Proud Mary, located in Rosebank’s foodie district, is a popular South African restaurant known for its modern mid-century-inspired ambiance. With generous portions and spot-on flavors, it offers a warm and inviting atmosphere for diners seeking a special night out or a cozy spot for work. Reservations are recommended due to its popularity.
| Restaurant Name | Proud Mary |
| Cuisine Type | African food |
| Opening Hours | 6:30 am – 12 pm |
| Reviews | See Reviews |
Proud Mary Menu
Proud Mary offers a warm and inviting ambiance with modern decor and attentive staff, creating a relaxed dining environment. Their extensive menu celebrates global cuisines and features dishes like XO Prawns and Seafood Linguine, complemented by a curated selection of wines from small-batch, local wineries.
Proud Mary Breakfast Menu
Fruits & Grains
| Item | Ingredients | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh Fruit Bowl V | No specific details were provided, likely a variety of fresh fruits | R 80 |
| Proud Mary Granola Bowl | Toasted granola, fresh fruit, orange blossom honey, double-thick yogurt (N) | R 88 |
| Poached Pear Oats VG | Oat milk-soaked oats, poached pear & apple crumble, caramelized banana, blueberries, coconut flakes | R 80 |
Sweet Breakfast
| Item | Ingredients | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| French Toast | Sourdough french toast, hot maple syrup, seasonal fruit, mascarpone, coconut flakes | R 90 |
| Belgian Waffle | Chocolate torte, macerated strawberries, vanilla gelato, chocolate sauce | R 95 |
| Buttermilk Hotcakes | Caramelized banana, crispy bacon, whipped ricotta, hot maple syrup, berry compote, butterscotch toasted walnuts | R 95 |
Eggs
| Item | Ingredients | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Cafe Omelette | Classic omelet with toast + additions of your choice | R 65 |
| Two Eggs Your Way | Scrambled, Poached, Fried with toast + additions of your choice | R 55 |
Additions
| Additions and Toppings | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| Confit Tomato | R 10 |
| Fried Onion | R 10 |
| Spring Onion | R 10 |
| Sautéed Spinach | R 20 |
| Smokey Beans | R 20 |
| Cheddar | R 25 |
| Feta | R 25 |
| Haloumi | R 25 |
| Avo | R 25 |
| Field Mushrooms | R 25 |
| Goats Cheese | R 25 |
| Crispy Bacon | R 25 |
| Smoked Hickory Ham | R 30 |
| Pork Sausage | R 30 |
| Smoked Salmon Trout | R 50 |
Toasts
| Toasts | Ingredients | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Smashed Avo VG | Chilli flakes, red onion, lemon, rocket | R 90 |
| Mushroom & Spinach VG | Teriyaki grilled brown mushrooms, rocket & baby spinach, chili garlic & spring onion tomato salsa. | R 98 |
| Salmon Scrambled Eggs | Crème Fraiche & chive scrambled eggs, smoked salmon trout, dill | R 125 |
| Bacon & Avo | Crispy bacon, avocado, jalapeño cream cheese, tomato gremolata | R 95 |
| Toasted Croissant | Scrambled egg, crispy bacon, grilled cheddar | R 90 |
Bagels
| Bagels | Ingredients | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Smoked Salmon | Lemon cream cheese, capers, red onion, tomato, watercress & dill on a poppy seed bagel | R 120 |
| Bacon & Egg | Streaky bacon, fried egg, bourbon bacon jam, cheddar, watercress & pickled relish mayo on a plain bagel | R 100 |
Brunch
| Item | Ingredients | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Mary’s Bennys | English muffin, hollandaise & poached eggs with a choice of – Smoked Hickory Ham Togarashi, chorizo crumble – Smoked Salmon Sauteed spinach, dill oil, trout roe | R 100 R 145 |
| Bombay Frittata (VG) | Lightly curried tofu & potato frittata, baby spinach, Cape Malay coconut sauce, crispy onions, and fresh sambals. | R 105 |
