Top 3 Bars in Cape Town with House Music

Tough times never last and nor do the boring times, especially when you’re in the city of Cape Town. Known for some of the best restaurants and bars, that satisfy a variety of different music interests to cater to the diversity in the city.

Locals love house music; whether it’s deep house, Gqom, Afro house, electro house or kwaito you can be sure to hear it on the streets of CBD to the clubs and bars.

Here are a few of our current favourites to consider next time you’re on a night out:

Rands

It’s always braai season in South Africa, and good music always goes hand in hand with a successful braai. Rands brings on the heat with exceptional shisa nyama (braai meat) coated with their tasty secret sauce. Founded by brothers Mfundo and Mshayi Mbeki in 2015, this hot and vibey spot continues to attract people with its infectious atmosphere.

As guests enjoy alcoholic beverages and authentic food they can savour the live house music provided by local djs. We recommend going on the weekend or on Thursdays when they serve the best traditional African food.

Where? Makhabeni Road Khayelitsha

When? Monday to Sunday; 10am -11pm

District

District is a premiere events venue and nightclub space in the heart of Cape Town. It boasts a large dance floor area surrounded by plush leather booths and giant chandeliers. It has aesthetic views and live electronic house to dance to. Electric house (also known as EDM)is a subgenre of disco music, dubstep and techno music creating an upbeat fusion made for the club scene.If that sounds like your vibe then pull through to District in Zonnebloem.

Entrance fee:R80/ R100 pp, dress code: casual

Where? Harrington St, Zonnebloem

When? Friday-Saturday; 10pm- 4am

Coco

Extravagant interior, outstanding service, exclusive feel and champagne to go around. If that seems to spark your interest, then Coco is the club to give a try. Get ready for the finest classic house and dance pop music and possibly get a chance to rub shoulders with South African celebrities, elite designers and the famous personalities. On ‘Coco Fridays’ the champagne flows and you’re guaranteed a good time.

Book a reservation on their website: to secure a spot

Where? Loop St, Cape Town City Centre

When? Friday & Saturday; 10pm- 3am

Bringing the vibe and dancing to house as you enjoy a drink with friends has become a uniting culture in South Africa. With such a variety of house music genres there’s certainly one that will match your taste. Whether you like the club scene, a bar or a braai with your mates.

Things To Do After Lockdown

Two weeks after the global pandemic Coronavirus started spreading in South Africa president Cyril Ramaphosa announced a 21-day lockdown. People are counting down the days until the lockdown ends when we can all go outside again and stop quarantining. As you wait you can begin to plan the adventure that awaits you.

Visit Cape Town’s beautiful attractions

Cape Town has some of the most outstanding views in the world. Planning a day out with your friends and family can be a great way to transition from spending more than a month as a hermit to having time outdoors.

Here are 3 popular attractions to visit after lockdown:

V&A Waterfront

What it has to offer: The Cape Wheel, shopping mall, food market, the aquarium and many more.

Grand West Casino

What it has to offer: A casino, Ice Skating, restaurants, bowling, an arcade and laser tag.

Bo-Kaap

What it has to offer: A museum, restaurants with authentic local food and free walking tours (tipping is recommended).

Eat out at Cape Town’s hottest new restaurants

As the days go by you start to realise that you haven’t stocked up on your favourite foods. You may even realise that you might not see another delicious pizza from your favourite pizza place in a while.

A treat to look forward to after lockdown:

Fire Monkey in Claremont
Sloppy Sam pop-up in De Waterkant
The Poke Co Kloof Street in Gardens

Get back into your social life

There’s so much to do here in the beautiful Mother City. Get back into the socials by partying at Cape Town’s vibey nightclubs. It’s a great chance to go out with friends, meet new people and groove to some music

Here are 3 places to go experience Cape Town’s nightlife:

Fiction, Longstreet
The Pink Panther Nightclub, in Strand De Waterkant
Cubana, Greenpoint

Things to keep in mind

Mental and physical health need to be the main priority during and after the lockdown. Try to schedule days that you use to connect with your loved ones and to adjust to the unfamiliarity that will come post lockdown. Try to support local businesses that are being heavily impacted by the lockdown. You can do this by donating to them, buying from markets, street vendors and any other small business.

Even though lockdown ends at the beginning of May, the threat is still real and it’s advised that citizens take it easy and not make any unnecessary trips. Remember to maintain good hygiene practices such as washing your hands regularly and using hand sanitizer. Also try to support as many local businesses as possible as they attempt to get things up and running again.