TRUTH.CapeTown

It is with a humble heart and the most refined of manners that we announce our recognition in the exalted Travellers’ Choice 2024 Awards! To find ourselves ranked among the upper crust - the top 10%, if you will - of all Tripadvisor listings is nothing short of delightful.

This accolade, earned through our steadfast devotion to the art of hospitality, could never have been realised without you, our esteemed guests, and our team’s unwavering pursuit of extraordinary.

We thank you from the very depths of our souls!

Peruse our lauded reviews at your leisure: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g312659-d5263655-Reviews-Truth_Coffee_Cape_Town-Cape_Town_Central_Western_Cape.html

We are Everything to some,
but very little to Everyone.

Once upon a time, in the not-so-distant year of 2009, there emerged a coffee shop named TRUTH. crafted by the visionary David Donde. This wasn’t Donde’s first foray into the aromatic world of beans; he had already gifted South Africa with its premier artisan roastery, Origin Coffee.

And it was quite nice, indeed.

Donde’s aspirations transformed a Victorian warehouse, circa 1898, into the home of TRUTH.CapeTown This metamorphosis took a year and centered around the vintage 1940’s roaster, Colossus. The world took notice, with accolades from The Times and The Guardian hailing it as the globe’s top coffee shop.

And life was, unquestionably, good.
The End.

But, oh, not quite.

The plot thickened as Donde unfurled a string of new ventures: the clandestine speakeasy The Art of Duplicity, a rendezvous of secrets and spirits; Minimalist Chocolate, a sweet escapade through a Roy Lichtenstein-inspired chocolate fantasy; and Flour Market, a Bauhaus-inspired bakery where the air is always thick with the scent of freshly baked epiphanies.

Each chapter is a testament to the creation of the EXTRAORDINARY, blending healthier choices with a touch of whimsy, and cherishing the timeless over the fleeting.

But the story? Oh, it's far from over. For here you are, dear reader, a co-author in this unfolding narrative.
You help write the next chapter…

Join us on a Journey to Mindful Consumption…

Introducing, What‽ Food Group.

The delightful conundrum of our age - where mindful consumption meets the decadence of imported French butter! As we navigate this deliciously paradoxical path, we promise not to butter you up - well, maybe just a little.

Join us promptly at 7 AM, 10 AM, and 1 PM for morsels of real food for thought, lovingly crafted with wholesome ingredients. Because, after all, who says you can't have your philosophy and eat it too?

Our croissants now rise at our newest sanctuary, Flour Market where standards are raised batch by delectable batch.

Please do note, dear friends, that we’re having the most genteel of soft openings at FlourMarket. Do bear with us as we gather our grace!

Greatness, like the finest art, demands time's gentle caress. Our sourdough, ever the defiant muse, refuses to be hurried, for haste is the enemy of perfection.

In our deliberate dance with dough, we’ve discovered a rhythm that transforms the simplest ingredients into something transcendent - taste, texture, and nourishment unrivaled by fleeting trends.

Our craft pays homage to nature’s finest elements: simplicity, beauty, texture, taste, aroma, nutrition, and, above all, the pure joy of sharing.

A word of caution, for not all loaves that claim the title "artisan" are born of the same spirit. They may dazzle the eye, but nutritionally, you’d gain more from chewing on their Instagram posts.

We invite you to our mindful bakery haven, where every slice is a celebration of authenticity, now also at Flour Market.

*Please note we're having the softest of openings at FlourMarket. Do pardon us as we find our footing.

Lovers and connoisseurs of the bean, steel thyselves for an odyssey into the very marrow of caffeinated artistry. Venture upon a tête-à-tête with our beloved beans, cradled within the comforting folds of our array of 30, 60, or 90-minute Coffee Experiences.

What to expect?

Immerse thyself in the time-honoured ritual of coffee roasting, as you traverse the hallowed halls of our roastery, and witness the divine transfiguration of unassuming beans.

Retreat to a private booth, artfully curated to suit your discerning taste, where a bespoke coffee-tasting session awaits your presence. This journey shall be graced by a decadent dessert - a culinary masterpiece from our distinguished bakery Flour Market , crafted to elevate your experience to majestic heights.

As the final note of this exquisite escapade, depart with a curated coffee gift bag, a keepsake to carry the memory of your voyage long after the last drop has been savoured.

Secure your Coffee Experience by dispatching a missive to our electronic address, link in bio.

We’re closing our bakery!

Kidding.

The tumultuous dance of change! While our dear bakery nook on the upper floor takes its final bow, rest assured, this isn't the end - merely a pause before the next act.

We're shifting our floury endeavors to a new stage at Flour Market, just a brisk saunter away at 105 Hope Street. And fear not, for your cherished TRUTH.CapeTown treats shall remain, now accompanied by an array of new, delightful creations.

So, come with us as we whisk our way into a future where mindful consumption reigns supreme, where each crumb is crafted with care, and innovation is our guiding star.

The King is dead… Long live the King. Follow Flour Market and witness the coronation.

Allow us to regale you with tales of our modest haven, .CapeTown , where coffee is roasted with proper precision.
At the heart of our establishment lies the venerable Colossus – a prodigious artifact from the 1940s, shrouded in mystique and steeped in legend. Our 60-kilo titan, perhaps the singular roaster in existence powered by bio-fuel, is the crucible of our alchemical endeavors.

Our masterful blends, birthed from the finest Fair Trade beans, sourced from the farthest corners of the globe, yield a concoction so robust, so seductively flavourful, it renders sugar superfluous.

For those with a fondness for the extraordinary, take home a bag of our beans and infuse your mornings with a dash of Colossus’ charm. After all, who wouldn’t want a piece of legendary craftsmanship in their home?

(In this video, Cheslin roasts on our smaller Genio.)

You’re invited to a PlayDate Under The Stars!

Join us for the grand unveiling of Minimalist Wines’ exclusive vintage Stars In The Dark (2023) - a sublime 100% Syrah from Cape Agulhas.

Prepare your palate for a vertical Stars in the Dark tasting, indulge in our whimsical PlayDate menu, and treat yourself to a bit of Rapt Indulgence - An unforgettable night under the stars!

Limited Seating!
Thurs, August 1st, 2024
19:00 - 21:00
✨Book: https://account.dineplan.com/widgetframe/khLsZdt4?date=2024-08-01 ✨

And, bring your A-game for our playful quiz - you might win prizes from Minimalist Wines and Minimalist Chocolate

The third date dilemma: Will it be a night of sinful delight or virtuous charm?

Our PlayDate cocktail menu may be of assistance with a mix of sacrilegious drinks and enticingly pure virgins.

Russian Roulette, anyone?
Tuesdays - Saturdays
18h00 - 22h00

Pick the soundtrack for your next steamy PlayDate...

1. The soft crackling as flames tease a Tomahawk Steak

2. Pops and sizzles as juices cascade over The Perfect Roast

3. The swirling serenade of Minimalist Wines

4. Bubbling and boiling while Oxtail Curry seductively simmers

5. Crunches of crispy, golden-brown Beer Battered Linefish of the Day

6. The rhythmic chopping of Tofu Tikka Masala

7. Slurps of sumptuous Traditional French Onion Soup

8. Smacks from our Forgotten Burger

Drop your choice in the comments and join us at the next PlayDate:

Tuesdays - Saturdays
18h00 - 22h00

Thanks Crush!