Prices researched from Simply Asia’s official numbered menu system and cross-referenced where possible. Actual prices may vary by branch.
Simply Asia Menu Prices in South Africa
Quick answer: Simply Asia’s cheapest menu item is the Custard Steam Bun at R17.00. Main noodle and curry dishes generally range from R75 to R105, and sushi rolls range from R32 to R99 for a full platter.
Table of Contents
- Starters
- Thai Specialities
- Mains with Noodles
- Soups
- Sides
- Desserts
- Kids Menu
- Sushi
- Most Popular & Best Value Items
- Specials & Discount Days
- Vegetarian, Vegan & Halal Options
- How Simply Asia Compares to Other Chains
- FAQs
Simply Asia was founded by Thai national Chai Lekcharoensuk, who opened the first Wang Thai restaurant in Cape Town in 1993 after finding the existing Thai food options in South Africa didn’t match what he’d grown up with. The chain was renamed Simply Asia roughly a decade later and has since grown to 50+ locations nationwide. This guide covers current Simply Asia menu prices in South Africa across every category, cross-checked against the brand’s official numbered menu system for accuracy.
Starters
Simply Asia’s starters cover the usual Thai and pan-Asian favourites (spring rolls, dumplings, and satay) alongside a few less common picks like Thai Chicken Cake and Thai Beef Cake. Portions are sized for sharing rather than a solo starter, so ordering two or three between a group of four is typical. The Custard Steam Bun and Chicken Filled Bun are the cheapest items on this list and work well as a light bite rather than a full starter if you’re pacing yourself before a main.
| Menu Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Custard Steam Bun | R17.00 |
| Chicken Filled Bun | R19.00 |
| Duck Filled Bun | R22.00 |
| Duck Spring Rolls | R34.00 |
| Vegetable Spring Rolls | R39.00 |
| Sweet Corn Cakes | R39.00 |
| Spinach Dumplings | R39.00 |
| Chicken Spring Rolls | R48.00 |
| Thai Chicken Cake | R49.00 |
| Chicken Satay | R52.00 |
| 6-Piece Combo Platter | R56.00 |
| Thai Beef Cake | R59.00 |
| Prawn Spring Rolls | R59.00 |
| Chicken and Prawn Steamed Dumplings | R65.00 |
| Fried Thai Tempura Prawns | R69.00 |
Thai Specialities
This is where Simply Asia’s curry and stir-fry range lives, served with a choice of rice (steamed, egg fried, or garlic fried, ordered separately from the Sides section). Green Curry and Red Curry sit at the top of the price range at R97.00 and are consistently the two most-ordered curries according to independent reviews, while Basil & Chilli Stir-Fry is the cheaper entry point at R75.00. Spice level is adjustable across this entire category (standard, medium, or hot) so don’t assume “Chilli” in a dish name means it can’t be toned down.
| Menu Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Roasted Duck in Flavoured Soya Sauce | R79.00 |
| Basil & Chilli Stir-Fry | R75.00 |
| Black Pepper Sauce Stir-Fry | R76.00 |
| Brinjals Stir-Fry | R77.00 |
| Roasted Chilli Tamarind Duck | R82.00 |
| Sweet & Sour Stir-Fry | R82.00 |
| Crumbed Chicken Tom Yum | R82.00 |
| Roasted Chilli Paste Stir-Fry | R85.00 |
| Honey Chicken or Duck | R95.00 |
| Thai Yellow Chicken or Duck with Salsa | R95.00 |
| Massaman Curry | R95.00 |
| Green Curry | R97.00 |
| Red Curry | R97.00 |
Mains with Noodles
The noodle menu is Simply Asia’s largest category and the one most associated with the brand: the Traditional Phad Thai and the various ramen options are consistently cited as customer favourites. Prices cluster tightly between R76 and R99 for most dishes, with the Duck or Chicken with Five Spice Oyster Sauce as the one outlier at R105.00. If you’re ordering for a group with mixed spice tolerance, the Sweet Soya Noodles and Linguine Basil are the mildest options on this list.
