Cafe cuisine: the best places to taste it in Johannesburg

"Great service! Friendly and knowledgeable waiter. Burgers were very tasty and portions were generous. The cocktails are delicious! Lovely small..."

Ross Drakes

Tebogo Mphuthi

Our Coffee Shop And Patisserie

Cafe 28

Alessandro Lanteri

"Authentic Italian dining, with the option of eating out (Covid-willing) or home delivery in the Sandton area.. What's not to love? Café..."

Lauras World

"A nice place to find the real Neapolitan pizza , all the ingredients are typically Italian and the quality is really good . It’s a pity that is..."

Mel Dep

"Andrea has brought Milano to Jozi! Friday night Pizza’s took me back to Italy with the light crisp bases and delicious toppings. The staff were..."

Yummy!

"All we can say is a massive thank you to the management and staff at Cafe28. They really saved our bacon for an event we needed to host for our..."

Tayla Wagner

"We had the most wonderful evening at Cafe 28 celebrating a beautiful bride to be. A massive thank you to the Cafe 28 team for making the night a..."

Kirsten Hancock

"There's not enough stars here!! What a fantastic authentic italian meal! Thin pizza, delicious gelato.. (hazelnut choc one u gotta try!!) Excellent..."

Halona Naidoo

"Been here multiple times and will never go to another Italian restaurant because this is the “Italian” restaurant. Imported cheese, tomatoes,..."

Shannon Roos

"I had the pizza and a fresh juice. Very filling, may be the best pizza I've had in South Africa so far. Fresh tasting ingredients and good service...."

David Jansen op de Haar

"I've been to Cafe 28 twice so far. The food and service is absolutely amazing. It's in a beautiful setting with fresh food to go with a chilled..."

Michelle Milton

"Thanks to Alessio and staff , nothing but praises for this restaurant. My wife does not like Pizza but her mind has been changed today. She asked me..."

Rory Ramsay

"I went here for neopolitan pizza that’s been hyped about at cafe 28. Wondering if they can walk the talk. Well they did, awesome authentic pizza to..."

Dan Moodley

"Casual, safe setting with lovely skyline view from the deck. Great setting to unwind, not pretentious! Good selection of pizzas, pastas, wines &..."

Lauren Rota

"Good tasting pizza base with a chewy texture although the centre is really soft and I would’ve preferred it more cooked. Topping was..."

Val Kano

"Undoubtedly, the best pizza in johannesburg! Neopolitan old school authentic !! Fresh Ingredients, which u don't mind paying for I've been coming..."

nicci bakos

"A wonderful Italian pizzeria located on a mini golf course. The location is beautiful and the food matches. We had the pizza and it was excellent. ..."

Brad Hofman

"This is the real deal. The only way to beat this is to get onto a plane to Rome. And the prices aren't too bad either. Just be warned, that fresh..."

Thavash Govender

"Wow… impressed with the quality and taste of the Neapolitan pizza. Best so far I have tasted in SA. Almost close to the one I had in Naples. A must..."

Suchismita Simhadri

"We stumbled across this hidden gem after a game of Padel. Sitting outdoors with the garden view was just what we needed. The food was absolutely..."

Rebecca Pillay

"Cafe 28 @ Sandton is the place to be, I really enjoyed the vibe of the place, especially upstairs, beautiful view with a breath of fresh air... I..."

Boat “God” Makhubu

"Our firm hosted our End of Year party at Cafe 28 this past weekend, and it was the best one we have ever had! The service from Alessio, Joseph,..."

Uraysha Ramracheya

"The best of the best. Wonderfully authentic neopolitan pizzas that are beyond amazing. Basically perfection. The location is awesome. The manager,..."

Veeba Bhavanbhai

"Drive to the inanda office park (Google maps takes you to another office park) and have your drivers licence ready to be checked in my security. This..."

Michelle Kahn

Chateau Gateaux Patisserie

Wheelchair Accessible

Takeout

Breakfast

Mid-range

"Really really really delicious baked goods and the coffee is revolutionary make sure to get it with coconut milk, you will not go..."

Cole

"I didn’t stay to eat, but the staff was very friendly, they informed me of all the current specials they were running and they got my order ready..."

Neo Ramagaga

"Every week we go to chateau gateaux to try new cakes and all are delicious , you can also order a full cake to take away . Also the croissants are..."

Mel Dep

"Simply put: excellence! Been craving chocolate cake for a while but I don’t like delicacies that are too sweet. This chocolate cake cake..."

Vinolin Naidoo

"Brilliant little spot to grab a slice of cake and a cup of coffee. I had the chocolate mousse cake with a cappachino and it was divine. Will be back..."

Meagan

"decided to get mini cakes instead of one big one for my birthday....my favourite was the chocolate....the crumb had such a nice rich taste....the..."

Tarryn

"My friend and I were craving something sweet so we decide to visit Chateau gateaux. They have a wonderful array of cakes and the overall..."

Gracie Kay

"Mouth watering display of cakes and pastries...absolutely sinful! My favorite is their almond croissant filled with almond butter (yummeee!) and..."

