Ketelkraal is a taproom, event venue, and distilling and brewing equipment supplier at Unit 6, Edison Bell Park, Bell Crescent, Hennopspark, Centurion, Gauteng. Run by a team passionate about distilling and brewing, Ketelkraal combines an industrial-estate taproom serving ice-cold beer and quality food with a full events and party hire service covering tap systems, kegs, tents, beer festival tables and benches, and spitbraais. Ketelkraal has over 11,400 likes on Facebook and is described by regulars as a hidden gem tucked away in a Centurion industrial estate.

The Taproom: Food, Drinks, and Atmosphere

Ketelkraal Taproom offers lunch and dinner service in a setting that blends rustic and modern décor for a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. The menu features grilled meats, fresh salads, and hearty sides, with the T-bone steak and Eisbein specifically singled out by reviewers for quality and generous portions. Ketelkraal’s drinks menu includes local and international wines, craft beers on tap, and signature cocktails, with reviewers praising the consistently ice-cold beer and well-priced drinks, including a double brandy special.

Events, Functions, and Party Hire

Ketelkraal offers a full events and functions service for birthday parties, house parties, and general get-togethers, bringing the party directly to a client’s chosen venue as well as hosting events on-site.

• Tap systems and keg dispensing units for any occasion
• Tents for outdoor functions
• Beer festival-style tables and benches
• Spitbraais for large groups
• Entertainment options for parties and functions

Ketelkraal’s events offering is built around its own distilling and brewing background, giving hosts on-tap beverage options that go beyond a standard bar hire package.

Distilling and Brewing Equipment

Ketelkraal manufactures distilling, brewing, and fermentation equipment, reflecting the team’s core passion for the craft. Customers are invited to share recipes and ingredients and discuss brewing and distilling with the Ketelkraal team, which treats the business relationship as a genuine community of enthusiasts rather than a simple supplier-customer transaction.

Getting There and Contact

Ketelkraal is at Unit 6, Edison Bell Park, Bell Crescent, Hennopspark, Centurion, Gauteng, 0157, in a Centurion industrial estate.

• Phone: 087 654 8815 / 087 654 8816
• Email: fr***@***********co.za
• Website: ketelkraal.co.za
• Hours: Monday to Friday 10:00 AM–6:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM–1:30 AM, closed Sundays

Best For

Ketelkraal suits groups looking for a relaxed lunch or lively dinner out, beer and craft drink enthusiasts, and hosts planning a birthday party, house party, or beer-festival-style function needing tap systems, tents, tables, and spitbraai hire. Reviewers highlight the friendly and attentive service, well-priced food and drinks, and a genuinely laid-back vibe, with one group noting they were even allowed to play their own music on the venue’s stereo. Ketelkraal’s location within an industrial estate surprises many first-time visitors, who describe discovering it as finding a hidden gem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where is Ketelkraal located?
A: Ketelkraal is at Unit 6, Edison Bell Park, Bell Crescent, Hennopspark, Centurion, Gauteng, 0157. It’s set within a Centurion industrial estate, which surprises many first-time visitors given the quality of the taproom inside.

Q: What are Ketelkraal’s opening hours?
A: Ketelkraal Taproom is open Monday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 1:30 AM, and is closed on Sundays. It’s worth calling ahead to confirm hours around public holidays.

Q: What food does Ketelkraal serve?
A: Ketelkraal serves grilled meats, fresh salads, and hearty sides, with the T-bone steak and Eisbein specifically praised by reviewers. The menu is designed to pair with Ketelkraal’s on-tap beer and drinks selection.

Q: Can Ketelkraal cater for private events and parties?
A: Yes, Ketelkraal offers a full events and party hire service, including tap systems and kegs, tents, beer festival tables and benches, spitbraais, and entertainment. Ketelkraal can bring this setup to a client’s own venue or host functions on-site.

Q: Does Ketelkraal make its own drinks equipment?
A: Yes, Ketelkraal manufactures distilling, brewing, and fermentation equipment as part of its core business. This background shapes the taproom’s focus on quality craft beer and drinks.

Q: Is Ketelkraal good for groups?
A: Yes, Ketelkraal is well suited to groups, with reviewers describing a great atmosphere for get-togethers and celebrations. One group review specifically mentioned being allowed to play their own music, adding to the relaxed, personal feel of the venue.

Q: How do I book an event with Ketelkraal?
A: You can enquire about event and party hire by calling 087 654 8815 or emailing fr***@***********co.za. Further details are available on Ketelkraal’s official website, ketelkraal.co.za.

For more taprooms, bars, and event hire services in Centurion, browse our Centurion event venues directory, or explore all Gauteng event venue listings on Event Venues SA for venues across the province.