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25/10/2026
A moment for our pastries 🥐💛
From classics like the apple crumble square to sweet and savoury pastries like the kimchi and Gruyère pastry.
These bad boys don’t last long so make sure you stop by early! ☕️
22/10/2026
The sun’s finally back and it’s Design Week South Africa! 🌞 all the more reason to be outside. Swipe to see what’s happening this week!
ʜᴏɴᴍᴏɴᴏ sᴛᴜᴅɪᴏ will be hosting their exhibition in our Bree Street Community Hall space! The exhibition will be up till the 25th of October.
If you love music and design this panel discussion is for you! Hosted by Katya Volkova and accompanied by Cape Town’s most exciting creatives!
Definitely worth checking out!
Don’t forget our oyster special! R22 an oyster 4pm till late 🦪
18/10/2026
Gluten free and tasty 🥬💯 Our Kimchi fried organic rice - two eggs, warm mushrooms, radish, crispy kale & sesame seeds.
🥑Also try swapping the eggs for Avo!
☀️Great for breakfast or lunch!
15/10/2026
A little burger appreciation for your Thursday. 🍔🤭
1. El Classico: Our 210g free-range beef burger, with melted cheese on a flaky, buttery pastry bun.
2. Have you tried swapping your fries for our house-made coleslaw? 👀🥬 Crunchy, creamy and a little underrated, if you ask us.
See you for dinner! 💙
11/10/2026
The sun’s out and so is the Clarke’s merch! 🌞🧢
A few things from our merch rack we’ve been loving lately:
1. Baby Cowaburger Tees 🍔 R280 a pop. For the little burger lovers (and future Clarke’s regulars).
2-3 Clarke’s x Ballo Eyewear Caps 🧢 R350. Keeping the sun out of your eyes and looking good while doing it.
Good food, sunny days and a little Clarke’s merch to take home. What’s not to love? 🤭
Find yours in-store! 💙
08/10/2026
Clocked off? Time for a drink. 🍸🫡
A little something for everyone, whether you’re drinking or not.
1.Negroni 🍊 A classic. Strong, bittersweet and always a good idea after a long day.
2.Hibiscus & Lime Soda 🌺 Something refreshing from our alcohol-free soda selection.
Juniper & Rosemary Soda 🌿 A little herbal, a little bubbly and no booze needed.
3.Rocking Shandy & Georgia Punch 🍹 Two of our favourites on the Happy Hour menu! .00
Happy Hour at Clarke’s!
Tuesday to Saturday, 4pm till close
04/10/2026
Our grab n go meals that are good for your gut and even better for your taste buds. 🌞
1. Beef meatballs with soy, ginger, garlic & sesame dressing, paired with our barley & fermented beet salad and a Theonista® kombucha.
2. Made at Clarke’s, packed and ready to go. We’ve done the work, you just have to plate it. 🍽️
3. Find the fridge stocked at Clarke’s takeaway & grocer Perfect for beach missions, midweek lunch dashes or those days when cooking just isn’t happening. 🏃🏽♀️🌞
Good food, wherever you’re headed. 💙
30/09/2026
First Thursdays South Africa in the neighbourhood this October 🍸
A few things to eat, drink, see and listen to around town this Thursday:
1-3 We’re taking things outside at Bree Street Community Hall with DJ Kay Fabe Kay Fabe from 7pm to 11pm 🎶 Plus, the Jack Black Brewing Co. Bar will be out on the street. Grab some food, a drink and settle in.
4. ‘SHE - returns to Cape Town’ group exhibition at The Artists Gallery 🖼️ 34 Bree Street, 5pm to 7:30pm.
5. ‘Offset’ at SMAC Gallery 25 Church Street, 5pm to 8pm.
6. ‘Catching’ by Chuma Adam & Siyabonga Fani at 99 Loop Gallery 99 Loop Street, 5pm to 8pm.
7. ‘VOICE FOR WOMEN: Femicide Protest - Photographic Archive & Print Exhibition’ at WORLDART 68 Long Street, 5pm to 8pm.
