Barcelos is known in South Africa for flame-grilled chicken, peri-peri flavour and meals that range from a quick wrap to a full family pack. This guide covers the current national menu prices reviewed on 29 September 2026. It also compares selected Bedfordview delivery prices so that you can see how much branch and online pricing may change the total.
The national menu is the best starting point for comparing products, but Barcelos clearly notes that regional and online prices can differ. Treat every amount below as a planning figure. Confirm the price shown by your chosen branch before paying, especially when ordering through a delivery service.
Barcelos menu price overview
| Menu section | Typical national price |
|---|---|
| Chicken feasts | R29.90-R110.90 |
| Burgers and wraps | R42.90-R99.90 |
| Family meals | R138.90-R359.90 |
| Salads | R36.90-R64.90 with chicken |
| Sides | R19.90-R36.90 |
| Poppers | R29.90-R49.90 |
| Desserts and shakes | R29.90-R39.90 |
A single diner can build a satisfying meal for roughly R50 to R100 at national menu prices. Family packs start below R140 and rise to R359.90. Delivery prices may be considerably higher, so compare the food subtotal rather than assuming the same advertised price applies everywhere.
Popular Barcelos deals and prices
| Deal | National price |
|---|---|
| Tasty Twins | R65.90 |
| Quarter Chicken, Fries and Garlic Roll | R65.90 |
| Love Triangle, three wraps | R129.90 |
| Double Delicious and Fries | R95.90 |
| Mega Ayoba | R99.90 |
| Cheesy Loaded Fries | R44.90 |
| Cheesy Loaded Wrap | R50.90 |
| Chicken and Feta Wrap | R46.90 |
| Chicken Slaw Wrap | R42.90 |
These deals cover several different appetites. Tasty Twins is useful when two smaller items are easier to share. The quarter chicken meal gives a more traditional plate with fries and a garlic roll. Love Triangle is designed around three wraps, which makes it convenient for a small group or for diners who want several handheld portions.
Double Delicious and Mega Ayoba sit near the R100 mark. Look at the included components before deciding which offers better value for you. A lower price does not always mean a smaller final bill if you still need to add fries or a drink. The loaded fries and wraps work well as lower-cost choices, although a hungry diner may want a side.
Chicken feast prices
| Chicken choice | On its own | With one side | With side and drink |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quarter chicken | R45.90 | R55.90 | R65.90 |
| Half chicken | R90.90 | R100.90 | R110.90 |
| Chicken livers | R39.90 | R49.90 | R59.90 |
| Chicken strips | R29.90 | R39.90 | R49.90 |
The feast structure makes comparison simple. Adding one side costs R10 in these combinations, and adding the drink takes the total another R10 higher. If you already have a drink at home, the middle option can be the sensible choice. If you need a complete takeaway meal, the final column gives a clearer budget.
Quarter chicken is the practical entry point for flame-grilled chicken. Half chicken provides twice the chicken for R45 more on its own, so it can suit a large appetite or two light eaters. Livers are softer and richer, while strips are easy to eat and begin at the lowest price in this group.
Burger, shawarma and wrap prices
| Item | On its own | With one side | With side and drink |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shawarma | R69.90 | R79.90 | R89.90 |
| Cheese burger | R55.90 | R65.90 | R75.90 |
A vegetarian version may carry a R10 adjustment, depending on the selection and branch. Confirm the exact filling during checkout. The cheese burger is cheaper than the shawarma across all three combinations, while the shawarma offers a different bread, filling and eating style.
The Chicken Slaw Wrap at R42.90 is the least expensive named wrap in the current set. Chicken and Feta costs R46.90, while Cheesy Loaded costs R50.90. The small gaps mean filling preference matters more than price alone. Slaw gives crunch and freshness, feta adds saltiness, and the cheesy option is richer.
Barcelos family meal prices
| Family meal | What it includes | National price |
|---|---|---|
| Half Pack | Half chicken, two single sides and two rolls | R138.90 |
| Family Chicken Meal | Whole chicken and four rolls | R149.90 |
| Thumbs Up | Whole chicken, coleslaw and spicy rice or pap | R189.90 |
| Family Pack | Whole chicken, two sharing sides and four rolls | R274.90 |
| Super Family Pack | Two whole chickens, two sharing sides and six rolls | R359.90 |
Half Pack is designed for a smaller household or two hungry diners. Family Chicken Meal keeps the order simple but includes no listed side, so it suits customers who already have vegetables, salad or starch at home. Thumbs Up adds two substantial side elements and gives a more complete meal.
