Updated July 2025

Who doesn’t love a hearty brekkie or delicious brunch with good friends or just a quiet solo date to celebrate your fabulous self. Here is a round up of the latest breakfast spots around Mzansi where you can fuel up at the start of your day.

Cape Town

Bootlegger Coffee Company, Plattekloof

Bootlegger Coffee Company has long since been the go to place for those who won’t settle for mediocre coffee. Now you are also able to enjoy their fully halaal coffee shop menu including all day breakfast at Plattekloof Village in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town.
Get their details here.

WCafe, Riverlands

WCafé is the in-house coffee shop for some of the larger Woolworths stores, and in some cases there are also stand alone shops. It offers a full all-day breakfast menu as well as a Kids menu. You can look forward to wholesome light meals, pastries, cakes and good coffee.
Get the details here.

Shift Espresso Bar, Cape Quarter

A suburban coffee shop experience to tantalise the tastebuds, situated within the trendy Cape Quarter. Enjoy a delicious cup of coffee, breakfast or lunch. Find their other halaal branches in Newlands, Claremont, Pinelands and Canal Walk
More about them here.

Selva Cafe, Harfield Village

A rustic green oasis in the suburbs in Kenilworth serving Truth coffee and all-day breakfast. Enjoy a brunch with your besties, a quick lunch or while away an hour or two away with your laptop under the comforting green canopy of leaves. You can now also find them in the CBD at 14 Long Street, Cape Town.
More about them here.

Johannesburg

Pret a Manger, Rosebank

After a successful launch in Melrose Arch, the expansion with the opening of the second Pret shop, follows an enthusiastic response from local customers and marks the next phase in a broader national rollout. A unique feature of the 2nd South African Pret A Manger store will see the shop having a local creative feel to it courtesy of a graphic design from University of Johannesburg student, Precious Mogoje. Expect global flavours, freshly made food and organic coffee.
📍The Zone @ Rosebank

Relish Deluxe, Rosebank

Garage stops are trending ever since Pantry opened in Rosebank. But make it halaal. Relish deluxe has answered the call and in true Pantry style is offering glam vibes, gourmet food and groceries while you refuel your car. It’s the latest hangout for boujee fast food and late night munchies. Open 24/7.
📍136 Jan Smuts Avenue, Johannesburg
More details here.

EL&N London, Menlyn Maine

After their viral opening in Mall of Africa in 2022, EL&N London has arrived in Menlyn Maine, Pretoria. Alongside iconic décor and picture perfect dishes and drinks, enjoy their signature wood-fired pizza bar and grills menu – perfect for everything from casual lunches to indulgent dinners.
📍Shop 61c, Ext 2, Corner Corobay, Aramist Ave, Waterkloof Glen, Pretoria

Now Now By Woolworths, Eastgate

A Fresh and Fast convenience food concept from Woolworths. Serves wraps, toasties, burgers, bowls and salads. They also have a good range of smoothies and coffee. The menu is true to the Woolworths ethos of fresh and healthy and they have some hearty options on the menu but the store is designed for quick stops to fuel up rather than lengthy lunch dates. Find out more about their menu and setup in our review of their Canal Walk Store in Cape Town.

YML Eatery, Ormonde

A casual but elegant eatery serving a range of dishes from breakfast, grills and burgers to toasties, curries and desserts. Suitable for whole family they also have a kids menu.
More about them here.

Durban

Doppio Zero, Florida Road

From freshly baked bread to crafted coffees and a Mediterranean-inspired menu. Doppio Zero is a relaxed beautifully designed space that’s perfect for gathering, working or unwinding. This FIRST South African Halaal-certified location on the popular Florida Road in Durban, combines a love for wholesome, innovative dishes with the signature Doppio Zero experience.
Get their details here.

Mugg & Bean 12 on Palm, Umhlanga

The first halaal sit-down branch in Kzn. From generous Eggs Benedict options to healthier low-carb breakfasts and even vegan and vegetarian options you’ll find loads of variety on their menu.
More about them here.

Cafe 61

Cafe 61 combines a love for good coffee, good company, soul food and giving back to the community. More about them here.

Barn Owl Tennis Club, Florida Road

Quaint coffee shop at Mitchell Park serving breakfast, lunch and coffee. They have a wide range of cakes, desserts and sweet treats on offer.
More about them here.

Strangers Coffee, Berea

This cosy venue is an intimate little gem with an eclectic feel. They serve Humble coffee brand and have a curated menu of light meals. Look out for their rich chocolate Matilda cake which is a huge hit with those in the know.
More about them here.