8. ‘The Print Table - Volume 01’ at Gallery F | Photography Gallery | Cape Town 78 Shortmarket Street, 5pm to 8pm.
9. Joinery Journals at The Corner Store 164 Bree Street, 5pm to 8pm. Complimentary personalisation on the night.
10. And a little further out, ‘A Decade of Analog Revival’ at Cape Film Supply 📸 101 Harrington Street, 5pm to 9pm.
See you around the neighbourhood! 💙
27/09/2026
A few weekly rituals at Clarke’s ✨🏃🏽♀️
1. Breakfast runs just got easier with our ready made grab and go’s from Clarke’s takeaway & grocer 🏃🏽♀️
2. Our coffee is made possible by the good folks at SIKIS KOFFEE ☕️
3. The Hash Eggs: toasted cauliflower, parmentier potatoes, peppers & spring onion with two poached eggs, topped with hollandaise. 🍳
4. The smoked mackerel is back in stock! Smoky and high in protein 🏋🏽♀️ This one’s for the gym bros!
5. Burger madness! Our pastry buns are made fresh in house, daily. 🍔
17/09/2026
We make a lot of stuff in house, but a lot of the other good stuff is made possible by our suppliers. 🛒
A little shoutout to the people who keep us going with locally made and sourced, sustainable, quality ingredients and products.
Usana Pastures for our eggs 🥚
Greenfields grass fed beef for our burgers🥩
Jack Black Brewing Co. for keeping the beers cold 🍺
And to all the other suppliers we work with, thank you for keeping our kitchen stocked and Clarke’s going. 🤝🏽
13/09/2026
Have you checked out our Clarke’s Grocer just up the alley? 👀
We know you’re busy, so we’ve been busy in the kitchen making grab-and-go meals with the same ingredients, care and Clarke’s flavour you know, just ready when you are.
Sandwiches, salads, soups and more. Grab something for lunch, dinner or to keep in the fridge for later. 🥪🥗
Pop in and see what’s in the fridge!
10/09/2026
The weather is looking a bit cold and grey this weekend, which means one thing: soup madness! 🍅🥣
The grilled cheese is mandatory. 🫡🧀
Our classic soups are also available frozen to take home. Grab yours via .
06/09/2026
A little love for our house made labneh. 🤍
Creamy, tangy strained yoghurt, made in-house and served with our avocado on 100% rye toast.
Add a poached egg if you’re feeling it. 🥑🍳
Breakfast, lunch or somewhere in between.
The last frame is the kind of plates we like to see. 🤭
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133 Bree Street
Cape Town
8001
The diner and cafe located on Bree Street in Cape Town can be easily accessed by public transport or by driving. For those using public transport, you can take the MyCiTi bus and get off at the nearest stop to Bree Street. From there, it's just a short walk to the diner and cafe. Alternatively, you could also take a metered taxi or an Uber ride which will drop you off directly at the location.
For those driving, you can park your car in one of the parking garages located close by. The closest options are the Mandela Rhodes Place parking garage on Wale Street or the St Georges Mall parking garage on Church Street. Once parked, it's just a short walk to the diner and cafe.
Please note that these directions are general in nature and may not be accurate for all locations on Bree Street. It's always best to double-check with Google Maps or other navigational tools for specific directions to your destination.
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Clarke's bar and dining room is a must-visit spot in Cape Town for anyone looking for great food, drinks, and music. This little diner on Bree Street offers an all-day breakfast menu, huge sandwiches, and delicious cocktails that are sure to satisfy any craving. The recent addition of the Tumeric Golden Latte and Beetroot & Ginger Latte to their menu will keep you cozy during the winter months. And if you're in the mood for something warm and comforting, their Soup & Grilled Cheese dinner is a must-try. Don't miss out on their 2-for-1 Burger Tuesday deal or their R35 Mimosa Special during weekend brunch hours. Clarke's also participates in First Thursdays Cape Town, making it a great spot to stop by during art exhibitions. If you're looking for a job opportunity, they are currently seeking a great Manager who is keen to learn and enjoys working with people. Book your table through their Dineplan link and experience the cozy atmosphere and delicious offerings at Clarke's bar and dining room today!
