{"id":97972,"date":"2020-10-15T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-10-15T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelstartblg.wpenginepowered.com\/craft-beer-in-gauteng\/"},"modified":"2025-11-04T13:53:10","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T13:53:10","slug":"craft-beer-in-gauteng","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/craft-beer-in-gauteng\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Places to Get Your Craft Beer Fix in Johannesburg and Pretoria"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[Updated October 2020]<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s absolutely no reason not to enjoy your craft beer at the brewery it was made with this list of top places to enjoy a proudly South African brew, or even somewhere nearby with a great selection of lagers, ales and stouts made right here at home!<\/p>\n<h2>1. Black Horse Brewery<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47829 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/11051984_1044050432281283_2086142220438315169_n.jpg\" alt=\"Black Horse Brewery\" width=\"780\" height=\"437\" \/><br \/>\nA top favourite for residents of Jo\u2019burg and <a title=\"Search for cheap flights to Pretoria\" href=\"http:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/pretoria\/flights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pretoria<\/a>, this craft brewery is popular for its exceptional outdoor area and tasty menu. Other than the delicious brews on tap at Black Horse Brewery, punters can enjoy a few extra treats such as the Gingerberry alcoholic ginger beer. Make sure to book your spot over weekends though, as seats disappear fast!<\/p>\n<p>32 Zeekoeihoek, Magaliesburg.<\/p>\n<h2>2. The Foundry<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47817 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Mood.jpg\" alt=\"the foundry brewery\" width=\"780\" height=\"473\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Removed from Joburg\u2019s busy Parkhurst strip, The Foundry in Parktown North has established itself as a firm favourite to quench your thirst with all its beer alternatives. Some imported craft beers make an appearance too here, while if you\u2019re not all into beer at your table, then it\u2019s easy enough to try a glass from the fantastic wine selection. Tables are usually available in the bar, but you\u2019ll need to book if you plan on heading into the restaurant section for a bit after.<\/p>\n<p>Shop 7, Parktown Quarter, 3rd Avenue, Johannesburg.<\/p>\n<h2>3. Blos Caf\u00e9<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47838 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blos-cafe.jpg\" alt=\"blos cafe\" width=\"780\" height=\"487\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Blos Caf\u00e9 offers Pretoria locals more than just craft brews. This eatery is housed in a beautiful farmhouse-type setting with a long porch that is popular as a sundowners spot. Platters off the Blos menu are sure to accompany the perfect afternoon dining al fresco while enjoying the ales and stout. Join them for Tuesday date nights and Gin Thursdays.<\/p>\n<p>Plot 66, C\/O Olympus Rd and Leander St, Faerie Glen, Pretoria.<\/p>\n<h2>4. De Garve<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re up for a drive, then heading out to Vanderbijlpark\u2019s first micro-brewery is a great stop along the way. De Garve\u2019s tasting room is adjacent to the brewery and you\u2019re likely to be met with a smile from owner Patrick to take you through his beers. Once you\u2019re done tasting and ordering your beers to take along, a tour through the brewery is included with the experience!<\/p>\n<p>Visits by arrangement, call\u00a0Patrick at 083 3040197 or Goedele at 082 4288657.<\/p>\n<h2>5. Capital Craft<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47823 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/CC_003-1280x853-780x519-1.jpg\" alt=\"Capital craft\" width=\"780\" height=\"519\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Possibly Pretoria\u2019s most hipster spot, Capital Craft\u2019s busy bar is sure to have something to please each beer drinker\u2019s specific needs. With dozens of beers available and specialities on tap too, this is a good spot to do some exploring into which beer is your favourite before heading directly to that brewery. Oh, and they have gin tastings too!<\/p>\n<p>Greenlyn Village Centre, c\/o Thomas Edison &amp; 12th Street East, Pretoria.<\/p>\n<h2>6. Copperlake Brewing Co.<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47820 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/LT5A1046-1000-1000x577-780x450-1.jpg\" alt=\"copperlake\" width=\"780\" height=\"450\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Offering tasty pub grub, Copperlake\u2019s Brewpub is setting itself up as a popular eatery for those that enjoy its many beers, and those that enjoy their citrus coolers too. This \u2018brewpub\u2019 is more than just a restaurant, featuring a minibrewery for guests to see. Beers from guests brewers can also be found on tap here.<\/p>\n<p>17 Main Road, Sunrella AH, Lanseria, Randburg.