What to order at Foresters Arms

Signature drink
Draught beer from the nearby Newlands brewery plus craft taps
Editor tip
Book ahead on a Test match or Currie Cup weekend, the beer garden near Newlands stadium fills up hours before kickoff.
CuisineCocktail Bar
TypeNeighbourhood pub
Price$$
NeighborhoodNewlands
HoursMon-Thu 11:30-23:00, Fri 11:30-24:00, Sat 09:00-23:00, Sun 09:00-22:00.
Signature drinkDraught beer from the nearby Newlands brewery plus craft taps
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Food program: Pub menu of homemade pies, wood fired pizzas and a Sunday carvery

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Location

Address: 52 Newlands Avenue, Newlands, Cape Town 7700

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