News Cafe Rosebank: Where Rosebank’s Days Start Bright and Nights Go Bold

From breakfast to bottle service, this Rosebank hotspot nails the brief – every time.

In a city that moves fast and parties harder, News Cafe Rosebank still holds its own as one of Joburg’s most iconic social playgrounds. It’s more than just a restaurant, more than a bar, and more than a café – it’s all three. Whether it’s coffee at 9 am or cocktails at midnight, this local legend sets the vibe.

And in 2025, it’s still setting the pace.

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Born in Hatfield, Still Boss in Rosebank

Launched in Pretoria back in 1995, News Cafe helped pioneer South Africa’s café culture. These days, the brand stretches across Africa, but the Rosebank branch remains one of its crown jewels. The space is bold, the lighting flattering, and the playlist? Always on point – think amapiano, Afro-soul, and old-school hip-hop in a seamless loop.

It’s the kind of place where creatives host meetings over cappuccinos, freelancers pull out laptops for a working breakfast, and the evening crowd orders Pornstar Martinis like clockwork.

A Cocktail Menu That Steals the Show

If there’s one thing News Cafe Rosebank takes seriously, it’s cocktails. Their Rush Hour Special (R65 from 2pm–6pm daily) pulls a loyal crowd, but the full list is where the real fun lives.

Try the Ripple Effect – a dramatic mix of Grey Goose vodka, pomegranate, and agave foam. Or the colour-changing Float Like a Butterfly, featuring tequila, orange juice, and butterfly pea flower.

And the names? Faithful Bitch, Coco Mambo, 7 Deadly Sins – they’re bold, cheeky, and hard to resist. Everything is mixologist-approved, visually stunning, and extremely Instagrammable.

Image 1: Facebook/News Cafe

Come Hungry, Leave Impressed

You wouldn’t expect such serious food at a place this vibe-heavy, but News Cafe delivers. Start your morning with a Dirty Chai Latte and the Smashed Avo Sunrise. Or dive into the Smoked Salmon Hash if you’re feeling fancy.

By lunch, it’s time for crispy chicken bao, seafood linguine, or the Cajun chicken & corn salad. And yes – the nachos come in solo or table-sharing size. Whether you’re dining alone, with your crew, or making up for last night, the menu has something for everyone.

What Jozi Says

Locals are loyal. TikTok and Instagram are filled with birthday cheers, date nights, and outfit checks – all shot under those iconic News Cafe lights. On X (formerly Twitter), users call it “the OG that never misses” and “the only place where brunch turns into a jol and no one’s mad about it.”

Travellers love it too – especially those staying in Rosebank, who want a stylish, fuss-free way to ease into the city’s food and nightlife scene.

Three decades in, News Cafe still leads the way in South African social dining. And the Rosebank branch proves that consistency, creativity, and good energy never go out of fashion.

So whether you’re toasting something special or just making it through another week – News Cafe Rosebank has a table, a cocktail, and a beat waiting for you.

Quick Info

• Location: The Zone @ Rosebank, Johannesburg

• Vibe: Stylish, buzzy, day-to-night

• Rush Hour Specials: R65 cocktails, daily 2pm–6pm

• Menu Highlights: Signature cocktails, brunch classics, bao buns, seafood linguine, nachos

• Tip: Order a Ripple Effect and thank us later

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