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4.5
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CUISINES
Cafe
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly
Meals
Breakfast, Brunch
features
Does this restaurant serve alcohol?
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CUISINES
Cafe
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly
Meals
Breakfast, Brunch
FEATURES
Takeout, Seating, Free Wifi
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4.5
170 reviews
Excellent
99
Very good
46
Average
15
Poor
1
Terrible
9
Chris R
21 contributions
Mar 2024 • couples
We came across this establishment quite by accident, it looked so inviting we sat ourselves down for coffee & cake. The cake was delicious as was the coffee naturally. The laid back friendly service was a delight as we lingered for a few minutes longer than we'd normally take. Lovely place!
Written 29 March 2024
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Sophisticated Gypsy
Greater Johannesburg37 contributions
Feb 2022 • none
I've been to this place a couple of times - it's one of the only places in Wilderness where you can get light fare, coffee and smoothies and most of what they have is delicious. It also doubles up as a mini health food store with a small amount of produce on sale and some healthy superfoods and personal care products. The staff are quite sweet but the owner ruins the vibe. She has extremely frenetic energy and is constantly running back and forth and yelling at the staff at the top of her voice. She doesn't seem to have any idea of how to conduct herself and respect her customers who may be wanting to talk with their friend or have a peaceful time in her establishment. I've heard others make the same comment so I hope she can take the criticism on board and make some adjustments to her behaviour.
Written 6 March 2022
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Kascrofton
Wilmslow433 contributions
Feb 2023 • none
It is primarily a cake and coffee shop but does offer some savoury options all of which looked good. We just called for a nice cold drink after a long walk. You order your drinks inside and find a table whilst you wait for your order. Loved the creative use of all sorts of old stuff to decorate the place making it a quaint and at the same time quirky. It is a great place to relax and clearly and understandably very popular. Loved the laid back atmosphere.
Written 25 February 2023
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Jane W
Newlands246 contributions
Dec 2022 • none
We have visited The Green Shed a few times but not during busy summer season. We would have liked to have breakfast and a coffee but the only thing available was a couple of croissants with fillings. Order at the counter (which I don't like in a cafe!). Coffee was good. Decor is eclectic but the staff were not friendly and there was only one other couple at a table outside. Must say something when other restaurants are heaving during the Christmas season. Will make a different decision on destination for a meal next time. Sad as it's a quirky, cute spot.
Written 5 January 2023
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247LiveLife
South Africa1104 contributions
Feb 2024 • friends
I wish I had read the reviews first before I went to the Green Shed for the first time!
The manageress ignored us, and focussed her attention on 2 guys sitting outside. Very quirky interior, but very scruffy and if the truth be told, very depressing.
We didn't know we had to place our own orders at the counter. We all ordered tea, and all got a teapot each, but they were HUGE teapots, with 2 teabags inside????
Written 13 February 2024
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Me77
9 contributions
Nov 2020 • family
Amazing bar one chocolate cake!
Unfortunitely extremely poor staff sitting on the tables meant for guests and ignoring requests.
They also referred to us in a disrespectful manner and only helped with a take away order after asking 3 times and 3 different people.
Fix the staff in 2020 and you will fix the whole of Wilderness.
Written 22 November 2020
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Tessa W
Knysna5 contributions
Nov 2020 • couples
The coffee was good but the "scone" was by no means a scone which was hugely disappointing because when I order a scone I want a scone. Not a muffin served with jam and aerosol cream. I will go back for coffee because it's a chilled place.
Written 3 November 2020
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Fantajan
Pretoria351 contributions
Mar 2022 • none
I visited on a Monday morning when the shop first opened and ordered a few coffees to go. I enjoyed my Chai Latte and my husband liked his Americano. If we hadn't been leaving town, I would have enjoyed hanging around and enjoying my coffee there as there is a great outdoor seating area with interesting decorations. The shop itself is filled with interested items including antiques and health food and products.
Written 26 March 2022
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Anonymous
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • friends
Had a bad experience. the female manager is incredibly rude and belittling to her staff in front of everyone. Was heartbreaking to watch her treat them in this way. This is the third time I have been there and each time it was exactly the same. It ruined the good food & coffee for me, left with a sour taste. Will not be going back.
Written 14 July 2023
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TripsterinSA
46 contributions
Jan 2022 • couples
My husband and I were enjoying a morning in Wildernis and were looking for a place to get some good quality take away coffee. The barista, which was his first day, made a delicious Americano for me, I was so impressed with it, and a super cappuccino for my husband. We also got a lovely croissant and Prince of Tart's Millionaire Shortbread!
Written 24 January 2022
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Mariana Silveira
Madrid3 contributions
Dec 2019 • none
Food is delicious and the people there are super friendly. We have been there in a super busy day and the people were fantastic and we did not wait much for the foo.
I would like to say HUGE thank you to the waiters and the owner. I Forgot my bag there it all my things, passport, wallet, camera, etc, and they called all places to try to find me. I have no words to THANK YOU guys.
The world need more people like you guys.
Wish all the best ever:)
Written 5 January 2020
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Riaan
2 contributions
Dec 2022 • couples
I would rather drink frisco than buying coffee there again. And there is al kinds of weird voodoo stuff going on in there. If you are a hippy you will be in your element. For the rest just go to Mugg and bean across the street at Spar. Mugg and bean still serve the best coffee in town.
Written 12 December 2022
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Elorna
Cape Town25 contributions
Sept 2023 • friends
While searching for a lunch spot, we witnessed a shocking incident at this café. The blonde manager was verbally abusive and disrespectful to a customer, making us both uncomfortable. This behavior was unacceptable, and we opted to grab lunch elsewhere. Our guest house host confirmed this wasn't an isolated incident.
Written 11 September 2023
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purdy37
Calgary72 contributions
Dec 2022 • solo
We are locals and purchase our coffee beans at the Green Shed. We’re thinking of changing our routine and rather driving into George to avoid being treated like a nuisance. Last visit was the worst, the owner ignored us and then was so dismissive - and we were the only customer in the shop.
Written 14 December 2022
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Wendy
26 contributions
Jan 2023 • couples
Quirky and memorable. Great coffee and service was good. Lots of great features for photos. Good selection of cakes and muffins. Lots of fun and relaxation. Service was good staff were kind, polite and friendly.
Written 19 January 2023
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