308 reviews
#13 of 896 Restaurants in Cape Town CentralRR - RRR, Steakhouse, Grill, Gluten free options+27 21 422 1175+ Add websiteImprove this listing
Hours
Sun
12:00 - 22:30
Mon
12:00 - 22:30
Tue
12:00 - 22:30
Wed
12:00 - 22:30
Thu
12:00 - 22:30
Fri
12:00 - 22:30
Sat
12:00 - 22:30
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4.5
Travellers' Choice 2024
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PRICE RANGE
R 8.00 – R 348.00
CUISINES
Steakhouse, Grill
Special Diets
Gluten free options
meals, features
Does this restaurant allow dogs or considered pet friendly?
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About
New no-fuss steak concept on Bree Street. We're all about good food, drinks and happy times. Only the best grass fed beef in Cape Town cooked either on our charcoal open fire grill or in a Spanish charcoal oven.
PRICE RANGE
R 8.00 – R 348.00
CUISINES
Steakhouse, Grill
Special Diets
Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, After-hours, Drinks
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Free off-street parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Dog Friendly, Family style, Non-smoking restaurants, Gift Cards Available
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4.5
308 reviews
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Very good
27
Average
9
Poor
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Terrible
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Fredsaid
London31 contributions
Feb 2024 • couples
The service was slow and took a while to receive our food. The waitress was nice but she didn’t seem very enthusiastic.
We love the concept having a similar place in London called flat iron but it didn’t live up to it.
The steaks were over cooked slightly and the fries tasted stale. Like they’d been cooked and left under a heat lamp for a while. It’s also not cheap as all the elements add up like the tiny pot of sauce for the same price as fries.
The creamed spinach and onions rings were really good, as was the complimentary popcorn and ice cream to finish. The ice cream gave this rating a star alone.
Overall I wouldn’t return as it was just ok. nothing special.
Written 18 February 2024
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Paolo Carrara
Dear Fredsaid
Thank you for taking the time to review us at Iron Steak and Bar.
We are so sorry to hear that you didnt enjoy your evening with us. Would you please be so kind and reach out to our GM, Misha (misha@ironsteak.co.za). We would like to investigate this and redeem ourselves if possible.
We look forward to your response.
Kind regards
Paolo Carrara
Co-owner
Written 27 February 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Asanda
Johannesburg4 contributions
Sept 2024 • family
Came here for dinner, second time here and it didn’t disappoint, an amazing place that serves different types of meats such as Tomahaek, Rubeye, and even wagyu’s, an amazing place to eat out and would recommend! Very helpful waiters and bathrooms are great, very spacious and my food came out perfect and hot. The setting is very dim lighted making it a more relaxing and chilled atmosphere to be surrounded in! Good for families and friends that want to go out and enjoy the taste of Cape Town. Would definitely come back!
Written 27 September 2024
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7SE128
Longwood80 contributions
Nov 2024 • couples
Not wanting to go down to the V&A Waterfront again we decided to try Iron Steak & Bar based on other good reviews. So happy we did! The service was attentive, the food delicious and we were able to get cool view of the "tablecloth" clouds on Table Mountain. We were even surprised by getting a Happy Anniversary dessert after a casual mention to our server. We didn't have reservations but were there early (~4:30pm) so were able to be seated immediately. Yum!
Written 27 November 2024
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Tkp
Charlotte38 contributions
Jan 2025 • solo
On January 17th in the 18:00 hour, I visited this place. My visit to this restaurant was absolutely worse than what I could’ve ever imagined. Within a 30-minute period, I witnessed a man with short dark brown hair and full connected beard, wearing light colored buttoned down shirt sexualize another female customer with one of the male bartenders. Then I heard one of the waiters repeatedly use the “n” word while talking to other members of the waitstaff and a bartender. Then I witnessed a man with light colored hair (in a little pompadour) and glasses, being too familiar with a waitress who was obviously uncomfortable with him making physical contact with her. And, to top it off, the waiter who delivered my food thought it was okay to touch my body while placing the food down. There was no reason for him to put the front of his body on the side of my body…there was ample space for him to do his job. I moved my chair away from him and leaned away from him for it to stop. The behavior of this staff tells me that there is a real problem, possibly supported by upper management, in this establishment. I will never go back to this place.
