What started out in 1994 as a small concert venue is now one of the most happening entertainment centers in Johannesburg, hosting many of South Africa's jazz legends. In 2003, Bassline was remodeled and renovated and now it can captivate nearly 1000 music fans with top-of-the-range acoustics. It has hosted over 3000 concerts of local and international music artists in the past. Apart from concerts, Bassline can also be rented for corporate functions and rehearsals. For complete details, call ahead or check the website.
Dating back to 1901, Kitcheners is one of the oldest bars in the city. What makes this place popular among locals and tourists alike is its well preserved charming old decor, scrumptious food and foot tapping music. Kitcheners offers a typical pub fare and their delicious Prego rolls, loaded Joburger and crumbled pork chops cannot be missed out on! An elegant pub in the day and a lively place in the evenings, Kitcheners is known for its talented mix of local DJs who play soul, funk and old school numbers.
The cuisine of this Brazilian restaurant is original, highly flavoured and delightfully presented—chourico, chicken, beef, pork and lamb chops (all slow-grilled with Brazilian marinades and spices). The fresh Moçambican prawns are served three ways—Xaxado, Biano and Carioca. Other seafood dishes on offer include Kingklip Grelhado, Bacalhau a Ubatuba and fine calamari from the icy Falklands. Vegetarians need not worry as they have been kept in mind and are specially catered for.
This multi-purpose venue hosts private parties, club events, promotional events, and all genres of entertainment. All seven of Taboo's resident DJs, each with their own style, take turns spinning at the club's various events, and some may be available for your private event as well. One specialty of Taboo is the bachelorette party, during which the club will provide the lucky lady with a private room, private bar, and private security. Just like having your own club!
Some soothing tunes, ultra-hip decor complete with brightly lit chandeliers and wooden and leather seating booths welcome guests at The Office, an airy tapas spot in the heart of Johannesburg. Custom-designed high stools and some typical office mementos augment the hip ambiance which makes it a popular haunt with the after-work, pub-hopping crowd. Office offers an eclectic menu of toothsome tapas servings, refreshing cocktails and contemporary fare. Expect to beguile your taste buds with some fiery chicken tandoori, African-style tapas, calamari tubes stuffed garlic and lemon and succulent seafood sashimi. For desserts, The Office appeases with the heavenly chocolate pudding and decadent pastries.
An upscale events venue during the weekdays and an eclectic nightclub during the weekends, Movida is an ideal place for all party hoppers. It is known for its rich ambiance that reflects sophistication through and through. The elegant furnishings, ornate decor and beautiful lighting fixtures make for a classy atmosphere. If you are looking out for a lovely venue for a hen party, your search ends here- they arrange for an excellent party, start to finish with cocktails, light snacks, excellent music and accessories, making it a memorable party for the bride-to-be! Many elite corporate functions are held here as well. Corporate biggies those by the likes of Cosmopolitan, Samsung, Loreal, Renault, IBM and Microsoft have held their functions here in the past. Weekends are a crazy time here- cabaret shows, musical concerts and DJ nights make up the entertaining schedule at Movida. Their dance floor is always buzzing with party animals. Garnered with lavish accolades, Movida has been listed as one of the top 18 design inspired clubs by the prestigious Black Book Magazine, New York. Note: On weekends, entry only for women 22 years and above, and for men 24 year and above.
And Club is located conveniently in Newtown and is one of the most happening nightclubs of the city. Known for playing techno music and hosting some great DJ nights, the club is popular among EDM lovers. Be mindful of their strict door policies with respect to age, camera use and fake IDs.
The cuisine of this Brazilian restaurant is original, highly flavoured and delightfully presented—chourico, chicken, beef, pork and lamb chops (all slow-grilled with Brazilian marinades and spices). The fresh Moçambican prawns are served three ways—Xaxado, Biano and Carioca. Other seafood dishes on offer include Kingklip Grelhado, Bacalhau a Ubatuba and fine calamari from the icy Falklands. Vegetarians need not worry as they have been kept in mind and are specially catered for.
What started out in 1994 as a small concert venue is now one of the most happening entertainment centers in Johannesburg, hosting many of South Africa's jazz legends. In 2003, Bassline was remodeled and renovated and now it can captivate nearly 1000 music fans with top-of-the-range acoustics. It has hosted over 3000 concerts of local and international music artists in the past. Apart from concerts, Bassline can also be rented for corporate functions and rehearsals. For complete details, call ahead or check the website.
With no signage above the door to proclaim its existence, Great Dane bar is a hidden gem in Johannesburg. With quaint decor which is more about placement than items such as a DJ box made out of an old suitcase and dart-boards scattered over the walls. Saturdays find the place full of people grooving along to the tracks of a DJ. Along with zippy drinks, the bar also serves quite a few food items of which the delicious hotdogs are the most popular.
Some soothing tunes, ultra-hip decor complete with brightly lit chandeliers and wooden and leather seating booths welcome guests at The Office, an airy tapas spot in the heart of Johannesburg. Custom-designed high stools and some typical office mementos augment the hip ambiance which makes it a popular haunt with the after-work, pub-hopping crowd. Office offers an eclectic menu of toothsome tapas servings, refreshing cocktails and contemporary fare. Expect to beguile your taste buds with some fiery chicken tandoori, African-style tapas, calamari tubes stuffed garlic and lemon and succulent seafood sashimi. For desserts, The Office appeases with the heavenly chocolate pudding and decadent pastries.