Reviews Cocoa Oola

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Aidan Johnson
+4
Great place to do some work, to get coffee, or to grab one of the mid week specials
10 months ago
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Michelle Dalton
+4
I had the single Hummus, Avo, Scrambled Eggs with Feta on Rye Toast.
It was a generous portion with impossibly creamy, wonderfully cooked scrambled eggs.
Jan 11, 2019
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Hlumelo Othandwayo Marepula
+5
The BEST Margherita pizza I have EVER tasted!! The combination of the different cheeses is PERFECT! Such flavour! I’m not a vegetarian, but I would choose your Margherita pizza over meat ANYDAY!

Also, not forgetting your Cosmo! Whoever mixes it is excellent what they do! Keep it up 😊
P.S. I’m coming by today for the pasta special and a cosmo 😊😊
Sep 11, 2018
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Gabriel Hair
+4
Great little brunch spot in the heart of Tamboerskloof! Always a good meal and never a complaint, would recommend to anyone looking for a quick breakfast or light lunch!
Aug 10, 2018
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Thandi Mcizana
+4
Great place to watch the world cup. Pizzas were great - thin base and full of toppings. Friendly staff and order came through quickly. Will return.
Jul 22, 2018
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Adam Hunter
+4
One of my fav breakfast and lunch spots - right at the foot of table mountain, cocoa oola delivers delicious, creative, fun, and even healthy bating food menu options at a reasonable price.
My Fav breakfast: The mince omelette with feta and avo served on a toasted croissant
Fav meal: the Banting pizza made of cauliflower
Great for hangovers, watching a live game, or meeting friends for a special brekkie or lunch - cocoa oola never disappoints 😎
May 03, 2018
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Irina
+5
One of my favourite little spots. Homey and welcoming atmosphere- food is delicious and affordable and service is great!
Their fruit crushers are great for hot days- and the mozzarella sticks are to die for!
Jan 29, 2018
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Ivanna Abigail Kemp
+3.5
This was my first visit at Cocoa Oola (what a cute and fun name to say!) and it was for a friend’s birthday. They were really accommodating for allowing us to wrap gifts at the table and to bring cupcakes from home.

We ordered some nibbles and ordered even more because they were that amazing!

We had spring rolls, fries, pulled pork dumplings, chicken strips and so many more delicious things!
Jan 12, 2018
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Jaryd Kay
+4.5
This is a great local hangout and is highly recommended. When Mambwe is there to manage - the vibe is even better and the service impeccable and attentive. Everytime we are there the food is fresh, tasty and wholesome with the right amount of seasoning. No matter what is ordered from their wide menu - its always brilliant and reasonably priced. Their happy hour is also excellent and at a great time. Go and enjoy!
Nov 26, 2017
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Get In My Belly
+4.5
Our first breakfast arriving to Cape Town - it was well worth it. The place was packed due to some game on at 10 in the morning but we managed to find ourselves a quieter corner to enjoy breakfast. The eggs Benedict with avocado was super delicious and that french toast was super decadent - crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. Their service is great and I would highly recommend this place as they have a view of table mountain whilst you enjoy a cup of joe or a pint of beer - a great hidden gem!
Oct 29, 2017
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Wessel Brand
+4
Nice atmosphere to go and watch sports events! Food is very well priced and a good variety available. Good weekly specials as well. Im a recurring customer.
Jun 18, 2017
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Jana Van Rensburg
+4.5
What a great underrated place. Absolutely fantastic. Great setting with an excellent vibe.

