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The Vanilla Moon.

Restaurant β€’ Cafe β€’ Coffee shop β€’ Breakfast restaurant β€’ Lunch restaurant

πŸ‘πŸ‘ One of my favorite Coffee shops, lunch stops since 2015! Kim & Richard do a great job with a WIDE variety of delicious breakfast and lunch options. The omelet today was delicious with feda. It would be nice if they added free wifi! People often mention great, good, Great, service, garden, Nice, menu, cold, delicious, breakfast,


Address

64 Sam Nujoma St, Harare, Zimbabwe

Website

www.facebook.com

Contact

+263 77 222 4341

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.00 (544 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 8β€―am to 5β€―pm
  • Sunday: 9β€―am to 3β€―pm
  • Monday: 8β€―am to 5β€―pm
  • Tuesday: 8β€―am to 5β€―pm
  • Wednesday: 8β€―am to 5β€―pm
  • Thursday: 8β€―am to 5β€―pm
  • Friday: 8β€―am to 5β€―pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (15) good (14) Great (13) service (11) garden (10) Nice (8) menu (8) cold (8) delicious (7) breakfast (7)
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  • 5/5 Jim M. 1 year ago on Google
    One of my favorite Coffee shops, lunch stops since 2015! Kim & Richard do a great job with a WIDE variety of delicious breakfast and lunch options. The omelet today was delicious with feda. It would be nice if they added free wifi!
    9 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 3/5 Mzime M. 4 years ago on Google β€’ 200 reviews
    This restaurant is good and the prices are the best ever. However, they could improve the ambience a bit by renovating the place even with a fresh coat of paint and working on the garden a bit more so if you are finicky about ambience like me this place is may not do it for you. Apparently the chicken curry is a hit but I did not fall in love with it but I had great chocolate cake- very fresh...
    4 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Zim Girl T. 2 years ago on Google β€’ 201 reviews
    Such a cute place. Nice garden. Peaceful environment. Friendly staff. The food has a home made feel to it and the cake is to die for I had to get two take away. The prices are so very affordable!
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Mez R. 1 year ago on Google
    Booked for a hen party lunch. Food and set up was fantastic. Such a pleasant space.
    5 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Sall V. 2 years ago on Google
    Relaxing atmosphere. Prices are great. Waffles were soft with fresh berries. Garden has become slightly untidy and some furniture needs replacing eventually.
    5 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Tatenda Horonga C. 2 years ago on Google β€’ 6 reviews
    The food was delicious, we couldn't get enough! The staff are so friendly and so polite. Our birthday lunch went well, the birthday girl was so happy..
    4 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Tinashe N. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing atmosphere, good food big portions
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Tatenda C. 2 years ago on Google
    Awwww it was Amazing ..we had so much fun with my friends...
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Santana M. 2 months ago on Google β€’ 115 reviews New
    The answer is yes. It’s a really good spot, to kick back, have a meal and enjoy company. The ambiance is chilled and welcoming. Never really crowded and the service is pretty quick. Oh and yes you can bring a cooler box with β€œyou know what.” The menu is great and the prices are fair, it’s a legit good spot and you should definitely pass by and give it a try.

  • 4/5 Tendai K. 4 years ago on Google β€’ 5 reviews
    This place is quiet, in a nice suburb with friendly service. Sitting outside under the shade of big leafy trees, it never feels crowded even when there are lots of people. So far, I enjoy their cakes and their breakfast menu. Parking can be a bit hectic when it's full but that's the price for people enjoying their food!
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 3/5 Tariro M. 4 years ago on Google β€’ 91 reviews
    Service wasn't too good, very slow and the waiters seemed overwhelmed. The chips were cold, they did not have tomato sauce of all things . Generally a bad experience for me. The place is however very beautiful with a beautiful manicured garden.

  • 5/5 Abigail M. 2 months ago on Google β€’ 90 reviews New
    The new place is very spacious, beautiful garden. Service was exceptional πŸ‘Œ. The Vanilla Moon breakfast was delicious πŸ˜‹. Generous portions and very filling. Will definitely call again.

