The Best Bakeries In Cape Town
Who doesn’t love the smell of freshly baked bread or the aroma of expertly brewed coffee in the morning? Fresh bread is the perfect accompaniment to a big, greasy breakfast while donuts, cupcakes and tarts make the best comfort food on a cold, rainy day in the city. If you’re strapped for time or not the best baker, pop into one of these top bakeries for a wide range of the freshest, tastiest baked goods in Cape Town.
1. Jason Bakery
Jason Bakery
Situated on Bree Street, Cape Town’s latest foodie hangout Jason Bakery is your go-to for decadent croissant cups, pies, sandwiches and donuts. Serving breakfast and lunch Monday through Saturday, this bakery/contemporary café is always busy, which comes as no surprise. When you taste its delicious, beautifully presented food, you’ll definitely be back for more. Thankfully it does takeaways, too!
Jason Bakery, 185 Bree St, Cape Town, South Africa +27 21 424 5644
2. Martins Bakery and Coffee Shop
Bakery, Sandwich Shop, Coffee Shop, Pastry Shop, European, Pastries
3. Coimbra Bakery
Bakery, Pastry Shop, South African, Pastries
4. Compass Bakery
Compass Bakery
Founded in 1976, Compass Bakery is a family-run business that supplies baked goods to South African retail giant Woolworths. It runs two factory shops in Cape Town where you can buy its delicious cakes, muffins, cupcakes, biscuits and more at discounted prices.
Compass Bakery, 98 Main Road, Tramway Village, Diep River, Cape Town, South Africa +27 21 713 4483
5. Bread Milk & Honey
Cafe, Restaurant, South African, Tea
6. Charly’s Bakery
Bakery, Coffee Shop, Pastry Shop, Dessert, Pastries, Vegetarian, South African
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