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It’s time to dress in your green and gold and back our boys at the Rugby World Cup 2023!
We’ve put together a list of venues around the country that are joining in on the gees and screening the live games. With special offers, great deals on drinks and all the places geared for loadshedding, you can proudly sing the national anthem before kick-off while enjoying a meal and all the sporting action! Book online, bring your boets and get ready to join the nation in cheering on the Bokke to bring home our 4th win!
Cape Town
3 KITCH3NS
(Somerset West)
The team at 3 KITCH3NS aren’t messing around this Rugby World Cup. Experience it all from within their VIP rugby dome. Grab your tickets for R250 per person and redeem them against drinks and food, like their sushi, pizza and grill items. When the Boks win, there’ll be free Springbok shots all round! Space is limited, so book your spot now.
Bacini’s on Kloof
(Kloof Street)
Cheers your way through all the games at Bacini’s on Kloof. They’re offering up two beers for just 70 bucks! As for the final stages of the World Cup, Springbok shooters are on the house. Book now to avoid missing out.
Bossa
(Woodbridge Island Eatery)
With steaks, burgers, prego rolls and pizzas on the menu, and ice-cold beers on tap, head over to your nearest Bossa branch to catch the rugby action and grab a bite to eat. Screening the games on large TVs across the various restaurants, you won’t miss a second of the match.
Cattle Baron
(Pinelands and Simon’s Town)
If specials are what you’re looking for while watching the games, Cattle Baron in Pinelands is where you want to be. Reserve your table, catch the game on the screen and see what they have on special that day. Keep an eye out on their social media for more details.
Cattle Baron in Simon’s Town is not letting us down. During all matches, happy hour will be in full swing. Grab a Windhoek or Jack Black Lager draught, Saxenburg wines and selected cocktails for half the price! Make your way to the Tuscany Bar and purchase a drink to be entered into a competition to win a signed painting by the legendary Captain John Smit!
Dias Tavern Villagers
(Claremont)
Serving up their famous Portuguese meals, including everyone’s favourite spicy beef espetada, grab your mates and head over to the Dias Tavern at Villagers. Catch all the rugby action from one of their iconic green booths while throwing back some beers and joining in with the cheer.
Foresters Arms (Forries)
(Newlands)
One of the oldest pubs in South Africa, and loved by locals, Forries is the place to be this Rugby World Cup. Enjoy a selection of ice-cold draughts while feasting on delicious meals and cheering on the game. Book your tables to avoid missing out!
Havana Nights
(Plumstead)
While watching the games on one of the seven TVs at Havana Nights, you and your mates can make the most of their great specials while havana’ good time! Order a 300g rump steak and wash it down with a Heineken draught for R180, or opt for the cheeseburger with a side of chips and Heineken draught for R135.
Judd’s Local
(Gardens)
Head down to Judd’s Local – Garden’s local neighbourhood spot! They will be screening all the Rugby World Cup action on four screens, so bring your best boets and order two CBC draught beers for only R70.
Madeiras Bar & Bistro
(Bergvliet)
A favourite with locals in the Southern Suburbs, Madeiras will be screening the games and serving up heaping plates of steak, pork belly, smokey ribs, burgers, fish and chips, and peri-peri chicken to hungry spectators. With an extensive drinks list including beers, wine and spirit specials, you’ll be glad you made that booking.
Mozambik
(Somerset West, Western Cape)
Dig into some Afro-Porto flavours while watching the game at Mozambik in Somerset West. Are you feeling thirsty and a little lucky? Purchase any Castle Lite, Lager, Double Malt (either bottle or draught) alongside a Jägermeister, or just two shots and be entered into a draw to win a Jägermeister rugby jersey!
Rockefeller Plaza Restaurant
(City Center)
It’s buy-one-get-one-free on cocktails from 5 till 7 pm at Rockefeller! Make your way up to the 18th floor and into the STUDIO where you can watch the games next to their indoor heated pool. While the action is in full swing, so are Rockefeller’s specials. From Monday to Thursday between 6 and 10 pm, you’ll get three pizzas or pastas and only pay for two. Sundays are for all-you-can-eat sushi. While the teams dive for tries, you can dive into their bottomless sushi from 12 till 8 pm.
