Kloof Street is as cool as it gets in the city of Cape Town. These are the spots to plan your visit around to make the most of this urban meander.
Kloof Street is firmly on the radar of local and international travellers as it's snagged a spot on Time Out's Coolest Streets in the World for 2025.
Framed by Table Mountain, Kloof Street is where the city bowl meets the creative vibe of the Mother City. Stretching from the upper edge of Cape Town toward the neighbourhood of Tamboerskloof, it’s a lively strip that captures the CBD's unexpected urban charm.
Essentially, Kloof Street feels like Long Street’s more refined sibling as it pulses with new pop-ups and old-world character. Think Victorian façades with its broekie-lace balconies, concept stores, cocktail dens, boundary-pushing restaurants and just the right amount of after-dark mischief.
Ultimately, Kloof Street rewards those who stroll rather than speed through. Whether you wander uphill toward Table Mountain or drift down toward the city bowl, the charm is in the discovery.
Read on for more of the spots to plan your visit around to make the most of this urban meander.
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This Japanese-inspired convenience store with Tokyo street food flair has seen a sell-out opening.
Kloof Konbini is redefining the quick bite. You’ll find onigiri, sandos, and snacks that turn a casual stop into a mini culinary adventure.
Time Out Tip: You simply have to give their matcha soft serve a try! As our Social Media Manager Ishani Chetty aptly says, "I saw that and knew it was over for me."
Address: 121 Kloof Street.
Blondie plates up bright Mediterranean flavours in a breezy, open-fronted space made for warm evenings. It’s the kind of restaurant where you pop in for a glass of wine and accidentally stay for three courses.
It also happens to be one of the spots local camedian Schalk Bezuidenhout loves to pop into.
Address: 71 Kloof Street.
This Southern Indian favourite serves bold, fragrant dishes that pack serious flavour and comfort. Every plate at Vadivelu feels like a delicious invitation to try something new, from dosas to deeply spiced curries.
Address: 151 Kloof Street.
A Victorian manor dripping with fairy lights and velvet, Kloof Street House remains the queen of dinner drama.
Expect decadent dishes, sultry lighting and the kind of atmosphere that turns any night into an occasion.
Address: 30 Kloof Street.
Part café, part plant-filled showroom, Our Local nails the brunch brief every single time.
You’ll want to book well ahead for weekends, as locals flock here for generous plates and that signature garden charm.
Address: 117 Kloof Street.
Sweet Revenge is a temple to waffles - crisp, indulgent, and worth planning your day around. It’s a sugary stop that proves dessert absolutely counts as a meal on Kloof Street.
Address: 6 Kloof Street.
Modelled after Casablanca’s iconic bar, Rick’s Cafe combines rooftop views with expertly mixed cocktails. It’s a top choice for lingering sundowners that stretch into the night.
Address: 103 Kloof Street.
long-standing local favourite, Van Hunks offers laid-back drinking with great people-watching on the pavement. It’s the perfect place to ease into an afternoon that casually becomes an evening.
Address: Corner of Kloof and Upper Union Street.
Asoka’s courtyard, centred around its famed sacred olive tree, sets the scene for moody cocktails and live music. This is where Kloof Street shifts from dinner into dancing, all without missing a beat.
Address: 68 Kloof Street.
Sleek, modern and effortlessly cool, One Park brings DJ sets, strong drinks, and a lively after-dark crowd. It’s ideal for anyone who prefers their nightlife polished rather than chaotic.
Address: 1 Park Road, off Kloof.
Stepping through the Mount Nelson’s back entrance feels like slipping into another world - one of palms, pink façades, and polished tranquillity.
High tea, the Planet Bar, or a spa treatment make for the ultimate reset before heading back into the bustle.
Address: 76 Orange Street, with a rear entrance on Kloof Street.
More than a stylish hybrid hotel, Curiocity doubles as a relaxed neighbourhood hangout. Locals and travellers mix over family-style dishes and unfussy drinks, giving the space a welcoming social pulse.
Address: 112 Kloof Street.
EF Tours brings student travellers right into the heart of Cape Town’s creative corridor, using Kloof Street as a launchpad for exploring the city’s culture, food and design. Their guided experiences blend learning with lived-in local flavour, making Kloof an unforgettable classroom filled with cafés, galleries and street-level discoveries.
Address: 89 Kloof Street.
Part gallery, part concept shop, part coffee nook, AKJP is a celebration of contemporary South African design. It’s the ideal stop for discovering local fashion and art while sipping something thoughtfully brewed.
Address: 73 Kloof Street.
Tonic Design offers beautifully curated interiors and mid-century treasures that tempt even the window-shoppers.
Wander further and you’ll stumble on vintage boutiques and thrift gems, perfect for slow browsing sessions.
Address: 87 Kloof Street.
At Baikt Ceramics, you can get hands-on with clay and craft your own pottery piece in guided workshops. It’s a grounding, creative escape tucked right into the heart of this energetic street.
Address: 41 Kloof Street.
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