| Green Shakshuka (V) | Baked eggs, coal-roasted green vegetables, dill, spring onion, sumac, chili oil, and coconut yogurt. | R 100 |
| Red Shakshuka (V) | Za’atar baked eggs, harissa roasted tomatoes, red peppers, sweet potato, and onions. | R 95 |
| Turkish Eggs (V) | Poached eggs on lachha paratha, chili chimichurri, lemon yogurt, fresh dill, za’atar | R 110 |
| Asian Omelette | Sugar-cured prawn & kimchi open omelet, feta, sprouts, coriander, spring onion, chili oil | R 125 |
| Salmon Royalé | Sweet potato & kale rosti, smoked salmon trout, grilled halloumi, avo, oven-roasted tomatoes, two poached eggs, caper & chive hollandaise. | R 150 |
| Croque Madame | Grilled ham & cheese brioche french toast, topped with a fried egg, béchamel sauce, Gruyère & Parmesan cheese | R 125 |
| Proud English | Crispy bacon, pork sausage, grilled mushrooms, smokey beans, oven-roasted tomatoes, two eggs your way, toast | R 140 |
| Breakfast Burger | Beef patty 150g, tomato relish, cheddar, rocket, fried onions, bacon, mayo, fried egg, soft bun, triple fried chips | R 135 |
| Steak Egg & Bravas | 28-Day wet-aged sirloin 200g, poached or fried egg, wagyu fat patatas bravas, confit tomato relish, aioli | R 145 |
Breakfast Cocktails
| Cocktails | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Proud Bloody Mary | with vodka | R 95 |
| Mimosa | Bubbly & orange juice | R 105 |
| Valentina | Non-alcoholic bubbly, cranberry & orange juice | R 65 |
Proud Mary Lunch & Dinner Menu
Nibbles & Bar Plates
| Item | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Mary’s Olives VG | Rosemary, garlic, chilli marinade | R 65 |
| Manchego Arancini V | Crispy fried tomato arancini filled with Manchego cheese. Pesto dip | R 80 |
| White Anchovies | Marinated white anchovies with apple, pear, celery & fennel salsa. Green olive oil & honey dressing. Turkish toast | R 120 |
| Bread & Butter | Freshly baked bread & olive grissini, honey & orange thyme butter | R 40 |
| Cheese Plate V | Manchego, Cremonzola & Camembert cheeses. Smoked grapes, honey-drizzled pears & tomato chili chutney. Lavash crackers | R 105 |
| Charcuterie | Prosciutto, Coppa & Salami cured meats. Pickles, olives & tomato-rubbed sourdough toast | R 115 |
Oysters
| Item | Price (per two) | Price (per dozen) |
|---|---|---|
| Thai Nam Jim | R 85 | R 480 |
| Mignonette | R 80 | R 440 |
Small Plates
| Item | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Tempura Mushroom VG | Fried shimeji mushrooms, vegan kewpie mayo, chili & tomato chutney, fresh coriander, togarashi | R 95 |
| Miso Broccoli V | Tenderstem broccoli, misoyaki butter, veloute, olive grissini pangratata | R 65 |
| Artichoke Hearts VG | Lemon & olive oil marinated artichoke hearts, baked in the coal oven. Fennel, grapefruit & mint salad with sumac | R 90 |
| Teriyaki Chicken | Grilled chicken thighs marinated in teriyaki. Sesame seeds, spring onion, daikon & sprouts | R 120 |
| Burrata Salad V | Olive oil & lemon marinated burrata, candied stonefruit, roasted walnuts, red onion, dill oil | R 125 |
| Salmon Crudo | Salmon sashimi dressed in lemon vinaigrette, spring onion, capers, chili, orange & lemongrass zest | R 150 |
| Crispy Squid | Fried calamari, sweet & sour tamari glaze, jalapeno, toasted coconut | R 120 |
| BBQ Octopus | Grilled gochujang octopus, salsa macha, kewpie mayo, pickled leeks, bonito flakes | R 135 |
| XO Prawns | Coal-oven prawns, XO butter (N) *pork | R 145 |
| Nuoc Cham Pork Belly | Caramelized chili & lime pork belly, roasted peanuts, leek & cucumber salad with lime dressing (N) | R 80 |
| Lamb Kofta | Spicy lamb koftas, garlic labneh, green chilli, lemon | R 125 |
| Jamon Croquetas | Crispy confit pork belly croquetas, prosciutto, aioli | R 95 |