They have an extensive menu with a lot of great dishes to choose from. Their breakfast's are delicious and the coffee is amazing! I will definitely be back.
Apr 17, 2017
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Derek Miller
+4.5
Easter Monday, amazing weather, breakfast in Kloof Street! We were welcomed, seated and had our flat whites within a few minutes. Coffee served in large mugs! Excellent. Robyn had a berry smoothy which was in a large jug and tasted great. She then had the yogurt, muesli and berries and together that made a superb health breakfast. Stu had eggs Benedict and I had Wah Wah Wonderful. Similar dishes but one served on English Muffins and mine on home made bread with melted cheese and a mustard sauce. Yummy! Michele had scrambled eggs and wow what a serving. After having about a third she gave up but Stu helped finish it off. So we were impressed with yet another Cape Town eatery, had excellent service from a pretty, smiling Linda. To be recommended.
Apr 17, 2017
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Real_forking_diet
+4
This corner street cafe on the great Kloof street in gardens , they’re  serving quality all day breakfast  , and have a full bar available , the menu covers  your regular egg dishes ,omelettes,  benedicts , croissants , french toast etc… along with a good range of smoothies sweet and treats . being conveniently close to the mountains this is the perfect spot for a refuel after a good hike wich is what i did and wasn’t desapointed with my choice !
Apr 17, 2017
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Saufiyya
+4
Service was impeccable & food came fast but in full disclosure it was a Sunday afternoon. The food was fatty but oh so good! Worth the cheat...
Apr 16, 2017
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Douglas Lorimer
+3.5
Solid and pleasant, but not quite 'foodie'.
We had a few drinks and a light super at Cocoa Oola this evening. Service was friendly and fairly quick, although not super attentive. Drinks selection seemed reasonable and the food was well presented and appetising. The soccer match on the tv was quite loud, but well supported by people in the restaurant, so fair enough. Nice spot on Kloof Street.
Apr 02, 2017
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Lezandi Fourie
+4
Strolling down Kloof street, my friends and I came across this little gem. We were warmly welcomed and offered happy hour drinks. The interior is unique with some of the tables suspended by chains from the roof. We did not try the cocktails this time, but had hot drinks insteads (as it was one of the rare rainy days in Cape Town). The hot drinks were all presented with a cookie and pretty milk swirls on top. Our food was delicious! You can taste rosemary and corse salt in their potato wedges. My tramezzini was very flavourful and not bland as I have found some to be. I would definitely be back.
Apr 02, 2017
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Marcel Klopper
+5
Well thought out breakfast menu and the execution was amazing! Accompanied by a delicious smoothy! Served by a trainee waitress that was better than most experienced waiters. Great place! Well worth a visit.
Feb 19, 2017
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Mecia Hugo
+5
Love going to Cocoa Oola. My absolute favorite of all the Cocoa branches. Excellent service! Great vibe! Awesome manager, thank you Attie! Yummy burgers and delicious coffee.
Feb 08, 2017
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Popsi
+3.5
Reliable spot for a good simple meal and a delicious piece of chocolate cake. This particular branch of the Cocoa chain has a nice open atmosphere and outdoor seating. My favourite thing about it, though, is that they are great for watching sport. They have three big TVs and are happy to play the commentary. On our recent visit, though, the service was not great and the wait staff rather unfriendly.
Jan 29, 2017
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Vuyo Sisanda Sisanda
+4.5
Such amazing service , this is rare in the city of Cape Town . Some great lunch options from pizza to tapas. Grab a slice of cake or a stack of flapjacks . Lovely spot to catch up on some news and emails with a stunning view of the mountain . I would keep this spot for breakfast,lunch and coffee dates.

Oola oola
Nov 12, 2016
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Robin Mahlangu
+3.5
Popped in to watch some sport over the weekend. Really nice and comfortable place which also serves happy hour drinks. I had the margarita pizza which was also very pleasant.
Oct 12, 2016
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Ben Kilian
+4
One of my favourite spots for an early-morning cappuccino :) ... a refreshing view of Table Mountain included. 

Looovvve the chocolate biscotti they include with their coffees. My favourite on the menu HAS to be the "Hummus Eggs" ... Sooo good! Portion sizes of dishes are all very good - I've never left feeling hungry. 

Service has always been speedy on my visits. Staff always happy, which is a good thing :) 

Nice, big TVs if you want to watch a sport game. Also open pretty late at night, so a perfect spot for "night-owls".
Oct 04, 2016
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Danieljake
+4
My favorite part about Cocoa Oola is the mountain view if you sit at the counter.

It's a great place to meet up with friends for coffee or to catch up on emails. It's also a really lovely sundowners venue, especially because of their happy hour specials.

The food is really good - it maintains the Cocoa standard (which inherently means that the portion sizes are rather small). The last time I came I had the calamari which was incredible, but definitely exemplifies my previous comment.

The service here is actually the best I've experienced at any of the Cocoa restaurants.

Definitely worth a visit.
Sep 29, 2016
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JotterJo
+3.5
Lovely little restaurant in Kloof road; easy to find being on a corner with plenty of street parking.

