Merak on Main

Merak on Main M E R AK

A FEELING OF BLISS AND THE SENSE OF ONENESS WITH THE UNIVERSE THAT COMES FROM THE SIMPLEST OF PLEASURES.

THE PURSUIT OF SMALL, DAILY PLEASURES THAT ALL ADD UP TO A GREAT SENSE OF HAPPINESS
AND FULFILLMENT.

A little heat, a lot of flavour.Red Thai Curry Mussels in a fragrant coconut cream sauce, served with warm flatbread.Joi...
11/02/2026

A little heat, a lot of flavour.

Red Thai Curry Mussels in a fragrant coconut cream sauce, served with warm flatbread.

Join us Tuesday to Thursday, 12–4pm 😋

Slow-cooked, shareable, and perfect for a Tuesday night ✨Tagine the way it’s meant to be enjoyed
09/02/2026

Slow-cooked, shareable, and perfect for a Tuesday night ✨
Tagine the way it’s meant to be enjoyed

Seafood Platter for Two 🦐🐟A generous spread of grilled hake, prawns, mussels and baby calamari tubes,served with couscou...
07/02/2026

Seafood Platter for Two 🦐🐟
A generous spread of grilled hake, prawns, mussels and baby calamari tubes,
served with couscous and a classic Greek salad.
Perfect for sharing

Friday nights at Merak are built slowly.Shared plates, warm light, conversations that linger.Join us tonight ❤️‍🔥
06/02/2026

Friday nights at Merak are built slowly.
Shared plates, warm light, conversations that linger.
Join us tonight ❤️‍🔥

03/02/2026

This is what Tuesday looks like at Leo’s.
Two burgers, chips, R150.
All day. Sit down. Stay awhile 🍻

Our nduju butter and lemon cream prawns 🍤 on our tapas menu becoming a firm favourite
31/01/2026

Our nduju butter and lemon cream prawns 🍤
on our tapas menu becoming a firm favourite

Valentine’s Day at Merak 🌹A special 3-course menu for the night.Relaxed, generous, and meant to be enjoyed properly.R395...
29/01/2026

Valentine’s Day at Merak 🌹
A special 3-course menu for the night.
Relaxed, generous, and meant to be enjoyed properly.

R395 per person
Two seatings:
5:00–7:30pm
8:00pm – close

STARTERS (choose one)
• Crispy risotto balls, garlic aioli
• Springbok carpaccio, pesto, shaved Parmesan & fig balsamic
• Salmon roses, delicately cured
• Crispy brinjals, zhoug, date syrup & tahini

MAINS (choose one)
• Moroccan lamb tagine, couscous & traditional sambals
• Wild mushroom risotto, truffle-infused cream
• Grilled hake, lemon & dill cream sauce
• Sushi platter, a curated selection of handcrafted sushi

DESSERT (choose one)
• Vanilla bean panna cotta, berry coulis & toasted almonds
• Lindt chocolate brownie, pistachio ice cream

Limited availability. Booking essential.

📍 Merak, 261 Main Rd, Walmer
📞 Book via DM or phone

A lighter way to start.Kudu carpaccio with pesto, fig balsamic, sourdough croutons and pecorino
24/01/2026

A lighter way to start.
Kudu carpaccio with pesto, fig balsamic, sourdough croutons and pecorino

MERAK — MEDITERRASIAN KITCHEN📍 Port ElizabethHEAD CHEF VACANCYMerak is looking for an experienced, hands-on Head Chef to...
22/01/2026

MERAK — MEDITERRASIAN KITCHEN
📍 Port Elizabeth

HEAD CHEF VACANCY

Merak is looking for an experienced, hands-on Head Chef to lead our kitchen team. We are a refined yet relaxed venue, known for a distinctive Mediterrasian menu that blends Mediterranean and Asian influences.

This role suits a confident leader who values quality, consistency, and creativity, and who wants to grow with an established brand.

What we’re looking for:
• 4–5 years’ experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef
• Strong leadership, organisation, and kitchen management skills
• Passion for menu development, training, and continuous improvement
• High standards for food quality, presentation, and hygiene
• Calm, reliable, and solution-focused under pressure
• Experience with cost control, stock management, and suppliers
• Interest in building a long-term career with Merak
• Driver’s licence and own transport preferred

📩 Apply with CV and references:
[email protected]

📍 Merak — 261 Main Rd, Walmer

Join a brand shaping a new standard of dining in the city.

Mussel linguini, fresh mussels, cherry tomatoes, garlic, chilli and olive oil.Part of our lunch menu, served Tuesday to ...
21/01/2026

Mussel linguini, fresh mussels, cherry tomatoes, garlic, chilli and olive oil.
Part of our lunch menu, served Tuesday to Thursday from 12–4pm.

Our lunch menu is back! 😋and it’s worth planning your day around.Join us Tuesday to Thursday, 12–4pm, for a proper sit-d...
19/01/2026

Our lunch menu is back! 😋
and it’s worth planning your day around.
Join us Tuesday to Thursday, 12–4pm, for a proper sit-down lunch at Merak.

Sundays are for slow lunches.Serving from 1–4pm 😋
18/01/2026

Sundays are for slow lunches.
Serving from 1–4pm 😋

Address

261 Main Road, Walmer
Gqeberha
6065

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12:00 - 22:00
Wednesday 12:00 - 22:00
Thursday 12:00 - 22:00
Friday 12:00 - 22:00
Saturday 12:00 - 22:00
Sunday 12:00 - 16:00

Telephone

+27410010969

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