Folk Cafe

Folk Cafe

Folk Cafe is a celebration of food, people & beautiful space. Our sea side location is perfect for a The wood fired pizza can't be beat!

Folk Cafe is a family friendly restaurant located in St James, beside the iconic St James tidal pool. Folk offers an excellent variety of food, with a focus on using ethical ingredients (free range, grass fed and organic) that are locally sourced and produced wherever possible. All of the cakes are baked in house and food from the seasonal menu is made fresh, and to order, for breakfast, lunch and

Photos from Folk Cafe's post 03/11/2024

Come feast on our freshly baked pita bread straight from the wood-fired oven, loaded with tender, slow-roasted BBQ pork! 😍
This feast is bursting with flavour and satisfaction that’ll last all week long! 🔥👌🏻

01/11/2024

Thinking about kicking off the weekend with an ice-cold beer? 🍻
Then you’re in luck, because Folk’s got the good stuff on tap! 👌🏻

We’re serving up Jack Black Lagers at a steal – R90 for two!
So, grab your mates and let’s start the weekend right. Good vibes only! 🎉
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Photos from Folk Cafe's post 30/10/2024

November tunes coming in hot!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥Together with we have a massive line up for Folking Good Saturday’s this month. Spread the word, book a table and come check the some of the best SA live music🎸 Every Saturday from 3-5pm, free entry. Bookings via our website link in bio.

Photos from Folk Cafe's post 27/10/2024

Kick those Sunday scaries to the curb! 🔥
Our kitchen’s dishing up wholesome goodness with no nonsense, just honest, mouthwatering meals to fuel your week. 🙌🏼
Treat yourself to flavours that lift your mood and keep Monday at bay. 🍽️✨
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24/10/2024

Welcome to Folk Cafe 🌿

We're more than just a restaurant. We're a vibe. 👌🏻
Located on the Peninsula, we bring you stunning mountain views and an ocean breeze that’s simply unmatched. 🏔️🌊

At Folk Cafe, excellence is our focus, and it shows in everything we do. We proudly source our ingredients locally, prioritising organic and sustainable produce to bring you the freshest flavours for an unforgettable experience. 🍃🥗

Haven’t stopped by yet? Now's the time! Pop in and let us treat you to the best. We can't wait to welcome you. ✨
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22/10/2024

Our Christmas Carol's evenings with are here once again 🤗We are so happy that we can host these amazing musos every year for 3 spectacular nights of Christmas cheer🎄 As with every year Jenny and James will lead us with a set of classic carols followed by a set of their own songs and covers. This event is great for all families and all ages. Portion of the sales and collections on the night will go towards for the incredible work they do in our community. What's more is that we have teamed up with to bring you a welcoming surprise🥂 Tickets are available now via the link in our bio. We have a handful of early bird discounted tickets but please make sure you buy soon as they all tend to sell out fast. 🎅🔔🎁 17, 18 and 19 Dec 5pm- 9pm 0212763656 [email protected] 54 Main rd St James Cape Town.

20/10/2024

Looking for the perfect spot to refuel after the Marathon? 🏃‍♂️🍷 Come on in!

We've got all the nutrition you and your supporters need to recharge and celebrate your achievements.
Always fresh, always honest, always made with love. ❤️

See you soon!
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Photos from Folk Cafe's post 17/10/2024

We're still in awe of how incredible Vino Pizza 2024 turned out! 🍷🍕✨

The evening was a perfect blend of great wine, mouthwatering food, epic live music, and an unbeatable vibe - truly a night like no other in Cape Town.
And it was all made possible thanks to YOU! 🙌

Special shoutout to all the wine farms that brought the magic to our glasses. Let’s be honest, the night wouldn’t have been half as fun without you! 🍇

A massive thank you to everyone who came out and made it an absolute banger of an event. We're already looking forward to 2025, and we promise it’s going to be even bigger and better! 🎉

Stay tuned for updates, and keep the good vibes rolling! 🤘🏻

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Photos from Folk Cafe's post 13/10/2024

Vino Pizza 2024 was a massive success! ✨

We want to thank each of you for bringing your good vibes and making it an absolutely amazing night! It wouldn’t have been the same without your energy and love for great wine and pizza. 🍷🍕

We also want to give a special shoutout to all the wine farms that made this possible! 🍇🫶🏻

Stay tuned for more photos coming this week—you won’t want to miss them! 📸
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11/10/2024

Come and take it easy with a cold one!🍻

After a week of grinding, there’s no better place to relax than at Folk, right by the ocean with a view that will take your breath away. 🌊

Don’t forget!
Our loyalty program is waiting for you: Buy 9 beers, get the 10th FREE! 🎉

So, grab your crew, kick back, and let’s start the weekend off right! 💃🏻
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10/10/2024

👻Get the family dressed for a spooky night at Folk!! 31 October from 4pm with DJ Mich🎧Plenty of fun and prizes for all ages and best dressed 🎃🕸️Bookings open via R40 per head will be added to your bill on the night💀0212763656 [email protected] 54 Main rd, St James, Cape Town