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47819 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/O4A4190-1280x853-780x519-1.jpg\" alt=\"copperlake\" width=\"780\" height=\"519\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>7. Gilroy\u2019s<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47848 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/gilroys-brewery.jpg\" alt=\"gilroy's brewery\" width=\"780\" height=\"438\" \/><br \/>\nGilroy\u2019s is absolutely one of South Africa\u2019s original craft breweries with Gilroy himself still telling Irish jokes and downing his own ale during Sunday lunch. Big wooden tables are squeezed in wherever they\u2019ll fit and the restaurant and bar pack out most weekends with regulars, tourists and new initiates alike. Weekends bring live performances and lunch specials.<\/p>\n<p>Ngwenya Glass Village, c\/o Beyers Naude &amp; R114, Muldersdrift.<\/p>\n<h2>8. Smack! Republic<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47814 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG-20130309-WA0005.jpg\" alt=\"smack! brewery\" width=\"780\" height=\"780\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This artisanal brewery is smack-bang in the city situated at the Arts on Main complex in Maboneng, making it popular with marketgoers on a Sunday. Visitors to Smack! can get a better look at how their beers are made and taste along the way and then round it off with something tasty from Market on Main. The brewery also arranges food and beer pairing evenings on occasion.<\/p>\n<p>13, Arts on Main Building, 266 Fox St, Johannesburg.<\/p>\n<h2>9. Soweto Gold<\/h2>\n<p>A craft brewery with a difference, Ubuntu Kraal Brewery is right in the heart of the<em> kasi<\/em> serving up its popular beers and delicious township food to guests. Soweto Gold has become an iconic symbol of Soweto and between the beer tasting, tours of the brewery and tasty fare, there\u2019s no wonder Jo\u2019burgers are rushing to get there!<\/p>\n<p>11846 Senokoanyana Street, Soweto.<\/p>\n<h2>10. The Cockpit Brewhouse<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47834 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cockpit-road-house.jpg\" alt=\"The Cockpit Brewhouse\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The diamond of the beer industry in Cullinan, Cockpit Brewhouse is an aviation-themed brewery offering tastings and a full menu. Beers here are typically ales and are named after a famous aircraft. Enjoy a spitfire, mustang or black widow while listening to the brewmaster explain the personality of each ale. If you\u2019re a fan of beer in your food too, then try the beef and stout pie.<\/p>\n<p>80 Oak Ave, Cullinan.<\/p>\n<h2>11. Lucky Rodrigo<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47841 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lucky-rodrigo.jpg\" alt=\"lucky rodrigo 'Melina of Are you Charlie?'\" width=\"780\" height=\"448\" \/><span style=\"font-size: xx-small;\"> Courtesy of <a href=\"http:\/\/areyoucharlie.blogspot.co.za\/2012\/07\/lucky-rodrigo.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"> Melina of &#8220;Are you Charlie?&#8221;<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>What better way to enjoy one of Pretoria\u2019s best burgers than to match it with one of the craft beers on tap or available by the bottle at Lucky Rodrigo? This eatery offers a great, relaxed atmosphere, a menu worth salivating over and a good selection of craft to go along with it all. Other than Capital Craft, this has to be one of my favourite spots in Pretoria for beer, burgers and a big night out.<\/p>\n<p>The Hillside Street and Alpine Way, Pretoria.<\/p>\n<h2>12. Brauhaus am Damm<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-47845 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Home-Slider-2.jpg\" alt=\"Brauhaus am Damm\" width=\"780\" height=\"528\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Ok, so this one is a little bit of a cheat since Brauhaus on Dam falls just outside of Gauteng in the North West Province, but we couldn\u2019t help ourselves! The German flair of this unique microbrewery is worth seeing for yourself, naturally while enjoying a beer and overlooking the <a class=\"zem_slink\" title=\"Olifantsnek Dam\" href=\"http:\/\/maps.google.com\/maps?ll=-25.785,27.2588888889&amp;spn=0.01,0.01&amp;q=-25.785,27.2588888889 (Olifantsnek%20Dam)&amp;t=h\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"geolocation noopener noreferrer\">Olifantsnek Dam<\/a> below. All of the Bavarian-style beers at Brauhaus am Damm are available on tap and pair pretty well with the German-influenced meals on the menu here. Take a seat near the copper kettles or outside in the beer garden, whatever suits your mood.<\/p>\n<p>R24 between Rustenburg and Joburg, Rustenburg.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t forget to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/sign-up\">sign up to our newsletter\u00a0<\/a>to stay on top of flight deals, travel tips and so much more.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><i>All information on this blog page was correct at the time of publishing and may change at any time without prior notice. Travelstart will not be held liable for loss or inconvenience resulting from the use of out-dated or incorrectly noted information.<\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[Updated October 2020] There\u2019s absolutely no reason not to enjoy your craft beer at the brewery it was made with this list of top places to enjoy a proudly South African brew, or even somewhere nearby with a great selection of lagers, ales and stouts made right here at home! 1. 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