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Ellen Jay

Ellen Jay Ellen Jay is a cozy coffee shop and restaurant located on Constantia Main Road. With a range of delicious homemade quiches, pies, and cakes, Ellen Jay is the perfect spot for an afternoon tea or a quick snack. Don't miss out on their famous caramelized onion, mushroom and thyme pie!

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Delicious cakes, coffee and lots of other tasty treats as well as the most stunning fabrics at Ellen Jay and Constantia ...
29/05/2026

Delicious cakes, coffee and lots of other tasty treats as well as the most stunning fabrics at Ellen Jay and Constantia Fabrics.

UPDATE : We still don’t have electricity but because we have a gas hob we are able to make plunger coffee and tea. We ha...
12/05/2026

UPDATE :

We still don’t have electricity but because we have a gas hob we are able to make plunger coffee and tea.
We have a variety of cakes and tarts available and we can make omelettes, scrambled eggs, our toasted cheese and tomato sandwich and our homemade granola bowl with fresh fruit fruit, yoghurt and honey.
And of course our range of marmalades, jams and pickles are waiting for new homes !
We look forward to seeing you and giving you our usual special service.

Due to the severe weather conditions today we have no power at Ellen Jay and we have no option but to close for the day....
11/05/2026

Due to the severe weather conditions today we have no power at Ellen Jay and we have no option but to close for the day. We will keep you updated.
Please stay safe ….warm and dry.
We hope to seen you soon.
Len, Johan, Wellie, Robbie and Stanley.

09/05/2026
A new porcelain “bust” …COLUMBINE On display at Ellen Jay and available.
07/05/2026

A new porcelain “bust” …

COLUMBINE

On display at Ellen Jay and available.

Ellen Jay is OPEN today SATURDAY 2nd MAYfrom 9am to 2pm. We look forward to welcoming you.
02/05/2026

Ellen Jay is OPEN today
SATURDAY 2nd MAY
from 9am to 2pm.
We look forward to welcoming you.

A new porcelain “bust” fresh from the kiln. On display at Ellen Jay and available ….. at the moment. 😁
30/04/2026

A new porcelain “bust” fresh from the kiln.
On display at Ellen Jay and available ….. at the moment. 😁

Kindly note: Ellen Jay will be CLOSED onFRIDAY 1st MAY (Public Holiday)WORKERS DAY but we will be OPEN onSATURDAY 2nd M...
30/04/2026

Kindly note:
Ellen Jay will be CLOSED on
FRIDAY 1st MAY (Public Holiday)
WORKERS DAY
but we will be OPEN on
SATURDAY 2nd MAY
from 9am - 2pm.

27/04/2026
Ellen Jay is OPEN TODAY SATURDAY 25th APRIL9.00 to 14.00
25/04/2026

Ellen Jay is OPEN TODAY
SATURDAY 25th APRIL
9.00 to 14.00

Ellen Jay will be CLOSED on MONDAY 27th APRIL(Freedom Day)
24/04/2026

Ellen Jay will be CLOSED on
MONDAY 27th APRIL
(Freedom Day)

20/04/2026

It might be cold out there here in Cape Town but inside the Constantia Fabrics shop and Ellen Jay a warm welcome awaits you. Come and experience all the delights awaiting you …. beautiful fabrics and tasty food, cakes and delicious coffee.

A new porcelain cat fresh from the kiln this morning. No name yet…..Available at Ellen Jay.
15/04/2026

A new porcelain cat fresh from the kiln this morning. No name yet…..
Available at Ellen Jay.

PLEASE NOTE : Today, MONDAY 6th APRIL is a Public Holiday (Family Day) and Ellen Jay is CLOSED. We’ll re-open on Tuesday...
06/04/2026

PLEASE NOTE :
Today, MONDAY 6th APRIL is a
Public Holiday (Family Day) and
Ellen Jay is CLOSED.

We’ll re-open on Tuesday 7th April and then it’s business as usual.

We still have a number of our hand painted styrofoam Easter eggs available for sale. 10,5cm, beaded and with ribbon for ...
04/04/2026

We still have a number of our hand painted styrofoam Easter eggs available for sale.
10,5cm, beaded and with ribbon for hanging.
R120
We are OPEN TODAY, SATURDAY
4th APRIL from 9am to 2pm.

