Rosebank, Cape Town · Since 2009

LIVE MUSIC.

REAL CONNECTION.

Live shows · Dinner · Quiz nights · Open mics · Live sport.

A second-generation family-run venue in Rosebank - a small room with a big heart and more than 16 years of keeping the arts alive.

SEE WHAT'S ON

FIND US

Mike Borgia (NYC) & Lonesome Dave Ferguson

The Robin Auld Trio

Tiana Amari Quartet

Sarah Blake & giuliette price

The CSNY Experience

“Travelling Light” a Tribute to Leonard Cohen

“Papa Hemingway” by David M. Morin

Nik Rabinowitz is “The Mountain Jew”

every night has a story

What's On

There’s always something happening at Alma. Every night has a story.

functions

YOUR NIGHT . YOUR WAY

Private dinners, celebrations, corporate events and special occasions.
In intimate space with plenty of character.

Karaoke
Parties

Quiz Night
Parties

Live Music
Functions

Birthday
Celebrations

ENQUIRE ABOUT YOUR EVENT

Retha, Richard, Jono - and the dog who runs the door.

our story

16+ Years of Keeping Live Music Alive

Alma Café is a second-generation, independently run family business and a much-loved home for live music, arts and community in Rosebank, Cape Town.

The Tait family took ownership of the historic building in 2004, and in 2009 Richard and Retha Tait brought together their passion for hospitality and live music to create the Alma Café we know today.

For more than 16 years, Alma has remained committed to creating a space where artists and audiences can connect in an intimate, welcoming setting.

Through music, food, culture and community, we believe that keeping live music alive is a community service.

Today, that spirit continues with live shows, intimate dinners, quiz nights, open mic sessions, live sport and special events.

Small room. Big nights. A Cape Town institution - and still keeping live music alive.

★★★★★ 4.6 out of 5 · 454 Google reviews

Don't take our word for it!

Real words from the people who have experienced Alma.

    
 
 
         
   Fred Metcalf 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent Frankie Fenner cheeseburger  before a Tribute to the legendary Piet Botha featuring Akkedis (The Lyzyrd Kings) and Jake Gunn (Jackhammer).
  
 
        
   Edrich Joubert 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience every time!
  
 
        
   French Bulldog 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jono! This is(yes i am sitting here right now) absolutely amazing. Your special meal for me to accomodate a T1D just blew me away. The meal was amazing, the service is great, the drinks list is lekker. Looking forward to the Dirty Skirts!
  
 
        
   Claire Thewlis 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lovely evening watching Steve Newman.
  
 
        
   Jordan Paulo 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Live music here is well worth it. Owner is great and as a plumber here, i can confirm the cleanliness of their kitchen
  
 
        
   Tom 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great vibe
  
 
  
 
  
 
   Google rating score: 4.6 of 5, based on 454 reviews