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Wimpy

Restaurant Fast food restaurant Meal takeaway Family restaurant

Relaxed eatery of a long-standing chain with a menu of burgers, mixed grills & other comfort food. People often mention service, good, Wimpy, staff, friendly, great, wimpy, breakfast, time, asked,


Address

Clearwater Mall, Shop 052 Cnr Christiaan De Wet &, Hendrik Potgieter Rd, Strubens Valley, 1724, South Africa

Website

location.wimpy.co.za

Contact

+27 11 675 5200

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.10 (612 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 8 am to 9 pm
  • Friday: 8 am to 9 pm
  • Saturday: 8 am to 9 pm
  • Sunday: 8 am to 9 pm
  • Monday: (New Year's Day), 8 am to 9 pm, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: 8 am to 9 pm
  • Wednesday: 8 am to 9 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: service (33) good (22) Wimpy (21) staff (19) friendly (15) great (12) wimpy (9) breakfast (9) time (8) asked (7)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 2/5 Martin O. 3 years ago on Google
    The food quality is not good. The service is arguably worse. I'll share more just in case somebody cares... On most visits the food has been fine, not amazing, but you know - Wimpy food, simple and tasty. On my last visit I complained about a sour taste in the patty or bacon on the burger, I couldn't have more than 2 bites of it. Then they stood there like a mob staring at me as if I'm committing some sort of a crime by not loving the burger. The cashier says "no other customers have complained", the manager says "it's the red patty, there's nothing wrong with it" and she looks like she'd rather chew her own arm off than have to deal with a customer. I had a great time on the toilet last night from the 2 bites I did have. So I'd look at those perfectly fine red patties and that bacon if I were you. On a less serious note a tower of pickles were piled on a 3 square cm drop zone as if it's illegal to separate them from each other, or maybe they were super-glued together and despite the griller's best efforts he couldn't strip them apart. We're not dealing with food geniuses here, this team is not following procedure or sticking to food standards. It's dangerous to have people who don't love making food, working on other people's food. I see the light hearted and meaningless Wimpy blurb in response to 5 star ratings, but complaints aren't addressed. The real issue is that there's no love for the customer on the ground at this branch, that's why this place is sitting on 3.8 and slipping. When it comes to service, the waiters are indifferent and focused on their own agenda. When trying to get a waiter's attention it takes ages before eye contact is made, and when you do it feels like you're inconveniencing them. The wet wipe I asked for at this last visit never came. In just under 10min I couldn't get the waitress to look so I can ask for the bill, so I walked myself over to the cashier to get it myself. Place wasn't busy. Just pap. There are some decent waiters here that are the exception, but no team work. It's unfortunate for the few good staff, but the experience is mostly pap. I would be happy to update my review if you guys could turn it around, I get no joy out of leaving a stinky review on someone's feed, but as it stands I'd say #someonecallthehealthinspector. Dangerous game you guys are playing here with this kind of staff who don't seem to have much of a clue about hospitality or food standards.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 kelebogile T. 2 years ago on Google
    Too much oil on the steak 😩 and then the cheese burger was tasteless ...not happy with the service too cause we came before some other Indian guy but they served him first because he said he is hungry .....🚯🚯 they too slow they couldn't even add cutlery
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Natasha P. 1 year ago on Google
    I usually always enjoy my experiences at Wimpy...this was one of the exceptions. I waited for about 20mind before I could flag someone down for a drinks order . The coffee order was wrong.. the food cake relatively quickly however was pretty below average. My eggs were not the way I requested and the grilled tomato looked old and dried. They were busy so maybe that could be the reason. I'm not sure
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mike W. 2 years ago on Google
    Oh wimpy will always be the place where I will go for my breakfast if I am close to one. People go and try the Farmhouse breakfast it's the best

  • 1/5 katleho m. 1 year ago on Google
    This is the second time I have come here. (Wimpy in Clearwater mall) And the same thing has happened on both occasions. I get seated and have to wait close to 10 minutes before someone comes and takes our order. This is the worst service I've experienced in all wimpy's. Whilst I type this I am sitting here and the waiting has just arrived after a 10 minute wait after being seated.

