Hidden gems - Bars in Cape Town, South Africa not to miss (Updated December, 2023)

Hidden gems: Bars in Cape Town

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Cape Town. This list contains 22 places from Bar category.

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Shivani's Beauty Studio

Beautician

👍👍 Shivani did my eyebrows three times while I was in Cape Town, they were perfect every time! She is also very kind and listens to what you want. I would highly recommend!! - Britt from the Netherlands

5.00 (47 reviews) (~0.44 km from centre)

Dirty Boots Adventure Guide - The best adventures in South Africa

Tourist information center

👍👍 Dirty Boots have got adventure tourism in Southern Africa totally tied down. Their publication is essential reading for anyone planning to tackle activities in South Africa, Swaziland (Kingdom of Eswatini) and Lesotho and their website is an incredible resource for those that can't get the physical...

5.00 (31 reviews) (~0.72 km from centre)

Deluxe Coffeeworks Bo-kaap

Espresso bar

👍👍 Had heard a lot about this outlet and I was not disappointed at all. A great quality coffee cup on a beautiful autumn morning leaves an indelible mark on your caffeine memories. It is a very small outlet with a couple of chairs, bench inside and a bench outside. Max is an awesome barista and whilst...

4.90 (84 reviews) (~0.89 km from centre)

Bar By Rhys

Cocktail bar

👍👍 An amazing gin tasting experience. The staff were friendly, funny, and knowledgeable, and the tasting was out of this world! A must visit for gin lovers and enthusiasts.

4.90 (45 reviews) (~2.41 km from centre)

Spinal Tap Beer Bar

Bar

👍👍 OBZ: The 'wow'est pub in the West! AND THIS PUB IS PUP / DOGGY FRIENDLY! Thank you, Nathan, you are 'The Spine @ The Spinal Tap'! #obz 🐕 🐶 🦮

4.90 (39 reviews) (~4.55 km from centre)

Leo's Wine Bar

Wine bar

👍👍 Absolutely amazing space. Small and intimate, super friendly staff and brilliant service. Bartenders do be Hella cute and knowledgeable on their wine too 👀

4.80 (53 reviews) (~0.79 km from centre)

Beauty Affinity

Beauty school

👍👍 I did nails and massage course at beauty Affinity. They are in very good and patient to teach you until you are independent to do on your own They also help you to find a job I would highly recommend them to anyone who wants to try beauty courses at an affordable prices..

4.80 (53 reviews) (~0.84 km from centre)

Bar 48

Cocktail bar

👍👍 Bar 48 is my little gem in Cape Town.. During the day, this cafe is a haven for those seeking respite from the bustling city. The atmosphere is peaceful, making it an ideal spot for a leisurely brunch or a midday coffee break. The service is attentive and friendly, with staff members who are always...

4.80 (48 reviews) (~0.87 km from centre)

Secrets Euphoria Cape Town

Lounge

👍👍 Very nice place in the city centre of Cape Town. The main difference is the excellent, very polity and professional staff working there, especially Carlos who attended us. Food also very good and tasty. Recommended.

4.80 (47 reviews) (~0.39 km from centre)

Honey & Dora - Cafe | LIFESTYLE |Bar

Restaurant

👍👍 This new all-round fun restaurant is worth a visit. Vibrantly decorated, super friendly staff with a good selection of affordable menu items.

4.70 (86 reviews) (~1.67 km from centre)

Little Havana (First Thursday December & January)

Bar

👍👍 Little Havana is the perfect Cuba away from Cuba!

4.70 (26 reviews) (~0.51 km from centre)

The Drinkery

Bar

👍👍 Good cozy spot (located in one of the best courtyard in Cape Town) with craft beverages 😊, great for those who appreciate things outside the norm.. Friendly knowledgeable service...

4.60 (143 reviews) (~0.94 km from centre)

La Barra

Restaurant

👍👍 Amazing food. Really great vibe. The staff is incredibly friendly. Highly recommended.

4.60 (142 reviews) (~0.81 km from centre)

Culture Wine Bar

Wine bar

👍 The nicest Sommelier. He made our time at Culture really enjoyable. He shared tools of his trade. We don’t drink alcohol but he briefed the mixologist to make a refreshing fruity mocktail. The live band was setting up so there was occasional sound system feedback. Culture has a good menu but they a...

4.60 (112 reviews) (~0.85 km from centre)

Pavement Special Wine Bar

Wine bar

👍👍 Pavement Special offers a delightful dining experience! The food, especially the pizza topped with broccoli, was delicious and truly stood out. The ambiance is welcoming, complemented by excellent lighting that sets a comfortable atmosphere. It's a great spot to savor tasty dishes in a comfortable s...

4.60 (18 reviews) (~3.65 km from centre)

AC Lounge & Bar Cape Town

Tapas restaurant

👍👍 Came for a light dinner. My wife had the house salad and I the smoked trout salmon. Simple basic dishes that were both delicious. We were offered a complementary sherry with their homemade cured beef cut paper thin, very tasty. The ringed vetkoek was stoggy so give that a miss. The staff very pleasa...

4.60 (15 reviews) (~1.95 km from centre)

Escobar District Six

Bar

👍👍 Awesome revamp of the bar! Now with sofa seating, great décor and awesome drinks. Super friendly staff and owner/manager

4.50 (116 reviews) (~0.67 km from centre)

Home Town

Restaurant

4.50 (69 reviews) (~2.4 km from centre)

Coach On Long

Lounge

😠 If I could give you Zero I would. My friend and I ordered two beers. After a while a guy Alaskis or whatever his name is came and told us to move. We refused because we were comfortable where we were. Then he ordered us to move or he would refund us. After agreeing that we would be refunded he refus...

4.50 (64 reviews) (~0.4 km from centre)

Lotus Beauty Lounge

Beauty salon

👍👍 Lotus beauty has become 1 stop shop for all my maintenance and here's why: 1. They have managed to strike a great balance between professional and friendly. Patience and Isabelle are amazing! They feel like a safe space, to me energy is everything. 2. Their booking process is seamless and if for wha...

4.50 (47 reviews) (~3.7 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: Bars in Cape Town, South Africa