Calistos Menu With Updated Prices in South Africa 2024

Calisto’s Menu in South Africa presents a delectable fusion of Portuguese and Mozambican flavors, inviting patrons on a culinary journey rich in tradition and taste. From succulent flame-grilled peri-peri chicken to tender espetada skewers dripping with flavor, each dish at Calisto’s is a celebration of vibrant spices and bold flavors. Accompanying the main courses are an array of mouthwatering sides such as peri-peri fries, garlic bread, and fresh salads, ensuring a satisfying dining experience for every palate.

Nestled within vibrant neighborhoods across South Africa, Calisto’s restaurants offer a warm and inviting ambiance that transports diners to the sun-soaked shores of Portugal and Mozambique. The charming decor, reminiscent of a rustic Mediterranean taverna, sets the stage for a leisurely meal shared with friends and family. Whether indulging in a leisurely lunch or celebrating a special occasion, Calisto’s Menu promises an unforgettable dining experience that captures the essence of Portuguese and Mozambican cuisine.

Calistos Menu South Africa Prices

Calistos Menu restaurant is renowned for its tantalizing blend of Portuguese and Mozambican flavors, offering a diverse array of signature dishes that showcase the richness of these culinary traditions. Among its famous items are succulent flame-grilled peri-peri chicken, tender espetada skewers dripping with flavor, and hearty seafood platters brimming with fresh catch from the ocean. Additionally, Calistos Menu is celebrated for its delectable sides, including peri-peri fries, garlic bread, and vibrant salads, all designed to complement the main dishes perfectly. With its vibrant and flavorful offerings, Calistos Menu restaurant provides a culinary journey that transports diners to the sun-soaked shores of Portugal and Mozambique, making it a beloved destination for food enthusiasts seeking an authentic taste of Afro-Portuguese cuisine.

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Name	Calisto’s South Africa
Location	South Africa
Number of Locations	Multiple across South Africa
Cuisine	Portuguese, Mediterranean
Specialties	Grilled Meats, Seafood, Peri-Peri Chicken
Atmosphere	Casual, Family-Friendly

Updated Menu Items And Prices of Calistos South Africa

Here is the complete menu with the latest prices. Additionally, we will cover the current deals:

Meat

items	Price (R)	Description
Prego Roll and Chips	R74.95	Tender topside on a Portuguese roll – with sauce of course.
Madagascan Steak	R149.95	Madagascan green pepper sauce on luxurious steak, beware the bite of Madagascar.
Rump Trinchado	R134.95	Cubed rump cutlets in our traditional Portuguese trinchado sauce.
Fillet Steak 280g	R169.95	280g of tunnel cut tenderloin, the premium beef cut with a melt-in-your-mouth performance.
Fillet Trinchado	R169.95	Fillet on the bone 500g, served in a creamy Madeira sauce.
Spare Ribs 800g	R199.95	Flame-grilled pork belly ribs, 800g, BBQ basted.
Spare Ribs 400g	R139.95	Flame-grilled pork belly ribs, 400g, BBQ basted.
Argentinian Steak	R149.95	Lively, piquant, and fragrant flavor combining olive oil, peppers, and parsley.
Calisto’s Portuguese Steak		300g rump steak topped with fried egg and a creamy Madeira Sauce.
Calisto’s Portuguese Steak	R139.95	500g rump steak topped with fried egg and a creamy Madeira Sauce.
Garlic Steak	R149.95	300g rump steak covered in luscious garlic-infused sauce.
Pepper Steak	R149.95	300g rump steak covered in a lavish whole crushed black pepper sauce.
Lamb Chops	R179.95	Soft, juicy loin of lamb, grilled delicately, served with chilli and mint-infused Tarantu sauce.
T-Bone Steak 500g	R169.95	‘T-Bone’ separating striploin from fillet for a well-rounded meat experience.
Mushroom Steak	R149.95	300g rump steak covered in delicious mushroom sauce.
Side Sauces	R24.95	Choose from a selection of side sauces to complement your dish.