  • 4/5 Vimbai M. 2 years ago on Google
    Loved the quiet and peaceful environment. Great affordable sushi. And the chicken curry😍😍 Definitely going on my list of favorite places in Harare
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Sithabiso D. 2 years ago on Google
    Vanilla moon never disappoints. Perfect for easy conversations whilst being spoilt with yummy food. Gogo said she had the best chicken mayo toasty ever.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 2/5 Vernon H. 3 months ago on Google β€’ 69 reviews New
    Perfectly situated in a lovely tranquil garden, the staff were very attentive, coffees arrived in ten minutes, delicious. Our breakfast order was taken, Full Moon and King Breakfast. Twenty minutes later our food arrived, presented well on the plates, unfortunately the food was very cold, steak was mildly warm, eggs cold. Definitely the portion of baked beans needs to be looked at, one fork-full that was it, and ice cold, the tomato was cold and only cooked on one side.

  • 4/5 Cyndy C. 3 months ago on Google β€’ 20 reviews New
    Fantastic food and atomosphere!πŸ˜‰
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Dee 8 months ago on Google
    Great Atmosphere, delicious chocolate cake
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 nyevero k. 2 years ago on Google
    Had chicken bites and garden salad, absolutely loved it! Great outdoor setting!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Diana V. 3 years ago on Google
    Visited Vanilla moon on the 18th of April 2021 . We went as a group of 6 adults and 5 kids. Upon ordering all the kids ordered hamburgers and I personally ordered a steak. The meals took long to come (well maybe because we were a group) nonetheless when the meals came I decided to have a taste of one of the burgers and to my surprise the meat tasted as if it was off. I called one of the waiters and notified them of this but they insisted that it was their normal kind of burger. As if that was enough we ordered coffee and the coffee came with one big green fly which my in-law only noticed after taking it out of her mouth . I had decided to keep quiet and just never go to that restaurant ever again but my son and his cousins have been awfully sick with food poisoning. To those that would want to visit please make sure you have medical aid paid for... For me it’s a no go area
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 3/5 Penelope N. 3 years ago on Google
    Loved the chicken bites and milkshakes are a MUST have! However, standards seem to have really gone down, took more than 30mins to get our food and when it was served it was cold Otherwise from past experience the food is really amazing!!!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 3/5 Masarane K. 4 years ago on Google
    It has a very Friendly atmosphere, good food, convenient also if you need a haircut before or after lunch! They do need another additional cook as food is slow to arrive. Garden beautiful but small verhanda to shelter if it rains ! Otherwise thumbs up for Vanilla Moon!!!! They have hairdressers behind the Restaurant for men and women.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 3/5 Patience P. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 30 reviews
    Beautiful. Delicious food. Lovely gardens. Helpful security guard. Adequate parking space. Attended a book launch there.

  • 4/5 Kirsty F. 1 month ago on Google β€’ 6 reviews New
    Had a really awesome time today . Josh Ansley gave a live performance. Food an atmosphere was great. Thanks for a wonderful afternoon.

  • 4/5 Nigel Z. 2 years ago on Google
    These guys know what it is when it comes to hosting folks for a meal or event. I mean its a relatively small outdoor and indoor place but these guys can host a lot of people at one time, each with their different setups and their hospitality and service is always on top of their game. Went there with a client and i was impressed. Try it out, you might like it

  • 2/5 Happi Z. 4 years ago on Google
    Did not like the pork chops which tasted as if they had been made a day before

  • 3/5 Rungano M. 2 years ago on Google
    It's an amazing environment to relax and eat

  • 4/5 Pippa B. 2 years ago on Google
    We had a lovely afternoon however cakes we ordered were not available! Having made a second choice we were told they didn't have enough!! At 2pm, early afternoon! This was very unfortunate.

  • 3/5 King M. 3 years ago on Google
    Great cream hut

  • 2/5 Desmond I. 4 years ago on Google
    food was cold and presentation not good..bad day i guess

  • 5/5 Prisca M. 2 years ago on Google
    They have a wonderful spread. I love their fresh juice with ginger and carrot

  • 4/5 Kelvin M. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome breakfast menu. Great service... Refreshing.

