Café 1865

Café · Café & brunch

No dishes marked gluten free10 can be made gluten free on request

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Winter Menu

Pinza (smaller size) available Monday–Thursday. Wood-fired items freshly baked to order from 9:30 (subject to oven temperature). Some breakfast items available Monday–Thursday only, as printed.

Crepes

  • Smoked Salmon Trout Crepe

    Our signature cured salmon trout, greens and house-made spicy mayo

    Can be made free of glutenLikely eggLikely fish

  • Chicken Caesar Crepe

    Chicken, house-made Caesar sauce and greens

    Can be made free of glutenLikely eggLikely fish

  • Extra Plain Crepes with ButterR25

    Extra plain crepes with butter (2 pieces)

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Bacon and Feta Crepe

    Streaky bacon, feta, rocket, house-made honey-mustard sauce

    Can be made free of glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Bacon, Mozzarella and Maple Crepe

    Streaky bacon, mozzarella, maple syrup, nuts

    Can be made free of glutenLikely dairyLikely nutsLikely egg

  • Bacon and Cheddar Crepe

    Tomato jam, streaky bacon, smoked cheddar

    Can be made free of glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Roast Pork Crepe

    Wood-fired roasted pork, salad mix, house-made honey-mustard sauce

    Can be made free of glutenLikely egg

  • Ham and Egg Crepe

    Gipsy ham, scrambled eggs, sun dried tomatoes

    Can be made free of glutenLikely egg

  • Chicken and Cheddar Crepe

    Chicken, spicy mayo, smoked cheddar, rocket

    Can be made free of glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Creamy Mushroom Crepe

    Mushrooms gently stewed in fresh cream

    Can be made free of glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

Breakfast

  • Brioche French Toast

    Brioche French Toast drenched in coconut milk

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Shakshuka

    A vibrant Turkish dish gently cooked in a rich sauce of tomatoes, vegetables, and warm spices. Served with sourdough or brioche bread.

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Baked Omelette

    An Italian-style baked omelette - thicker, gently cooked, with the filling just the way you like it.

    Likely egg

  • Potato and Cheddar Waffle Benedict

    Our signature potato & cheddar waffles topped with your choice of garnish, poached free-range eggs, finished with our house-made truffle…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Nourishing Breakfast

    Nourishing breakfast as a point of your reality: eggs, crispy streaky bacon, Babylonstoren boerewors, mushrooms and potato & cheddar…

    Can be made free of glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Two Eggs, Bacon and Roasted Tomatoes

    Two free-range eggs of choice, bacon and roasted tomatoes with sourdough bread

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Avocado, Pesto and Egg on Sourdough

    Avocado, basil pesto and free-range eggs mixed with house-made mayo on sourdough bread

    Likely glutenLikely nutsLikely egg

  • Avocado and Caramelised Onion on Sourdough

    Avocado and caramelized onions drizzled with balsamic cream on sourdough bread

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

Mains

  • Buckwheat Noodles

    Buckwheat noodles, wok-seared vegetables, house-made teriyaki sauce, drizzled with sweet chilli sauce. Available in two options.

    Likely soy

  • Karoo Lamb Patties

    House-crafted lamb patties (200g free-range aged Karoo lamb) served with silky potato mash and tomato herb sauce. A distinctive Eastern…

  • Baked Feta on Potato Waffles

    Warm oven-baked feta served on potato waffles with fresh seasonal elements, toasted walnuts, and a delicate balance of sweet and savoury…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nutsLikely egg

  • Russian Salad

    1865-style take on the beloved Russian classic - tender potatoes, wood smoked chicken, egg, sweet peas and our house fermented cucumber…

    Likely dairyLikely egg

  • Smoked Salmon Trout Fish Cakes

    Our signature smoked salmon trout fish cakes from an original recipe - oven baked, crispy outside, irresistibly soft inside. Served with…

    Likely glutenLikely fish

Pinza

  • Butter Chicken Pinza

    Tomato sauce, butter chicken, pear chutney, Mozzarella

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Tomato, Mozzarella and Basil Pinza

    Tomato sauce, Mozzarella, herbs, EVO oil, basil

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Biltong and Fig Pinza

    Biltong, fig preserve, Mozzarella, Feta, EVO oil

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Four Cheese Truffle Pinza

    Mozzarella, Cheddar, Gorgonzola, Pecorino, fresh cream sauce, wild rocket, truffle oil

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Chicken and Bacon Pinza

    Mozzarella, spicy mayo, chicken, bacon cubes, orange, wild rocket

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Pesto Chicken Pinza

    Fresh cream sauce, chicken, house-made pesto, Mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, Feta, basil

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

  • Chorizo and Mushroom Pinza

    Tomato and fresh cream sauce, Mozzarella, chorizo, bacon, mushrooms, pecorino, balsamic sauce

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Slow-Roasted Pork Pinza

    Slow-roasted pork, house-made mustard sauce, caramelized onion, pear, Mozzarella

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Pepperoni Pinza

    Tomato sauce, Mozzarella, Pepperoni, Pecorino, herbs, EVO oil, basil

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Chorizo Chimichurri Pinza

    Tomato sauce, chorizo, peppadews, chili crisp, Mozzarella, house-made Chimichurri, Pecorino, fresh coriander

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Bacon and Mushroom Pinza

    Tomato sauce, Mozzarella, bacon cubes, mushrooms, peppadews, red onion

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Avocado Pesto Pinza

    Tomato jam, avocado, Mozzarella, herbs, wild rocket, house-made Pesto sauce, EVO oil, basil