Saggy Stone Lakes
(Somerset Lakes)
Saggy Stone Brewery is gearing up to support our boys! With a number of specials running during the games, you can dig into their burger and beer special for R120, a spring bucket filled with Rivva Hard Seltzers and Cocktails for only R130, a brandy and Coke for R35, or any beer for justR30! Get ready to scream “bomb squad” everytime one of the commentators mentions it and, as a reward, you’ll get free tequila and pizza slices!
Square Café & Wine Bar
(Century City)
Join in on the sporting action at Square Café & Wine Bar. During the games you can order their mouth-watering burger special which comes with a Heineken beer and a Springbok shot for R185 per person. Book online.
Taproom
(Salt River)
Head on over to the Taproom in Devil’s Peak to catch all the live games. Enjoy their new menu with limited edition World Cup burgers, rugby ball giveaways, two-for-one beers and so much more! Book your tables.
The Bailey
(Bree Street)
If you prefer to enjoy the finer things in life while watching the game, The Bailey is offering whisky pairings. Join them on their outdoor terrace and be transported to the old, membership-style clubs of London and New York. Sit, sip and support your team as they screen the games on their two TVs.
The Eatery Wood Fired Grill
(Claremont)
While the Boks score tries, you can score too with R10 Springbok shots at The Eatery Wood Fired Grill. While you watch the game, the kids can play on the jungle gym after filling up on a great selection of kids’ meals and milkshakes.
The Greek Fisherman
(Sea Point)
Join The Greek fisherman in Sea Point and take your seats outside in the courtyard to cheer on the Bokke while fueling up on their Bokke and beer braai special! For only R249, you get a mixed plate including a 200g Sirloin steak, country wors, Greek-style lamb chops and your choice of chips or mash next to a 300ml Heineken draught.
The Holy Spirit
(Gardens)
Head to The Holy Spirit and watch all the Rugby World Cup games! With a variety of specials running throughout all the games, you can celebrate wins without getting thirsty. If brandy and Coke is your game day drink, grab two singles for R70, and if you’re a beer boet order two and get a third free. For the wine lovers, you’ll receive a third glass on the house when you order two.
Before kick-off, let them know who you’re supporting and, if your team wins, cheer with a free Russian Vodka shot. And lastly, if you show up in your Springbok colours, you’ll get a free green vodka with every game the Boks play.
The Slug & Lettuce
(Century City)
The Slug & Lettuce is known for being a top-rated spot for sports fans to kick back and enjoy a round of drinks while not missing a second of the game. Serving a great selection of bar snacks, burgers, pizzas, steaks, ribs and, of course, beers, you’ll definitely want to watch the Rugby World Cup here!
The Station on Bree
(Bree Street)
Always a vibe, The Station on Bree Street is the perfect spot to watch the game on one of their six screens. Bringing you a taste of the London Underground, you can cheer on your team while throwing back a couple of pints and tucking into a hearty portion of something tasty from their menu and daily specials.
The Wild Fig Restaurant
(Mowbray)
If a laid-back vibe is your ideal way of watching the World Cup, The Wild Fig Restaurant is offering up something a little more intimate. They will be screening the games in their pub and offering up an à la carte menu and snacks. Space is limited.
Tiger’s Milk
(Multiple locations)
Catch all the rugby action at the many Tiger’s Milk locations across Cape Town. Take a seat at your table and tuck into a Game Day Platter for R490 and share it with your mates while enjoying the game on one of their big screen TVs.
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VIXI Social House
(Bree Street)
If Mediterranean cuisine has your heart, VIXI is the place to be on Bree Street. Watch the games on the big screens while enjoying fresh seafood, spicy chorizo, juicy steaks and much more.
Winelands & Surrounds
Bossa
(Meerendal and Stellenbosch)
With steaks, burgers, prego rolls and pizzas on the menu, and ice-cold beers on tap, head over to your nearest Bossa branch to catch the rugby action and grab a bite to eat. Screening the games on large TVs across the various restaurants, you won’t miss a second of the match.
