The Truth is in the pudding, or in this case, the coffee
Step into the heart of Cape Town’s bustling and vibrant Central Business District (CBD), and you will encounter the undisputed “Holy Grail” of artisan coffee shops.
Long before you even see the storefront, the rich, seductive aroma of freshly roasted coffee beans fills the city air. This deep, unmistakable scent drifts down the pavement, effortlessly luring locals, commuters, and travelers straight to the front door.
Greeted by the friendly doorman you walk into the magical wonderland of steam, golden metal pipes and lots of coffee. The shop brings that steampunk theme to the forefront with their incredible décor and barista outfits.
The menu is presented as a newspaper which adds to the ambiance of the café. You choose how you like your coffee: Flat white, espresso, americano…. you get the idea. There after there is an array of different types of coffees roasted and perfectly by Truth. Your waiter can help you make the decision on what coffee is best for your taste. The coffee is brewed to perfection and needs no addition of sugar – it is perfect as it.
About the Food
On the food menu there is a lot of options. From delicious and freshly baked pastries to delicate and thought-out dishes, perfectly balanced and plated beautifully. We couldn’t resist the sound of their Café du Salmon which comprised of coffee smoke salmon, poached in butter served with blinis, red onion and traces of fennel bulb laced in sour cream with lemon picked cucumber and trout caviar. Not a dish one would think to find in a coffee shop.
Truth was an experience, and blew us away with their incredible atmosphere, great service, awesome food and probably the best coffee South Africa has to offer.
The CBD Coffee Experience: • Fresh, daily on-site bean roasting • A vibrant, energetic inner-city atmosphere • The perfect morning escape or afternoon fuel stop
Whether you are looking for an early morning espresso shot to kickstart your workday, a creative space to answer emails, or simply the best flat white in the Mother City, this inner-city sanctuary delivers the ultimate caffeine experience.
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