Looking for your next caffeine fix? Look no further. Here is a list of some of the best cafés that Tokai, Bergvliet and surrounds have to offer. Whether you’re looking for a casual meeting spot, a vibey workspace or a place to grab a light meal with a hot drink, the area has a few great coffee shops to try.
Bootlegger Coffee Company
The well-known Bootlegger franchise has a new outlet in Tokai, right near the Tokai Forest. Guests can sit outside on a sunny day and enjoy the weather or choose to be inside the idyllic coffee shop. Bootlegger Coffee Company is a vibey space that is highly popular on the weekend.
They serve a great range of cooked breakfasts and light lunches, as well as some tasty sweet treats that are freshly-baked onsite. Bootlegger also has some health meals on offer for the diet-conscious customers.
Besides the delicious coffees, milkshakes and juices, Bootlegger also serves ice-cold beers, local wines and spirits. Their unique gin and tonics are a tempting choice for weekend guests.
Bootlegger Coffee Company is open from 6:30am to 9pm on weekdays and from 7am to 9pm on the weekends. Find them at the Forest Glade House shopping centre on Tokai Road in Tokai.
Phone: +27 (0)21 712 8000 | email: tokai@bootlegger.co.za
Café D’ Arts
Café D’ Arts is set upon the deck of an old house. It’s a friendly space with a nice view and happy staff. The kitchen uses strictly natural foods that are free-range and ethically produced. The coffee is fair trade and they cater to many different diets.
They serve various breakfasts and lunches, including Banting options, pasta, wraps and burgers. Café D’ Arts also has some freshly baked sweet treats available and frozen meals that you can purchase and take home.
One highly-recommended treat is the hot chocolate. They offer a selection of coffees, teas, smoothies, juices and fizzy drinks as well. The café is pet-friendly and available for functions.
Café D’ Arts is open from 8am to 4pm on weekdays, from 8am to 2pm on Saturdays and they are closed on Sundays. Find them at 2a Hanover Road in Diep River.
Phone: +27 (0)21 712 0936 | email: lynn@cafedarts.co.za
Green Beans
Green Beans is all about fresh produce and healthy food. Their menu is completely flexible and patrons can create their own meals from the ingredients available. They offer a selection of cooked breakfasts, light lunches (such as pies, sandwiches and wraps) and sweet or savoury muffins. They are vegan-friendly and also have some low-carb options available too.
Grab a freshly-pressed fruit juice, a creamy smoothie or a superfood shake. Green Beans also serves hot beverages and quirky drinks such as kombucha or coconut water. The café is pet-friendly and offers their meals and drinks as takeaway options too.
Green Beans is open from 7:30am to 5pm on weekdays, from 8:30am to 2pm on Saturdays and they are closed on Sundays. Find them at the Westlake Lifestyle Centre on Westlake Drive in Tokai.
Phone: +27 (0)21 701 0100
Mugg & Bean
This famous franchise has a store in Tokai. Mugg & Bean is known for its inventive menu and generous portions. The muffins are huge and, although the menu may seem a tad pricey at first glance, the meals are large and delicious.
Mugg & Bean offers unique beverages, such as superfood lattes, icy 'freezochinos', fruity slushies, blended sodas and loads more. Their coffee is delicious and their tea selection includes iced teas. The franchise serves large breakfasts and lunches, as well as freshly-baked confectionaries.
Mugg & Bean is open from 8am to 7pm from Monday to Saturday, and from 8am to 5pm on Sundays. Find them at the Blue Route Mall in Tokai.
Phone: +27 (0)87 802 5840
Red Café
Red Café is a vibrant space to sit in as it’s located inside a colourful art gallery. You can gaze at some masterful artwork while sipping on foamy coffees and snacking on gourmet sandwiches.
The café serves a good range of cooked breakfasts and cereals, as well as some savoury wraps, salads and vegan burgers. Their sandwiches are a must-try - constructed from fresh ingredients they comprise some interesting combinations and flavours.
