With Mother’s Day right around the corner, treat your mom to a delicious brunch at one of the many options Cape Town has to offer. Read on to find out the best brunch spots in Cape Town, as well as some of the amazing brunch specials that are currently on offer.
JARRYDS Brunch and Bistro
JARRYDS has quickly become a staple in the Cape Town brunch scene, and for good reason – their passion for their ingredients and acceptance of a slow morning with delicious food has made them a popular Sea Point hangout.
Let the morning melt into the afternoon with their famous eggs Benedict or an irresistible breakfast bruschetta. If you’re not feeling eggy, they have a plentiful selection of lunch style house salads, burgers and bagels available all-day. Try one of their delicious juices or make your own from a variety of available fruits, or taste one of their cocktails (or two).
JARRYDS is strictly first come first serve.
When: Monday – Sunday | 8am – 5pm
Where: 90 Regent Rd, Sea Point
Website: www.nonamehg.com/jarrydsbrunchandbistro | Email: [email protected] | Tel: 021 023 3642
The Wes
A new addition to the Cape Town scene, The Wes has embraced the quirky, dollhouse-style design choices of acclaimed film director Wes Anderson. With their menu hosting a combination of French bistro classics and modern breakfast choices, along with a unique brunch cocktail selection, there’s a sophisticated air to this playful new brunch spot.
Bookings are available on the website.
When: Breakfast: Monday – Sunday | 7am – 11.30am | Lunch and Dinner: Tuesday – Saturday | 11.30am – 11pm
Where: 55 Shortmarket Street, Cape Town CBD
Website: thewes.co.za | Email: [email protected] | Tel: 082 770 3573
Brunch Special: Bottomless Mimosas at Kloof Street House
Kloof Street House offers a variety of delicious dishes on their brunch menu, from benedicts and traditional fry-ups to granola bowls and steak and chips. If you’re feeling generous, splash out on the three-course brunch set menu, which includes a variety of delectable offerings.
Each brunch dish can be paired with a bottomless mimosa special, which provides unlimited mimosas for two hours at just R199 per person.
Nestled away in a leafy paradise on Kloof Street, Kloof Street House brings a sophisticated and enigmatic aura to the hustle and bustle of the city centre. It’s the perfect place to relax and enjoy a leisurely morning.
Reservations are made on the website.
When: Bottomless mimosa special is available Tuesday to Sunday | 10am – 12 noon
Where: 30 Kloof Street, Gardens
Website: kloofstreethouse.co.za | Email: [email protected] | Tel: 021 423 4413
Hemelhuijs
Hemelhuijs is a chic, inner-city café that artfully blends South African heritage with global culinary influences. Through growing their own produce, the cafe embraces mindful and responsible living, and ensures only the freshest ingredients.
Their all-day breakfast menu boasts their famous mosbolletjie dishes, as well as other unique options such as eggs and anchovies on toast, and home-made potato rösti. Finish off your meal with one of their hand selected teas and enjoy a farm-fresh experience in the city centre.
Bookings can be made via the website.
When: Monday – Friday: 9am – 4pm | Saturday: 9am – 3pm
Where: 71 Waterkant Street, Cape Town
Website: hemelhuijs.co.za | Email: [email protected] | Tel: 021 418 2042
Lazari
Tucked at the intersection of Vredehoek, Gardens and Oranjezicht, Lazari is a neighbourhood favourite that has been serving Mediterranean-style dishes for over 20 years. With freshly ground Rosetta coffee and various brunch options that include a build-your-own option, Lazari is the perfect place to catch up with friends over some delicious food.
Lazari also makes all of their delicious treats in-house, including various pastry options and their infamous pink cupcakes. Freshly squeezed juices and a beautiful Table Mountain view complete the experience.
Lazari is strictly first come, first serve.
When: Monday – Friday: 8am – 4pm | Saturday: 9am- 3pm
Where: Corner of Vredehoek Avenue and Upper Maynard Street, Vredehoek
Email: [email protected] | Tel: 063 276 5933
Brunch Special: Sunday Buffet at Urban Umami
Tucked into the heart of Century City’s busiest lifestyle hub, Urban Umami has carved out a name for itself with its laid-back but polished Sunday brunch experience. Designed to ease you out of the weekend without rushing you into Monday, the offering is equal parts social and satisfying.
The all-inclusive brunch includes a generous buffet with both hot and cold options. For those looking to linger a little longer, there’s an optional bottomless mimosa special that keeps the conversation flowing.
What sets Urban Umami’s brunch apart is the addition of live jazz, which creates a relaxed, upbeat backdrop to your Sunday afternoon brunch experience.
Booking is available on the website.
Cost: R295pp | R175pp (bottomless mimosas)
When: Brunch is available Sundays | 11.30am – 2pm | last seating at 12.30pm
Where: 3 Energy Lane, Bridgeways Precinct, Century City
Website: umamirestaurant.co.za | Email: [email protected] | Tel: 021 202 9133
Cafe Roux
Cafe Roux is a Noordhoek staple, who have been creating delicious food and great energy for almost 20 years. With breakfast and brunch options that include egg and bacon buns, salmon breakfasts and a variety of scrambles, Cafe Roux is sure to have a delicious option for everyone.
