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Rosetta Roastery

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"The best coffee in the Woodstock Exchange. Maybe even in the whole of..."

Jordyn Joelle Toohey

"Excellent: Coffe, staff, experience. Every. Single. Time. Hard to believe but these guys are amazing all the way through. For me this is by far the..."

Felix Olschewski

"Great coffee, great service, wonderful experience. Thank..."

Warren Trask

"Beautiful coffee, fantastic staff, and a chic but friendly vibe. I would be lost without you guys, especially in the..."

Lauren Edwards

"Premium coffee! I had two flat whites after each other at 9am this morning and I'm STILL feeling the awesomeness of it! Day made! Thanks for the..."

Raeesa Mohamed Roomaney

"Best coffee in Cape Town..."

Stephanie Julia Stitz

"It was insane loved the ASIAN blend that I was offered. It simply..."

Marvin Matthews

"Good coffee but it was cold �will definitely go..."

Jana De Gois Cardoso

"Follow #followflatwhitewalkers to see our..."

Fahema Dadoo

"Seriously good coffee, loved every drop! Thank..."

Marius Van Der Walt

"Top notch coffee, service, atmosphere. Highly recommend a..."

Nick Cowles

"Best pour-over ever. Try their Thirikwa. It's friggin'..."

Norio De Sousa

"Best coffee in CT! such good vibes too and beautiful seating area..."

Elena Goncz

"The simplicity is just genius! Great shop and great..."

Tiaan Schutte

"Disclaimer: !!Only come here if you Truly Love Coffee!!Rosetta Roastery is not for the light-hearty casual coffee drinkers!! (I am saying..."

Shaun Mattam

"Rosetta is right around the corner from where I work. It is the best coffee in the city (well worth the few extra rand - trust me). The staff are..."

Jessica Amdur

"Excellent coffee, very professional and friendly staff. Worth paying a bit extra for a much better quality coffee compared to nearby cafes. Highly..."

Christophergroenewald

"Good strong coffee in a trendy dark and geometric setting. I had a flat white and the coffee was brewed perfectly. The microfoam quality was good but..."

Chris Rafael

"Heard about this place through a friend and their latest in coffee innovation - the Espresso Tonic. It took me a while to get used to but now I love..."

Kirsty Ballard

"If you like strong, flavoursome coffee, Rosetta won't disappoint. When i worked with foodies for 6 months I visited a LOT of different cafes and..."

Zoë Withers

"What a lovely evening. We got to attend a coffee event hosted by the awesome Jono and Rob who shared countless pieces of information that has made me..."

Chantelle Lamusse

"Coffee quality is insane, its some of the best coffee in CPT and the setting is so chic. I went with a book , sat in comfy silence and just blissed..."

Jessica

"Amazing coffee in a super trendy setting. I got a latte and the coffee had a natural sweet and delicious flavour. It also wasn't smouldering hot...."

Akira Wing

"Very cool setup. I love the use of raw materials such as wood and exposed brick and concrete, such an industrial feel. Popped in for a flat white and..."

Nicol Miller

"I was here a while ago. It's a great setting, not just for coffee, but also to get some work done. Their coffee however can be rated amongst one of..."

Marcus Christiansen

"What an awesome place...coffee to die for and a really cool atmosphere. Popped in there on my lunch break today and it was such a lovely break from..."

Megan Kammies

"Without a doubt had the best coffee I've ever had in Cape Town at this roastery. Very artisanal and creative and the coolest part is that you get to..."

Danieljake

"Hands down some of the best and most unique coffee in Cape Town. Ollie and the boys are really good at what they do, and 100% passionate and ready to..."

Tessa Brown

"Amazing coffee served by fantastic barista's who are passionate about what they do. Only regret I could only try two of the blends on offer. Next..."

Ravi Govender

"If you're on the hunt for the perfect cup of coffee this is where you will find it. Wow. Smooth. Great latte art. Lovely guys to talk to and..."

Shae Leigh

"We stopped here for a quick coffee after our walking tour and had a delicious coffee. We tried all three blends and they were all yummy. Nice and..."

Pia

"Look, there's coffee, then there's artisan coffee and then there's this place. Sure, Origin will make you a blend smoother than your shameless..."