Written 27 January 2025
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Yamkela N
Grahamstown1 contribution
Oct 2024 • couples
Excellent quality, excellent service! Our waiter, Fikiswa, took very good care of us. The steaks were prepared to order, and the meat was finely aged. Would highly recommend this place. We were celebrating our anniversary and had a wonderful time!
Written 25 October 2024
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MiniGem92
Southampton58 contributions
Feb 2024 • couples
We wanted to have steak whilst in Cape Town and this was at the top of the list when we looked at reviews - and rightly so. We hadn't booked but there was plenty of space for us early on a Saturday evening. Our waitress talked us through the menu, food and drinks were quick to come and really tasty. The free ice cream on the way out was a lovely surprise.
It wasn't the cheapest place in Cape Town, probably a similar price to what we would pay at home, but felt well worth it.
Written 14 February 2024
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Paolo Carrara
Dear MiniGem
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are delighted that you had such a great time and enjoyed your stay with us. Always happy to hear that our staff are taking such great care of our patrons.
We hope you visit us again on your next trip to SA.
Kind regards
Paolo Carrara
Co-owner
Written 27 February 2024
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Andres M
Valencia10 contributions
Apr 2023 • couples
Personally I wouldn't recommend it to anyone, I had a very bad expérience.
The day after going to this restaurant I was sick all day long vomiting and feeling really really bad.
I had to go to continue my holidays to the cape of good hope and I couldn't because of the food that I have eaten in this restaurant.
And by the way, the balance of prize and quality is not that good. We ordered a Big Tomahawk that cost us 80€, like 1500RS and I have eaten good steaks T-bone in other restaurants for just 20€ and they had nothing to envy this one in the flavour.
The service and the wine was very good but the waitress was a bit tricky.
They make you to pay the sauces like 3€ each when we asked to the waitress which sauces and sides were included with the steak.
When you pay 80€ for a steak, at least they should offer some sauces and some poor potatoes... In Europe is something that you don't even have to ask, they serve you directly with the steak.
We had this bad surprise at the end. The waitress wasn't clear at all about that. Otherwise she was very nice.
I haven't said nothing at the moment of the bill but after being sick like that I couldn't remain silent.
I hope you will be aware that you will overpay what you will eat and it won't be as great as you may think before to go. I hope you won't get sick like I am today and lose one day of your precious holidays.
Written 5 April 2023
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Paolo Carrara
Dear AndresmK
Thank you for your review. I believe my GM, Misha has been in touch with you.
We are truly sorry that you got ill. As she explained to you, all health and safety protocols were followed.
With regards to the sauces and sides, that is something we charge for in South Africa, but we offer complimentary beef drip popcorn and salted caramel ice cream to all our patrons.
We do hope you give us another try on your next visit to SA.
Safe travels.
Kind regards,
Paolo Carrara
Co-owner
Written 19 May 2023
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lfras2002
24 contributions
May 2024 • couples
We were recommended by staff at our hotel to try this restaurant. We were
happy to see that we could have small
portions and steak was cooked to perfection. Small treat of fresh popcorn
cooked in beef drippings was delicious.
At the end of the meal we had complimentary ice cream cone with
caramel ice cream and chocolate shavings. Salad was refreshing and had
a nice lemon dressing.
Written 4 May 2024
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QW Teo
Singapore133 contributions
Aug 2023 • couples
The iron blade steak was reasonably priced and was delicious. There was a cup of popcorn served before the food order arrives which is a nice touch. A complementary scoop of salted caramel ice cream was given at the end of the meal. The service was excellent thus we gave a 14% tip instead of the usual 10%.
Written 25 August 2023
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Paolo Carrara
Dear QWTeo
Thank you for your review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your meal with us at Iron and had the opportunity to try our famous Flat Iron Steak. We look forward to your next visit, perhaps try another meat cut and see which one you prefer.