Ellen Jay is OPEN todaySATURDAY 4th APRIL from 9am to 2pm. We’re looking forward to seeing you there. Ellen Jay is at Co...
04/04/2026

Ellen Jay is OPEN today
SATURDAY 4th APRIL
from 9am to 2pm.
We’re looking forward to seeing you there.

Ellen Jay is at Constantia Fabrics

UPDATE : S O L D !! Fresh from the kiln. A new porcelain sculpture. “A Fish Called Wanda”
02/04/2026

UPDATE : S O L D !!

Fresh from the kiln.
A new porcelain sculpture.
“A Fish Called Wanda”

EASTER HOLIDAYS TRADING HOURSat Ellen Jay: Tuesday 31st March : 9am to 4pmWednesday 1st April : 9am to 4pmThursday 2...
31/03/2026

EASTER HOLIDAYS TRADING HOURS
at Ellen Jay:

Tuesday 31st March : 9am to 4pm
Wednesday 1st April : 9am to 4pm
Thursday 2nd April. : 9am to 4pm
Friday 3rd April : CLOSED
Saturday 4th April : 9am to 2pm
Sunday 5th April : CLOSED
(as usual)
Monday 6th April : CLOSED

Ellen Jay is at Constantia Fabrics

I, Len Straw, have hand painted some polystyrene (styrofoam) eggs for our Easter display at Ellen Jay. We’d love you to ...
26/03/2026

I, Len Straw, have hand painted some polystyrene (styrofoam) eggs for our Easter display at Ellen Jay.
We’d love you to come and have a look.
They’re priced at R120 each and there are only about 14 left.

We have this beautiful terracotta rabbit/hare on display at Ellen Jay as part of our Easter display. Made by someone in...
26/03/2026

We have this beautiful terracotta rabbit/hare on display at Ellen Jay as part of our Easter display.
Made by someone in the pottery class which I attend every Wednesday morning.
DM for price please.

Ellen Jay is at Constantia Fabrics

Ellen Jay is open TODAY SATURDAY 21st MARCH(Public Holiday) from 9am to 2pm.Come and enjoy delicious coffee, cakes, pies...
21/03/2026

Ellen Jay is open TODAY
SATURDAY 21st MARCH
(Public Holiday) from
9am to 2pm.
Come and enjoy delicious coffee, cakes, pies, quiches and lots more.
Hope to see you there.

Ellen Jay is at Constantia Fabrics

Ellen Jay will be open tomorrow SATURDAY 21st MARCH (Public Holiday) from9am to 2pm. We look forward to welcoming you an...
20/03/2026

Ellen Jay will be open tomorrow
SATURDAY 21st MARCH
(Public Holiday) from
9am to 2pm.
We look forward to welcoming you and feeding you !

Constantia Fabrics

Ellen Jay will be open onSATURDAY 21st MARCH (Public Holiday) from9.00 to 14.00We hope to see you there.
20/03/2026

Ellen Jay will be open on
SATURDAY 21st MARCH
(Public Holiday) from
9.00 to 14.00
We hope to see you there.

16/03/2026

Just another happy Monday at Ellen Jay and Constantia Fabrics.

Address

49, Constantia Main Rd. , Corner Of Whitby Road
Cape Town
7800

To get to the local business on Constantia Main Road, you can take a public bus or taxi and get off at the nearest bus stop. Alternatively, you can drive towards Constantia Main Road and park your vehicle in the designated parking areas nearby. Please note that some parking is reserved for paying customers only.

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 16:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 16:00
Thursday 09:00 - 16:00
Friday 09:00 - 16:00
Saturday 09:00 - 14:00

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What people say

Ellen Jay is a charming coffee shop and restaurant located on Constantia Main Road in Cape Town. The warm and cosy atmosphere of the place is perfect for enjoying a cup of coffee or indulging in some delicious cakes. The friendly staff, including Wellions Chivese, are always ready to serve you one of their legendary cappuccinos. The selection of fabrics at Constantia Fabrics will astound you, making it the perfect place to browse while enjoying your sweet treats. Ellen Jay's homemade buttery, sour cream pastry and caramelised onion, mushroom and thyme pie are must-tries. You can even order their quiches to take home with you! With such great food and service, it's no wonder Ellen Jay has become a favourite spot for locals and visitors alike.