
Date Night Ideas: The Joburg Edition
Dinner is often the default answer to date night. Book a table, order something expensive enough to justify dessert and hope the conversation carries the
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Joburg moves fast, and there’s always something happening. From exciting restaurants and buzzing nightlife to stylish shopping, unforgettable events, and plenty of activities, the city rewards those who explore it properly. Our Joburg City Guide brings together the best things to do across the city – whether you’re planning a weekend outing, a great dinner, or discovering a new neighbourhood favourite.
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From legendary Glenhazel cafés to loaded burgers, sushi and old-school bakeries, these are the Kosher Restaurants in Joburg worth bookmarking.

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Visiting Mira, Sandton’s newest 200-seater Portuguese dining destination, felt like a moment of kismet – especially as we had no idea the restaurant occupies the

Janice Honeyman’s Alice in Wonderland comes to Joburg Theatre from 28 October to 24 December 2026. Meet the cast and book tickets.

The Urban Playground opens at Rosebank Mall with skating, esports, street soccer, dance and production studios. Explore prices and hours.

Dinner is often the default answer to date night. Book a table, order something expensive enough to justify dessert and hope the conversation carries the

From legendary Glenhazel cafés to loaded burgers, sushi and old-school bakeries, these are the Kosher Restaurants in Joburg worth bookmarking.

If you’re craving a break from the city without actually leaving it, The Village Green Family Restaurant at Blair Atholl Golf and Equestrian Estate offers

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The Urban Playground opens at Rosebank Mall with skating, esports, street soccer, dance and production studios. Explore prices and hours.

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Janice Honeyman’s Alice in Wonderland comes to Joburg Theatre from 28 October to 24 December 2026. Meet the cast and book tickets.

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