Opened in 2014 by brothers Adam & Joel Klein, Kleinsky’s in Cape Town offers a taste of New York with traditional recipes and local ingredients. The bustling atmosphere, complete with the aroma of freshly made bread, transports guests to a busy New York restaurant. Adorned with local artwork, Kleinsky’s Sea Point store doubles as a gallery space, while the focus remains on crafting trademark dishes with the finest local ingredients.
| Restaurant Name | Kleinsky’s |
| Cuisine Type | Fast food |
| Opening Hours | 8 am – 5 pm |
| Reviews | See Reviews |
Kleinsky’s Menu
Kleinsky’s offers hand-rolled and slow-fermented bagels, providing the perfect balance of chewiness and crunchiness. Their in-house brined and smoked pastrami, served on rye toast with crisp pickles and tart mustard, showcases traditional recipes and methods, ensuring quality and flavor.
Kleinsky’s Breakfast Menu
| Item | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| DELI BREAKFAST | Kleinsky’s lamb bacon*, 2 eggs, beef sausage, sautéed mushrooms, rye toast *replace with streaky bacon | R104 |
| LATKE BENEDICT | Potato latkes, 2 poached eggs, hollandaise sauce: – Salmon, Pastrami, Lamb Bacon, Streaky Bacon, Spinach. | R94 |
| BRUNCH BUN | Lamb bacon / Streaky bacon or Avocado, fried egg, chipotle ketchup & rocket, served on a potato bun: – Lamb Bacon, Streaky Bacon, Avocado, Add Potato Latke. | R68 |
| PASTRAMI HASH & EGGS | 2 fried eggs, diced pastrami, red bell pepper, onion & potato hash *replace hash for spinach on request | R108 |
| MUSHROOM, HASH & EGGS | 2 fried eggs, diced mushrooms, red bell pepper, onion & potato hash *replace hash for spinach on request | R82 |
| BOWL OF CEREAL | Our selection of imported cereal* with milk *asks about available options | R56 |
| SMASHED AVO ON RYE | Slice of rye toast, smashed avocado, sautéed mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, pickled red onions & topped with a poached egg | R76 |
| CHALLAH FRENCH TOAST | Homebaked challah bread, maple-flavored syrup, fried banana, fresh berries & apple compote – Add Lamb Bacon, Add Streaky Bacon | R88 |
| HEALTHY BREAKFAST | Seasonal fruit salad blend, granola, yogurt & honey | R36 |
| COCONUT MILK OATS | Rolled oats soaked overnight with coconut milk, seasonal berries, bananas & flaked almonds | R70 |
| SALMON SCRAMBLED EGGS | 3 scrambled eggs with smoked salmon, spring onion & lemon dijon dressed rocket *add challah or rye toast | R84 |
| SALAMI SCRAMBLED EGGS | 3 scrambled eggs with beef salami, onion, red bell peppers & lemon dijon dressed rocket *add challah or rye toast | R84 |
| MILK ALTERNATIVES | Oat / Soy / Almond | R72 |
Kleinsky’s Lunch Under R72
| Item | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuna Mayo Bagel | Tuna mayo, spring onion, cos lettuce, and sliced gherkins. | R58 |
| Chicken Mayo Bagel | Free-range chicken mayo and sliced gherkins. | R60 |
| Smooshed Avo Bagel | Smooshed avocado, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. | R60 |
| Classic Hot Dog | Houseblend mustard, tomato sauce, and pickles. 100% all-beef frankfurter served on a house-baked pretzel roll. | R60 |
| Regular Burger | 120g Beef patty, Russian dressing, mustard, gherkins, red onion, tomato, and cos lettuce. Served on a house-baked potato bun. | R70 |
| Bada Bing Bagel | Beef salami, mozzarella, rocket, and lemon dijon vinaigrette. | R72 |
Kleinsky’s Soups
| Soup Name | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Soup | Free-range chicken broth, celery, carrot & dill. Served with noodles or matzo ball. | R86 |
