Exciting new restaurants, coffee shops, bars, clubs, markets, venues and hot spots to discover and explore. PLUS: Support a friend's business

Set on the edges of a sparkling blue tidal pool and ocean, Ficks will serve pintxos and wine

A “funky 70s spaceship wine bar meets contemporary tapas eatery”

Chill and feast on a busy Nyanga street

Kong, the city’s hottest new bar and grill in De Waterkant

And not just any bubbly. A bottle of Moët all to yourself (or to share, if you’re feeling generous) and a plate of Cape Town’s finest sushi  

A local and lekker social hub in Obs

Dog-friendly beer, Belgian-inspired beer and a 1961 copper brewhouse

17 Things to (re)discover on one of Cape Town most-visited streets

Afrolife & Pitso’s Kitchen is a home away from home

Did you know the guys behind The Theatre of Dreams run these restaurants in Cape Town?  

What’s behind the secret door on Loop?

Let the good times roll (and the dice decide your drink) at this Long Street bar and eatery

All-new and upmarket: This entrepreneur built the mega The Milk Restaurant & Bar next to Rands from the humblest of beginnings

A three-hour daily happy hour, thin-crust pizza, good music, ice-cold beer, authentic Mexican tequila, scrumptious grub and good vibes galore

Cosy enough for romantic dates, but equally well-paired to group gatherings, this three-storey bar and restaurant is pure opulence!

 Conveniently located in the bustling hub of the CBD in Bree Street, VIXI Social House offers an all-day dining Mediterranean menu

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

Bonus: being social is easier on your pocket right now  

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

Dress up,  grab your mates and head off to 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

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  

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

How to get the list, plus the glamour, decadence and luxury of yesteryear at a hush-hush speakeasy in the city

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

Out and about in the bay

From chilled pub vibes to intense stadium experiences

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

The speakeasy-style home of experimental elixirs and rhythmic melodies

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

DO NOTE:  RAFIKI'S HAS OFFICIALLY CLOSED ITS DOORS

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

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

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