Whether it’s for a business meeting, catching up with friends, escaping the cold, or simply satisfying a caffeine craving, coffee shops are a great place to socialise and enjoy tasty fare. Here are some fantastic coffee shops in Johannesburg.
Guru
Indulge in a delicious Guru-branded blend of barrel-roasted beans from Ethiopia to Guatemala. This buzzing coffee shop stocks a range of beans from around the world, with fresh supplies arriving every week. It is usually bustling with local advertising and music industry types who gather for meetings and make use of the free Wi-Fi while filling up on sandwiches, muffins, tarts, salads, and of course, coffee. You can’t help but applaud the owner, Roger, who distributes unsold sandwiches to the homeless every day.
Contact: 011 447 5044 / [email protected]
Address: Shop 4, Parktown Quarter, corner 7th and 3rd Avenue, Parktown North
Possum’s Bistro and Deli
With fresh produce, seasonal ingredients, and fast and friendly service, it’s little wonder why Possum’s Bistro and Deli is such a popular spot in the bustling suburb of Parkhurst. Enjoy Tarazzo Pure Arabia coffee and a wonderful range of desserts, from carrot cake to rose water ice-cream. Although the menu is small, it changes regularly; with some signature dishes that remain. Pop in for breakfast for a great start to the day or grab some food on the go.
Contact: 011 447 4751 / [email protected]
Address: 7 Fourth Avenue (corner of Sixth Street), Parkhurst
Olivia’s Coffee Bake
Sit down or grab some treats to go. Olivia’s Coffee Bake stocks a variety of home industry-style cakes, breads, quiches, pastries, tarts, biscuits, rusks, and other goodies. The coffee shop also does its bit for the community by supporting several old age homes. With a fruit and vegetable shop, florist, butchery, and sweet store as neighbours, this one-stop shopping destination is great if you’re planning a dinner party. Where better to properly construct your menu than at a coffee shop?
Contact: 011 888 8395 / [email protected]
Address: 175 Malibongwe Drive, Northcliff
Gia’s on Montrose
While the indoors is ideal for cold winter days, the outside seating area lies adjacent to a nursery and is the best spot to enjoy the relaxing effect of nature under shady umbrellas. After a morning of shopping for plants and garden paraphernalia, reward yourself with a leisurely gourmet lunch and quality coffee – or a glass of wine. Gia’s on Montrose also hosts tailor-made parties. Join them on the second Sunday of every month for live music, gluwein, and good food to be enjoyed beside the roaring fireplace.
Contact: 011 326 5074 / [email protected]
Address: Montrose Nursery, 66B South Road, Morningside, Sandton
Café Billi Bi
Dedicated to serving fresh, seasonal food, Cafe Billi Bi boasts a compact breakfast menu and light lunches. Coffee fundis can enjoy a Mokador brew from Italy, along with a selection of cakes and patisseries. Stay for lunch and take your pick from gourmet sandwiches, designer salads, flavoursome wraps, and daily specials such as beef fillet or pan-fried sole.
Contact: 011 524 0039 / [email protected]
Address: Shop 23A Stoneridge Centre, corner Modderfontein Drive and Hereford Road, Greenstone Park, Modderfontein
Which coffee shop do you recommend in Joburg?
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