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Cape Town offers a vast brunch scene that caters to all tastebuds and budgets.There is something for everyone, from upscale French cafes to classic American-esque diners and trendy cafes.Explore neighbourhoods and rediscover your favourite brunch spots, with delectable options from buttermilk pancakes to the timeless eggs “Benny”.Whether you’re craving a classic eggs Benedict or a creative take on breakfast favourites, you’ll find delicious brunch spots in every nook and cranny of Cape Town – a city that wears its exciting arsenal of brunch venues like a badge of honour.
Also, make sure to distinguish a late breakfast from brunch. If you eat it before 11:00, then it is considered breakfast. Brunch is for the late risers and the lovers of slow mornings. It offers the perfect opportunity to indulge in a leisurely meal that combines the best of breakfast and lunch.
The city shines with its vibrant restaurant scene, which extends to its endless brunch offerings for every tastebud and budget.
These are the spots where you can get the best brunch in Cape Town.
Price ratings [excluding drinks]
$ – Between R100-R150 pp
$$ – Between R150-R350 pp
$$$ – R350+ pp
Sonny and Irene Café and Bakery
Price: $$
Nestled between the urban seaside and the City of Cape Town, sophistication is the order of the day at Sonny and Irene in Sea Point. Set in a palette of organic greens, with vibrant pops of pink, luxurious gold and Art Deco accents, this stylish café and bakery perfectly blends breakfast classics with a delicious contemporary twist through their abundant brunch menu.
This upscale restaurant features an open kitchen, cocktail bar and bakery. Diners can choose from a versatile menu, with classics like eggs Benedict and healthy, vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free breakfast alternatives. They also have a decadent French toast and the option to sweeten the overall experience with a cheeky treat from the ample guilty pleasures lurking in their pastry cart.
They also have a Brunch Club: R245 for a brunch item and a handcrafted brunch cocktail.
Maggy Lou’s
Prices: $
This newcomer to the Sea Point café scene promises a vibrant Parisian-inspired atmosphere. Their all-day menu caters to all cravings, offering all-day breakfast items like green toast with zesty peas, marinated zucchini, dressed greens, and soft poached eggs.
At the time of publishing, Maggy Lou’s is BYOB, so you can whip up a mimosa at your table!
Lily’s
Price: $$
Whether you’re a “Benny” kind of gal or a big Brekkie bowl kind of guy, brunch is served from 11:30 to 17:00 daily at Lilly’s on the Mouille Point promenade.
They also have a mix of signature, classic and non-alcoholic cocktails.
Mulberry & Prince
Prices: $$
A trendy spot known for its Instagram-worthy presentation, Mulberry & Prince offers delectable brunch dishes like burrata and truffle scrambled eggs, chicken and waffles, and warm polenta porridge with cinnamon and eucalyptus honey.
Kleinskys Delicatessen
Price: $
This iconic deli offers a taste of New York in Cape Town. Their brunch menu features Jewish specialities, like bagels with lox and a wide variety of cream cheese schmears. They also feature classic breakfast and brunch sandwiches, like the brunch bun or the bada-bing bagel loaded with pastrami and a tangy mustard vinaigrette.
Paul French Bakery and Restaurant
Prices: $$
Paul at the V&A Waterfront offers a taste of France on the Cape Town coast. This popular bakery chain has a delectable brunch selection, including flaky croissants, savoury quiches and fresh pastries. They also offer a variety of breakfast sandwiches and omelettes, perfect for those seeking a classic brunch experience.
Kloof Street House
Price: $$
This dining oasis at the foot of the vibrant Kloof Street offers diners a variety of delicious brunch goodies on their a la carte and set brunch menu options. Imagine starting your meal with a bowl of warm creamy oats and stewed apples, and then moving on to savour a meaty traditional brekkie of two free-range eggs, beef bangers, streaky bacon, grilled cocktail tomatoes, spicy curried beans with mushrooms sauteed in a rich, creamy garlic and parsley butter.
Then comes a sweet end, with a dessert of orange pastry cream-filled crepes topped with seasonal fruit, whipped orange cream and honey.
There’s also a R199 bottomless mimosa special from 10:00 – 12:00.
Our Local
Prices: $
Our Local is a food experience in a unique setting – a real-life greenhouse. This neighbourhood favourite offers a relaxed atmosphere and a diverse brunch menu featuring healthy options, sweet treats and classic dishes. Their mimosas are also on the more affordable side in comparison to other brunch spots, coming in at R65 a glass.
Florentine
Prices: $
This brunch spot offers a unique take on brunch classics, drawing inspiration from the rich tapestry of Mediterranean cuisine. Think shakshuka, featuring a gently poached egg in a fragrant bell pepper and tomato sauce with beef keftedes.
An extra bonus? Bottomless mimosas from 09:00 – 15:00 at R240 a person.
Jarryd’s Brunch & Bistro
Price: $$
Perfect for slow mornings, Jarryd’s offers a delightful brunch selection. Try their Turkish eggs with labneh, dukkah, pesto, chilli butter and fried eggs, or enjoy a Royal Benedict with salmon cream cheese roulade and hollandaise sauce.
Jason Bakery
Prices: $$
A Cape Town institution, Jason Bakery offers a wide variety of pastries, bread, and breakfast dishes perfect for a quick and delicious brunch on the go. Their all-day breakfast menu includes delectable Amasi flapjacks with maple-flavoured syrup.
Swan Cafe
Prices: $$
Swan Cafe specialises in authentic French crêpes and gluten-free savoury galettes. You can also enjoy a sip on its exclusive tea or get a much-deserved caffeine boost from its artisanal coffee. Its all-day brunch menu includes gluten-free Croque Monsieur topped with bechamel sauce, gypsy ham, and chives.
Butter
Prices: $$
This all-day breakfast and bistro bar is a comfy and cosy haven, where sweet tooths and lovers of good breakfast carbs will never be judged. Their signature buttermilk pancakes are legendary, available with various decadent toppings.
Egghead Diner:
Prices: $$
Think of classic diner-style dishes with a modern twist, including burgers, deep-fried cheesy snacks, pancakes, and their famous eggrolls. The Egghead Diners menu caters for lovers of eggy dishes, carnivores and herbivores alike; this space is a take on an old-school 70s diner.
Hemelhuijs
Prices: $$
An elegant eatery founded by chef Jaques Erasmus, Hemelhuijs champions fresh, local produce through its creatively inspired dishes. The all-day breakfast menu at Hemelhuijs features grilled farm-style sausage in old-fashioned tomato ‘smoor’, with a soft poached egg. You can add their famous mossbolletjie bread and compliment the meal with one of their handcrafted cocktails.
The Potluck Club
Price: $$$
The Potluck Club has wowed diners with its award-winning dishes since 2012. Its brunch menu is also a winner, featuring a delicious take on an eggs Benedict, with brioche, quail egg, porcini hollandaise and truffle. The current winter special includes bottomless NV Cap Classique and a DIY Bloody Mary station.
La Belle Bistro and Bakery
Prices: $$
La Belle offers bistro and bakery classics from sun-up to sundown. You’re spoilt for choice with locations, as this charming culinary haven can be found in Constantia and on the Camps Bay strip.
Mischu
Prices: $
Nestled in the heart of Sea Point, Mischu has been spoiling diners with its delicious, caffeinated beverages since 2012. Their all-day breakfasts include a croissant French toast and a classic eggs Benedict.
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