Kitchener’s Carvery Bar

Johannesburg


What used to be a grand colonial hotel is now hipster central and epitomises the contemporary swagger of Braamfontein. By day it's a popular pub, known for its knockout burgers, fish ’n’ chips and vast choice of drinks served in vintage surrounds; by night DJs spin soul, funk and electro.

Cover charges of around R50 usually apply on Friday and Saturday nights.


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