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afro-boer
Meerlust Rd, Equestria, Pretoria, 0050, South Africa
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Es
Review №1

A beautiful setting. Friendly staff. Great cafe food with choice of bantings and various health dishes. Lovely grounds if you feel like a picnic but must buy from tuck shop. No bringing your own. Great place.

De
Review №2

Good Food and Relaxing Garden Vibe.Service is Super Slow, Needs some Attention I must say.Food came out before the drinks...Give it a try if you in the area.Best too Book, as the front desk is a little strict regarding protocol.

Es
Review №3

I really enjoyed breakfast had the trout avo omelette and cake... . Good food not too expensive... great atmosphere service good. Loved the chickens in the garden and the attention to detail everywhere... O and the salted caramel latte... the best I have had...

An
Review №4

Great tasting food, supported by great service. Also a nice calm ambiance.

St
Review №5

Beautiful scenery and pleasant atmosphere. Great food and coffee! Child friendly and a great place for a cup of coffee and a piece of cake or any meal actually! Friendly and helpful staff and some chickens to keep you company while you eat!

Jo
Review №6

Seriously some of the freshest food Ive had in a long time, the lamb curry was excellent and the salads had by my wife and mom-in-law were amazing. The setting is lovely and the service was great to, I had the coconut and Mulberry tart for dessert which was also brilliant. really worth a visit, highly recommended!Its only the 2nd time I give 5 stars, but its well deserved.

Si
Review №7

Most beautiful garden, lovely coffee, delicious cakes and friendly staff.My sanctuary and my little girls playground!

Ez
Review №8

What more do you need: An experience to share with best friends, heavenly coffee, friendly service, tasty food in this homely ambiance... all of this is topped up with the most elegant of roosters.... I fell in love🌟🐓💞

Sh
Review №9

This was a lovely restaurant. We had a great brunch here and the host and staff were all very friendly. We felt comfortable and the host went out of his way to make sure we were well accommodated.The food was very delicious. They had gluten free and Banting bread as well which I didn’t have but good to know the option was there.Would definitely recommend.

Da
Review №10

Really a true beauty. The Garden was lovely. Very clean and neat. Unfortunately the only downfall was that we had to wait more than an hour for our meals. We Ordered sandwiches and when they came they were cold. But other than that. Service was Great. Staff were very friendly.

Vh
Review №11

Amazing cafe, they have the best cakes and coffees. I was blown away by this hidden gem. Do not visit this place and not taste their cakes, youll be missing out.

El
Review №12

We were looking for a restaurant with garden seating to have some breakfast, but still be covid safe. So we chose Afro-Boer. We were very pleased with the beautiful gardens and lovely trees. Very interesting menu and great drinks. We would visit again again soon to try some of the other dishes.

Mo
Review №13

Really enjoyed everything here, great place for brunch and to bring your kids.

Re
Review №14

Lovely setting... Service was slow, but communication good. Well priced but some dishes were quite ordinary(fish cakes). Cakes looked really delicious

Be
Review №15

Decent, but nothing to write home about.Tried the highly recommended lamb shank.. Was highly disappointed... Not so recommended in my view / taste... Was extremely blend...Otherwise it was OK.Kids could not access the playground because we were told it was for the other side... The take away side... Didnt make sense... But yeah... Was told it was out of bounds.

Ha
Review №16

Lovely venue, friendly staff, food and drinks special, presented a bit different - I liked that. Play area for kids, but had to walk out of and around the restaurant to reach the play area as the gate between te restaurant and play area was closed. (Didnt understand why?) Only negative - food and drinks could have been warmer. Also went to the deli, gardens and picnic area absolutely lovely, interesting products to buy, but the staff did not know their products at all. A lot of the products had no price tags and the staff also did not know the prices of the products. Waited a long time in a que to pay. Will try the deli next time for a picnic though.

An
Review №17

Excellent breakfast. The smoking area is just very neglected. I know very few people still smoke, but cant you just put an chair there and fix the little garden to fit by the rest of your garden.

