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Barristers
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Barristers
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1 Reviews (last 12 months)
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in Restaurants & Food
NPS Score
-100
Recommended: Unlikely
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Lisa
1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020
15 Jan 2026, 10:21
Barristers
Every year on our Anniversary (5th Jan) my husband and I like to treat ourselves by trying out a new restaurant. And this year (our 41 year anniversary) we decided, after hearing great things, to try out Barristers Grill in Newlands. What a disappointment. To set things off, on arrival my husband was offered a warm beer. Not a good note to start out on. We were then advised that although it was Monday, the two for one Monday special was not applicable over the Christmas period. My husband ordered a starter of snails, which came with two small, stale rolls. The waiter apologised and explained that because it was such a hot day, the rolls had hardened. I ordered the Baked Camembert with sourdough bread starter. The bread I received was just plain white bread. The waiter assured me that it was sourdough, but I have eaten enough sourdough in my life to know it has a different taste and texture to this piece of ordinary, toasted Albany white bread. Sadly after this we decided to cut our losses and cancel our mains. We paid for our drinks, but they reversed the cost of the starters. Even so, the bill came to R168, for 2 beers and a Rock Shandy! We then left to continue our meal at an old faithful restaurant we know up the road. But a very disappointing venture to a restaurant we heard so much aboutI had been looking forward to a good meal all day. But sadly it just did not meet expectations
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Lisa
1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020
15 Jan 2026, 10:21
Barristers
Every year on our Anniversary (5th Jan) my husband and I like to treat ourselves by trying out a new restaurant. And this year (our 41 year anniversary) we decided, after hearing great things, to try out Barristers Grill in Newlands. What a disappointment. To set things off, on arrival my husband was offered a warm beer. Not a good note to start out on. We were then advised that although it was Monday, the two for one Monday special was not applicable over the Christmas period. My husband ordered a starter of snails, which came with two small, stale rolls. The waiter apologised and explained that because it was such a hot day, the rolls had hardened. I ordered the Baked Camembert with sourdough bread starter. The bread I received was just plain white bread. The waiter assured me that it was sourdough, but I have eaten enough sourdough in my life to know it has a different taste and texture to this piece of ordinary, toasted Albany white bread. Sadly after this we decided to cut our losses and cancel our mains. We paid for our drinks, but they reversed the cost of the starters. Even so, the bill came to R168, for 2 beers and a Rock Shandy! We then left to continue our meal at an old faithful restaurant we know up the road. But a very disappointing venture to a restaurant we heard so much aboutI had been looking forward to a good meal all day. But sadly it just did not meet expectations
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DEE P
1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020
21 Feb 2025, 08:36
BAD MEAL AT BARRISTERS
We went to Barristers last Saturday night. Very disappointing meal considering it was R880.00.for the 2 of us. No wine ordered. My starter was snails in garlic sauce- the snails were tuff like leather and the garlic sauce was just awful - no taste of garlic on the snails or the sauce. The 2 Fillet steaks were badly burnt on the outside- but the inside was done perfectly. John's chicken livers were apparently really good. We had to cut off the outside burnt bits of the steak. I actually asked the waiter if the steak was done in a marinade & he said yes, Both steaks were absolutely tasteless-! We have eaten there before and the food was always good. We did'nt complain except about the snails to the waiter as we did'nt want to cause a scene as the restaurant was quite full. 'Maybe the chef was tired after Valentines day the day before.
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DEE P
1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020
21 Feb 2025, 08:36
BAD MEAL AT BARRISTERS
We went to Barristers last Saturday night. Very disappointing meal considering it was R880.00.for the 2 of us. No wine ordered. My starter was snails in garlic sauce- the snails were tuff like leather and the garlic sauce was just awful - no taste of garlic on the snails or the sauce. The 2 Fillet steaks were badly burnt on the outside- but the inside was done perfectly. John's chicken livers were apparently really good. We had to cut off the outside burnt bits of the steak. I actually asked the waiter if the steak was done in a marinade & he said yes, Both steaks were absolutely tasteless-! We have eaten there before and the food was always good. We did'nt complain except about the snails to the waiter as we did'nt want to cause a scene as the restaurant was quite full. 'Maybe the chef was tired after Valentines day the day before.
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Pam B
1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020
17 Jan 2023, 06:16
Do it properly or not at all!
Four of us went to Barristers on the 30th of Dec. We orderedv3 starters, 1 main and a bottle of wine and some sodas. We arrived at 8 pm and halfway through our meal were told that if we wanted anything else we should hurry up and order as the kitchen was closing early so the staff could "save their energy for the following night". Really made us feel special (sarcastic). Not good enough.
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Pam B
1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020
17 Jan 2023, 06:16
Do it properly or not at all!
Four of us went to Barristers on the 30th of Dec. We orderedv3 starters, 1 main and a bottle of wine and some sodas. We arrived at 8 pm and halfway through our meal were told that if we wanted anything else we should hurry up and order as the kitchen was closing early so the staff could "save their energy for the following night". Really made us feel special (sarcastic). Not good enough.
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Lance P
1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020
30 Aug 2021, 10:58
Barristers the best waterhole in town
I have now been a regular at Barristers Grill & Cafe for quite some time now. I have never ever been not satisfied with the service, food, drink, vide or anything. The waiters know my wife and I already. I always order exactly the same meal every time with a “Zamalek” which is a BIG draft Black Label beer. When we walk in, the known waiters will bring my beer immediately and know my order without saying a word. What is more is the Owner / Manager has the same name as me. So I feel part of the family. The staff and waiters are just phenomenal! The food is deliciously top class and a widest selection of beers and drinks available. But for me, nothing beats a “Zamalek” for refreshing and complementing my meal! Barristers come highly recommended. My home from home when I need good service, good food and refreshing drink. A #WIN in every aspect. Lance
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Lance P
1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020
30 Aug 2021, 10:58
Barristers the best waterhole in town
I have now been a regular at Barristers Grill & Cafe for quite some time now. I have never ever been not satisfied with the service, food, drink, vide or anything. The waiters know my wife and I already. I always order exactly the same meal every time with a “Zamalek” which is a BIG draft Black Label beer. When we walk in, the known waiters will bring my beer immediately and know my order without saying a word. What is more is the Owner / Manager has the same name as me. So I feel part of the family. The staff and waiters are just phenomenal! The food is deliciously top class and a widest selection of beers and drinks available. But for me, nothing beats a “Zamalek” for refreshing and complementing my meal! Barristers come highly recommended. My home from home when I need good service, good food and refreshing drink. A #WIN in every aspect. Lance
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mbokazithe M
1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020
22 Sept 2018, 08:50
Great service company
Great service company
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mbokazithe M
1 reviews | Active since Jan 2020
22 Sept 2018, 08:50
Great service company
Great service company
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