The fantastic R99 brunch special at mischu

Avo & salsa on sourdough, or try the viral cube croissant

Last updated: Thursday, 31 July 2025

It’s easy to see why mischu has become a local institution. It sits along one of the trendiest strips in Sea Point, with the best coffee in Cape Town (it’s won this award three times), and a fabulous bakery full of viral treats like crookies and croissant cubes. Yet it’s unpretentious and welcoming with a daily R99 brunch special. 

mischu first opened its doors in 2012. Image: mischu

BRUNCH SPECIAL FOR UNDER R100

It’s on Regent Road, which you can watch through the massive windows. Whether you’re visiting on a weekday or the weekend, mischu’s brunch special remains a steal: Avocado salsa with kale and feta on homemade sourdough, and a cappuccino, for R99 (available daily until 3pm). 

The rest of the menu is reasonable too, with breakfasts starting from R66. For many regulars, the go-to is a poached egg on sourdough with veg and smashed avo or the Mediterranean sandwich. It’s filled with grilled aubergine, hummus, zaatar, tomatoes, and baby spinach and has been dubbed “the king of sandwiches” for R129. 

The R99 brunch special. Image: mischu

CROOKIES, CUBE CROISSANTS, CRUFFINS 

After brunch, it’s hard to ignore the pastry display stacked with almond croissants, crookies, peanut butter cruffins, and more. 

The standout is the cube-shaped croissant that comes in flavours like pistachio (the bestseller), raspberry, and chocolate and hazelnut. It’s a decadent way to end a slow breakfast, or something to take away later. 

The bakery reflects owner Mikhael Bou Rjeily’s Lebanese roots, which has both Middle Eastern and French culinary traditions. That’s why you’ll also find flatbreads and halva brownies (a Middle Eastern sweet made with tahini, sugar and spices). 

The bakery menu was shaped by French pastry consultant Serena Obadia. Image: mischu

THE BEST COFFEE IN CAPE TOWN

Most coffee shops in Cape Town would struggle to beat mischu’s streak: It’s won awards for the Best Cappuccino in South Africa, Best Cappuccino in Cape Town, and the Best Espresso in Cape Town. 

Most impressive of all is that it’s won Best Coffee in Cape Town not just once, but for three years in a row. 

It's the Isabella blend that has won mischu so many awards. It’s a 100% Arabica coffee with a pleasant acidity and a dark chocolate and roasted hazelnut aftertaste. Its special backstory makes mischu one of Cape Town’s most beloved coffee shops.

Many of mischu’s baristas have been there for years and have been upskilled and trained. Image: mischu

VISIT MISCHU THIS WEEKEND  

Mischu is open: Monday to Saturday, 6:45am to 5pm; Sunday & public holidays, 7:30am to 5:00pm
Find it: 85 Regent Road | Sea Point (Opposite the Spar)
Contact them on: 076 379 1693, mischu website, @mischucoffee
Buy online: Via the mischu website

By Khadeeja Adams

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