Di
Review №18

Interesting menu. Our food was fresh and delicious. We sat outside with the rooster roaming around and crowing from time to time. Its a great place for kids as well

Ca
Review №19

Love this place. Stunning gardens and yummy fresh food. Was so happy to find bitterballen on the menu! Coffee is fantastic too. Play area for children and cute chickens that walk around. This place has a calm and relaxing atmosphere. Like to just sit in their gardens with a book and something from their deli when I want to get out of the house.

Ru
Review №20

Kids friendly 👫. Dog friendly 🐕. Covid-19 Compliant.The New Normal - Self Sevice and relax in the Beautiful gardens.We had some coffee, pastries ☕🥐 and cake, kids utterly enjoyed running around on tne grass and browsing in the The Bookkeeper 📚.Neat, clean, fair pricing, was a pleasure to visit.

Gr
Review №21

Lovely setting. Interesting menu but good took REALLY long (they were very busy).. . The roasted cauliflower is really lovely.

Co
Review №22

Ambiance top of the range, food and coffee great............but dont be in aHurry.....service very slow.

Ja
Review №23

Great atmosphere. I love the tables under the trees. They have one of the greatest tea & coffee selections that I have ever seen. If you are a vegan, they have a vegan selection and banting diet options. They allow dogs, which is also awesome. Overall its great there and look forward to my next visit 👌🏻

Ja
Review №24

Love this place, tranquil as can be with lovely gardens and superb service, had a cold beer, still to explore the coffee and eats. Well ru

Ch
Review №25

I LOVE the Afroboer deli side and gardens. Restourant is not appropriate if you have small children that would like to play because there is no access from the restaurant to the childrens play area, therefore I havent visited the restaurant yet. But the deli is amazing and I love sitting in their gardens eating their amazing food while my kids play in the gardens and play area😁

Ma
Review №26

Amazing experience and absolutely no complaints at all. Fantastic Vegan/vegeterian food for those with dietary restrictions. Highly recommend. Please go pay them a visit

Li
Review №27

Lovely vibe! Great food and service

Ro
Review №28

Such a beautiful place with absolutely fantastic food and healthy options on the menu. Prices are great! Loved the chickens walking between the tables!

Co
Review №29

Great food, nice place. Service world class. Our waitress Courage was absolutely amazing. Well done

Vi
Review №30

Lovely place. Garden is fabulous. Staff is attentive. Food is great and not allways the conventional. They seem to add something extra to their dishes. Would recomend for an elegant experience

La
Review №31

What a lovely little gem. We wanted a nice dog friendly place after a hike and this was perfect. We sat outside. Tons of options on the menu and very affordable! Will go back ten times over!

Co
Review №32

Lovely decor.. Farm in the city vibe. Great food and cakes. The picnic area is great play area for kids

Sa
Review №33

Such a lovely open space for the kids to play while you enjoy a coffee under the trees! Staff were efficient and helpful. Great experience!

Ch
Review №34

I loved the afternoon there. The food was great and the venue was really nice. I loved the little chickens that were running around its worth a visit.

so
Review №35

Definetly my favourite place in Pretoria! We had a wonderful picnic in their beautiful garden. It does not even feel like you are in the city! The deli is beautiful and the snacks/ food really tasty! They are very organized and this is truely the best spot for quality time with friends/ and or loved ones!

Ma
Review №36

What a lovely place! Beautiful restaurant, lovely gardens and delicious food. I would definitely come again! It’s family friendly and you can bring your dogs. Thank you for a wonderful experience! I would recommend the moerkoffie and vetkoek and mince.

Ni
Review №37

One of your first customers, just after opening yesterday (Saturday) morning bought the last 2 slices of rainbow cake (take away) to surprise me and satisfy my craving Ive had for this cake. Unfortunately it certainly was not fresh. Dry and disappointing. It should never have been put out on display 😢

Ro
Review №38

Very tranquil outside seating, as well as inside: spaced correctly to be covid-compliant, plus friendly staff, delicious light meals, cakes and coffees, teas or even wine.

An
Review №39

Beautiful quaint restaurant in Pretoria East, Equestria.Decorated beautifully with the smell of coffee in the air. Food was ok... Portions are small. I paid R50 for a chicken mayo sandwich, compare it to the fork on the right.Perfect for a summer afternoon lemonade with friends.

