Dress up and grab your mates and head and party at clubs, nightclubs, pubs, bars and live music venues in Cape Town and surrounds

A roundup of awesome and quirky after-dark activities in Cape Town

Coming soon: Sublime cocktails and cuisine at Macau Asian taverna in the Victorian building where Savoy Cabbage used to be

Exciting new restaurants, coffee shops, bars, clubs, markets, venues and hot spots to discover and explore. PLUS: Watch these unique local concept tours

Funky 70s spaceship wine bar meets contemporary tapas eatery

Unfortunately, Outrage of Modesty is now closed (October 2018). But stay tuned and we will update you as soon as there is something new in its place.

Views to-die-for and delicious drinks are a given. These rooftop bars have a little something extra to offer.

Unbelievably cool midweek Winelands dinners, breakfast that magically disappears off your bill and more winter deals you don’t want to miss  

Headquarters, as the sign reads at the entrance of the history-filled Heritage Square, is sophisticated yet simple

Get a picturesque view of Cape Town from this exclusive rooftop bar and terrace

La Parada Bree Street and Constantia Nek have expanded its repertoire and started serving breakfast too.

Publik Wine Bar has moved to a new standalone spot with a focus on unusual and interesting wines, paired with charcuterie, cheeses and other bar snacks

It’s not every day you find a pet-friendly hotel that looks like an art gallery and operates on wireless streaming in the heart of Cape Town  

Insta-fab weddings, Saturday sports games, a rare mural and so much live music – every cool and unique experience to unlock at this Diep River brewery

Oh, and cocktails and garlic ribs – do we need to say any more?

Get a taste of the Western Cape landscape at this hot new spot

Find all the city’s unique sports bars and restaurants that are geared to get you into sports mode and enjoy lively and exciting soccer matches

Out and about in the bay

Temporarily closed: Sitting above 20 storeys the lounges are exciting additions to the Cape Town array of bars

Two friends, seven-hour lamb and a hammer to crack the salty fish crust. Here’s why we’re intrigued by this new place in the familiar old Rafiki’s spot on Kloof Nek

With intimate cocktail and banquet options, no restrictions on sound or decor and incredible harbour views, it’s easy to see why the Crous Bar is one of the coolest venues for hire

The Power and the Glory; nights on Kloofnek will never be the same

Expect never-ending 360-degree views of the Mother City from this inner city hotspot’s sun deck

DO NOTE:  RAFIKI'S HAS OFFICIALLY CLOSED ITS DOORS

Whether you are looking a yummy meal during your lunch break or an after-hours pizza with a friend, Arcade Cafe has you covered.  

A hidden door, a new secret restaurant with Latin-style aperitivo snacks and cocktails, easy food and select cuts of meat by the Argentinean chef you just might recognise – here’s why we think you’ll love Picadas, our latest discovery

Come for drinks, stay for dinner… or the DJ on select nights. But just come!

This soulful De Waterkant haunt is home to the ultimate trio: live music, creative cocktails and tapas

A restaurant raised on rock ‘n roll. Expect good times and pin-up pizzas all week and free birthday-party venue and live music for 150 people on Monday nights

The funky Long Street bar that’s home to one of the biggest mixes of beers on the continent

The recently upgraded restaurant and bar in a converted Victorian is a place to put up your feet and relax

The speakeasy-style home of experimental elixirs and rhythmic melodies

As if you needed any

"I think this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship"

Comfort food + cosy atmosphere = complete peace of mind

Craft beer and craft burgers go hand-in-hand at this new burger joint in Cape Town’s CBD

Be prepared to be treated to sea views and scrumptious food at this new restaurant

Welcome the fresh, alternative live music hotspot on Kloof Street!

Make a night of it at this vibrant Observatory pub centred on global mixing and mingling

Mojo Market, the trendy new addition to Regent Street in Sea Point

Exquisite cocktails and extraordinary views at the Mother City’s hottest new bar

Come shisa nyama at this chilled-out Sea Point braai spot 

Laid-back and lovely, relax and feel at home at Camps Bay’s oldest pub.

Edgy neighbourhood bar opens in Cape Town

Long Street’s newest bar with a beach vibe

Stunning balcony bar in the Mother City

A trendy sky bar and lounge in the Mother City

An eclectic new beach-side haunt serving ice cold beers and tantalising pub grub

The easy, breezy oceanfront institution that’s so much more than just a summer Sunday sundowner spot

Take your senses on an enchanting journey through international cuisine and cocktails at Asoka