| Tomato Soup | Creamy tomato soup served with challah croutons. | R78 |
| Sandwich & Soup Combo | Creamy tomato soup served with challah toasted cheese and caramelized onion dipping sandwich | R94 |
| Winter Borscht | Eastern European beetroot soup with cannellini beans, potato & carrot, served with sour cream. | R72 |
| Chickpea, Leek & Potato Soup | Served with crispy fried onions & topped with za’atar. | R74 |
Kleinsky’s Salads
| Salad | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| California Salad | Smoked salmon, avocado, cos lettuce, cherry tomato, spring onion, cucumber, sesame seeds, pickled ginger & sweet soy dressing. | R138 |
| Club Salad | Grilled chicken, lamb bacon, peppadews, cos lettuce, red onion, cherry tomato, cucumber, Swiss cheese, challah croutons, and Russian dressing. | R144 |
| Garden Salad | Cos lettuce, cucumber, cherry tomato, red onion, carrot, and lemon dijon vinaigrette. | R60 |
| Chopped Salad | Cucumber, tomato, red onion, parsley, lemon juice & olive oil. | R38 |
| Pickle Spears Salad | Pickle Spears Salad. | R38 |
| Classic Deli Potato Salad | Potatoes, mustard, vegan mayo, red onion, gherkin relish, chives, dill. | R38 |
| Coleslaw | Coleslaw | R38 |
| Marinated Chickpeas | Chickpeas, roasted red pepper, garlic, olive oil, vinegar & fresh herbs. | R30 |
| Beetroot, Lentil & Goats Cheese Salad | With balsamic dressing, red onion, cucumber & goat’s cheese. | R32 |
| Honey Glazed Carrot Salad | Honey Glazed Carrot Salad. | R30 |
Kleinsky’s Sandwiches
| Sandwich | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Hot Pastrami on Rye | 120g Kleinsky’s pastrami, fresh homemade rye, house blend mustard. Served with pickle spears and coleslaw. | R138 |
| The Reuben Sandwich | 120g Kleinsky’s pastrami, toasted rye, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and Russian dressing. Served with pickle spears and coleslaw. | R154 |
| The Rachel Sandwich | Smoked turkey, toasted rye, mozzarella, apple slaw, and Russian dressing. Served with pickle spears and coleslaw. | R134 |
Kleinsky’s Bagels
| Bagel | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagel Of The Month- Piri Piri Mushroom | Piri Piri Mushroom with Creamy mayo, lettuce, and tomato. | R74 |
| The Chicken Schnitzel Bagel | Crispy chicken schnitzel, slaw, chili & lime mayo & sweet soy reduction. | R94 |
| Breakfast Bagel | Fried free-range egg, melted cheddar, and tomato. | from R86 |
| Smoked Salmon Bagel | Smoked salmon, cream cheese, red onion, and capers. | R100 |
| California Bagel | Smoked salmon, wasabi cream cheese, avocado, pickled ginger, and sweet soya dressing. | R118 |
| L.E.O Bagel | Smoked salmon, scrambled egg, spring onion, melted mozzarella, and caper mayo. | R92 |
| Chicken Mayo Bagel | Free-range chicken mayo and sliced gherkins. | R68 |
| Lamb BLT Bagel | Kleinsky’s lamb bacon, cos lettuce, tomato, and mayo. | R96 |
| Smoked Turkey Bagel | Smoked turkey, cos lettuce, tomato, sliced gherkins, mayo, and houseblend mustard. | R88 |
| Chopped Liver Bagel | Free-range chicken liver pate, pickled red onions, and sliced gherkins. | R60 |
| Tuna Mayo Bagel | Tuna mayo, spring onion, cos lettuce, and sliced gherkins. | R62 |
| Tuna Melt Bagel | Tuna mayo, caramelized onions, and melted cheddar. | R74 |
| Bada Bing Bagel | Beef salami, mozzarella, rocket, and lemon dijon vinaigrette. | R84 |
| Salami Egg & Onion Bagel | Beef salami, rocket, scrambled egg, caramelized onions, and houseblend mustard. | R86 |
