De Waterkant, Cape Town
Iconic steampunk café that transforms into a deep house and afro house dancefloor after midnight.
Founded
2010
Capacity
300
Hours
Monday–Saturday 7
Area
De Waterkant
Truth Coffee is one of Cape Town's most distinctive venues — a steampunk-themed coffee roastery and café by day that turns into a dancefloor by night. Located in the De Waterkant neighbourhood, Truth draws a creative, fashion-forward crowd to its immersive interior of Victorian machinery, exposed brickwork, and amber lighting. The music policy focuses on deep house and afro house, reflecting Cape Town's deep connection to South African electronic music culture.
Truth opened in 2010 as a specialty coffee roastery and quickly became one of Cape Town's most photographed spaces. Its evolution into a nightlife venue was a natural extension of its role as a gathering point for Cape Town's creative community.
Opening Hours
Monday–Saturday 7 AM–late
Address
36 Buitenkant St, Cape Town City Bowl, 8001
Dress Code
Smart casual