  • 2/5 Tholakele M. 1 year ago on Google
    Food took too long. First time got dirty glasses and the jug we got was broken. Since we were too hungry to complain left it. This is the first time I never left a tip because I was not happy. The gravy on the hash and gravy, the tomato was not grated properly, the food was still delicious.

  • 5/5 Thoriso 1 year ago on Google
    Nice wimpy I also enjoyed my wine there. The staff is friendly

  • 5/5 Ntombi M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great service. Friendly team and waitress was very good

  • 1/5 Hlehani B. 1 year ago on Google
    It's as if they don't care about the quality of the food served. My entire meal was drowning in oil from the eggs, the amount of oil that was in there could feed a small village.

  • 4/5 Matt B. 1 year ago on Google
    Good food and service. Eggs were a bit too hard when asked for them to be softer but everything was good

  • 4/5 Taneil P. 2 years ago on Google
    Breakfast was good. Restaurant was clean and staff were friendly

  • 1/5 Annaline D. 1 year ago on Google
    Bad food every thing was cold toast was normal bread on one side the wimpy did not even had rooibos tea they dont let customers know the chips fryer is not workin bring cold chips sevice is not up to standed 29 Dec 20222 10:49

  • 5/5 Magdel Van Der W. 2 years ago on Google
    very tasty and fresh food. the staff in attendance was very helpfull when asked for directions.

  • 5/5 Stephan K. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice experience. Waiter was ver friendly and attentive. The food as usual were good and tasty to eat. Keep up the good work.

  • 1/5 Sydwell T. 2 years ago on Google
    Today wasn't a good day. The bacon was too oily and the toast was old and re-fried with patches of oil plus it was paper-thin.

  • 3/5 Thembelani M. 2 years ago on Google
    Easy to locate, very good place to be, service is good

  • 5/5 Marius B. 2 years ago on Google
    Great service and friendly staff. I would really appreciate it if they open at 7 so you can grab a breakfast and cap before work.

  • 4/5 Owen M. 2 years ago on Google
    I've generally always had a good breakfast here.

  • 5/5 Nompumelelo M. 10 months ago on Google
    Lungile was such a sweetheart from the moment I walked in she had a smile on her face, she came to check up on me to see if I was still okay we deserve such souls to be serving us everyday

  • 5/5 Taryn P. 7 months ago on Google
    We had an amazing breakfast at Wimpy and what made it even more special was our incredible waiter KELVIN who was attentive and friendly from the moment we walked in, thank you.

  • 1/5 Richard A. 6 months ago on Google
    What a terrible experience, i have had the crispy onion cheeseburger. The chips tasted like OLD OIL and the bun stale, i haven't eaten the chips nor the stale bun and oily onions. Please call me

  • 5/5 Monique S. 6 months ago on Google
    Thank you Thulani for your very friendly and efficient service. All the staff members are always so welcoming.This is our go-to Wimpy and we will be back soon.

  • 5/5 Hermanus S. 6 months ago on Google
    Stanzy was a absolute 🌟 and she is like a ray of sunshine. I will never go to another Wimpy again as this kind of service is hard to come by and she is a great asset to your Wimpy.

  • 5/5 Megan S. 6 months ago on Google
    Absolutely great service, friendly and helpful staff. Child friendly. Very good prices. I'll definitely come again.

  • 5/5 Wade A. 6 months ago on Google
    Anna was our waitress, amazing person. Was super friendly and helpful. Will definitely hope she helps us out next time.

  • 5/5 Karabo T. 1 year ago on Google
    I was welcomed by Kelvin who showed me to my table. Precious took my order of a mega cappuccino with such a warm smile My cappuccino spilled a bit into the saucer and when I asked for serviettes she brought me a new cup and saucer set to make things neater for me. Nice, warm experience

  • 5/5 Carol M. 10 months ago on Google
    Today I was served by Lunglie. She was very polite and gave exceptional service. Just because of her service. I will frequent Wimpy Clearwater

  • 3/5 Freddo Van Den H. 2 years ago on Google
    When we arrived the music... whatever it was , was so loud we had to ask for it to be turned down. This took a while and seemingly grudgingly turned down after quite a while. Dont know about you but when i sit down for a meal loud music is a disturbance. The waitress was pleasant and did her job well.

