Cafe cuisine: the best places to taste it in Johannesburg

The Fat Zebra

90/100 (783 ratings)

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Free off-street parking

Accepts Credit Cards

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Mid-range

"Great spot for breakfast and lunches. Food always great and fabulous staff. As a regular they know my order and the wine comes with ice. Service..."

Megan Barber

"Nice small cozy place, the menu is limited which makes selection quick but obviously this helps as what comes out that kitchen is top notch! Highly..."

Lee Martin

"Sets the standard for excellent service. Had breakfast there with the kids, it was full and busy, some issues with an over cooked egg and some..."

Ben-Piet Eduan Lotter

"The best breakfast & cuppacino I have ever had. My Eggs Benedict was divine. Kevin, the owner, is hands on and welcoming & the staff was well trained..."

Ansie Campher

"Excellent service... Awesome breakfast... They did a banting meal for me which was perfect... and the best damn coffee I've had in..."

Warren Gates

"Awesome restaurant, great service, nice vibe and yummy food. One of the best, chilled breakfast spots in joburg..."

Jana Porter

"My first visit, had the most delicious lunch. Service was excellent owner and waiter were very attentive. Will definately be..."

Michaela Smith

"Best breakfast spot after a morning run! Excellent service and food � keep it up..."

Lauren Spring

"Cane in today in a rush, 30 mins before a meeting. We asked for take-aways but the manager convinced us to sit down and rushed our order through,..."

Matt Caruana

"Thanks for yet another phenomenal evening. Brian and craig are true assets of The Fat Zebra. Tried the Rump pasta with prego sauce on the side...."

Matt Slater

"The best burger and service in Johburg. Craig and Brian are..."

Lelanie Slater

"Our regular when in town. We enjoy the breakfast and the super friendly service. ..."

Nonku & Baby💞

"Wonderful experience going to The Fat Zebra. Very friendly staff are there to help you. The food was quick and very tasty. The atmosphere was..."

Miguel Dos Santos

"Another adorable little brunch spot in jozi! The restaurant is really cute and has a very chill atmosphere. The menu has all the usual great brunch..."

Aisha Moolla

"Avi and Dean have really got an awesome vibe going, there food is wonderful, service is awesome. Well worth a try, we will be..."

Russell.heins3

"Absolutely loved having breakfast at The Fat Zebra. Food was good and staff was so friendly. I definitely recommend it...."

Cherise Bothma

"When I told people that I was going to Fat Zebra, I was warned that it was under new management and therefore may not be as good as it was earlier...."

Philip

"Such great service the owner will make you feel at home in this restuarant. They have a wide selection of disses including great starters with lots..."

Christelle

"Linden has really come up in the last few years. There are so many hidden gems here, and the one that stands out the most is The Fat..."

Nina Mancha

"Best place in Linden to chill over amazing desserts and personalized coffees whilst the sun sets in the background.Mduduzi our waiter was..."

Fabian Naidoo

"Lovely little restaurant in Linden. For starters we had the rib, and potato’s, they were full of flavour and portioned extremely well. Some of the..."

Byron Viljoen

"A real treat and hidden gem. I highly recommend their beef fillet with creamy mushroom sauce and potato cubes. The owner Kevin makes you feel..."

Melissa Marengo

"The Fat Zebra is a lovely, small restaurant Linden. Their waiters are friendly, charismatic and efficient. The manager/owner is usually around and is..."

Natalia Bonegio

"Fantastic dining experience!! Friendly staff, good service. We had creamy mushroom fillet and pasta with chicken, basil pesto and mushroom...."

Alta Laubscher

"I had the creamy mushroom fillet with chips, which was 7/10. Lovely presentation and the creamy mushroom sauce was rich and packed with flavour. The..."

Vinolin Naidoo

"We visited the Fat Zebra twice in the past month and were very happy with the quality and taste of their meals and their exceptional service. The..."

MelC

"Been going there for breakie each Saturday for s while now and my go to meal is the spicy tomato. Kevin runs a tight ship there and have never seen a..."