Choice of Penne / Fettuccini

Category	items	Price (R)	Description
Pasta	Calisto’s Pasta	R109.95	Beef Strips, Mushrooms, White Wine, and Garlic in a Napoletana sauce with a touch of Cream.
Pasta	Chouriço Pasta	R114.95	Beef Strips, Mushrooms, and Chouriço in a creamy white sauce.
Pasta	Don Antonio Pasta	R139.95	Savoury seduction combining chicken strips with jalapenos, sundried tomatoes, peppadews, mushrooms, and feta cheese, tossed in a touch of olive oil.
Pasta	Seafood Pasta	R139.95	Combination of Mussels, Prawns, Crab Sticks, and Calamari in a creamy White Wine sauce.
Pasta	Chilli Prawns Pasta	R149.95	10 medium Prawns tossed in garlic, olive oil, white wine, and chilli.
Pasta	Vegetarian Pasta	R89.95	Fresh Garden Vegetables, Mushrooms, Zucchini, Aubergines, and Leeks in a delicate Napoletana sauce.
Kids Menu	Fish Fingers and Chips	R39.95	–
Kids Menu	Chicken Nuggets and Chips	R39.95	–
Kids Menu	Kiddies Chicken Schnitzel	R59.95	–
Kids Menu	Calisto’s Wings and Chips	R44.95	–
Kids Menu	Kiddies Bolognese	R59.95	–
Kids Menu	Kiddies Mac & Cheese	R49.95	–

Prawns

Category	items	Price (R)	Description
Prawns	1/2 Kilo Prince – 10 Medium	R149.95	–
Prawns	6 Queen	R169.95	–
Prawns	6 King (highly recommended)	R189.95	–
Prawns	3 T.M	R239.95	–
Prawns	1 T.G (each)	R399.95	–
Prawns	Piri-piri Butter Sauce	R9.95	–
Seafood	Seafood rice 2-3	R219.95	Portuguese flair in a seafood-packed pot of awesomeness with rice in a rich tomato-based sauce, a signature dish.
Seafood	Seafood rice 3-6	R439.90	Portuguese flair in a seafood-packed pot of awesomeness with rice in a rich tomato-based sauce, a signature dish. (Larger portion)
Seafood	Seafood Espetada	R169.95	A medley of medium prawns, calamari, and hake skewered with onions and peppers, served with lemon butter.
Seafood	Lobster	S.Q	Finest native lobsters grilled or steamed.
Seafood	Lobster Thermidor	S.Q	Delicate lobster meat in a sauce of mushrooms, cream, and shrimp, returned to the shell and topped with melted cheese.
Seafood	The Grand Platter	R999.95	500g of lobsters, 4 king prawns, 12 medium prawns, calamari, mussels, chips, and rice.
Seafood	Seafood Platter for 1	R199.95	125g calamari, 5 medium prawns, hake, 4 mussels, rice, or chips.
Seafood	Seafood Platter for 2	R379.95	250g calamari, 10 medium prawns, 2 hake, 8 mussels, rice, or chips.
Seafood	Mozambican Prawn Curry	R169.95	10 deshelled medium prawns in a mild creamy Mozambican style curry with coconut milk and masala.
Seafood	Mozambican Prawn & Chicken Curry	R179.95	10 medium prawns and succulent chicken strips simmered in Mozambican styled curry sauce.
Seafood	Mozambican Crab Curry 300g	R179.95	A hands-on Mozambican taste sensation with crab curry.
Seafood	Grilled Calamari	R159.95	Tender baby tubes from the Falkland Islands, lightly spiced and grilled with the heads.
Seafood	Fish and Chips	R99.95	Succulent Hake fillet battered in our onion and herb fusion, fried golden crispy.
Seafood	Sole	R189.95	Slightly smaller East Coast sole, superior in taste, texture, and quality.
Seafood	Sole Thermidor	R209.95	Sole topped with a decadent mushroom cream and shrimp sauce, with melted cheese.
Seafood	Kingklip	R189.95	Kingklip dusted in lightly spiced flour, giving it a crunchy texture and intense taste.
Seafood	Kingklip Thermidor	R209.95	Kingklip topped with a decadent mushroom cream and shrimp sauce, with melted cheese.
Seafood	Sardines	R99.95	Freshly fished from Portuguese waters, rubbed with coarse salt, grilled on an open flame, topped with roasted peppers, onions, and garlic.
Seafood	Bacalhau Assado	R189.95	Thick loin of Cod Fish grilled on an open flame, topped with roasted peppers, fresh onion, garlic, olives, and olive oil.
Seafood	Bacalhau a Bras	R189.95	Shredded Cod fish pan-fried with onion, garlic, and olive oil, blended with beaten egg and thinly sliced potato chips.
Seafood	Bacalhau Gomes de sa	R189.95	Shredded Cod fish pan-fried with onion, garlic, olive oil, and finished with boiled egg and boiled baby potatoes.

