What to order at Rands

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Braaied ribs with chakalaka and pap
Editor tip
Arrive by early afternoon on the first Sunday of the month, the busiest weekend of the calendar.
CuisineSouth African
Price$$
NeighborhoodKhayelitsha
HoursThu-Sat 10:00-23:00, Sun 10:00-22:00. Closed Mon-Wed.
The dishBraaied ribs with chakalaka and pap
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