Graham

"Heard good things about this place but had difficulty locating it being hidden among other restaurants opposite Louw Geldenhuys Primary..."

Francois Marais Van Zyl

"We went for breakfast this morning. Drove about 30km to come check out this well rated joint. I highly enjoyed the hollandaise and salmon. Good..."

Verushka Bhagaloo

"What an outstanding breakfast spot this restaurant is. Everything was done to perfection and beautifully presented. Tasty food and a very pleasant..."

Lionel Shawe

"The spicy tomato and bacon is sooo yummy. The eggs Benedict is guaranteed to satisfy. The babalaas is decent - the chips are not handmade they are..."

Lisa.eve.reddy

"A cozy restaurant where the food is great, and service on point. The owner/manager is always there, making sure everything is running..."

Kev0's Food Adventures!

"Quaint restaurant, with the manger/owner often present. Tried both their breakfast menu and now the dinner menu. Have a great spread for everyone and..."

Purple Potatoes

"I post this review to my own detriment. I’m going to endorse this place, which will make it even more popular and harder to get in. There are..."

Andre Keartland

"Excellent food. Service wasn't great, needs to be worked on by paying more attention to people arriving and needing assistance. Creative, delicious..."

Megan Von Maltitz

"Amazing cappuccino’s, stylish pizza... This place is great for a trendy weekday breakfast. My favorite on the menu is the half portion Eggs..."

Ellie

"Very nice spot. Service a bit slow. Food was very good value. The chicken pasta was nice and spicy. Linden is definitely going up and not as..."

Philippe

"Amazing breakfasts! I love the attention to detail in the preparation and presentation. Will definitely go back! I love the decor and..."

Geno Bee

"Lovely decor and ambience. We waited 25minites to place our order which was long and our waiter was not that attentive BUT the food was amazing and..."

Lynn Rushton

"My mother and I went to the Fat Zebra for a quick tea and cake date. Upon arrival, the servers weren't incredibly friendly or particularly helpful...."

Danielle Botha

"Dalish! Friendly service and great food! The pizza is perfectly thin and cheesy. The pasta’s generous and tasty. The salad crisp, delicious and..."

Zani Bormann

"Great place for an intimate evening. Perfect for a casual date. Ordered a pizza, don't know where they get the salami but it's amazing. Breakfast..."

Mari Labuschagne

"Delicious food a great service, what more do you need? We didn't want long for our food and when it came out it tasted and looked amazing. Would..."

Samantha-Jane McClure

"We had a fantastic end of year lunch at the Fat Zebra. The food was delicious and service fast and efficient! Thank you Kevin for going to the..."

Simoné Clark

"Very lovely place, small and cozy. The service was great and the food was amazing. I had the rump it melted in my mouth. I definitely will be coming..."

Momelezi

"Just had the most afternoon at the Fat Zebra. The waiter, Craig was present and friendly from the moment we walked in. The owner, was also around to..."

Rene Van Rensburg

"I have wanted to go here for awhile and it was worth it. Smaller than most restaurants but cozy the staff and management was very friendly and..."

Dewald Katzke

"One of my favorite restaurants. Started off with Z platter which comes with the usual Italian cold meats and cheeses with crispy focaccia bread...."

Paulo Gaspar

"Excellent quality and a restaurant I keep on returning to. Good value for money too. Quality is kept high by not offering diners with a million..."

Eatery Explorer

"We had lunch at the Fat Zebra; friendly service and good food.Since it was Heritage day I had the Boerie roll which was delicious.Would definitely..."

Nadia Van Niekerk

"Really great food. Efficient and friendly service. Great value. Bacon crispy. Stack lovely. All in all glad we came. Thank you...."

Felicity Coughlan

"A lovely place for a leisurely lunch or dinner. The prego sauce is made with love and deliciousness and is a must try! Great service and will be back..."

Suvina

"What a fabulous find! Small restaurant with a great atmosphere and attentive staff. Mushroom pasta was just rich enough; pecan cheesecake light,..."

