Quick answer: Wednesday dinner deals in South Africa range from a two-burger Steers Wacky Wednesday at R69.90 (R59.90 to R69.90 by branch) to a three-course Wednesday dinner at Radisson RED at the V&A Waterfront for R350 per person through October 2026, with the Wicket Brewer in Newlands listing mains from R135 to R185. For a family of four, a shared deal such as two large pizzas at roughly R170 to R180 (unofficial prices at Pizza Hut and Roman's) costs about R45 per person, against R22.50 per person for a simple home-cooked dinner (our estimate). Use the tables below to match the deal to your group and budget.

Last updated: October 2026. Facts come from Capetowner (6 October 2026), Steers South Africa, and unofficial menu guides for Pizza Hut and Roman's. This article takes a dinner-planning angle; for a venue list by city see our Wednesday restaurant specials articles. Prices change monthly and several October offers ended on 31 October. Home-cooking costs are our invented estimates.

Wednesday dinner options at different budgets

Budget per personOptionListed priceSource quality
Under R40Steers Wacky Wednesday, one burger from a pairR34.95 each at R69.90 for two (chips extra)Official site
R45 to R60Shared two-large-pizza deal for fourR169.90 (Pizza Hut Double Deal) or R179.80 (Roman's) for two pizzasUnofficial guides
R135 to R185Casual sit-down main with a drink pairingWicket Brewer: wings R135, burger R145, steak, egg and chips R185Capetowner
R350Hotel three-course dinnerRadisson RED, V&A WaterfrontCapetowner
About R22Home-cooked family dinnerOur estimateInvented

Per course, the Radisson RED dinner costs R116.67 (R350 divided by three). Per person for a family of four sharing two large pizzas at R179.80, the cost is R44.95, before drinks and delivery.

Dinner for four: a worked comparison (invented extras)

Dinner for fourFoodExtras (assumed)TotalPer person
Two large pizzas (R179.80) plus a 1.5 L drink (R20) plus a side salad (R40)R179.80R60R239.80R59.95
Four Steers burgers on Wacky Wednesday (two orders of R69.90) plus chips (R90)R139.80R90R229.80R57.45
Sit-down mains at R145 each plus drinks (R120)R580R120R700R175.00
Home-cooked pasta bake, salad and garlic breadR90R10R100R25.00

Our calculation: a family that swaps one restaurant Wednesday a month (R700) for the pizza deal (R239.80) saves R460.20 a month, or about R5,522 a year. Swapping to home cooking saves R600 a month. The point is not to stop eating out, but to know what each option costs.

Choosing for the occasion

  1. Mid-week family dinner: a shared pizza or burger deal keeps the cost near R60 per person.
  2. Couples' night: a set menu such as Radisson RED's three courses gives structure and a predictable bill.
  3. Friends' catch-up: a casual place with mains from R135 to R185 and a drink pairing.
  4. Tired night: collect a deal rather than paying for delivery.

Practical checks

  • Confirm the offer's end date; most October offers ended on the 27th to 31st.
  • Ask whether children are included in set-menu pricing.
  • Alcohol is for 18 and older, and the driving limit is 0.05 g per 100 ml of blood.
  • Tell the restaurant about allergies when you book.

Making a mid-week dinner out feel worth it

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CheckersLatest circular, valid until 1 November 2026

The biggest mistake with mid-week dinners is treating them like weekend outings. A Wednesday is a work day for most people, so the evening needs to be simple: book a table close to home, choose a venue with parking or an easy ride, and keep the menu short. A two-course dinner is often enough, and many set menus let you choose between starter and dessert. For families, check whether children can order from a smaller menu and whether the restaurant has a play area or space for a pram. If you have to be up early, ask for a table in the early seating so you are home by 20:30. If you would rather cook at home this week, compare the latest Checkers catalogue, Pick n Pay catalogue and Take n Pay catalogue to see current supermarket specials in South Africa.

It also helps to decide the budget with your companion before you leave home. Agree on a total, for example R400 for two, then pick the deal that fits it with drinks included. If the bill ends up above your limit, trim the extras next time rather than skipping the dinner altogether. A reliable habit is to eat out on the cheapest deal night of the week, which is often Wednesday or Tuesday, and cook on the other nights. Over a month, one planned restaurant dinner at about R300 plus three home meals costs far less than four impulsive takeaways at R250 each.

Month plan (invented)Cost
One planned Wednesday deal dinner for twoR300
Eleven home-cooked dinners for two at R50R550
Total for twelve dinnersR850 (about R71 per dinner)
Compared with twelve takeaways at R250R3,000

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Wednesday deals fill a quiet night and keep costs predictable.
  • Sharing meals cut the per-person price a lot.

Cons

  • Offers are short-lived and sometimes dine-in only.
  • Delivery and drinks can add 30% or more.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cheapest Wednesday dinner deal?

Steers' Wacky Wednesday at R69.90 for two burgers, with chips extra.

Where is the three-course Wednesday dinner?

Radisson RED at the V&A Waterfront, R350 per person through October 2026.

Is a pizza deal cheaper than cooking?

No. Home cooking at about R25 per person (our estimate) is cheaper.

Do I need to book?

For set menus, usually yes.

Sources

  • Capetowner (6 October 2026): 7 restaurant specials to try in Cape Town this week
  • Steers South Africa website; unofficial Pizza Hut and Roman's menu guides (2026)