Family Pack is the balanced option for a group because it includes chicken, sides and rolls. Super Family Pack doubles the chicken but does not double the sides. That can be useful for a meat-focused group, although a larger party may need an extra sharing side or garlic loaf.
A Pepsi 2L can be added for R25 and a garlic loaf for R19.90 at the national price reviewed. Those extras take the Super Family Pack from R359.90 to R404.80. Calculate additions before ordering so that an advertised pack price does not hide the true meal cost.
How to choose the right family pack
Start with the number of adults, children and large appetites. Half a chicken with two sides may serve two light eaters, but it may only serve one very hungry adult. A whole chicken is easier to divide among three or four people, particularly when the order has enough starch, salad and bread.
Choose Family Chicken Meal when value and chicken quantity matter most and you can supply sides at home. Choose Thumbs Up when you want a ready combination with coleslaw and a filling starch. Choose Family Pack when everyone needs a balanced plate. Super Family Pack works for a larger table or when leftovers are useful.
Ask the group about heat before placing one large chicken order. A shared meal becomes difficult if half the diners find the sauce too hot. Where a branch allows it, divide flavours between chicken portions or select a mild option and keep hotter sauce separate.
Barcelos flavour and heat choices
The listed flavour ladder includes Tangy Lemon, Prego, Mild Peri, Veri Peri and Supa Peri. Tangy Lemon is the gentlest starting point for diners who want citrus and seasoning without strong heat. Prego has a savoury sauce character. Mild Peri introduces chilli while remaining approachable for many customers.
Veri Peri brings a stronger burn and Supa Peri is intended for heat lovers. Heat tolerance differs greatly, so names should be treated as guidance rather than a guarantee. Children and cautious diners usually benefit from Tangy Lemon or a sauce served separately.
Flame grilling adds roasted flavour regardless of heat level. This matters because choosing a gentle sauce does not make the chicken plain. If several people share one order, buy the mildest common choice and add hotter table sauce to individual portions.
Salad prices
| Salad | Base price | With chicken |
|---|---|---|
| Garden Salad | R36.90 | R54.90 |
| Mediterranean Salad | R46.90 | R64.90 |
Chicken costs R18 as an add-on in the reviewed national menu. Garden Salad is the lower-cost vegetable side, while Mediterranean Salad adds R10 to the base. With chicken, either can become a lighter main rather than an accompaniment.
For delivery, request dressing separately when possible. This helps leaves stay crisp and lets each diner control the amount. Check ingredients directly with the branch if allergies, dairy avoidance or strict dietary needs matter, because recipes and preparation areas can change.
Poppers and snack prices
| Poppers | Five pieces | Ten pieces |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Poppers | R29.90 | R49.90 |
| Cheesy Jalapeño Poppers | R29.90 | R49.90 |
Ten pieces cost R20 more than five, so the larger portion has a lower cost per piece. Five pieces work as a personal snack or small shared add-on. Ten are easier to divide around a table and can supplement a family meal without ordering another full main.
Chicken poppers suit diners who want familiar protein. Cheesy jalapeño poppers are richer and may have a chilli kick. If ordering both, keep the containers clear for anyone who avoids cheese or heat.
Side prices
| Side | Single | Sharing |
|---|---|---|
| Fries | R19.90 | R36.90 |
| Pap and relish | R19.90 | R36.90 |
| Spicy rice | R19.90 | R36.90 |
| Coleslaw | R19.90 | R36.90 |
All four sides share the same price, so choose by texture and the rest of the meal. Fries are familiar and travel reasonably well over a short distance. Pap and relish provide a comforting local combination. Spicy rice makes a filling base, while coleslaw adds a cool, crisp contrast to grilled chicken.
A sharing side costs R3 less than buying two single portions. The saving is small, but the larger container can be easier for a family meal. Separate single sides are useful when diners want different choices or when portions must remain clearly divided.
Dessert and milkshake prices
| Sweet item | National price |
|---|---|
| Chocolate Brownie | R29.90 |
| Malva Pudding | R29.90 |
| Lemon Cheesecake | R39.90 |
| Regular Milkshake | R29.90 |
| Large Milkshake | R39.90 |
Brownie and malva pudding share the lowest dessert price. Lemon cheesecake costs R10 more. Milkshake pricing follows the same R29.90 and R39.90 pattern, making the size upgrade easy to calculate.