Sides & Sauces

Category	items	Price (R)	Description
Sides & Sauces	Bread Roll and Butter	R5.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Top Up Table Piri-piri	R14.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Sides	R24.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Side Sauces	R24.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Milho Frito	R7.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Mushroom Sauce	R8.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Madagascan Sauce	R9.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Side Salad	R24.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Side Chips	R24.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Side Round Chips	R24.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Side Rice	R24.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Side Vegetables	R24.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Side Rustic Potatoes	R24.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Side Boiled Baby Potatoes	R24.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Side Mash	R24.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Madeira Sauce	R24.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Pepper Sauce	R24.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Cheese Sauce	R24.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Garlic Sauce	R24.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Argentinian Sauce	R24.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Lemon Butter Sauce	R24.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Garlic Butter Sauce	R24.95	–
Sides & Sauces	Piri-piri Butter Sauce	R24.95	–

Desserts

Category	items	Price (R)	Description
Desserts	Flavoured Scoop	R9.95	–
Desserts	Ice Cream Trio	R29.95	–
Desserts	Ice Cream & Frozen Biscuit Cake	R39.95	with Hot Chocolate Sauce
Desserts	Cheese Cake	R39.95	–
Desserts	Chocolate Mousse	R39.95	–
Desserts	Crème Caramel	R39.95	–
Desserts	Calisto’s Sticky Pudding	R39.95	–
Desserts	Italian Kisses	R39.95	–
Desserts	Mixed Fruit Sorbet	R39.95	–
Desserts	Peppermint Tart	R39.95	–
Desserts	Frozen Biscuit Cake	R39.95	–
Coffees & Pedros	Filter Coffee	R17.95	–
Coffees & Pedros	Cappuccino	R24.95	–
Coffees & Pedros	Espresso	R17.95	–
Coffees & Pedros	Double Espresso	R24.95	–
Coffees & Pedros	Espresso and 1920	R44.95	–
Coffees & Pedros	Calisto’s Espresso	R22.95	–
Coffees & Pedros	Irish Coffee (Jameson’s)	R44.95	–
Coffees & Pedros	Jamaican Coffee (Rum)	R39.95	–
Coffees & Pedros	Royal Coffee (Brandy)	R39.95	–
Coffees & Pedros	Kahlua Coffee	R39.95	–
Coffees & Pedros	Don Pedro	R39.95	–
Coffees & Pedros	Don Velvetino	R39.95	–
Coffees & Pedros	Don Frangelico	R39.95	–
Coffees & Pedros	Don Kahlua	R39.95	–
Post Prandial	Cappuccino	R34.95	–
Post Prandial	Aquardente 1920	R17.95	–
Post Prandial	Amarula	R34.95	–
Post Prandial	Grappa Antonella (Cabernet)	R34.95	–
Post Prandial	Underberg	R39.95	–
Post Prandial	Messias Bagaceira	R34.95	–
Post Prandial	Cape Velvet	R17.95	–
Post Prandial	Frangelico	R22.95	–
Post Prandial	Kahlua	R19.95	–
Post Prandial	Drambuie	R32.95	–
Post Prandial	Cointreau	R34.95	–
Post Prandial	Jagermeister	R22.95	–

