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The Gardeners Cottage

Burgers
Location Pointer Newlands Ave, Newlands, Cape Town, 7700, South Africa
4.7
(1556 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Child Friendly
  • Outdoor Seating

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Now and again you come across a memorable place that’s so well concealed you feel reluctant to tell anyone about it. The Gardeners Cottage is just that.

A haven of tranquility in the heart of Cape Town’s southern suburbs. Enjoy great food and good service under the huge Camphor trees. Make breakfast extra special with the iconic Eggs Benedict. Sip on Uber coffee made by talented baristas. Browse the deli for cakes, muffins, preserves and pick up a freshly baked sourdough to take home.

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 08h00 - 20h00
  • Wednesday 08h00 - 20h00
  • Thursday 08h00 - 20h00
  • Friday 08h00 - 20h00
  • Saturday 08h00 - 20h00
  • Sunday 08h30 - 16h30

Specials

Gardeners Cottage Summer Nights

Were open for our Summer Nights from Friday 17 October. Tuesday - Saturdays 08:00-21:00, Sundays 08:30-16:30.

  • 17 Oct 2025 - 30 Apr
  • Mon-Sat: 16:30 - 21:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 25 Sep 2025

Reviews (1556)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.6
Service 4.6
Ambience 4.8
  • SEAN Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 29 Apr 26
    Great food great staff

  • Cindy-Lee d. Dined: 1 day ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 29 Apr 26
    This is a beautiful hidden gem in Newlands. This cafe is lovely and in a peaceful setting, it's like sitting in a forest. The food and service were good, and I would definitely recommend it.

  • Roslyn S. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 27 Apr 26
    Always a positive experience at Gardeners Cottage, even on a rainy day sitting inside! Thank you!

    The Gardeners Cottage responded on Tue 28 Apr 26:
    HI Roslyn Thanks for the five stars and your positive feedback.

  • Audrey Dined: 3 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 27 Apr 26
    Food and setting is great. Service was perfect and quick. In pelting rain the venue was full to capacity and it was a little noisy inside. Otherwise perfect 🤩

    The Gardeners Cottage responded on Tue 28 Apr 26:
    Hi Audrey, thanks for your lovely feedback and the stars!

  • Ronnie P. Dined: 3 days ago
    1.5
    Food 1.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 1.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 27 Apr 26
    The hostess was rude and Abrupt. Not a nice experience at all

    The Gardeners Cottage responded on Tue 28 Apr 26:
    Hi Ronnie So sorry you didn't have a good experience. I wish you had asked for the manager and we could have sorted it out when you were here.

  • Les Dined: 4 days ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 27 Apr 26 (Guest left no comment)

    The Gardeners Cottage responded on Tue 28 Apr 26:
    Hi Les, thanks for the stars.

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