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 Brazen Head offers a unique dining experience in Johannesburg. The casual restaurant/pub blends the lively atmosphere and impeccable draft selection of a typical Irish pub with a South African spirit. The spacious restaurant opens up into a charming veranda with picnic seating and a private library where guests can browse that also hosts intimate musical performances by local artists. Sip on original concoctions like the Brazen Head Tropical Tonic or a classic with a twist like the bitter apricot whisky sour. Savor house specialties like the beef and Guinness pie or the balsamic marinated lamb chops and soak in the laid-back atmosphere. Come here on game night for heaped snack platters, pints of beer and to cheer on your favorite team. Kids are welcome during the day, and the restaurant offers a special kids menu as well.
An extension of the DW Eleven-13 restaurant, The Grazing Room is a classy restaurant which serves a variety of sharing plates and tapas. You can come to this restaurant on a date night and share a plate of delicious Spanish tapas or go in for a special wine tasting. The kitchen, under the supervision of Chef Marthinus, offers an ever-changing tapas menu, so that no two visits are exactly the same. Private events and parties can also be hosted in this trendy restaurant.
Brick-lined walls, plush and cozy chairs, old-school decor elements and attention to minute detailing make Central One a hip venue for romantic dates and business dinners. Perched atop the ritzy centrally located Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel, this rooftop spot offers some sweeping views of one of the busiest quarters of South Africa, as one gets to soak in some breathtaking vistas of imposing skyscrapers sharing canvas with European-style buildings. Beneath, tuk tuks, tourist buses and swanky BMWs and Mercs race by. Central One provides an ideal escape from the bustle, allowing guests to spend a relaxed evening by the pool or simply gaze at the beautiful sun sets of the tribal land.
Perched atop the breezy terrace of The Main Change boutique, Living Room has been spreading oodles of cheer with its convivial, forest-inspired setting. This eco-sensitive cafe is decorated with well-manicured shrubs and plants of various sizes, while one also gets to see a few chirpy fowls flutter from one branch to another. The cozy hammocks invite health-conscious eaters to sip on freshly juiced smoothies and fruit shakes. Live music gigs held at this eco-friendly venue are an easy draw for indie music lovers, while one simply admires the efforts of Tiakaya Designs, the brains behind this concept cafe.
This cozy cafe bar in Braamfontein is a favorite with the locals for their daily caffeine fix. Beyond the fantastic choice of coffees, L8 impresses with its food choices, offering gourmet sandwiches and burgers. The food gets the attention it deserves, with all sandwiches being made-to-order using high quality, organic ingredients. Besides this, you'll also find fresh salads and traditional pies on the menu. It gets livelier in the evenings with people dropping by to unwind after work. There's craft beer on offer, and a beer garden for an airy setting. Check website for more.
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.
Perched atop the breezy terrace of The Main Change boutique, Living Room has been spreading oodles of cheer with its convivial, forest-inspired setting. This eco-sensitive cafe is decorated with well-manicured shrubs and plants of various sizes, while one also gets to see a few chirpy fowls flutter from one branch to another. The cozy hammocks invite health-conscious eaters to sip on freshly juiced smoothies and fruit shakes. Live music gigs held at this eco-friendly venue are an easy draw for indie music lovers, while one simply admires the efforts of Tiakaya Designs, the brains behind this concept cafe.