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

  • Spinach and Feta Pinza

    Tomato sauce, spinach, Kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, red onion, Feta, Mozzarella, EVO oil

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Brinjal Pinza

    Bursting with tomato sauce, brinjal, sweet peppers, capers, Kalamata olives, EVO oil and basil – a cheese-free symphony of flavors

    Likely gluten

Dessert

  • Strawberry or Cherry Coulis Crepes

    Eastern European crepes with House-made Strawberry or Cherry Coulis

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Traditional Crepes

    Eastern European crepes with traditional twist

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • White Chocolate and Pistachio Crepes

    Eastern European crepes with White Chocolate sauce and Pistachios

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nutsLikely egg

  • Vanilla Ice Cream with Espresso

    Vanilla ice cream drenched in rich Espresso

    Likely dairy

Burgers

  • Unique Burger

    Juicy 150g aged free-range Karoo Beef and Cheddar wrapped in Streaky Bacon with caramelized Pineapple and Rocket

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Gourmet Burger

    Juicy 150g organic Karoo Venison, Cheddar, Mushrooms and Rocket, our signature Black Currant sauce

    Likely dairy

  • Signature Chicken Burger

    150g free range Chicken Schnitzel, Guacamole, Peppadews, Mozzarella, Lettuce, House-made Spicy Mayo

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

Smoothie Bowls

  • Hearty Mango Spinach Smoothie Bowl

    A hearty smoothie bowl with mango, baby spinach, oats, chia seeds, seasonal fruits, and coconut flakes to brighten your day

  • Hearty Mango Banana Smoothie Bowl

    A hearty smoothie bowl with mango, banana, baby spinach, teff, chia seeds, seasonal fruits, and coconut flakes to energize your morning

  • Coconut and Chocolate Granola Bowl

    Our signature coconut and chocolate granola served with creamy yogurt and house-made berry compote

    Likely dairy

Wood-fired Bread

  • Pancetta, Cucumber and Dill Sandwich

    Babylonstoren pancetta, cucumber, dill, Dijon mustard, house-made mayo, EVO oil

    Likely egg

  • Saucisson, Mozzarella and Pesto Sandwich

    Babylonstoren saucisson, mozzarella, tomatoes, house-made basil pesto, red onion, honey, EVO oil

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

  • Prime Ham, Pear and Gorgonzola Sandwich

    Prime ham, caramelized pear, gorgonzola, rocket, nuts, EVO oil

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

  • Mushroom and Truffle Sandwich

    Mushrooms, caramelized onion, pecorino, rocket, truffle oil, house-made white wine sauce, EVO oil

    Likely dairy

Soups

  • Traditional Beetroot Soup

    Traditional Eastern European beet soup made with beef, served with garlic yoghurt and brioche.

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Butternut-Inspired Cream Soup

    Our signature take on a butternut-inspired cream soup. Roasted vegetables, coconut cream, and peanut, finished with a velvety texture and a…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

The menu’s own key: (V) - Vegetarian · (V+) - Vegan

What the menu saysGluten free (V+) is printed only against the GOLD (turmeric) crepe batter option. No venue-wide coeliac or cross-contact statement was found.
  • Gluten free (V+) is printed only against the GOLD (turmeric) crepe batter option. No venue-wide coeliac or cross-contact statement was found.
  • Kindly inform your server of any allergies. We use only free-range eggs and meat.

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Café

Facts

FactDetail
Address57 Lourensford Road, 7130
AreaCape Town
KindCafé · Café & brunch
Phone+27 72 702 0985
Websitecafe1865.co.za
Menu read10 Nov 2026 from cafe1865.co.za
Hours
  • Monday8am–2pm
  • Tuesday8am–5pm
  • Wednesday8am–5pm
  • Thursday8am–5pm
  • Friday8am–5pm
  • Saturday8am–5pm
  • Sunday8am–2pm
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What diners say

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Ratings are diners’ own experience. They don’t make a dish safe; neither do we.

Where this comes from

Allergen answers come from the menu’s labels first, then the listed ingredients, then a model’s judgement checked when unsure. How allergen status is decided.

Questions about Café 1865

Does Café 1865 have gluten-free options?

No dish is marked gluten free as served, and 10 more can be made gluten free on request, from the menu read 10 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is Café 1865 coeliac friendly?

The venue notes: “Gluten free (V+) is printed only against the GOLD (turmeric) crepe batter option.”. Eatcrush reads each venue’s own menu and says where every answer came from. It never calls a dish safe: kitchens share fryers, boards and flour, and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff before you order.

What can be made gluten free at Café 1865?

Smoked Salmon Trout Crepe (Choose gluten free (V+) crepe base); Chicken Caesar Crepe (Choose gluten free (V+) crepe base); Bacon and Feta Crepe (Choose gluten free (V+) crepe base); Bacon, Mozzarella and Maple Crepe (Choose gluten free (V+) crepe base); Bacon and Cheddar Crepe (Choose gluten free (V+) crepe base); Roast Pork Crepe (Choose gluten free (V+) crepe base).

When is Café 1865 open?

Monday: 8am–2pm. Tuesday: 8am–5pm. Wednesday: 8am–5pm. Thursday: 8am–5pm. Friday: 8am–5pm. Saturday: 8am–5pm. Sunday: 8am–2pm. Hours can change on public holidays; check with the venue.

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