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The Gardeners Cottage

Breakfast Burgers Coffee Shop Deli Vegan Friendly Vegetarian Friendly
Location Pointer Newlands Ave, Newlands, Cape Town, 7700, South Africa
4.6
(1546 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 2026
  • Mon-Sat: 16:30 - 21:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 25 Sep 2025

Reviews (1546)

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

    Reviewed on: Fri 05 Dec 25
    Always lovely! warm caring service, the best Eggs Benedict in Cape Town , all in a garden setting. Couldn't be better!

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

    Reviewed on: Fri 05 Dec 25
    The breakfast in the Gardeners Cottage was just perfect. The chia bowl was delicious. It had yoghurt with fresh berries and banana, topped with freshly baked granola. Also the coffee was very good!

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

    Reviewed on: Fri 05 Dec 25
    This is my nr1 restaurant. The setting. The staff. The food. The atmosphere Just so grateful that our first visit was the day we were looking for something different, a different place and setting. And we found it at Gardener's Cottage

  • Mitchel Dined: 1 day ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Andrew S. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 03 Dec 25
    This is one of Cape Towns true gems!

  • Sebastian M. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 03 Dec 25 (Guest left no comment)

    The Gardeners Cottage responded on Wed 03 Dec 25:
    Hi Sebastian, thanks for the five stars.

  • Caroline B. Dined: 6 days ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 01 Dec 25
    Lovely setting with friendly and efficient staff . We had a well prepared breakfast and enjoyed our meals .. It’s worth a visit again

    The Gardeners Cottage responded on Wed 03 Dec 25:
    Hi Caroline, thanks for taking the time to give us such lovely feedback.

  • Elize F. Dined: 1 week ago
    4
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 01 Dec 25
    The lunch was absolutely delish. The meat was tender and tasteful. I did ask that the waitress and owner to give the chef our compliments.

    The Gardeners Cottage responded on Wed 03 Dec 25:
    Hi Elize, thanks for your positive feedback. We passed on your compliments to the chef and team in the kitchen, thank you.

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