Mitchell's Scottish Ale House

About Mitchell's Scottish Ale House

Mitchell’s Scottish Ale House is a legendary fixture of the V&A Waterfront’s nightlife, offering an electric, high-energy pub experience housed within the historic Old Dock Master Building. As a trailblazer in Cape Town’s craft beer scene, this vibrant alehouse boasts an impressive selection of sixteen draught beers on tap and an extensive whisky menu, making it a favorite for both locals and international travelers. The lively atmosphere is fueled by regular live music, traditional bagpipe performances, and big-screen sports broadcasts, while the kitchen serves up hearty, comforting pub classics like traditional fish and chips, bangers and mash, and wood-fired pizzas. Fully inclusive with comprehensive wheelchair accessibility across its seating, entrance, and restrooms, Mitchell’s provides the perfect, welcoming waterfront backdrop for a casual lunch, a rowdy match-day gathering, or late-night drinks until the early hours of the morning.