We just had drinks on this occasion but will be back to sample their extensive menu. I'm particularly attracted to their breakfast and tapas which are well priced and good in range. A friend with us is a regular and says the food is great. They also have big screen TV's and beer on tap so great for game nights with mates.
Sep 11, 2016
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Samantha Driver
+4.5
I love Coco Ola. They make the best pizza in town. The coco crushes are delicious and we get them to go all the time. The staff are always really friendly and helpful as is the manager. Also pretty great chips/wedges. Another great thing is that they're open late, so when it's 10:30pm and somehow you still haven't eaten, you can still get amazing pizza.
Aug 25, 2016
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Lauren Kim
+4
A nice spot for breakfast. All the breakfast - cha chi eggs, omelettes and eggs Benedict all good! The deserts and cakes though = 😍
The flapjacks unbelievable, the cakes = fantastic.
Friendly staff and hot coffee 👍🏼
Jul 02, 2016
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Kelly Jepson
+5
Cocoa oola is my second home!! I love all the waiting staff and the manager Attie is the coolest cat on Kloof street. Thank you for having some of the best food there is, always warm and freshly made. Nothing to ever complain about here! I'm here at least 3 times a week!
May 18, 2016
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Thembakazi Sonwabe
+4
My friend and I ended up here by mistake. We wanted the Friday pasta special but it turns out that was at the Cocoa in Rondebosch. (new in CPT. Honest mistake) But we decided to stay anyway because it seemed like a really nice spot and it was the end of the week and we were hungry. We ordered a pizza to share and it was really tasty. I had wine with mine and my friend a beer. The service was a bit slow but the friendly manager made up for it. I would definitely come here again. Great spot!
Apr 15, 2016
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Jacques Van Zyl
+5
Amazing service from Cocoa Oola in Cape Town.

Coffee options are amazing and they have a variety of options for lunch.

Thank you for an amazing experience.
Mar 27, 2016
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Lauren Shea Patterson
+4
Probably one of my favourite hangout spots in the area. Always enjoy their food. My personal favourites are their beef burger with wedges and wasabi mayo. Their Tuesday pasta specials are great value for money - the Hot Papa pasta wins on so many levels.
My beverage of choice at Cocoa Oola is the Moscow Mango Mint crush. Their chocolate cake with lemon cream is my favourite indulgent treat.

This "Cocoa" restaurant is my favourite one between their other three sister restaurants.
Jan 29, 2016
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Dhrupal Amin
+4
My wife and I dropped in for a late afternoon pizza. Food quality was great and service very efficient and friendly. My wife loved the easy going decor to match the simple menu. Good food good value.
Jan 09, 2016
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D.Klon
+3.5
The food was good but nothing was great, the ice coffees were ok but a little bit of a let down.

The atmosphere was good but I would suggest coming for breakfast rather than lunch as the breakfast seems to be more of their specialty.

The service was also ok. A little slow but not unsatisfactory.

I may come back for breakfast if I'm in the neighborhood.

With Kent Blake Henderson
Jan 01, 2016
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Shez
+4.5
This place is a hidden gem! They have by far THE best veg spring rolls I've ever had! Probably even better than at a Chinese restaurant. I ordered the Banting burger which was surprisingly really good and the 'bun' had a very different taste in a good way. Definitely recommend for a light dinner or lunch.
Dec 26, 2015
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Mandy Jones
+4
Perfect lunch or breakfast spot! Their food is delicious, prices really good and fantastic service! This is quickly becoming a local favorite! Do yourself a favour and try their ultimate chocolate cookie with ice-cream.. I always take one home!
Nov 12, 2015
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Kim Vee
+3.5
I love their food and coffee; the decor is great; but depending on what time of day you're there, the sound of the traffic can get a bit much.
Oct 26, 2015
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Amy Imogen Tanzer
+4
Coco Oola situated on Kloof in town boasts a beautiful view and allows patrons to sit both inside and outside. Their menu makes the restaurant friendly for all occasions - early morning breakfast, coffee, lunch, drinks during the rugby, cocktails in the evening and dinner. Their breakfasts are generous and delicious. Dishes are beyond the norm with more variety and cool Cavour combinations including South African twists. Service is friendly however servers tend to forget about you and it once took me almost 15 minutes to pay and I had to end up getting up and insisting that I needed to pay as I was in a hurry.
Oct 10, 2015
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Bronwyn Coltman
+4
I can't believe that this place has been around the corner the whole time! I'm so glad we popped in to see what it was like. They have amazing drink specials from 5 - 6 everyday and their cocktails are fantastic! I'll definitely have to come back to try their food as it looked delicious!
Sep 14, 2015
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Nicole Bramhill
+4
We popped in for a quick lunch one Saturday, we didn't want to venture too far and had been meaning to try this place so off we went.

