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Things to Do in Gardens, Cape Town

Kloof Street is the heart of Gardens, lined with trendy cafes, restaurants, and shops, while Bree Street is known for its nightlife and eateries. The Company's Garden and De Waal Park provide green spaces.

Kloof Street is the heart of Gardens, lined with trendy cafes, restaurants, and shops, while Bree Street is known for its nightlife and eateries. The Company's Garden and De Waal Park provide green spaces.

  • Ayepyep Lifestyle LoungeAyepyep Lifestyle LoungeLounge
  • Roastin' RecordsRoastin' RecordsRecord Store
  • The Dog's Bollocks at YARDThe Dog's Bollocks at YARDBurgers
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By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026

Top things to do in Gardens

  • Roastin' Records in Gardens, Cape Town

    Roastin' Records

    4.9 · 163
    Record Store
    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    10 AM – 4 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 2 PM
    Sun
    Closed

Where to eat & drink in Gardens

  • Ayepyep Lifestyle Lounge in Gardens, Cape Town

    Ayepyep Lifestyle Lounge

    4.4 · 1.0k
    Lounge· R 1,000+

    A restaurant and club venue known for its upscale environment, music, and food offerings like fried hake and salad.

    Mon–Thu
    12 PM – 2 AM
    Fri
    12:30 PM – 2 AM
    Sat
    12 PM – 2 AM
    Sun
    12 PM – 2 AM
  • The Dog's Bollocks at YARD in Gardens, Cape Town

    The Dog's Bollocks at YARD

    4.7 · 3.5k
    Burgers· R 200–300

    Burgers & beer turned out in industrial, brick-lined digs with quirky accents & a small patio.

    Every day
    7 AM – 10 PM
  • Yours Truly in Gardens, Cape Town

    Yours Truly

    4.3 · 2.7k
    Bar· R 100–400

    A collection of lifestyle outlets that provides a space for connection, growth, fun, and making an impact.

    Every day
    7 AM – 12 AM
  • Noodle Box Kloof Street in Gardens, Cape Town

    Noodle Box Kloof Street

    4.8 · 965
    Asian· R 100–200
    Every day
    11:30 AM – 8:30 PM
  • La Parada Kloof Street in Gardens, Cape Town

    La Parada Kloof Street

    4.7 · 1.3k
    Restaurant· R 200-700
    Every day
    11 AM – 12 AM
  • Maria's Greek Café in Gardens, Cape Town

    Maria's Greek Café

    4.6 · 1.6k
    Greek· R 200–400

    Traditional taverna with a contemporary design edge serving a modern take on Greek snacks and meals.

    Mon
    11 AM – 10 PM
    Tue–Fri
    8:30 AM – 10 PM
    Sat
    8:30 AM – 10 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 4 PM
  • Coffee on Orange in Gardens, Cape Town

    Coffee on Orange

    4.9 · 103
    Café & Bakery· R 100–200
    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 4 PM
    Sat
    Closed
    Sun
    Closed
    Map
  • Thali Restaurant in Gardens, Cape Town

    Thali Restaurant

    4.5 · 978
    Indian
    Mon–Fri
    5 PM – 9:30 PM
    Sat
    5 PM – 9:30 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Pavement Cafe' at YARD in Gardens, Cape Town

    Pavement Cafe' at YARD

    4.5 · 170
    Breakfast
    Every day
    7 AM – 4 PM
  • Hudsons - The Burger Joint (Kloof) in Gardens, Cape Town

    Hudsons - The Burger Joint (Kloof)

    4.6 · 4.1k
    Burgers· R 200–300

    Big selection of gourmet burgers along with ribs and other favourites in a US-style restaurant.

    Every day
    12 PM – 11:30 PM
  • Tiger's Milk Kloof Street in Gardens, Cape Town

    Tiger's Milk Kloof Street

    4.4 · 4.8k
    Bar & Grill· R 200–300
    Mon–Thu
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Fri
    10 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    10 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    10 AM – 12 AM
  • Roxy Late Night in Gardens, Cape Town

    Roxy Late Night

    4.4 · 1.4k
    Coffee Shop· R 100–200

    An intimate venue that has been a beloved spot for artists, bohemians, musicians, creatives, and freaks since 1990.

    Mon–Thu
    9 AM – 12 AM
    Fri
    9 AM – 2 AM
    Sat
    9 AM – 2 AM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Deluxe Coffeeworks in Gardens, Cape Town

    Deluxe Coffeeworks

    4.6 · 498
    Coffee Shop· R 1–100

    Deluxe Coffee, founded in April 2009 by Carl Wessel and Judd Nicolay, started with a mission to revolutionize Cape Town's coffee scene.

    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 5 PM
    Sat
    7 AM – 1 PM
    Sun
    7 AM – 1 PM
  • Deluxe Coffeeworks Kloof Street. in Gardens, Cape Town

    Deluxe Coffeeworks Kloof Street.

    4.7 · 240
    Coffee Shop· R 1–100
  • Egghead Diner in Gardens, Cape Town

    Egghead Diner

    4.5 · 830
    Diner· R 100–200

    A diner offering coffee and treats for early risers, a workspace for creatives, and a dinner spot for socializing.

    Every day
    7:30 AM – 10 PM

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Map of Gardens with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Ayepyep Lifestyle Lounge
  2. 2Roastin' Records
  3. 3The Dog's Bollocks at YARD
  4. 4Yours Truly
  5. 5Noodle Box Kloof Street
  6. 6La Parada Kloof Street
  7. 7Maria's Greek Café
  8. 8Coffee on Orange
  9. 9Thali Restaurant
  10. 10Pavement Cafe' at YARD

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