Cognito Restaurant
(Stellenbosch)
Bring the whole family and settle in for the game at Cognito Restaurant, where they will be serving up something for everyone. There will be specials running all week. Tuesdays are for the pizza and pasta fans and on Wednesdays steaks are served for only 145 bucks. As for burgers, you can join them on Thursdays and get a free draught with any burger! Finally, get your hands on 800g – 1kg of pork ribs for only R200 on Saturdays. Book your tables online.
De Warenmarkt
(Stellenbosch)
Jump into all the live Rugby gees at De Warenmarkt in Stellies. Come rain or loadshedding, the games will be streamed. Expect delicious food, good company and all the drinks! Make sure to follow them along on social media, as each game comes with its own special.
Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate
(Franschhoek)
Situated in an 18th century manor house, reflecting the Huguenot heritage, The Restaurant at Grande Provence will be streaming the matches live. Watch all the Rugby World Cup games while dining on food and drink specials. In collaboration with Hisense, expect South African-inspired food while cheering on the Bokke!
Root44 Restaurant and Wine Emporium
(Stellenbosch)
Be prepared to watch the Boks take down our brothers in kilts! Root44 will be streaming the SA versus Scotland game on the 10th of September. Get into all the live action while feasting on a spit braai and, to make the deal even sweeter, each try scored by the Boks will be celebrated with free double Captain Morgans! Book in advance, tickets are available for R250 per person.
Sela Vie
(Paarl)
Cheer on the Bokke in comfort and style. Feast on fresh poké bowls, Springbok carpaccio and freshly baked goods while watching the games on the big screen.
Stellenbosch Kitchen
(Stellenbosch)
It seems only fitting to watch our national team in a National Monument heritage building. Situated on the corner of Dorp and Andringa Street, the Stellenbosch Kitchen will be serving up all of your favourites. Feast on a monster burger or split a cheese platter amongst friends. As for specials, keep an eye on their socials for daily updates.
The Tasting Room at Benguela Cove Wine Estate
(Hermanus)
Watch the game from the comfort of the luxurious Tasting Room at Benguela Cove, where you can satisfy your cravings and quench your thirst while watching all the games. From the first scrum to the final whistle, you can catch all the action and support your team while dining on delicious food and an extensive selection of beverages.
The Wine Glass Hermanus
(Hermanus)
If beer and Springbok shots aren’t your game day drinks choice, The Wine Glass in Hermanus is the place for you. A vino-lover’s home-away-from-home, it has a selection of over 100 wines to choose from. On Fridays, there are two-for-one specials to nibble on and, while the games are playing, Rugby Platters will be available.
Garden Route
The Lookout Deck
(Plettenberg Bay)
Watch the Rugby World Cup looking out over the Indian Ocean. As Plett’s bucket list destination, The Lookout Deck is serving up game day deals that aren’t to be missed. With four screens to catch all the action on, you can defeat your hunger with their steak, egg and chips special for only R150. And what’s a rugby match without a braai? Order their braai plate which will be available during the games.
Durban
Butcher Boys Grill
(Morningside and Umhlanga)
Whether you’re in Morningside or Umhlanga, get ready to cheer on all the action at either of the Butcher Boys branches. Order a beer and dig into a perfectly cooked, flame grilled steak while watching the games. Follow them on social media to stay up to date with their Rugby World Cup specials.
Harry James Food & Cocktail Bar
(Umhlanga)
Get your game face on and join in on all the rugby action at Harry James Food & Cocktail Bar. They are going all out. Watch the games on their massive outdoor LED screen and celebrate all the victories in the fan park, which is kitted out with extra bars! From 4:30 till 6 pm you can also enjoy half-price cocktails and draughts. Don’t miss out, book online.
The LivingRoom at Summerhill
(Pinetown)
The LivingRoom at Summerhill Guest Estate will be screening all Rugby World Cup games in their newly-renovated library, right across from their LivingRoom restaurant area. For those wanting to dine before or after watching the match, you can choose between their 5-course or 7-course tasting menus. As a top-tier fine dining establishment in South Africa, it promises a one-of-a-kind experience. (Please note, The LivingRoom will not be screening the games during load shedding. So please check the schedule.)
