Shipping policy

At De-Baba Eatery, we are committed to delivering your meals and products quickly, safely, and fresh. Please review our shipping and delivery policies below for full transparency on how we process your orders.


1. Delivery Areas

We currently offer local delivery only in the following areas:

  • Johannesburg, Pretoria.

We do not ship perishable food items outside of our delivery zones at this time to ensure food safety and quality.

For non-perishable items (e.g., sauces, snacks, merchandise), we offer shipping via trusted courier partners.


2. Delivery Hours

Our standard delivery hours are:

  • Monday to Saturday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

  • Sunday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Delivery times may vary depending on order volume, weather, traffic, and other external factors.


3. Delivery Timeframes

  • Same-day delivery: Available for orders placed before 5:00 PM (local time) within our delivery zones.

  • Next-day delivery: Orders placed after 5:00 PM will be scheduled for the next business day.

For non-perishable shipped items:

  • Standard shipping: 3–7 business days

  • Express shipping (if selected): 1–3 business days


4. Shipping Fees

  • Local Delivery Fee: Shipping Cost may vary depending on order volume.

  • Free Delivery: Available on orders over ZAR100.

  • Shipping for non-perishable items: Calculated at checkout based on destination and weight.


5. Order Processing Time

  • All orders are processed within 1–2 hours for local delivery during business hours.

  • For shipped items, orders are processed within 1–2 business days.

You will receive a confirmation email or SMS once your order is out for delivery or has been shipped.


6. Delivery Instructions

You may include specific delivery instructions at checkout (e.g., “Leave at door,” “Call on arrival”). Our drivers will do their best to accommodate reasonable requests.


7. Missed Deliveries

If no one is available to receive the order and no instructions were provided:

  • The driver may attempt to call you

  • The order may be returned, and a redelivery fee may apply


8. Delays and Exceptions

While we aim for timely delivery, please understand that delays due to traffic, weather, or peak demand periods may occur. We will notify you as soon as possible if your order is delayed.


9. Questions?

If you have any questions or concerns about your delivery, please contact us at:

📧 Email: debabaeatery@gmail.com

🕒 Opening And Closing Hours

Wednesday 8 am–8:30 pm
Thursday 8 am–8:30 pm
Friday 8 am–8:30 pm
Saturday 7:30 am–8:30 pm
Sunday 7:30 am–6 pm
Monday 8 am–8:30 pm
Tuesday 8 am–8:30 pm

Thank you for choosing De-Baba Eatery. We look forward to serving you!