Top 10s Nightlife spots in Johannesburg

1 (Newtown Cultural Precinct)

One of the most happening areas in the city. Newtown is home to loads of clubs, jazz bars, eateries and late-night music venues.
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2 (Soweto)

Enjoy the kasie vibes in Soweto. There are loads of fun shebeens, taverns, nightclubs and restaurants in Soweto. Get down with the locals and party the night away.

3 (Northern Suburbs)

The upmarket suburbs of Sandton, Rivonia and Rosebank all offer fantastic nightlife – it’s restaurants, bars, streets cafes and nightclubs (this is where Jozi’s trendy types hang out).

4 (Jozi’s Soho suburbs)

While more geared to wining and dining than nightclubbing, the Soho-type suburbs of Norwood, Parkhurst, Greenside and Parktown North are a great place to start off your evening.

5 (Montecasino)

It’s all happening at the Monte! There are pubs, restaurants, theatres and nightclubs. Some of the hottest partying in town takes place at Café Vacca Matta. You have been warned!
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6 (Moloko)

It’s all happening at Moloko in the funky suburb of Rosebank - this fashionable venue offers a mature, diverse crowd that love to party all night long.
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7 (Fashion TV)

You’ll find the Fashion TV dining lounge in the heart of Sandton’s CBD, tailor-made for the fashionista/advertising types and trendy set. It’s designer labels all the way.

8 (The Blues Room)

Situated in the Village Walk shopping centre in Sandton, this upmarket nightclub serves up the best of live entertainment, including jazz, fusion, South African bands and a spot of rock ‘n roll.
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9 (Radium Beer Hall)

This place is an institution in Johannesburg! Walls are covered with hilarious newspaper headlines covering years of South African history. A laid-back bar and fantastic Portuguese seafood restaurant are yours for the taking. Live music on the weekends.
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10 (Back 2 Basix)

This unpretentious spot in Westdene (close to the University of Johannesburg) is a great place to enjoy live music and local South African bands. Decent menu and inexpensive drinks that flow all night long.