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Last updated: 2/13/09
There will be many theatrical events in honor of Black History Month, and we'd love to help you round out your evening! Come to Madiba for a pre- or post-theater three-course dinner for only $25, or bring in your ticket stubs and receive a free glass of wine.
Happy Hour Monday thru Friday, 5-7pm. Check it out!
Complimentary Bloody Mary or Mimosa with Saturday / Sunday brunch.
Monday Night: Brooklyn Nights -- 2 for 1 Brooklyn Lager.
Tuesday Night: Kids, twelve years old and younger, eat free (from kid's menu) 5-9pm!
Wednesday Night: Improve your personality! Bottles of Indaba wine are half off.
Thursday Night: Ladies' Night! Get a free cocktail with your meal and avail yourself of our drink specials!
Saturday & Sunday: Barack the Brunch -- an inspirational brunch for change! Madiba will be serving a complimentary Mimosa or Bloody Mary with brunch!
Monday - Friday, 11am - 4pm: Hang, work, read, network. It's a recession! Madiba's giving out free coffee and Wi-Fi from 11am to 4pm during the week. Get out of the house and see some friendly faces without having to worry about burning a hole in your bank account!
There is a $5 cover charge for all live music and performance events unless otherwise stated.
Madiba in the News:
Going Green:
Madiba has taken to growing its own produce! It's impossible to get more local and organic than herbs and vegetables grown in our very own rooftop garden. After feasibility and value studies Madiba set up a garden tha thas been bursting with basil, parsley, cilantro, dill, mixed greens, cherry bomb chiles, green peppers, bush peas, and spinach! We have high hopes of doubling our food production next year, making constant "rooftop specials" a possibility. We are grateful to our own Zachary Pickens, who made this possible!
Life need a little more South African jazz? Start here with Morris Goldberg!
Thursday, February 11th: This day marks twenty years of freedom for Nelson Mandela, who spent twenty-seven years in prison for fighting against apartheid. We at Madiba do not let the celebration last only one day, however-- year-round, we rejoice with all freedom-loving people in our rights of expression and to stand up for our beliefs. View the BBC's slideshow here!
Sunday, February 14th: Experience the warmth and romance of Madiba! This remains one of our favorite days to show our loved ones how much we appreciate them. Our lounge will be reserved for singles searching for that special love, so don't be shy about stepping out today! Madiba Restaurant has been the beginning of many great romances, and we want to add yours to the list!
Monday, February 15th: It's President's Day! Learn something about any of our nation's presidents on the White House webpage and continue reading when you've finished! ... Done? Fabulous! Reward yourself with a visit to Madiba, where you can share your new trivia and join us in celebrating the newest and best of the list!
Tuesday, February 16th: Today is Mardi Gras Day, and we're gonna bring a little New Orleans to you with our Mardi Gras specials! Even without being by the bayou, or somewhere even more exotic, let's get in the spirit and make this a great day!
Thursday, February 18th: We'll be hosting a Q&A at Madiba with Danya's Film Projects. They worked with University of Cape Town and is inspiring the youth of South Africa through arts, music, and film, using successful South Africans as role models. We'll have special guest speaker Jacob Lief, from Ubuntu Education Fund, and live performances by guest artists.
Wednesday, February 24th: The Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce will be holding its annual Black History Month celebration at the historic Akwaaba Mansion, and Madiba is proud to be catering the event! This gathering will honor Laurie A. Cumbo, founder and director of MoCADA (Museum of Conteporary African Diasporan Arts) and Colvin W. Grannum, President and CEO of the Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation.
Wednesday, March 17th: St. Patrick's Day! South Africa and Ireland almost couldn't be further apart, but we're bringing them together today! Wear a little green and enjoy a Guinness on us!
Monday, March 22nd: The Village Voice is once again throwing its Choice Eats event, and Madiba will be present in the VIP section as well as the general area! Read our review, and get your tickets now!
Monday, March 22nd: Shared Interest will be holding their annual awards dinner, where they will honor distinguished individuals and corporations who have contributed to support South Africa in her journey to equitable development of townships and rural communities. Read more about Shared Interest here, and purchase your tickets here!
 Madiba 2009 Events
- 7-1-09: Madiba owner Mark Henegan given Community Honor
Wednesday, July 1st, 2009: Owner Mark Henegan is honored at Steiner Studios in their salute to New York City's community activists as an investor in local nonprofits. He has been invited in recognition of Madiba Restaurant’s consistent support of community organizations and efforts to improve the quality of life. Click here for more information!
