New cafe Table on the Terrace, will launch in Lot Fourteen next week, replacing Community cafe

Six months after a former TV star’s city cafe closed its doors, a new hospitality business will open in its place.

Lot Fourteen cafe owners Karen Slabbert and Shane Abbott at their new venue, Table on the Terrace. Picture: Matt Turner

A new cafe will launch in Lot Fourteen next week, using award-winning technology from a start-up at the innovation hub in the city.

Table on the Terrace, in the heritage-listed Sheridan Kiosk, will open its doors for the first time on Monday, promising quality coffee and a classic cafe menu.

The new business, by Karen Slabbert and Shane Abbott – the duo behind Port Noarlunga’s The Flour Store – replaces Community Cafe and Bar, which was owned by former Home and Away actor Brett Hicks-Maitland. The venue closed in June last year.

The new cafe has partnered with Lot Fourteen’s MyVenue, to offer streamlined food and beverage service through its award-winning point-of-sale system.

That technology has been used at stadiums and events across the world, including Dallas Cowboys’ AT&T Stadium, at the US Formula 1 Grand Prix and the Miami Open tennis tournament.

New Lot Fourteen cafe owners Karen Slabbert and Shane Abbott at their venue, Table on the Terrace. Picture: Matt Turner

Ms Slabbert, who’s also a geospatial data analyst, said she’s passionate about Lot Fourteen and its vision.

“Our mission is to showcase the best of South Australian produce, delivering high-quality, locally-sourced food and beverages reflecting the region’s rich culinary heritage,” she said.

“We are committed to providing exceptional service through a well-trained team of baristas and front-of-house staff, ensuring that every customer experiences the perfect blend of hospitality and innovation.”

New Lot Fourteen cafe owners Karen Slabbert and Shane Abbott at their venue, Table on the Terrace. Picture: Matt Turner

The former Community cafe with owner Brett Hicks-Maitland in 2021. Picture: Roy VanDerVegt.

Mr Abbott said he’s hoping to make Table on the Terrace a “true neighbourhood favourite”.

“Lot Fourteen is a hub of innovation and creativity, and we’re thrilled to be part of this growing community,” he said.

The cafe’s opening comes as the restored Sheridan Kiosk’s celebrates its 100th-year anniversary.

Visit: tableontheterrace.com.au