Melshocked

"On a whim decided to have take-aways and stopped at Fat Zebra. Had the fillet prego - Banting style. The peri-peri sauce is divine and complimented..."

Winton Windell

"Wow... what else is there to say the food is beyond this world. I ordered the fillet prego roll it was quite spicy but acidic salad balanced it out..."

Rick Sanchez

"Lovely! Very pleased with the level of service and how comfortable the restaurant is. Didn't wait long at all for our food, definitely..."

Dani Gama

"We had a delicious meal at Fat Zebra, my husband and I both had the fillet with mushroom sauce, it was cooked to perfection with mountains of sauce!..."

Caroline

"Arrived early enough to beat the church crowds. The Full Monty breakfast was fresh and delicious with a perfectly ripe half avocado. My daughter was..."

Craig Nicholson

"Got around to visit for a lunch and had a top filet and pepper source , still thinking about it. Impressed by the effort to put out a classy - tasty..."

Owen Tennant

"I'll definitely be a regular! Went for breakfast. All three of us ordered the Full Monty and it was lovely. The coffee is so good. I've had their..."

K

"We are eggs benedict addicts visiting from Cape Town and took a random chance. So so glad we did! Absolutely delicious and excellent service received..."

Jess Howard

"Cosy restaurant, and good food. I had the Verde pizza which was perfectly cheesy. Starter potatos was served with plain mayo - not aioli as..."

Reema Vather

"Hi had breakfast there on Saturday and lunch on Sunday and the food was superb as usual, the fillet steak was the best I have had in a long time,..."

Richard Friend

"They have the best, quality food in town! Steak better than Grillhouse, best best cheescake. All dishes are great here. And a big thank you to the..."

Judy Jude

"A great, cosy restaurant with excellent food and friendly service (TK was a really attentive waiter). Had the sliced rump (done perfectly), verde..."

Sachin Ram-Asary

"Quite a small venue in term of seating and area so definitely make sure you book. Cannot fault the food in any single way. The menu is small and..."

Carmen Purkiss

"Best place for cappuccinos, breakfasts, lazy lunches and early dinners. Small restaurant with owner manager feel and presence. Menu is small but food..."

Brady White

"The Fat Zebra is our go to restaurant in Linden. The food is consistently delicious, the service friendly and sharp. As regulars, the waiters..."

Delene Slabbert

"We arrived at The Fat Zebra for a dinner we had booked. We arrived on time and we're greeted and seated p0by the most wonderful gentleman by the name..."

Meagan Enslin

"This little spot has definitely had quite a lot of attention on it for some time now, so it was good to finally get a booking on a Friday evening...."

Love.Life.Daley

"Always a favourite for a lovely bite in a cosy, casual setting. Burgers and Pregos are still our favourite not to mention their desserts. They always..."

Sue Da Cal

"Visited Fat Zebra for a cosy dinner. The restaurant interior is small and intimate so make a booking. I loved the ambience, music and..."

Sam

"One of my favourite places... love the attention to detail, simple menu, everything tastes delicious and the service is excellent as well. Definitely..."

Taryn Moodley

"If you want to spoil yourself with a breakfast that will blow you away. The Fat Zebra is the place to go. My family and I can honestly say it's our..."

Edward Seaborne

"My fiancè and I are on a mission every Sunday to round up our top Breakfast spots in Jozi. This place definitely falls in our top 3, we have had the..."

Maria Mallick

"What a lovely morning spent on the sunny patio at the Fat Zebra. The staff are warm and friendly, my breakfast with the famous creamy mushrooms was..."

Sally Oberholzer

"We celebrated a friend's birthday at this fantastic little place. The service was great; friendly and efficient waiters. We had a mix of dishes but..."

LorinB

"4 of us chose this place as our lunch venue based on the great reviews they have got. A fun, vibey, busy restaurant. Our waiter, Craig, was well..."

Linda Webb

"What an incredible evening at this unassuming, casual spot (tucked away in Linden) that just blew us away last night.. As we were seated..."