- 5-2-09: It's Brooklyn's first Freedom Day Festival!
Saturday, May 2nd, 2009: It's Brooklyn's first annual South African Freedom Day Festival, featuring the great Madiba regulars, as well as some new talent! Performers include Dorothy Masuka, Bakithe Kumalo, Dj Eddie Ed, Wunmi, The Restoration Dancers, and more -- with food provided, of course, by us at Madiba. The festivities go from 10 am to 8pm, a mere two blocks from Madiba at Cuyler Gore Park on Fulton and Greene Avenue. More info can be found on the MoCADA web site under "MoCADA in the news / events calendar". Don't miss the joy that comes from the celebration of freedom -- and don't miss the After-Party at Madiba!
- 4-27-09: Madiba presents the 15th annual Freedom Day
Monday, April 27th, 2009: Madiba Restaurant presents the 15th annual South African Freedom Day celebration. This event, marking the inauguration of president Nelson Mandela and the end of apartheid in South Africa, celebrates our Freedom from the oppression and strife that dominated in our country for decades. This is a symbolic day for every South African and a victory for all of the freedom loving people of the world. This celebration represents our efforts to highlight the wealth of creative energy, spirit and commitment for those who have overcome adversity and are building the bridges to a new era of HOPE and FREEDOM. Madiba Restaurant is considered the gateway to the South African experience, dedicated to the future of South Africa and its community, and promising a greater cultural harmony, economic development and a vision of human rights that will lead to the fulfillment of Nelson Mandela's dream. Special Freedom Day prefix menu and cocktail specials available!
- 4-26-09: Madiba hosts Book Signing
Sunday, April 26th, 2009: Madiba will be hosting a book signing and reading with four remarkable South African authors: Anne Landsman, Sheila Kohler, Nadia Davids, and Ceridwen Dovey. The event starts at Madiba at 7:30pm with introductions, and continues with readings, a question & answer, and discussion. Some of the discussion will be on Freedom Day in South Africa.
- 4-12-09: Madiba celebrates Easter
Sunday, April 12th, 2009: It's Easter, and it's going to be a beautiful day! Come to Madiba and grab a specially-prepared $12 picnic lunch-basket. Bring the kids and make it a picnic afternoon in Fort Greene Park -- Madiba will have prepared a big easter egg hunt for the little ones!
- 3-31-09: Madiba rocks Choice Eats
Tuesday, March 31st, 2009: Madiba Restaurant is participating in Choice Eats (Village Voice) at the Armory on Lexington and 26th Street. It's a great evening of lots of food and good folks. We'll be showcasing our newest taste treats, so don't miss it! Only $35 in advance, or $40 at the door, for a fantastic all-you-can-eat extravaganza, and with lots of wine! For tickets and more information, check out the website!
- 3-23-09 to 4-2-09: Dine-In Brooklyn
Monday, March 23rd through Thursday, April 2nd, 2009: It's time again for Dine-In Brooklyn! Madiba features a special pre-fix menu for brunch/lunch and dinner. Come eat a fantastic 3-course lunch where $23 pays for two, or get a top-notch Madiba 3-course dinner for $23 for one. Lunch & brunch run from noon through 5, and dinner goes from 5 through midnight. Look at the map of participating restaurants, check out our Dine-In Brooklyn Menu, and mark a spot on your calendar!
- 3-22-09 to 3-28-09: World Water Week
Sunday, March 22nd through Saturday, March 28th, 2009: It's World Water Week, and Madiba participates in the UNICEF program Tap Project. Come to the restaurant, or visit the sites, and learn all about it! Madiba joins thousands of other restaurants to help save lives by inviting patrons to donate $1 for the tap water they usually enjoy for free. Patrons who choose to contribute will have the satisfaction of knowing that each dollar donated provides 40 children with clean water.
- 3-21-09: Madiba Celebrates Spring
Saturday, March 21st, 2009: Spring is finally here -- it's time to celebrate! We won't be sacrificing a goat this year, but we will be offering a free Sangria and a complimentary $10 gift certificate (valid for when you return up through April 21st) to everyone who orders an entree! We take our spring celebration very seriously.
- 3-11-09: Madiba & Gnarly Vines sponsor An Evening of Wine Tasting
Wednesday, March 11th, 2009: Madiba teams up with Gnarly Vines to host a fantastic Winetasting Dinner and Meet-the-Winemakers Event! With
the female winemakers Malmsey Rangaka (M’hudi) and Vivian Kleynhans’ (Seven Sisters), we have a menu that will make your buds stand at attention! Space is limited, so give us a call and reserve your spot now! $75 for the night; the event starts at 7:30. Click here for a detailed menu and more information.
