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Yours Truly

Cape Town, South Africa

Small but perfectly formed, Yours Truly does design-your-own sandwiches, pizzas, as well as super smooth lattes.

Address

73 Kloof St, Schotsche Kloof, 8001

27 21 422 3788 Go to website

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The Kitchen

Cape Town, South Africa

The Kitchen feels just like a home in the Deep South of the United States; purchase a plate and top it up with as much fresh salad as you like, or build your own sandwich.

Address

111 Sir Lowry Rd Woodstock 7915

+27 21 462 2201 Go to website

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The Superette

Cape Town, South Africa

In the heart of the Woodstock Exchange, Superette is your go-to place for Middle-Eastern inspired salads, fresh juices and almond cake.

Address

Albert Rd, Woodstock, 7915

27 21 802 5525 Go to website

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Skinny Legs & All

Cape Town, South Africa

Owned by 21-year old twins (at the time this guide was published), this café is far from a fashion faux-pas. The freshly-ground coffee is worth crossing town for, and it’s a regular hangout for Cape Town’s uber-trendies.

Address

70 Loop St, Cape Town City Centre, 8000

27 21 423 5403 Go to website

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The Waiting Room

Cape Town, South Africa

This feels like someone’s home, complete with comfy armchairs and wall hangings, and a great rooftop for summer evenings.

Address

273 Long St, Cape Town City Centre, 8000

27 21 422 4536

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Orphanage

Cape Town, South Africa

Cocktails are serious business at Orphanage. The dark, moody vibe of the place is complemented by the wicked drinks menu.

Address

227 Bree St, Cape Town City Centre, 8000

27 21 424 2004 Go to website

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The Power and Glory

Cape Town, South Africa

This saloon-style bar is great both day and night; they serve local beers and homemade cake.

Address

13D Kloof Nek Rd, Tamboerskloof, 8000

27 21 422 2108

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Mother’s Ruin

Cape Town, South Africa

This is a bar that holds gin in high regard. With over 100 different kinds of the beverage on offer from London dry to botanical, you’re spoilt for choice. With classic G&Ts and reinvented cocktails, Mother’s Ruin leaves no doubt that they are the champion specialists of this spirit.

Address

219 Bree Street Cape Town City Centre 8000

+27 82 681 6601 Go to website