We decided to get things going with some cocktails and 2 starters. Both of us being cheese fiends, we naturally went for the baked Camembert with figs and Rosemary and garlic focaccia. The baked Camembert was really lovely but the standout for me was the focaccia.

Our mains eventually came and it was okay. I preferred the starters and was probably already too stuffed to enjoy the mains properly.

Points knocked off as the service was a tad slow for my liking and the waitress seemed really pre-occupied.

All in all, it's a really great place with room for improvement and it's easy to see why it's popular with the Kloof street crowd.

Go if : you looking for a great "coffice" and looking for a great place to people watch. Don't go if : you're a student on a budget as their drinks are a bit on the pricey side.
Sep 06, 2015
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Ilse Liebenberg
+4
Good pizza. Nice vibe. Good value for money... They have a great daily happy hour on their beer (incl craft beer) Service was friendly. Will be back
Aug 26, 2015
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Kristen Birch
+5
I really love this place! It is great value for money and is super casual and friendly! I love the fact that they have boardgames too! Feels super chilled compared to some of the other places in town that are snooty for no reason.
Aug 21, 2015
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Kelly Rae Gifford
+4
This is my usual spot for Friday after-work drinks. It is a great spot to re-group after a long week and sip on cocktails (they have great specials) whilst staring at our beautiful mountain. It is a nice central spot for friends to meet up. If cocktails aren't your thing (we can't be friends) then it also has amazing brekky options and beer specials for the rugby. It has a very friendly, homely vibe. Love it.
Jul 20, 2015
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Jenny Sarah Coulson
+4
I'm not entirely sure why this place has such a low rating, because I love it here. The food is consistently good, and the last time I went I tried the chicken tramezzini, which was perfectly toasted and bursting with filling. (Also wasn't too covered in mayo, which I hate). If I'm just popping in for a coffee I will always get the white chocolate poppyseed cake with berry coulis, because it is delicious and I never say no to cake. The service is always good and I think this particular branch has a lovely location, right on the corner of Kloof Street with a view of Capetonian life. Super.
Jun 28, 2015
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Maryke Van Schalkwyk
+3.5
The food is really good and the drinks menu is great. The service on the other hand is a different story... it leaves a bitter taste in the mouth.
Apr 03, 2015
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Christian Jansen
+5
I love this place, very relaxed and chill. Service almost every where in the cape is slow. So order a beer, sit back relax and enjoy the views of table mountain. Awesome place to watch rugby! Carft beer is spot on. Everytime I come to Cape Town, I stop here atleast twice!
Mar 29, 2015
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Martin Evans
+3.5
Tend to have the same things every time here.
Love the fish cakes and the chicken skewers with their side salads and potato wedges. Also appreciate their beer menu.

