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Cause Effect Cocktail Kitchen

Cape Town, South Africa4.2(1.7k reviews)$$$

About

Cause Effect is a serious cocktail bar inside the Waterfront's converted Rocket Shed, known for its inventive, ingredient-led drinks menu. Expect exposed brick, low lighting, and bartenders who treat each cocktail like a kitchen project. Perfect for date nights or drinks before a Waterfront dinner.

Cause Effect sits inside the historic Rocket Shed at the V&A Waterfront. The bar takes a kitchen-first approach to cocktails, building drinks around fresh, seasonal ingredients. Bartenders work with genuine precision and enthusiasm. The space feels industrial but warm, with exposed brick walls and moody lighting setting the mood. The menu changes regularly, so regulars always find something new. Expect creative combinations that go beyond standard recipes. The food menu holds its own too, with small plates designed to complement the drinks. It draws a mixed crowd of locals and visitors who take their cocktails seriously. Go on a weeknight for a quieter, more personal experience at the bar.

Details

The Rocket Shed, 280 Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

Opening hours

Monday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM

Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM

Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM

Thursday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM

Friday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM

Sunday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM

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