Spit Braai Prices & Packages
Spit braai prices are quote on request — we publish Option 1, 2, 3 and budget chicken structure (not a fixed rate card). Market planning guide: entry/budget quote on request, mid quote on request, premium/wedding quote on request (midpoint ≈ quote on request). Minimum 40 guests. 50% non-refundable deposit. R300 travel levy beyond 40 km return from N1 City.
Minimum 40 guests · gas cook about 2 hours (traditional 7–8 hours) · 50% non-refundable deposit · R300 travel levy beyond 40 km return from N1 City
Package structure (quote on request)
We mirror a clear commercial package structure used by leading Western Cape spitbraai caterers — not a butcher price board and not invented fixed pp tables.
Option 1: Whole lamb
Whole lamb on the spit, marinated, with roast baby potatoes and onions.
- Whole lamb on the spit
- Roast baby potatoes and onions
Price: Quote on request.
Option 2: Whole lamb + sides
Whole lamb on the spit with roast baby potatoes and onions, garlic bread and two salads.
- Whole lamb on the spit
- Roast baby potatoes and onions
- Garlic bread
- Two salads (chosen on booking)
Price: Quote on request.
Budget option: Jumbo chicken
Jumbo chicken leg quarters roasted in the spitbraai machine, garlic bread and two salads.
- Jumbo chicken leg quarters, basted
- Garlic bread
- Two salads (chosen on booking)
Price: Quote on request.
Option 3: Premium salads
Whole lamb on the spit with roast potatoes and onions, garlic bread and three premium salads.
- Whole lamb on the spit
- Roast potatoes and onions
- Garlic bread
- Mixed leaf, caramelised pear, fig and gorgonzola salad
- Couscous, baby spinach, corn and chickpea salad
- Sweet potato salad with toasted coconut, nuts and mild curry dressing
Price: Quote on request.
Quote on request
Taurus does not publish a rand-per-person rate card. Choose Option 1, Option 2, the budget chicken option or Option 3, then request a written quote for your date and suburb. Minimum 40 guests. A 50% non-refundable deposit confirms the function. A travel levy of r300 is charged for any function exceeding a 40 km return trip from the n1 city area.
Package comparison
| Package | What's on the plate | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Option 1 | Whole lamb on the spit, marinated, with roast baby potatoes and onions. | Quote on request |
| Option 2 | Whole lamb on the spit with roast baby potatoes and onions, garlic bread and two salads. | Quote on request |
| Budget option | Jumbo chicken leg quarters roasted in the spitbraai machine, garlic bread and two salads. | Quote on request |
| Option 3 | Whole lamb on the spit with roast potatoes and onions, garlic bread and three premium salads. | Quote on request |
Standard salad choices (Option 2)
- Pap en Sous
- Traditional Greek salad
- Curry pasta salad
- Fresh carrot salad
- Fine coleslaw with pineapple and mayo dressing
Popular extras
- Cocktail Boerewors Rolls with Tomato & Onion Relish (starter)
- Roast chicken pieces cooked in the spitbraai machine
- Dessert: ice cream and chocolate sauce, homemade cheesecake, or fruit salad
- Crockery, cutlery and serviettes
- Dessert bowls and spoons (with dessert)
Commercial terms
- We cater from a minimum of 40 people up to large events across Western Cape / Greater Cape Town.
- Stainless-steel gas spitbraais cook a whole lamb in about 2 hours — versus 7–8 hours on a traditional fire — with no smoke or mess.
- A 50% non-refundable deposit confirms the function.
- A travel levy of r300 is charged for any function exceeding a 40 km return trip from the n1 city area.
- Eating time must be met as agreed on the booking.
- No cheques.
- Package prices are quote on request. We do not publish a rand-per-person rate card.
Ready to lock a date? book a spit braai with guest count (min 40) and package option.
FAQs
How much does spit braai catering cost per person?
We do not publish a fixed rand-per-person rate card. Your written quote confirms guest count (minimum 40), suburb, package option and extras. A 50% non-refundable deposit confirms the function. A travel levy of r300 is charged for any function exceeding a 40 km return trip from the n1 city area.
What is the minimum guest count?
Catering starts at 40 people and scales to large Western Cape functions.
How long does a whole lamb take on the gas spit?
About 2 hours on our stainless-steel gas spitbraais, versus 7–8 hours with a traditional fire.
What deposit do you need?
A 50% non-refundable deposit confirms the function.
Is there a travel levy?
Yes — a travel levy of R300 is charged for any function exceeding a 40 km return trip from the N1 City area.
How much is spit braai hire only?
Hire-only is quote on request. Confirm spit size, delivery suburb and optional operator on your quote. Minimum 40 guests. A travel levy of r300 is charged for any function exceeding a 40 km return trip from the n1 city area.
Do you accept cheques?
No. Deposit and balance as agreed on the quote (no cheques).
What is in Option 1, Option 2, Option 3 and the budget option?
Option 1 is whole lamb with roast baby potatoes and onions. Option 2 adds garlic bread and two salads (Pap en Sous, Greek, curry pasta, carrot, or pineapple coleslaw). The budget option is jumbo chicken leg quarters with garlic bread and two salads. Option 3 is whole lamb with garlic bread and three premium salads.