Europa, Bedford Square

28.07.2018 While waiting for the draw to take place at Bedford, we decided to have breakfast. I have noticed alot of the Europa branches slowly disappearing, so i was happy that this one is still surviving. They have a great selection of food to choose from. The Rustic Hash breakfast immediately caught my eye because you know.... carbs and garlic go together A Poached Egg on top of Garlic, Herbed Potatoe and Bacon Hash, with a Tomato and Cream Sauce drizzled with Basil Pesto and Rocket. Delicious, i could have added a bit of green chilli oil for some extra kick but it was good as is. My sister had the Spanish style Baked Eggs i.e. Frittata baked Eggs, spiced with Red Pepper Flakes, Peas, Zucchini, Garlic, Onions and fresh Coriander with grated Mozarella and toasted Ciabatta, except she asked for NO peas. Really good, even my Cappucino with cream was piping hot. Yes the food did take quite a while, but i can happily say it was worth the wait. Shingie our waiter kept us informed of our foods arrival :- Would definitely go back and try some of the main meals or even the cakes, it looked pretty Yum. #TheFoodMusketeer #TheFoodMusketeerEats #TheFoodMusketeerDrinks #TFMEuropa

Great place. Wonderfull pizzas

Usually a 5 star experience for food and service, but on this occasion, the food was not great. The fish was rubbery, the batter wasn't crispy and I asked for no spice on the chips, but that request was ignored. A rather disappointing experience as I usually go there knowing the food will be great.

Coffee is below average in terms of freshness. Food is quite good but the slow service and unfriendly manner of the waiters kills it. The waitress that "served" me didn't even speak more than one word. Snatches my card, no "thanks for the tip" or "please call again" - worst service among restaurants with bad service.

The pizza is good, but the rest of the food is overpriced for small portions don't know about the pasta. It felt like they struggled in the kitchen after Christmas time maybe a lack of staff. Glasses and plates smelled of egg!!

The food was so fresh and alive. We had to go back again and again. Wonderful variety on the menu. Friendly and efficient staff. Ambience and decor is really so pleasant. What a treat!

I like the place as I can hangout there by myself and read or just chill after gym which is a few steps away as is the Ster Kinekor cinema. Service has improved. Food is above average. Quieter these days but can be busy on Saturday mornings.

So disappointed with my breakfast here. The waiters are great but clearly an inexperienced chef. Ordered an eggs Benedict; soppy toast, overdone eggs, with some household mayo just plopped messily ontop. Not worth the close-to R100 priced meal.

I really enjoyed the service and atmosphere but the food was a bit lacking in portion size, imagination and extra ingredients added such as garnish on a hamburger. I ordered the bunless lamb burger, which was basic in presentation but quite tasty.

This particular Europa has been a personal favourite of mine for as long as I can remember. The setting is warm and relaxed, and out of the hub of the main Bedford Centre shops. I love to make use of the outside seating as it offers just the right amount of sunlight and warmth. The coffee is outstanding, with a robustness hard to find at other establishments. The menu has an assortment of options to choose from with each meal presented with a flair and style that is simple, yet sophisticated. The waiters and waitresses are friendly and attentive no matter how busy or quiet the setting is and go out of their way to ensure the customer is happy. The menu is moderately priced and you can find your perfect meal whether it be a quick and healthy snack to go, or if you have a hefty appetite and need a to wind down with a good belly-filler. Additional perks is that it is wheelchair friendly, easily accessible from the lower level of Bedford Centre and has access to clean public toilets directly opposite the restaurant. You can be assured you've made a great choice if you choose to stop off here.