Quick answer: Midweek is when many South African restaurants run deals to fill quiet tables. Listed examples in October 2026 include Radisson RED at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town with a three-course Wednesday dining experience at R350 per person throughout the month, Steers' Wacky Wednesday of two flame-grilled burgers for R69.90 (R59.90 to R69.90 by branch), and weekday offers such as Razzle@566's day-by-day deals in Boksburg. Most October offers ended between 27 and 31 October, so check the venue for November. Booking sites such as Dineplan and Eat Out list Wednesday offers by city.

Last updated: October 2026. Facts come from Capetowner (6 October 2026), Time Out Johannesburg, Food-blog.co.za's Wednesday specials page, Steers South Africa and third-party price guides. Offers change monthly. We could not verify a Wednesday deal at KFC, Wimpy or Chicken Licken.

Wednesday offers listed

CityVenueOfferNotes
Cape TownRadisson RED, V&A WaterfrontThree-course dinner, R350 per personThroughout October 2026
Cape TownThe Wicket Brewer, NewlandsMeal and drink pairings: Steak, Egg and Chips R185; Classic Burger R145; Sticky BBQ Wings R135Selected days to late October
NationalSteers (Wacky Wednesday)Two burgers for R69.90; some branches R59.90Chips extra; confirm your branch
JohannesburgRazzle@566, BoksburgDay-by-day deals (Thursday schnitzel R109 or two pizzas R189 listed)Check which day applies
NationalNando'sA 12-wing, chips and drink deal at R89.90 reported on Wednesdays by one siteUnofficial; confirm

How to find Wednesday specials in your area

  1. Use a booking site. Dineplan, Eat Out and Restaurant Week list offers by city and date.
  2. Check local roundups. Food-blog.co.za, Capetowner, Time Out and Secret Cape Town publish weekly lists.
  3. Check the restaurant's social pages. Midweek deals are often announced there first.
  4. Phone and ask. Ask what is on, when it ends and whether you must book.
  5. Check the end date. Many offers run for a month only.

Cost per course

Radisson RED's R350 for three courses is R116.67 per course. A Wicket Brewer burger at R145 is a single course. Steers' two burgers at R69.90 are R34.95 each. The table below compares by cost per person using the listed prices and an assumed R30 for a drink where none is included.

OptionPrice per personIncludes
Radisson RED Wednesday dinnerR350Three courses
Wicket Brewer steak, egg and chipsR185 (R215 with an assumed drink)One main
Steers Wacky Wednesday shared by twoR34.95 (R64.95 with chips and drink assumed)One burger each

Eating out for less

  • Book a midweek table when kitchens are quieter and offers apply.
  • Share starters and desserts.
  • Ask whether drinks are included.
  • Skip delivery apps when you can; they add fees.
  • If you drink, plan transport: the legal limit is 0.05 g per 100 ml of blood.

Planning a midweek dinner on a budget

A midweek dinner out can cost less than a weekend one, but only if you plan it. Start by deciding your maximum spend per person including drinks and tip, then look for an offer that fits. Check that the Wednesday deal is available for the time you want, because some run only early in the evening. Ask whether the deal is dine-in only, and whether it can be combined with a loyalty or bank reward. When you book, mention any dietary needs, since set menus are less flexible than a la carte.

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It also helps to think about total cost, not just the menu price. Parking, e-hailing, service charges for larger tables and drinks can add 20% to 40% to a set-menu price. A R350 three-course dinner can become R450 per person with a glass of wine and a tip. The table below shows how a simple budget might work with invented extras on top of the listed prices. 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.

Dinner for two (listed price plus invented extras)FoodDrinks and tip (assumed)Total
Radisson RED Wednesday, R350 eachR700R250R950
Wicket Brewer, two steak, egg and chips at R185R370R180R550
Steers Wacky Wednesday with chips and drinks (assumed R60 extra)R70R60R130

If your goal is a social night rather than a full meal, the casual options cost far less. If it is an occasion, a set menu at a hotel restaurant can still be reasonable per course.

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Lower prices and shorter waits.
  • A good way to try a higher-end restaurant.

Cons

  • Offers are short-lived and vary by city.
  • Limited menus.

Frequently asked questions

Which restaurants have Wednesday specials?

Radisson RED in Cape Town and Steers nationally are two verified examples from 2026.

How much is Wacky Wednesday?

R69.90 for two burgers on the Steers website; R59.90 at some branches.

Are these deals still valid?

Most October offers ended on 27 to 31 October 2026.

Do I need to book?

Often yes, for set menus.

Sources

  • Capetowner (6 October 2026): 7 restaurant specials to try in Cape Town this week
  • Time Out Johannesburg: best restaurant specials in Johannesburg
  • Food-blog.co.za: Wednesday restaurant specials, Cape Town 2026
  • Steers South Africa website and price guides