Lauras World

"Got in easily on a Saturday night. Small and casual place; small and casual menu. There's nothing fancy - for supper it was basic salads, steaks,..."

Jill Nudelman

"Our second visit to The Fat Zebra and it didn't disappoint. For me, the best eggs benedict I've had in Johannesburg, if not SA, and I test this dish..."

Bev

"Wow! What an experience! Friendly staff, quick service and delicious food 😊 I think it's the perfect local restaurant for the Linden community...."

Carien Van Der Meer

"My boyfriend and I visited The Fat Zebra for the first time on Thursday evening. What an absolute treat! Our waiter, Craig was brilliant! His advice..."

Mari

"Great spot. Whether it is breakfast lunch or a casual dinner this place doesn't disappoint. Service is fast and friendly. The food is a pleasure and..."

Greg Marcia

"I loved the breakfast stack with peanut butter and crispy bacon, the staff was super friendly and the coffee was bliss, I also loved that there was a..."

Jerry

"Probably my favorite Linden breakfast spot. Personally I can recommend The Elvis with a double shot latte for anyone with a sweet breakfast tooth...."

Carina Van Brummelen

"Was absolutely perfect. Great food, great service and an even better cheese cake. The place is extremely cosy. Great for breakfast and lunch...."

Rotondwa Sadiki

"A friend and I met up for a quick lunch. The owner was friendly and chatty and advised us on what we should order, after asking us a few questions..."

Melissa Fouche

"When the owner & head chef makes an effort to greet each customer then you know it's a start of something special. Creamy & fluffy eggs,..."

Rafiq

"Five of us ladies had a birthday lunch there yesterday! We were so impressed with the whole experience! The atmosphere was so pleasant and..."

Janey Spence

"What a little gem! My sister introduced me to this little spot and it really is top notch. A quiet, quaint place that focuses on good food and good..."

Michelle De Power

"What an enjoyable experience at the Fat Zebra! It really was the epitome of what Saturday mornings should be: good coffee (courtesy of 4th Avenue..."

Nathan King

"Great place for breakfast, the eggs Benedict are fabulous...and they do half portions which is welcomed! The coffee is some of the best in the area...."

Emma Jane Ashworth

"Decided to order the full month breakfast. The food was great as it was not too salty, eggs poached to how I love them, medium! The favourite was..."

Ling

"Everything we could ask of a restaurant! Great vibe, great food and probably the best service and waiters we've experienced around Jhb. Tried a..."

Michael Morton

"Okay so originally my post was only saying good things, now im afraid I have to change that to great not just good Not sure who the gentleman is..."

Gramo

The Grind Coffee Company

89/100 (1283 ratings)

Coffee & Tea

Vegetarian Friendly

Cafe

Vegetarian Friendly

Lunch

Café

Seating

Free Wifi

Accepts Credit Cards

Takeout

Lunch

Mid-range

"Just got takeaway cappuccinos & they are the yummiest I have ever tasted! Thanks for making this random chilly day way..."

Kate Marriott

"I absolutely loved the coffee in a cone. the staff were phenomenal and made me feel so welcome. definitely worth..."

Patricia Hutchison

"Nice small cafe. Only go for the coffee in a cone. Unique. The tea was lovely. The place is quite small but there is a seating area outside in the..."

Nikhil ॐ Solanki

"Great decor, loved my reusable Coffee cup, made of glass, came with a great latte too, will def be using it for a long..."

Lynette Penny

"What GREAT coffee , what a brilliant concept !! Just added to my return experience to SA !!! Am back in Canada n suggesting to all "returning" to go..."

Mandy Heyman

"Amazing coffee ☕️ in a chocolate coated sugar cone and fabulous service too! Thank..."

Anna Suzzi Surmon

"Great service, amazing coffee and the banana bread is to die..."

Paige Lacroix

"It was an amazing experience - loved the coffee in cone�. Also situated at one of my favourite places Melrose Arch so I will be back..."

Rochelle Starr Singram

"I just started working near the Grind and the coffee is awesome. A must try. # bucket..."

