I've been frequenting Selections for the past few years whenever I'm in town.
When I have guests visiting I always recommend they stop in for a coffee.
I am happy to report that the quality and service has been consistently excellent throughout the few years.
Right across from South Beach, the setting couldn't be more perfect.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
R 100–150
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Best coffee in town!! Have been there a few times past two days and will go again and again and again!!!
Meal type
Other
Price per person
R 50–100
Service: 5
Selections Umdloti
I visited Selections for the first time yesterday morning to grab a great cup of coffee, our TV crew has been frequenting this place for the last 2 weeks or so, unfortunately I wasn't afforded the same experience as them. There was no service from the young lady behind the till. She ignored me couldn't be bothered about greeting, taking an order, she didn't utter a word, maybe she doesn't like serving brown bearded people, who knows...thanks to the barrister, she took my order and could see how I was treated, your staff at the till point didn't even make eye contact or ask how I'm paying.
Disgusting service, great coffee and great setting.
P.S. Beach Shack Sloti actually made me feel welcome like any other customer!
They remember me and my consistent order of five roses tea. Once they even made a heart on top with frothy milk, a world first! Good quality and value, wonderful to visit after a surf or walk. Highly recommended.
WONDERFUL SPOT TO HANG OUT AND ENJOY A GREAT COFFEE! This is exactly the little coffee shop that the Umdloti Center needed! It's on the ground level, so you don't need to walk upstairs and if you've come back from the beach or a cycle, you can drop off your gear at the table outside, (or inside if it's windy), people watch and bask in the Umdloti vibe. It's becoming a great place for the locals to either hang out at and catch up on the local news and/or drop in for a coffee "to go" on the way to work. The parking is typically easy and accessible, so it makes it a quick "in and out" for takeaways. And a huge personal plus.... they even have Milk Lab Oat Milk!!! I was introduced to Milk Lab Oat Milk at a funky plant based cafe in Savannah, Georgia and I've been hooked ever since, but it's extremely difficult to find. It has a natural sweetness that, to me, gives coffee a rich, but smooth flavor. If that's not your cup of tea, they also have almond, macadamia and coconut milk. The Milk Lab brand makes these plant milks decadently creamy while better for your health and the environment. The cafe also has breakfast burritos, smoothies and ice cream, including plant based options. This new coffee shop has been a wonderful anchor to the Umdloti Center and there are several shops further in the mall that are also fun to explore. I'm thrilled that Selections is part of our little gem of a community!
Morning coffee with a warm, friendly welcome.
The classic short Americano is good; it arrives with healthy crema and a rich aroma. It has solid body and just the right finish.
After a few times, I risked a cortado and was pleasantly surprised. The cortado is up there with the best I've had anywhere in the world.
The team is pet friendly and there's always a clean bowl of fresh water for the canines.
There's also smoothies, juices, vegan ice-cream, milkshakes, muffins and brownies for those with a sweet tooth.
If you're in this part of Durban, it's well worth a visit.
Always love getting a morning Red cappuccino and heading down to the beach. The staff is always very friendly and helpful. To anyone wanting a good coffee and a good vibe, head to Selections!
