About Concha
Concha Cafe is a family-run Portuguese bakery, coffee shop, and cafe located at 18 Compensation Beach Road on the corner of Library Lane in old Ballito Village. Operating daily from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM, the seaside establishment features a mixture of indoor tables and an outdoor open-air seating area overlooking the ocean near the local boardwalk. The business highlights custom-roasted coffee alongside an artisan bakery selection made by hand, which includes items such as sourdough, traditional bread, croissants, and Pastéis de Nata (Portuguese custard tarts).
Their broader menu comprises standard dining options for breakfast, lunch, and brunch such as breakfast bowls, tramezzinis, prego rolls, and wraps along with specific options catering to vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free dietary preferences. Additionally, the venue is pet-friendly, provides free customer Wi-Fi, offers designated off-street parking, and serves as a community gathering hub for local runners, walkers, and cyclists.