21 Grill on Hannover
A long-running steakhouse inside Ryalls Hotel, opened in 1969 and known for charcoal-grilled steaks and bourbon-glazed ribs, a top choice for a proper dinner in town.
21 Grill on Hannover is located inside the Protea Hotel by Marriott Blantyre Ryalls on Hannover Street. According to the hotel's website, it dates back to 1969. It is Blantyre's best-known steakhouse, with over 300 TripAdvisor reviews averaging 4.4. The menu centres on steak. The signature dishes listed on the hotel website are flame-grilled steak and bourbon-glazed pork ribs. Diners also mention sirloin, Mexican-style steak and spicy chocolate lava cake. The traditional steakhouse is housed in an old building and has a bar. It sits at the top of the local price range, so book ahead for weekends and dinner. Official hours are two sessions on weekdays and dinner only on weekends. It is central, so taxis are convenient.
Opening hours
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm and 6:00–11:30 pm; Sat 6:00–11:30 pm; Sun 5:00–11:30 pm (check the hotel website)
Nearby sights
- Blantyre Market & Curio Market
- Mandala House
- St Michael and All Angels Church
- Museum of Malawi
- Michiru Mountain Conservation Area
- Satemwa Tea Estate
- Majete Wildlife Reserve
- Zomba Old Capital & Market