They also offer the standard range of coffees and teas, along with raw juices, delicious milkshakes, super smoothies and sodas.
Red Café is open from 6:45am to 4pm on weekdays, from 7am to 2pm on Saturdays and from 8am to 1pm on Sundays. Find them at the Steenberg Village Centre on Steenberg Road in Tokai.
Phone: +27 (0)21 703 0886 | email: red@redthegallery.co.za
The Backyard Café
This peaceful coffee shop in Bergvliet is a family-run affair. It’s ideal for a Saturday breakfast or brunch as the well-maintained gardens provide a sheltered oasis for guests. If you’re hosting a party at your house, the café can cater for various functions and bring meals to your location.
The menu offers a range of flavoured teas, speciality coffees, fresh fruit juices, smoothies and milkshakes. Grab a bite to eat for breakfast or lunch and nibble on flapjacks, cooked breakfasts, toasted sandwiches or unique meals-of-the-day. The Backyard Café also serves a selection of cakes, cheesecake, muffins, brownies and scones.
The Backyard Café is closed on Mondays; open from 9am to 5pm from Tuesday to Thursday; 9am to 4pm on Fridays; 9am to 2pm on Saturdays and from 10am to 1:30pm on Sundays. Find them at 4 Sol Cohen Road in Bergvliet.
Phone: +27 (0)21 713 1220 | email: backyard.cafe.ct@gmail.com
The Pantry
The local artisan bakery known as The Gourmet Pantry has opened up two coffee shops - one in Tokai and one in Bergvliet. Known for its freshly-baked treats and bread, the food at The Pantry is delivered twice per day from the main bakery.
Tuck into some buttery croissants, crispy pastries, flaky pies, sweet treats. The Pantry also serves all-day breakfasts, toasted sandwiches, nachos, burgers and salads. They also offer delicious coffees, teas and smoothies.
The Pantry is open from 7am to 5:30pm on weekdays and from 7:30am to 2pm on the weekends. Find them at the Glen Alpine Centre on Ladies Mile Road in Bergvliet, or at Tokai Junction Shopping Centre on the corner of Tokai Road and Main Road in Tokai.
Phone: +27 (0)21 712 1038 (Bergvliet) / +27 (0)21 712 6599 (Tokai) | email: info@gourmetpantry.co.za
Vida e Caffè
The Vida in Tokai is perfect for a quick cuppa joe after a morning run. They offer the usual teas, coffees and hot chocolates. Try their special blend of coffee - a mix of Arabica beans with a low caffeine content that’s delicate on the palette.
Another must-try is their iced coffee (or gelado). They blend their branded coffee with ice cream to make a silky-smooth drink that is perfect for a hot day. Vida also serves fruity smoothies and juices. Try some of their sweet and savoury snacks, such as homemade muffins, pretzel rolls (paozinhos), and sandwiches.
Vida e Caffè is open from 7am to 6pm every weekday, from 7am to 5pm on Saturdays and from 8am to 4pm on Sundays. Find them at the Steenberg Village Centre on Steenberg Road in Tokai.
Phone: +27 (0)21 701 2008
Vovo Telo
This brand has become known for its freshly baked bread and pastries, simple ingredients and delicious taste. Vovo Telo is a great place to have breakfast or a coffee after a hike in the Tokai Forest or at Silvermine Nature Reserve.
Vovo Telo serves cooked breakfasts, light meals, gourmet sandwiches, pizzas, pasta, burgers, boards and waffles. The food is fresh and simple but oh-so-delicious. Sip on frothy cappuccinos, fruity iced teas, creamy milkshakes and refreshing sodas along with your meal.
Vovo Telo is open from 7am to 5:30pm on weekdays, from 7:30am to 4pm on Saturdays and from 8am to 4pm on Sundays. Find them at the Steenberg Village Centre on Steenberg Road in Tokai.
Phone: +27 (0)21 701 0839 | email: feedback.vovotelo@famousbrands.co.za
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