Rick's Cafe Americain - Restaurant & Bar, Cape Town

01/06/2026

Every Wednesday at Rick’s, we celebrate El Jimador Tequila! 🍸
Enjoy 2 Margaritas made with El Jimador Blanco for only R100 –
all day long!
Grab your friends, sip, and make your Wednesday a little more festive.
Salud!

01/06/2026

Till the end of August we will be closed on Mondays!

But don’t worry, we’re moving our weekly specials around so you don’t miss out on them. Keep an eye on our socials for the updated schedule and we’ll see you soon 🍔✨

01/06/2026

Breaking news 🚨 Our famous burger special has moved to Tuesdays 🍔🔥
Same juicy deal, just a new day | Closed on Mondays: Until the end of August

Take today to rest up and start thinking about that first bite waiting for you at Rick’s tomorrow 😉

See you then.
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31/05/2026

Winter Hours Update ❄️
Just a heads up! We’re closed on Mondays during winter for some quick maintenance and touch-ups.
Our famous 2-for-1 Burger Special has moved to Tuesdays instead 🍔

31/05/2026

“Tuesday it's a "2 for 1" Burger day"

Tuesdays just got a whole lot better!
Join us for Two-for-One on ALL Burgers, ALL Day Long.
Yes — every single burger on the menu. Order one, get one FREE!
Whether you’re craving a classic beef burger, something cheesy and indulgent, or one of our signature creations, bring a friend (or just bring your appetite) and double the flavour for the price of one.
🔥 All burgers.
🔥 All day.
🔥 Every Tuesday this winter.
Because Tuesdays deserve something worth looking forward to.
See you at Rick's Cafe....

29/05/2026

Big cheers to Andree & the Woodstock Brewery team!
Rick’s has been proudly pouring Woodstock Beers on tap since we reopened in 2020. Come raise a glass with us on Kloof Street.

The trophy cabinet just got crowded. 🏆
African Beer Cup 2026 results are in!

🥇 Funky Monk’s – Gold + Best Beer in Africa
🥇 Californicator – Gold
🥇 Sweet Mary Jane – Gold
🥈 Happy Pills – Silver
🥈 Sugarman – Silver

Five medals and Africa’s top beer?
We’ll raise a glass to that.

29/05/2026

This Saturday at Rick’s, catch the soccer live while warming up with our Winter Special 🥃🔥
Grab 2 double Brandy & Cokes for only R90 all winter long.

Whether you’re here for the football, the atmosphere, or escaping the cold in Gardens, Rick’s is the place to be this Saturday.

📍Rick’s Café Americain | 🥃 Winter Special running until 31 August

27/05/2026

🎷 Looking for the perfect weekend plans?
Join us at Rick’s Cafe Americain for two nights of incredible live jazz!

🎶 Friday 29 May (7h30pm - 10h30pm): Catch Roy and the Rick’sters featuring the talented W***y van Zyl on saxophone and clarinet.
🎺 Saturday 30 May (8pm - 10pm): Keep the rhythm going with Ian Smith on trumpet, flugelhorn, and vocals.

Best of all?

Entrance is absolutely FREE! Grab a table, order your favorite drinks, and let the music take over. 🥂✨

📍 103 Kloof Street, Gardens

26/05/2026

The sound of Rick’s always pulls you in. See you this weekend for smooth jazz and good vibes. 🎷✨

25/05/2026

The ultimate showdown is here! 🏆

Catch Arsenal vs. PSG live at our bar this Saturday, 30.05.26 at 6pm. Grab a drink and something savory while you watch! 🍔🍻

Bookings: 021 424 1100

24/05/2026

We love hearing your feedback! 🍽️❤️
We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!

24/05/2026

Live Jazz this weekend
Get ready for a weekend of smooth rhythms and soulful melodies! 🎷✨ We’re bringing the magic of live jazz to Rick’s Café Americain this Friday and Saturday night.Whether you’re a jazz aficionado or just looking for the perfect vibe to kick off your weekend, we’ve got you covered with Roy and the Rick’sters and two incredible guest artists.The Lineup: Friday, 29 May | 19h30 - 22h30 Featuring W***y van Zyl on Saxophone 🎷 Saturday, 30 May | 20h00 - 23h00🎺Jan Smith on Trumpet, Flugelhorn and vocals📍 Location: 103 Kloof Street, Gardens🎟 Entrance: FREE📞 Please be early, only limited seats available - Join us for great drinks, better company, and the best jazz in town. See you there!

