Open Daily 11am – Midnight   24 Heugh Rd, Walmer   041 587 5070
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Where good food meets great times.
Steaks, burgers, cocktails, and everything in between.

Open Daily11am – Midnight
Great FoodMade with passion
Good TimesAlways guaranteed

Welcome to St James

Nestled in the heart of Walmer, St James Restaurant & Cocktail Bar has been a favourite destination for locals and visitors alike. Whether you're here for a leisurely lunch, a family dinner, or a night out with friends, our doors are open and our kitchen is ready.

Our extensive menu spans the globe — from flame-grilled steaks and gourmet burgers to Thai curries, Italian pastas, and Mexican favourites. Pair your meal with one of our hand-crafted cocktails, a local craft beer, or a glass from our carefully curated wine list.

Dine In
Outdoor Seating
Fireplace
Free Wi-Fi
Cocktail Bar
Functions
The cocktail bar at St James, Walmer

What Our Guests Are Saying

Good food. Great atmosphere. Even better company.

★★★★★

“What a lovely place. Nice relaxed atmosphere, tasty food, fast, friendly service.”

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Eugene A.
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★★★★★

“Food on point and the endless list of cocktails has you experimenting all night long!”

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Tehillah K.
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★★★★★

“Always a great place to visit… Great atmosphere, staff is always so friendly as well.”

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Nadine S.
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★★★★★

“What a lovely restaurant! We were a big group… the food was delicious and a feast for the eyes.”

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Yolande C.
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★★★★★

“The staff was knowledgeable about the menu and provided helpful recommendations.”

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Lori
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★★★★★

“Awesome Experience, food was amazing, waitress good! Loved it!! Will definitely go back!!”

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Stephen
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★★★★★

“Very good spot to stop for lunch… The staff was friendly and helpful and the restaurant was clean and comfortable.”

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Jim H.
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★★★★★

“Very good and tasty, excellent price! I recommend this restaurant!”

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Martin Durand
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★★★★★

“Great restaurant for a night out… They play good music and the food is to die for. So delicious, yet very affordable.”

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Platters & Sharing Boards

Made for groups, functions and long tables — generous boards piled high and built to share.

The Meat Lovers Board

The Meat Lovers Board

R320

BBQ ribs 500g, chicken wings x8, crumbed chicken strips

Pizza & Bites Sharing Board

Pizza & Bites Board

R390

Pizza Capo, Pizza Mexican, tempura avocado, crumbed mushrooms

Mixed Grill Board

Mixed Grill Board

R460

Sliced 300g rump, BBQ ribs 500g (half), chicken wings (8), onion rings, cajun fries

Fiery Cajun Board

Fiery Cajun Board

R340

Three chilli poppers, cajun chicken strips, cajun fries, peri-peri wings, cajun calamari

Seafood Snack Board

Seafood Snack Board

R420

Ten prawns, calamari strips, hake, mussels, lemon wedges, onion rings

Serves 3–4
Snack Board

Snack Board

R360

Chilli poppers, crumbed mushrooms, chicken strips, tempura avo fries, cajun fries, onion rings

Veggie Garden Board

Veggie Garden Board

R320

Tempura avocado fries, crumbed mushrooms, three chilli poppers, crumbed camembert, side Greek salad

Vegetarian Board

Vegetarian Board

R370

Crumbed mushrooms, tempura avo fries, five cheese pizza, chilli poppers, side Greek salad

Cheese & Charcuterie Board Large

Cheese & Charcuterie — Large

R350

Salami, smoked meats and ham, brie and soft cheeses, toasted bread, savoury biscuits, olives

Cheese & Charcuterie Board Medium

Cheese & Charcuterie — Medium

R195

The same favourites on a smaller board — perfect for two to share

Function Rooms

Two private rooms for birthdays, work functions and celebrations — your own space, your own crowd.

The Whiskey Room at St James

The Whiskey Room

R150Room hire
Seats 8 – 24 guests
  • Warm wood-panelled room with its own fireplace
  • TV with YouTube & internet for slideshows or the game
  • Come in earlier to set up your own decor
  • Fully private — the room is yours for the evening
The Champagne Private Dining Room at St James

Champagne Room

R300Room hire
Seats 12 – 50 guests
  • Private dining room with its own enclosed balcony
  • TV with YouTube & internet for slideshows or the game
  • Come in earlier to set up your own decor
  • Fully private — the room is yours for the evening

The booking fee is paid on the night — no deposit needed to reserve your date.
Ask us about platters and sharing boards for the table.

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Ready to Dine?

Reserve your table and let us take care of the rest.