A look at the top Mother City spots to enjoy dinner and a show

The Mother City’s finest stand-up comedy clubs and venues

Discover local and celebrity comedians, enjoy good food and share the experience at Cape Town Comedy Club in the Waterfront’s Pumphouse

Tickets are now on sale for shows starting 16 October 2019

Plus: Win an exclusive tasting experience with the Platter's publisher and us as you discover SA's 2019 five star wines for all varietals

Kick-start your Monday with our collection of events and specials for couples, singles and the whole family

A monthly sneak peek into the lavish things to do and luxury lifestyle of the Mother City’s elite visitors

Everyone is wondering: What is the Dark Horse in Kloof Street?

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

Emmy and SAFTA nominated: Roaring 20s to vintage Hollywood, biblical to post-apocalyptic flicks and TV series looks for your next themed party

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

Date ideas, cool parties, chilling movies, and a ghost-walk that's fun for kids

The speakeasy-style home of experimental elixirs and rhythmic melodies

The crossroads: where South African creativity, culture and kos meet

Making your way to a dress-up party, Halloween hoedown or masquerade ball? Browse our list of costume hire companies to find the perfect party look!

A trendy township that’s well worth a visit… or two

Sophisticated yet simple, HQ also has daily live music and offers function hire

Sit down, relax, and have a good time at this lavish venue

A round-up of theatres in the Mother City worth paying a visit

Now open: New club Wonderland on Buitenkant Street

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

A selection of great clubs, bars and restaurants where you can listen to live jazz

With 42 artisanal street food and retail vendors, affordable prices and free live music on weekends and public holidays, the V&A Food Market is breaking new ground at the Old Power Station

Geek is the new chic: where to find a Cape Town pub quiz Last Update: 26 June 2017

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

This music festival is about more than The Cure! Besides music there’s also gourmet food trucks, a beer garden and rock n roll  

Do you like carousel horses? Pay Beefcakes a visit and you’ll find out why I asked.

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

  TAU has hidden rooms everywhere, each with its own bar, where you can sip MCC. Or grab the nook behind the DJ booth so you can enjoy the best in local and international electronic music in sophisticated style

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!

 It’s home to the ultimate trio: live music, creative cocktails and tapas

'A little bit of magic'

With fresh new food concepts and an innovative location, the V&A Food Market is the perfect place to test your food concept and entrepreneurial skills.

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

Our guide to the must-tries of the Mother City’s mixology scene

Watch the history of Cape Town unfold through the magic of theatre, Rockwell Theatre presents Kaapse Stories

Everyone’s a VIP at this lavish new night spot in the city  

As if you needed any

"I think this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship" (Re-opening on 103 Kloof St in April 2020)

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