A guide to coffee shops and cafes in East London
A comprehensive guide to local coffee shops and cafes serving great coffee in East London and its surrounding areas…
The Beach Break Café (076 787 1136)
A tranquil setting under the trees, The Beach Break situated in Nahoon serves great coffee, breakfasts and light lunches. Open Monday to Sunday, 7.45am to 4pm.
Ginger&Co Cafe (082 870 0144)
Situated in Frere Road, Berea in East London, Ginger&Co is a husband-and-wife foodie team who are passionate about authentic cooking, using only the best ingredients, sourced locally and responsibly! Their Coffee Bar offers a sinful array of great coffee, pastries and cake. Open weekdays from 8am to 4pm and Saturdays from 8am to 12pm.
The Blue Goose Café (043-737-4412)
A delightful coffee situated in beautiful surroundings over looking a dam at the Crossways Village Centre at Sundrise-on-sea.
Woolworths Cafe
Woolworths Cafe is situated inside the Woolworths Store in Hemingways Mall and serves a range of light meals, tea, coffee and desserts.
SALT.eatery
SALT.eatery is situated in the Chamberlain Center in Berea and serves great coffee, light breakfasts, brunches and lunches in a lovely relaxing atmosphere. This coffee shop is open Monday to Friday, 7am to 4pm, Saturday 8am to 2pm and Sunday 9am – 2pm.
Café Bella
Café Bella at Hemingways Mall (043 721 3117) and Beacon Bay Retail Park (043 748 1450) serves fresh food, home roasted coffee and authentic Italian desserts. Open Monday to Sunday, 8am to late (Hemingways), Saturday to Thursday, 7.30am – 6pm and Friday 7.30am – 8pm (Beacon Bay).
Cafe du Jardin
Cafe du Jardin (043 748 2317) is situated under beautiful vines inside Floradale Nursery in Beacon Bay. It offers both inside and outside seating with a lovely play area for the children. Open daily from 8 am – 4pm and from 8am to 1pm on Sundays, this is a must visit for those looking to relax in a laid back setting.
Madisons Market Cafe
Situated on Epsom Road in Sterling, Madisons Market Cafe is a warm and inviting cafe in a charming market setting. Serving great food, coffee and treats, this is a lovely venue for a light meal.
The Bistro
A Cafe Bakery with amazing danish pastries, irresistible coffee and incredible burgers as well as an awesome breakfast and lunch menu, situated in Beacon Bay in Triple Point. Open weekdays from 7.30am to 4pm, Saturdays from 8am to 1pm, and Wednesday to Friday evenings from 6pm to 10pm.
Café Dulce
Café Dulce at Beacon Bay Hospital (043 711 5137) and St Dominics Hospital (043 703 0156) offers delicious meals and snacks in a comfortable and relaxing environment. Open daily, 6.30am to 7pm.
Heavenly Pancake House (043-740-5273)
The Heavenly Pancake House in Gonubie offers you the most delicious meal that you have ever experienced! Come sit outside and sip on a delicious cappuccino, listen to the playful noises of the seagulls and watch the dolphins play in the waves. Open Monday to Sunday, 8am to 6pm.
Lavender Blue (043-732-1172)
Lavender Blue on the old Gonubie road is one of East London’s most renowned coffee shops. A colourful, vibrant cafe with a vast selection of delicious treats, light breakfasts and lunches. Open Monday to Friday, 8am to 3pm, Saturday 7.30am to 1pm and Sunday 8am to 1pm.
Mugg & Bean
Mugg & Bean at Hemingways Mall (043 726 0918), Vincent Park Shopping Centre (043 726 5898) and the East London Airport (043 736 3755) are relaxed, cosy restaurant and coffee shops that are ideal for a family dinner, business lunch or a catch up with friends over a delicious cup of coffee. Open Monday to Sunday, 7am to 8pm.
Pinecreek 043 732 1101
Pinecreek offers an extensive coffee shop style menu full of delicious meals that can be enjoyed in any of the wonderful venues. In good weather, sit outside in the protected courtyard under the trees or on the patio overlooking the courtyard. If the weather is not at it’s East London best, keep warm and dry while enjoying your meal inside the lovely Farmstall.
Urban Junction (043 735 1319)
A hip little sidewalk cafe in the bustling Beach Road offering gourmet salads and sandwiches, deli and barista brewed coffee. Open weekdays from 6.30am to 3pm and Saturdays from 8am to 2pm.
The Reef Café (072-846-2143)
The Reef Café at Nahoon Point Nature Reserve is a great venue for breakfasts & lunches (pre or post surf!) and delicious coffee with friendly and efficient service.
Shelly’s Coffee Shop (043 740 3319)
Shelly’s Coffee Shop in Gonubie is a lovely little cafe with light and sunny decor and a view of the ocean that is second to none! Serving breakfasts, lunches and desserts, Shelly’s is open Monday to Sunday, 8am to 5pm.
2 Sisters (043-735-3382)
Situated in Beach Road, 2 Sisters offers vegan meals, treats, food and products. Vegan comfort food at its finest. Open Monday to Saturday.
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