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The Deli

Category	item	Size	Price (R)	Description
HOT SAUCES	Green Chilli	–	R30.95	–
HOT SAUCES	Red Chilli	–	R30.95	–
HOT SAUCES	Jalapeno	–	R30.95	–
HOT SAUCES	Habanero	–	R30.95	–
SKULL SAUCES	Mild Gold Edition	–	R34.95	Sweet Peri-Peri
SKULL SAUCES	Gold Edition Peri-Peri	–	R34.95	Peri-Peri
CALISTOS SAUCES	Mild Peri-Peri	275 ml	R32.99	–
CALISTOS SAUCES	Sweet Mild Peri-Peri	275 ml	R32.99	–
CALISTOS SAUCES	Medium Peri-Peri	275 ml	R32.99	–
CALISTOS SAUCES	Hot Peri-Peri	275 ml	R32.99	–
CALISTOS SAUCES	X Hot Peri-Peri	275 ml	R32.99	–
CALISTOS SAUCES	Lemon & Herb Sauce	275 ml	R32.99	–
CALISTOS SAUCES	Medium Hot	275 ml	R32.99	–
CALISTOS SAUCES	Flaming Hot	275 ml	R32.99	–
CALISTOS SPICES	Aromatic	–	R22.95	–
CALISTOS SPICES	Lamb	–	R22.95	–
CALISTOS SPICES	BBQ Shisa Nyama Peri Peri Braai	–	R22.95	–
CALISTOS SPICES	Braai Salt	–	R22.95	–
CALISTOS SPICES	Chakalaka	–	R22.95	–
CALISTOS SPICES	Chips Seasoning	–	R22.95	–
CALISTOS SPICES	Fish Spice	–	R22.95	–
CALISTOS SPICES	Garlic Lemon & Herb	–	R22.95	–
CALISTOS SPICES	Greek Spice	–	R22.95	–
CALISTOS SPICES	Italian Herbs	–	R22.95	–
CALISTOS SPICES	Peri Peri Chicken	–	R22.95	–
CALISTOS SPICES	Prawn & Seafood	–	R22.95	–
CALISTOS SPICES	Prego & Chicken	–	R22.95	–
CALISTOS SPICES	Salt & Vinegar	–	R22.95	–
CALISTOS SPICES	Smoked BBQ	–	R22.95	–
CALISTOS SPICES	Texan Steak	–	R22.95	–
PORTUGUESE JAM	Table Peri-Peri	–	R34.95	–
PORTUGUESE JAM	Sweet Jalapeno Chutney	–	R34.95	–
PORTUGUESE JAM	Mexican Chilli	–	R34.95	–
PORTUGUESE JAM	Jalapeño Salsa	–	R34.95	–
PORTUGUESE JAM	X Hot	–	R34.95	–
LADY & GENT SILHOUETTE	Mild	500 ml	R42.95	–
LADY & GENT SILHOUETTE	Medium	500 ml	R42.95	–
LADY & GENT SILHOUETTE	Hot	500 ml	R42.95	–
LADY & GENT SILHOUETTE	X Hot	500 ml	R42.95	–

Mixed Platters

Category	items	Price (R)	Description
Espetada	Traditional	R139.95	For a more traditional European style of enjoying the rump meat, simply rubbed with coarse salt and bay leaves, skewered and hung over the plate.
Espetada	Calisto’s way	R149.95	The meat is skewered with onions and peppers and drizzled with a creamy Madeira sauce, dripping with decadent flavour.
Mixed Platters	Chef’s Mixed Platter	R229.95	Hot Chicken wings, Fried Squid Heads, Calamari, Trinchado, and Lightly Toasted Garlic Bread.
Mixed Platters	Calisto’s Mixed Platter	R279.95	Whole Chourico, Fried Squid Heads, Mild Chicken Livers, Wacky Wings, Hot Wings, and Lightly Toasted Garlic Bread.
Mixed Platters	Family Feast (Serves 6)	R599.95	2 x Garlic Rolls, 2 x Chicken Livers, 1 x Trinchado Starter, 1 x Full LM Peri-Peri Chicken, 20 x Prince Prawns, 2 x Grilled Hake, 4 x Side of your choice.
Mixed Platters	Feel Free To Create Your Own Platter	–	–
Mixed Platters	Shane’s Platter	–	–