I like it. Simple and unpretentious
Feb 25, 2015
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Henriette
+3.5
Pleasant stop after work for a craft beer and "something-different-starter" en route to our restaurant. Food was tasty and well prepared. Love the view with the buildings of the cbd in the distance.
Dec 31, 2014
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Jacqui Senekal
+4
So on Saturday afternoon, I suggested my mum and I take a drive up to Kloof Street to find a place to stop and have some tea. We came across this cafe called Cocoa Oola right on the corner. We walked in with one table for two free, so my mum and I grabbed it before any more people ventured in. The rugby was on that afternoon - South Africa vs Wales. The place was packed full of supporters, what a fantastic vibe! There were a number of tvs displaying the intense game so that wherever you sat, you would have a clear view of the rugby.
Service was on point, despite the number of people there. The food was great! We shared a white chocolate poppy seed cake with berry compote and cream. I had a chai freezo and mum had the salon tea.
Reading through the rest of their menu and specials I see they have a 'rasta pasta' special for R45 a pasta after five on Thursdays. The other meals sounded very tempting.
I definitely rate you give this place a try!
Jun 23, 2014
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Krissy
+4
Cocoa Oola makes divine brownies and smoothies. I've never experienced bad service at any of their branches :-)
Apr 16, 2014
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Tracy Poulter
+3.5
WEEEELLL, me not being much of a breakfast kind girl or sarmies for that matter this quaint little place was just the perfect hangover cure for me and to line the tummy for the upcoming day's events. In the hub of student and arts'Ville you'll find this cute little "coffee" shop that offers the most amazing coffee milkshake I have ever tasted most interesting light meal menu and the friendliest atmosphere, sitting at a bar like counter you can see the road and young, friendly vibe Gardens has to offer, watching people walk their dogs, joggers being brave and a fantastic view of the Mountain. This is a place I would go back to for that Sunny weekend afternoon Milkshake with a great friend enjoying a tasty sandwich while reminiscing the events from the night before...
Dec 03, 2013
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Petesmyname
+5
This is a fantastic little gem of a restaurant. Great food, excellent friendly service, very prompt and vibey atmosphere. I tried the mushroom chicken schnitzel which come with delicious crispy hand cut fries. Great place to stop off for a quick bite to eat. Free WiFi also available which is always a win for me. Thanks, I will be back 😊✌🏼
5
Afikile Danti
+5
What a cute and welcoming establishment. The waiters are great and friendly. The food is amazing especially their addictive potato skins. And of course they have amazing happy hour specials 😃
5
Ryan Hultzer
+5
Great place with quite decent prices and simple but tasty food. Staff are friendly. It's a great place to have a coffee for breakfast, a drink after work, or a dinner later on.
5
Arpad C Tucker
+5
Amazing cozy place to have drinks with friends and loved ones,.. the staff are very sweet and welcoming,.. had an amazing time.. Ask for Nicolas, He was extremely friendly
5
Lee Thomas
+5
A lovely venue with the perfect summer views of the iconic Table mountain. Great for breakfast or the casual beer
5
Annelize Krause
+5
Always good for a bite and some craft beers if you can find a seat in this trendy neighbourhood! Great views of Table Mountain from the veranda
5
Oyena Bisholo
+5
Might actually make a turn there tonight. One of my favourite spots in town. Good food, wine and people. The staff has impeccable customer service and their menu options are reasonably priced. Take your family and friends for a chilled and yet fulfilling vibe. You meet some influential people here too.
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Norbert Erciol
+4
A chilled place with a very friendly service.
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Felipe Amarante
+4
Stuffed croissants that can stop wars. Make love, not war. And eat croissants!
5
Cathy Milner
+5
Loved this restaurant for breakfast. Coffee strong and good and the vibe and service was friendly and unassuming. I had the Jacqui’s eggs Benedict which is vegetarian- poached eggs and yummy hollandaise sauce on top of spinach, artichoke and onion with sautéed potatoes cubes. Absolutely delicious and really good value. My fellow diners had chili mince on sour dough which they also said was very tasty. Will definitely return to taste their lunch and evening menu as well as to experience happy hour.
5
Nisha Desai
+5
Definitely one of my favourite restaurants for any meal. Their weekday specials are great value for money. The mango mint crush is my favourite drink and the chicken wasabi mayo trammezini is amazing! All their breakfast items are also fantastic, and the waiters are always super friendly
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Roxanne Joseph
+4
A really great physical space, with a nice varied menu. Their avo or hummus eggs are delicious, their coffee is good and they're quite reasonably priced. You can usually get away with a few hours of free wifi but sometimes they'll make you buy an extra coffee if you want.
5
Andrea van Tonder
+5
Amazing variety, from breakfast, lunch, dinner, to drinks, cakes, smoothies, shakes and dessert. Open till late, located in a great vibey area in Kloof Street. Friendly service. Had the mango and mint crush, so refreshing, and also had a taste of the red velvet cake as well as the white chocolate cake with poppy seeds. The cream they give along with that is out of this world, I have no idea what they do to it, but it works, well done!
5
Annette de Klerk
+5
Excellent food and very good service with amazing views of the mountain. We had breakfast which we all really enjoyed but the cake is really worth writing home about! (no pics because too much/fast eating)
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David Levy
+4
Nice little place. Very well priced and tasty lunch specials. Will be back The owners need to address the smokers outside and the way the smoke pours into the restaurant thought the windows
5
Miriam Mannak
+5
One of the few no-nonsense spots on Kloof Street and a firm favourite post-hike venue (for a drink and a bite). Food menu comprises burgers, pizzas, salads and wraps, including various vegetarian and gluten/banting options. Prices are fair, quality is consistent.
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Margaret Avery
+4
Cocoa Oola is our 'local' and we go regularly, mostly for a drink but their pizzas and burgers are good too. The staff members are very friendly and efficient. Unless you are keen on soccer and rugby stay away on big match days. Otherwise, the TVs are unobtrusive and the casual atmosphere very relaxing.