Smoking Kills

Johannesburg, South Africa

For those looking for an unapologetic dive bar in Johannesburg’s Melville area – a fun, no-nonsense drinking hole without an ounce of pretension – Smoking Kills is the place to be. Punk and grunge inform the decor, with graffiti adorning the walls and a solitary television playing old cartoons. Unlike some dive bars, there’s a quality drinks selection here, with plenty of drinks specials throughout the week. Rum is the name of the game at Smoking Kills, from the broad selection behind the bar, to the brief, rum-soaked cocktail list with options such as a Peanut Colada or Marsala Rum Sour. There’s an impressive selection of craft beer, and affordable food to accompany all of this too, such as pulled beef with chips. The bar is a gig venue too, featuring local bands on a regular basis.

Key Information

• Average price per cocktail $5
• Wed – Sun
• +27 71 346 8804
• Visit Smoking Kills's Website

Location

78a Avenue, 4th Ave, Melville, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2092