OKUHLE · AFRIKAN JIKONI
Dinner Menu
This is not just a restaurant. It is a bridge between worlds. Rooted in the Soul of Africa and elevated through craft, each dish carries the spirit of tradition, the depth of a culture, and the power of connection. But what you experience here goes beyond the plate. Every meal helps create opportunity, supporting artisans, farmers, and children across Africa, ensuring that culture is not only celebrated, but sustained.
“Okuhle is not a word, it’s a way of being: To live with goodness. To act with purpose. To leave something better behind.”
Here, dining becomes purpose. And every visit gives back.
Dine-In | Take-Out | Delivery | Catering
Private Dining | Semi-Private Dining
CAPE WINES
JC Le Roux Le Domain Sparkling
Crisp sauvignon blanc, muscadel sweetness
JC Le Roux Le Domain Sparkling
Ruby-red sparkling, strawberry & plum notes
KWV Chardonnay
Elegant orange blossom, peach & lime aroma
KWV Chenin Blanc
Guava, pear, pineapple with honey-apple aroma
Holden Manz Rothko Rosé
Floral perfumed with lots of finesse on the palate
Allesverloren Shiraz
Rich, full-bodied, good tannins structure, ripe fruit
Dornier Pinotage
Intense aroma, plum, cherry jam & oak palate
Holden Manz Cabernet
Rich & full palate with complex array of dark fruit
KWV Merlot
Red berry, cherry flavor with nuances of cinnamon
AMADLOZI SPRITZ
Zambezi Flow
Hibiscus syrup, grapetizer, basil, bitters,lemon, sparking wine
Kalahari Oasis
Aperol, orange liqueur, orange zest,lime juice, mint, sparkling wine
Madagascar Tropical
Pineapple, coconut, lime, vanilla, moringa, bitters, sparkling wine
Lion’s Roar
Passion fruit, ginger juice, birds eye chilli, mampoer, bubbles
BEERS & CIDERS
Windhoek Lager · Hansa Pilsner · Castle Lager · Black Label · Bernini Blush Cider · Hunter’s Gold Cider · Savanna Dry Cider · Savanna Angry Lemon
AFRICAN LIQUORS
Royal Rhino Cream · Amarula Cream · KVW Van Der Hum · Strawberry Cream
FAST-CASUAL TO SLOW-CASUAL DINNER EXPERIENCE.
THE OKUHLE TABLE
In many African homes, meals are not served, they are shared. Gathered around the table, dishes are passed, stories are told, and connection is created through food. At Okuhle, our dinner menu honors this tradition. Each dish is designed for sharing and thoughtfully paired by our chef to bring balance, depth, and authenticity to the table, while still allowing you to choose the accompaniments that suit your taste.
WE ENCOURAGE EATING WITH YOUR HANDS
At Okuhle, we honor the tradition of eating with your hands, a deeply rooted practice that brings you closer to the food and the experience. We encourage guests to embrace this authentic way of dining, connecting with each dish as it was meant to be enjoyed. For your comfort and convenience, dedicated handwashing stations are thoughtfully placed throughout the restaurant.
Every meal at Okuhle contributes to supporting African artisans, farmers and village communities.
POTJIE - FEAST
12h Advance order required*
A slow-fired South African classic, layered meats, vegetables, and aromatic spices gently simmered in a cast-iron pot with a touch of wine for 4–6 hours. Rich, hearty, and deeply communal, this shared feast is crafted for four or more guests and served exclusively at our Umdeni Tables & Madiba Room. Accompanied by jollof rice, corn fufu, warm vetkoek, two fresh salads, a house dip, relish & dodo. An experience of patience, tradition & togetherness.
Price per Person: Beef · Chicken · Lamb · Pork · Seafood · Veggie. Minimum 4 guests
COASTAL GRILLED CATCH
2-Lbs Catch-of-the-Day
Whole fish, boldly seasoned and flame-grilled over wood fire for a smoky, crisp-skinned finish and tender, flaky flesh. Served with achéke, fresh tomato-onion herb salad, rofi and sangoma sauces, Korhogo eggplant pickle, sweet dodo, and Okuhle fries, a vibrant expression of coastal West African flavor & fire.
Serves 2 guests
THE INJERA GATHERING
Ethiopian Teff Flatbread
Soft, tangy sourdough injera layered with bold Pan-African flavors, suya-spiced beef, fragrant yassa chicken, crisp mofo fritters, and akara “falafel.” Accompanied by vibrant chakalaka, mandingo & khoikhoi aioli, fresh kachumbari, niebe salad, and sweet fried dodo, crafted for sharing, rooted in tradition.
Signature · Vegetarian · Serves 2-3 guests
PIRI-PIRI FLAMED CHICKEN
A True Expression of Fire & Craft
Whole organic split chicken, marinated in garlic, lemon, and bold piri-piri spices, then slow wood-fire grilled to a smoky, flame-kissed finish. Served with jollof rice, Okuhle fries, your choice of two sauces, a fresh salad, relish and sweet dodo, rich, vibrant, and deeply satisfying.
Serves 2-4 guests
INYAME YE-TOMAHAWK
46oz Flame Grilled
60-Day Dry-Aged Prime Black Angus Bone-In Ribeye (Tomahawk Cut), flame-grilled over open fire to a bold, smoky char with a tender, buttery finish. Crafted for sharing, and accompanied by two starches, two fresh salads, three signature sauces, house relish, warm magwinya, & dodo. A true expression of fire and craft.
Serves 2-4 guests
AFRIKAN BRAAI
A bold celebration of fire & flavor
A generous cast-iron platter layered with flame-kissed beef, boerewors, yassa chicken, beef skewer, shaved lamb, magwinya, and fufu. Designed for sharing, each element brings together the richness, spice, and soul of Southern African grilling traditions in one unforgettable feast. Served with a fresh side salad, house dips, relish, two signature sauces, and Okuhle fries.
Serves 2-4 guests
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.