The Backyard Café

To reach the tables, you first have to walk through Restorabilia, a working furniture showroom that fronts the property. It is a necessary preamble that signals the domestic roots of the space – this was the Harding family home before it became a business and, since 2012, a café. The transition from indoor retail to outdoor dining happens abruptly as you step into the backyard, where the noise of Bergvliet fades behind the building line. The seating is scattered across a sprawling garden rather than a tightly packed patio. It is a mix of mismatched chairs, sofas under reed awnings, and tables set near rose bushes and vegetable patches. Because the furniture business is still active, the decor feels less like a calculated design fit-out and more like a collection of pieces finding their place among the large Eugenia trees. It is quiet enough to hear the fish pond, and the layout naturally creates pockets of privacy. You will often see larger groups taking over the corner spots for baby showers or birthdays – the space handles crowds well without feeling congested. The kitchen operates with a straightforward approach, leaning on Mediterranean influences and produce from the on-site garden where possible. The menu covers the expected daytime staples – quiches, salads, and cooked breakfasts – alongside a counter of fresh cakes and muffins. Coffee is poured from Origin beans. In cooler months, service shifts to a smaller indoor section with blankets on hand, but the garden remains the primary draw.