- 3-4-09: Madiba sponsors Afropop's 20th Anniversary Hall of Fame Gala
- 1-16-09 through 1-20-09: Inauguration Weekend for Barack Obama!
Friday, January 16th, 2009: We're kicking off our inauguration weekend! Come celebrate the final days of Bush, and the beginning of a new era! Starting today and through Jan. 20th, Obama Mamas are half price. Featuring additional drink specials Friday and Saturday, and half price "Jou Ma Se Bush" cocktails all day Sunday.
Saturday & Sunday, January 17th & 18th, 2009: Featuring a special inauguration brunch, boasting our Michelle Obama cocktails and a free Bloody Mary Mimosa. Also featuring a special "Sasha & Malia" kids menu! Once dinner gets started, don't forget our half-price Obama Mamas and additional drink specials!
Sunday, January 18th, 2009: Come defeat the Republicants, and participate in our Shoe-Throwing Contest! Featuring a life-sized cardboard cutout of Georgie himself, whoever gets in the best shoe-throw gets a free Jou Ma Se Bush cocktail! For the rest of you, we're knocking the Jou Ma Se Bush cocktails down to half-price!
Monday, January 19th, 2009: It's Martin Luther King day! There is no more appropriate day to precede the inauguration of the first black president of the United States. To see that this day is celebrated in due style, we've got Zolani Mahola rockin' at Madiba with a fantastic lineup of special guests, including Rian van Rensburg, Mikanic, Nathi Gcabashe, and Tony Cedras. When paired with Madiba's unique MLK Cocktails, this is a party you won't want to miss!
Tuesday, January 20th, 2009: Get your seats at 10:00am, because at 11 we start the big screens going, and the inauguration speech is at noon! Come listen to what will surely be the most historic inauguration speech of our lives. But when the speech is over, we're gonna throw down an equally historic party! Barbara Tucker pays us a visit, and performs alongside special guest DJs, special guest singers, and Marcus Fugate on
keys! It's a proper House Party, and this will begin our Inaugural Ball. You'll also find t-shirts, CDs, Madiba & Barbara Tucker memorabilia, prizes and giveaways, and more! The whole of Dekalb will
be partying, and all the merchants will be having specials all weekend. Come for the greatest inauguration party you've ever experienced!
- 1-14-09: Zolani Mahola performs at Madiba
Wednesday, January 14th, 2009: The beautiful singer Zolani Mahola of Freshly Ground joins us at Madiba, together with Mikanic. As the lead singer of Freshly Ground, South Africa's most popular band of the moment, Zolani Mahola's daring voice and magnetic stage presence in a multiracial band have challenged the contemporary cultural landscape of the post-apartheid era. At once whimsical, earthy, and ferocious, Zolani continues to rise as one of Africa's most celebrated new voices. (Download a sample track here.) From 7 'til 10, they rock the night away!
Madiba 2008 Events
- 8-28-08: Yes We Can! party!
Thursday, August 28th, 2008: Yes We Can! party! At 8:00pm, we'll be featuring live music and drink specials as a prelude to the Democratic National Convention. Starting at 9:30, we'll be showing the convention live on our big projection screen; and at 10:00pm, Obama will be giving his acceptance speech for the official Democratic nomination. This event is officially registered with MoveOn.org. To RSVP, visit http://political.moveon.org/event/yeswecanparty/50939.
- 8-8-08 through 8-10-08: Obama Fundraising Weekend
AWESOME OBAMA FUNDRAISING WEEKEND: A percentage of all proceeds taken from Friday 8/8 at 6:00pm through Sunday 8/10 at 11:00pm will be donated to the Obama for President campaign.
Friday, August 8th, 2008: We're kicking off our Awesome Obama weekend by featuring a drink special: HALF PRICE ON GUINNESS, the strong, black leader of beers! Starting at 6:00pm, and lasting all night long!
Saturday, August 9th, 2008: Fixtures Rugby Game: South Africa vs. New Zealand! Starts on Madiba's Big Screen at 6:00pm. BUY A BEER, GET A FREE SHEBEEN QUEEN SHOT! A percentage of the night's proceeds go directly to the Obama campaign -- but if South Africa trounces the Kiwis (and we know they will), we'll DOUBLE IT, and throw out a round of free draft beers!
