Chakalaka
105A Oldham Street, M4 1LW - Manchester
·£10–20
African
Menu - Popular Dishes
Meaty Mezze Board
Beer
Chicken Wings
Chicken Sosatie
Samoosas
Samosa
Milk Tart Shooter
Nachos
Jaffle
Bangers & Pap
Cape Malay Chicken Bunny Chow
Cheesy Maize Balls
Droewors and Biltong
Espresso Martini
Mezze Platter
Footlong Boerewors Roll
Bangers and Mash
Red Curry
Pomegranate Mojito
Baileys
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Outdoor seating
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Delivery
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Takeout
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Dine-in
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Alcohol
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Cocktails
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Wine
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Reservations
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Wheelchair accessible
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Accessible restroom
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Casual
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Good for groups
👍 Recommended by 4 people
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📊 Popular Times
Not busy
Moderate
Very busy
Contact Information
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Phone:
+44 161 258 5188
🌐 Website:
http://www.chakalakabar.com/
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Address:
105A Oldham Street, Manchester
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Google Reviews ⭐ 4.5/5 (616)
a week ago
Amazing food, service from the waitresses was really attentive. If I had a critique the cheese maize balls were a bit bland and the biltong loaded fries could have a little more biltong. The meat on the platter was amazing and the chakalaka had a great flavour
2 weeks ago
We’ve been here several times and the food has always been great. A really nice introduction to South African cuisine — flavours are bold, portions are generous and everything is well cooked. They also often have good offers, which makes it …
5 months ago
Nice Midweek Dinner!
We went on a Wednesday to take advantage of the 50% off deal, and it was …
2 months ago
Stumbled in here by accident as a solo traveller on business. Really busy with a lively atmosphere even on a wet random Monday night in November - always a good sign. Ordered Sosaties with a side of greens which did not disappoint, …
6 months ago
Went on a Monday so main courses were 50% off, and was inclined to try two dishes on this basis. Went for the lamb bunnychow (a curry stew served inside a chunk of bread with a side salad) and the brisket sandwich with fries and mac&cheese. …
5 months ago
Could not find some things which were on the menu as we were told they were not available. Food was really nice but the quantities too small as compared to the money paid. Had to get more food after leaving the restaurant.The Amarula was lumpy at the bottom and could not finish it.
Features & Services
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers delivery
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Has free water refills
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves happy-hour food
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Has table service
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has gender-neutral toilets
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Popular with tourists
Transgender safe space
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Parking
Paid parking lot
Pets
Dogs allowed
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