this restaurant opened about a year ago right in the middle of a quaint building in durbanville.. it also happens to be a heritage site. they have outdoor seating, with a very cosy indoor area, with old school wooden floors, thick walls and high ceilings. the owners are very focused on detail. on a fresh winters morning you will be given knee blankets, just to keep the cold away. inside there is also a small fireplace.
in my opinion, they arguably have the friendliest service of any coffee shop in the area. for the americano lovers out there.. be sure to always get a solid layer of crema with each cup served. one of the most consistent coffee shops i have been to in a long time. they have a highly trained and friendly barista who i can see,takes pride in his work.
they offer a small, but effective food menu. everything made from scratch and pasta will be hand made on the premises. the chef is highly skilled and his food are always outstanding. he has astonishing plating skills and an eye for detail. every time they put a plate in front of you, one cant help to take a picture of it. simply amazing. order something basic like a cheese and tomato toastie, and you will get blown away by a work of art and a taste explosion. they also serve basic breakfasts and wraps, with a good lunch menu as well as a black board which changes often. this very same black board always have some sort of special running as well.. combos with cake and coffee, or a toasted sandwich with a juice. perfect for a quick lunch while using their free wifi. on wednesdays they have pensioners specials and yoco eatery also caters for kitchen teas, birthdays and other events. they handle large groups with ease, which to me is a clear sign of an organized kitchen and a chef who can handle pressure.
yoco eatery also obtained their liquor license recently and offers a range of craft beers, top wines from the surrounding wine farms and much more. be sure to try them out, you will be surprised.. the sell small food related gifts like relishes, dips, sauces and cookies.
i have given them a rating of 4.5.. the only improvement i can suggest for now, is their visibility from the street in terms of signage,flags etc. if you drive past the area you will not see them at all .. i am under the impression that it might be due to the rules of the landlords or the heritage site rules. they deserve a chance to advertise and display their name like any other business in the area. cheers herman