  • 4/5 Kudzai M. 2 years ago on Google
    Simply,peaceful & cool place for a meal at very reasonable prices

  • 3/5 Romeo C. 2 years ago on Google
    It's a good restaurant to take your family, great environment and good food. Only drawback is the waiters can get overwhelmed and mistakes are made.

  • 5/5 Rumbie M. 2 years ago on Google
    Great fresh lemonade! I loved it!

  • 5/5 Chiedza G. 2 years ago on Google
    After dining there three times it has become our family favourite. The garden setting is great for the kids to play while you sit on the veranda/deck. The staff is wonderful, friendly. We arrived after last orders but they were very accommodative and made our order which we really appreciated. Firm favourite is the pork chops, which has a satisfying home cooked feel.

  • 5/5 Brian M. 2 years ago on Google
    An amazing experience at the restaurant, exceptional customer service, good food menu. Great personal.

  • 5/5 Cyn S. 1 year ago on Google
    Very airy and spacious. Good vibes all the way. I didn't order anything, will do so next time definitely. I was attending Zumba/ pilates session which was very refreshing.

  • 2/5 Belle B. 1 year ago on Google
    Service was really terrible, asked for a bottle of water before my meal arrived, during the meal and 3 times after I was done. I finally got the water that I required during my meal with the bill. The food was cold and stale, most of it left uneaten. Very disappointed and embarrassed to take a foreign person to breakfast in a restaurant that it takes so many times to ask for such a simple request.

  • 4/5 Sylvia L. 1 year ago on Google
    Hi y'all so I rated 4 Star's my only reasoning is There is always room for improvement. We had an appointment with our Hairdresser Lizzie at VM & my stomach made itself known coz I was gazing outside at the lovely Garden and all the Peep's enjoying so decided there & then let's feed the 'monster' my mom's stomach 😬 Joke's mine all mine! So the food was well presented & tasty, & the Staff are really polite & accomodating. It's also really picturesque & a great place to take Kid's & Mom's too.

  • 4/5 Priv 1st C. 1 year ago on Google
    If you're one for a garden setting, friendly staff, decent portions, a conveniently located venue... then this is for you. Good breakfast always! Recently had the hake and chips ... I'll be back! It was $9 so points for that too. Their sushi has never failed me either. Laid back ambience, fair priced food served by friendly peeps. Kids can also roam about so yay to that too! Waiting times were short so yay again. You might have to park off-street (outside the premises) but there's visible security. I recommend!

  • 5/5 Tavonga K. 10 months ago on Google
    The service and food are great I went there with my sister once, we were treated like royalty so if you ever feel like getting a bite that's the place to go

  • 4/5 trish m. 5 months ago on Google
    Held a baby shower and they provided simple beautiful decor and a very tasty chocolate cake. Would definitely have another event here

  • 3/5 Ru d. 3 years ago on Google
    I loved that they practice social distancing

  • 5/5 Mai Tapuwa M. 4 years ago on Google
    Wonderful venue

  • 5/5 Shepherd C. 3 years ago on Google
    Great experience chilled vibe

  • 1/5 TSITSI T. 3 years ago on Google
    Staff ignored us for 10 minutes after making us seat. It wasn't even peak hour.

  • 4/5 K2 R. 3 years ago on Google
    Great ambiance

  • 4/5 Brett G. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely surrounds and a great light meals menu. Look out for their great baked goods and desserts.

  • 3/5 Madelyn J. 3 years ago on Google
    Did not like the hamburger...very stodgy but other food good. Staff pleasant

  • 4/5 Mimie M. 3 years ago on Google
    Ideal for small family outings

  • 5/5 Rumbi S. 3 years ago on Google
    Great menu choices at great pricing. I had their filled croissant, very on point; one of the only few times I get to enjoy an authentic croissant in Harare. The space is very inviting with plenty of outdoor sitting- perfect for the prevailing Covid times.

