Learn how to cook together, go wine and whisky tasting or watch a drag show

Tuck into dumplings and enjoy live DJs at this rebellious spot on Bree Street

Unbeatable views, waffle shack, local wines and beers + sushi at Milk on the Beach

The love locals have for Rick’s, now on Kloof, is deep and strong. Here’s why

Rock music, whiskey sours and old school army decor at Cargo on Kloof

Baked Shakespeare, comedy festival, moon-lit hike + Cape Town’s favourite sport fest

New, top + trendy spots and experiences, from fancy to most affordable

Ring in 2023 with an 80s night, Aztec-themed party or family concert

Plus there’s organic and fresh produce to buy, live music and wine in a can

Burgers, loaded boerie rolls and creamy soft serve – all plant-based

Decadent pastas, fried stewed beef balls, truffle lollipops and more at Scala

From Athlone to Kalk Bay, locals vouch for these spots

Look out for giant stacks of hay that make up Morale Coffee To Go

Not your ordinary steakhouse: Rare cuts of meat, brandy tastings + a deli

Sit indoors or out at this affordable eatery with great deals and 2 happy hours

Get ice-cream with waffle fries, tacos or pops at Two Scoops of Happiness

Artezian has a resident DJ for after-dinner parties + a hidden downstairs area

12 bars perfect for families, mates, couples or larger groups

Taste gumbo + beignets while playing a board game at Louise and Anna

Buy coffee beans, sit inside by the bar + order its Tokoloshe coffee 

Restaurant + bar with a space and meal for every moment of the day (plus see how they re-did the deck and pool)

Party until 4am on Fridays or pop in for bunny chow Wednesdays at SurfaRosa

This botanic themed bar is tucked down a little alleyway in Newlands

Boundary pushing Dusk's first dinner service will be on 1 September

Unwind at this unpretentious spot serving simple eats and wine by the glass

Teez @ 115 is the new lounge, exactly where Mzoli’s shisanyama used to be

Cocktails, pap and chakalaka, hip hop and loungey vibes at Café Noir

Tapas in a courtyard + join plate smashing events

Ouzeri is bringing vacay vibes with Cypriot-Greek cuisine and wine

Lamb curry, lamb rogan josh, tiger prawn curry, butter chicken are specialties

Simple South African street food classics like vetkoek and Stoney

40+ tequilas, lobster tacos, home-made tortillas and more Mexican classics

Cuban cigars, handcrafted beer and old-Western decor at Blix Tavern 

Try a local delicacy while looking over the Old Harbour in Hermanus