Wayne Kreunen

"Had my first Matcha Cone and an awesomazing bowl of Acai..!! Totally value for..."

Zaidi Sabtu-Ramli

"Had to try the "most photographed coffee on instagram" and I certainly was NOT disappointed. Loved the decor, the coffee and the..."

Anthea Smith

"Best ☕️ in South Africa- period. The number of Cyclists 🚴 there says it..."

Patterson Brian

"Very impressed with the Coffie and that gluten free banana bread... I will be back for..."

Baron Marshall

"Best coffee in..."

Anastasia Vorisek

"We decided to do coffee hopping (going to different coffee shops in one day within the area) and this was definitely one of the top ones. Tried all..."

Loveroffood

"nice to have something different....a small coffee shop that you can pop into and get great coffee. I had coffee in a cone, very tasty but not for..."

Tarryn

"Great coffee must try!! Coffee in a Cone!! Cappuccino and Matcha ☕️ gets valuable for money with this option. The coffee shop is situated in a..."

Little Miss Rabbit 🐇

"Great from start to finish! Loved the enthusiasm of the employees and the relaxed vibe. I really enjoyed the coffee in a cone, never seen or had that..."

Ashley Krige

"The coffee is fantastic, tasty and nice and strong. I had a cappuccino in a cone. I wouldn't add sugar as there is a delicious amount of chocolate..."

Kylie Jade Botes

"Finally had my coffee in a cone!! I like how chilled and laid back the place is. The cone definately needs a second shot of coffee, but I loved the..."

Prasantha Bisetty

"Amazing coffee in cone, covered with chocolate on the inside. Cycling atmosphere with friendly staff. Quick stop shop for a morning chocolate coffee..."

Theresekruger01

"Cute quirky coffee place ... had an express but later only saw this interesting concept of coffee/cappuccino/hot chocolate in a cone ... definitely..."

Renata Kara

"Very unique shop, I love the idea of the coffee in a cone. Even the cone itself tasted amazing with the chocolate melted inside. Definitely will be..."

FatCake101

"Stopped by to see what all the fuss was about. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The coffee in a cone works out really nicely as a dessert. Felt..."

Marcio Lopes

"The cone was delicious, the cappuccino on the other hand was very unbalanced but that's to be expected from the volume of the cone. The cone was..."

Decclan Lawrence

"Such a cute place, a little small and easy to miss it is inside a cycle store. But cozy, chilled vibes, friendly people. All in all a pleasant visit..."

Ameera Sackoor

"This Açia bowl I will come for every morning when I'm in town! 😬 their strawberry bowl is good too! And even better is their display of healthy..."

Talia Lee Cohen

"Definitely worth the trip. The chocolate in the cone is on it's own incredible the genius behind this concoction deserves some other kind of..."

The Hungry Blonde

"One of the best coffee shops around! Their signature #coffeeinacone is a delightful combination of chocolate and coffee. My matcha green tea latte in..."

Robyn Hewitt

"Love the coffee in a cone idea! Really good coffee and a unique concept! Very small space so it's understandable that the menu is limited. Staff..."

Samantha Walker

"I don't understand how people can really like this place and rate it low.There is no kitchen, but there are snacks to have with your..."

Fabio Chieregati Passarelli

"Great coffee and smoothie bowls. Was disappointed that they did not have any of their healthy banana bread at 9am on a Saturday morning as this was..."

The Cutlery Chronicles

"Great coffee, with a nice selection of different variations. The banana bread is a must, served with macadamia nut butter. Great place in summer to..."

Simon Spurr

"The coffee is quite good - strong yet smooth. The cone is a novelty we wouldn't repeat; we like the idea, but the chocolate lining is quite sweet and..."

Grant & Sam

"This store is located inside a cycling shop. Really lovely coffee and iced coffee available and an unusual concept with fun decor. I wasn't too taken..."

Tam Loves Food

"The entire experience of having coffee in a cone is awesome. Not many people enjoy coffee that was. Some enjoy it room temperature, one down and..."

