Amazing breakfast at The Loading bay, great atmosphere and service from our waiter. Food was delicious the burger was the best! The sweet potato chips where so addictive I wanted more (you get quite a few). Would recommend a visit!
The atmosphere in there is so comfortable,
you can visit this place if you wanna just
have some food and drinks and to talk. You
can comfortably sit there and talk. Let's
come to food. Taste is amazing I'm superb. I
used to go there with my friends in the
evening to have a little conversation.
2018/05/19 - nice atmosphere and tasty food. Ordered hot chocolate and a coffee - these were brought to the table a few minutes apart, and to eat we ordered the breakfast roll and a cardamon bun. These were also brought to the table a few minutes apart. Both were delicious.
The overall atmosphere was superb. Waiters were friendly and service was quick considering the amount of people there. Definitely recommend the creamy mushroom ragout paired with the matcha latte! Perfect match 🔥
One of my favourite coffee shops in town! It’s beautiful, spacious and the coffee is excellent. It’s also a great place to work at. Would recommend trying their cinnamon buns.
One of my favourite places in Cape Town for brunch or lunch. Make sure you arrive early on the weekend cos they tend to run out of food😂.
The restaurant is a beautiful space, everything down to the glass straws are just perfection.
My go-to is the wilted spinach with assorted wild mushrooms in a basil pesto. This served with a mild fermented kimchi (one of the reasons why I always have this meal) a poached egg and double fermented sourdough.
I absolutely enjoyed my visit. I loved the high ceiling and the overall interior design of the space. I had my Kombucha by their outside seating and moved inside for my meal. I had the Salmon which I enjoyed very much and special mention goes to their truffle fries, which deserve an honourable mention. I'm a big fan of small details and the finishing on the tea cups caught my eye which just added to how amazing this place is.
Hands down the best breakfast I’ve ever had ! We each had the ginger shot was very strong but definitely worth it, we tried the gold and green juices they were delicious and perfectly made. My breakfast was the zucchini Panko poached egg, best poached egg I’ve ever had and was made so perfectly. The price is definitely worth it and the service was outstanding. The vibe is so cool.
Definitely want to go back and bring all my friends to try this place out and try more on their menu
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Our loading bay love affair stems as far back as 2014 👀 (when the Mirage hotel opposite was still under construction and Loading Bay used to have burgers nights on Thursday evenings 😁)
Loading Bay is more than just an eatery, it is a well-curated lifestyle package as you have three beautiful spaces living under one roof: downstairs is the Japanese inspired eatery ⛩ (functional minimalism at its best), slightly elevated is a clothing store which stocks Scandinavian minimal clothing brands such as Acne Studios 🇸🇪, Norse Projects🇩🇰, Our Legacy 🇸🇪 etc, and finally right at the top is the Australian skincare brand Aēsop's Store 🇦🇺... we love their Parsley seed range
Stop by for a Fika of freshly baked goods🥖 and quality coffee ☕️ as early as 7:30am weekdays... alternatively indulge in a later breakfast or lunch... for breakfast we recommend either the bircher muesli muesli or the buttermilk pancake stack 🥞🤤 for lunch, go for anything that tantalized your tastebuds from their 100% grass-fed beef burger 🍔 to the beef shortrib with their truffle fries 🍟 or the fried chicken strips
Their food is indeed amazing, however, surprisingly they don’t cater to people with special diets such as those who are gluten free and Banting 😭
*TIP: there are no reservations to be made, we love that! Wait patiently while a table becomes available over a glass of water or a green juice and absorb the interiors... look around the clothing store and go peruse the offerings at Aēsop.
Hands the best breakfast/brunch spot in Cape Town. Even better than Jarred’s. Impeccable service, the best almond milk flat white I’ve ever had and delectable food. I had the pesto greens with a variety of mushrooms and I added smoked salmon and avo on the side. I want to come back and eat here everyday for ever and ever.
Lovely cool restful atmosphere. Very minimalistic. Service is excellent, waiters freindly and helpful. Food was great. I had Green Goodness with broccoli and mange tout replacing the kale. Added bacon. Delicious and a good size serving. My companion had King oyster myshroom ragout with added bacon - absolutely sublime. Good rich strong coffee on arrival and am iced coffee to end the meal. All in all a great experience. I will return.
Brunch/lunch coffee place/ clothing shop /Aesop store. Interesting combo.
Interior is done well, very industrial and popular/hip design. We walked in without reservation without any problem. The person serving our table was very kind and taking care of the entire place.
The person behind the bar was less involved- when the bell rang for service he even indicated the kitchen should calm down and wait for the guy serving everyone, while he continued playing (or working, who am I to tell) on his phone. Didn’t feel right or good.
The dishes were nice, delicious. As were the buns we took home with us. Part of my order had been forgotten but they solved it pretty quickly.
Bit of a shame that they offer seasonal pressed juices but only had orange juice when we asked about it. My internal reaction was that the phone- bar guy seemed to have enough time to press some juices- which shows to me that if I have enough time noticing this, so should the rest of the staff.
I’ve been visiting loading bay for over 5 years, and in some weeks, I visit daily. It has an amazing atmosphere, friendly staff, high-quality organic, regenerative farming produce for their restaurant menu. It is literally my favourite cafe and lunch spot in Cape Town. Well done to JP, Nicole, and team! Looking forward to many more years visiting ❤️
If you're looking for a great coffee shop in the city this is the place for you. The coffee served here is excellent, sure to satisfy any coffee lover.
In addition to coffee, the shop also sells a wide range of international clothing and skincare brands, providing a unique and exciting shopping experience. The selection is carefully curated, with an emphasis on quality, style, and sustainability. Whether you're looking for a new outfit or the perfect skincare/beauty product, you're sure to find something you love.
The shop also offers a great working space, with comfortable seating options, free high-speed Wi-Fi, and plenty of natural light. The atmosphere is relaxed and peaceful, making it an ideal spot for work, study, or creative pursuits.
Whether you're looking for a quick coffee break, some shopping, or a longer visit to work or catch up with friends, Loading Bay is an excellent destination.
Definitely a place for the health conscious. Never heard of lion's mane and cordyceps before. We were able to order more 'normal' food though. I had scrambled eggs on sourdough bread and my husband had the croque Monsieur minus the bacon. They make their own bread which was delicious. They also make their own cinnamon rolls. Had one straight out of the oven and it was yummy. Service was excellent!
I have been here a few times but not in the last few years...
It's still good, from the coffee to the food and the service.
They still sell Aesop products upstairs which is always so tempting!
There's quite a few cafes within the area, this is definitely one of the good ones!
Beautiful space in De Waterkant. Love the focus on sustainability,and the variety of healthy bowls on offer.
Hubby had the Breakfast roll served with fresh avo, eggs and crispy bacon and liked it. I had the Buckwheat and pumpkin seed Pancakes with fresh fruit which was out of this world.
Service is great and for breakfast it's a bit pricey but worth it. Tip automatically added to the bill.
Great spot for breakfast although they are open all day.
Simple, modern space with amazing food and service. Prices are also really decent for the portions and fresh quality in comparison to maby other restaurants around the city that are often more expensive and offer less.
There is an outside deck that is perfect for sunny mornings. Pet friendly, good Wi-Fi and relaxed atmosphere!
Visited here on a number of occasions for breakfast and always had an amazing experience - highly recommend Loading Bay for locals and out of timers.
We loved it there. Modern feel, small and Cosy and lovely healthy and tasty food.
A Cape Town classic, Loading Bay serves top notch breakfasts in a contemporary setting with high ceilings. The Swedish cinnamon buns with coffee are my best combo.
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