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  They know how to make a PROPER flat white (and this is coming from a Melbournian). The owner really knows her coffee and they source beans from a local roaster.... read more

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    3 May 2021
  • star rating  Totally unexpected pleasure to stumble across this tea room/restaurant - staff were good fun, the hot cheese scone was the best we have ever tasted!

    avatar thumb thedoctorandmaster
    8 September 2020
  • star rating  Great food! - Really enjoyed a visit here. The atmosphere is lovely and warm and the menu is small but good. The chicken skewers I had were so juicy and freshly cooked, and... read more

    avatar thumb johnandlizb
    18 May 2022
  • star rating  Lovely place to pop in and recharge your batteries with a coffee and bit of cake. I had a cappuccino and the wife had a tea. Both really lovely.

    avatar thumb JonathanW01
    19 October 2019
  • star rating  I am very proud to have found this wonderful place while visiting Tewkesbury, whilst my son in law, who is South African and lives in Tewkesbury, didn't know it existed!... read more

    avatar thumb Emma S
    18 November 2019
  • star rating  Best coffee and food excellent. A bit more expensive than the chains but well worth it for the quality.

    avatar thumb SARE31
    24 May 2021
  • star rating  Although quite small there is a great selection of cakes and hot food, with a South African twist. The coffee was some of the best I have had, including London.... read more

    avatar thumb Jeremy W
    28 October 2019
  • star rating  Popped in for a light lunch. Friendly service, interesting menu and good food at a reasonable price.
    The boboti was as good as any I’ve eaten in SA.
    ... read more

    avatar thumb Phthagan
    16 November 2019
  • 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  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

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