Klipkantien, Kalk Bay

A place that features and supports live music is always to be supported, in my view. There are so few venues left for musicians to play in, especially venues that are conducive to listening. And, being a jazz fan, a venue like Klipkantien that showcases young jazzers is even more of a gem.

Such a pity then that the food is so ordinary. If it’s edible, it’s only because the music is so distracting. Again such a shame, because the young European guys who own the spot are really full of hospitality, and the space is attractive: inside a big wooden bar counter and bistro tables, outside a lovely enclosed courtyard. It’s all part of the Majestic Village, one of Kalk Bay’s inner city re-developments and sits pleasantly just off the main drag. They offer breakfast, lunch and dinner, with music most nights. But you can also just come for the tunes, and have a drink or two.

021 788 2848. www.klipkantien.co.za

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