Kind regards
Paolo Carrara
Co-owner
Written 5 September 2023
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Sherry M
Kitchener26 contributions
Apr 2024 • couples
Superb flavour, setting and price! We had the winter special which consisted of a unique blend of popcorn cooked in wagyu beef oil= phenomenal flavour. Then they brought us the main meal which was a healthy salad with light dressing and the winner a flat iron steak served over a hot rock plate. Finished with a salted caramel ice cream. Amazing, one of the best meals I’ve had! Thanks for the memories!
Written 27 April 2024
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Paolo Carrara
Good day 304sherrym,
We are so happy that you enjoyed yourself at Iron Steak and we take it as such a huge compliment that you were able to make memories here.
We look forward to welcoming you back and making even more memories.
Kind regards
Paolo Carrara
Co-owner
Written 28 April 2024
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vinsangio
Saint-Gilles-Les-Bains37 contributions
Mar 2024 • family
If you like meat then this is the place for you!
Quality meat with lots of choice in meat and you can choose different weights!
We recommend Wagyu meat: excellent, marbled like the
Kobe meat.
The price is proportional to the quality of the meat but it is worth the detour
I highly recommend

Written 13 March 2024
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Tamara L
Cape Town3 contributions
Nov 2023 • friends
I went to Iron Steak two weeks in a row. The greeters were welcoming, the complimentary popcorn absolutely delicious and the menu explanation impeccable. On both occasions my steak was cooked exactly as requested. The people I dined with had no complaints on their steak either. The starters were delicious and served quickly and the array of sides that we sampled all cooked to perfection. I would highly recommend this restaurant for friends, family and couple dining.
Written 3 December 2023
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Paolo Carrara
Dear Tamaral479
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are so happy to hear that you were taken care of from the moment you walked in till the moment you left.
We hope you join us again soon.
Kind regards,
Paolo Carrara
Co-owner
Written 17 December 2023
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nathan
Birmingham9 contributions
Jan 2024 • family
We are here on an evening booking, the restaurant itself it a really nice place to sit and is decorated really nicely.
The drinks were great and the cocktails were really well made.
The food was superb, our best meal in Cape Town so far - The mash potato and gravy side was 100% a highlight
Our server, Thomas, was incredibly attentive and couldn't do enough to make sure our family meal was great and our little boy who we ate with was happy.
Will 100% return.
Written 5 January 2024
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Celine K
1 contribution
Feb 2024 • friends
Steak was so good. Dessert was even better. The staff did an amazing job with the recovery because the first time the wagyu was a bit tough but they offered to cook it again and the second time it was incredible. They also offered a complimentary dessert. Music was also 10/10
Written 16 February 2024
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Paolo Carrara
Dear Celine
Thank you so much for reviewing us on TripAdvisor. We are so happy to hear that our staff took such great care of you and that we could rectify your steak on the evening.
We look forward to your next visit.
Kind regards
Paolo Carrara
Co-owner
Written 27 February 2024
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H_Bulbring
Cape Town9 contributions
Aug 2023 • couples
An amazing special (Wednesday if I recall) where you get an amazing wagu beef burger for an unbeatable price (sounds like an advert). Really, even though they are sometimes full and you have to sit at the bar. The service and the food is always amazing! Yes we always have the burger but are very keen to try the steaks, which if I must say, look mouth watering. On one occasion they were short staffed due to unforeseen circumstances and the burger was a bit oily, but that is not their usual, their usual is simply . . . AMAZING! OH and a plus, it is halal friendly, with the option of booze from the bar. I am on a hunt for great halal friendly food, and Iron Steak is on the list!
Written 16 August 2023
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Paolo Carrara
HI H_Bulbring
Thank you for your detailed review. We are so happy that you enjoyed it.
Yes, you are right, we are halaal friendly, as we serve NO pork on our premises. The Wagyu Wednesday is always a great idea, as it is such value for money.
We look forward to hosing you again soon!
Kind regards
Paolo Carrara
Co-owner
Written 5 September 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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