I came here with friends after an exam. The food was great and so was the service. A small, cosy restaurant with a limited but well thought out menu. I had the harissa chicken sandwich which was good. The tea selection was limited but I did find earl grey tea which was lovely.
Great spot for leisurely, sunny weekend brunch. Food is tasty and promptly served. Servers are friendly and attentive. Get there early to avoid waiting in a long line as this place is quite popular.
Favourite breakfast spot in the burbs. Coffee is delicious and they make my absolute fave breakfast meal: Avo, sundried tomatoes, pesto on toast. Service can sometimes be slow, but it's totes worth it.
I loved this place! It was so aesthetically pleasing! The portions of the delicious food were generous.
I ordered the chicken livers and poached egg breakfast and it was so much more than I expected. The decor and crockery adds to the vintage yet stylish feel of the (literally) hidden gem. Also all their food is organically sourced so it's a double win!
What a find! Went with some colleagues for a working lunch and it was just perfect. Cosy little spot in suburbia. A very small menu with sandwiches and wraps but what more does one need? I had the chicken mayo on sourdough which was outstanding and the green juice...and concoction of lime, apple and ginger - fresh and tasty. Very friendly staff but our food did take a while to come out. Ended off with a delicious cappuccino.
Cute little spot - my favorite was their iced coffee this morning it's just what I needed. Also liked that you could add in the coffee your self. For breakfast we created our own. The eggs were creamy and yum, just wish the bacon was cooked a little longer as its best crispy. Service was great, our waiter was friendly and efficient.
Just like its older sister, the original Starlings, this little cafe is clandestinely tucked away from the suburban buzz. Its menu is a bit more limited but the delicious coffee, breakfasts and light lunch time options are perfectly adequate. Friendly staff, funky decor, work nooks, wifi and outdoor space. I will keep returning here.
The original starlings is up the road from me, so I usually frequent that one. I decided to try this one after my run. The portions are quite big, much like the rondebosch branch and quite delightful too. I had poached eggs with pesto the last time. It was delightful
One of the best breakfast spots in the Southern Suburbs - this is the littler version of original Starlings, and is definitely worth a try! The service is fantastic. The Eggs Benedict breakfasts are tasty, but my new favourite is the Egg Parmesan breakie with pesto. I have it with the carb-free bread, which is so delicious! The best non-bread 'bread' I have tried. Everything is prepared simply, and deliciously. Ingredients are fresh and this place is just such a find. A local favourite, I almost don't want to let the secret out!
Danica Astra Prout-Jones
+3.5
Such a lovely little spot that you'd probably miss if you didn't know it was there. Parking is a bit of a struggle as its situated right on the corner of Bishoplea and Mark road. The café is pretty small but perfectly suits the cute and quaint atmosphere. My mum said her red cappuccino was awesome and I had a tasty beetroot and cranberry juice. We shared the spicy harissa chicken open sandwich on sour dough which came with a fresh and crunchy summer radish and carrot salad. The crust of the bread was slight over-toasted and difficult to cut through but the harissa flavour mix of with the chicken really enhanced the whole meal and we really enjoyed it. Overall lovely experience, super speedy service and smiley staff. Would definitely recommend it for a quick lunch any day. Beware of the parking issue.
SIMON AINSWORTH TAYLOR
+5
Decided to try Starlings Locale on Saturday morning after Google searching for breakfast spots.
What a hidden little gem this place is.
Off down a little residential side street its hidden away.
Went inside to be greeted by a very friendly and welcoming Walter and offered a table.
Decor is simple yet comfortable.
I started with a cappuccino, ..... very nice, great coffee.
All served in Le Creuset cups and saucers.
Cutlery was all super clean, something I am in the habit of checking.
The menu was presented with not a huge choice, it included healthy offerings and more, but more than enough to whet most appetites.
I ordered the poached eggs with extra mushrooms and bacon 🥓.
My breakfast arrived shortly after and looked amazing, 5 rashers of bacon and a volumous amount of mushrooms, with 2 perfectly poached eggs and two slices of sourdough bread.
The bacon was top notch, (and I had heard others comment on this as I was eating), the mushrooms very tasty and as I said great medium poached eggs.
There was enough bacon and mushrooms to cover the second slice of bread.
I ordered a second cappucino as the first just wasn't enough to quench my coffee thirst !
Great service from Walter, amazing coffee from Fabrice.." the coffee Maestro " and not forgetting Happiness and Lusanda making magic in the kitchen. Thank you guys, nice to meet you all
This unassuming place is well worth a visit, well priced and away from the hustle and bustle.
A great spot for a meeting with coffee and good food.
I rate this 8 out of 10 and will definately be back.
Just a note, parking is limited and the local traffic constabulary are on the hunt. I stupidly parked on a yellow line, thinking it was Saturday and would be ok..... It cost me R 500 extra 😒
Besides that it was a great morning.
The food is always consistently good. An easy decision to make when you aren't sure where to get breakfast or lunch. The staff is super friendly and quick to help.
Waiters were super friendly
Food was really good and fresh
Drinks were amazing I would recommend the ice coffee
Parking was a mission but it still was amazing walking in the streets
I would recommend anyone here it’s lovely atmosphere
Wi-Fi is available
Good working environment
A most delightful neighbourhood corner locale with everything you'd expect from a coffee shop: Great coffee, delicious food (incl. healthy options), Wi-Fi and electrical outlets to plug in your laptop.
I really enjoy working there, it's most often bustling with all sorts of interesting clientele - friends catching up, serious business meetings, family drop ins before / after school, loners ;) etc
Super friendly and accommodating staff.
They have a generator for loadshedding.
Garth Breytenbach Poormanscaviar
+4
Great little spot hidden in the Claremont burbs. They have a little generator, so business as usual even when loadshedding.* Which kind of is a prerequisite for finding a nice spot these days.
Friendly efficient staff, food comes quickly and some nice brunch and brekkie type meals, great cuppa and good place for a catch-up with friends or to sit enjoy a pastry or coffee and do some work away from work.
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Superb café fare with exceptional service.
I write this review after yet another satisfying visit and confirmation of consistent quality in both product and service.
The cosy interior features home-style decor and a comfortable seating arrangement (card games to boot!), whilst the roadside exterior occupies a pleasant curbside existance, taking advantage of the sunlight and the songs of the urban birds. This duality allows the café to function as an ideal meeting place come rain or shine.
Particular mention must be made of the attentive and friendly nature of the serving staff. Patrons can expect a hearty reception, swift process of orders and, above all, a genuine hospitality.
With the essential hardware in place, one need only relax in the culinary delights and worthy coffee on offer. The array of health-conscious wraps and sandwiches (served in generous portions) are sure to cater to all dietary requirements. Those with a sweet tooth will take comfort in the freshly-baked temptations on display.
It is with full-confidence that I recommend Starlings Locale and encourage those in the area, as well as passers-by, to treat themselves to a good time.
Food is great, and coffee is really good.
No marked vegan options, but you can put together sides as an options.
Pillows and blankets are given on cold windy days, can get very cosy.
Get their iced coffee it is amazing!!! Super friendly and cool vibe, great place to work online. Only issue is not much parking.
One of my favourite breakfast spots. Reliable and great service.
Truely wonderful place with wonderful waiters. Food is incredible and very fresh and tastes amazing
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