The Dark Horse

The Dark Horse A relaxed cocktail bar with a flair for the unique.

25/06/2026

The Dark Notes Tiny Concert Series welcomes back Arno Carstens live in concert at 7 pm on Tuesday 21 July.

This celebrated South African singer-songwriter will be joined by another Dark Horse favourite and rising star, musician, song-writer and guitarist Frank Freeman.

Come in from the cold, order your favourite drink, and settle in for some truly cool vibes - maybe even grab a pre-show, two-course dinner at The Black Sheep beforehand.

However you show up, just don’t miss out.
Tickets are R250 for the concert or, for just R200 more, grab a ticket and that Black Sheep pre-show dinner for only R450.

Tickets are limited and both options are available on Quicket (link in our bio).




Come and have a cocktail in a sunbeam 😉We open at 1 pm See you soon …
13/06/2026

Come and have a cocktail in a sunbeam 😉
We open at 1 pm
See you soon …



26/05/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome VOLK to our Dark Notes Tiny Concert Series on 10 June. This alternative Afrikaans trio is hot off the mark after the release of their debut album ‘Na Twaalf’ last year.
 
They’ve already developed something of a cult following after hitting some of the biggest festivals in 2025. Bodene McKibbin of Backseat Mafia said of VOLK’s performance at Mieliepop Festival that it exuded ‘swagger, sexiness, and flawless sound’ and ‘a performance that was consistently electric’.
 
Lyrical and poetic, VOLK’s music moves with a dynamic charisma that’s impossible to ignore. Don’t miss them at the next Dark Notes.
 
Show starts at 7 and tickets are R250 – or, if you really want to make a night of it, book your two-course, pre-show dinner at The Black Sheep across the road for only R200 more.
 
Bookings at Quicket. Link in our bio.



11/05/2026

145darkhorse Our first Dark Notes of the season opens Tuesday 26 May with harmonica player extraordinaire Lonesome Dave
Ferguson.

Ferguson is a one-man, lo-fi, hi-impact explosion of trans-blues and country-dub. His solo show uses only
harmonica, human beat-box and vocals, recording live loops and then layering and building those loops to construct a song ...

Expect the grooviest of beats to go with your winter-warmer cocktails.

R250 per ticket, or if you really want to make the most of the night, book your two-course, pre-show dinner at The Black Sheep across the road for only R200 more.

Bookings at Quicket.





08/05/2026

Live music events at The Dark Horse are a go!
We had such a great time with our Dark Notes series last year that we thought it only right to repeat this winning, winter combination: a chilly night, a cosy lounge with live music, friends and a delicious drink in hand.
And if you really want to make it extra perfect: book your two-course, pre-show dinner at The Black Sheep across the road for only R200 more.
What better way to enjoy the best the Mother City has to offer?
Booking and events details To follow …




This …… ! Was never a better day for it !
24/03/2026

This …… !
Was never a better day for it !



Not sure there’s much more to add here !When you know you know 😉
18/03/2026

Not sure there’s much more to add here !
When you know you know 😉




Address

145 Kloof Street
Cape Town
8005

Opening Hours

Monday 10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00
Thursday 10:00 - 17:00
Friday 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday 10:00 - 15:00

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