Must-see nightlife in Free State

  • The Dog and Fig

    Free State

    A craft brewery in the picturesque outskirts of Parys offering excellent brews, a lovely setting and free, informal tours. The brewmaster brings in top…

  • Clarens Brewery

    Free State

    Finely crafted local brews such as English ale, stout and IPA go down very well at this exposed-brick bar across from Clarens Sq. You can sample the range…

  • Shebeen Bar at Emoya

    Bloemfontein

    This rowdy township-style bar sits with in the Emoya Estate, a lifestyle complex with a hotel, private game reserve (white rhinos and giraffes included),…

  • Waterkloof Craft Brewery

    Free State

    Just a few kilometres outside of Philippolis, fronting a tiny ghost town called Waterkloof, this microbrewery proudly serves its signature Karoobossie and…

  • Grounded

    Free State

    When you walk in, this place kinda looks like the tired entryway to a community centre. So it's a surprise when you are served hands-down the best…

  • Pickled Pig Ale House

    Free State

    This sprawling alcove consists of a small courtyard, a bar and back patio off Bree St. A local favourite, it’s good for a refreshing ale after an…

  • Mystic Boer

    Bloemfontein

    Bloem’s most popular long-standing pub and live-music venue provides an eccentric twist on Afrikaner culture – check out the psychedelic pictures of long…

  • Highland Coffee Roastery

    Free State

    A wonderful little coffee stop and espresso bar on Clarens' main square that imports beans from all of the world's best coffee growing regions, and roasts…

  • Gin-ger Bar

    Free State

    This local watering hole has a wide selection of hand-crafted, African gins, from Musgrave Pink gin to Triple Three, and plenty that are infused with…

  • Patpong

    Bloemfontein

    Opened in 2016, this self-proclaimed 'Thai fusion bar' is a pleasing amalgam of '80s music, Thai food and yummy cocktails. We recommend pairing the spring…

  • Stereo Cafe

    Bloemfontein

    This small, hip roastery is Bloem's best place for a cup of Joe.