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🥘 Gourmet Street Food & Artisanal Eats

The market’s ground floor is a culinary wonderland filled with the sights, smells, and sounds of over 40 food vendors serving global and local flavors:

🍴 Popular Eats Include:

• Wood-fired pizzas, gourmet burgers, and bao buns

• South African classics like boerewors rolls, bunny chow, and vetkoek

• Ethiopian injera, Indian curries, Mexican tacos, and Thai noodles

• Fresh oysters, sushi, and seafood paella cooked on-site

• Plant-based and vegan options, including cold-pressed juices and smoothie bowls

🍰 Sweet Treats:

• Craft donuts, handmade chocolate, cupcakes, and artisan ice cream

• Gourmet pastries and baked goods from local patisseries

It’s not just food—it’s interactive theatre. Watch vendors prepare meals before your eyes, smell spices in the air, and chat with makers who are passionate about their craft.

🍷 Craft Drinks & Rooftop Bar Vibe

Head upstairs to the open-air rooftop and you’ll find:

• Craft beer bars from Johannesburg microbreweries

• South African wines by the glass or bottle

• Signature cocktails and local gins

• Communal seating under shaded umbrellas

• Live DJs or musicians spinning house, Afrobeat, or soul

The rooftop is the market’s social heartbeat—a laid-back space with incredible skyline views, perfect for mingling, sipping, and soaking up the Jozi energy.

👗 Fashion, Design & Urban Culture

The market also showcases emerging and established local designers, artists, and makers:

🛍️ Goods to Explore:

• Locally made fashion, accessories, and handbags

• Handcrafted jewelry, beadwork, and upcycled fashion

• Original art, prints, and photography from Joburg creatives

• Natural skincare and eco-conscious products

You’ll find bold Afro-centric designs, streetwear, vintage items, and unique one-of-a-kind pieces—ideal for those wanting to take home authentic Joburg style.

🎶 Live Music & Ambience

Neighbourgoods always has a pulse:

• DJs playing curated live sets, from jazzy soul to deep house

• Spontaneous drum circles or live acts

• A buzz of voices, laughter, and clinking glasses

• Locals dancing or just lounging as the afternoon sun sets over Braamfontein

It’s not just a market—it’s an experience that celebrates Jozi’s raw creativity and cultural mix.

🧒 Family-Friendly Hours

The market is family-friendly early in the day, with quieter vibes before lunch. Some vendors cater specifically to kids with treats, snacks, and juices. It becomes more of a social hangout with music and adult beverages from midday onwards.

📍 Location & Hours

• Address: 73 Juta Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg

• Open: Saturdays only, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

• Parking: Nearby paid lots and street parking

• Easily accessible from Rosebank, Sandton, or Maboneng by Uber or Gautrain

🌟 Why Visit the Neighbourgoods Market?

Neighbourgoods isn’t just a market—it’s a living snapshot of Johannesburg’s creative soul. With delicious food, bold fashion, cool beats, and a sense of shared community, it’s the kind of place that defines the new South African urban lifestyle.

Whether you’re a traveler wanting to meet locals, a foodie chasing your next bite, or an art lover searching for underground talent—this is where it all comes together.