Johannesburg

The Best Pubs in Johannesburg

Johannesburg pubs span heritage British pubs from the colonial era and a strong South African craft beer scene. The local breweries — Devil s Peak, SAB, Birkenhead — produce widely respected beers.

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    The Brazen Head

    Sandton · $$

    Heritage Irish pub with reliable Guinness and live music. Open daily.

  2. 02

    The Griffin

    Greenside · $$

    Heritage British pub with cask ales and pub food. Open daily.

  3. 03

    Smokehouse and Grill

    Industria · $$

    BBQ pub with around 30 rotating South African craft taps. Open daily.

  4. 04

    Mad Giant Brewery

    Parkhurst · $

    Microbrewery and taproom for one of Johannesburg s leading craft breweries. Open Tuesday to Sunday.

  5. 05

    The Foundry Cafe

    Sandton · $$

    Casual cafe-pub with a serious craft beer focus. Open daily.

  6. 06

    Den Anker Pub

    $$

    Belgian beer specialist with around 80 Belgian beers. Open daily.

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Microbrewery and taproom for one of Johannesburg s leading craft breweries. Open Tuesday to Sunday.

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