
John Dorys has developed a fantastic range of seafood-related items on its menu. Popular selections include a range of hake fish, sushi plates, and a number of grilled dishes as well.
Here is the latest John Dorys menu with prices:
Menu Item | Price (R) |
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Starters |
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Calamari Strips | 68.00 |
Mussel Bowl | 59.00 |
Fish Market |
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Calamari Strips | 129.00 |
Hake & Chips - 1 Piece | 79.00 |
Hake & Chips - 2 Piece | 109.00 |
Family Meal Deal | 199.00 |
Sole (180g) | 129.00 |
Kids Meals |
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200g Ribs | 63.00 |
Quarter Chicken | 52.00 |
Combos |
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Double Hake & Calamari Strips | 139.00 |
Sole & Calamari Strips | 115.00 |
Sole & Prawns | 129.00 |
Hake & Prawns | 119.00 |
1/4 Chicken & 400g Ribs | 159.00 |
Prawns & Platters |
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Ten JD's Prawns | 129.00 |
Fifteen JD's Prawns | 169.00 |
Coastal Platter | 129.00 |
John's Platter | 155.00 |
Sushi Menu |
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Bean Curd | 54.00 |
California Rolls (4 pieces) | 39.00 |
Sandwiches (2 pieces) | 39.00 |
Hake Nuggets | 45.00 |
Maki (3 pieces) | 39.00 |
Salmon Roses (3 pieces) | 69.00 |
Hand Roll | 59.00 |
Vegetarian Futomaki | 39.00 |
The Bomb (4 pieces) | 58.00 |
Prawn Tempura (3 pieces) | 58.00 |
Rainbow Rolls (4 pieces) | 58.00 |
Cucumber Rolls (4 pieces) | 58.00 |
Prawn Avalanche | 58.00 |
Prawn & Cheese Spring Rolls | 45.00 |
Strawberry & Cream Pudding | 54.00 |
Rose Parcels | 65.00 |
Vegetarian Rainbow Roll | 58.00 |
Tuna/Salmon Trio | 54.00 |
Samurai Salmon Rolls | 59.00 |
Tuna Roses | 49.00 |
Deep Fried Futomaki | 58.00 |
Nigiri | 45.00 |
Prawn Surprise | 58.00 |
Valentine Roll | 58.00 |
Tempura Rainbow Rolls | 58.00 |
Smoked Cali Rolls | 58.00 |
C&C Bombs | 58.00 |
Snow Crab Rolls | 58.00 |
Prawn Reload | 85.00 |
Caterpillar Roll | 58.00 |
Two Oceans Sushi Platter | 109.00 |
Maritime Platter | 279.00 |
Rainbow Warrior Platter | 125.00 |
Family Sushi Deal | 269.00 |
Desserts |
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Ice Cream & Bar-one Sauce | 36.00 |
Peppermint Tart | 39.00 |
John Dorys Menu Best Seller
John Dorys hasn’t grown to where they are today by serving up average seafood and sushi – quite the opposite really. And although their menu is relatively small, compared to some of the other seafood giants in South Africa such as the vast range of seafood on the menu at Ocean Basket, John Dorys menu still packs a flavourful punch.
If you’re looking to try out some of their most popular food from the get-go, you should look no further than their classic Hake & Chips combo. For just R79.00, you’ll get either tempura-battered or grilled hake fillet served with coleslaw and a healthy portion of chips as well. Delicious.

Hake is arguably the most popular fish to eat in South Africa, so there may be a high chance you’ve recently eaten it already. If that’s the case for you, switch it up a bit and try out John Dorys’ Calamari Strips. Fresh, perfectly battered, and paired with a tasty tartar sauce. Yum.
Are taste buds starting to get excited? Keep them in line because there’s more to come.
John Dorys has also spent a fair amount of time on its sushi menu, and they’ve certainly done well for themselves. It’s a minority, but the customers who visit John Dorys to enjoy their sushi are some of the most loyal and valuable because they keep coming back.
If you’re just starting out on their sushi menu, give the classic Rainbow and California Rolls a go – both excellent introductions to the wide range that lies ahead.
Of course, if you’re more the type to dive right in, they have plenty of sushi platters with samples of many styles to enjoy as well.
Sushi is quickly gaining in popularity across South Africa as well. Simply Asia, a Thai-style restaurant consistently opening new locations across the country, also has a great range of sushi to enjoy on its menu.
In the end, if different styles of fresh seafood are what you’re after, head down to your local John Dorys – you’ll be fantastically satisfied when you walk out their doors.
Menu Specials
If the prices of some of the items on the menu are a bit intimidating, John Dorys has you covered with a range of awesome specials you can enjoy.
Their most famous special, by far, is their Petite Hake & Chips for R35.00. Available all day, every day, and for takeaway, delivery, and call & collect as well. Perfect for a quick and tasty meal. If you’re after something a little more filling, you can make it a double R55.00

Here are some more specials on offer at John Dorys:
- 10 JDs Prawns – R89.00
- 15 JDs Prawns – R139.00
- 20 JDs Prawns – R159.00
- Sushi Wednesday – Maritime Platter (18pc) and get a FREE Two Oceans Sushi Platter (8pc) – R279.00
- Sushi Wednesday – 50% Off All Sushi
These promos may not be running at the store near you, so it’s best to give them a call beforehand to double check before heading down and ordering. To keep up with the latest specials, follow John Dorys on social media – links below.
About John Dorys
John Dorys has come a long way since its early beginnings in 1996, having now served millions of South Africans the delicious taste of the sea with a huge range of tasty seafood options.
On top of their delicious menu which keeps their customers coming back, they’ve striven to provide only the highest-quality service to everyone who walks through their doors. With staff often going the ‘extra mile to ensure customers consistently receive the best possible experience while dining’.
It can be quite easy to predict John Dorys future – so long as they keep doing what they’re doing, offering a quality menu at a quality price with above-average service, it’s likely that John Dorys will continue to add more restaurants to their already expansive network.
Conclusion
Still not sure what to order on your next visit to John Dorys? Why not send their team a message on social media and they’ll let you know what some of their most popular items currently are?
- https://www.facebook.com/JohnDorysSA/
- https://twitter.com/johndoryssa
- https://www.instagram.com/johndoryssa/
If, after all that, you’re still not certain if John Dorys is for you, then maybe it simply isn’t. Maybe you’ll be better off having a pizza at Debonairs instead.
Of course, feel free to ask any other questions you have in the comments below.
Enjoy your food!