| Pastrami Bagel | Kleinsky’s pastrami, house blend mustard, pickles. | from R82 |
| Veggie Bagel | Avocado, sliced gherkins, red onion, carrot, tomato, cos lettuce, and honey mustard vegan mayo. | R80 |
| Hummus Bagel | Hummus, Israeli salad, carrots, sprouts, and caramelized onions. | R90 |
| Smooshed Avo Bagel | Smooshed avocado, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. | R64 |
| Bagel & Shmears | Pick any 2 of our home blend cream cheese shmears. | R50 |
| Margherita Pizza Bagel | Mozzarella, tomato sauce, basil. | R42 |
| Vegetarian Pizza Bagel | Mozzarella, tomato sauce, feta, olives, peppadews, red onion, and mushrooms. | R52 |
| Salami Pizza Bagel | Mozzarella, tomato sauce, salami, red onion, fresh coriander. | R52 |
| Falafel Bagel | Nish Nush falafel patty, hummus, tzatziki, tomato & pickled red onions. | R94 |
Kleinsky’s Burgers
| Burger | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Regular Burger | 120g beef patty, Russian dressing, mustard, gherkins, red onion, tomato, and cos lettuce. Served on a house-baked potato bun. | R78 |
| Cheese Burger | 120g beef patty, American cheese, Russian dressing, mustard, gherkins, red onion, tomato, and cos lettuce. Served on a house-baked potato bun. | R88 |
| Lamb Bacon Burger | 120g Beef patty, lamb bacon, mozzarella, caramelized onions, Russian dressing, mustard, tomato, and rocket. Served on a house-baked potato bun. | R110 |
| Grilled Chicken Burger | Grilled free-range chicken breast, mayo, gherkins, red onion, tomato, and cos lettuce. | R82 |
Kleinsky’s Hot Dogs
| Hot Dog | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Hot Dog | Houseblend mustard, tomato sauce, and pickles. 100% all-beef frankfurter served on a house-baked pretzel roll. | R62 |
| Reuben Dog | Pickles, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing. 100% all-beef frankfurter served on a house-baked pretzel roll. | R82 |
| Banh Mi Dog | Pickled red onion, Japanese mayo, sriracha, carrot, and coriander. | R80 |
Kleinsky’s Noshes
| Nosh | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Salmon Latkes | Two Latkes, smoked salmon, sour cream, and chives. | R70 |
| Mushroom Latkes | Two latkes, sautéed mushrooms, Swiss cheese, and Russian dressing. | R56 |
| Chopped Liver | Free Range, chicken liver pate, pickled red onion served with bagel chips. | R50 |
| Hummus Bowl | Hummus, and caramelized onion served with bagel chips. | R52 |
Kleinsky’s Sweets
| Sweet | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Cheese Blintzes | Rolled pancakes, lemon cheese filling, and fruit compote. | R94 |
| Potato Latkes | With Sour Cream and apple sauce, two latkes, apple compote, and sour cream. | R48 |
| NY Cheesecake Slice | Baked cheesecake with choc mint crust. | R62 |
| Carrot Cake Slice | Carrot cake with cream cheese icing and crushed pecans. | R60 |
| Rugelach | Traditional cream cheese pastry biscuit rolled with Nutella. | R20 |
| Hamantaschen | Shortbread biscuit with lemon and poppy seed filling. | R15 |
| Biscoff Rugelach | Traditional cream cheese pastry biscuit rolled with Biscoff spread. | R20 |
| Russian Honey Cake | Layered cake of caramelized honey biscuit & whipped cream. | R60 |
Kleinsky’s Bagel & Sandwich Platters
| Platter | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Smoked Salmon | 10 mini bagels. Cream cheese, salmon, red onion & capers | R480 |
| Hummus | 10 mini bagels. Hummus, Israeli salad, caramelized onions | R350 |