Warm desserts may travel differently from chilled cheesecake or a milkshake. For a long delivery trip, consider whether melting, condensation or temperature will affect the experience. A dessert ordered at the restaurant avoids some of those problems.
Bedfordview delivery price comparison
| Item | National menu | Bedfordview delivery |
|---|---|---|
| Quarter chicken | R45.90 | R67 |
| Half chicken | R90.90 | R132 |
| Family Chicken Meal | R149.90 | R217 |
| Thumbs Up | R189.90 | R275 |
| Family Pack | R274.90 | R399 |
| Super Family Pack | R359.90 | R522 |
| Mega Ayoba | R99.90 | R145 |
The comparison shows why location matters. Bedfordview delivery prices in the reviewed listing are roughly 45 percent above the national figures for several matching items. That difference appears before service, delivery and small-order fees are added.
This does not mean every branch uses the Bedfordview amounts. It demonstrates the possible gap between a broad national menu and one delivery storefront. Enter your address first, select the exact branch and check the live basket before relying on any total.
Breakfast prices at Bedfordview
| Breakfast item | Delivery price |
|---|---|
| Mini Breakfast | R65 |
| Cheesy Egg and Chicken Pita | R87 |
| Drifter Breakfast | R110 |
Breakfast availability can be branch specific and time limited. The Bedfordview listing provides three useful price points: a small entry meal, a filled pita and a larger breakfast. Confirm service hours before planning an early order.
Delivery breakfast can cost more once a drink and fees are included. If value is the main goal, compare the complete basket with collection. If convenience matters more, the delivery premium may still make sense.
Example budgets for one person
A basic national order could be chicken strips with a side for R39.90. A quarter chicken with a side costs R55.90, while adding the drink brings it to R65.90. A cheese burger meal with side and drink is R75.90, and a shawarma combination is R89.90.
For a meal near R100, Mega Ayoba costs R99.90 and Double Delicious with fries costs R95.90. A half chicken with side is R100.90, which may provide more food than one diner needs. The best value depends on whether you prefer chicken on the bone, a handheld meal or variety.
Add dessert carefully. A R29.90 brownie turns a R65.90 quarter chicken meal into R95.80. A R39.90 cheesecake takes it to R105.80. Delivery fees can move either total higher, so keep a separate allowance for checkout charges.
Example budgets for couples and families
Two people can share Half Pack at R138.90 if its chicken and sides match their appetites. Adding two regular shakes takes the food total to R198.70. Another approach is two quarter chicken meals with side and drink for R131.80, which keeps portions separate.
A household wanting one whole chicken but supplying its own sides can start with Family Chicken Meal at R149.90. Thumbs Up at R189.90 adds coleslaw plus rice or pap. Family Pack at R274.90 offers two sharing sides and four rolls, reducing the need to prepare anything else.
For a larger group, Super Family Pack plus a garlic loaf and 2L Pepsi costs R404.80 at the reviewed national figures. At the Bedfordview delivery price, the pack alone was R522 before additions and fees. That gap makes branch checking essential for a group budget.
How to compare value properly
First compare like with like. A chicken-only price should not be measured against a meal that includes a side, roll and drink. Write down every component you actually need, then add the full cost. This prevents a cheaper headline item from becoming the more expensive basket.
Second, consider edible quantity. A whole chicken can be economical for several people, but only when the group will eat the pieces and selected flavour. Wraps and burgers provide predictable individual portions. Family packs reduce packaging and make sharing easier.
Third, include convenience. Collection may save platform charges and can keep fries crisper. Delivery saves travel time. Neither is automatically better; the useful comparison is the final amount and experience for your situation.
Ordering for children and mild eaters
Choose Tangy Lemon or another gentle option and ask for hot sauce separately. Chicken strips, fries and a mild wrap are easy choices for many children, but parents should still confirm ingredients and portion size. A regular milkshake adds sugar and can make the meal more filling.
For a family pack, avoid selecting one very hot flavour for the entire chicken unless everyone agrees. If the branch can split flavours, use that option. Otherwise, order mild chicken and give heat lovers a separate sauce.
