Truth Coffee Roasting
Cafe · City Bowl ·

Truth Coffee Roasting

Cafe · City Bowl ·

Steampunk cafe with home-roasted coffee, unique decor & pastries

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36 Buitenkant St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa Get directions

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36 Buitenkant St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa Get directions

+27 21 201 7000
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@onthegrid
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On the Grid : Truth Coffee

"Voted as one of the [world's top coffee shops](http://www.telegraph.co.uk/food-and-drink/drinks/the-worlds-best-coffee-shops/), a visit to the East City is incomplete without a caffeine stop at this steampunk inspired, quirky café. While the decor alone is something out of a film, the real reason locals flock here is to get their hands on a steaming cup of hand-roasted joe, believed to be crafted from the best beans in the city." - Infestation

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10 Top International Cities for Coffee

"A Cape Town roaster that contributed to the city’s rapid rise as an artisan coffee destination, operating well-designed cafés that showcase specialty local and international coffees." - Lauren Mowery

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2024 Best Cities for Coffee in the World

"Often regarded as one of the best coffee shops in the world, Truth in Cape Town is known for precision and high‑end brews that emphasize bean origins and sustainability." - Stacey Leasca

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@cntraveler
40,925 Postcards · 5,494 Cities

10 Best Coffee Shops in Cape Town

"This steampunk-inspired, 19th-century artisan coffee roastery in an old warehouse in City Centre has become a tourist destination, thanks to its coffee lab vibe, gilded, industrial-chic interiors, vintage roaster complete with copper dispensers, gauges and hissing contraptions, and nattily dressed staff in full steampunk regalia. Truth is all about single-origin coffees, handpicked by the coffee-obsessed founder of Truth, David Donde. His blends have fabulous names: choose the chocolatey, high-acidity Resurrection blend for a flat white, the DDT (Deep, Dark and Twisted) for an Americano or the rich, nutty Vengeance blend as a pour-over coffee. The food's worth mentioning, too: In-house patisseur Kamal Hamzaoui hits the sweet spot with baba au rum, chocolate éclairs, and lemon meringue pie." - Jane Broughton

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The best places to eat, drink and be merry in Cape Town, South Africa - SilverKris

"A centrally located roastery famous for signature offerings like the Resurrection Blend Flat White; visitors can join roastery tours and tastings to learn about the craft behind the coffee." - SilverKris

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Caron M.

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I spent the morning of my birthday here, and what a special start to my birthday. My cousin that now resides in London took me to this place as this was his favourite place to be. It was my first time and I loved the atmosphere. The staff was very friendly and the coffee was the bomb dot com🥰. It is quite dark inside but I managed to get a seat closer to the door for natural light. I loved how the menu came as a normal newspaper, funny and interesting at the same time. Definitely a place I would visit again and again.

KC

Google
It was my first time visiting this café and I had a wonderful experience! The staff kindly explained how to order the coffee and made me feel very welcome. The interior design is retro and cozy, with a chill atmosphere that’s perfect for relaxing or catching up with friends.

Laura H.

Google
We had a fantastic breakfast here! Peggy provided amazing service! We were also able to grab a few bags of Black Honey coffee which was absolutely delicious. Highly recommend the flat white with Black Honey and Chaka shuka.

Olivia S.

Google
True Coffee Roasting is hands down the best coffee spot in Cape Town! The coffee is exceptiona, rich, perfectly roasted, and full of flavor. The food is just as impressive, fresh and beautifully prepared, making it the ideal place for breakfast, brunch, or just a quick stop to recharge. The atmosphere is vibrant and welcoming, with a cool local vibe that makes you want to linger. And a fun tip: don’t ask for sugar in your coffee unless you’re ready for a playful “beating.” This is a true coffee lover’s paradise and a must-visit whether you’re a local or just passing through Cape Town.

NK Q.

Google
One of the best coffee shops/ restaurants in the world, has its own character , the decoration, staff outfits, must see to understand. Wide selection of coffee available & staff r ready to give advices. Delicious food & dessert selection . Would love to visit again. Recommended. Enjoy. NK

Shalin S.

Google
Absolutely loved the experience! Nadia was fabulous! She took time and explained everything in detail for our first visit! Amazing coffee, amazing cakes and desserts 👌

Robyn-Leigh D.

Google
Rating: ★★☆☆☆ (2.5 stars) Visited Truth Coffee for a quick stop—ordered a coffee and hot chocolate which came to R108 (excluding tip). The vibe is definitely unique and it's cool that you can play board games while you’re there. However, the service was below average, especially considering the place wasn't busy. The coffee was just okay—at R60, it didn’t feel worth the price. It looked a lot better than it tasted. The hot chocolate was cold and watery at first, though they did replace it with a better one, but still nothing special. Would return more for the atmosphere than the drinks.

Lujain

Google
Great coffee! We got pour overs and they were delicious. The decor is lovely, and the service and staff are top tier. We didn’t get to try the food, but I’d definitely recommend the pour over. The only downside is that the place gets pretty crowded around noon.