Ashdesai5

"OMG the best cake ever. I am a lover of orange chocolate and their Austrian Chocolate Mousse cake is amazing. It's going to be hard to walk past..."

Carole Craggs

"Lovely cake shop with a wide variety and excellent service. Our favourites are the cheesecakes (lemon and strawberry), cookies and cream and the..."

Nadhiya

"My friend bought me this cake for my birthday...it might have been the best gift I received on the day! Decadent, moist, fresh, dark and sweet it was..."

Sabeeha Dawood

"Love cute cake and coffee places. Generally the name Chateau Gateaux is associated with delicious cakes in a variety of options. My only reason for..."

Fatima Moosa

"My fav place to hang out on Sunday mornings - I was living nearby and I would walk by illovo to enjoy a crispy cool morning with a cup of hot..."

Get In My Belly

"My favourite spot, I enjoy coming here having a cup of coffee & trying a new slice of some cake I had last when I was a child or never even had ever..."

Wayne Henry

"I normally order the big frozen cakes for an occasion so my review is purely based on that because I have not tried their individual options...."

Priya

"These cakes are delicious and wonderfully indulgent! The presentation and styling is tad cheesy, but it's made up for by good quality ingredients and..."

Joash Narainsamy

"Delicious, decadent desserts and fragrant and bold coffee. A lot of variety making it difficult to choose. Tried the passionate lemon cheesecake and..."

Nwsnyman

"At Château Gâteaux, I have found that the phrase "consistency is key" is a phrase that their products are modelled on, from individual cakes to..."

I_Viewfoods

"I have had bought both the black forest and the mozart cake and followed the instructions to thaw it. Both were absolutely delicious. The cherries in..."

Desiree Pillay

"Perfect date with my husband. Cakes are always well worth the cheat day. Cake was fresh and the coffee was beyond amazing. Definitely a hidden..."

Mumtaz Moosa Saley

"I always find that the Chateau Gateaux desserts are easy on the eye. The taste can be better. I had two of my favorites...the Mississippi mud pie and..."

Sharima Bramannan

"What a lovely new york cheesecake with an awesome friend. Such a gem! Treat yourself to a great experience with the best sweet things in a Gauteng,..."

Melissa Claassens

"Such a cute little French patisserie which is a perfect spot to pop into when those Sunday afternoon cake cravings hit.Conveniently..."

Ashley

"25.03.2017 Stopped here to get some indulgent treat's for the family. I was amazed at the variety this small shop has. I was also impressed that they..."

The Food Musketeer

"The staff is helpful and friendly. They have the most divine coffees! I would suggest that you try their passionate lemon cheesecake. You will not be..."

Boitumelo Khunou

"This is the best place to get dessert from in Joburg. Every item is made to look beautiful and the taste is just as amazing. My firm favourites are..."

Zara Khan

"Some really good cakes and a good verity. You can buy full cake or just by the slice. Can't you just make some fresh fruit juice not just the Sir..."

Andries Christine Van Staden

"What's not to like with this french influenced bakery. Firstly the cakes and pastries are to die for. Secondly they make really good coffee. Flat..."

Natalie Lazaris

"I am a sucker for pastries and dessert so any place with a good-looking dessert menu automatically goes on my bookmark list.When we arrived at..."

Courtney StarBerry

"Now I know what the hype is about. Pretty setting, good service and the cakes are consistently the Best I've had, especially the Mozart cake!..."

Foodeater

"Fantastic stop for an early morning coffee. Coffee is divine. Savory pastries are limited but tasty. Probably the best croissants in Johannesburg...."

SamuelandJacinta Pather

"We have tried quite a lot of the cakes and tarts on offer, and have enjoyed all. We have not dined there, so can't comment on service from that..."

Grant & Sam

"My friends bought my birthday cake from this branch and it was absolutely delicious! They got the Walnut Truffle cake and I thoroughly enjoyed it...."

Neelaм

"This is my go-to cake shop. I'm pretty sure this place is what heaven looks like. I'd have to say that walnut truffle cake is my favourite, followed..."

Deepa Daya

"Toffee apple tart: Try it!Ask for extra creamThey also have a full savoury range, the quiches look amazing.******Omg..."

Eve

"My go-to place for cakes and to satisfy any sweet craving. Best New York baked cheesecake, Chocolate volcano, Red Velvet, Carrot Cake and and and...."

Reema Vather

"After a week of craving nothing but carrot cake, I decided to stop by the patisserie I've heard so much about. I went with a friend, Jolene, and we..."

Christiaan Strydom

"We decided to stop here for a cheat treat and we were very impressed. The little shop is very cosy and the cakes on display are beautiful. We had..."

Jolene

"Their mini desserts are presented so beautifully. We grabbed a few after dinner and unfortunately I was disappointed. Some were pretty good and some..."

Jenny Louw

"I can still remember my first experience as I entered the Château Gâteaux Patisserie in Illovo – by accident. My eyes lingered, I had to stop..."

Nabihah Plaatjes

"Such a nice spot to have a coffee and a piece of cake with your friends. It's very centrally and conveniently located in Thrupps Centre in Illovo. It..."

