CRAFTED BY FIRE, HEART AND SOUL

Slowly-smoked barbeque, loaded sides and good vibes – brought straight to your event, market or street.

Welcome to Rub & Dab Barbeque

Established 2023 by Jon and Mary who are both Mental health clinicians with over 20 years of work experience in healthcare. The couple decided to embark on this culinary adventure after years of hosting barbecue parties for family and friends in their backyard.

Thus from the backyard to the world, Low and Slow Fusion Barbecue complemented by a selection of seasonal, childhood party favourites from Southern Africa and locally sourced produce. Brought straight to your, event, market or street food and music festival.

Signature Dishes

Slowly-Smoked Beef Ribs

Melt-in-your-mouth slices, bark on the outside, tender in the middle.

Sticky Glazed
Ribs

Fall-off-the-bone ribs finished with our signature sweet heat glaze.

Flame-Grilled Chicken

Marinated, charred and juicy, perfect on its own or in a stacked burger.

Loaded
Sides

Slaw, fries and other sides to complete the plate.

Events & Catering

We Bring the Grill to You

Planning a birthday, corporate event, festival or community day? We can park up, fire up the grill and serve your guests from our set-up. Tell us your numbers, timings and any dietary requirements – we’ll build you a custom barbeque menu.

Why Choose Us

Real Smoke, Real Char

No shortcuts, no microwaves. Just fire, smoke and time.

Bold African-Inspired Flavours

Our seasoning and colour story are inspired by vibrant African traditions and Ndebele design.

Friendly, Reliable Service

We show up on time, serve with a smile and keep the grill going until everyone’s fed.

WHAT CUSTOMERS SAY​

The best BBQ we’ve had at our taproom – people were still talking about the ribs a week later.