Sunday, August 10th, 2008: Obama Brunch! Our doors open at noon. We'll be handing out Obama pins at the door. Anyone who puts one on (or who is already wearing something showing Obama support) gets an immediate $10 gift certificate for your next visit to Madiba; and all weekend long, a percentage of all our proceeds go directly to the Obama campaign!
- 7-18-08: Nelson Mandela's Birthday!
Friday, July 18th, 2008: Nelson Mandela's birthday! Come celebrate the life of the man instrumental in the abolition of apartheid in South Africa. We're going all out to commemorate South Africa's most important icon. It's a huge evening of live music starting at 8:00pm, special performances by Juxtapower at 10:00pm, drink specials -- the works! Also we'll be wishing a happy birthday to Madiba's own Tony Cedras, a world-class musician currently touring with Paul Simon, who, when home in New York, can often be found at his home-away-from-home Madiba! A percentage of tonight's profits go to the Love Jesse Foundation, organized around a remarkable young woman from South Africa with cerebral palsy. For more information on the foundation, or to hear about Jesse's remarkable story, contact Mark Henegan. The festivities begin at 8pm!
- 7-9-08: Letitia James Fundraiser
Wednesday, July 9th, 2008: 6:00pm to 8:00pm, we're featuring a Fundraiser for Councilwoman Letitia James! Come meet this vital pillar of the Brooklyn community! Featuring live music by Nathi Gabashe, hors d'oeuvres, and a special "Tish Teeni" drink. There will be a free raffle for all those who attend, with two video phones, a bottle of Indaba Shiraz South African wine, and Dinner for Two with Mark Henegan among the prizes! View or print the donation form here.
- 6-19-08: Art Aids Art
Thursday, June 19th, 2008: It's a Big Night in Brooklyn! Madiba teams up with ArtAidsArt, and will be hosting an evening featuring a special menu, a movie, music, and a sale of South African crafts and beadwork. Proceeds fund construction of eKhaya eKasi Center, a community, art education and microbusiness center to be located in Khayelitsha, South Africa. Tickets available on the ArtAidsArt website.
- 4-27-08: South Africa's Freedom Day Celebration
Sunday, April 27th, 2008: South Africa's Freedom Day! Come join us at Madiba in celebration of the first democratic post-apartheid elections held on April 27th, 1994, when Nelson Mandela was elected President. We're featuring
- 5:00pm to 7:00pm: 2-for-1 "Freedom Cocktails"!
Happy hour is from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, and we're featuring 2-for-1 Freedom Cocktails!
- 6:00pm: Special Presentations
At 6:00pm, we'll be featuring presentations by Homecoming Revolution (as endorsed by President Thabo Mbeki), live speakers Martine Schaffer and renown author Guy Lundy, and writer / journalist Alan Brody, author of the White Shaka Boy graphic novel, who will be doing book signings and giveaways.
- 8:00pm: Live Music
At 8:00pm we have Morris Goldberg on the sax and Anton Fig on drums, Richard Cummings on keyboards and Chulo Gatewood on bass. At 10:00pm, Bakithi Kumalo and Tony Cedras are joining the band after the last show of Paul Simon. Check out our flyer!
so come party all night, Madiba-style!
- The Month of April: Paul Simon at BAM!
April 1st - 6th, 9th - 13th, 23rd - 27th: Paul Simon collaborates with an extraordinary range of artists to offer three musical constellations from the career of one of America's greatest songwriters. Many of Madiba's regular incredible musicians will be joining Paul on stage, including Hugh Masekela, Kaissa, Tony Cedras, Bakithi Kumalo, Morris Goldberg, and many many more South African All-Stars! For more information, check out the BAM page -- and whether or not you go, come join the musicians and fans alike at Madiba for the after-party, 10:00pm after each performance! Bring your ticket stub and exchange it for a free drink! Make your pre-show dinner arrangements now, and enjoy the short walk, as Madiba is only 3 blocks away from BAM!
- 3-24-08 to 3-31-08: Dine in Brooklyn hits the streets!
Monday, March 24th, through Monday, March 31st, 2008: Dine In Brooklyn hits the streets! Come experience a taste of Madiba and the other highest-rated restaurants from the Brooklyn area. Click here to view our menu.
- 2-27-08: Barack the Vote! Join Madiba in supporting Barack Obama.
