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Bars in Cape Town

Discover the best bars in Cape Town from rooftop venues and cocktail lounges to wine bars and live music spots. More Bars Near Me to find open bars nearby.

Rooftop Bars

Experience stunning views at these rooftop bars in Cape Town, perfect for sunset cocktails and city panoramas.

14Stories Rooftop Bar

Rooftop Bar • City Views • Cocktails
The drinks are great and reasonably priced, the view is breathtaking at this popular Cape Town rooftop spot.
23 Buitengracht St, Cape Town
Open: 12pm – Late
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Gigi Rooftop Restaurant & Bar

Rooftop • Restaurant • Cocktails
The rooftop has a great atmosphere, tasteful decor and friendly service with beautiful city views.
118 St Georges Mall, Cape Town
Open: 7:30am – Late
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RED Roof bar

Rooftop • Views • DJ
Super DJ and nonalcoholic cocktails, amazing view of the V&A Waterfront from this stylish rooftop bar.
Silo, 6 Silo Square, Cape Town
Open: 6am – Late
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Rough Diamond Rooftop Bar & Pool

Rooftop • Pool • Grill
Lovely atmosphere, soft music in the background with really beautiful views of Table Mountain.
117 Longmarket St, Cape Town
Open: 12pm – Late
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Cocktail Bars

Discover Cape Town’s finest cocktail bars featuring expert mixology and creative drink menus.

The Gin Bar

Cocktail Bar • Gin • R100-150
Great gin cocktails, modern atmosphere, super friendly staff and bartenders in the heart of Cape Town.
64A Wale St, Cape Town
Open: 3pm – Late
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Cause Effect Cocktail Kitchen

Cocktail Bar • RRR • Creative
Delicious cocktails, great DJ, great hosts, great design, great vibe at this popular Cape Town spot.
The Rocket Shed, 280 Dock Rd, Cape Town
Open: 9am – Late
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Orphanage Cocktail Emporium

Cocktail Bar • Hip • Sharing Plates
Hip spot for cocktails and sharing plates with unique atmosphere in the Cape Town city center.
Behind Truth Coffee, 36 Buitenkant St, Cape Town
Open: 7:30pm Fri – Late
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fable

Cocktail Bar • Creative • Music
Fantastic cocktails, extremely talented bartenders and great music at this trendy Cape Town cocktail bar.
Corner Bree & Wale St, Cape Town
Open: 4:30pm – Late
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Wine Bars

Explore Cape Town’s excellent wine bars featuring local and international selections in sophisticated settings.

Culture Wine Bar

Wine Bar • R500+ • Live Music
Cool wine bar with live music and a great selection of wines in the heart of Cape Town.
103 Bree St, Cape Town
Open: 12pm – Late
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Openwine

Wine Bar • RR • Ambiance
Absolutely incredible musicians, great ambiance, good wine selection in a cozy Cape Town setting.
72 Wale St, Cape Town
Open: 4pm – Late
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Publik Wine Bar

Wine Bar • RRR • Intimate
Dim lighting, intimate atmosphere – dark, sexy, and inviting wine bar experience in Cape Town.
11d Kloof Nek Rd, Cape Town
Open: 3pm – Late
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Leo’s Wine Bar

Wine Bar • Intimate • Friendly
Small and intimate, super friendly staff and brilliant service at this hidden Cape Town gem.
Shop 28, De Oude Schuur, 120 Bree St, Cape Town
Open: 5pm – Late
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Gin Bars

Specialized gin bars in Cape Town offering extensive gin selections and creative gin-based cocktails.

The Gin Bar

Gin Bar • Cocktails • R100-150
Great gin cocktails, modern atmosphere, super friendly staff and bartenders specializing in gin.
64A Wale St, Cape Town
Open: 3pm – Late
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Bascule Bar

Gin Bar • Whisky • Waterfront
Come here for top-tier service, atmosphere, and drinks including an extensive gin collection.
W Quay Rd, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Open: 12pm – Late
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Harringtons Cocktail Lounge

Cocktail Bar • Gin • RRR
Amazing venue, DJs, cocktails and all around a great time with excellent gin selections.
61B Harrington St, Cape Town
Open: 5pm – 4am
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The Tiki Tomb

Tiki Bar • Gin • R100-150
Real cozy spot, great lighting and atmosphere and the drinks are decent with gin specialties.
101 Bree St, Cape Town
Open: 3pm – Late
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Jazz Bars

Live jazz venues in Cape Town featuring talented musicians and intimate performance settings.

The Blue Room

Jazz Bar • R500-600 • Live Music
Incredible local jazz music and stunning musicians that host shows in this intimate Cape Town venue.
103 Bree St, Cape Town
Open: 6pm – Late
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The Athletic Club & Social

Jazz • RRR • Live DJ
Lively atmosphere shared drinks with friends, excellent service, live DJ and jazz performances.
35 Buitengracht St, Cape Town
Open: 12pm – Late
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The House of Machines

Bar • Live Music • Cocktails
Cozy little corner with epic music and the cocktails is worth every penny, featuring jazz nights.
84 Shortmarket St, Cape Town
Open: 9am – Late
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Hank’s Olde Irish

Bar • Live Music • Wine
A little pricey on wine but excellent live music and a great night featuring jazz performances.
110 Bree St, Cape Town
Open: 6pm – Late
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Sports Bars

Catch all the live sports action at these popular sports bars in Cape Town with big screens and great atmosphere.

The Fireman’s Arms

Sports Bar • R200-300 • Big Screens
The space, service, food and music are amazing at this sports-focused pub with big-screen TVs.
25 Buitengracht St & 25 Mechau St, Cape Town
Open: 12pm – Late
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THE BURROW

Sports Bar • Free Pool • Social
Free pool and free drinks for the night if you beat the owner at this casual Cape Town sports bar.
34 Loop St, Cape Town
Open: Daily
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Bob’s Bar Longstreet

Sports Bar • RR • Snooker
Great bar with house DJ and snooker game available on week days for sports viewing.
187 Long St, Cape Town
Open: 11am – 4am
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Clarke’s Bar & Dining Room

Bar • Burgers • Live Music
A mix of unique people and a relaxed laid back vibe with sports viewing and live music.
133 Bree St, Cape Town
Open: 8am – Late
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