Welcome to Ate@design
Café + Bar + Kitchen · Design Quarter
Set in the heart of Setlhoa's Design Quarter, Ate@design is where Gaborone comes to slow down. Unhurried breakfasts, long lunches beneath the light, and golden-hour sundowners that drift into candlelit dinners.
Our kitchen celebrates honest, beautifully plated food — Botswana favourites alongside modern classics — paired with a bar known for its signature cocktails and considered wine list. Whether it's an intimate table for two or a celebration for fifty, every visit is designed to be remembered.
See what's on the menu
Today's special
Smoked Brisket Plate | P155
Twelve-hour smoked brisket, charred corn, slaw and pan jus. Only while it lasts.
Pre-order on WhatsAppBreakfast
Design Quarter Full | P115
Two eggs, beef sausage, bacon, grilled tomato, mushrooms, toast
Avo & Feta Toast | P95
Smashed avocado, whipped feta, chilli, sourdough, poached egg
Buttermilk Flapjacks | P85
Berries, mascarpone, maple syrup
Starters
Peri-Peri Chicken Livers | P78
Creamy peri sauce, grilled ciabatta
Calamari | P92
Lightly dusted, lemon aioli, rocket
Charcuterie Board | P165
Cured meats, pickles, olives, crackers
Mains
Seswaa & Pap | P135
Slow-pounded beef, soft pap, morogo, chakalaka
300g Sirloin | P210
Chips or mash, seasonal veg, pepper or mushroom sauce
Grilled Bream | P185
Lemon-butter, herbed rice, greens
Ate Burger | P128
Beef patty, cheddar, caramelised onion, house sauce, chips
Desserts
Malva Pudding | P65
Warm, with vanilla custard
Chocolate Fondant | P75
Molten centre, vanilla ice cream
Drinks
Flat White | P38
Double shot, silky milk
Fresh Juice | P42
Orange, or ask for today's blend
House Cocktail | P85
Ask your server for today's pour
Frequently asked questions
What are your opening hours?▾
Mon–Thu 09:00–22:00, Fri–Sat 09:00–23:30, Sun 11:00–20:00.
Do you take cards?▾
Yes — we accept all major cards, tap-to-pay and cash.
Do you do takeaway?▾
Yes. Build your order on this page and send it to us on WhatsApp, then collect at your chosen time.
Can I book for a group?▾
Absolutely. Use the Events form below and Ron will confirm and share deposit details on WhatsApp.
Where do I park?▾
There is free parking right outside in the Design Quarter, Block 10.
Ate@design news
Friday nights at the bar
Events & group bookings
Birthdays, corporate lunches, year-end functions. Tell us about your event and Ron will confirm and share deposit details via WhatsApp. See our event packages
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See what customers have said
The most beautiful spot in Gaborone for a long lunch. Service was warm and the seswaa was the best I've had in a restaurant.
— Naledi M.
Hours
Mon – Thu: 09:00 – 22:00
Fri – Sat: 09:00 – 23:30
Sunday: 11:00 – 20:00
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