Pubs, dance venues, theatres, casinos, jazz clubs, you name it, Cape Town has it.

Clubs and Bars
Opium - Boasts some of the finest funk, deep house and Old Skool DJ’s in town. The main entrance features a large, open dance area and lengthy bar with subdued red lighting along the front. Opium is open Wednesdays to Saturdays from 9:00pm to 4:00am. There is no cover charge on Wednesdays or Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays it’s R40, Sundays R30 and R50 for special events. No u/23 are allowed and patrons are expected to dress smart casual.
Opium, 6 Dixon Street, de Waterkant, Cape Town.
Tel: 021 461 8701

The Bang Bang Club – Borne out of a deep love for music amongst four strong names in the music and nightlife industry in SA. Shaun Duvet, SoulCandi Music, Garan Reck and Federico Scarpecci make up the team opening this exciting new venue. Dress code’s smart casual; make an effort and door policy will be strictly over 23 for men and women. Doors open at 21h00. Members pay R40 and non members R60.
The Bang Bang Club, 70 Loop Street, Cape Town.
Tel: 021 426 2011

FTV Fashion Bar - The name says it all. Expect high heels, beautiful girls and smartly dressed guys...and of course...plenty of red bull.

114 Hout Street, Cape Town.

Tel: +27 (0)21 426 6000

The Assembly - fast becoming the place for Cape Town's underground music scene. Find the night that best suits you and dive in.

61 Harrington Street, District 6, Cape Town.

Tel: +27 (0)21 426 4552

Fiction DJ Bar and Lounge - Every young Capetonian's regular music haunt, Fiction has proven itself to be a fun night out weekend on weekend.

226 Long Street, Cape Town.

Tel: +27 (0)21 424 5709

Velvet - Undeniably chic and unapologetically grown up. This is Velvet. Here, exceptional music, lavish interiors, plush lounge spaces and decadent bars are expertly blended for your pleasure.
160 Bree Street, Cape Town.

Long Street - Long Street is quite a popular vaunt for eating, drinking and dancing. It’s known as Cape Town’s night life capital.

Chrome - Local and international fans have branded Chrome as the hotspot of the mother city, a venue that constantly sets new trends in the nightlife industry. Incredible party tunes, featuring R&B, Hip-hop, House, Electro and Uplifting house played by Cape Town's best jocks.
Chrome, 6 Pepper Street, Cape Town.
Tel: 083 700 6078/9

Dharma - Asoka Son of Dharma offers you a sophisticated lounge, bar. The contemporary interior offers you comfort and a warm, social atmosphere. Ambient lighting and many design features treat the eye to a real sensory experience. Cocktails are mouth wateringly delicious and food is served.
68 Kloof Street, Cape Town
Tel: 021 422-0909

Marvel - Everyone is chilled and out to have a good time. Dress for comfort in a spot where everyone’s chilled and out to have a good time. The cover charge is only R10 and the DJs play to the crowd. A steady set of R&B and hip hop keeps the beat until the doors close at 4am.
Long Street, Cape Town.

Touch of Madness - The Free House where time stood still. Beautiful decor, regally elegant and rich. Fully stocked pub, with a whiskey selection the Isles would be proud of. The cuisine as wonderful as the ambience. Music from a bygone era. A perfect place to relax and enjoy a late night cap. Open from: 12h00 Mon - Sat 19h00.
12 Nuttall Road, Observatory.
Tel: 021 448 2266

Long Street Café - The Café is home from home for many locals whether they are enjoying a leisurely breakfast, business lunch, or one of the many exotic cocktails on offer including the popular Long Street Iced Tea. Monday - Saturday: 09:30 - 01:00 and closed on Sundays. Average cost of meal is R50.
259 Long Street, Cape Town.
Tel: 021 424 2464

Tiger Tiger – this club has become Cape Town's favourite gathering spot for all party enthusiasts and has also become well known outside the city as the place to go on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Tiger Tiger is a place where you can strut your stuff on the dance floor, and sip on an Amstel, or Spin for the ladies.
Main road, Stadium on main, Claremont.
Tel: 021 683 2220

Jade - a funky lounge and drinks venue that plays groovy music.
39 Main road, Green Point.
021 426 2441
Buena Vista - provides traditional Caribbean cuisine. The Cuban feel is unmistakable from the moment you climb the somewhat shabby staircase with its faded paintwork. Average meal per person is R65 – R85.
81 Main Road, 1st Floor Exhibition House, Greenpoint.
Tel: 021 433 0611

Gay and Lesbian

The Bronx - The Cape Town gay scenes long time love, the Bronx is a must for late night liberals.
35 Somerset Road, Green Point, Cape Town.
Tel: +27 (0)21 419 9216

Beulah Bar - Beulah is a stylish Bohemian lounge bar. Clientele leans to ladies but most nights bring a healthy mix of boys and girls.
28-30 Somerset Road (on the corner of Cobern Street) Green Point, Cape Town.

Tel: +27 (0)21 421 6798

The Loft - The Loft is a hip and happenin' gay lounge bar in trendy De Waterkant.
24 Napier Street, De Waterkant, Cape Town.
Tel: +27 (0)21 425 2637

Friendly Society – It’s a vibe cocktail bar; clad with plasma screens to catch popular sporting matches. The overall nightlife ambiance mixes flavours, aromas, colours, textures, forms and sounds of both European and Latin cultures to create the ultimate "Mestizo" experience.
Friendly Society and Salsa Restaurant, De Waterkant, Cape Town.
Tel: 021 421 1106