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The Alma Cafe

The Alma Cafe The Alma Cafe is a live music venue and coffee shop located on Alma Road. In addition to serving coffee during the daytime, they also offer catering for events and private functions as well as booking options for business breakfasts or lunches. The cafe has shifted its focus during COVID-19 and now delivers home-cooked meals, including a "Tuisnywerheid" (home industry) Goody table with various treats available for purchase. Contact [email protected] for more information.

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03/06/2026

This Saturday, James and I return to the Alma after a long absence. Tickets at Quicket! .alma.cafe

02/06/2026

Every day at Alma starts with intention.
From quiet mornings to full rooms later on, it all begins here.

Exciting week at Alma Cafe!THURSDAY - 5 June - QUIZ NIGHTS!FRIDAY - 6 June - Bheki Khoza and Tete MbambisaSATURDAY - 7 J...
01/06/2026

Exciting week at Alma Cafe!

THURSDAY - 5 June - QUIZ NIGHTS!

FRIDAY - 6 June - Bheki Khoza and Tete Mbambisa
SATURDAY - 7 June - James Stewart and John Ellis
SUNDAY - 8 June - Arno Carstens

31/05/2026

Jak Tomas and Dave van Vuuren at the Alma Cafe. Pure magic for a Sunday night!

31/05/2026

Dave van Vuuren of Southern Wild debuting a brand new song off his upcoming solo EP live for the first time at Alma Cafe.

29/05/2026

Kai Scott at The Alma Cafe! The magical moments.

John Maytham from Cape Talk is doing a live broadcast from The Alma Cafe at 3-6pm on Friday. Come and say hi to your fav...
26/05/2026

John Maytham from Cape Talk is doing a live broadcast from The Alma Cafe at 3-6pm on Friday. Come and say hi to your favourite radio personality!

26/05/2026

Different nights. Different energy. Same heart.

Alma is about community, connection, culture, and creating a space where people feel at home.

Bringing people together. Whether it’s a packed live music show, a fiercely competitive quiz night, karaoke with friends, or cheering on your team on the big screen, there’s something for everyone here.

This week at Alma Cafe! Wednesday - Karaoke! it's such a vibeThursday - Quiz Night. Gather your team and join the fun.Fr...
25/05/2026

This week at Alma Cafe!

Wednesday - Karaoke! it's such a vibe
Thursday - Quiz Night. Gather your team and join the fun.
Friday, 29 May - Kai Scott
Saturday, 30 May - Kimberleigh Venty
Sunday, 31 May - Dave van Vuuren & Jak Tomas

Tickets --> https://qkt.io/Ag26F3
24/05/2026

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Final call for tomorrow's opening show of the winter series kicking off at Cape Town's .alma.cafe ✨️

Tickets via

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21/05/2026

June’s looking a little wild.

One more Cape Town show, then I’m heading out of SA for dates in Dubai, London and Cyprus with Ross and Kahn. Really looking forward to this run and the chance to take the music somewhere new for a few weeks.

🎟️ https://linktr.ee/arnocarstens

7 June
The Alma Cafe, Cape Town

11 June
McGettigan's Pubs, Dubai with Ross Learmonth

13 June
O2 Shepherds Bush Empire, London with Ross Learmonth & Kahn Morbee

20 June
ARK in the Park, Cyprus
with Ross Learmonth & Kahn Morbee

21/05/2026
19/05/2026

Alma Café is one of Cape Town’s hidden gems, a place where great food, live music, community, laughter, and unforgettable moments all happen under one roof.

From intimate concerts and quiz nights to karaoke, celebrations, and Springbok screenings on the big screen, there’s always something happening and everyone’s welcome.

Hear it from owner Jonathan Tait himself

Grab your crew and let your inner rock star shine!Join us this Wednesday for Karaoke!
19/05/2026

Grab your crew and let your inner rock star shine!
Join us this Wednesday for Karaoke!

This week at Alma Cafe!Wed, 20 May - Karaoke is back!Thurs, 21 May - Quiz NightsFri, 22 May -  TRIOU - Jazz trio featuri...
18/05/2026

This week at Alma Cafe!

