The Hide Coffee and Tea House

Welcome; Welkom; Marhaba

We are Liz and Chloe, your hosts at The Hide. We hail from Southern Africa; one from South Africa and the other Zimbabwe.

After spending 17 years in the Middle East we took the plunge in 2017 and moved to Tewkesbury where Chloe’s family have lived for the past 25 years.

We were both in the corporate world - Liz first in the military and then management training whilst Chloe has a background in hospitality. One day our passion for good food, shared with good company, spoke to us so loudly and egged us on to DO IT!

When this building became available we knew it was the perfect fit for us, and The Hide was born.

Lizchloecr

tc llThe Hide Interior

Our menu

We don't have a fixed menu - our dishes change whenever we want to hero a seasonal ingredient or when we are inspired by our Southern African heritage. Sometimes we want to recreate flavours we have sampled on our travels through the world.

No matter what is on the menu we remain committed to sourcing local goods and produce whenever and wherever we can, and we use these at every opportunity.   

Please let us know if you have any allergies or dietary requirements although due to the busy nature of our kitchen, we cannot guarantee the absence of nuts or other allergens.

Lets talk Coffee and Tea!

Our Coffee is locally sourced from Stow on the Wold  from the smallest commercial roastery in England called STOW TOWN COFFEE.  The coffee is ethically sourced and roasted frequently to ensure it's always at its peak flavour. And we know how to get the best flavour out of the beans, whether you choose an espresso, a flat white or a cappuccino.

Our Teas are ethically sourced - whole leaf and packed into compostable bags - from a UK company who is equally passionate about good quality teas, and being environmentally friendly.

Lastly let's not forget about ROOIBOS tea! This "red bush" tea comes from the leaf of an indigenous fynbos (fine bush) plant grown only in the Cape region of South Africa, and has been drunk as a tea for hundreds of years. Naturally caffeine free this beverage also contains fantastic antioxidants and is is also thought to assist in balancing blood sugar.

What do our customers think?

  • star rating  I was invited by a friend to meet for lunch here just over two years ago and I've been a regular ever since! You are always ensured the best coffee... read more

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    29 July 2021
  • star rating  Lovely friendly staff
    Great coffee and dog friendly
    Cakes looked amazing although we didn’t sample on this visit.

    avatar thumb Sam165
    28 October 2019
  • star rating  We popped in for lunch on the first day of eat-out-to-help out so had a great bargain as well as a thoroughly delicious meal. Very generous portions, I had the... read more

    avatar thumb MelissaN12345
    11 August 2020
  • star rating  We’ve just had dinner at this little gem. I can only describe it as a South African tapas!!! Delicious! And we were really shocked at the bill. The lady looking... read more

    avatar thumb ShopperCheltenham
    17 December 2020
  • star rating  went to the hide on the weekend and felt very welcomed from the staff with a good selection of fresh homemade caked which were stunning. A very good coffee best... read more

    avatar thumb L5364IFsamuel
    31 October 2021
  • star rating  Paid our first visit to The Hide after a nice afternoon walk. We were warmly greeted by Kelly who looked after us and ran us through the menu of the... read more

    avatar thumb ianbG253DS
    31 August 2020
  • star rating  Fab home made cake served here. Great service and all very covid friendly. Staff very welcoming I would definitely recommend

    avatar thumb ellebeehome
    20 September 2020
  • star rating  My boyfriend was very excited to find out there was a South African cafe next to where we were staying. There are plenty of places we can get snacks and... read more

    avatar thumb Charly_murg
    5 September 2020
  • star rating  First time in this town, will be back just for this cafe - This place is amazing, food staff fantastic, we live in Devon, but planning trips around a lunch break at the superb cafe going forward.

    avatar thumb simong699
    1 June 2022
  • star rating  Had a lovely meal and a hot drink whilst being in town. Best latte ever, very friendly staff and owners. Can't wait to go back and try the interesting menu.

    avatar thumb simeria_ramona
    21 February 2020

Now open for sit in and take aways

  • 89 Church Street, Cnr St Marys Lane & Church St
    Tewkesbury, GL20 5RX
    England

  • Dogs welcome
  • Licensed for beer, wine and craft gin
  • Mon10.00am - 3ish
    Tues, Wed & ThursCLOSED
    Frid10.00am - 3ish

    Sat

    Sun

    10.00am - 4ish

    10.30am - 3ish