Crew Bar
About this venue
Crew Bar is a long-running LGBTQ+ bar in De Waterkant, known for its relaxed daytime energy and cruisier, more social vibe as the night unfolds. It’s a familiar stop for locals and visitors alike — whether you’re dropping in for a casual drink or staying on as the atmosphere builds.
The bar attracts a mixed crowd and offers an easygoing setting that encourages conversation, connection, and people-watching. Music plays a supporting role rather than dominating the space, making Crew Bar a popular choice for pre-club meet-ups, low-key nights out, or spontaneous plans that start with one drink and go from there.
Comfortable, unpretentious, and distinctly queer, Crew Bar has earned its place as a staple of Cape Town’s LGBTQ+ nightlife. It’s the kind of venue where regulars are common, newcomers feel welcome, and no two nights quite play out the same way.
Quick Overview
- LGBTQ+ bar in De Waterkant, Cape Town
- Features outdoor terrace, cocktail bar, dance floor
- Today: Open 18:00–02:00
- 18+
Venue Details
- Venue type
Bars, Clubs - LGBTQ+ focus
LGBTQ+ Venue - Location
De Waterkant, Cape Town - Address
12 Cobern St, De Waterkant - Age restriction
18+
Opening hours
- Monday
18:00–02:00 - Tuesday
18:00–02:00 - Wednesday
18:00–02:00 - Thursday
18:00–02:00 - Friday
18:00–02:00 - Saturday
18:00–02:00 - Sunday
18:00–02:00
Kitchen open 6PM–11PM
Amenities
- Outdoor Terrace
- Cocktail Bar
- Dance Floor
- Smoking Area
- Outdoor Seating
- Air Conditioning
- Coat Check
- Live Entertainment
- Bar/Drinks
- Multiple Floors
- Food / Menu
Contact
Upcoming events at Crew Bar
- Amateur Night at Crew Bar — Monday, 12 October 2026 · 21:00–00:00 · Crew Bar · Free
- Fix — Wednesday, 14 October 2026 · 19:00–02:00 · Crew Bar · Free
- Friday Nights at Crew Bar — Friday, 16 October 2026 · 20:00–02:00 · Crew Bar · Free and Paid
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