On the menu

From kota to sushi — local favourites and global cravings.

Browse independent kitchens, shisanyama spots, cafés, and trusted chains in your area. Filter by cuisine, dietary needs, and delivery time. New restaurants join the platform every week as we grow across Mpumalanga and beyond.

How it works

From craving to doorstep in three steps.

Mzansi Bites connects you with restaurants and independent couriers in your neighbourhood. We’re live in Mpumalanga today and rolling out to more provinces — join the waitlist on the homepage if we’re not in your city yet.

1

Pick your craving

Open the Mzansi Bites app (launching soon) or order on the web when available. Browse nearby restaurants, filter by cuisine or dietary tags, and add items to your cart.

  • See ratings, prep times, and delivery fees upfront
  • Reorder favourites in one tap
  • Add notes for the kitchen or courier
2

Track every minute

Once you pay, follow your order from confirmed → cooking → on the way → delivered. Live map tracking shows your courier’s route and updated ETA.

  • Share tracking link with family or colleagues
  • Get notified at each milestone
  • Contact support if anything looks off
3

Enjoy at your door

Choose contactless drop-off or meet your courier at the gate. Meals arrive in sealed bags so everything stays hot, fresh, and exactly as you ordered.

  • Rate your meal and delivery experience
  • Tip your courier in-app when available
  • Report missing items within 24 hours

Payments: Pay securely with card or instant EFT where supported. You’ll always see item, delivery, and service fees before you confirm — no surprises at the door.

Why Mzansi Bites

Delivery that actually feels good.

We built Mzansi Bites for how South Africans actually eat — shared meals, late-night kota runs, and lunch orders that need to land on time. Every feature is designed to save you hassle and support the restaurants and couriers in your area.

Local first

We prioritise neighbourhood favourites — kota spots, family-run kitchens, and chefs who know your community.

Safe & transparent

Verified restaurant partners, clear pricing, and support you can reach by email any time.

Live tracking, down to the second

See when your order is being prepped, picked up, and headed your way with map updates you can share with the whole table. Couriers use in-app navigation optimised for bikes, scooters, and cars.

  • • Real-time ETA adjustments for traffic and prep delays
  • • Order status push notifications when the app launches
  • • Photo proof of delivery where required

Group orders

Split the bill, add friends mid-order, and keep everyone on the same delivery window. Perfect for office lunch, family dinner, or watching the game together.

One host pays or everyone contributes — you choose at checkout.

Mzansi Bites+ membership

Free delivery on eligible orders, surprise perks from partner restaurants, and priority help — email support@mzansi-bites.co.za when you need support.

Membership details and pricing will be announced at app launch.

Greener by default

More deliveries on e-bikes in dense areas, optional cutlery, and packaging designed to cut waste without sacrificing freshness. Restaurants can opt into reusable-container pilots in selected zones.

We measure packaging per order and work with partners to reduce single-use plastic over time.

Partners

Built for the people who make it happen.

Great delivery needs great restaurants and reliable couriers. We're growing our partner network across Mpumalanga first, with more cities on the roadmap. Questions about partnering? Email support@mzansi-bites.co.za.

Courier delivering food on a bike

For couriers

Ride on your own schedule

Join our delivery fleet in Mpumalanga and earn on your own terms. Whether you ride a bike, scooter, or car, Mzansi Bites gives you the tools to pick up, navigate, and get paid — without rigid shifts.

  • Competitive per-delivery rates plus tips
  • Weekly payouts to your South African bank account
  • In-app navigation and earnings dashboard (Courier app coming soon)
  • Courier help: support@mzansi-bites.co.za or +27 72 338 0369
Become a courier
Restaurant team preparing meals

For restaurants

Reach hungry customers nearby

List your menu on Mzansi Bites and reach diners searching for delivery in your zone. We bring the customers, couriers, and technology — you keep cooking what you do best.

  • Marketing exposure in the Mzansi Bites app and web
  • Menu analytics: bestsellers, peak hours, average basket size
  • Flexible hours, item pauses, and delivery-radius control
  • Dedicated partner onboarding and menu setup help
Partner your restaurant

FAQ

Questions, answered.

Everything you need to know before your first order — delivery zones, payments, safety, and how to partner with us. Still stuck? Contact support@mzansi-bites.co.za or +27 72 338 0369 and we'll help.

Tip: include your suburb and order reference in support emails so we can resolve issues faster.

Mobile app

Mzansi Bites app — coming soon

We're putting the finishing touches on iOS and Android. The app will be your one place to order, pay, track couriers on the map, reorder favourites, and manage Mzansi Bites+ when membership goes live.

  • ✓Browse restaurants and track orders in real time
  • ✓Save addresses, payment methods, and favourite meals
  • ✓Group ordering and split payments
  • ✓Push alerts when your courier is nearby
  • ✓Rate restaurants and couriers after every delivery
App Store & Google Play — coming soonSupport: support@mzansi-bites.co.za or +27 72 338 0369

Not in Mpumalanga yet? Use the waitlist on the homepage — we'll email you the moment the app and delivery launch in your area.