Salads

Category	items	Price (R)	Description
Salads	Calisto’s Portuguese Salad	R54.95	Beautifully crafted garden greens with a white wine vinaigrette dressing.
Salads	Greek Salad	R64.95	Add feta and a delicious creamy herb dressing for an amazing salad experience.
Salads	Chicken Salad	R74.95	Lightly spiced chicken strips and a delicious creamy herb dressing.
Chicken	Baby Piri-piri Chicken	R119.95	The petite poultry option offers a unique taste experience.
Chicken	LM Piri-piri Chicken (Half)	R94.95	Our Portuguese Peri-Peri chickens are arguably the best birds in the world. Choose from mild, medium, hot, or extra hot. Lemon & Herb is just as good.
Chicken	LM Piri-piri Chicken (Full)	R144.95	Our Portuguese Peri-Peri chickens are arguably the best birds in the world. Choose from mild, medium, hot, or extra hot. Lemon & Herb is just as good.
Chicken	Chicken Schnitzel	R99.95	Home-made is the secret to this success, our golden crumbed chicken breasts could only be better with a creamy delicious sauce. Choose cheese or mushroom to best your breast.
Chicken	Chicken Prego and Chips	R74.95	A soft succulent chicken breast on a Portuguese roll with Prego sauce.
Chicken	Flame Grilled Chicken Breast	R89.95	Juicy tender breasts brushed with Peri-Peri or Lemon & Herb.
Chicken	Deluxe Grilled Chicken Breast	R109.95	A tender grilled breast topped with onion, avo, tomato, mayo, and caramelized onion sprinkle. (Seasonal)
Chicken	Mozambican Chicken Curry	R109.95	Tender chicken pieces in a mild coconut & cream curry sauce.

Starters

Category	items	Price (R)	Description
Starters	Vegetable Soup	R49.95	Chunky cut garden variety vegetables to warm the soul.
Starters	Caldo Verde	R49.95	The most authentic Portuguese soup in the world, potato based with kale, olive oil, and Chouriço.
Starters	Haloumi Cheese	R54.95	Lightly dusted goat’s milk cheese, grilled and served with red onion marmalade.
Starters	Snails	R59.95	6 French snails in a cream-style garlic sauce.
Starters	Trinchado	R49.95	Cubed rump cutlets, pan-fried and served in our traditional Portuguese trinchado sauce.
Starters	Fillet Carpaccio	R79.95	Thinly sliced fillet cured in black pepper and mustard seeds, delicately arranged on rocket with a sweet red onion marmalade.
Starters	Prawn Starter	R76.95	Just a taste teaser. 5 of our marvellous medium prawns to get you going.
Starters	Starter Platter	R54.95	Because you decide what your mouth wants most, choose 3 from 6 different options. (Ask your waiter for details)
Starters	Chicken Livers	R54.95	Mind-blowing livers cooked with onions, peppers, and finished in a mild cream sauce.
Starters	Giblets	R84.95
Starters	Hot Calisto’s Wings	R54.95	Rolled in our famous spicy wing dust and deep-fried.
Starters	Calisto’s Wacky Wings	R59.95	Well-cooked until tender in a homemade sauce with peppers, carrots, and onions. Hot wings served with our famous creamy blue cheese sauce.
Starters	Sticky BBQ Wings	R59.95	Sticky and sweet. The wing without the zing.
Starters	Fried Squid Heads	R59.95	Tantalizing tentacles dusted with spiced flour and fried.
Starters	Mussels	R64.95	We source the world’s finest mussels and finish them in white wine, cream, and garlic for a marvellous mouth full.
Starters	Chouriço	R54.95	Everyone’s favourite spicy Portuguese pork sausage, grilled on an open flame and served with olives and cheese.
Starters	Garlic Bread	R15.95	Lightly toasted Portuguese roll with garlic.
Starters	Cheesy Garlic Bread	R24.95	Because everything is better with cheese!
Starters	Grilled Calamari	R69.95	The most tender baby Falkland tubes, lightly spiced and grilled together with the heads.
Starters	Avocado Ritz	R74.95	Avocado pear and prawns laced with a tangy seafood dressing. Some things were just meant to be. (Seasonal)
Starters	Prawn or Chicken Rissois	R16.95 ea	Fluffy, crisp traditional Portuguese pastry filled with delicate chicken or prawn filling.
Starters	Atlantic Oysters	R24.95 ea	6 Freshly cultivated oysters from the Lüderitz coast of Namibia, served with a range of Calisto’s Basco sauces.

