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Platō CoffeeBo-Kaap & De Waterkant, Cape TownPlatō Coffee →

★EverydayThe everyday answer

Corner Chiappini0.1 mi from Bo-Kaap & De Waterkant centrelast reviewed April 2026

The barista at this De Waterkant corner knows his coffee and will sell you a bag to take home. Solid espresso stop, no filter in sight.

Retail beans, ristretto on the menu, and a barista who explains both without being asked.

4.4★★★★(175)
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What we love

  • •Retail beans sold from the counter
  • •Ristretto on the menu alongside a full espresso range
  • •Barista engages knowledgeably about coffee and sourcing
  • •Espresso-only focus; no filter or batch brew

Location

Corner Chiappini, and, Waterkant St, De Waterkant, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

105m from Bo-Kaap & De Waterkant centre

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Richaro's Ramblings · 4 May

The case for Everyday

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