It’s hard to find fault with Stellenbosch: sweeping vineyards, majestic mountains, award-winning wines, and a fantastic ‘village’ feel that beckons you back again and again! Javaphiles (that’s coffee lovers to you and me) are also spoilt for choice, as coffee culture in Stellenbosch is thriving!
The coffee culture amongst our beloved Maties is especially booming. If they’re not out wine bar hopping or studying for exams, they are seeking out the next best coffee spot. And that is exactly what the girls behind the Procaffeinated IG account are doing. We had a chat with the girls behind the IG page and asked them for their and their fellow Maties’ top 5 coffee run spots in Stellenbosch and these are their top choices.
Meraki
From their locally sourced coffee & freshly baked pastries to their carefully curated menu offering an array of authentic heart warming meals, Meraki aim to serve you with the same love and passion that originally inspired their name.
Opening times: Monday – Friday from 7am to 7pm. Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 7pm
Contact: 021 065 0192 or cafe@meraki-living.co.za
Where to find them: 43 Church Street, Stellenbosch
More info: www.meraki-living.com
Bootlegger
Bootlegger Coffee Company was created in 2012 by 3 best friends. The brand has now grown into multiple businesses all over Cape Town and Johannesburg, and still expanding. Each store has a carefully selected line from an AC/DC song hung on the wall in neon lights. A lot of the brands attitude and charisma comes from this throwback of great music and rhythm.
Opening times: Monday to Thursday from 6:30am to 5pm. Saturday from 7:30am to 9pm and Sunday from 7:30am to 3pm
Contact: 021 201 7448 or stellenbosch@bootlegger.co.za
Where to find them: 15 Ryneveld Straat, Stellenbosch
More info: www.bootlegger.coffee
Lanzerac Deli
The very best in fresh and artisanal produce, the quaint Lanzerac Deli is a favourite breakfast and lunch destination amongst locals and tourists alike. Indulge in only the freshest breads, cakes and pastries (baked daily), aromatic coffees and a selection of South Africa’s finest charcuterie and cheeses used to create flavourful sandwiches and platters. These can all be enjoyed in the courtyard, beneath giant Oak trees or inside the cosy venue.
Opening times: Sundays to Thursdays from 8am to 5pm. Fridays and Saturdays from 8am to 6pm
Contact: 0218871132 or restaurants@lanzerac.co.za
Where to find them: Lanzerac Estate, No. 1 Lanzerac Road, Stellenbosch
More info: www.lanzerac.co.za
De Warenmarkt
De Warenmarkt is situated in a historical building dating back to the 18th Century Stellenbosch. The Cape’s rich and diverse cultural heritage is reflected in our culinary offerings. We offer a selected range of foods, including specialty meats, bread, cold pressed juice, craft beers, coffees and more.
Opening times: Monday to Saturday from 7:00am to 10pm. Sunday from 7:00am to 3pm.
Contact: 021 883 2274 or info@dewarenmarkt.com
Where to find them: Cnr of Ryneveld and Plein Street, Stellenbosch
More info: www.dewarenmarkt.com
Images supplied by Procaffeinated. Handle: @procaffeinated_stb
