Foodies 263 reviewed it in Oct 2024 · 7.4/10Older review
A warm, New York-themed dessert café with savoury dishes and some gluten-free options, and prompt, friendly service. Pancakes with strawberries were the best bite; the Philly cheesesteak was skimpy on steak, and prices run high.
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What to Expect
Classic Desserts on Churchill Avenue is known for its cakes, and specific items keep coming up. Tawonga (2025) ordered “a rich chocolate cake and a chicken mayo sandwich” that “blew our minds away,” and Tariro (2025) called the “salted caramel cheesecake” delicious despite a rough visit.
Seating draws repeat complaints: Clare (February 2026) suggested “moving away from plastic furniture,” and Norah (2025) agreed, saying “I don't like the red plastic chairs though.” Clare also singled out a waiter, Sean, as “an outstanding waiter.”
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What Diners Say
from 1,233 Google reviews
★★★★★
I've been here countless times, and I must say Classic Desserts had a special place in my heart. It's fit for a solo date and even a catch-up with a friend as well as work related meetings.
★★☆☆☆
Their Philly Steak burger was fresh and yummy. However, the table we sat at had not been cleaned from the previous guests, our waiter kept disappearing and another waiter came who didn't know much about one of the cakes on their menu.
★★★★★
What a great place to visit! This is a must on our list whenever we come to Zimbabwe from Canada. The food and desserts are absolutely top-notch, and the service is excellent.
★★★★★
Good location, great coffee and amazing desserts! Above all- awesome service! I don’t like the red plastic chairs though. They could upscale the place for a nicer ambience.
★★★★☆
This is a perfect place for coffee. We had a scone and cinnamon bun those were awesome too. ( paid $17 )By the taste of these things I can guess the food to be excellent too. Definitely would go there again. The customer service was good too. All in all very good experience.
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