Kineta Hari

"Solid cup of coffee and great service. Nice place to just go and chill, especially if you enjoy cycling. Would give it a higher rating if there were..."

Glynn Allen

"Great coffee spot part of a cycling store. Menu has an extensive list of the different coffees. The coffee is absolutely spot on. They are famous for..."

Irfaan

"This place is just beautiful. Located in melrose arch inside/near a bike store. They flaunt their take on a coffee. What's amazing about it is that..."

Abdullah Mahamed

"Coffee in a cone !! Or my version -- hot chocolate in a cone -- aside from the quantity being too small -- i love the concept !! The cone is lined..."

Raeesa_e

"Wow wow wow..my favourite things all in one coffee, chocolate, sugar cone...need I say more..u have to go try this its fabulous absolutely loved..."

Fatima Kamrudin Mamod

"Coffee in a chocolate ice cream cone - that is all! Great coffee and a lonely spot for meetings - order tea or get a health drink! The shop is in a..."

TheVisualFox

"Pure magic concept for anyone looking for something unique and trendy in Joburg. Coffee in a cone was delicious can definitely say I will be back for..."

Pascale Prinsloo

"Really good coffee in a chocolate covered waffle cone, something to really get excited about!Id definitely go back really soon Johann..."

Christiaan Strydom

"Fantastic coffees, from delicious cappuccinos to awesome draught coffee. Their gluten free banana bread with almond butter is definitely a must have!..."

Rachelle Walsh

"My husband visited The Grind a while back and was one of the first to try their specialty of Coffee in a Cone. He kept raving about it and finally I..."

Binita Mistry

"I'm not a coffee lover but when I went along with friends I was intrigued by their coffee in a cone- which was quite good. The service and branding..."

Jenny Louw

"Next to the Fire & Ice hotel, this gem of a spot does the best banana bread and honey and has amazing coffee, highly recommended and the banana..."

Annie Hodes

"Absolutely love the concept of this place, coffee in a cone has surely taken off and made these guys famous. The machiatto in a cone was devine. The..."

Stacey Norsworthy

"The Grind is a vibey place to hang out any day of the week. The coffee in the cone is a unique idea and something fun to enjoy with friends...."

Kyla Meyerson

"The grind coffee company is famous for its Gourmet "Coffee in a cone" drink. There are 4 Flavors to choose from such as Cappuccino , Double Espresso..."

Azrah Kadwa

"Go for the cappuccino cone!! It is so worth it and delicious!!! It's a small cappuccino in an ice cream cone that is lined with rich and tasty..."

Smelly Celly

"I visited The Grind Coffee Company when I first arrived In Jozi few months ago. It's easy to find, free parking & simply different. The staff are..."

Björn Luciano Salsone

"For a different vibe and an amazing coffee experience this is the place to go. Don't normally drink expresso but this was an experience of a..."

Ivone Da Silva

"This was a coffee bucket list experience! I was so excited to drink a my favourite drink out of a cone filled with chocolate. The service was fast en..."

Wilmari Bosman

"Finally got to try the coffee in a cone and boy what a delightful experience. The pairing of good quality strong coffee with equally as amazing..."

Nkateko Nkuna

"Went on a Sunday afternoon, and it was packed! Didn't get the quiet coffee I was hoping for.. But that is no fault of theirs! There was limited..."

Michael Morton

"A tiny but beautiful space.The service; teller/owner not really friendly or mean but rather just straight forward.. Maybe it was just a bad day..."

Valery Mthunywa

"Delicious coffee! We love the gluten free banana bread with honey and nut butter.The coffee in a cone is novel and delicious. However we prefer..."

Sarah

"The Grind is more than just a coffee shop, its a coffee experience. Extremely knowledgeable, friendly and tailor made service invites you go back for..."

Jayden Bigfish Wright

"I love the Grind only for their coffee in a cone! I tried the espresso earlier this year, and then subsequently the hot chocolate in a cone (very..."

Nafisa Akabor

"An amazing little spot with energetic staff and awesome coffee. A little confusing with their different types of coffee. I went for the traditional..."

