Loading Bay

Lovely cool restful atmosphere. Very minimalistic. Service is excellent, waiters freindly and helpful. Food was great. I had Green Goodness with broccoli and mange tout replacing the kale. Added bacon. Delicious and a good size serving. My companion had King oyster myshroom ragout with added bacon - absolutely sublime. Good rich strong coffee on arrival and am iced coffee to end the meal. All in all a great experience. I will return.

Brunch/lunch coffee place/ clothing shop /Aesop store. Interesting combo. Interior is done well, very industrial and popular/hip design. We walked in without reservation without any problem. The person serving our table was very kind and taking care of the entire place. The person behind the bar was less involved- when the bell rang for service he even indicated the kitchen should calm down and wait for the guy serving everyone, while he continued playing (or working, who am I to tell) on his phone. Didn’t feel right or good. The dishes were nice, delicious. As were the buns we took home with us. Part of my order had been forgotten but they solved it pretty quickly. Bit of a shame that they offer seasonal pressed juices but only had orange juice when we asked about it. My internal reaction was that the phone- bar guy seemed to have enough time to press some juices- which shows to me that if I have enough time noticing this, so should the rest of the staff.

I’ve been visiting loading bay for over 5 years, and in some weeks, I visit daily. It has an amazing atmosphere, friendly staff, high-quality organic, regenerative farming produce for their restaurant menu. It is literally my favourite cafe and lunch spot in Cape Town. Well done to JP, Nicole, and team! Looking forward to many more years visiting ❤️

If you're looking for a great coffee shop in the city this is the place for you. The coffee served here is excellent, sure to satisfy any coffee lover. In addition to coffee, the shop also sells a wide range of international clothing and skincare brands, providing a unique and exciting shopping experience. The selection is carefully curated, with an emphasis on quality, style, and sustainability. Whether you're looking for a new outfit or the perfect skincare/beauty product, you're sure to find something you love. The shop also offers a great working space, with comfortable seating options, free high-speed Wi-Fi, and plenty of natural light. The atmosphere is relaxed and peaceful, making it an ideal spot for work, study, or creative pursuits. Whether you're looking for a quick coffee break, some shopping, or a longer visit to work or catch up with friends, Loading Bay is an excellent destination.

Definitely a place for the health conscious. Never heard of lion's mane and cordyceps before. We were able to order more 'normal' food though. I had scrambled eggs on sourdough bread and my husband had the croque Monsieur minus the bacon. They make their own bread which was delicious. They also make their own cinnamon rolls. Had one straight out of the oven and it was yummy. Service was excellent!