Tiffany

"The cakes were amazing, strawberry cheesecake, Mississippi mud pie chocolate cake and Oreo cake is definitely worth a try! Paired with a nice..."

Kev0's Food Adventures!

"I was spoilt with so many options when choosing an afternoon treat, everything looked delicious.We decided to try the New York baked..."

Chanel Pillay

"Popped into Château Gateaux in Illovo. Having already had my 2 cups of coffee for the day , I tried their steamed chai latte. It was delicious and..."

Francesca Favero

"Great service. Friendly staff. Some yummy treats. Chocolate volcano and the baked cheesecake are recommended. Conveniently located in the Thrupps..."

Marlini

"With perfect sized treats in a wide range you will struggle to choose what to nibble on whilst you enjoy your coffee. I am a little scared I..."

Abi Clark

"Love the cakes on sale here, they are a firm favourite and we come back to order for every birthday or special event. The Mozart cake and the..."

Tam Loves Food

"This place makes the best cakes in Joburg. Small coffee shop with superb cakes. I've tried a few of their cakes, all great but nothing beats their..."

Stefi

"This quaint venue has become synonymous with their decadent Mozart cake. It is absolutely delicious. I've had their sandwiches as well which is..."

NazmiraS

"This place reminds me of patisserie in Paris ,lovely little desserts,tried a croissant which was good,not a big place though,drinks were nothing..."

A Foodie Travels

"Delightful charming coffee spot, loved my chai latte served with a piece of chocolate pretzel, so delicious my friend tried to buy more but they are..."

Annie Hodes

"The most amazing boulangerie en Afrique du sud. Ils offrent un très large choix. ore leurs croissants au chocolat et gâteaux au fromage en banque!..."

Devin Sage

"My go-to birthday cake patisserie that never disappoints. The flavors are exquisite and the service friendly. My family adores the hazelnut gateaux,..."

TheHungryKat

"Magnifique! Delicieux! Je suis amoreuse ❤️ That's about the extent of what I remember of my high school French classes. I do, though, have very..."

KarmaZebra

"This is a sort walk from my office and as a result it has become one of our favourite spots for a celebration.We came to celebrate the..."

Jenna Monteith

"What an absolute delightful experience! This is definitely not a place that you can just walk by and not be tempted by the extraordinary..."

Ebeth

"This is such an awesome bakery/cafe and is usually the best place to grab a dessert or two a day before an event as its frozen so stays fresh. My..."

Yolleen

"One of my favourite patisseries in town. The cheese cakes are my absolute favorite. It's a place I always visit when I'm nearby. Other things I..."

Shane Lin

"Love their Cheese cake and Tiramisu, the black forest was a bit too sweet. Appreciate the take away box divider. Takea away cake is about R27 a piece..."

Kim Chi

"A gem of a spot to get great pastries and amazing cakes for any occasion. Can also sit in and order breakfast and good coffee, as well as add a sweet..."

Anandie

"This is a great little patisserie which serves a wide selection of delicious treats, whether you sit down for a cake and coffee or get a cake for a..."

Karen Saad

"A piece of Paris in the heart of Sandton. You can really order anything on the menu; and it is guaranteed to melt in your mouth and have you coming..."

Elouise Pretorius

"It's desserts are really tasty. I have also enjoyed their Americano coffee. They have quite a lot variety of cakes and desserts. Staff were friendly..."

Kadir

"French flair in South Africa.A great spot to grab a coffee and enjoy some good cake. Still one of my favourite sweet spots. The cakes are really..."

Melissa Marangoh

"When you're just craving something absolutely divine, Chateau Gateaux is where you gotta go. They have every treat you could possibly think up and..."

Maxine Gunzenhauser

"The best place to go and pick up a late birthday cake or for a special occasion. I usually get my B-day delights here , this year went back to get..."

Zaakiyah

"Amazing!! The cakes and pastries? Far too delicious for words... I had a chocolate volcano which was amazing! I love how they have smaller cakes for..."

Marika_Mav

"C'est magnifique! Chateau Gateaux is a perfect little spot for those of you who have a craving for some cake and coffee/tea. I had the privilege of..."

Michael Cloete

"Fabulous patisserie with a huge selection of beautifully crafted, decadent desserts. The Belgica caramel tart was heavenly and the hot mud pudding..."

Foodilicious Escapades By Mia

"It's freezing and raining and that kind of day needs a cheat day,so off we went for some mouth watering desserts. The place was full inside and..."

Natasha Lutz

"The service, first of all, was spectacular and the deserts were absolutely decadent. The two lattes we had was also devine.Would recommend..."

Nadine Le Grange

"Divinely decadent pastries, amazing service and awesome atmosphere! I highly recommend this patisserie to any dessert lover out there. Well worth a..."

Ronel Le Grange

"The cakes are delicious and classic with a twist. If you had to close your eyes and guess what you were eating you'd be there all day, the flavored..."

Carmen

"Today was my first time at this lovely little patisserie! They serve some good coffee and a heavenly selection of pastries and desserts - perfect..."

