Built-in Braais | Best Braais & Fireplaces
About Best Braais
Best Braais & Fireplaces is a proudly South African e-commerce retailer established in 2002, specialising in built-in braais, gas braais, fireplaces, flues and cowls. We sell our own branded units manufactured locally in South Africa. Units are manufactured on order with a lead time of approximately 10 to 15 business days.
We offer free delivery on all built-in braai and fireplace units to main centres: Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, and Bloemfontein. Some major towns including George, Pretoria, and Ballito also qualify for free delivery, confirmed at checkout.
Phone: (+27) 021 988 1920 | Hours: Monday to Thursday 09:00–17:00, Friday 09:00–15:00.
Installation Environment Guidelines
Selecting the correct material grade depends on the installation environment:
- Indoors (any location): All material grades suitable — mild steel, 430, 304, or 316 stainless steel.
- Outdoors undercover, inland: 304 stainless steel recommended minimum.
- Outdoors exposed, coastal: 316 stainless steel recommended for maximum longevity.
- Within 5km of the coast: Salt spray exposure is likely even if not visible — upgrade to 316 stainless steel.
For mild steel and 430 stainless steel braais in coastal environments, all components exposed above the brickwork must be 304 stainless steel or higher.
Standard Built-in Braais — from R12,332
Entry-level range for reliable performance without extras. Constructed from 2.5mm mild steel, sprayed with heat-resistant black primer.
Includes: 2.5mm steel body, ember maker, potjie hook, braai grid (electro-plated), light fitting, ashpan, ash tray & trap, 2 doors & 2 chains.
Available sizes: 800mm, 1000mm, 1200mm, 1500mm.
DeLuxe Built-in Braais — from R13,435
Reinforced construction for regular demanding use. Features a thicker 3mm steel body and a 304 stainless steel grid for improved durability and cooking performance.
Includes: reinforced 3mm steel body, reinforced ember maker, 1 x 304 stainless steel grid, scraper tool, potjie hook, light fitting, ash pan & tray, double doors & 2 chains. 1200mm and 1500mm models supplied with 2 x half grids for different-level cooking.
Available sizes: 800mm, 1000mm, 1200mm, 1500mm.
Professional Built-in Braais — from R22,202
Designed for modern entertainment spaces. Features a single slide-in door that retracts underneath the unit, freeing up workspace. Dual stainless steel grids allow flexible cooking at different heights.
Includes: reinforced 3mm steel body, reinforced ember maker, 2 x 304 stainless steel grids, scraper tool, potjie hook, light fitting, ash pan & tray, single slide-in door.
Available sizes: 1200mm and 1500mm.
DeLuxe Spit Braais — from R33,595
DeLuxe specification with the addition of a heavy-duty spit motor for whole lamb or hog spit-roasting. Spit motor cabinet included.
Includes: reinforced 3mm steel body, reinforced ember maker, 2 x 304 stainless steel grids, scraper tool, potjie hook, light fitting, ash pan & tray, double doors & chains, spit motor cabinet with door, heavy-duty spit motor & spit arm.
Available sizes: 1200mm, 1500mm.
Double-Sided Built-in Braais — from R21,415
Installed in an outer wall, accessible from both inside and outside. Effectively two grilling stations in one unit — ideal for larger properties with indoor and outdoor entertaining areas.
Includes: 3mm steel body, reinforced ember maker, 1 x 304 stainless steel grid, potjie hook, light fitting, ash pan & tray, 4 x 3mm steel doors & 4 chains.
Available sizes: 800mm, 1000mm, 1200mm.
Combination Built-in Braais (Wood & Gas) — from R30,995
Features both a wood/charcoal burning section and a 2-burner gas grill section side by side. Includes chicken rotisserie rod, prong set, and battery-operated rotisserie motor. Available in 430 and 304 stainless steel.
304 Stainless Steel Built-in Braais — from R21,550
Entire unit constructed from 304 stainless steel including the body, doors, and grid. Suitable for coastal inland installations and most South African environments. Available in 800mm, 1000mm, 1200mm, and 1500mm models.
316 Stainless Steel Built-in Braais — from R29,995
Maximum corrosion resistance for fully exposed coastal installations. Contains molybdenum for enhanced salt water resistance. Recommended for outdoor coastal patios and beachfront properties within 5km of the ocean.
Stainless Steel Insert Braais — from R16,550
Designed to slot into an existing brick braai cavity. Available in 430 stainless steel (inland) and 304 stainless steel (coastal). Includes 2mm stainless steel body, single door, ember maker, light fitting, ash pan, and zinc-plated grid.