Cardoso Portuguese Kitchen & Bar

Proper Portuguese, in Ruimsig

Espetada, peri-peri chicken and Portuguese classics off the coals — plus platters, wood-fired pizza and a full bar. Come hungry.

Our menus

Three menus, one table

Prices and availability may vary — call 082 705 9091 for today’s specials. Not coming in? Order delivery or collection on Uber Eats.

Signature plates

The dishes we’re known for

Tomahawk Steak

Tomahawk Steak

Bone-in, 700–800g, expertly grilled and served with two sides.

R319
Frutos do Mar Gigante

Frutos do Mar Gigante

King, queen and medium prawns, calamari, mussels and fish — the ultimate seafood feast.

R1299
Grilled Chouriço

Grilled Chouriço

The original Portuguese sausage, straight off the grill.

R119
Cardoso Eisbein

Cardoso Eisbein

1kg pickled and grilled knuckle — a Cardoso favourite.

R249

From the kitchen

The espetada bar, the oven & the bar

The espetada bar
The espetada bar
The kitchen pass
The kitchen pass
The wood-fired oven
The wood-fired oven
The bar
The bar

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