Anisha Lutchman

"Possibly one of my favourite patisseries in SA. They have a wide selection of cakes and tarts as well as some cafe food if you in the mood for..."

Epicurean Republic

"I love their New York baked cheesecake and the rococo choc and the Mozart and the cookies and cream and lots more! They are pricey but it's worth it..."

Kim

"If you are looking to grab a sweet treat, then I would highly recommend Chateau Gateaux! Not only were their cakes delicious, but also very well..."

Laura Buck

"I can't believe I have never been to Chateau Gateaux before! They have the most delicious cakes especially the double decker chocolate tart! It is..."

Caitlin Hanck

"If Snow White had known about this place she would have declined that rosy red apple in a heart beat..I stopped in for a coffee with..."

Caron Whitfield

"OMG! The best little cakes and tarts in Illovo. Wow. We ordered a variety for a work meeting and we were all blown away. Every little thing tasted..."

Lisa

"Great little patisserie close to home. Serves up good coffee and their pastries are 1st class A+++ best in class. Also bought a verrrry expensive..."

Darryl W

"Going on a 31 day healthy eating plan. It entails no sugar in my diet so naturally I had to have my last purge. Had the cookies and cream cake as..."

Middleclassconcerns

"The coffee here is delicious! The pastries and cakes are fresh, and just mouthwatering. This place is perfect for a quick coffee stop if you're in..."

Cherice Whewell

"Let's sum this up in one word : DECADENT!!! Always good, brilliant value for money. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable And it's easy and..."

Jill Okkers

"A very quaint little place with quite a large selection of cakes and other sweets. I think I must have walked up and down for about five minutes..."

Asian Foodie

"A wide and impressive range of delicious delicacies🍰 absolutely rich in flavour and very worth waking up early and getting out of bed for a..."

Ridhwaanah

"This place is a gem. The cakes are delicious. Try the Mozart cake it's absolutely heaven! Eat there and take away. I try visit as often as I can...."

Lisa

"Chateau Gateaux is an amazing patisserie in the heart of illovo. The mozzart cake is simply amazing and the picasso cake is like a real piece of art!..."

Mahdiya Mia

"As the name would suggest, Chateau Gateaux, is a little European styled bakery and tea room. You order beautiful little cakes and desserts from the..."

Christine M

"A colleague from work bought a cake from here and shared it with us for his birthday. Absolutely delectible. A wonderful cake. Rich chocolate that..."

Mandisa

"My husband bought this carrot cake for my birthday It is so delicious and not too sweet . I would like to try other cakes as..."

EJ

"Chateau Gateaux is cake heaven. To spoil yourself or the one you love on any special day definitely visit this place or order from Uber Eats. OMG!!!..."

Jacob Makgato

"Lovely spot. Friendly staff. Cakes are divine, especially the baked cheesecake in centre of red velvet..."

Franklin Legend TV

"A wide variety of delicious and unusual cakes. One of the few places in Joburg where you can get Mozart..."

Tony Manavalan

"Friendly staff. Wide selection of cakes, very yummy too. Great..."

Luka Bajic

"I'm obsessed with their cakes. They've become cakes for every single birthday in our family. Had a cake date with some friends on a Sunday afternoon..."

Basetsana Moreki

"Great cakes, and friendly staff. Their coffee is average, which places it high above a Wimpy coffee..."

Danie De Beer

"Unbelievable and Super delicious!! A must try Mozart Cake Frappe and Chickpea hummus boureka, you cant go wrong!! Excellent Staff, pls maintain the..."

Simran lamba

"This place is so quiet and peaceful! Their cakes are amazing. I went there last time but the cakes were still a bt frozen but the waiter informed us..."

Lailah Ahmed

"The cakes here are out if this world, whenever I think of cake, this is the only place I think of, they have ruined my enjoyment of cake from other..."

Masindi Muvhali

"Whenever l think of coffee & cake ... l think of Chateau Gateaux !!! Best 👌 cakes..."

linda Lee

"Delicious! Delicious! Delicious! And such friendly service too I had to look around and remind myself that I'm still in Joburg. What a pleasant..."

Quincy

"Lovely place, so pretty with the tastiest cakes and..."

Faiza Mallick

"I ordered via Uber Eats I do not believe how delicious the salted caramel cheesecake is😭😍I will definitely spoil myself once a week, my new..."

Winnie Nkosi

"Walking into this store felt like dying and waking up in cake heaven! It reminded of the boutique chocolatiers I've been accustomed to from living in..."

Simamkele Madikane

Motherland Coffee Company Rosebank

Wheelchair Accessible

"I absolutely love Motherland. The vibe is as amazing as the coffee. My standard order is a tall hazelnut flavoured soy milk latte and it always..."

Sinenhlanhla

"I'm a big fan of good lattes and motherland, is probably one of the best places for it. I live in Dubai and frequently travel to Joburg and whenever..."

Human Canvus

"Good coffee. Good service. This is a small location but has atmosphere. Free WiFi is available. There is couch seating, table seating as well as a..."

Sakib Khan

"So this place was listed as one of the authentic coffee places to visit and I wanted to give it a shot. I tried the Ethiopian origin cappucino and..."