Rockets Beach Club Umhlanga
(Umhlanga)
Catch every match and cheer on your favourite team at Rockets Beach Club. They will be streaming all the games and celebrating every victory late into the night. Book your tables to avoid having FOMO because, after all, Rockets Beach Club is a lifestyle.
Sunsets and Mermaids
(Umhlanga Village)
As the heart and soul of Umhlanga Village, Sunsets and Mermaids is offering specials on both drinks and meals during the Rugby World Cup. Join them for the games and watch all the action on their three screens. Then stay for the locally caught seafood and banging cocktails. Keep an eye on their social media for specials and book your tables on Dineplan.
Johannesburg
Aurum restaurant
(Sandton)
Book your table at Aurum Restaurant to enjoy a selection of tapas, a la carte menus and pizza. Watch the rugby action on three screens while enjoying beer specials and promotional giveaways!
Blind Tiger Café
(Gauteng)
Dig into tasty Kalahari venison wors rolls for 84 bucks and wash it down with a 1.5L jug of Jack Black beer for R150 at the Blind Tiger Café. Watch all the Bokke games in the garden area on a large screen.
Farina Caffe & Cucina
(Randburg)
Farina Caffe & Cucina are helping all fans get into the vibe at half-time with a round of free tequila-infused oranges. Throw back some beers and enjoy some hearty Italian cuisine while cheering on our boys!
Fu-Bar
(Sandton)
Consider yourself a number one supporter? Fu-Bar in Sandton has you sorted. Not only are they offering drink specials and screening the rugby on 15 big screens so you don’t miss a thing, they’re also offering up a VIP package for only R3,000. With the exclusive VIP pass, you get a spot to watch all 12 games including a 2-course meal. Book now as space is limited. Please note, there’s a minimum of four tickets per booking.
Hussar Grill
(Morningside and Silverstar Casino)
Pairing steaks, seafood, shots and the Rugby World Cup seems like a match made in heaven, and thankfully you can find it all at Hussar Grill. Watch every game on their various screens and, to sweeten the deal, there will be shooters on the house whenever the Bokke score a try at Hussar Grill in Morningside! Book your tables, and come hungry.
Karaoke Kong
(Melville, Gauteng)
Are you ready to put your rugby knowledge to the test? Then join Karaoke Kong for their Springboks and Rugby World Cup-themed quiz night on Wednesday, the 6th of September. There will be plenty of happy hour specials, shooters and more. Book your tables, brush up on your knowledge, don your Springbok jerseys and bring home the win!
Pablo
(Sandton)
From pitch to Pablo! Experience all the energy as if you were sitting in the front-row at the stadium. On the days the Bok’s are playing, all Pablo’s classic pizzas are on special. Get two and only pay for one! Everytime a try is scored, you can celebrate with free Springbok shots.
Salsa Mexican Grill
(Multiple Locations)
Holy, guacamole! Salsa Mexican Grill is bringing the heat this Rugby World Cup with tequila specials and competitions. For every yellow card given, purchase one tequila and get an extra one free and, as for red cards, you’ll get two free tequilas. After the game is done, make sure to pop your bill in the box to stand a chance to win one of fifteen R1,000 “Salsa Vouchers”.
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Sandton Hotel Restaurant
(Sandton)
At Sandton Hotel Clubhouse they are getting ready to “ruck” and roll! Make sure to book your tables, as they don’t just have beers on tap, but also specials. Draughts and ciders are going for R30, while Budweiser beers and shots are only 20 bucks. Dark ‘N’ Stormy cocktails can be grabbed for R20, as well as their non-alcoholic ginger mimosa. While you sip on these specials, food options are there for the taking too. A platter for two can be shared for R400 and pizza cravings will be curbed at R120. If this hasn’t convinced you, how about an extra 10% off your bill on the days the Springboks play?
