First Thursdays can be tricky business during the chillier months, but if you play your cards right you can still have a fantastic night out on the town without getting blown away by the wind or rained on too much.
So, grab your most adventurous friends and head out to these spots this First Thursday for a memorable evening.
1. Try Asian cuisine at Tjing Tjing Rooftop Bar
If you know the old Tjing Tjing Rooftop Bar you’re in for a treat as this Asian fusion spot has recently changed up its vibe with a slick makeover – the interiors have been revamped and there are changes to the menu, too.
Interesting Asian delicacies now feature in the restaurant-bar’s offerings, including chocolate-filled taiyaki, Gyo Don Bowls and Mitarashi Dango.
The interior is cosy and inspired by Asian culture with touches of light wood and the glow of a neon pink Japanese sign.
Contact: 021 422 4920
Address: 165 Longmarket Cape Town, Western Cape 8001
Website: www.tjingtjing.co.za
2. Watch a cult classic at 15 On Orange
If you’re looking to spend your evening indoors and captivated by an interesting movie than 15 On Orange is the place for you.
Join in on their First Thursdays Cult Classic movie series and enjoy an open gin bar, movie munchies, comfy couches and warming hot chocolate.
There’s a different movie on offer every month and it’s the perfect venue to be social with friends before the show, so give it a try if you’re a movie fan.
Contact: 021 469 8000
Address: Corner of Grey’s Pass and Orange Street, Gardens 8001 Cape Town, Western Cape Simon’s Town
Website: www.marriott.com
3. Taste some whisky at The Gin Bar
You may be used to sipping and savouring a different alcohol at The Gin Bar but this First Thursday will bring visitors something new.
The Gin Bar will host their second whisky tasting evening where guests can sample Maker’s Mark Whisky, in a variety of whisky cocktails.
The casual evening will be hosted on the upper floor of The Secret Gin Bar from 6pm to 9pm and is the prefect opportunity to socialise and familiarise yourself with whisky.
Contact: 071 241 2277
Address: 64A Wale Street Cape Town, Western Cape 8000
Website: www.theginbar.co.za
4. Free Entry to the Norval Foundation
Put your eye for art to the test at the Norval Foundation this First Thursday.
All visitors will be allowed free access to the Norval Foundation’s uniquely African art exhibitions this Thursday as well as their sculpture garden.
Plus Skotnes Restaurant on site will be offering perfectly suited specials for the evening, enjoy two burgers for just R180 or two burgers and a bottle of wine for just R280.
Contact: 087 654 5900
Address: 4 Steenberg Blvd, Steenberg Estate, Cape Town, Western Cape 7945
Website: www.norvalfoundation.org
5. Attend a Winter Night Market at Botanik Social House
Head to the Botanik Social House for an undercover night market filled with food, fashion and festivities.
The market will host a sought-after selection of some of Cape Town and South Africa’s trendiest retail vendors and offer an atmosphere and live DJ to match.
Doors open at 6pm and entrance is free, with each guest receiving a complimentary Belvedere cocktail upon arrival.
Contact: 021 424 5306
Address: 54 Queen Victoria Street Cape Town, Western Cape 8001
Website: www.botaniksocialhouse.com
6. Get your Hip Hop on at House of H
The hip and happening House of H will be hosting a vibey First Thursday Hip Hop Karaoke evening on September 5, 2019.
Lovers of Hip Hop music can come together and enjoy smiles, good vibes and dope music along with amazing food for the first Thursday of the month.
We all have that one song that turns us into a rapper so do a few practice rounds and invite the friends along because its time to live your Eight Mile dream.
Contact: 076 699 6146
Address: 112 Loop Street, 8001 Cape Town, Western Cape
Website: www.houseofh.co.za
7. Gin and din at The Station On Bree
Enjoy over 119 different gins while you jam away to live music at The Station On Bree this First Thursday.
No entrance fee will be charged and you can indulge in their wide selection of delicious dishes and build your own gin cocktail.
Festivities start from 6pm and the drink special will leave you drinking a few extra for the evening.
Contact: 021 422 0566
Address: 207 Bree Street (0.58 mi) Cape Town, Western Cape
Website: thestation.capetown
8. Revel in vintage finds at True Grit Pop-Up market
Get your monthly dose of First Thursday vintage fun at the True Grit pop up vintage market.
Browse a wide selection of traders selling unique and well-priced vintage finds.
The market will open at 5pm and run till 9pm, no entry fee will be charged and vinyl tunes will be played to add to your shopping experience.
Cash and card facilities will also be available.
Address: Bree Street, 8001 Cape Town, Western Cape
9. Bottomless margaritas and tacos at the Souther Sun
There’s arguably no better way to spend your Thursday night than sipping on bottomless margaritas while indulging in a platter of freshly made tacos at the Southern Sun Hotel in Cape Town’s Waterfront.
Every Thursday evening from 5.30pm to 7.30pm visitors can enjoy either a plate of tacos served with a margarita or Devils Peak draught for R145 or go all out and make it a bottomless margarita for just R180.
If you find yourself needing a little something extra to curb your hunger, a unique complementary selection of sides are also available for R30 extra per side.
You can enjoy chill peppers, spicy grilled corn, spicy potato skins with cucumber tzatziki, churros with homemade chocolate sauce and a shot of Strawberry Tequila.
Contact: 021 409 4000
Address: 1 Lower Buitengracht, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001
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