The Art of Italian Coffee Culture Comes Alive at Lello’s Caffè Espresso Bar in Cape Town

Lello’s Caffè Espresso Bar is a contemporary espresso bar in the heart of De Waterkant, Cape Town. It is the latest venture of the Turilli family, who own Lello’s Deli. Led by the talented siblings Chiara and Danillo Turilli, Lello’s Caffè pays tribute to their storied heritage and their late grandfather, Rafaello Turilli. Rafaello’s passion for the culinary arts gave birth to a legacy that continues to thrive in the form of Lello’s Deli, Scarpetta, and now the Lello’s Caffè Espresso Bar.

Authentic Italian coffee experience

Lello’s Caffè offers a taste of authentic Italian coffee culture. Guests are treated to a traditional Italian coffee experience, meticulously crafted using a house blend of deep, golden, dark-roasted beans with delightful hazelnut undertones. Each coffee at Lello’s is prepared using a single shot, exemplifying the principles of simplicity and precision. Served in delicate glass espresso tumblers at a comfortable temperature of around 60 degrees, the coffee delivers an exceptional experience.

Italian-inspired menu

The menu at Lello’s Caffè has been thoughtfully curated to reflect the Italian way of life. The menu features classic espresso-based beverages like macchiato and Americano. The café is famous for its schiacciata paninis, made with a 48-hour fermented Italian focaccia-like bread from Florence. These paninis boast a generous filling of Italian ingredients such as slow-cooked pork, mortadella from Bologna, fior di latte (fresh mozzarella), and truffle-infused caprese with charred artichokes.

For those with a sweet tooth, Lello’s offers scrumptious cornetti filled with rich pistachio crema. One can also indulge in a slice of Mama Turilli’s apple cake, a delightful concoction laden with fresh apples and cinnamon sugar.

A slice of Italy in Cape Town

Stepping into Lello’s Caffè is akin to immersing oneself in the warm embrace of Italy’s rich coffee heritage. The Turilli family’s culinary prowess brings the essence of Italian culture to the heart of Cape Town, offering a slice of tradition and authenticity to locals and visitors alike.

Visit Lello’s Caffè Espresso Bar

Lello’s Caffè Espresso Bar can be found at Bastille Maison Mara, 5 Jarvis Street, in the De Waterkant neighborhood of Cape Town. They’re open Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 5pm and Saturday from 8:30am to 4pm. To learn more about Lello’s Caffè and their offerings, visit their Instagram page @lellosdeli or contact them at [email protected]