Weekday Lunch Plates
| Item | Price (R) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Kale & Lemon Rigatoni V | R 125 | Rigatoni pasta in a kale & lemon cream with ricotta gremolata, parsley & basil oil |
| Salmon Fishcakes | R 175 | Panko crumbed salmon fishcakes. Apple, fennel & pea salad with watercress, spring onion, toasted sesame seeds & pickled ginger. Mustard aioli |
| Steak, Egg & Bravas | R 145 | Coal-fired sirloin 200g, wagyu fat patatas bravas, confit tomato, aioli poached/fried egg |
| Pepperonata & Tomato Sandwich VG | R 80 | Grilled peppers, semi-dried tomatoes, roasted mushrooms & smoked paprika mayo on toasted sourdough. Add fior di latte mozzarella R 40 |
| Porcini Sirloin Sandwich | R 115 | 200g Grilled sirloin steak & seared porcini mushrooms with tomato chutney & mustard mayo on toasted sourdough |
| Chicken Pesto Sandwich | R 110 | Grilled sundried tomato chicken breasts, lemon-dressed rocket, red onion, roasted red pepper purée & herb pesto mayo on toasted sourdough |
Salads
| Item | Price (R) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Falafel & Roast Vegetable VG | R 135 | Chickpea falafels, roasted cauliflower, aubergine & butternut couscous salad with baby spinach, avocado & citrus vinaigrette. Pea & cannellini bean hummus |
| Tuna Tataki | R 195 | Sesame-crusted seared tuna steak. Pineapple, spring onion, red pepper, corn, cucumber & mint cabbage slaw. Ponzu & sweet chili dressing |
| Chicken Caesar | R 155 | Caesar-dressed baby gem lettuce, crispy bacon, anchovies, grilled chicken thighs, onion, pecorino cheese, smashed egg mayo & roasted focaccia croutons |
Cafe Plates
| Item | Price (R) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Tomato & Goat Cheese Risotto V | R 175 | Roasted red pepper risotto, smoked tomato, goat cheese, fresh basil & dill, marscapone & pecorino. Add prawns R 110 |
| Mushroom Spanakopita VG | R 140 | Caramelized mushroom & aubergine in crisp phyllo pastry. Artichoke & herb leaf salad with mustard vinaigrette |
| Coal-Fired Vegetables V | R 145 | Teriyaki smoked sweet potato, cumin & honey marinated butternut, green harissa cauliflower, chilli-roasted leeks, red pepper couscous salad, garlic yogurt |
| Chicken Orzo | R 225 | Moroccan spiced deboned chicken thighs, olive & tomato orzo pasta, whipped feta, toasted almonds, peaches, coriander & mint |
| Seafood Linguini | R 265 | Prawns, mussels, line fish, chili, garlic, white wine, olive oil, red onion, fresh herbs |
| Seared Salmon | R 345 | Thai black rice salad with pomegranates, fresh orange, dill & coconut. Citrus butter dressing & yuzu crème fraiche |
| Grilled Linefish | R 295 | Lemon butter braised peas, edamame, baby gem, toasted coconut flakes, coriander & fresh lime |
| Moules Frites | R 190 | West Coast mussels, white wine, garlic, lemon butter, mild chili broth. Pappas fries & crusty sourdough |
| Pan-Roasted Duck | R 320 | Roasted duck breast, tangerine jus, candied beetroot, caramelized sweet potato fondant, roasted king oyster mushrooms, whipped sweet potato |
| Rib Eye Frites | R 315 | Coal-fired rib eye, 300g. Béarnaise sauce, beef fat parmesan chips |
| Pork Belly | R 250 | Confit pork belly, fennel & celery salad, pork croquettes, pork crackling, pickled borlotti beans, mustard & palm jus |
| Coal-Fired Fillet | R 315 | Beef fillet 300g, roasted dill carrots, roasted broccolini, confit potatoes, red wine jus, pickled onion petals |
| BBQ Cheese Burger | R 195 | Black Angus patty, double cheese, pickles, crunchy lettuce, onion, wholegrain mustard mayo. Triple fried chips & garlic aioli |
Coal-Fired Oven
