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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 cafés showcase both local roasters and international brewing techniques.
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Father Coffee (Rosebank)
Rosebank
Father Coffee is Joburg's premium specialty coffee shop at The Zone @ Rosebank, with Wi-Fi and laptop-friendly seating for remote workers.
Opens at 7:30 AM
here Joburg
Rosebank
Voted South Africa's Best New Café 2025 by SA Coffee Mag, here is a creative coffee shop and hangout spot in Rosebank with breakfast and balcony seating.
Opens at 7:00 AM
Father Coffee (Kramerville)
Kramerville
Father Coffee's flagship in Kramerville is a roastery, café, and bakery, with a wine bar and cupping lab, plus Wi-Fi and seating for working.
Opens at 7:30 AM
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.
Opens at 7:30 AM
Kōhī by ifuku
Braamfontein Werf
Minimal Japanese-inspired coffee and matcha bar at 44 Stanley, with specialty coffee, matcha drinks, and sweet bakes in a calm space.
Opens at 8:00 AM
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Braamfontein
Freshly opened, new-wave coffee bar on Juta Street in Braamfontein.
Opens at 7:30 AMPour-Over & Filter Coffee
Father Coffee (Rosebank)
Rosebank
Father Coffee is Joburg's premium specialty coffee shop at The Zone @ Rosebank, with Wi-Fi and laptop-friendly seating for remote workers.
Opens at 7:30 AMhere Joburg
Rosebank
Voted South Africa's Best New Café 2025 by SA Coffee Mag, here is a creative coffee shop and hangout spot in Rosebank with breakfast and balcony seating.
Opens at 7:00 AMFather Coffee (Kramerville)
Kramerville
Father Coffee's flagship in Kramerville is a roastery, café, and bakery, with a wine bar and cupping lab, plus Wi-Fi and seating for working.
Opens at 7:30 AMKōhī by ifuku
Braamfontein Werf
Minimal Japanese-inspired coffee and matcha bar at 44 Stanley, with specialty coffee, matcha drinks, and sweet bakes in a calm space.
Opens at 8:00 AMPulse 99
Braamfontein
Freshly opened, new-wave coffee bar on Juta Street in Braamfontein.
Opens at 7:30 AM
Home of the Bean
Maboneng
Community-focused café in Maboneng's creative Arts On Main precinct, serving specialty coffee in Johannesburg's urban renewal hub.
Opens at 7:00 AMEspresso Focused
View all 8Father Coffee (Rosebank)
Rosebank
Father Coffee is Joburg's premium specialty coffee shop at The Zone @ Rosebank, with Wi-Fi and laptop-friendly seating for remote workers.
Opens at 7:30 AMhere Joburg
Rosebank
Voted South Africa's Best New Café 2025 by SA Coffee Mag, here is a creative coffee shop and hangout spot in Rosebank with breakfast and balcony seating.
Opens at 7:00 AMFather Coffee (Kramerville)
Kramerville
Father Coffee's flagship in Kramerville is a roastery, café, and bakery, with a wine bar and cupping lab, plus Wi-Fi and seating for working.
Opens at 7:30 AMFingers Crossed Coffee Shop
Emmarentia
Hand-roasted specialty coffee operation in Emmarentia where they roast beans on-site, filling the space with fresh roast aromas.
Opens at 7:30 AMKōhī by ifuku
Braamfontein Werf
Minimal Japanese-inspired coffee and matcha bar at 44 Stanley, with specialty coffee, matcha drinks, and sweet bakes in a calm space.
Opens at 8:00 AMPulse 99
Braamfontein
Freshly opened, new-wave coffee bar on Juta Street in Braamfontein.
Opens at 7:30 AMCafés with Food
Father Coffee (Kramerville)
Kramerville
Father Coffee's flagship in Kramerville is a roastery, café, and bakery, with a wine bar and cupping lab, plus Wi-Fi and seating for working.
Opens at 7:30 AMhere Joburg
Rosebank
Voted South Africa's Best New Café 2025 by SA Coffee Mag, here is a creative coffee shop and hangout spot in Rosebank with breakfast and balcony seating.
Opens at 7:00 AMFather Coffee (Rosebank)
Rosebank
Father Coffee is Joburg's premium specialty coffee shop at The Zone @ Rosebank, with Wi-Fi and laptop-friendly seating for remote workers.
Opens at 7:30 AMHome of the Bean
Maboneng
Community-focused café in Maboneng's creative Arts On Main precinct, serving specialty coffee in Johannesburg's urban renewal hub.
Opens at 7:00 AMFingers Crossed Coffee Shop
Emmarentia
Hand-roasted specialty coffee operation in Emmarentia where they roast beans on-site, filling the space with fresh roast aromas.
Opens at 7:30 AMKōhī by ifuku
Braamfontein Werf
Minimal Japanese-inspired coffee and matcha bar at 44 Stanley, with specialty coffee, matcha drinks, and sweet bakes in a calm space.
Opens at 8:00 AMFrequently Asked Questions
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