Your Taste Buds

"Great place for a coffee. Love the decor. Excellent coffee. Friendly service. I quite enjoyed their coffee in a cone. The Grind Coffee Company is..."

Willem Du Plessis

"A must try! The chocolate coffee cone is a definite winner. Definitely for those who are in dire need of a pick me up. Quick shot of coffee inside an..."

Roueshka

"We had to try this coffee shop because of its popular coffee in a cone. Macchiato paired with dark chocolate is a delicious combination and they..."

Genevieve Law

"Delicious coffee and the baristas know their stuff. As a coffee connoisseur, it's always nice visiting a coffee spot where their passion is what they..."

Minkys

"A small coffee shop within a cycle shop (close to the Fire and Ice hotel) - a unique way to have your coffee...in a cone! Service is friendly however..."

Kevin Barrie Levy

"#GRINDCONE .. Absolutely LOVE this coffee concept !! Perfect start to a chilly Sunday morning !! Delicious Cappuccino in a chocolate sugar cone..."

Tay

"The Flat White is one of the best I've had.Seems to me that the coffee is fresh and the baristas know what they are doing.The..."

Michael

"Great coffee, and they offer soya and almond milk. I really love that they sale Paul's Ice Cream. A great way to start the day with a delicious..."

Justin Andrew Dingwall

"Brilliant idea to serve coffee in a chocolate coated cone! I've never tried it, so my anticipation and curiosity finally got answers. If you love..."

Wendy

"Would definitely recommend the 'coffee in a cone'. It's a bit pricey (at 40 bucks for a coffee), but I think that it's something every coffee-loving..."

Jolene

"Looking for something new? Want to be part of the cool kids? 😎 Look no further.. The Grind Coffee Company has brought something new to the table,..."

The Pretoria Explorer

"So after seeing many pictures of the famous "Grind cup", we decided that we had to go and try it out for ourselves. The actually coffee shop is very..."

Ess07

"This is the second time I've visited The Grind in the last week and I think it's safe to say that this fantastic spot is quickly climbing up in my..."

Thameenah Vadi

"My friend suggested we meet at The Grind Coffee Company for a catch up to try their famed coffee cone! Until then I had not heard of them or such..."

Laura-Ashley

"Chances are that I was totally hyped up by the amazing pictures of The Cone and their awesome Instagram page, because sadly this charming little..."

Julia Louise Domanski

"What a great concept. Coffee is absolutely great! The service is always friendly and warm. I have yet still to try the coffee in a cone but the rest..."

Andrea Herman

"I am a coffee fiend. There is a lot about Grind that really makes me feel like they are innovating how they deliver/make coffee. Firstly, you can..."

Kelly Ansara

"Have heard a lot about grind cafe and the coffee cone so had to try it out. The Grind is situated at the front of Concept cycle store. Ordered the..."

Saiyuri

"The Grind is difficult to find as it is hidden and located on the side of how is Melrose Arch next to BMW. There is not a lot of ambiance..."

Marie

"Went in for a quick coffee.... Tried their iced latte and it was amazing. The service was quick and staff friendly. Will be definitely be back for..."

Kate Leigh Walker

"Super friendly service. Expert baristas. The owner is hands on really and passionate about coffee. The coffee is excellent, highly recommend the flat..."

Nishela Ramgoolam

"Had the most delicious macchiato in a chocolate lined sugar cone, it was the best combination of dessert/coffee. Will definitely be back for another!..."

Rose Marie Pereira

"Macchiato in a chocolate sugar cone!Doesn't get better👌Great service! Oh and the cool part is, as a patron you're allowed access to park..."

Abdul Haq

"My rating of this place is based purely on what I had...a chocolate covered sugar cone with a shot of espresso in it...pure perfection. Wouldn't go..."

Sharima Bramannan

"This guy Dayne is probably one of the most enthusiastic and passionate Baristas out there, with innovations like cold coffee on tap, coffee in a..."