  • 4/5 Itumeleng S. 10 months ago on Google
    We arrived at wimpy in the cold morning. Just aa we got to the door a friendly smile greeted us and asked if we would like a table for you. My name is AMUKELANI she introduced herself. I was so cold and she noticed.she asked if I would like a cup of hot water. She was so considerate. I was impressed. She brought our menu and my cup of hot water. She kept on checking on us.. her smile never faded on her face. Her service was great. We couldn't have asked for a better waitress. Keep up the good work Amu. Blessings apon you. Thank you Wimpy. Will do call again

  • 5/5 Soraya L. 10 months ago on Google
    Oh Wow the service I received from Amukelani was amazing.She has an awesome personality made my experience worthwhile.Keep up the good work. The 1/4 Chicken Meal for R64.90 Tops it was Devine. Highly recommend 👌 👍

  • 5/5 Millicent S. 11 months ago on Google
    The place is spotless and it's situated in a safe spot. The food is clean, fresh and tastes amazing. You can tell it was made from love. The service is outstanding more especially from Precious. The lady is always ready to give you excellent service with a beautiful smile on her face. I would highly recommend this establishment 👌👌👌

  • 5/5 Claudette S. 10 months ago on Google
    Amukelani was such a pleasure to meet. Her service was out of this world. She is a great asset to wimpy. Wimpy must really look after her. She is a real people's person. Her personality is awesome. She is the reason why I would come back to Wimpy. Please look after her.❤

  • 1/5 Tisetso P. 10 months ago on Google
    Today I am at Wimpy Clearwater mall ,we received our drinks and a dirty glass ,I let that one slide ,now my food arrives and it's a dirty plate ,that was just wiped and with the food on the plate ,I lost my appetite and couldn't even eat ,this js really unacceptable, I've never had such an issue with other wimpy branches.

  • 1/5 tain m. 1 year ago on Google
    Not a family restaurant. Kids area is like a toilet .food takes long.very frustrating when you have little kids

  • 1/5 Adel L. 1 year ago on Google
    Worst Wimpy experience of my life!! Waiter that can hardly open his mouth, ice coffee without ice and raw chips

  • 5/5 Christof J. 4 years ago on Google
    We ordered some coffee, the manager came and explained that the machine is giving problems, she offered alternative, and we took something else. The manager was really sorry that she couldn't complete our order. The food was yummy, and the staff was friendly and accommodating with us, and my 15 month old boy running in the store

  • 5/5 Yolanda S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Citizens from the books (Original) Burgers uit die boeke

  • 1/5 Diolinda P. 4 years ago on Google
    Worst Wimpy ever! Order mexi veg wrap. Ingredients were totally different to menu. Management and staff were indifferent to my complaint and did not help. Took wrap away and no apology or replacement!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • 1/5 Nickel H. 4 years ago on Google
    A perfect example of how a great place can go backwards due to lack of skilled management. The lack of trained staff and general waiter etiquette is absolutely ridiculous.

  • 4/5 Teboho S. 4 years ago on Google
    Great for a quick morning breakfast

  • 5/5 Corne 4 years ago on Google
    Still great but got a lot more expensive.

  • 4/5 TJ Labour Law S. 3 years ago on Google
    ALL Covid#19 Protocols observed. Save environment.

  • 5/5 Jade G. 3 years ago on Google
    Always good service

  • 4/5 David W. 5 years ago on Google
    I love this restaurant. The food is always very nice. I especially like their cream soda floats. The staff are very kind and very friendly. It has a very happy atmosphere, I very strongly recommend this restaurant to any body who enjoys great service and great food.

