Must-see nightlife in Eastern Cape

  • For the Love of Wine

    Port Elizabeth

    At this excellent wine bar and boutique, you can sample the output of Stellenbosch and beyond (tastings and wine by the glass start at R36), with craft…

  • Brewery on the Beach

    Sunshine Coast

    Set back from the seafront, this atmospheric bar set in an old fish factory is a good place for getting a bit of local vibe. It has a small selection of…

  • The Mexican

    Sunshine Coast

    A popular local hang-out, this 1st-floor Latino bar-restaurant has a long balcony overlooking Da Gama Rd. Mexican classics such as enchiladas, fajitas,…

  • Rat & Parrot

    Sunshine Coast

    The centre of the student party scene, the Parrot's downstairs bar is wood panelled and cosy, while the upper floor has big windows and a veranda…

  • Beer Yard

    Port Elizabeth

    With a Bedouin tent and small pool in the backyard, this craft beer and cider bar encapsulates Richmond Hill's urban buzz. Handmade burgers and thin-crust…

  • Rustic Route

    Sunshine Coast

    This hip, convivial bar and restaurant with an open-air terrace is a great spot to swill a craft beer or two. The crowd ranges from students to well…

  • Je'Vista Social Cafe

    Sunshine Coast

    This loungey spot with big, sea-facing windows is popular for cocktails. The rose petal mojito, Baileys banana colada and potent California iced tea are…

  • Bridge Street Brewery

    Port Elizabeth

    Craft beer lovers rejoice – this convivial pub and restaurant overlooking the Baakens River is like manna from heaven, with a great selection of beers on…

  • Beer Shack

    Port Elizabeth

    Low on aesthetics but high on energy, this beer hall is one of the liveliest bars in PE. It has a good range of craft beers and also serves food.

  • The Hog & Hornbill

    Eastern Cape

    This intimate pub off the main street has tap beer aplenty and serves good pub grub.

  • Tash's Craft Bar

    Sunshine Coast

    A lively bar overlooking the harbour. It also serves meals.

  • Graaff-Reinet Club

    Eastern Cape

    This atmospheric, one-time ‘men only’ club, one of South Africa's oldest, has walls and halls adorned with hunting trophies and a bar pocked with bullet…

  • Barney's Tavern

    Port Elizabeth

    This spit-and-sawdust watering hole's terrace and bar fill up even on weeknights. TVs show sports and the open kitchen produces pizzas and pub grub. There…

  • Champs Action Bar

    Sunshine Coast

    This watering hole popular with students is much less atmospheric than the bars on New St.

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