Cape Town
This convivial, heritage-listed pub, which is affectionately known as 'Persies' and has been around since 1808, was once Cecil Rhodes’ local. There are…
Cape Town
This convivial, heritage-listed pub, which is affectionately known as 'Persies' and has been around since 1808, was once Cecil Rhodes’ local. There are…
Cape Town
Cerveza-quaffing and tapas-munching crowds spill out from this spacious and authentically Spanish-looking bar all days of the week.
Cape Town
The pioneer and stalwart of the De Waterkant's gay scene remains a highly popular bar and restaurant, not least for its wrap-around deck which provides a…
Cape Town
Take a moment to gather your thoughts and enjoy a well-made coffee at this cool cafe and showroom for furniture- and lighting-designers Pedersen & Lennard…
Cape Town
Apart from great coffee, the traditional bagels are pretty awesome too. They train baristas here and you can book online for their courses – a three-hour…
Cape Town
These artisan coffee guys specialise in blends, including an organic one and a full-flavour decaf. It's handy if you're browsing the galleries in the area…
Cape Town
This fun gay-friendly bar and dance venue, up a floor from the street, has a devoted crowd of young boys and girls who are always ready to bop to the DJ’s…
Cape Town
Cover charges vary at this new LGBT friendly dance venue on the far southern edge of De Waterkant.
Cape Town
You'll either love or loathe the London Underground theme here, which stretches to huge screens playing Central Line videos and even train memorabilia in…
Sea Point to Hout Bay
The old La Vie is popular for cocktails and pizzas (R100) within sight of the Sea Point Promenade. Tables on the front terrace are hot property. It's…
Cape Town
Camp and Afrikaans cultures collide at the 'Pink Banana' parties, which have replaced the erstwhile Gat Parties as the gatherings where local gays and…
Cape Town
If you're looking for a late-night party and dance spot in the Southern Suburbs, with a young, up-for-it crowd, Zhivago (the old Tiger Tiger) is the place…
Cape Town
Inspirational sayings in bold, graphic, white-on-black lettering cover the wall at this cute cafe that is the original in what is now a small chain. You…
Cape Town
This cheesy but hugely popular ‘theatrical diner’ gets packed with groups who come to enjoy their tagines (R160-180) and other dishes while listening to…
Cape Town
This neighbourhood cafe nestled in the heart of historic Harfield Village attracts the area's young professionals, freelancers, joggers, dog walkers and…
Cape Town
Woodstock's creative hub developments wouldn't be complete without an on-site artisan coffee roaster and cafe, and the Woodstock Foundary is no exception…
Cape Town
This legendary 40-year-old Cape Flats dance venue is where you can get down to R&B, hip hop and live bands with a black and coloured crowd. Cover charges…
Cape Town
Unfiltered acts as an unofficial taproom for two local craft beer brands, Rosebank Brewing Company and Saggy Stone. There are eight beers on tap, plus gin…
Cape Town
The Turkish theme at Byblos stretches to every corner of the cafe, from the decor, cutlery and crockery to the sweet treats and of course the inclusion of…
Cape Town
Part convivial cafe, part social enterprise, I Love Coffee trains young deaf people to become baristas and chefs. As well as coffee, there's a small…
Cape Town
A locals' favourite watering hole, with a series of cosy rooms hung with an eye-catching assortment of items in ye-olde-country-pub style. It’s also an…
Cape Town
Pronounced ‘ashoka’, a Zen-mellow vibe pervades this groovy Asian restaurant-bar with a tree growing in the middle of it. Live jazz is a regular feature…
Cape Town
There's craft beer on tap, wood-fired pizzas and live music every Wednesday from around 8pm and sometimes on the weekends (check their Facebook page) at…
Cape Town
The latest glam incarnation for this perpetually name-changing venue. They promise a crowd of beautiful people, so check your looks in the mirror before…
Cape Town
This local watering hole, set in a century-old house with a pretty courtyard, is a pleasant place for a drink after exploring Chelsea Village (as Wynberg…
Cape Town
Wall-sized prints of black-and-white photos of old Woodstock provide some visual relief at this white box cafe-bar. There are pretty good pizzas to go…
Cape Town
If you're looking for a way to spend a rainy afternoon, grab a coffee and settle down to play one of dozens of board games on offer at Big Box. Sandwiches…
Cape Town
Occupying part of the Prestwich Memorial building, this branch of the steampunk coffee roasters is a popular place for coffee, breakfast and lunch, and…
Cape Town
Ponder the legend of Van Hunks, who challenged the devil to a smoking match atop the peak that can be seen from this bar and restaurant's deck. It’s a…
Cape Town
Taking its name from the lofty storey it occupies, this glitzy club with white leather sofas to lounge on provides stunning views of the city should you…
Cape Town
A pioneer of the artisan coffee scene, Deluxe is a tiny cafe with what looks like a giant kit model for a Vespa hanging on the wall. It's a popular…
Cape Town
This charming kosher cafe is one of the projects for the Astra Centre, which provides sheltered employment for Jewish people with special needs.
Cape Town
This coffee roasters and cafe has several branches around town including this handily located one on Long St.
Cape Town
This cafe branch of the Woodstock-based coffee roasters is set up within a showroom for BMW motorbikes.