I always give a place at least three tries if I can manage it. Whether the first time is good or bad, I always want to confirm, and then reconfirm especially if those first two diverge. My first trip to The Shebeen was okay. Most...of the food was great, but the fish in chips were like dog toys and soggy potato scraps. The server didn't care, no managers ever came. I even emailed, which is rare but at that point I hoped to just see if fixed so it'd be better the next time. Second time was excellent, tried to give compliments and got an eye roll from the server and never saw a manger. The final time was almost entirely a trash experience. Again, nothing. In all my years in food service table touching was a key part of the manager role, as was dealing with complaints for customer retention and compliments to reward good work accurately. This is a small restaurant and none of my visits were during a busy time. In short: Mostly good food, some excellent. Effective but attitude heavy service (which I generally don't mind, really). Some of the worst managers in town if not the industry (unforgivable after three strikes).More

Lunch menu was good. Had the Durban Chicken which was really tasty. Others had fish and chips and Southern plate. Over all very good.

We had reservations for four, and then had to cancel when two backed out several hours prior. The two of us ended up going and did not have a reservation. They were not taking any more walk-ins so we sat at a pub table. No...problem! The UVA game was on, but not loud at all, so we were able to sit, talk, and enjoy our meal without it really feeling like a bar. Food was delicious and bartender/waitress was very friendly and helpful. Mixed drinks were good as well. Love the curry chowder. We opted for burgers this time, which were great, but also a fan of the peri-peri chicken.More

Maybe I didn’t pick the best menu item and it was ok but seemed overpriced. My husband felt the same way about his meal. Our children loved the corn chowder and our grandson was very happy with his chicken so overall we were satisfied.

Shebeen has a very good hometown feel with outstanding South African food choices. The Sadza cakes are our favorite. Simone at the bar has a warm, friendly and welcoming presence!

the coffee had grounds floating in it, yes they made us more. the appetizer came just 1 minute before the meal. the poached egg on the Benny had so little of the white left it looked like a little yolk coated in white not the...entire egg. the meat was tough and over cooked. after eating we had to wait with dirty plates on the table for 30 min before we found the manager to get the check. I've been here before when the brunch was great, what happened?More

The atmosphere was good. The server was excellent. Knows the menu very well. The food was excellent. The vegetarian stew was delicious with yellow rice. Somewhat on the expensive side but worth it. Bathroom was beautiful and clean . Parking available.