Cafe Roux also functions as an events space, hosting a variety of musicians. Sprawl out on the grass, bask in the Noordhoek sun, and enjoy mornings that turn to evenings in this food institution.
When: Breakfast is available Monday to Sunday | 8.30am – 11am
Where: The Farm Village, Village Lane, Noordhoek
Website: caferoux.co.za | Email: [email protected] | Tel: 021 789 2538
Olympia Cafe and Bakery
An essential part of any day out in Kalk Bay, Olympia Café and Bakery captures the laid-back charm and coastal energy of the beloved beachside strip. It’s a simple, spontaneous spot that’s become a local institution – welcoming guests from early morning through to the evening with a warm, bustling atmosphere and hearty, honest food.
Stop in for a menu full of comforting classics and fresh, flavourful dishes made with love. After your visit, turn the corner to see their infamous bakery and take some of their delicious baked treats home with you.
Olympia Cafe and Bakery is strictly first come, first serve.
When: Deli Restaurant: 7am – 10pm | Bakery Shop: 6.30am – 7pm
Where: 134 Main Road, Corner Windsor and Main Roads, Kalk Bay
Website: olympiacafe.co.za | Email: [email protected] | Tel: 021 788 6396
Brunch Special: A Deluxe Offering at the Pot Luck Club
If you’re after a more refined brunch experience, The Pot Luck Club’s deluxe Sunday brunch is well worth a visit. The menu features standout dishes like oysters, lobster rolls, quail eggs, roast lamb, and a choux bun to round things off — perfect for elevating your weekend plans.
Vegetarian and pescetarian options are available, and each menu comes with a complimentary welcome drink. Bottomless Cap Classique or Bloody Mary’s are also available at an additional cost.
Booking is available on the website.
Cost: R1250pp (includes welcome drink) | R530pp (bottomless Cap Classique / Bloody Mary’s) | R995pp (vegetarian) | R1050pp (pescetarian)
When: Sundays | 11am
Where: Silo Top Floor, the Old Biscuit Mill, Woodstock
Website: thepotluckclub.co.za | Email: [email protected] | Tel: 021 447 0804
The Postcard Cafe
Looking out over the beautiful Stark-Conde Wine Estate, the Postcard Cafe is a picturesque location for a relaxing brunch. Café tables on the covered veranda look out over the charming lake and floating wine tasting room, surrounded by the dramatically beautiful Stellenbsoch mountains.
A variety of savoury and sweet dishes are served – breakfast, lunch, cakes, and desserts. The menu is diverse and dishes draw inspiration from a number of different cuisines.
Booking is available on Dineplan.
When: Daily | 8am – 4pm
Where: Stark-Conde Wine Estate, Jonkershoek Valley, Stellenbosch
Website: stark-conde.co.za | Email: [email protected] | Tel: 021 861 7703
Ellen Jay
A quirky hidden gem tucked away in the heart of Plumstead, Ellen Jay is an intimate and calming coffee shop that feels like a well-kept local secret.
To find it, you’ll walk through the unassuming Constantia Curtains shop, only to discover a cosy, eclectic space filled with mismatched furniture, friendly faces, and the comforting aroma of freshly brewed coffee. The menu keeps things simple but satisfying, with brunch options that are thoughtfully prepared and full of delicious flavour.
When: Monday – Friday: 9am – 4pm | Saturday: 9am – 2pm
Where: Constantia Curtains, 49 Constantia Main Road, Plumstead
Website: eatout.co.za/venue/ellen-jay-plumstead/ | Tel: 082 550 0677
JUNO
JUNO is a beautiful deli and restaurant space to the Sea Point scene, offering fresh bread, pastries, and so much more. The space offers delicious takes on classic breakfast and brunch options, as well as the option to grab some exciting food on the go.
A new player on the block, JUNO is becoming increasingly well-known for its aesthetic design and delectable treats.
When: Monday – Saturday: 6.30am – 5pm | Sunday: 6.30am – 3pm
Where: 6 Kloof Road, Sea Point
Website: juno.co.za | Email: [email protected] | Tel: 021 003 3601
Brunch Special: Bottomless Champagne at Villa 47
Villa 47 is a classy, vibrant eatery in the heart of Cape Town, serving traditional Italian cuisine. Their breakfast menu offers a variety of classic favourites and unique dishes, such as the eggs benedict, scrambled eggs with chorizo, and vegetable frittata.
Additionally, every Saturday, the bubbles are flowing! From 10am to 2pm, guests can enjoy bottomless champagne at an additional cost of just R295. It’s the perfect addition to your weekend.
Booking is available on the website.
When: Saturday | 11am – 2pm
Where: 47 Bree St, Cape Town City Centre
Website: www.villa47.co.za | Email: [email protected] | Tel: 021 741 0250
