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Travel Bugs

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👍👍 The best kept secret in George. Wonderfull tea garden at the back. Great for breakfasts and lunches or just to have a coffee. A favourite with the locals since it is so well hidden. Be sure to check out the tea garden at the back of the restaurant. Always a pleasure to eat here or just have a coffee... People often mention garden, coffee, friendly, service, Great, atmosphere, menu, good, lovely, George,


Address

111 York St, George Central, George, 6530, South Africa

Contact

+27 44 873 2009

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (297 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Friday: 8 am to 4:30 pm
  • Saturday: 7:30 am to 1 pm
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 8 am to 4:30 pm
  • Tuesday: 8 am to 4:30 pm
  • Wednesday: 8 am to 4:30 pm
  • Thursday: 8 am to 4:30 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: garden (19) coffee (15) friendly (15) service (14) Great (11) atmosphere (10) menu (10) good (10) lovely (10) George (9)
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  • 5/5 Mark C. 1 year ago on Google • 541 reviews
    The best kept secret in George. Wonderfull tea garden at the back. Great for breakfasts and lunches or just to have a coffee. A favourite with the locals since it is so well hidden. Be sure to check out the tea garden at the back of the restaurant. Always a pleasure to eat here or just have a coffee.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jeanne B. 4 years ago on Google • 457 reviews
    This is a great coffee shop. A real buzzy vibe, lots of customers coming and going, a chatty atmosphere and interesting and appetizing menu. The staff are friendly and service is pretty good. We enjoyed the piping hot coffee on a cold and wet day. Just what the dr ordered to warm the chilled body. This little gem is always busy, with support from the regular locals from George and surrounding areas. The carrot cake is most delicious and fresh with the yummiest cream cheese icing.

  • 5/5 Kelly du R. 10 months ago on Google
    Beautiful restaurant with exquisite food and service.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Barb M. 8 months ago on Google • 37 reviews
    This place makes one amazing cappuccino! I had the poached egg with salmon, and the flavours just sang in your mouth! It was truly lovely! We'll be back on Monday for more cappuccinos!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Chanté D. 4 years ago on Google • 28 reviews
    I was só relieved to happen upon this cozy little eatery, since I could find no place else where my lap dogs would be welcomed in George. Enroute to Pretoria, I had no choice but to bring my furries along. Travel Bugs assigned a specific cozy corner in their garden for patrons with a furry friend, where my dogs could roam amid shrubs and ferns. Service was attentive, friendly and prompt and our food was delicious. The bacon, cheese and mushroom beef burgers with rustic fries were well prepared and sumptuous. The breakfast was flavoursome and satiating, and the portions were generous. Refreshing home made Apple Ice Tea, a good coffee brew and a gourmet Salted Caramel shake were all enjoyable. Moderately priced set amid calming surrounds set the right tone to continue along our travels. Highly recommended for value for money and a pleasant dining experience for the whole family.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Veda V. 4 years ago on Google
    Love this place. Staff lovely and food fresh and good. Atmosphere relaxed. Secret garden nice and Spanish? Music added to ambience. Also close to doctors rooms, Home Affairs etc
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniel S. 2 months ago on Google • 58 reviews New
    I have to agree with so many other positive reviews - this café is very special. Travellers will be delighted to discover this venue, situated adjacent to a travel agency. The interior dining area is comfortably furnished with an eclectic selection of chairs and tables. Freshly baked cakes are on display, as well as preserves and a series of travel books to browse through. The courtyard is a total surprise! Flowering potted plants and running water add to the peaceful ambiance. One could sit here for hours and indulge in the freshly prepared food and coffee (!), the menu offers something for meat eaters, vegetarians, vegans and people with gluten issues. The waitrons were professional and managed to keep the pace despite all the tables being occupied during lunch hour. Highly recommended!

  • 1/5 Hazel M. 6 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    Over priced. R85 for a toasted sandwhich. 100% not worth it... Even if it is homemade bread (crumbly old tasting) Rather go straight down Gloucester street to the end and have a much better (cleaner, more modern, healthier options, amazing speciality teas) experience at "Garden Cafe" and pay R55.

