George Central

The cortado people cross town for

A small coffee shop on Merriman Street where the espresso is pulled properly, the carrot cake goes fast, and the welcome is the reason people keep coming back. Open from 6:45 in the morning, weekdays.

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5 on Google·5 out of 5 on Google from 9 reviews

Nine reviews, nine five-star ratings, and one very good cortado.

Our story

Small place, serious coffee

Dear June Cafe sits at 83 Merriman Street in George Central, doors open at 6:45am for the people who need a proper cup before the day starts. The reviews say it plainly: a dirty latte that is well-balanced and smooth, a cortado and carrot cake that regulars call the best in George, and staff who are competent and friendly enough that guests mention them by name. It is a lovely setting for a quiet coffee, a slice of cake, or a quick stop between errands. Nothing more complicated than that, done well every weekday morning.

What we pour

Coffee, cake, and a proper breakfast cup

A short look at what comes out of our machine and off our cake stand. Prices are estimates.

Espresso bar

CortadoR32

Equal parts espresso and steamed milk, the cup our regulars name first

Dirty latteR42

A shot poured straight over cold milk, smooth and well-balanced

AmericanoR30

Long black, brewed strong for the 6:45am crowd

Cake counter

Carrot cakeR55

The slice reviewers call the best in George

Cheesecake sliceR58

Baked, dense, cut generously

Morning plates

Toasted sandwichR68

Pressed hot, served with your coffee

Croissant and jamR45

Simple, buttery, straight out of the warmer

The full menu and current prices are confirmed with the business.

5Average Google rating

9Google reviews

6:45amDoors open weekdays

5 daysMonday to Friday

Inside Dear June

The cups, the cake, the corner table

What people say

What George keeps saying

5 out of 5 across 9 Google reviews — here's what people keep saying.

“Best carrot cake and cortado in George.”

Annette MGoogle review

“Fabulous experience with competent, friendly staff and a lovely setting.”

Rika van DykGoogle review

“A great cup of coffee and vibe.”

Cheryl BarnettGoogle review

Good to know

Before you visit

What are your opening hours?

We are open Monday to Friday from 6:45am to 4:00pm. We are closed on Saturday and Sunday.

Are you open on weekends?

No, we are closed Saturday and Sunday. Weekdays only, 6:45am to 4:00pm.

Where are you?

83 Merriman Street, George Central, George, 6525. We are in the middle of town, easy to stop at on your way through.

Can I order ahead?

Yes, send us a WhatsApp on 082 662 1979 and we will have your coffee ready. We answer during trading hours, 6:45am to 4:00pm on weekdays.

Come say hello

Find us in George Central

Where83 Merriman St, George Central, George, 6525

HoursMon–Fri 6:45am–4pm · Sat–Sun closed

Call082 662 1979

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