Radium Beer Hall

Johannesburg


The shining light of Louis Botha’s faded nightlife, the Radium, established in 1929, is reputed to be Jo'berg's oldest boozer. The memorabilia gives the feel of drinking in a museum, and the live music is world class. Steaks and Portuguese flavours dominate the dependable pub menu (mains R70 to R120), with half-price pizza on Tuesday.


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