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Clay Cafe Illovo

Afternoon Tea Coffee Shop Contemporary Pizza Vegetarian Friendly
4.8 RR
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Attributes

  • Child Friendly
  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • WiFi

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Welcome to Clay Café Illovo, your urban oasis where artistry, culinary delights, and community converge. As part of the beloved Clay Café family, established in 1999, we bring the cherished tradition of ceramic painting to the dynamic suburb of Illovo.

Our journey began on a hilltop dairy farm in Cape Town, evolving into a nationwide franchise that celebrates creativity and connection . At Illovo, we infuse this legacy with a contemporary twist, offering a chic, welcoming space where individuals, families, and friends can gather to create lasting memories.

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 10h00 - 18h00
  • Wednesday 10h00 - 22h00
  • Thursday 10h00 - 22h00
  • Friday 10h00 - 22h00
  • Saturday 09h00 - 22h00
  • Sunday 09h00 - 18h00

Specials

Date Night - Band

To celebrate, we have live music (Purple Hue) starting at 18:00PM. Dont miss this opportunity—make your booking soon to secure your spot!

  • Thu, 26 Mar
  • Thursday only: 18:00 - 22:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 20 Mar 2026

Reviews (161)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.6
Value 4.7
Service 4.9
Ambience 4.9
  • Marteli v. Dined: 1 day ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 22 Mar 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Clay Cafe Illovo responded on Sun 22 Mar 26:
    Hi Marteli, thank you for your review. Really appreciate it!

  • Nerishke Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 22 Mar 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Clay Cafe Illovo responded on Sun 22 Mar 26:
    Hey Nerishke, thank you so so much for the 5 stars! You have made our day. :)

  • Candice Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 20 Mar 26
    Thank you so much for having the Spitfire & HubSpot team at the Clay Cafe for our Fill your Cup event. Our team and clients had a fabulous time. The experience was amazing, the food and beverage selection was excellent. We can't wait to see how creativity on our cups will come to life. Really superb afternoon out. Highly recommended!

    Clay Cafe Illovo responded on Sun 22 Mar 26:
    Hey Candice, and the whole Spitfire & Hubspot team. It was such an honor to host you all! We really appreciate your feedback as well; we look forward to more dining and painting with the whole team again. :)

  • Ruben Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 20 Mar 26
    Micheal

    Clay Cafe Illovo responded on Sun 22 Mar 26:
    Hey Ruben, haha "Micheal" is one of our best waiters. Thank you so much for the 5 stars! Hope to see you soon.

  • Vanessa M. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 19 Mar 26
    Had so much fun socialising and painting with a coworker!

  • Runey Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 09 Mar 26
    Lovely experience, will come again. Thank you!

    Clay Cafe Illovo responded on Tue 17 Mar 26:
    HI Runey, we really appreciate your kind words. We are definitely looking forward to hosting you again.

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