Ma
Review №40

Really good food in a family friendly setting. Perfect restaurant for young couples and families with babies/toddlers. Luscious green garden helps with relaxed atmosphere. Entrance is easy to miss (Small name), looking at the entrance photos should help.

Ja
Review №41

A fantastic little coffee shop, the staff are always friendly and strive to make every meal there memorable. The breakfast is fantastic and so is the coffee. Weekends can get pretty busy so you might have to wait a bit for a table. Would definitely recommend trying this place.

An
Review №42

Stunning restaurant and venue. Staff, service and food were fantastic. Lots of parking available.Go there!

Al
Review №43

This is such a unique restaurant! They allow you to take your doggies with. Great experience!

Ja
Review №44

The food was nice but the service can be improved. Beautiful gardens.

An
Review №45

Awesome service - quick turnaround from order to serving of food.Awesome food - everything on the menu is well thought out, well presented and just yummy.Only small niggle is limited parking and seating, booking ahead is recommended!

La
Review №46

We had issues with the quality of the service, but the manager was accommodating and handled it very well. Ill give it another shot because Ive had very good experiences before.

An
Review №47

Placed an order earlier this week for 10 am today. Arrived at 10.30. No one knew about my order. Eventually found it on their cell phone messages. The 2 slices of remaining cheese cake was old and dry. They did then offer to get a slice from the Deli which looked like yesterdays but not dry. A tiny slice of cake cost R48. Slow service. Lost me as a client.

Ca
Review №48

First time visit. Beautiful premises. Lekke food

Sh
Review №49

Always awesome. Beautiful setting, amazing food and great atmosphere.

An
Review №50

One of my favorite places to be... love the decor, friendly service and outstanding food! Always a treat when visiting!

Th
Review №51

I had a wonderful experience at afro-boer. The staff was very friendly and the service was fast.The food is devin.

Ca
Review №52

One of my favorite places in Pretoria. The food is always amazing, the presentation is spot on and the atmosphere is serene!

Sa
Review №53

One of my favorite restaurants for breakfasts and lunches. Great coffee! Love going there to grab a takeaway coffee, sit in their garden area and read wile my son plays on the jungle jym/ playground.

Jo
Review №54

Very nice. Inside sitting and outside. Beautiful. Good food.

Ju
Review №55

Very busy on weekend. better to book first. ^^

Ma
Review №56

What a lovely morning at Afro-Boer, best breakfast and served by the best ever friendly lady, Courage. The way she enjoys giving and being of service was really outstanding.

Fl
Review №57

Afroboer is a lovely restaurant and deli. The food is of exceptional quality. Serene little place which is perfect for kitchen teas or babyshowers. Carrot cake is the best!

Lu
Review №58

Was in the neighbourhood and decided to give Afro-Boer a go. It has a lovely shaded garden with benches to sit. So if sitting on the inside is not your thing, try the outside area in the “garden”. There is an assortment of cakes and pastries as well as the normal sandwiches & burgers. Since it was quite busy, just opted for a grande cappuccino and a mint smoothie. Quite a relaxing atmosphere.

Sc
Review №59

Amazing place. Really really good food, atmosphere and the coffee is to die for. Staff friendly and extremely good. Will definitely go back regularly.

St
Review №60

Hidden gem 💎 ... Best food and atmosphere to spoil yourself with ..

Sa
Review №61

It may have been New Years day and I am sure the staff would have liked to be with there families, but they were professional and friendly. Service was great. Loved the photos on the walls

Ko
Review №62

Seriously one of the best places in company of good food and grand atmosphere, a delightful venue to meet with friends and family.

Li
Review №63

A lovely place to relax in the garden. Super tasty food. Thanks!

sA
Review №64

Good plaas atmosphere. The coffee is fresh and strong. The service on this particular Saturday was really slow and unfortunately the staff was not friendly. I loved the ambience and the food, which was elegantly plated, was really tasty. However, the caramelized apple tart was too deconstructed for my taste. I found the menu to be reasonably priced and reflecting a good variety of options. It also includes vegan food. When I complained, the manager offered to refund me for the tart.