Sujeeth Kumar Aekbote

"The best avo, feta, hummus, egg, sprouts on toast breakfast, good coffee, all for about R100 with tip - big enough to take half home for lunch!..."

Susanne Harford

"Friendly staff. Comfortable, well ventilated sitting areas. Delicious..."

Luka Bajic

"Awesome cortados! Love the new look! Always friendly staff. Old favourite. Love..."

Anton.V. Fitness

"We have visited often and the trend remains the same. They have phenomenal coffee and great staff. We have had to send back coffee in the past due to..."

Michelle Marais

"Flat white check. Banana loaf check. All ready to face the day! What a lovely place and what a view! The staff are friendly and helpful, the food..."

Wouter Combrinck

"Great vibe, friendly barristers and great coffee. One of the best spots to work on a paper or do research or do work or meet with friends or read a..."

Ginika E

"Excellent coffee (cortados in particular). Always enjoy the banana bread. Ask for it to be warmed. I can spend hours at this coffee shop, as their..."

Ameesh Kalan

"Great coffee. Lovely african coffee from the horn of Africa to the bottom. The grounded coffee bags was great as well when I made it at home. Great..."

Zakaria “Zak” Munsoor

"Great coffee. (Coming from a coffee nerd) Good non-dairy alternatives. Fresh, tasty salads. Their vibe is awesome. I arrived for the first time in..."

Kajsa

"Great drinks, food and service. Only place that I could find open in the early..."

Juan Brunette

"They offer good well balanced African blends. If you're fussy they do sometimes scorch it by brewing with water that is just too hot for the subtle..."

Rafiq Sarlie

"Small intimate coffee shop in a safe area. Ideal for coffee on the go, working remotely, or meeting with clients or friends. Power points available..."

Carl J du Preez

The Greenside Cafe

4th Avenue Coffee Roasters

"Best quality coffee in SA, best service, beautiful environment, lovely people and just the best energy..."

Thokozani Arthur Dlamini

"Best coffee .... great menu .... great vibe .... great staff! What more could one ask..."

Sheena Plaksy Cattich

"My favourite coffee spot in..."

Simon Davidson

"Great spot. Good coffee. Well priced. Varied breakfast options. Will be back for..."

Jessy

"Nice little place with decent cups of coffee that not only taste good, but are also strong. The French toast was amazing, I was quite hungry so the..."

O-Mizu Satori

"Lovely breakfast but not the best.GREAT COFFEE and super service. TASTY treats.Lovely setting for a business meeting or evenBrunch..."

Casey K

"I just love the little courtyard outside and the simple yet well thought out menu. Staff are super friendly and even though service sometimes is a..."

Brenda Caplen

"This little coffee shop/cafe situated has been on my list for ages so I was excited, to say the least. Being a Sunday it was busy and we had to wait..."

Jeff Siepman

"This tiny coffee shop serves a great cup of coffee while you are on the go. The service can be a little slow if you sit down to enjoy your..."

Gabriella Maxine Abrahams

"Fantastic coffee. Staff are friendly and helpful. Charming and comfy outside seating. I do ask PLEASE please consider opening at 6.30 so I can make..."

Shelley Bell

"Amazing early morning coffee. The coffee shop is dog friendly. I had no problem with the lovely dogs but my +1 did not enjoy it. Not my first time I..."

Theodore Nothling

"Relaxed and chilled quaint restaurant with fab coffee and yummy breakfasts and snacks - the crumpets are delicious! Attentive service with a..."

Kevin Barrie Levy

"A delightful, quaint little shop, complete with pink roses and intimate loveliness. The perfect place to connect with a loved one. The coffee is well..."

Undercover Coffee Lover

"Friendly and quick service, incredible coffee, beautiful latte art to top it off.Also take a look at their awesome retrograde espresso..."

Yash Lucid

"Really enjoyed my experience here. Flat white is definitely worth the visit. Service was a bit slow, but they were super busy and there wasn't any..."

Lundi Coetzee

"I came here on a rainy day, and the bright pink decor of the cafe was very comforting. The flat white I ordered was served at the right..."

Danieljake

"My boyfriend and I love coffee but were a tad skeptical to try this place out since it looked a little too colorful compared to other coffee shops...."

Eleni

"really nice coffee and great hot chocolate. haven't had anything else but definitely recommend this place if your looking for good coffee in an easy..."

Yanir Grindler

"If you need your daily dose of caffeine, this quaint little coffee shop in Parkhurst is right up your alley. Absolutely delicious coffee and they..."

Chetna Lutchman-Doolabh

"I've walked past this delightful little coffee bar on countless occasions and have been wanting to try it out for so long so I decided to pop in for..."

Anisha Lutchman

"Double up on your caffeine dose for the day at this charming little coffee bar and roasters, situated on the famous Parkhurst strip. Try their..."

The SA Food Guru

"A delightful coffee shop with a great menu that has an interesting twist on all our classic favorites all thanks I believe to their new chef...."

ReVino

"The most delicious coffee in Joburg, and great value for money too. They offer all day breakfast which is delicious. Friendly, helpful staff. A..."

