp, or submit the quick quote form
Choose your menu — lamb, pork, chicken, or mixed spit braai
Receive a clear quote — all-inclusive, no surprises
Lock in your date — small deposit secures it
Finalise details — guest count, timing, Halaal/veg requests
Arrival & setup — chefs arrive early and get the spit going
Service your way — buffet or plated
Cleanup — we handle it end-to-end
Enjoy — you relax; we keep the buffet hot and flowing
Service Coverage — Western Cape
Cape Town Metro (CBD, Parklands HQ, Blouberg, Table View, Milnerton, Goodwood, Parow, Bellville, Durbanville, Brackenfell, Kraaifontein, Kuils River) — on-site events at homes/venues; hot delivery buffets for offices and apartments.
Atlantic Seaboard (Sea Point, Camps Bay, Clifton/Bantry Bay, Fresnaye, Green Point, Mouille Point, Three Anchor Bay, Oranjezicht, Tamboerskloof/Gardens, Higgovale) — villa events, beach-area weddings, private parties.
Southern Suburbs (Rondebosch, Newlands, Claremont, Kenilworth, Wynberg, Plumstead, Observatory, Mowbray, Constantia, Bishopscourt, Tokai, Bergvliet, Steenberg, Muizenberg, Kalk Bay, Fish Hoek, Simons Town, Noordhoek, Kommetjie).
Northern Suburbs / Tygerberg (Parow, Elsies River, Ravensmead, Kensington, Factreton, Goodwood, Bishop Lavis, Bonteheuwel, Langa, Pinelands, Thornton/Maitland) — corporate campuses and community events.
Cape Winelands (Stellenbosch, Paarl, Wellington, Franschhoek, Somerset West, Strand, Gordon’s Bay, Helderberg, Eerste River, Klapmuts, Muldersvlei) — vineyard/estate venues.
West Coast (Melkbosstrand, Atlantis, Mamre, Darling/Malmesbury, Moorreesburg, Vredenburg, Saldanha, Langebaan, Paternoster, Yzerfontein).
Don’t see your area? We routinely travel; a minimal, transparent travel surcharge applies beyond Cape Town Metro.
What Customers Say
What an absolute joy and ease to have Dean and his team cater for us! The food was outstanding, and their professionalism impressed all our guests. Will most definitely use them again!
Jannie Putter
January 12, 2026Amazing attention to detail. Dean and his dream team. Highly recommended 👌 and very professional service and food and incredible lamb spit
Sally-Ann Preston
January 1, 2026We used them for our year end function, and we would be booking them again next year. The food was perfect, and quite a few of the guests complemented us on the quality and taste of the food. We booked a lamb and potatoes with a salad. Thanks again guys !
Jean Thirion
December 17, 2025Excellent service by Dean and his Team. He was punctual and very professional. The meat was cooked to perfect. Will definitely recommend him.
Craig Bailey
September 27, 2025Five star service. This company deserves huge recognition. Their smooth set-up process and attention to detail is excellent. Their friendliness and professionalism is great and the lamb was succulent and extremely tender. Not to mention the baby potatoes. An outstanding experience all round. Highly recommended.
Angel enigma
December 11, 2025Great service and excellent cooking. My guests raved about that being the best Spitbraai Lamb ever ..
Susanne Karcher
May 26, 2025What an excellent experience, Dean and his sidekick were professional and a pleasure to deal with. I will certainly use the services again and highly recommend them
Sandi Raath
May 26, 2025I would give My Spit Braai triple the amount of stars if I could. They were absolutely phenomenal! Our guests are still raving about the food two days later and we've been asked for Dean's number by three different guests😄 Thank you Dean @ My Spit Braai, for fantastic service and food that we'll be talking about forever🤤
Lizelle Carstens
September 15, 2025Ordered a spit braai catering. Steven was an exceptional cook and super neat!
Luke Mitchley
April 21, 2025
FAQs
How much meat per person? ± 450 g A-grade lamb per guest (standard on lamb menus).
How long do you cook? 4–5 hours slow roast, then rest & carve for tenderness and flavour.
Do you deliver or cook on-site? Both. Delivery arrives hot in chafing trays; on-site includes a dedicated chef to cook & carve.
Do you cater outside Cape Town? Yes—Western Cape wide. Minimal, transparent travel surcharge beyond 50 km from Parklands.
Get a Free Quote (≤ 2-hour response, 08:00–19:00)
Call / WhatsApp: 067 945 5331 • Email: [email protected]
Headquarters: Village Walk, Parklands, Cape Town, 7441
Service radius: 150 km • Areas served: 100+
Choose Cape Town’s chef-run spit braai caterer and let’s bring the fire—and the flavour—to your next event.
Spit Braai Hire & Catering Across Cape Town
We deliver spit braai catering and spit braai hire across every region of Cape Town. Find your area:
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Spit Braai Guides & Resources
- Spit Braai Prices in Cape Town (2025 Cost Guide) — see real per-head costs and package breakdowns.
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- Where to Source Quality Spit Braai Ingredients — lamb, pork and sides from trusted Cape Town suppliers.
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