| Chicken Mayo | 10 mini bagels, free-range chicken mayo & pickled gherkin | R350 |
| Salami & Cheese | 10 mini pretzel rolls, beef salami, cheddar, mustard, tomato, lettuce | R360 |
| Tuna Mayo | 10 mini bagels, tuna mayo, pickled gherkin & lettuce | R320 |
| Assorted Schmears | 10 mini bagels with assorted cream cheese blends | R300 |
| Cheese & Tomato | 10 mini pretzel rolls, cheddar, tomato, lettuce | R300 |
| Mini Pastrami on Rye | 10 mini sandwiches, house pastrami, mustard, pickles spears | R560 |
Kleinsky’s Breakfast & Pastry Platters
| Platter | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Fruit, Granola & Yoghurt | Assorted seasonal fruit, granola & yogurt | R340 |
| Pastries | Choose from our selection below: | |
| Chocolate Rugelach | Traditional cream cheese pastry biscuit rolled with Nutella | R15 |
| Biscoff Rugelach | Traditional cream cheese pastry biscuit rolled with Biscoff | R18 |
| Classic Butter Croissant | Classic Butter Croissant | R28 |
| Pain Au Chocolat | Pain Au Chocolat | R32 |
| Cakes | ||
| NY Cheese Cake | Baked cheesecake with lemon zest & choc mint base | R560 |
| Carrot Cake | With cream cheese icing & crushed pecans | R460 |
| Russian Honey Cake | Layers of sweet honey cake & cream | R540 |
Kleinsky’s Drinks
| Drink Name | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Freshly Squeezed Juice | Freshly Squeezed Juice | R50 |
| San Pellegrino | San Pellegrino | R36 |
| Theonista Ginger Beer | 100% natural ginger beer infused with organic rooibos | R48 |
| Kombucha | Naturally invigorating kombucha blend | R50 |
| Marty’s Virgin Mary | Perfectly spiced tomato juice | R38 |
| Potion Coffee | Straight-up cold brew | R32 |
| Bos Ice Tea | Bos Ice Tea | R34 |
| Soft Drinks | Soft Drinks | R24 |
| Tisers | Tisers | R32 |
| Water | Water | R26 |
Kleinsky’s Coffee & Tea
| Beverage | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| Americano | R36 |
| Espresso | R34 |
| Macchiato | R34 |
| Cappuccino | R38 |
| Flat White | R38 |
| Cortado | R38 |
| Latte | R40 |
| Iced Americano | R38 |
| Iced Latte | R42 |
| Tea | R30 |
| Hot Chocolate | R40 |
| Mochaccino | R44 |
| Chai Latte | R42 |
Kleinsky’s Deli Menu
| Deli Item | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| Pastrami | R110 |
| Lamb Bacon | R100 |
| Smoked Turkey Slices | R90 |
| Smoked Salmon | R86 |
| Beef Salami | R78 |
| Beef Frankfurters | R100 |
| House Mustard | R52 |
| Russian Dressing | R74 |
| Chipotle Ketchup | R78 |
| Everything Bagel Sprinkle | R62 |
| 5-Bagel – Frozen Pre-Sliced Packs | R65 |
Kleinsky’s Bakery Items
| Bakery Item | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| Bagels | R11 |
| Pretzel Roll | R12 |
| Potato Burger Bun | R12 |
| 30% Rye Loaf | R60 |
| Braided Challah | R47 |
| Bagel Dog | R37 |
| Pizza Bagels | R40 |
| Hamantaschen | R14 |
| Rugelach | R18 |
| Carrot Cake (Full) | R375 |
| NY Cheese Cake (Full) | R475 |
Kleinsky’s Beers & Ciders
| Category | Item | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| On Tap | Devils Peak 1st Light Ale | R40 / R55 |
| On Tap | Jack Black Lager | R40 / R55 |
| Bottled | Stella Artois | R32 |
| Bottled | Heineken | R32 |
| Bottled | Cape Collective Lager 500ml | R54 |
| Bottled | St. Francis Beach Blonde Ale | R32 |
| Bottled | Savanna Dry | R36 |
Kleinsky’s Wine Menu
| Category | Wine | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| White | Spier Chardonnay | R40 / 160 |
| White | Tokara Sauvignon Blanc | R45 / 180 |
| Red | Spier Merlot | R40 / 160 |
| Red | Roodeberg Red Blend | R45 / 180 |