  • 3/5 Trevor T. 4 years ago on Google
    Friendly people great service

  • 5/5 Adrian G. 3 years ago on Google
    Quick and friendly service. Great covid-19 precautions as well.

  • 5/5 Wandile M. 3 years ago on Google
    Good customer service. Thank you

  • 5/5 Valerie C. 4 years ago on Google
    We visit with my 2 special needs grandchildren & my elderly mum who is in a wheelchair. Our group always experiences top class service as the staff go out of their way to assist. Jane is always especially helpful & greets my mum & the girls with a hug. Varied food, reasonably priced, especially breakfast, well served. The welcome is always warm.

  • 3/5 Gladys M. 4 years ago on Google
    My husband's omelette was burned and mug used for his latte was dirty

  • 5/5 William M. 3 years ago on Google
    Pleasant atmosphere , great place for a quick break or a little time to relax and refresh . Real well managed and awesome staff . Very clean .

  • 5/5 Funi S. 3 years ago on Google
    1st class ,quick service and good food

  • 4/5 G C. 7 years ago on Google
    Good Wimpy burger and crisp chips. Delicious Mega Chocolate Milkshake

  • 5/5 Ingrid G. 4 years ago on Google
    Good service

  • 5/5 Adrienne M. 2 years ago on Google
    I was there today. Spotless So good. Friendly staff. Best Wimpy by far. Even better than summerfields

  • 3/5 PepperM1nt 2 years ago on Google
    Service was quite slow and staff was quite unpleasant to us. Breakfast was good but average for any Wimpy. Definitely prefer Wimpys in Cape Town.

  • 1/5 Melissa E. 2 years ago on Google
    Don't bother. The waitrons don't listen and then actually full-on argue with you when they bring you the wrong thing. "No you didn't" - what a load of boohockey. Just fix the problem, it is part of your job. In fact, your whole job is to keep a table happy. This is the last thing I want when I go for food, of all things. What crumby attitudes for a customer care role. Not sure who interviews for staff but they're also not doing their job well.

  • 5/5 Desiree C. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely service today. They were a bit busy, I guess its because people are sick of staying home. But the staff had such good attitude and their service was fast. WELL DONE! Highly recommended and all safety measures are in place re: Covid situation at the moment.

  • 4/5 gwen Van R. 4 years ago on Google
    Wimpy breakfasts are excellent,staff are friendly+efficient..calamari is also good..good value for money too

  • 5/5 Jo–Anne S. 4 years ago on Google
    Great service great food

  • 5/5 Royce H. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent service all round

  • 4/5 Jessica P. 4 years ago on Google
    I just love Wimpy. The service is usually very fast and the food is always what you expect

  • 5/5 Esther 3 years ago on Google
    So nice to customers. Good food at a fair price. For some reason this wimpys coffee is always the best, better than any other wimpy. Went to Simply Asia and was treated like rubbish and came to wimpy and was treated so well.

  • 3/5 Nicholas D. 4 years ago on Google
    I love wimpy foods affordable I just don't like those paper straws

  • 1/5 Chlarissa B. 4 years ago on Google
    Waited how long to be helped, after being helped I had very raw chicken I showed the waiter and she said she'll go speak to the manager then after a while she came back saying his in the bathroom, he never showed they did nothing ahout it! We had dirty glasses and the service was really very slow. Waited again for how long to get the bill. Will be my last time eating at Clearwater Wimpy.

  • 5/5 Lindiwe M. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice breakfast i had

  • 5/5 Griselda P. 4 years ago on Google
    Best breakfast

  • 2/5 Madison L. 4 years ago on Google
    Cold food served and when sent back waited extra long and it still came back cold. People who joined us at the meal had already finished eating by the time I got my food. Spoke to assistant manager, who could only apologize, and offered to warm food again

  • 5/5 Sven W. 4 years ago on Google
    Great friendly, fast and efficient service. One of the best Wimpys around, by far.

  • 3/5 Magma 4 years ago on Google
    Food is good but expensive.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Paid parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Braille menu
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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