So
Review №65

Beautiful place, lovely atmosphere to celebrate a birthday with special friends.

El
Review №66

Such a peaceful place to have a cup of coffee and something delicious from the bakery

su
Review №67

Stunning venue with tables available in the garden which is absolutely beautiful! Perfect spot for an event like a birthday lunch or a baby shower. The menu is good and the pricing is great but the food could be better! If you choose vibe and ambience over the culinary experience then this is the place for you!

Ka
Review №68

The most relaxing vibe in such a quick moving area. Loved the outside area that’s shaded and very green! Good was amazing, chicken wrap had lots of chicken 😻 and the iced coffee without sugar is 👌🏻👌🏻 Would definitely recommend to families and couples, probably not the best places for ‘hip teens’ but that’s what makes it awesome. 😎 Waiters were super friendly and the service was quick 👍🏻

St
Review №69

Awesome food concept, great location. Picnic with the kids is really enjoyable.

Li
Review №70

First time at Afro-boer & unfortunately they were full. The host suggested we wait at the deli & we ended up having delicious cake & drinks there. Will definitely visit again

Ju
Review №71

What a gem of a spot. Lovely play area for kids. Beautiful gardens. Wonderful menu selection. Great ambiance. It was a real treat to spend special family time in this delightful setting. Oh, and the Elvis back ground music took my star rating from a 4 to a 5.

ma
Review №72

Been to afro boer 4 times. First three times there was no issue with my kids walking around on the lawn outside. Not running, not shouting. Just walking. However the last time the floor manager said this was not allowed anymore. Put up notifications that you do not cater for kids and make this properly known when customers book tables.

Ch
Review №73

First time there. Will definitely go again. A jewel!

De
Review №74

Lovely inviting atmosphere. Great food, big portions.Great for families or for a brunch date

Se
Review №75

A serene place not too far from the center!! Loved it!! Healthy juices and vegan options are available. I had the vegan chocolate chia pudding, it was delicious, creamy and light and had also the office detox juice which was yummy!

Er
Review №76

Lovely food and vibe.

Ma
Review №77

Lovely food. Warm and cosy atmosphere. Friendly staff. Dog friendly. Play area for children. Beautiful gardens.

Bu
Review №78

Nice welcoming at the door. Lovely atmosphere. Pretty garden. Poor service from the waitress. Poor communication from the manager when the reservation was made on the phone.

Ro
Review №79

All I can say is wow! Theres no words to describe how breathtakingly beautiful this place is. The service is very good, and the food is very tasty. Value for money and well worth the visit.

Ca
Review №80

Beautiful setting and nice food, but experience was tainted by a surly waitress, Farisai, who seemed quite keen to rush me out. I appreciate I came five minutes before the kitchen closed, and I’ve worked in service before and I know that everyone wants to leave on time, but if that is an issue, a solution may be to close the kitchens earlier? Along with her lack of apology, it was pretty uncomfortable being brought my bill when I wasn’t even half way through, and I left the establishment fifteen minutes before they closed anyway.Having said all that, I’m sure I would have loved it if I had longer to stay. The food was tasty with really interesting combinations, (I’ve come to accept that you don’t get decent chips in S.A., and this was no exception - a bit oily and soggy, compared to your triple cooked wares back in any pub in the UK), and the coffee was excellent. Decor was beautiful and I’m sure had i more time, it would have been an lovely place to sit and relax, looking over the garden with plenty of bird life.

Ma
Review №81

Nice and shady outside. The only place I could get a gluten and sugar free cheese cake! It was OK... The real McCoy just tastes better! Nice smoothies and interesting food. Good space for children to play!

Dr
Review №82

Very nice relaxing restaurant! Great outdoor seating, excellent food and service. Nice restaurant to meet with friends and family.

Aa
Review №83

Despite having an undeniably well laid out venue and pleasant farm-style decor, we unfortunately experienced very slow service, cold food and drinks, and a lack of attentiveness by staff.