CaraLee

"I love this little spot and always stop there after my weekend run for my treat which is their amazing coffee!!! I'm not sure why there are people..."

Tiffany Lunenburg

"This a wonderful coffee roaster on 4th street. You can sit order a coffee, tea or snack and sit on the side walk while at watching the world go buy...."

TheVisualFox

"Simple, straight-forward, swing-past coffee spot that works.Great quality coffee and staff who know what they're doing. It's the kind of..."

Gareth Bladon

"The ultimate sidewalk coffee spot.. I think this is my boyfriends favourite coffee place in Joburg. Great for a Sunday coffee, a read of the..."

Bridget

"I'm so glad this little gem finally got some decent management in there. This has really upped their service game! Their coffee is SO good! Food is..."

Tamzin

"Love this spot! Delicious breakfasts (try the breakfast in a bowl) and sweet treats to die for! Oh, and they have a soft serve machine... One of the..."

Georgie Creaven

"What an amazing way to start the weekend! Great coffee? Check!Decadent hot chocolate? Double check!!Vanilla and cinnamon French..."

Kelly Emerton

"Much better than its rating suggests! The best coffee spot I have found in jozi (and this coming from a self proclaimed coffee snob) if you are..."

Josh Peter Gedye

"This unassuming glass hut on 4th ave serves the best coffee on the strip. Great to sit at an outside table on a summer morning and enjoy a perfectly..."

Darryl W

"My favourite place to have breakfast.. The menu is simple but always delicious! The coffee is by far the BEST in Johannesburg... The service can be a..."

Stefania Magni

"Unfortunately, these guys have been unable to replace my favourite coffee choice. That being said, there coffee is made really well! The beans are..."

Travis

"My favorite coffee spot. Plus the ice cream is amazing on a hot day. Coffee is fantastic. Perfect spot to stop after your meal on a weekend...."

Michelle Lange

"Best coffee in Joburg at the moment and a great little spot in a sunny day. Have also enjoyed the food I've had here. Really, a little gem...."

Ana

"Location is perfect and great for those who enjoy people watching and taking in the hustle bustle of Parkhurst. I could sit for hours under the trees..."

Kate Parker

"If you're walking past and you happen to see an open table or seat, grab it and enjoy the experience! Their breakfasts are so good, their coffee..."

Mabelami

"Wynburg is not the same setup as the pictures on their website, but their cappuccinos was..."

Nikita Barnard

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Olivia's Coffee Bake

86/100 (2428 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I was surprised to find this lovely restaurant and bakery, right next to Impala Fruit&Veg in Northcliff. A good, varied menu; free wifi; excellent..."

Bronwen Davies

"I've been here for meetings a lot of times and finally came here for Saturday morning breakfast. Obviously ordered the eggs benedict /royale with..."

Vera The Wine Snob

"Fresh bread, rolls and damn good pies. Perfect little neighbourhood bakery and Sunday family brekkie spot. Packed on the weekends. The rest of the..."

Supervundu

"I always like to find new breakfast paces wherever I visit and decided to visit Olivia’s Coffee Bake. The place was packed but the staff managed to..."

Shilan Govender

"Olivia’s is one of our favourite restaurants and bakeries in Jozi. The food is always fresh and delicious. They are always willing to make..."

Anna Tzimas

"Very nice ambiance, busy but with quick and friendly service! Food was enjoyable but not spectacular, could have a little more flavor. Slightly..."

Kyra

"Olivia’s is always busy which is why we thought we’d try it during the festive season when everyone was away. And boy were we wrong, it was just..."

Reshma

"First ImpressionsThis bakery styled cafe situated off Beyers Naudé has a warm feeling when you enter it with friendly staff.The..."

RouxVlogs

"Such a lovely little place. For starters the minute you walk in it smells so delicious. One of the very few places that serve holicks...."

Jenn Greenwood

"I’ve never been here that it hasn’t been really busy, but that’s part of the charm. Loads of people come here for their breakfasts for a..."

Anny

"Love the waitresses and waiters here. So friendly.The food is pretty good. The only issue I have is that the quality of the food used to be..."

Gareth

"I went there on a Thursday morning at about 1030 after dping some shopping. As i had my laptop with me, I decided to go in for a coffee and do some..."

Arvind Seetohul

"Wanted to visit but always busy so got there early on a cold morning and was not disappointed , nice atmosphere and quite creative breakfast menu..."

Owen Tennant

"Absolutely love Olivia's. Their breakfasts are delicious and there's a wide variety of options. The croissants are to die for, especially the..."

Nicole Kayley Langsford

"Right next to Impala so this is a perfect Saturday morning farmstall 'like' experience as I get to buy my meat at Impala butchery, but veggies at..."

Byron Anthony Morris

"A favourite brunch spot over weekends or having coffee with friends during the week. Relax, tasty food cooked while you're waiting at reasonable..."

Tersia Booyzen

"Despite living in the area and passing by this restaurant regularly, last week was the first time that we actually decided to have a meal here. We..."

