Steers
Liberty Midlands Mall, Pietermaritzburg
Restaurant in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
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Price
$1–10per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Steers is the practical Scottsville choice when convenience beats ceremony. Use it for a quick, familiar meal near Blackburrow Road; choose Wimpy for a longer casual sit-down, or one of the more occasion-led peer venues if atmosphere matters.
About Steers
Steers in Pietermaritzburg is a casual option with a Pietermaritzburg location and listed opening hours.
Steers is best used as an option to check against your timing needs in Pietermaritzburg.
Use it for a casual Pietermaritzburg stop, not a dressed-up night out
The dress code is casual, which makes Steers a low-formality choice in Pietermaritzburg.
The hours are Monday 9:45 AM–8:30 PM, Tuesday 9:45 AM–8:30 PM, Wednesday 8:45 AM–9 PM, Thursday 9:45 AM–8:30 PM, Friday 9:45 AM–8:30 PM, Saturday 9:45 AM–8:30 PM, and Sunday 9:45 AM–7:30 PM.
Where it sits against other choices
Compared with Wimpy, Steers is another casual option to compare when planning a simple meal.
If the occasion calls for a different kind of dining plan, you can also compare The Living Room, The LivingRoom at Summerhill Guest Estate, The Chefs Table Restaurant, and Signature Restaurant Umhlanga. For broader planning, compare current details directly with each venue.
Quick reference: choose Steers when the Pietermaritzburg location, casual dress code, and listed hours fit your plan; compare other venues if you need a more specific dining format, ambience, menu, or occasion brief.
Planning details
- Location
- TotalEnergies Autobahn, 18 Blackburrow Rd, Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- locations.steers.co.za
- Phone
- +27333863731
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Steers presents a straightforward, casual roadside vibe rooted in South Africa’s flame-grilled burger tradition. The Scottsville outlet sits on a TotalEnergies forecourt and functions as a practical, unpretentious stop for people on the move. It reads like a local institution rather than a boutique experiment: quick counter service, familiar menu touchstones and a national presence that gives it an almost iconic quality in the country’s fast-food landscape. The atmosphere is efficient and utilitarian, designed around throughput and convenience rather than lingering, which suits drivers, commuters and families looking for reliably grilled burgers.
Best For
This Steers is best for road-trippers, commuters and anyone pulling off the N3 corridor for a reliable, fast meal. It answers a practical need, fuel and food in one stop, so it’s ideal for families on long drives, solo travelers needing a quick refuel-and-eat break, and local shoppers at the mall forecourt. The outlet’s position on a busy highway and its quick-service format make it a go-to when time is short and familiarity is comforting; it isn’t aimed at fine dining or long, leisurely meals but at efficient, satisfying burger stops.
Ordering Tips
Order with convenience in mind: the flame-grilled King Steer Burger is the outlet’s signature and a safe choice if you want the Steers classic. Expect counter service and short waits, this location is configured for high throughput rather than table service, so have your order ready and be prepared to eat on site or take away. Because the restaurant sits on a forecourt, it’s particularly handy during road trips; plan for a quick stop rather than a long meal, and stick to the core grilled burgers and sides that define the brand.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual fast-food atmosphere with focus on flame-grilled flavors and quick service.
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Vibe
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Large
- Kitchen
- Comfort cooking
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
Signature Dishes
King Steer Burger
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- TotalEnergies Autobahn, 18 Blackburrow Rd, Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
Planning details
Location
TotalEnergies Autobahn, 18 Blackburrow Rd, Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
Choose Wimpy if the group wants a casual sit-down alternative with a slower pace.
Choose The LivingRoom at Summerhill Guest Estate if the meal needs more atmosphere and a stronger sense of occasion.
Restaurant context
How it compares in and around Pietermaritzburg
Steers is the easiest choice when the brief is quick, familiar, and low-commitment. Against Wimpy, it is better for a faster stop; Wimpy is better if the group wants to sit longer and order in a more casual diner-style format.
The Living Room and The LivingRoom at Summerhill Guest Estate are stronger choices when ambience matters. They are not direct substitutes for a quick-service stop, but they make more sense for a planned meal where the room and pacing matter.
For a more formal dining brief, compare against The Chefs Table Restaurant or Signature Restaurant Umhlanga. Steers wins on ease; those venues are the better fit for a special occasion or a meal where service style and setting carry the decision.
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Compare Steers
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Steers | Pietermaritzburg | No published awards |
| Wimpy | Pietermaritzburg | No published awards |
| The Living Room | Pinetown | No published awards |
| The LivingRoom at Summerhill Guest Estate | Durban | No published awards |
| The Chefs Table Restaurant | Durban | No published awards |
| Signature Restaurant Umhlanga | Durban | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Steers good for a special occasion?
The dress code is casual. For an occasion meal, compare other options such as The Living Room or The Chefs Table Restaurant and confirm current details directly.
What are alternatives to Steers?
Wimpy is another casual option to compare. For a different restaurant plan, consider The Living Room, The LivingRoom at Summerhill Guest Estate, or The Chefs Table Restaurant, and verify current hours and suitability before visiting.
What should a first-timer know about Steers?
Steers is in Pietermaritzburg and has a casual dress code. The listed hours are Monday 9:45 AM–8:30 PM, Tuesday 9:45 AM–8:30 PM, Wednesday 8:45 AM–9 PM, Thursday 9:45 AM–8:30 PM, Friday 9:45 AM–8:30 PM, Saturday 9:45 AM–8:30 PM, and Sunday 9:45 AM–7:30 PM.
