Est. 2019 — Upper Kloof Street, Cape Town

The Dark Horse Bar.

Welcome / 01

The soul of a streetside bar.

The Dark Horse brings together everything a great neighbourhood bar should: a rooftop terrace with views of Table Mountain and the city, a cosy lounge, classic cocktails, local beers on tap, bold shared plates and a crowd as diverse as Cape Town itself. It’s the kind of place where one drink easily becomes two.

Born from the same family behind The Black Sheep Restaurant, The Dark Horse shares the same commitment to honest hospitality, quality food and memorable experiences.

NO BOOKINGS. NO PRETENCE. JUST COME IN.

Upcomimg events / 02

Special Nights at Your Neighbourhood Bar.

Some nights call for more than just cocktails. The Dark Horse hosts intimate live music performances, sports screenings and other special events that bring people together over great drinks and unforgettable evenings. Every event is announced first on Instagram, making it the easiest place to see what’s coming up so that you never miss out.

Follow the Horse. Find the fun.

drinks menu / 03

POUR. SIP. STAY AWHILE.

From perfectly balanced classic cocktails to local craft beer and an extensive wine selection, our drinks menu is designed for afternoons that become evenings.

On the board / 04

SMALL PLATES. BIG FLAVOURS.

Our Black Board offers a wide range of small sharing plates, with dishes that cater for all.

The Black Sheep / 05

Visit our big sister across the road.

Did you know our sister restaurant across the road, The Black Sheep Restaurant, does a grown up version of our delicious food for longer lunches and wonderful dinners?

TWO VENUES. ONE FAMILY.

Our gallery / 06

Get a closer look at what we do.

Follow us @145darkhorse