Victoria Modise

"Very busy shop . Especially on sat and sundays . The breakfast and brunch crowd luv's this place . Gud variety of meals that is well prepared . You..."

Chris De Beer

"Went here for breakfast the other day and despite being super busy we still had good service. The classic breakfast was all around good and well....."

Jacques Wentzel

"I absolutely love this place! We came here this morning for a breakfast, I had my usual favourite which is the Cypriot breakfast which is..."

Cuppycake

"Nothing beats a delicious breakfast, friendly service and a breezy ambience. Absolutely loved Olivia's. I had scrambled eggs tossed with olives and..."

Taskeen Moolla

"Not very comfortable when I see so many old men in way too tight tights, but that's my fault for arriving at 7 on a Saturday morning. Obviously..."

Kurt Baden Cairns

"They do breakfast well! I love the salmon and scrambled eggs on croissant. The food is super tasty, the coffee is good and the servings are generous...."

Naomi De Carvalho

"Having been to NYC, bagels was once upon a time my thing. But Olivias has brought bagels back. Wonderfully set for a cup of coffee and a good..."

Harshika Shantilal

"As always, Olivias was pumping and turning tables at a great pace. Despite how busy it was the food was delicious and the service was good. This is..."

Megan Porter

"1 - The aesthetics and place itself. This has a perfect cafe styling with tables for families or if you just want to come read the paper and have a..."

Dagan Roux

"Really nice place ,gets filled up fast and is busy ,ordered a breakfast which was good and quite big so did not finish it all,lovely..."

A Foodie Travels

"Tucked away in between fresh veg and fruit shops just off busy Bayers lys this piece of bliss. It so happened to be my sisters birthday and we..."

Kaylie Kriel

"The finest coffee shop in Johannesburg. It's like coming home every Sunday. Consistently fabulous food and the best service in town. For the freshest..."

Sean Jackson

"@Olivias_Bakery Without a doubt the most delicious baklava cheesecake in Johannesburg - you were spot-on, Johnny :-). Must be the rose water...."

Tersea Gouws

"I visit Olivias most Sunday's for breakfast. Their portions are large and prices are very reasonable. Next door is the Impala fruit and veg centre..."

HungryLamb

"Oh. Wow. The baklava cheesecake... to die for. Picked up 1000kg, no doubt, but 150% worth it. Chicken breasts, coffee, fillet - all delicious..."

TerseaG

"Went for breakfast with a friend who suggested this place I didn't know was there even though I drove past it a zillion times. Getting a parking spot..."

Jack & Jill

"I do have a fondness for a good breakfast after a morning swim. Olivias did not disappoint. Crispy bacon, fresh toast (not the usual hard as nails..."

Caron Whitfield

"Part of the group Mark mentioned earlier. We went back again on Saturday and probably a bit of a let down compared to first impressions. Still worth..."

Alister Hay

"Sunday morning breakfast for two at Olivia's was a great!Greeted with a friendly smile and some jokes and quickly arranged a table for..."

Alastair Botes

"Us Joburgers are big on brunch, and while many popular brunch spots deliver on a great vibe, their menus are often the same rotation of rich,..."

Amy Heydenrych

"What a pleasant experience! This was my first time at Olivia's and it will most certainly not be the last! We had a great breakfast there!..."

Ebeth

"Really lovely cafe. The ambiance is great, there are lots of well priced menu items and the food is good. There is also a fruit market and flower..."

Isabella Leslie-Miller

"As Indulgence Cafe was closed we ended up here for breakfast on Sunday morning.The place was busy and had a very european vibe. The outdoor,..."

Aruna Mohan

"Olivia's has been a family favourite for Sunday brekkie since childhood. Throughout the years it has remained consistently delish! It always..."

Nicola Veitch

"Olivia's serves great coffee and delicious breakfasts. I've been there a couple of times and have enjoyed every meal. The service is good too, always..."

Carole Craggs

"Great breakfasts each and every time 🌝 always have the same thing but it's always good. My husband had the eggs benedict royal was unbelievable!..."

Nicci 🌟

"The service was a little slow but the food was worth the wait.Decor is very good makes a small space look open and fresh.We will definitely..."

Mariska Meyer

"Olivias is always packed and thats a good thing. Fresh ingredients are their motto and with Impala Fruit and Veg right next door, they have anything..."

LuluFromJozi

"We are a group of 5 guys who have breakfast every Saturday for 15 years now ! Olivia's must be in our top 5 places for breakfast. Reasons being good..."

Mark Teichmann

"I had breakfast here on Sunday, what a lovely place. It is right on Beyer's Naude, but they have shielded the seating area from the sun and hence..."

Theresa Offwood-le Roux

"This Is the best little place for breakfast. Comfortable setting both indoors or outdoors. They also have freshly baked biscuits, cakes, tarts...."

Liza

"Very nice branch and the best hotdog ever! Nice menu with plenty options to choose from. A definate must try out and the best part... it has..."

Jeanette Raletooane

"Very nice atmosphere, and spacious. Food was devine and very fresh, didn't take long. Service was good and friendly. Love the bakery attached so you..."

