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Chakalaka

International, South African • Manchester City Centre
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4.5/5
(0161) 258 5188 105a Oldham Street, Manchester City Centre, Greater Manchester, M4 1LW (0161)25…Show
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South Africa-inspired tapas bar and kitchen in Manchester’s Northern Quarter.
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About Chakalaka

Situated in the heart of Manchester’s Northern Quarter on Oldham Street, Chakalaka is the city’s first and only South Africa-inspired tapas bar and kitchen. It’s a relaxed and friendly venue and the perfect place to get to grips with Biltong, Boerewors, Pap balls with Chakalaka relish and South African cocktails. Open from 12 noon until late every day, they have a great-value Credit Crunch Lunch to get you started and 2-4-1 Cocktails from 4pm-8pm, Sunday to Friday. Try the Bok Shot or the Johannesburg Sunset There’s Jaffles (South African toasties) and Koeksisters (South African donuts), Windhoek Lager and Rooibos Tea. Sweet or savoury, Chakalaka has your tastebuds covered!

Sugarvine
4.5
Food 4.6/5
Service 4.5/5
Atmosphere 4.4/5
Value for Money 4.3/5
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Opening Times
Mon 12:00 - 02:00 —
Tue closed
Wed 12:00 - 02:00 —
Thu 12:00 - 02:00 —
Fri 12:00 - 02:00 —
Sat 10:00 - 02:00 —
Sun 10:00 - 02:00 —
Closed Christmas Day. Build your own Breakfasts 10am-12noon (Saturday & Sunday).
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Vicky
We had a wonderful meal on Saturday night at Chakalaka. A truly traditional South African menu with all the treats from back home. The biltong starter was delicious and the chilli bites second to non. My husband had the Bunny Chow for main and I had a curry. Both were lovely and spicy with a decent portion size. The staff were really friendly and we had a lovely evening We will most certainly be back.
5.0
Rosie
A must go for unique food in Manc - oh, and the owner is the nicest man on the planet! ❤️
5.0
Lucy
Amazing food and cocktails! Not had bobotie since I was a child and my SA Grandma used to make it for me. Yours didn't dissapoint! All our dishes were so tasty and the pomegranate mojito was divine. Great little gem in the NQ.
3.5
G
Cosy atmosphere, nice food and service ! I need to come back and try different dishes.
5.0
Sabena
Took my South African mother here and she loved it. Cape Malay curry was delicious and the boerewors and samoosas were also great. Want to come back to try the bobote. Waiters very friendly and positive atmosphere.
2.8
Abi
I thought I would try the restaurant as at the moment it is 50% off. For the price with discount I thought the food was worth it but if i had to pay full price I think I would have been left a little disappointed. Me and my friend had the mezze board to share which was nice but nothing special for the £19 price tag and I had the bangers and pap for main, thankfully i ordered a gravy with this because the main itself looks pretty boring on its own particularly as the pap isnt really flavoured at all. The cocktails were nice and priced well. The staff were friendly and attentive.
4.0
Julie Kay
Lovely food - Bobote very different! Beer garden nice, brightly painted! Would definitely return! Lamb curry amazing too!
4.8
Richard Pike
Friendly staff, lots of choice on the menu with regards to drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and very tasty food. Good amount of options to suit all tastes. Highly recommend
5.0
Caitlin
Great service, lovely food and so reasonable, we had such a good time and were very impressed. Great atmosphere and specials too! We have been before and will definitely be back!
4.5
Clara
Very good
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Chakalaka File

Fact File

Main dining room capacity 45
Booking policy Reservations accepted
Best seat Table 1
Max group booking size 12
Average 3 course lunch price (excluding drinks) £20
Average 3 course evening meal price (excluding drinks) £35
House wine price £15
Alcohol license Fully licensed

Special Dietary Requirements

Vegetarian catering Some vegetarian main course options
Vegan catering Vegan Main Course Options on Menu
Halal catering No Halal Food
Wheat/Gluten catering No Wheat / Gluten Free options

Disabled Facilities

Wheelchair access throughout facility Yes
Dedicated disabled toilets Yes

Additional Information

Wifi Free
Payment by credit card Yes
Payment by debit card Yes
Dogs allowed Yes
Drink without food Yes
Separate bar with seating Yes
Takeaway services Yes
Covered smoking area No Covered Area