Nightlife in Johannesburg
In Newtown, Bassline specialises in jazz, blues and African rap, while Sunninghill's Movida is both club and theatre rolled into one. Mellow Melville offers 24-hour fun at Catz Pyjamas and reggae at Cool Runnings. Head for Rosebank for softer tunes and comfortable sofas and to Sandton to see and be seen on a chic playground. Tuscan-looking Montecasino has theatres, cinemas and roulette. Dress up to fit in with Jozi's bar-hopping society.
Bars
Expand all1. Catz Pyjamas - 24-hour party
Show more Catz Pyjamas is Johannesburg's original 24-hour bar and bistro located in a rambling old house in Melville. Music and light bites attract a partying and hungry crowd until the wee hours. Unwind over breakfast on the balcony at sunrise.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
12, Main Road, Melville, Johannesburg 2006
Telephone
+27 (0) 11 726 8596
2. Katzy's - Whisky and cigars
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Katzy's is an uber-trendy American piano bar in Rosebank with comfortable Art Deco-style sofas and cool blue lighting. The bar offers cognacs, whiskies and cigars, and after 9pm when the DJ starts, the ties come off and the party begins.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
The Firs Mall, Oxford Road, Rosebank, Johannesburg 2132
Telephone
+27 (0) 11 880 3945
3. Polo Lounge - Colonial-style lounge
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Polo Lounge is a colonial-style bar in Westcliff Hotel. Informal and intimate with a wide selection of traditional cocktails and cigars, it's an ideal rendezvous before or after dinner. The roaring fire inside warms up Johannesburg's nippy winters.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
Westcliff Hotel, 67, Jan Smuts Avenue, Westcliff, Johannesburg 2193
Telephone
+27 (0) 11 481 6000
4. Ndau Lounge - Drinks with garden views
Show morePopular with office workers, Ndau Lounge is a luxurious hotel bar overlooking the Hyatt indigenous garden in Rosebank. Light meals, sushi and exotic cocktails are served 24/7, complemented by live DJ sessions on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evening.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
191, Oxford Road, Rosebank, Johannesburg 2132
Telephone
+27 (0) 11 280 1234
5. Radium Beer Hall - Jazz den
Show moreOnce a tearoom, the Radium Beer Hall in Orange Grove is today a historic bar and grill offering live jazz performances four nights a week. A 100-year-old bar, vintage posters and other memorabilia recreate an authentic jazz den.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
282, Louis Botha Avenue, Orange Grove, Johannesburg 2192
Telephone
+27 (0) 11 728 3866
6. Cool Runnings - Taste of Jamaica
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Cool Runnings is a Jamaican-themed bar in Melville, popular with students and mellow guests. Rock and reggae bands play in the soundproofed dungeon most nights while, on Sunday, there's comedy. An inviting Caribbean menu satisfies any food cravings.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
27, 4th Avenue, Melville, Johannesburg 2092
Telephone
+27 (0) 11 482 4786
7. Wine on the Square - Bustling wine bar
Show moreServing wines by the glass, Wine on the Square allows customers to taste some of South Africa's finest grapes in the comfort of low chairs overlooking Nelson Mandela Square in Sandton. Cognacs and whiskies are also available.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
Shop L30a, Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton, Johannesburg 2010
Telephone
+27 (0) 11 784 8676
Transport
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Clubs
Expand all8. Roxy's Rhythm Bar - Rooftop rock
Show moreWith a suspended helicopter DJ booth, a rooftop dance floor and a monster sound system, Roxy's in Melville welcomes live rock bands and dance events. The hottest bands play at weekends and Monday is student night.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
20, Main Road, Melville, Johannesburg 2092
Telephone
+27 (0) 11 726 6019
Transport
Taxi
9. The Manhattan Club - Up all night
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Like the city that never sleeps, the two-storey Manhattan Club in Rivonia is a stylish and bustling venue playing everything from the latest hits to old classics. Its eight bars include a shooters bar and a ladies-only cocktail area.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
19, Wessels Road, Rivonia, Johannesburg 2128
Telephone
+27 (0) 11 803 7085
10. Tokyo Sky - Super City cool
Show moreA recent addition to Johannesburg's nightlife scene, Tokyo Sky in Fourways is inspired by Japanese pop culture. A sophisticated crowd comes for the hi-tech sound system playing dance music, R&B and hip-hop. The club also hosts Japanese anime cartoon exhibits.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
Shop 32, Fourways View, Corner of Cedar Road & Witkoppen Road, Johannesburg 2191
Telephone
+27 (0)11 465 0704
11. Movida - Moulin Rouge entertainment
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Chic ladies over 23 and men over 25 mingle at Movida, Johannesburg's all-in-one club, cocktail lounge and theatre in Sunninghill. The unmistakably Moulin Rouge décor extends to a full stage area, a raised VIP lounge and a central dance floor.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
Rivonia Crossing, Corner Rivonia Road and Witkoppen, Sunninghill, Johannesburg 2191
Telephone
+27 (0) 11 234 8000
Entertainment
Expand all12. Bassline - Live jazz and blues
Show moreWith a capacious cinema-style auditorium and a fully equipped rehearsal room, Bassline in Newtown hosts top jazz and blues performances by local and international artists. The venue is also a good place for Kwaito music (African rap) and hip-hop.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
10, Henry Nxumalo Street, Johannesburg 2001
Telephone
+27 (0) 11 838 9145
13. Back o' the Moon - Fifties revival
Show moreBack o' the Moon in Ormonde is the successor of the famous Sophiatown jazz club. Memorabilia from the original venue and live entertainment recall the restless Fifties, while a dining room featuring an international menu adds a modern touch.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
Shop 17, Gold Reef City Casino, Northern Parkway Drive, Ormonde, Johannesburg 2091
Telephone
+27 (0) 11 496 1423
14. The Blues Room - Late-night blues and jazz
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Subtle lighting, bare brick walls and music memorabilia make The Blues Room in Sandton an attractive venue for blues and jazz performances. Dance in front of the stage or enjoy the tunes over a fillet steak with generous side dishes.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
Shop L8, Village Walk, Corner of Rivona Road & Maude Road, Sandton, Johannesburg 2146
Telephone
+27 (0) 11 784 5527
15. Montecasino - Film, theatre and casino
Show moreBuilt in the style of a Tuscan hill-top town, Montecasino in Fourways is a family-friendly entertainment centre. There are theatres, cinemas, restaurants, a 5-star hotel and an enticing casino with more than 1700 slot machines and several gaming tables.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
Montecasino Boulevard, Fourways, Johannesburg
Telephone
+27 (0) 11 510 7000