Yash Lucid

"Oh wow, I have a love for trying new and unique things. They trended in south Africa with the #thegrindcone, and from the moment I heard of this..."

Nadi

"Arguably the best cup of coffee in JHB backed up with great service.The allocated parking bays make this a great everyday..."

Anton Gillis

"Fun little outting with friends. Worth the travels, the grind no doubt the highlight of the trip. Staff were friendly, a tad slow with ringing..."

Nicola Fox

"Delicious new coffee shop and perfectly placed in the heart of Melrose Arch. Try the grind cone which is coffee in a chocolate iced cone. The thing..."

Natalie Lazaris

"The Grind shares its space with a bicycle shop so the seating is limited but it's very trendy. The barista is helpful and the service is friendly and..."

Jaynisha Patel

"What an experience! Been wanting to try #TheGrindCone for weeks now, and had such a lovely time! Novelty gourmet coffee at its best, the grind cone..."

Sarah

"Best coffee shop in Joburg - so original with all delicious healthy snacks and health drinks. Everything I have had there has been amazing from the..."

Date Night

"At its core The Grind is about speciality coffee but over the short time they've been open it has grown into so much more than that. With its ever..."

TheJoburgFoodie

"Popped in this morning to sample the much anticipated Grind Cone, and I found this little gem of a coffeeshop tucked away in the Melrose Cycle Shop...."

Lauras World

"Coffee in a cone, what an awesome concept! The cafe also offers great gluten free banana bread, cappuccino's and cold pressed juices. The service and..."

Bleedingears

"A great spot to observe the fashions and the high end motor vehicles passing bye. A multi utility spot with bike shop, remote working stations and..."

David Smythe

"Loved it here! The staff is very friendly and helpful! The food is really good, the coffee is very good, we had a peanut smoothie bowl, the salted..."

Jo V

"Stayed over the road for the night and wanted somewhere different for breakfast. We had walked passed the grind the night before and were a bit..."

Dave Selkirk

"Home to great Cappuccino and Chai Latte to die for! A chilled and relaxed..."

Hafeeza Mayet

"Walked in here for breakfast and coffee on a chilly morning. The staff are excellent and make you feel right at home. We had cauliflower wings, eggs..."

Swapnil D

"My new fav coffee spot in Melrose Arch! Great coffee that is expertly brewed and presented. Awesome space. Delicious menu. Great value for money...."

William Price

"The Grind Coffee Company @melrosearch.This place is so beautiful and gorgeous. The decor is amazing. It has downstairs and upstairs. It also has..."

Rori's Review

"Had heard a lot about the coffee in a cone. Gimmicky? You best believe is but with a full flavoured espresso it could not be faulted..A delectable..."

bongai zamchiya

"Great food and beautiful restaurant with friendly staff. Good variety of vegetarian and vegan..."

Kiren Pillay

"This place is delightful. What a find. Apart from anything else, the food and the coffee are amazing…. The vibe is perfect - relaxing and..."

Gav Lar

"Amazing place. Love the ambiance and the food. Also have vegan muffins which are to die for. I also love the cycle shop . It’s like a candy..."

Given Selepe

"Cool setting (inside a cycling shop). Good coffee. Somewhat overpriced but that seems to be the trend amongst coffee places in Johannesburg. Easy and..."

Robert Uys

"I love to go to The Grind with my friends to catch up with some coffee and their healthy and veg options. Food is yummy. They have vegan option, too...."

Mohini Patel

"Apart from restrooms that are never clean, the place is definitely a gem. Good food, good..."

Khanyisile Mahlangu

"Delicious food! Quick service! And such a cool vibe, love coming here to work..."

Andrea Junge

"Great Service, the staff are very friendly and always take pride in their craft... Great Coffee always and worth every drop!!! Highly..."

lucien granger

"Awesome coffee in a different way! Very friendly..."

Terence Teixeira

"Cafe with good service, tasty menu options, great coffee and..."

Jo v Heerden

"Just a really great place, great people and a good place, with proper work stations (a boardrooms if you need some privacy). Menu is predominantly..."

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