South Africa Guide
The Eastern Cape
Bars and clubs
1 52 Parliament 52 Parliament St, Central Late-night bar in a Victorian building decked out with interesting metal sculptures. DJs play house and other sounds, with occasional live music. Food is available. The R30–40 entrance fee deters impecunious teenagers. Opening time: Wed, Fri & Sat
2 Gondwana Café 2 Dolphin's Leap, Main Rd, Humewood Relaxed, racially mixed eatery by day that doubles up as a club by night. Opening time: Tues– Sun 9am– late
3 Nine Yards Chapel St, Central Cocktail and dance place with lots of drinks specials. Opening time: Wed, Fri & Sat
4 Sugar Rays, Tapas Al Sol & Toby Joe's Brookes Pavilion, Marine Drive Brookes is a multilevel complex where you can dine, drink and party, the hub of late-night beachfront clubbing. The dance floors can be packed, but there are wooden decks with sea views to provide relief.