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Le Pickle Burger Bar
Trendy De Waterkant smash burger and cocktail joint famous for house-brined dill pickles, smashed chicken patties, and crinkle fries.
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About Le Pickle Burger Bar
Located on Somerset Road in fashionable De Waterkant, Le Pickle is a vibrant, neon-lit smash burger bar that celebrates the holy union of sizzling beef and house-cured dill pickles. Featuring outdoor street tables, retro diner booths, and craft beers on tap, it has quickly become a favourite weekend hangout.
Their signature is their house-pickled cucumbers, fried pickle chips, and custom smashed chicken burgers alongside double beef smash classics.
Signature Orders
- The Classic Le Pickle Double Smash (two beef smash patties, house dill pickles, secret sauce)
- The Smashed Chicken Burger (crispy flattened chicken breast with herb ranch)
- Fried Dill Pickle Spears with garlic aioli
- Loaded Chilli Cheese Fries and local IPA craft beers
Local Planning Notes
What to keep in mind before you travel.
Walk-ins welcome. Great craft cocktail and beer list available.
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Access & Terrain
Street level entrance on Somerset Road with sidewalk seating.
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Best Visit Time
Lunch in the sun on Somerset Road or early evening drinks and burgers.
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Verified Chauffeur
Igshaan Jonathan · Local Route Planner
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Private Vehicle
Door-to-door flexibility on your terms.
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