| Item | Price (R) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Chimichurri Lamb Chops | R 375 | Marinated, grilled lamb chops with chili feta & chimichurri sauce. Crispy potato wedges & parsley butter |
| Harissa Chicken | R 265 | Harissa spiced, deboned, half-baby chicken. Smoked chilli & caramelized pumpkin wedge, rose-infused labneh, feta, toasted pumpkin seeds & paprika oil |
| Yuzu Lemon Prawns | R 495 | 8 Queen prawns grilled in yuzu lemon butter with pan-fried sticky veg rice. Apple & watercress salad *sesame oil & seeds |
| Oven-Roasted Whole Fish | SQ | Daily selection of fresh whole fish. Orange pickled fennel salad. Allow 35 min |
Specialty Cuts
| Item | Price (R) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Wagyu Steak | R 895 | Local premium Wagyu Beef. Brûléed chimichurri bone marrow butter & choice of a side. Ask about today’s cut |
| T-Bone | R 385 | 21-day dry-aged 650g T-Bone. Wagyu fat potato wedges & peppercorn cream sauce |
| Rump Picanha | R 305 | 21-day matured Black Angus 350g. Trinchado sauce, crispy potato wedges & roasted red pepper chimichurri |
| Tomahawk | R 735 | 32-day dry-aged 1.2kg. Café de Paris butter, parmesan fries & peppercorn cream sauce. Allow 45 min |
Additions
| Item | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Green Salad | R 45 | Green salad |
| Oven Roast Vegetables | R 50 | With potato pavé |
| Sauteéd Baby Spinach | R 55 | Brown butter leeks, garlic, lemon |
| Triple fried chips | R 35 | TriplefFried chips |
| Wagyu Fat Potato Wedges | R 55 | Parmesan cream, wagyu béarnaise |
| Sauces | R 45 | Mushroom Café Au Lait |
Proud Mary Desserts Menu
| Item | Description | Price (R) |
|---|---|---|
| Strawberry Mess | Poached strawberries, gin jellies,* blancmange, coconut sorbet & torched lime meringues | R 105 |
| Chocolate Caramel Fondant | Dark chocolate fondant, caramel, chocolate soil, caramel popcorn, salted caramel gelato | R 100 |
| Peaches & Cream Panna Cotta | Yogurt panna cotta, mango jelly, passion fruit pearls, crumble, peach salsa, chantilly cream & vanilla bean gelato | R 90 |
| Macaron Gelato Sandwich | Espresso gelato & mascarpone cream sandwiched between two chocolate macarons. Chocolate espresso pouring sauce. | R 125 |
| Coconut Brûlée Cheesecake | Vanilla cheesecake, white chocolate & coconut ganache, coconut gelato | R 95 |
| Boozy Bon Bons | Liqueur-filled, dark chocolate bonbons* | R 65 |
| Tropical Sorbet 3 Scoops | Mango | Lemon | Passionfruit | R 70 |
| Gelato 3 Scoops | Turkish Delight | Ferrero Rocher (N) | Vegan Cinnamon Cookie Dough | R 80 |
| Cheese Plate | Artisanal cheese, smoked grapes, honey-drizzled pears, tomato chili chutney & crackers | R 105 |
Proud Mary Digestifs Menu
| Item | Price (R) |
|---|---|
| Villa Masa Limoncello | R 55 |
| Wilderer Muscato Grappa | R 65 |
| Nonino Chardonnay Grappa | R 140 |
| De Krans Cape Vintage Port | R 40 |
| Sandeman Tawny Port 10 yr | R 95 |
| Scotch Alexander – Singleton 12Y, crème de cacao, cream, nutmeg | R 120 |
| Espresso Martini – Ketel One Vodka, Kahlúa, espresso | R 105 |
| Cafe Racer – Glenfiddich 12Y, espresso, maple, cardamom, orange, unsweetened condensed milk | R 120 |
Proud Mary Wines Menu
| Wine | Price (R) | Varietal | Region |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joostenberg Late Harvest | R 65 | Chenin | Paarl |
| Thelema | R 75 | Muscat | Stellenbosch |
| Beaumont Cape Vintage | R 80 | Tinta & Pinotage | Walker Bay |
| Vin De Constance | R 200 | Muscat | Constantia |
Proud Mary Cafe Set Menu – R450
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Small Plates | |
| Miso Broccoli (V) | Tenderstem broccoli, misoyaki butter, veloute, olive grissini pangratata |
| Crispy Calamari | Fried calamari, sweet & sour tamari glaze, jalapeno, crispy curry leaves, toasted coconut |