Glen Loxton

"Hands down the best coffee in Cape Town. Sit down and relax in their newly renovated space with a chocolate torte and a coffee that's made with the..."

Michelle Glover

"Everyone likes coffee their own way, whether its an americano, esspresso or ricoffee and according to the guys at Rosetta, there is nothing wrong..."

Troy Van Der Westhuyzen

"I came here for a coffee course the other night about the #FutureofCoffee and I was blown away! The guy who spoke to us (one of the owners) was so..."

Bronwyn Coltman

"If you are bored of the coffee at your local coffee shop, take some time out of your day to get to Rosetta. A clean, neat and brilliant..."

Shaun Roynon

"I love Rosetta coffee! They've recently (sort of recently) expanded and now it's even better. Dark walls, and the most meticulous attention to detail..."

Dominique Andrea Vieira

"Quite possibly the very best coffee in Cape Town - and by far the most beautifully branded: in terms of brand identity, packaging and the space..."

Lulu Larche

"I love that you can see the roasting done live in action. The aromas literally pulled me into the store. I had a quick espresso which was perfect...."

Tabassum Smiley Aleem

"This is a place that we spotted when Superette was closed for a private function. Also located in the Woodstock Exchange design hub, Rosetta Roastery..."

Heneedsfood

"The renovation is awesome! Really really well done! The guys there really know what goes into making a great cup of coffee! Always have the highest..."

Peter John Yuill

"Rosetta Roastery is one of the ultimate coffee destinations in Cape Town. It's an opportunity to learn about and taste world-class single origin..."

Phaedon Gourtsoyannis

"The Rosetta Roastery is one of my favourite parts of the Woodstock Exchange. Every detail of the restaurant has been considered, from their signage..."

Chloe Igo

"This is undeniably the best coffee roastery in the whole of Cape Town. The wooden design; the lights; the awesome guys who work there; and especially..."

Jonny Hayes

"Great spot in the trendy Woodstock exchange. I love the interior, lots of wood and you can see through to the roasting section. I had an Ethiopian..."

Ryan Mulders

"It's safe to say this is the best coffee that is served in Cape Town. I visited yesterday and the shop size has also expanded which is great. I just..."

Sean Lloyd

"Incredibly coffee and wonderful service - one of my favourite coffee places in the Woodstock and Salt River area. My favourite was the cold brew on a..."

Nate Kettles

"The coffee aroma leads you into the urban interiors of this coffee roastery. The barristers enthusiastically inform you about the different coffee..."

Lauren De Villiers

"I popped in at Rosetta for the first time yesterday, and I can't believe it's taken me this long. The newly expanded space is cosy and slick, with..."

Jenny Sarah Coulson

"Ok so this is the greatest coffee I have found so far in South Africa. They baristas are the best trained I've ever come across and the coffee is to..."

SimonThePieMan

"The coffee quality is excellent! Also the barista's expertise is on level with their coffee. You can select your coffee to be brewed from three..."

Chris Helle

"Rosetta is tucked away in the Woodstock Exchange. Here you will find people who are passionate and knowledgable about coffee. There is a small..."

Lekha Amod

"Dropped by for a quick coffee and had a delightful experience. The folks behind the bar know their coffees and take their craft seriously. I tried..."

Ronier Zalnieriunas

"Rosetta is at the apex of coffee brewing in Cape Town, the only downside to their cafe at Bree is the size of the space - all that goodness needs a..."

David Ogundeko

"Decent coffee and chill/modern cafe. I liked that you could select the beans for your drink, but found the cortado a little bigger and milky than..."

Andrew Swerdlow

"Coffee 12/10, Sinikiwe’s flat-white was so good today (as it is EVERYDAY) it transcended a regular light/medium-roast-milk-coffee-drink and became..."

Talisa Jane Du Bois

"undeniably the best cafe experience in the country… a must visit if you want a memorable food-service-atmosphere experience. the food is always..."

Ayanda Ngubane

"If speciality coffee is your thing - Rosetta is the place to visit. I tried the Kyoto Ice Coffee. A complete wild card but I enjoyed trying something..."

