Barcelos is a popular fast-casual restaurant brand from South Africa that is famous for its Afro-Portuguese flame-grilled peri-peri chicken. The company was founded by entrepreneur Costa Mazzis in 1993, with the first restaurant opening in Sunnyside, Pretoria. Using family recipes passed down through generations, the brand started franchising in 1998 and quickly grew in popularity.
The name Barcelos comes from a small town in northern Portugal known for the famous “Legend of the Barcelos Rooster.” This colorful red rooster became the main symbol in the company’s logo and represents faith and honesty.
Today, Barcelos has grown into an international restaurant brand with more than 120 locations across over 13 countries, including regions in Europe, Asia, and North America, while still being proudly based in South Africa.
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Hours
| Day | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:30 AM – 08:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM – 08:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM – 08:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM – 08:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM – 09:00 PM (Slightly extended hours for weekend foot traffic) |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM – 09:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 07:45 PM (Often closes earlier on Sundays in accordance with local retail laws) |
Contact Details
Customer Care Email: customercare@barcelos.co.za (The customer support framework aims to respond to all emails within 24 hours)
Official Website: barcelos.co.za
Headquarters/Main Offices: Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa (with regional distribution networks operating out of Johannesburg, Durban, and Cape Town).