Debbie Kree

"Best value for money yummy breakfast in jhb in my opinion. Always good. Excellent coffee. But go early as you WILL queue for a table. Which isn't..."

Candice Richards

"It's not often that one can comment on great service first in a restaurant. Especially a "local" coffee shop and bakery. Somehow the staff here pull..."

El Pistolero

"Incredible fresh bread selection not to mention that you can grab a mini old-school Coka Cola in glass. The restaurant is always busting on weekends..."

Melinda

"Olivia's offers an incredibly varied and comprehensive breakfast menu and sells a wide selection of breads for the take-home crowd. I've yet to have..."

Craig Wilson

"I went to Olivias a few weeks back for brunch and had the french toast with blue cheese, bacon and fig preserve upon my aunt's recommendation. I love..."

Taryska

"Amazing view of northcliff when sitting on the upstairs deck and the food is wonderfully prepared, presented and tasty. Hearty meals and great..."

Brooklyn J. Pakathi

"Really loved this place! The food menu is huge and I must say it was the best wrap that I have ever eaten! The only problem I would have to say is..."

Pepler La Cock

"Great breakfast venue with attentive service and an extensive, well priced menu. One of the few places that cook the eggs the way you order them...."

Food Lover Deluxe

"The best for an early morning hot chocolate - a lazy Sunday breakfast or an anytime snack - cakes, breads and croissants are unbeatable - service is..."

Gisele Engelbrecht

"This wonderful little spot is no secret! It's always full and with good reason, the service is great and the staff are so friendly. To top it off the..."

Dolls & Dan

"I am a local that frequents Olivias weekly and it must be that some people can never be satisfied (based on the previous review) as it cannot be..."

Jenni Doyle Sutherland

"Stunning breakfast spot, and although has a view of a parking lot, the food takes your mind off it :) always freshly baked and warm. Large selection..."

Marina Lofthouse

"One of my favourite breakfast places around, especially for the delicious eggs benedict regal (smoked salmon)! Most of the staff are friendly. The..."

Casandra Davids

"Delicious freshly baked breads, including Portuguese potato bread and German rye. Lovely spot, located between two great vegetable and meat..."

Meg Pascoe

"Best coffee shop to sit and work, watch cricket, enjoy the best espresso coffee in JHB and also the tastiest cakes in the north. Owners always..."

Estie V Heerden

"The place to be...to get some fresh breakfast/ brunch in your belly! :)Enjoyed our breakfast from Olivia's, with the fragrance of freshly baked..."

Aarti Bharwani

"Newly renovated, this restaurant continues to deliver outstanding food and exceptional service. The menu is extensive and hearty, there are favorites..."

Robert Allan Sutherland

"This coffee shop is one of the best in Johannesburg. The coffee is amazing and the food warms your stomach up. The waiters know every customers..."

MysteryMan

"Really exquisite coffee and the breakfast menu is good. But it's the really chilled, open, relaxed vibe there that makes you want to come back. We..."

Martijn Vreugde

"Olivia's is a lovely little spot. The food and service is just above average, but the location and vibe makes it a great place for breakfast or..."

Jonathan George Georgiades

"Olivia's has been around for a long time. For some reason I always took it to be a bakery with a small cafe side. Wow was I wrong. Saturday mornings..."

Mikael

"A neighbourhood favourite. Good service, wonderful atmosphere and good, home-style cooking. We've been to other neighbourhood coffee shops-believe..."

Denis Warren-Tangney

"wonderfull little bakery and coffee shop. The coffee isexcellent and the eggs benedict one of my favourites. the atmosphere is warm and..."

Kevinmaa@telkomsa.net

"The food is excellent, just look at the picture of my chicken, avo, halloumi and bacon toastie. Excellent service and atmosphere. One of the upsides..."

Tiaan De lange

"First time visit to Olivia's and loved the warm atmosphere. The food was fresh and flavourful. Our waitress was attentive and gave us great service..."

Dirosh Govender

"My husband and I absolutely love everything about this place. Everything is absolutely delicious, well priced and you can tell that everyone employed..."

Meghan Sinclair-Black

"Love this place. Excellent service. Fantastic food. So many options for vegetarians. Wonderful. One of our all time favourite breakfast..."

Zonika Strauss

"Was there for brunch. Had a sense that any of the patrons are regulars. Immediate service and pleasant waitress. Manager walking walking around...."

Gregg Mulzack

"Was and will always be a great place. Great owner. Mannered and efficient staff. Quality food. Well done..."

Jan Dirk Bakker

"Always a lovely time at Olivia’s with wonderful baked goods. Honey glazed chicken with sesame seeds was delicious. Bread and chicken on the stacker..."

Liesl Tamlin

"Lovely bakery/restaurant. Food fresh and portions ample, top-notch. Hamburger patty pure beef 🥩. Staff friendly and attentive. Must..."

Daleen Swanepoel

"Nice setting , very lively. Croissant and flapjacks very good. Lots of waiters, but service could be more..."

Yvonne Riester

"What a superb experience!! A small family group (4) for breakfast - with personal and attentive service from Viola, great food beautifully presented..."

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