24/05/2026

Turn your lunch break into the best part of your day....at Rick's Cafe

23/05/2026

🥩 FATHER’S DAY GIVEAWAY AT RICK’S 🍷

Dad deserves more than just a “Happy Father’s Day” text this year… so we’re giving one lucky winner a beautiful steak lunch or dinner for their dad at Rick’s Café Américain!

Here’s how to enter:

• Follow us
• Like, Repost and Save this post
• Tag the siblings, cousins, or family members joining the Father’s Day celebration
• Share this post to your story for an extra entry 😉

Then head to the comments and tell us why your dad deserves the win using: 🥃

Winner announced on the 19th June, so save this post and come back to see if you won 👀

23/05/2026

About last night… 🍷

Rick’s bringing pure classic vibes, smooth jazz, good food, flowing cocktails, and the kind of atmosphere you never want to leave.

Pop in tonight for another evening of magic at Rick’s 🍸

22/05/2026

See you tonight at 7h30 pm 🎷✨🍷

21/05/2026

The “Tiki Boam” has arrived💥🥃

Meet our Cocktail of the Week: a perfectly balanced, tropical twist on premium scotch. We’ve shaken up Monkey Shoulder with a sweet touch of Amaretto, fresh pineapple, and lemon juice, served over a mountain of crushed ice. Finished with dried lemon and flaked almonds for that perfect crunch.

It’s bold, refreshing, and yours all week for just R95.

Come grab a seat at the bar this weekend... 🥃✨

21/05/2026

🎷 Skip the usual Friday routine...tomorrow night, we’ve got your plans sorted. 🍹

Kick off your weekend with the smooth sounds of Live Jazz @ The Bar! 🎶 Tomorrow, Friday 22 May, we are bringing you the incredible Roy And The Rick’sters, featuring the phenomenal W***y van Zyl on saxophone.

Whether you’re there for the world-class tunes, the vibrant energy, or a refreshing Aperol Spritz, it’s the perfect vibe to unwind and celebrate the weekend.

Entrance: Completely FREE!
Time: 7:30pm till 10:30pm

📍 Where: Rick’s Cafe Americain (Bar - Restaurant - Roof Terrace), 103 Kloof Street, Gardens

Spaces fill up fast, so grab your crew and get down early for a perfect evening on the roof terrace. See you there! 🙌✨

21/05/2026

Smooth. Smoky. Dangerously drinkable.
A perfect blend of Monkey Shoulder whisky and rich amaretto sweetness — crafted for nights worth remembering.
Come sip your new cocktail of the week for only R95
made with Monkey Shoulder, Amaretto, lemon and pinapple juice

20/05/2026

“Wednesday is Margarita Day” at Rick’s means double the tequila, double the vibes.

Every Wednesday, enjoy 2 El Jimador Blanco Margaritas for only R100 - all day long.

Grab your friends, sip something icy, and turn your Wednesday into a fiesta. Salud! 🍋✨

19/05/2026

Tuesday called… it wants you at Rick’s Cafe for steak and wine. 🥩🍷

Order any Steak and enjoy a FREE 250ml carafe of Haute Cabrière Pinot Noir (Unwooded) plus our famous Green Pepper Sauce… and trust us, there’s a reason everyone talks about it. 👀

18/05/2026

🍔🍔👀 2 FOR 1 BURGER SPECIAL ALL DAY on ALL burgers!
We didn’t mean to shout… but hopefully you heard us 😮‍💨🔥
Grab your burger buddy and meet us at Rick’s Cafe Americain 🍔🍟

17/05/2026

WINTER BRANDY SPECIAL @ RICK'S
Enjoy 2 Double Brandies & Coke for only R90
- All day • Every day • All winter long!
Please note: not available during Jazz Live performances.

14/05/2026

EVERYDAY Happy Hour at Rick’s🍸🍻

Join us at Rick’s from 15H00-18H00 & again from 22H00 till midnight for specials on Cocktails and Craft Beers on tap.