From contemporary creations to speakeasy sensations, Cape Town has it all.
Cape Town houses numerous beautiful cocktails bars within its nooks and crannies. We’ve selected a handful of our favourite spots. While each is utterly unique, they all offer delightfully delicate and delicious cocktails to suit the preferences of even the most delicate of palates.
THE ATHLETIC CLUB & SOCIAL
Once a heritage building, this reinvented space has intriguing décor and a sophisticated ambiance. Enjoy live music in the mysterious & moody basement bar, head upstairs to the vintage styled private rooms, furnished with plush leather sofas and velvet drapes, or enjoy a decadent cocktail on their outdoor upper deck.
021 012 5331
35 Buitengracht Street
THE ART OF DUPLICITY
A spectacularly fun speakeasy establishment with live jazz on weekends, this hidden bar is the perfect date night den. Expect their unorthodox cocktails to come at a price, but well worth the experience.
Book your experience on their website now.
THE BOTANICAL BAR
This new addition to Cape Town creates things with local botanicals including bitters, shrubs, aperitifs, cocktails and food. The cocktails pay tribute to the Western Cape landscape in both name and ingredient.
021 823 9739
160 Longmarket Street
CAUSE | EFFECT
A trendy cocktail kitchen and brandy bar in Gardens, serving incredibly creative cocktails and delightful dishes. Great for groups or casual afternoon drinks.
021 422 0266
2 Park Road
THE DARK HORSE
Bright, eclectic ornaments meet plush, vintage furniture to create a comfortable and intriguing space. The downstairs bar area offers plush sofas and a darkened, upbeat lounge, juxtaposed against the beautiful and bright outdoor benches upstairs which look up towards Table Mountain. A lovely array of cocktails and a mean Espresso Martini.
021 422 0825
145 Kloof Street
Harringtons Cocktail Lounge
Cosy and casual, this upmarket cocktail bar is contemporary and cool, perfect for those looking for a bit of a late night party.
021 461 2276
61B Harrington Street, Zonnebloem
TJING TJING BAR
Nestled upstairs in the attic of a 200-year old house, this spot is great for trendy late-night cocktails and snacks on leather seats surrounded by Chinese lanterns.
021 422 4374
info@tjingtjing.co.za
165 Longmarket Street
THE WILLASTON BAR
Contemporary interiors meet industrial design. Stunning views through the high pillowed glass windows. The Willaston Bar now offers a unique cocktail tasting experiencing showcasing the very best of theatrical cocktail craftmanship.
The Silo Hotel, Silo Square, V&A Waterfront
