University life is all about balance. Balancing deadlines, balancing your budget with your need
for good food, and balancing on the pavement after happy hour. If you want to stretch your
rands while still living your best student life, these top five bar specials will keep you full,
hydrated, and financially afloat.
- Dorp – The Triple Threat Tuesdays and Beyond
● Monday (11:00-15:00): 2 Chicken Burgers for R100— why have one when you can have
two?
● Tuesday (11:00-22:00): Steak and chips for R90. If you are feeling fancy, a poke bowl for
R50. Wash it all down with cocktails for R42 (16:00-19:00) because staying hydrated is
crucial.Top 5 Bar Specials That Will Save Your Wallet
● Thursday (All Day): Pizza for R75—so you do not have to survive on two-minute
noodles.
● Sunday (11:00-22:00): Cocktails for R42.
Pro Tip: Bring a friend on Mondays for the 2 Chicken Burgers deal and pretend you are being
generous when you are just making the most of your budget. - Bohemia – Happy Hour, Happy Life
If your life mantra is “double or nothing”, then Bohemia’s Happy Hour (Every. Single. Day. from
6-8 pm) is for you.
● X2 Black Label, Tafel, or Brutal Fruit for R42
● X2 Flying Fish or Hunters Gold/Dry for R52
● Double brandy, double vodka, or double rum + mix for R62
Pro Tip: If you can still pronounce Bohemia correctly after Happy Hour, you have not used the
specials to their full potential. - Aandklas – Sunday Funday Done Right (and more)
● Sunday: Cocktails for R38 and all pizzas for R75—because you deserve nice things after
a long week.
● Daily Deals:
● 3L Beer Tower + x2 Burgers for R295
● 2 Chicken Burgers and Chips for R100
● Steak and Chips for R90 - Punkstellies – Where Every Night Feels Like a Weekend
Why wait for the weekend?
● Monday: All pizzas for R75
● Tuesday (11:00-23:00): Cocktails for R42—Because? Self-care.
● Wednesday (from 18:00): Buy 1 Get 1 Free on beers, draughts, brandy, vodka, gin,
ciders, and whiskey. Also known as: “How to turn a casual drink into a full-blown party.”
● Wednesday (from 18:00): Vodka and Red Bull for R40.
● Thursday (20:00): Karaoke night. Free entry. No excuses.
● Sunday: x2 Fish and Chips for R110 because you need to restore your energy before the
week starts again. - De Lapa – The Ultimate Date Night Hack
Need to impress someone without spending your entire grocery budget? De Lapa has got you.
● Monday-Saturday (17:00-19:00): Large pizza with one meat or veg topping + x2 500ml
draughts or x2 cocktails for R125.
There you have it. The ultimate guide to eating and drinking without breaking the bank. Whether
you are looking for a cheap meal or a post-class pick-me-up, these specials have you covered.
By Agnes Homwe
