Our Guide to Johannesburg’s Bars Worth Checking Out

Johannesburg has range when it comes to going out. From easy day bars and laid-back wine spots to places that only really come alive late, the city covers every kind of mood. Whatever you’re looking for, you’ll find it here.

But what really sets Joburg apart isn’t just the variety — it’s how everything comes together. The best spots aren’t just about drinks. They bring together good music, solid food, and the kind of atmosphere that naturally pulls people in. You arrive for one thing, and end up staying for all of it.

Whether you’re stepping out for a casual catch-up or letting the night take its course, there are certain bars that consistently deliver. For locals, they’re part of the regular rotation. For anyone new in town, they’re the perfect introduction to how Joburg does a night out — effortlessly social, a little unpredictable, and always worth it.

Good music. Good food. Good drinks. Everything you need, all in one place.

Here's a list of bars:

• Mr Pants Wine Bar | Address: 74 Hillcrest Ave, Blairgowrie, Randburg, 2194
• Bottega Whisky & Wine Bar | Address: 22 4th Ave, Parkhurst, Randburg, 2193
• Side Hustle | Address: 35 4th Ave, Parkhurst, Johannesburg, 2193
• A Street Bar Named Desire | Address: 144 Jan Smuts Ave, Parkwood, Randburg, 2193
• Sumthing Sumthing | Address: 32, 7th Avenue, Parktown North
• Worlds End Bar | Address: 22 Gleneagles Rd, Greenside, Randburg, 2034