Vegetarian and lighter choices
The reviewed menu includes garden and Mediterranean salads, cheesy jalapeño poppers, sides and possible vegetarian versions of selected handheld meals. Availability and preparation can vary. Ask the branch whether a product is suitable for your dietary needs and whether it shares cooking equipment with meat.
A Garden Salad with chicken costs R54.90, while Mediterranean with chicken is R64.90. Without chicken, they cost R36.90 and R46.90. Coleslaw can add freshness to a grilled meal, and spicy rice or pap can replace fries when you want a different starch.
Allergy and ingredient questions
Menu names do not provide enough detail for a serious allergy. Ask about marinades, sauces, bread, cheese, dressings and shared preparation surfaces. Garlic rolls and wraps contain ingredients that may matter for gluten or dairy avoidance. Poppers and fries may use shared fryers.
For delivery, put the request in the order note and contact the branch directly when the risk is significant. A note alone may not guarantee safe preparation. People with medical dietary needs should rely on current information from the restaurant handling the order.
Collection versus delivery
Collection gives you direct control over timing and may offer lower prices. It is particularly useful for fries, rolls and other items that lose texture during a long trip. Check the order before leaving so missing sauces or sides can be corrected quickly.
Delivery is convenient for groups, bad weather and busy evenings. The trade-off is a higher menu price at some branches, plus platform fees. Follow the driver map and be ready to receive the food so chicken does not sit outside and cold items remain chilled.
How to keep takeaway food at its best
Open steam vents on fried food containers when safe to do so, because trapped moisture softens fries and poppers. Keep cold salad separate from hot chicken. Serve rolls quickly, and transfer family sides into bowls so portions are easier to share.
Refrigerate leftovers promptly in clean containers. Reheat cooked chicken thoroughly and only as much as you plan to eat. Sauces and salads may have different storage limits, so use judgement and discard food that has remained warm for too long.
Ways to spend less
Check whether a current deal already includes the side or drink you intended to buy. Use family meals when the portions suit the group, and avoid automatically adding extras. A 2L drink is often cheaper for several people than separate drinks, although water at home costs less.
Compare collection with delivery after entering the same items. Platform promotions can help, but minimum spends and service fees may cancel the saving. Order enough for the meal rather than chasing a discount that creates waste.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a quarter chicken at Barcelos?
The reviewed national price is R45.90 on its own, R55.90 with one side and R65.90 with a side and drink. Bedfordview delivery listed quarter chicken at R67 on its own, showing that branch and channel prices differ.
How much is the Barcelos Family Pack?
The national Family Pack is R274.90 and includes one whole chicken, two sharing sides and four rolls. The reviewed Bedfordview delivery listing showed R399 before fees.
What is the price of the Super Family Pack?
The national price is R359.90 for two whole chickens, two sharing sides and six rolls. Bedfordview delivery listed it at R522.
Does Barcelos have mild chicken?
Yes. Tangy Lemon is the gentlest named option, followed by choices including Prego and Mild Peri. Ask the branch for advice because perceived heat differs by person.
Are online prices the same as restaurant prices?
Not always. Regional, branch and online prices can differ. The Bedfordview comparison shows a material delivery premium on several items.
What is the cheapest listed side?
Fries, pap and relish, spicy rice and coleslaw are all R19.90 for a single portion at the national prices reviewed.
Can I order for a vegetarian?
There are salads, sides and cheesy jalapeño poppers, and some branches may offer vegetarian handheld choices. Confirm ingredients and shared cooking arrangements with the branch.
Which pack is suitable for two people?
Half Pack is the clearest starting point at R138.90, with half chicken, two single sides and two rolls. Appetite and preferred portions should guide the final choice.
Final ordering advice
Use the national prices to understand the menu, then verify the exact branch total. Decide on flavour, portion size and sides before opening the delivery app. For a group, agree on heat level and count how many rolls and side portions are included.
Barcelos offers useful choices at several budgets, from R29.90 snacks to a R359.90 national family pack. The strongest order is the one that fits the number of diners and includes everything they will actually eat. Check the live basket one last time, including fees, before paying.
Keep the receipt until every item has been checked. Confirm the chicken portion, chosen flavour, sides, rolls, drinks and paid extras as soon as the order arrives. Reporting a missing item quickly gives the branch or delivery platform the best chance to resolve it while the order details are still easy to verify.
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