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Best Specialty Coffee Shops in Johannesburg (2026)
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Johannesburg has emerged as South Africa's specialty coffee capital, where a vibrant and rapidly evolving coffee culture reflects the city's creative energy and entrepreneurial spirit. From the trendy streets of Maboneng to the leafy suburbs of Parkhurst and Rosebank, Jozi's specialty cafes showcase both local roasters and international brewing techniques.
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Rosebank
Voted South Africa's Best New Cafe, here is a creative coffee shop and hangout spot in Rosebank.
Open until 4:00 PM
Father Coffee (Kramerville)
Kramerville
Father's flagship roastery, cafe and bakery in Kramerville.
Open until 9:00 PM
Father Coffee (Rosebank)
Rosebank
Joburg's premium specialty coffee shop at The Zone @ Rosebank.
Open until 9:00 PM
Craft Coffee
Parktown North
Specialty coffee punching above its weight in a compact Parktown North space with skilled baristas and quality beans
Open until 1:00 PM
Pulse 99
Braamfontein
Freshly opened, new-wave coffee bar on Juta Street in Braamfontein.
Open until 7:00 PM
Kōhī by ifuku
Braamfontein Werf
Japanese-inspired coffee bar at 44 Stanley.
Open until 5:00 PMPour-Over & Filter Coffee
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Rosebank
Voted South Africa's Best New Cafe, here is a creative coffee shop and hangout spot in Rosebank.
Open until 4:00 PMFather Coffee (Kramerville)
Kramerville
Father's flagship roastery, cafe and bakery in Kramerville.
Open until 9:00 PMFather Coffee (Rosebank)
Rosebank
Joburg's premium specialty coffee shop at The Zone @ Rosebank.
Open until 9:00 PMCraft Coffee
Parktown North
Specialty coffee punching above its weight in a compact Parktown North space with skilled baristas and quality beans
Open until 1:00 PMPulse 99
Braamfontein
Freshly opened, new-wave coffee bar on Juta Street in Braamfontein.
Open until 7:00 PMKōhī by ifuku
Braamfontein Werf
Japanese-inspired coffee bar at 44 Stanley.
Open until 5:00 PMEspresso Focused
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Rosebank
Voted South Africa's Best New Cafe, here is a creative coffee shop and hangout spot in Rosebank.
Open until 4:00 PMFather Coffee (Kramerville)
Kramerville
Father's flagship roastery, cafe and bakery in Kramerville.
Open until 9:00 PMFather Coffee (Rosebank)
Rosebank
Joburg's premium specialty coffee shop at The Zone @ Rosebank.
Open until 9:00 PMCraft Coffee
Parktown North
Specialty coffee punching above its weight in a compact Parktown North space with skilled baristas and quality beans
Open until 1:00 PMPulse 99
Braamfontein
Freshly opened, new-wave coffee bar on Juta Street in Braamfontein.
Open until 7:00 PMKōhī by ifuku
Braamfontein Werf
Japanese-inspired coffee bar at 44 Stanley.
Open until 5:00 PMCafés with Food
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Rosebank
Voted South Africa's Best New Cafe, here is a creative coffee shop and hangout spot in Rosebank.
Open until 4:00 PMFather Coffee (Kramerville)
Kramerville
Father's flagship roastery, cafe and bakery in Kramerville.
Open until 9:00 PMFather Coffee (Rosebank)
Rosebank
Joburg's premium specialty coffee shop at The Zone @ Rosebank.
Open until 9:00 PMHome of the Bean
Maboneng
Community-focused café in Maboneng's creative Arts On Main precinct, serving specialty coffee in Johannesburg's urban renewal hub
Open until 4:30 PM
Fingers Crossed Coffee Shop
Emmarentia
Hand-roasted specialty coffee operation in Emmarentia where they roast beans on-site, filling the space with fresh roast aromas
Open until 1:30 PMKōhī by ifuku
Braamfontein Werf
Japanese-inspired coffee bar at 44 Stanley.
Open until 5:00 PMFrequently Asked Questions
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