  • 5/5 Theresa J. 3 months ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    The most delicious salad ever! Great service, lovely atmosphere!

  • 5/5 Marlene M. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent quality, with friendly and effective service. Easy to quickly pop in for lunch if you go early. Usually fairly busy between 12:30 and 14:00

  • 5/5 Elbé K. 4 years ago on Google
    One of my favourite coffee shops!!!! Very convenient when you have somebody in hospital or receiving chemo therapy at the oncology department! But do not stop in the front section! Walk right through to the garden section! Everything is delicious! Banting menu! Delicious coffee! Extremely well trained and friendly waitresses!!!! Just a pleasure to enjoy anything here!!!! I always am sad to leave this coffee shop!!!!!

  • 4/5 Asher 1 year ago on Google
    A good place to dine out. One has the option to be out in the open or inside the restaurant . Service is a bit slow. Waitresses need to be more conscious and attentive . Spoke to the management about the problem we encountered with the Waitress . They acknowledged that this was a problem and offered to remedy the situation. Unfortunately we could not sit in the blistering sun for another 45mins waiting for the garden umbrella to be opened (which never was) before we could order lunch. I wish the management well as they are making great effort to maintain a good restaurant. The staff should be grateful that they still have a job in these difficult times and learn to do it better.

  • 5/5 Marianne H. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely place! Veru fresh and tasty homemade bread. We have been regulars here for many years now and can't recommend it enough.

  • 5/5 Lesley W. 4 years ago on Google
    Food delicious. Always innovative. Staff friendly. Garden area fantastic

  • 5/5 Mari-Ann J. 4 years ago on Google
    Always been a family favorite!!!

  • 4/5 Greg H. 4 years ago on Google
    A very nice and friendly coffee shop, interesting menu with an Asian twist, ideal for a quick meal 👍👌

  • 5/5 Laurie P. 4 years ago on Google
    Great breakfast.

  • 5/5 Jane Z. 4 years ago on Google
    Fantastic food and atmosphere

  • 5/5 Vivienne H. 4 years ago on Google
    Open early for an excellent breakfast. Lovely staff.

  • 5/5 Lienkie C. 4 years ago on Google
    Fantastic atmosphere and friendly waiters, not to mention the good food

  • 5/5 Peachy 4 years ago on Google
    A lovely garden area to eat in, and good food too.

  • 5/5 Dana K. 1 year ago on Google
    Friendly service and good food. Worth a visit or use as takeout. Do not miss out on the garden tables at the back. Creates an atmosphere of privacy of a secluded garden in mid town

  • 4/5 Jacqui Van Den H. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing food and lovely specials. Great coffee and cake too. Lovely secret garden in town for sunny days. Very central

  • 5/5 Felicia P. 5 years ago on Google
    My favourite coffee shop. They have the BEST staff, always pleasant and very efficient. Great food , diverse and interesting menu

  • 4/5 Maretha R. 5 years ago on Google
    Beautiful and tasteful food with friendly service

  • 5/5 Justine D. 4 years ago on Google
    Hidden little garden at the back... Very nice atmosphere. Friendly service and beautiful greenery

  • 5/5 Julia W. 3 years ago on Google
    What a wonderful lunch on a cold and rainy day in George. I had the Kassler chop , mash, and roast butternut. Compliments to the chef. Everyone else's food looked amazing too. Well done. Highly recommended for good food and friendly service.

  • 4/5 JANET S. 1 year ago on Google
    Always a favourite for a quick lunch when in George. They have an outdoor area at the back (weather permitting!) Just a few doors down from Home Affairs. Food is nicely prepared and decent size portions.

  • 5/5 schalk van a. 1 year ago on Google
    Very nice place with stunning food. Very nice place to sit outside. Highly recommended.