Wednesday, February 27th, 2008: Barack the Vote! Madiba Restaurant supports Barack Obama, the only presidential candidate who consistently inspires hope and passion in the American people across race and party boundaries. Come celebrate the end of Black History Month with a party for the man who is already one of the greatest African-American political figures in history. We will be showing some of Obama's phenomenal speeches on the big screen at Madiba and giving out information about how to get involved in the Obama campaign. And we'll be doing it the way Obama would want - with great food, family and friends; with hope in our hearts, and action in our hands. A percentage of all the night's proceeds will be donated directly to the Obama campaign. Food and festivities begin at 7pm.
- 1-22-08: Martin Luther King Day celebration!
Tuesday, January 22nd, 2008: Join us in celebrating the life and achievements of America's greatest Civil Rights Activist. Featuring talks by several community leaders, and dinner specials starting at 5pm.
Madiba 2007 Events
- 12-31-07 New Year's Party
Monday, December 31st, 2007: Madiba New Year's Party! Why pop your own cork when we can do it for you? DJ Stone will be spinning from 9pm 'till the cows come home. No cover charge or minimum. Featuring a free champagne toast, dancing, the ball dropping on the Big Screen, and raffle prizes awarded at midnight! Check out our flyer here.
- 12-09-07 Holidays Party
Sunday, December 9th, 2007: Madiba Holidays Party! Festivities go from Noon 'till Midnight. In addition to our regular menu, we feature a Prefix Menu available for $35 per person plus tax and gratuity. Live traditional South African music with the South African AllStars and Mikanic! Check out our flyer here.
- 11-20-07 Ubuntu Fundraiser
Tuesday, November 20th, 2007: Fundraiser dinner for the Ubuntu Education Fund at 8pm at Madiba. Madiba Restaurant will be donating all the food for the fundraiser. 80 seats only; $100 per person. Includes 5-course dinner menu with South African wine pairing. To make reservations or to purchase tickets, please contact the New York branch of Ubuntu at www.ubuntufund.org/about/contact.html. Also featuring an auction of the photography of James Baigrie, and a showcase of his work Cairo to Capetown. Live music, celebrities, and special guests. Interested parties should watch the video of Ubuntu's partnership with the Clinton Global Initiative. Click here to download the event flyer in Microsoft Word format.
- 10-31-07 Halloween Party
Wednesday, October 31st, 2007: Halloween at Madiba! Best-dressed wins dinner for two; best dancer wins brunch for two. Live music and DJ until 4am or until you're dead. Festivities start at 6pm. Click here to view the flyer.
- 10-30-07 Fifth Annual Achilles NY Marathon Fundraising Dinner
Tuesday, October 30th, 2007: Fifth Annual Achilles NY Marathon Fundraising Dinner at Madiba starting at 7pm. Every year Madiba Restaurant sponsors an additional disabled child through the Ethembeni School of the Physically Disabled and Visually Impaired. Come for dinner and meet some inspirational children from Zulu Land who have been training for this marathon all their lives. No cover and no minimum donation. All donations and a percentage of the night's proceeds go directly to the Ethembeni School.
- 10-27-07 Fundraiser for the Children of Agape
Saturday, October 27th, 2007: The children of Agape will be attending the 2pm performance of The Lion King on Broadway. We are sponsoring a reception at 4pm at the theatre following the performance, with a Q & A session afterwards, catered by Madiba's wonderful food. All proceeds go to the children of Agape.
- 10-25-07 Keep a Child Alive
Thursday, October 25th, 2007: The Black Ball and Keep a Child Alive at the Hammerstein Ballroom with Alicia Keys, Bono, and other celebrities. For the past two years, Madiba Restaurant has been assisting the children of the Agape Orphanage outside Durban. In 2005 their main orphanage was devastated by fire. More information on the award-winning documentary of this story can be found at www.wearetogether.org. We are the main sponsor of the Juxtapower Dances at this event.
- 10-20-07 South Africa wins World Cup!
- 10-19-07 Madiba honors Lucky Dube
Friday, October 19th, 2007: Madiba honors the life and death of Lucky Dube. Lucky was a beloved and very talented musician whose political music assisted the end of apartheid. Tshidi Stone will be spinning Lucky's music all night. Come light a candle for Lucky.
- 9-13-07 It's Madiba Day in Brooklyn!
Thursday, September 13th, 2007: Celebration of Madiba Restaurant's 8th anniversary! We received a proclamation from the City of Brooklyn and Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz, presented by Councilwoman Letica James and Senator Velmanette Montgomery, declaring this day Madiba Restaurant Day in Brooklyn.
- 9-8-07 First annual Fort Green Fest
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