Cara Nicholson

"It's hard for a coffee shop to get everything right. From the food to the ambiance, it's really really hard (I'm failing at it right now, so I know..."

J. Chun

"Nice coffee ( filtered) Ethiopian or flat white/ cortado. Atmosphere and vibes were great. Staff were nice to change my coffee when I didn’t like..."

Abdulaziz

"Incredible coffee and atmosphere. The sweet treats looked great, but couldn't tempt myself into buying one. I had a Flat White and the taste, body..."

Cameron Parry

"Stunning location, barista is very helpful. My only notes would be removing the signs on the tables that say you can only stay for 45 minutes; when I..."

Colleen Mclintock

The Kitchen

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"The most amazing space filled with pieces of art and trinkets that take you back in time, food that is so fresh and so full of flavour. And the most..."

Jason Le Grange

"We just enjoyed a delicious lunch at The Kitchen, great service by the gentleman who helped us too..."

Sonje Hoberman

"Fantastic ambiance, excellent, tasty food. Great spot for lunch, come early or you'll be..."

Giuseppe Soffietti

"Fantastic friendly caring staff - lovely ambiance and hearty generosity in every mouthful..."

Tamlyn Martin

"Absolutely lovely food..havnt tasted such good salads in a while...highly recommended...nice..."

Sadie Hendricks

"I live pretty close to Woodstock and I’m always on the prowl for a new breakfast/brunch spot. The cafe itself is very charming,..."

Laylah Fay

"Just popped in for a quick salad as I've heard so much about this place. Had the take away 5 deal and my mind melted. Didn't realize salads could be..."

Dayne Williams

"I LOVE the kitchen! I cannot day a bad thing. The food is always delicious, the atmosphere is fabulous and I was blown away. Such an asset to the..."

Gemma Scholtz

"If I could eat at any place everyday for the rest of my life, it would most definitely be The Kitchen 💚 the most delicious, mouth watering salad..."

RhiannonForlee

"One of the best places to eat by far , food was amazing , especially the carrot and mint salad , amazing amazing amazing !!! Friendly staff , with an..."

Zenithleahkk

"Vegetarian’s dream. Great variety of buffet-style salads to choose from, all 4 options I had were delicious. Service is excellent and the coffee..."

Tim Hillock

"Fresh, creative and delicious salads!This restaurant is tiny, and if you're lucky you can get a spot at one of the tables outside on the..."

Sara Lohmaier

"First visit and I was not disappointed. So much to select from, staff helpful and very polite. Food was fresh and delish. I had the 5 salad plate and..."

Gail Van Beest

"Good ambience, quick ready made food, good variety. Worth a visit. It's like a mini food lovers market with a good vibe. Not a cheap meal but worth..."

Shugasmakx Lebogang

"Vibrant, pretty little spot. The space has been used in a clever way, emphasing the charm of the old Woodstock building. Interesting concept of..."

Shelley Bell

"Popped in at The Kitchen in sir lowry road woodstock. The love sandwich @R65 hit the spot. Gammon, lettuce, pesto, gherkins and some mustard..."

Jaco Esterhuizen

"Yum yum yum, this place is amazing, perfect for a quick lunch stop, deliciously tasty and unique to me as I haven't been to something with this..."

Tracy Poulter

"Love the fact that this spot is across the road from my office! I often grab lunch here, delicious roast chicken breasts and salads galore - all of..."

Pia Harris

"I own the cookbook and absolutely love the style of meal you get from the kitchen. Fuss-free, goodness-infused and flavoursome. The myriad of salads..."

Tessa Brown

"Quick and casual, perfect for a day you forget to pack in lunch! I would recommend the famous 'lunchboxes'. Such value for money, and very tasty!..."

Nicol Miller

"Love!!!! 💜 quick dine or takeouts; pick your own combinations of nutritious vegetables and salads; and of course there are luring baked treats! My..."

Talia Lee Cohen

"I love when food is prepared freshly and with fresh ingredients, and The Kitchen scores a 10/10 for that. The food is also super yummy and you can..."

Ivanna Abigail Kemp

"Amazing variety of salads - what's not to love! Be sure to try a love sandwich and remember to arrive early as seating is limited. ..."

