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In this episode of Hammy Eats, Nick Hamman visits the Windmill Roadhouse in East London, an iconic 79 year old South African institution and one of the longest standing roadhouses in the Eastern Cape (maybe even South Africa?). The culture of the roadhouse may feel like it belongs to another era, but here it is alive, thriving and more loved than ever. We meet the passionate family behind Windmill Roadhouse and discover how this local favourite has become a cornerstone of the community for nearly eight decades.
From its early days as a wooden trackside stop in 1946 to its current home in East London, Windmill Roadhouse has been built on family values, consistency, quality food and deep roots in the neighbourhood. Nick explores the heart of the kitchen and learns how generations have kept this beloved roadhouse going strong.
🍔 Nick tastes some of Windmill Roadhouse’s most iconic dishes including:
A massive Dagwood loaded with bacon, cheese, egg, juicy patty, fried onions and signature sauces
The famous bacon and cheese toasted sandwich stacked with more bacon than you can imagine
Fresh hand cut slap chips made daily from the best locally sourced potatoes
A hearty beef curry and rice packed with flavour, soft potatoes and a spicy kick
Perfectly grilled juicy chicken served on a crisp bed of lettuce
Thick base pepper chicken pizza and a fully loaded meaty pizza that is ideal for late night cravings
Inside the engine room of Windmill Roadhouse, Nick gets a close look at the passion and teamwork that keeps this place running. From long serving staff members who feel like family to younger generations stepping up to carry the legacy forward, this is a true South African food story.
🔥 Is this the Eastern Cape’s best roadhouse with the best Dagwood?
🍟 Why are these slap chips considered some of the best in South Africa?
🏆 How has this East London favourite stayed popular for almost 80 years?
👉 Watch now and experience why Windmill Roadhouse is more than just a place to eat. It is a heritage landmark, a community hub and an essential part of South African roadhouse culture.