Church on the Hill

Head down Algie Street in Shawlands and you'll find yourself in a bar that feels like it actually belongs to the locals rather than existing for Instagram. Church on the Hill has that reassuring quality of a place that's been doing its thing consistently well—the sort of spot where people genuinely seem to know each other without it feeling exclusive. You'll get quality cocktails and a respectable drinks list, but there's no needless faffing about or eye-watering prices. The food side is worth your attention too, pitched at that sweet spot between proper sustenance and something you'd actually want to eat.