| Menu Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Phuket Noodles | R76.00 |
| Tom Yum Linguine | R76.00 |
| Linguine Basil | R77.00 |
| Large Rice Noodles | R78.00 |
| Red Sauce Noodles | R78.00 |
| Sweet Soya Noodles | R79.00 |
| Curry Noodles | R79.00 |
| Tender Duck or Chicken in Peanut Sauce | R82.00 |
| Yaki Noodles | R85.00 |
| Roasted Chilli Pasta and Cashew Nut Noodles | R84.00 |
| Thai Green Curry Pesto Noodles | R89.00 |
| Tom Yum Peanut | R92.00 |
| Thai Style Noodles | R94.00 |
| Traditional Phad Thai | R95.00 |
| Yellow Noodles in Peanut Sauce | R95.00 |
| Crumbed Chicken in Tamarind Sauce | R95.00 |
| Liguine Green Curry | R99.00 |
| Five Spice Ramen Noodle | R99.00 |
| Thai Spice Ramen Noodle | R99.00 |
| Duck or Chicken with Five Spice Oyster Sauce | R105.00 |
Soups
Only three soups are on the menu, all priced within R2 of each other. Tom Yum is the classic hot-and-sour choice and the most-ordered of the three, while Coconut Soup is the milder, creamier alternative if spice isn’t the goal.
| Menu Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Tom Yum Soup | R49.00 |
| Consomme | R49.00 |
| Coconut Soup | R51.00 |
Sides
Rice and side noodle orders are separate from the mains above, so factor these in when working out a total meal cost. Steamed Rice is the cheapest side on the menu at R15.00, while Egg Fries Yellow Noodles is the most substantial at R28.00, worth choosing over the plain fried noodles if you want a heavier side to share.
| Menu Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Steamed Rice | R15.00 |
| Roti | R16.00 |
| Egg Fried Rice | R20.00 |
| Fried Garlic Rice | R22.00 |
| Fried Noodles | R24.00 |
| Mixed Veg | R25.00 |
| Egg Fries Yellow Noodles | R28.00 |
Desserts
Desserts lean heavily on roti-based options alongside a couple of Thai-specific sweets. Roti with Condensed Milk and Brown Sugar Sprinkle is the cheapest dessert at R30.00, while Thai Angels and the Thai Chocolate Brownie are the two priciest options at R44.00 each.
| Menu Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Roti with Condensed Milk and Brown Sugar Sprinkle | R30.00 |
| Fried Banana | R33.00 |
| Roti with Banana and Condensed Milk | R33.00 |
| Chocolate Spring Rolls | R37.00 |
| Coconut Cake | R37.00 |
| Thai Angels | R44.00 |
| Thai Chocolate Brownie | R44.00 |
Kids Menu
The kids menu is short by design: three options, each built around a milder version of a main-menu dish. Yellow Noodles with Crumbed Chicken is the most substantial and closest to an adult portion, while the Fried Chicken or Beef Cake is the smaller, simpler choice for younger kids.
| Menu Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Fried Chicken or Beef Cake | R44.00 |
| Egg Fried Rice and Calamari Rings | R49.00 |
| Yellow Noodles Crumbed Chicken | R55.00 |
Sushi
Sushi is arguably Simply Asia’s second identity alongside its Thai mains, with 50+ individual rolls, nigiri, and platter options. Rather than list every item here, this section covers the most-searched picks and platter options: see the linked Sushi Menu page for the complete breakdown. Maki rolls (6 pieces) are the cheapest entry point starting at R32.00, while the numbered platters (Menu A through Menu F) are built for sharing and scale from R89.00 up to R189.00 for the largest option.