  • 4/5 Davison M. 3 years ago on Google
    Always a pleasure

  • 3/5 tabeth m. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice place.

  • 5/5 Fiona B. 3 years ago on Google
    Milton Park

  • 4/5 Dumisani N. 5 years ago on Google
    Great food and perfect for the whole family kids included.

  • 3/5 RUTENDO MAVELYN M. 3 years ago on Google
    food takes forever to be delivered.Waiters mix up orders & got the wrong bill

  • 5/5 Mamba D. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful atmosphere, warm and welcoming with a wide range of food and drinks. 10/10

  • 4/5 simba m. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely ambiance. Friendly waiters and great service. The food is great and their pricing is fair. Great for that business meeting in an informal setting

  • 4/5 Jina K. 4 years ago on Google
    Came here on a rainy day and it was lovely to sit outside on the patio. Drinks were excellent, especially the cappuccinos and the Vietnamese coffee. Will love to come back again!

  • 5/5 jenni d. 3 years ago on Google
    A beautiful setting, friendly and efficient servers, wonderful coffee and delicious food.

  • 4/5 Wesley M. 3 years ago on Google
    Decent menu and very good fruit juices.

  • 3/5 Tafadzwa M. 4 years ago on Google
    If you like salads then this is the place. Nice for brunch.

  • 4/5 Victoria B. 5 years ago on Google
    Good serving sizes, lots of taste. Delicious drinks. Nice garden set up!

  • 5/5 Sharon F. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice setting

  • 4/5 Rayfrenchvlogs 4 years ago on Google
    Greay

  • 4/5 Andrew C. 4 years ago on Google
    A lovely place to go with friends. Great service quality where the food is excellent. Nice surroundings and a convenient location for all.

  • 3/5 Candy B. 4 years ago on Google
    Love the laid back feel of the place and amazing coffee

  • 5/5 Danai m. 4 years ago on Google
    Loved it

  • 5/5 Liz G. 4 years ago on Google
    Wonderful Sunday sushi

  • 4/5 Solic the S. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice garden setting

  • 4/5 Munopa C N. 3 years ago on Google
    cool place to relax

  • 5/5 Linda S. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place to pass time with the kids and very relaxing and pritty.

  • 3/5 Cherie M. 4 years ago on Google
    Very pleasant

  • 3/5 all r. 4 years ago on Google
    Peaceful good food good flavour

  • 4/5 Colin T. 4 years ago on Google
    A quaint and upmarket restaurant

  • 4/5 Christine V. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place - friendly service. I like it very much.

  • 3/5 chamu m. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent

  • 5/5 Brian T. 3 years ago on Google
    Love the outside sitting in a tranquil surrounding. The menu is great for lunch or anytime meals and the service is excellent. The moon burger and the millionaire's shortbread are definitely worth a try. I would recommend this place if you are looking for a cosy place to have a lazy meal with friends and family in a quiet environment or just hanging out.

  • 5/5 Michael W. 3 years ago on Google
    Loved it all the way..

  • 1/5 tatenda c. 2 months ago on Google β€’ 1 review New
    Very slow service. They had one waiter attending to everyone. We waited about 20 minutes with my daughter and we did not get served. At least she had fun at the playground, can’t comment on the food because we didn’t even have a chance to taste it.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • βœ“οΈ Free parking lot
    • βœ“οΈ Plenty of parking
    • βœ“οΈ Free of charge street parking
  • Payments
    • βœ“οΈ Debit cards
    • βœ“οΈ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • βœ“οΈ Coffee
    • βœ“οΈ Cocktails
    • βœ“οΈ Small plates
    • βœ“οΈ Vegan options
    • βœ“οΈ Healthy options
    • βœ“οΈ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • βœ“οΈ Lunch
    • βœ“οΈ Brunch
    • βœ“οΈ Dessert
    • βœ“οΈ Seating
    • βœ“οΈ Catering
    • βœ“οΈ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • βœ“οΈ Dine-in
    • βœ“οΈ Takeaway
    • βœ“οΈ Outdoor seating

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