How We Started in Braamfontein
Kung Fu Chicken began in Braamfontein, Johannesburg, where the pace is fast and people want food that is ready when they are. From the start, the focus was simple: well-seasoned chicken, cooked properly, served hot and packed in a way that travels well across town. That matters in Joburg, especially when lunch breaks are short, traffic is unpredictable and delivery drivers need meals that still hold their shape after a few stops.
Founded in 2012, the business was built around consistency rather than fuss. Thabo Mokoena leads the company with a practical view of service: keep the menu clear, keep the kitchen disciplined and make sure customers know what to expect every time they order. That approach has helped us grow from one base into several service areas and branches while staying close to the original idea.
- Started in Braamfontein and still based there
- Serving dine-in, takeaway and delivery orders
- Built for busy urban customers and group meals
The Way We Cook and Serve
Our food is made for people who want flavour without waiting around. We prepare crispy chicken, wings and family meals in sizes that suit a quick solo lunch, a shared office meal or a full table on a weekend. Sibusiso Khumalo leads the kitchen side, with a focus on timing, seasoning and heat control so each batch is cooked evenly and packed correctly.
We know how much the details matter. Chicken that is left too long before packing loses its bite, and sauces need to be portioned properly so they do not spill in a car or taxi. That is why our team works with clear prep steps, steady frying times and strong checks before anything leaves the counter. In summer, we also pay close attention to holding times because Gauteng heat can change food quality fast, especially during longer delivery runs.
- Crispy wings, family meals and bulk orders
- Portioning for one person, a family or a whole team
- Careful packing for takeaway, delivery and event drops
What We Stand For as a Team
Good food is one part of the service. The other part is how the customer is treated from the moment they place an enquiry to the moment the meal arrives. Lerato Dlamini keeps operations steady, making sure stock, staff shifts and order flow stay organised across busy trading periods. Mpho Sekhoto handles customer care, which means questions, special requests and delivery follow ups are dealt with properly instead of being passed around.
We believe service should feel direct and respectful. If a customer needs a change to an order, a time slot for a crew meal or a plan for a church gathering, we work through it in plain language. Our customers come from offices, schools, churches, family groups and community teams, so the people behind the counter need to be just as dependable as the kitchen itself. No one wants surprises when they are feeding twenty people.
- Clear communication from enquiry to delivery
- Order handling for both small and large groups
- Practical support when timing and quantities matter
Where We Cook and Deliver
We serve a wide area from our Braamfontein base, including Soweto, Pretoria, Midrand, Newtown, Sandton, Centurion and Randburg. That spread means we understand the different rhythms of each area, from central office lunches to township family orders and suburban event catering. A crew meal in Sandton may need a different timing plan than a school order in Soweto, so we map each order to the location and the size of the group.
Ayesha Patel manages branch-level service with attention to local demand, stock movement and front-of-house standards. Whether a customer comes into the Braamfontein Branch or orders for delivery from the Pretoria Central Branch, the aim is the same: fresh chicken, steady service and meals that arrive ready to eat. For bigger events, Kagiso Ncube coordinates delivery and setup so trays, boxes and serving plans are sorted before the first guest arrives.
- Braamfontein Branch
- Soweto Branch, Pretoria Central Branch and Midrand Branch
- Newtown, Sandton, Centurion and Randburg service areas
Meals for Work, Church and Family Events
Not every order is a quick lunch. A large part of our work comes from catering, and that is where planning really counts. We prepare office catering, party catering, school catering, church catering, birthday packages, corporate lunches, community feeding, event meal boxes and wings platters. Some customers need plated portions, others need stackable boxes that are easy to hand out, and some just want a load of family meals that can feed everyone without anyone still cooking at the last minute.
For events, we look at head count, serving time and the type of food that will travel best. A church gathering may need orderly meal boxes and setup support, while a corporate lunch may require neat portions that work in a meeting room. Community feeding calls for clear quantities and fast distribution. We keep the process simple and reliable, because event food should be one less thing to worry about. And yes, we can handle crew meal drops for long shifts and site work too.
- Office Catering and Corporate Lunches
- Church Catering and School Catering
- Family Bulk Orders and Event Meal Boxes
How to Reach Us and What Happens Next
Clients reach us through the enquiry form on our contact page, which helps us get the details right before we confirm an order. We ask for the branch or area, the meal type, the number of people and the preferred time so we can plan properly. That way we can match the order to the kitchen load, the delivery route and the team available on the day. It saves time and avoids confusion, especially for larger orders.
Behind every order is a team that knows the rhythm of the business. Naledi Molefe supports communication and marketing, while the rest of the team keeps the food moving and the service steady. The result is a chicken shop that feels local, practical and easy to deal with. We are here for people who want crispy chicken, proper portions and a team that understands how Johannesburg actually works, from weekday traffic to weekend family gatherings.
- Use the contact page enquiry form for all orders and questions
- Share your area, meal count and preferred time
- We confirm the details before preparation starts