Wed, 20 May - Karaoke is back!
Thurs, 21 May - Quiz Nights
Fri, 22 May - TRIOU - Jazz trio featuring Pascal Haas, Blake Hellaby & Sean Sanby
Sat, 23 May - Dave Starke & Dan Franks Present Leonard Cohen: A life in song
Sun, 24 May - Wren Hinds Solo

Visit Quicket to book your spot! Link in Bio.

https://qkt.io/FHTiWQ
14/05/2026

https://qkt.io/FHTiWQ

Come and grab a delicious meal from 6.30pm, get a coupla rounds of drinks in, and then, hunker down to test those long forgotten facts from when we all used to read The Guinness Book of Records!

This week at Alma Cafe!Thurs, 14 May - Quiz NightsSun, 17 May - CSNY Experience with Hatchetman " Come and relive the he...
11/05/2026

This week at Alma Cafe!

Thurs, 14 May - Quiz Nights
Sun, 17 May - CSNY Experience with Hatchetman " Come and relive the heydays of the hippies"

Bookings via Quicket - Link in BIO

Don't miss out! Quiz Nights back this Thursday!Join us for a night of laughs and brain teasers. And see who will win the...
05/05/2026

Don't miss out! Quiz Nights back this Thursday!
Join us for a night of laughs and brain teasers. And see who will win the prize!

BOOKINGS via Quicket - link in Bio

Nik Rabinowitz brings his In Progress show to Alma Café for three special nights, where you get to experience brand-new ...
04/05/2026

Nik Rabinowitz brings his In Progress show to Alma Café for three special nights, where you get to experience brand-new material up close, in a space that makes every laugh feel shared.

Fri–Sun | 8, 9 & 10 May
Dinner + Comedy = a genuinely memorable night out
Booking via Quicket, link in Bio

There’s something different about comedy in a small, warm room; it’s personal, spontaneous, and a lot more fun. Expect sharp humour, a few surprises, and plenty of laughs along the way.

Seats are limited, so book early and settle in for an evening where great food and great comedy come together effortlessly.

01/05/2026

See you tomorrow night at .alma.cafe with 😎

Get your tickets link in bio ⚡️🎸

We have just returned from a wonderful week off! I got to spend the weekend in the Garden Route, playing music with the ...
30/04/2026

We have just returned from a wonderful week off! I got to spend the weekend in the Garden Route, playing music with the lads from Hatchetman, playing the CSNY Experience Show, connecting with family, and most importantly some proper quality time with my wonderful (and new!!) Fiance!
Looking forward to our gigs this weekend, we have a lovely lineup coming!
Fri - Buddy Wells & Reza Khota - https://qkt.io/pZ2bhC
Sat - Basson Laubscher & Jacob Swann - https://qkt.io/JCcuZG
Sun - Jono Tait and John Ellis Music - https://qkt.io/myk4sC

Address

20 Alma Road, Rosebank
Cape Town
7700

To get to the live music venue on Alma Road in Cape Town, you can take the MyCiTi bus and get off at the closest bus stop. Alternatively, you can drive there and park in one of the nearby parking lots.

Opening Hours

Wednesday 18:30 - 22:30
Thursday 18:30 - 22:30
Friday 18:30 - 22:30
Saturday 18:30 - 22:30
Sunday 18:00 - 22:00

Website

https://tinyurl.com/AlmaCafeNewsletter, https://www.quicket.co.za/events/?search=+Alma+Cafe

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What people say

The Alma Cafe in Cape Town is a must-visit for anyone looking for a cozy and welcoming spot to enjoy good food, great music, and even better company. This live music venue has been a staple in the community for years, offering weekend live music events that are not to be missed. During the day, The Alma Cafe transforms into a charming coffee shop where you can relax with a cup of coffee and catch up with friends.

What sets The Alma Cafe apart is their commitment to providing excellent service and catering options for private events and business breakfasts/lunches. Their home-cooked meals are simply delicious, and they have recently expanded their offerings to include a "Tuisnywerheid" Goody table filled with delectable treats like rusks, cookies, shortbread, fudge, and more.

Despite the challenges posed by COVID-19, The Alma Cafe has adapted quickly to continue serving their loyal customers. They now offer delivery of their famous home-cooked meals straight to your door so you can enjoy them from the comfort of your own home.

Located on Alma Road in Cape Town, The Alma Cafe is truly a gem in the city's culinary scene. Whether you're looking for live music or just a cozy spot to grab some coffee and treats with friends or colleagues, The Alma Cafe is definitely worth checking out.

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