| Menu Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Avocado Maki (6 pieces) | R32.00 |
| Cucumber Maki (6 pieces) | R32.00 |
| Prawn Nigiri (2 pieces) | R32.00 |
| Prawn Maki (6 pieces) | R39.00 |
| Salmon Nigiri (2 pieces) | R38.00 |
| Vegetarian Inside-Out Roll (4 pieces) | R36.00 |
| Salmon Maki (6 pieces) | R47.00 |
| Tuna Maki (6 pieces) | R47.00 |
| Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Maki (6 pieces) | R56.00 |
| Tuna Sushi (4 pieces) | R69.00 |
| Salmon Sushi (4 pieces) | R72.00 |
| Seared Salmon Sushi (4 pieces) | R72.00 |
| California Special (4 Pieces) | R73.00 |
| Menu A (6 piece salmon platter) | R89.00 |
| Menu B (8 Piece Mixed Platter) | R89.00 |
| Menu C (10 Piece Vegetarian Platter) | R99.00 |
| Menu D (10 Pieces) | R129.00 |
| Menu F (12 Pieces) | R159.00 |
| Menu E (15 Pieces) | R189.00 |
See the full Simply Asia sushi menu with prices for every roll, nigiri, and hand roll option.
Most Popular & Best Value Items
For noodle mains, cost-per-dish sits in a tight R76–R99 band regardless of protein, so the real value differentiator is portion satisfaction rather than price: the Traditional Phad Thai (R95.00) is consistently the most-ordered dish and a reasonable default if you’re new to the menu. On sushi, Menu C (10-Piece Vegetarian Platter, R99.00) works out to R9.90 per piece, noticeably cheaper per piece than ordering individual maki rolls at R47–R56 for 6 pieces (roughly R7.80–R9.30 per piece), meaning the platters aren’t just about variety, they’re close to the same per-piece cost as individual rolls once you factor in the mix of items included.
Specials & Discount Days
Simply Asia runs branch-specific sushi discounts rather than a single nationwide promotion. At least one location (Durbanville) has offered half-price sushi daily between 12 PM and 6 PM for sit-down customers, and other branches such as Gateway and Westwood have run half-price sushi specials on Wednesdays. These deals are location-specific and change over time, so confirm directly with your nearest branch or their social media before planning a visit around a specific discount.
Vegetarian, Vegan & Halal Options
Simply Asia has a genuinely strong vegetarian range compared to most fast-casual chains in South Africa: Vegetable Spring Rolls, Spinach Dumplings, Mixed Veg, and the Vegetarian Inside-Out Roll and Menu C platter are all meat-free by default, and several curries and stir-fries can be made tofu-based on request. On halal: certification varies by branch rather than applying company-wide: the Rosebank, Johannesburg location is specifically marketed as halal, which suggests other branches may not carry the same certification. Confirm with your specific location before assuming halal status nationwide.
How Simply Asia Compares to Other Chains
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest item on the Simply Asia menu?
The Custard Steam Bun is the cheapest item at R17.00. For a full main dish, Basil & Chilli Stir-Fry (R75.00) is the lowest-priced Thai speciality.
How much does sushi cost at Simply Asia?
Individual maki rolls start around R32.00 for 6 pieces, while sharing platters range from R89.00 for the smaller Menu A and Menu B options up to R189.00 for the largest 15-piece Menu E platter.
Does Simply Asia have vegetarian or vegan options?
Yes. Vegetable Spring Rolls, Spinach Dumplings, Mixed Veg, the Vegetarian Inside-Out Roll, and Menu C’s 10-Piece Vegetarian Platter are all meat-free, and several curries can be made tofu-based on request.
Is Simply Asia halal certified?
Certification varies by branch, for example, the Rosebank, Johannesburg location is specifically marketed as halal, which indicates other branches may not carry the same certification. Confirm directly with your nearest branch.
Does Simply Asia offer delivery?
Yes, through Uber Eats and Mr D Food, as well as in-store takeaway. Availability may vary by branch.
Who founded Simply Asia?
Simply Asia was founded by Chai Lekcharoensuk, a Thai national who opened the first Wang Thai restaurant in Cape Town in 1993 before the chain was renamed Simply Asia roughly a decade later.
Does Simply Asia run sushi specials?
Some locations run half-price sushi promotions, for example, Durbanville has offered daily half-price sushi from 12 PM to 6 PM for sit-down customers, while other branches run Wednesday-only deals. These vary by branch and change over time, so confirm with your local Simply Asia directly.
Prices are researched against Simply Asia’s official numbered menu system where possible.
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