06/10/2024

End your weekend with a delicious wood-fired pizza made with the freshest ingredients. 🍕

Our hand-rolled and fermented dough makes all the difference! 🔥

Come enjoy our famous pizzas and let us serve you the best! 👌🏻
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04/10/2024

Cheers to good times with family and friends at Folk! 🍷👌🏼

Summer is finally here to stay (we hope)! 🏖
So grab your crew, soak up the sun, and join us for a cold one in this lekker weather! 🍻
Let’s celebrate the weekend and all the moments in between.
See you soon! 🌿
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Photos from Folk Cafe's post 03/10/2024

🤘Rocktober!! Incredible line up for you this month 4-6pm very Saturday join us with entertainment from the incredible Supporting SA music is in our blood! Bring the family and support them too🤟 Plus remember to get your tickets for our annual Vino Pizza Festival tickets they're flying so grab while you can. Link in bio✌️

29/09/2024

Our homemade soft shell taco with sticky pulled pork is slow-cooked to perfection, prepared fresh in-house, and it's bursting with local goodness. 👌🏻

It’s the perfect weekend indulgence before the hustle of a new week begins. 🌮🍷
Come and taste it for yourself 🤌🏻🔥
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Photos from Folk Cafe's post 22/09/2024

Ignite your senses with the ultimate flame-grilled steaks! 🥩

Our expert braaimasters transform free-range cuts into juicy masterpieces, searing in flavour with every turn of the grill.
Every bite is an explosion of tender perfection that will leave your taste buds craving more. 🔥

It’s like the Spur, but with an edge! 🤌🏻
It's bolder, richer, and unmistakably better! 😜

Dare to taste the difference. One bite, and you’ll be hooked! 👌🏻
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18/09/2024

Folk. A short story😁So many amazing people have walked through these doors over the years, thanks to each and everyone of you 🫶 Here's to our future together❤️‍🔥

18/09/2024

Winter’s been long, cold, and wet – but it’s time to break out of those cocoons and embrace the sunshine again! 🌞

If you’re looking for the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the best things in life, then look no further than Folk! 🫶🏻

Whether you're craving a fresh cup of coffee after a lekker run or fresh from a surf and ready to fuel up with a juicy burger, we've got you covered! 🏃🏻🏄‍♀️

We bring the happy days so you can enjoy them to the fullest! 🌊✨
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Photos from Folk Cafe's post 15/09/2024

Craving a smashing, juicy, and delicious burger? 🍔

You're in for a treat! At Folk Cafe, we’ve crafted a burger so scrumptious it’ll keep you fueled for the week. 👌🏻🎉

With our secret recipe, homemade patties, and the freshest ingredients made right on-site, this burger is more than just a meal—it’s a local legend. 🏆

Come feast with us and taste the goodness! 😉
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12/09/2024

Still can’t decide where to eat? 👀 Come to Folk! It's always fresh, it's always good, it's always honest. We strive to find the best suppliers that give us the best local produce for our best health and yours 🌿 You can be assured that all of our ingredients are vetted to insure minimal nasty preservatives, colorants or additives are used. 🚫Book your table know through and we'll take care of the rest 🧘‍♂️

08/09/2024

Come indulge in our freshly baked goodies – made daily to satisfy your cravings! 🍰
Whether it's something sweet or savoury, we bake more than enough to keep your heart and belly happy.

Pair it with a cup of our finest coffee and don't forget to browse our selection of local and international treats to take home to your loved ones. 🎁

Stop by today and treat yourself! You deserve it. 💛

Photos from Folk Cafe's post 05/09/2024

Yes!!!! Folking Good Saturdays are back 💫🔥Take a look at this line up we have for you this September🌻 😁 we’re super excited to get up and going again with the best South African music every Saturday 3-5pm. Free entry!🍻 Plus catch all the Bokke games live on the big screen 🏉

Our Story

Ideally situated at the start of Bree st with plenty of street parking, Folk Café offers a selection of scrumptious, affordable meals that speak to the hearts and pallets of Cape Town’s locals and visitors alike. Outside seats are most popular at Folk Café in the summer months when guests can sit and recharge in the cool tree shade. The atmosphere is relaxed and homely whilst the service is fast and welcoming. Pastries and cakes, which are made on site, greet you as you enter and give the Café it’s delicious aroma. The coffee is a well balanced blend created with years of experties and prepared by highly skilled, professional barista’s.

Local, ethically sourced ingredients and free range meats are delectably combined into honest, hearty dishes. The food is well complimented with a seasonal wine and craft beer list that features the best of the Cape’s winelands and breweries.It also offers a healthy ready made pick up and go selection for people short of time. Folk Café focuses on quality and caters externally for local events and meetings.

This unpretentious and vibey spot has made its mark on the strip in it’s own unique way and is definitely not one to miss.

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Opening Hours

Monday 07:00 - 16:00
Tuesday 07:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 07:00 - 21:00
Thursday 07:00 - 21:00
Friday 07:00 - 21:00
Saturday 07:00 - 21:00
Sunday 07:00 - 19:00