An
Review №84

The best coffee shop in Pretoria. Excellent choice of cakes. At least 2 choices of gluten free cakes available. Small main course, quite pricey, but a gluten free wrap was an extra R20, which made it even more expensive. Excellent waitress and atmosphere. The gardens are beautiful as well.

Ro
Review №85

Friendly and prompt service. Good food. Special venue.

An
Review №86

Very nice place, always full. You need to make a booking. Delicious treats and pastries 🥧

Re
Review №87

Truly the look and feel of this restaurant is amazing. The manager and staff are all friendly and could brighten up my day in a minute. But unfortunately the people and the view is better than the food and beverages. We only had cakes and I was not very impressed. They have a large variety though. But I do love a restaurant surrounded by roses.

Ca
Review №88

Little piece of Heaven on earth. Itz a must.

Ju
Review №89

What a lovely restaurant and cafe set on a pretty outside picnic area, complete with childrens jungle gym. Very well kept garden . The food sold in the cafe is well priced and delicious. My grand son loves the place!

Ca
Review №90

Coffee is amazing, worth the drive from JHB. The food was different but tasty. Our dogs were very happy.

Dr
Review №91

Perfect, convenient location near main roads yet nested in the green oasis.Cozy ambiance in discreet afro style offers plenty of room and caters for guest ranging from freelancers seeking quiet spot for work, business people having quck lunch all the way to more relaxed and chilled moms with toddlers having a brake over healthy light lunch with a friend, while overseeing their kids playing at the kiddies zone.Outside area is inviting and lovely with roaming chicken and ideal to bring small dog along, which we did.Service is timely and discreet and the menu, well designed with the variety of light meal and vegan options.Special gem is the open garden area with cozy spots under the trees and lush lawn where you still get service.

Ne
Review №92

Beautiful environment. Great coffee. Good service. Clean and safe. Ive given 3 stars because my Scone was heavy and hard like roosterkoek, and it came with lemon curd and dodgy cottage cheese, at R40? A scone is light, fresh and fluffy, their roosterkoek was hard and dangerous.

Si
Review №93

Beautiful setting! Yum food! Such a good vibe. Cakes are always fresh and unique. Definitely worth a try!

Il
Review №94

Beautiful place with delicious cakes/tarts and ginger beer. Service was a tad slow.

Ch
Review №95

The atmosphere in the garden is lovely. Great croissants. Their only let down is their coffee. I have tried their cappuccinos at the Spaza shop multiple times but it is very weak and not enjoyable at all.

Di
Review №96

Stunning gardens, awesome food, great atmosphere, a true gem in Pretoria! Definitely recommend!

Lu
Review №97

Awesome place and food. Brilliant service

da
Review №98

Great food. We are a family of foodies and enjoyed the traditional Afrikaner way of cooking. South Africa is very rich in diversity and we are spoiled with variety.

ti
Review №99

Very nice and relaxing atmosphere. Food and coffee are great!Love it!

Ph
Review №100

If I could give no stars I would.Waiters totally incompetent.Looked forward!!NEVER AGAIN.

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4.4 Rating
  • Address:Meerlust Rd, Equestria, Pretoria, 0050, South Africa
  • Site:https://www.afroboer.co.za/
  • Phone:+27 12 807 3099
Categories
  • Bakery
  • Restaurant
  • Cafe
  • Coffee shop
  • Deli
Working hours
  • Monday:7AM–6PM
  • Tuesday:7AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:7AM–6PM
  • Thursday:7AM–6PM
  • Friday:7AM–6PM
  • Saturday:7AM–6PM
  • Sunday:7AM–6PM
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeaway:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
Health and safety
  • Reservations required:Yes
  • Mask required:Yes
  • Temperature check required:Yes
  • Staff wear masks:Yes
  • Staff get temperature checks:Yes
  • Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits:Yes
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Fireplace:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible lift:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Cocktails:Yes
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Healthy options:Yes
  • Kids' menu:Yes
  • Organic dishes:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Dining options
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Catering:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
  • Seating:Yes
Amenities
  • Bar on site:Yes
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Toilets:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cosy:Yes
Crowd
  • Family friendly:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
Planning
  • Accepts reservations:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
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