The Potato Shed
(Midrand)
Support the Bokke live on the big screen at The Potato Shed! Dig into their drool-worthy menu featuring burgers, flame grilled steaks, and all the potatoes you can eat while downing beers on tap or sipping on creative cocktails.
The Wild Side
(Craighall Park)
If bold flavours and good vibes are what you are looking for this Rugby World Cup, make your way down to The Wild Side in Craighall Park. With great food and more-ish desserts, you can watch the games on one of their five screens while feasting with your friends. If the roar of the crowd isn’t your scene, don’t worry. The volume will only be on in certain areas of the restaurant, and mute in the others. So, catch up over a cocktail without missing the action or join in the gees!
Tiger’s Milk
(Multiple locations)
Looking for “dude food” made good while catching all the rugby action? The Tiger’s Milks across Jozi are serving up R490 Game Day Platters perfect for sharing. So, grab your mates, order some plates and watch all the games together!
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Pretoria
Forti Too
(Lynwood)
Forti Too, the restaurant, bar and lounge, invites you and your group to come and watch the games with them this year. Dig into one of the many tasty options on the menu, created by Chef Patron Forti Mazzone, while sipping on a selection of beer, wine and cocktails. Bookings are required, so make sure to get your reservations in soon.
Salsa Mexican Grill
(Multiple locations)
Watch the games, and win big with Salsa Mexican Grill. Once the celebrations are done, add your bill slip to the box and stand a chance to win a R1,000 “Salsa Voucher”! And, during the action, tequila is the drink of choice. Purchase a tequila shot and, if a yellow card is given, you’ll receive one on the house, and if it’s a red card – two more are on the way, free of charge.
SMOKE
(Pretoria)
Join the team at SMOKE and take a seat on the terrace and under the trees. Watch the games while two giant cabinet smokers cook their famous 18-hour ribs to perfection. And don’t worry, the bubbles, gin, brandy, whisky and shots aren’t in short supply. Book your table and join in on watching the games!
Rockets Beach Club Menlyn
(Menlyn)
If you’re in and around Menlyn, then head to Rockets to watch the matches in Menlyn. Watch the games on one of their five screens while being entertained by DJs Mas Musiq, Lady Amar and Chley. Book your seats!
The View Rooftop Bar
(Pretoria)
The View Rooftop Bar will be screening all South African games and serving their fresh sushi and piping hot pizzas with incredible views over the city. So put on your green and gold and get ready to cheer on the Bokke!
Whisk Wine Bar
(Pretoria)
Fancy some bangin’ burgers, creative cocktails and drink specials? Well, Whisk Wine Bar is serving all that and more! Book online to avoid missing out, then join them for all the Rugby World Cup action.
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The Jazz Room Restaurant at No.5 by Mantis
(Gqeberha)
Step into the The Jazz Room Restaurant at Mantis No5 Boutique Hotel to watch the Rugby World Cup on three large screens. Order one of their packages to experience the action. Get a reserved seat and a bucket of beer for R225, or arrive earlier and enjoy the pre-game “Lite” package which includes a pre-screening in Salon Prive, welcome drinks, snacks at the bar and a beer bucket in the theatre for R350. If you’re ready to jump into all the action, opt for their “Game On” package and tuck into a braai plate served with sides and welcome drinks. When it’s time for kick-off, head to the Jazz Lounge where you can enjoy the game with a beer bucket by your side.
Throughout, half-price cocktails will be available too!
Can’t wait to visit these spots and see the Bokke bring the cup back home!
Neither can we, Mike! 🏆 #GoBokke
Thanks for thelis info…quite helpful
Thanks, Zitha! There are so many great places to watch the RWC in South Africa.
Where can I watch rugby world cup 2023 on big screen around Jozi.
Hi Londiwe, there are 27 restaurants that will be screening the 2023 RWC in Jozi. See our list above and take your pick!
Thank you for the info. Where can we watch the livestream in East London?
Hi Cikizwa, we hope you managed to find a spot to watch Saturday’s game in East London. It was an incredible game! You can always use the Dineplan App to find restaurants in your area and filter by the attribute “Live Sport” to see where you can catch all the games. Congratulations to the Bokke! 🇿🇦