Location And Contact

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Opening and Closing Time

Friday	12–10:30 pm
Saturday	12–10:30 pm
Sunday	12–9 pm
Monday	Closed
Tuesday	12–10 pm
Wednesday	12–10 pm
Thursday	12–10 pm

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Nutrition Values About Calistos in South Africa

Dish	Calories (kcal)	Protein (g)	Carbohydrates (g)	Fat (g)	Sodium (mg)
Mild Peri-Peri Prawns	250	25	5	12	800
Seafood Rice	600	30	75	15	1200
Fish & Chips	800	35	90	35	1500
Seafood Platter for 1	700	40	50	30	1400
Mozambican Prawn Curry	550	35	45	20	1000
Rump Trinchado	700	45	10	50	900
Fillet Trinchado	750	50	12	55	950
Beef Ribs	900	60	10	70	1600
Calisto’s Portuguese Steak	800	50	15	55	1200
Pepper Steak	850	52	10	60	1300
Fillet Steak	700	55	5	50	1100
Mozambican Chicken Curry	600	40	50	20	900
Deluxe Grilled Chicken Breast	450	40	15	20	800

Allergens Values Of Calistos Menu

Dish	Common Allergens
Mild Peri-Peri Prawns	Shellfish, Dairy (if butter used), Garlic, Soy
Seafood Rice	Shellfish, Fish, Dairy (if butter used), Soy, Garlic
Fish & Chips	Fish, Gluten (batter), Eggs (batter), Soy
Seafood Platter for 1	Shellfish, Fish, Dairy (sauces), Soy, Garlic
Mozambican Prawn Curry	Shellfish, Dairy, Coconut, Garlic, Soy
Rump Trinchado	Dairy (sauce), Soy, Garlic
Fillet Trinchado	Dairy (sauce), Soy, Garlic
Beef Ribs	Soy, Garlic
Calisto’s Portuguese Steak	Dairy (sauce), Soy, Garlic
Pepper Steak	Dairy (sauce), Soy, Garlic

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“Lunch Specials“

Typically offered during weekdays, lunch specials at Calisto’s might include discounted prices on selected dishes or combo meals that include a main course and a drink.

“Combo Deals“

These deals often combine popular items such as espetadas, pregos, or platters with sides like chips (fries), rice, or salads at a reduced price compared to ordering items individually.

“Family Specials“

Designed for sharing, family specials at Calisto’s might include larger portions of their signature dishes like grilled meats or seafood platters, accompanied by sides and possibly a dessert, at a discounted rate.

“Happy Hour“

Some Calisto’s locations may offer happy hour deals on drinks, including specials on cocktails, beers, or wines during specific times of the day.

“Takeaway Specials“

Discounts or special offers on takeaway orders, encouraging customers to enjoy Calisto’s meals at home or elsewhere.

“Seasonal Promotions“

During holidays or special occasions, Calisto’s may introduce seasonal promotions, themed menus, or discounts on specific items to celebrate the occasion.

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