| Teriyaki Chicken | Grilled chicken thighs marinated in teriyaki. Sesame seeds, spring onion, daikon & sprouts |
| Nuoc Cham Pork Belly | Caramelized chili & lime pork belly, roasted peanuts, leek & cucumber salad, lime dressing (N) |
| Choice of Mains | |
| Coal-Fired Vegetables | Teriyaki smoked sweet potato, cumin & honey marinated butternut, green harissa cauliflower, chili-roasted leeks, red pepper couscous salad, garlic yogurt. |
| Grilled Linefish | Lemon butter-braised peas, edamame, baby gem, toasted coconut flakes, coriander & fresh lime |
| Chicken Orzo | Moroccan spiced deboned chicken thighs, olive & tomato orzo pasta, whipped feta, toasted almonds, peaches, coriander & mint (N) |
| BBQ Cheese Burger | Black Angus patty, double cheese, pickles, crunchy lettuce, onion, wholegrain mustard mayo. Triple fried chips & garlic aioli |
Mary’s Set Menu – R550
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| CHOICE OF SMALL PLATES | |
| Miso Broccoli (V) | Tenderstem broccoli, misoyaki butter, veloute, olive grissini pangratata |
| Crispy Calamari | Fried calamari, sweet & sour tamari glaze, jalapeno, crispy curry leaves, toasted coconut |
| Teriyaki Chicken | Grilled chicken thighs marinated in teriyaki. Sesame seeds, spring onion, daikon & sprouts |
| Nuoc Cham Pork Belly | Caramelized chili & lime pork belly, roasted peanuts, leek & cucumber salad, lime dressing (N) |
| CHOICE OF MAINS | |
| Tomato & Goat Cheese Risotto (V) | Roasted red pepper risotto, smoked tomato, goat cheese, fresh basil & dill, mascarpone & pecorino |
| Harissa Chicken | Harissa spiced, deboned, half-baby chicken. Smoked chili & caramelized pumpkin wedge, rose-infused labneh, feta, toasted pumpkin seeds, and paprika oil. |
| Grilled Linefish | Lemon butter braised peas, edamame, baby gem, toasted coconut flakes, coriander & fresh lime |
| Rib-Eye Frites | Coal-fired rib eye, 300g. Béarnaise sauce, beef fat parmesan chips |
| CHOICE OF DESSERT | |
| Coconut Brûlée Cheesecake | Vanilla cheesecake, white chocolate & coconut ganache, coconut ice-cream |
| Chocolate Brownie Torte (N) | Hazelnut & dark chocolate torte, nougatine, creme patisserie, white chocolate snow, Tonka bean gelato |
Proud Set Menu – R650
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| CHOICE OF SMALL PLATES | |
| Artichoke Hearts (VG) | Citrus-marinated artichoke hearts baked in the coal oven. Fennel, grapefruit & mint salad with sumac |
| Teriyaki Chicken | Grilled chicken thighs marinated in teriyaki. Sesame seeds, spring onion, daikon & sprouts |
| Crispy Calamari | Fried calamari, sweet & sour tamari glaze, jalapeno, crispy curry leaves, toasted coconut |
| Lamb Kofta | Spicy lamb koftas, garlic labneh, green chili, lemon |
| CHOICE OF MAINS | |
| Tomato & Goat Cheese Risotto (V) | Roasted red pepper risotto, smoked tomato, goat cheese, fresh basil & dill, mascarpone & pecorino |
| Seared Salmon | Thai black rice salad with pomegranates, fresh orange, dill & coconut. Citrus butter dressing & yuzu crème fraiche |
| Coal-Fired Fillet | Beef fillet 300g, roasted dill carrots, roasted broccolini, confit potatoes, red wine jus, pickled onion petals |
| Chimichurri Lamb Chops | Marinated, grilled lamb chops, chili feta & chimichurri sauce. Crispy potato wedges & parsley butter |
| Pork Belly | Confit pork belly, fennel & celery salad, pork croquettes, pork crackling, pickled borlotti beans, mustard & palm jus |
| CHOICE OF DESSERT | |
| Coconut Brûlée Cheesecake | Vanilla cheesecake, white chocolate & coconut ganache, coconut ice-cream |
| Chocolate Caramel Fondant | Dark chocolate fondant, caramel, chocolate soil, caramel popcorn, salted caramel gelato |