  • 5/5 JG 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely place and really amazing people! Everytime. Definitely my most favorite little place in George - relaxed friendly very affordable cozy and the kind of place that makes making memories that much more memorable!

  • 5/5 Cobus J. 5 years ago on Google
    Great breakfast with even better service. What a cozy and peaceful atmosphere.

  • 5/5 Elna A. 11 months ago on Google
    Accommodating: try to serve what you need. Friendly reception. Good food, freshly prepared.

  • 5/5 Barries B. 4 years ago on Google
    Place to be...

  • 5/5 Gerhard V. 3 years ago on Google
    Great atmosphere! Good, friendly service.

  • 5/5 Glen L. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food and coffee in a relaxed atmosphere with friendly service

  • 5/5 Anriette B. 3 years ago on Google
    Never disappoints! Through all the years, consistency in excellence!

  • 5/5 Ellen M. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent service and food are the best

  • 4/5 Jana L. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food! Everything on their menu looks lovely, the service was a but slow but it was during the lunch rush. Would definitely recommend!

  • 5/5 Wayne B. 3 years ago on Google
    Always friendly value for money and willing to help if you want to adapt your order. Always a pleasure to visit

  • 4/5 Pieter L. 3 years ago on Google
    What a leke place

  • 4/5 Joan S. 3 years ago on Google
    Buzzing and busy the Chef's salad is my favourite, but generally a creative and unusual menu!

  • 5/5 Wendy R. 3 years ago on Google
    Love the garden at the big. Best place for a quick get a way

  • 5/5 Jennifer P. 3 years ago on Google
    Conveniently situated in George & lovely atmosphere - either in the garden area or inside the cafe. Food was fantastic & reasonably priced. Staff were very friendly.

  • 5/5 Malcolm L. 3 years ago on Google
    Fantastic meal. Milkshake not too sweet. Whole wheat bread so delicious and crispy. Thanks very much.

  • 5/5 Johan M. 3 years ago on Google
    Friendly people and nice food.

  • 5/5 Busy B. 3 years ago on Google
    Delicious food and good service

  • 5/5 Adrien M. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing food 👌👌

  • 5/5 Charmaine F. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely fresh food and very competent staff!

  • 5/5 Jof J. 4 years ago on Google
    EXCELLENT!

  • 5/5 Janine K. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice & central. Lovely little garden outside

  • 4/5 Deborah W. 4 years ago on Google
    A hidden gem in York street, George. Quaint garden in back with water features. Friendly staff. Really enkoyed the Chicken strip salad and we also had bacon, avo and feta toasted sandwich . Prices fair for portion size.

  • 4/5 Matthea L. 4 years ago on Google
    Great breakfast outside in the garden!

  • 5/5 Bonita B. 4 years ago on Google
    Had a lovely lunch with an old friend of mine

  • 5/5 Megan W. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely hidden garden ..... a gem

  • 4/5 Tess G. 4 years ago on Google
    A brunch favorite of my Mother and I. Absolute delicious menu options and the outdoor seating area is relaxing and beautiful.

  • 5/5 Dawid S. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place with best coffee

  • 5/5 Sadaf V. 4 years ago on Google
    Didn't have any vegan options on the menu but the chef made me a delicious vegan meal! Service is excellent

  • 4/5 Diane S. 4 years ago on Google
    Best toasted chicken bacon sarmie Wonderful ambiance and very friendly staff

  • 5/5 Pieter C. 4 years ago on Google
    Travel Bugs just have the biggest selection of gorgeous food combinations on their menu than any coffee shop or restaurant I have ever visited in South Africa. The lovely back garden outside eating area also needs special mentioning.

  • 3/5 W P. 4 years ago on Google
    Cute eatery

  • 5/5 Sharna J. 3 months ago on Google • 1 review New
    I had the chefs chicken salad and my mom a chicken liver salad and we both said that they are the best salads in George! Cannot wait to come back and try another 👍🏼 the ladies are lovely and the garden is beautiful!


Call +27 44 873 2009 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
    • ✓️ Free of charge street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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