Debi Malherbe

"I make a point of visiting The Kitchen whenever I'm in CT! The lunch buffet is winning with a wide variety of veggie options. I've never been..."

Zainab

"OH MAN! The Kitchen is just as brilliant as everyone says. Obama made the right choice by eating here. I had a selection of salads, and each one was..."

Jenny Sarah Coulson

"The kitchen - a place that may remind you of your grandmothers kitchen. A place where the coffee is hot and the food wholesome. I love this quaint..."

Lauren Kim

"Stopped here for a breakfast by chance and so glad I did. The atmosphere is great, with friendly service and a relaxed but efficient vibe. The food..."

Nicole Eats

"The kitchen is one of those places that you absolutely just have to visit. If you are s salad person (like me) then their salad selection that you're..."

Dominique Andrea Vieira

"This place makes the most delicious salads. I usually get the small box for R50 which is any choice of 4 salads. The combinations of ingredients are..."

Ilhaam

"Came here today during lunch hour peak, service was quick and the sandwiches are AMAZING.Had a grilled chicken sandwich which came with a..."

Hugo Martin

"Gosh I love this place. So cute, so homey, and just so friendly. Fantastic respite on a cold winters day, and a lovely destination on a hot summer..."

Leah Feiger

"The kitchen has got to be on your "Must do restaurants" in Cape Town. Founded and run by Karen Dudley - author and professional home cook - who has a..."

Garth Balabanoff

"Famous for the love sandwich but so many other delicious salads and sweets. Might have to wait a while and struggle to find a seat during a bustling..."

Foodhunter

"Very nice little place in Woodstock. The decoration is really warm and cozy with a lot of details that will make you smile. The staff is super..."

Mike Pires

"Absolutely stunning environment and food that made my day 🌷 worth the long line and wait to get the best aromas and flavours you wouldnt imagine..."

Shannon Kimlynn Howell

"Most amazing, unique, exciting salads u will ever try. Everything is made with love and care. Their love sandwiches are named perfectly. ...never had..."

Manabout

"Absolutely love this divine little spot! The freshest, tastiest selection of food that has been made with love and passion by the wonderful Karen..."

Bronwyn Esterhuizen

"Delicious, nutritious selection of salads and sandwiches made with love and passion from Karen Dudley's quirky Woodstock shop, famously fraternised..."

Nick BG

"Loved it! Home cooked, healthy meals, fresh veggies... what else could one ask for. Get there early, the place gets packed! Choose between 10+..."

Justin Doshi

"Today the wind blew me into Karen Dudley's Kitchen on Sir Lowry Road. It was packed with a crowd as colourful as the food. And just to make me feel..."

Anita Shapiro

"All salads come from the kitchen. They get visas and travel to other restaurants where they lose a bit of their style, flavor and originality. The..."

David Ogundeko

"First day of opening for 2020 and I was the first customer. Really friendly and helpful staff. Energetic Karen the owner and chef was there to..."

shawn meyer

"The Kitchen is my favorite lunch spot in Cape Town. The casual, vibey & homely atmosphere makes it a perfect place to enjoy a meal whether on your..."

Lauren Green

"One can feel the love and passion for food as soon as you enter. It helps that the owner / founder is there most of the time too! Superb food. A..."

Andrew Fletcher Cole

"Beautiful, delicious and fresh salads! The atmosphere is uniquely Cape Town. A must visit, whether it's a weekly midday meal or a special treat...."

Carey Singer

"This is a top notch food experience. Highly highly recommend this spot. The atmosphere is amazing, staff are great and you get the real family kind..."

Andrew Govender

"The food is always great at The Kitchen. Many healthy choices to choose from. Be prepared to wait through the qeues are..."

Jacqui Bodley

"The Kitchen is the coolest eatery in Woodstock. Their salads are super tasty and satisfying, and the casual atmosphere always makes my day. The art..."

Ruth Browne

"So fabulous. Lived up to my expectations as I have cooked from Karen Dudley's books. Loved the atmosphere and friendly staff. Great options for..."

Lisl Bennett

". • THE COUPLE • Can you tell who's excited to eat brunch?!😁😋 . Today's feature is split into two parts as there are some stories that..."

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