Braai

Braai reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New York City1 review

   3.0

   Dined on May 29, 2016

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   It was a nice place to go with my family. I don't know that it's really authentic South African cuisine. The food was great though. The service was slow, but the servers were nice and recommended wines to go along with your meal of choice.
   

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   lesb

   Fort Lauderdale68 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 24, 2016

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Good unusual food, good service. Worth going to.
   

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   Foodie16

   Coastal Georgia8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 26, 2016

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We decided to try something new while Visiting my daughter . We are glad we did . A very relaxing time. Food was excellent . Staff was attentive Definitely will eat here again
   

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4. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 24, 2016

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This place deserves rave reviews. Five star service, food, drinks and ambience.
   

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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Ottawa7 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on March 23, 2016

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   I visited this place with my South African girlfriend on our trip to NYC. She was thrilled to finally eat a restaurant that reminded her of "back home". Wow, this place was a disappointed and she was furious and embarrassed at the same time. I kept quiet because I knew there wasn't much that I could say. We were told that Koeksisters was unavailable for the night as was Boerewors. That's like going to McDonald's and them being out of burgers and fries. The food that we did have was decent, at best. The Ostrich Sliders were the bright stars while everything else fell flat. The Slap Chips were perhaps the most amazing and I don't mean that in the traditional sense; basically it was French Fries...actually it was. If you Google Slap Chips, you will notice them to be thick and "meaty" and drenched in vinegar. The service was OK. Not exactly warm and friendly but maybe more aloof. The pricing was what you'd expect in the Theatre District. Oh well. We thought we learned our lesson with South African cuisine and decided to double down and try Madiba in Brooklyn. Heavens me, it was worse - believe it or not! They too didn't have Koeksisters....what are the odds of that? I could see the smoke coming out of my girlfriend's ears when I bit into pumpkin fritters which were half cooked and half raw. What ensued was a debate as to which restaurant was better or worse. In this duel for last place, we voted Braai as the better place. Sorry Braai, I really did want this to work out well....
   

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   dancingshrimp

   Greater Boston12 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 19, 2016

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Great for pre-show dining. Menu has unique offerings. There was an extensive list of daily specials which I ordered from. My grilled calamari over arugula was excellent. The other guests enjoyed their meals. It would be nice if they had more vegetarian offerings.
   

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   Bahamas25 VIP

   New York City41 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 16, 2016

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Sparse decor but interesting menu and great service.
   

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   Lanlan

   Montreal2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 12, 2016

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   South African food is one of my son's favourite cuisines, so we decided to take him to this restaurant for his birthday dinner last Saturday, 12 March. After we ordered drinks and food, I discreetly ask Keame, our server (not sure if I spelt her name right) if she could arrange something special for my son as a surprise. At the end of the meal my son was presented a piece of their local desert cake with a fountain candle sparkler while the crew sang the birthday song in Afrikaan language. That just did it! On top of that we were very satisfied with the excellent food . I had the oxtail, my husband ordered seafood potje, my son had bobotje). Overall, the decor, ambiance and atmosphere made it a perfect setting for our special celebration. The wine selection slightly pricey but we found something familiar and to our liking. Thank you for the effort and gesture and for a memorable night! We be back next we're in NY!
   

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   JessicaD VIP

   Greater Boston44 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 6, 2016

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   We went here for dinner last night and the food was delicious! I had the avocado and rock lobster salad and my fiancé had a baked brie salad, both delicious. For our entrees we had the steak and ostrich special, both delicious. This is the second restaurant in a row we've been to (Medi, last weekend) that has an outdated menu online both for food and wine. Online they have an extensive South African wine list, with bottles starting at $30. At the restaurant, they only offered 10-15 bottles starting at $45. The service was slow, our waitress forgot our wine, but the food was delicious. Do not go if you are in a rush.
   

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10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2016

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4

    Braii has always been my go-to weekend brunch spot in the city. Whether you're just with a friend or in a group, the outstanding atmosphere, service, and South African cuisine is hard to beat! They also have a generous mimosa special for brunch!
    

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