Kitcheners, Johannesburg's second oldest bar, has officially reopened after nearly a year of closure. The beloved establishment, known for its history and its role as a gathering place for Joburgers, was saved by Play Braam, a development entity that owns multiple buildings in the Braamfontein precinct. The bar has undergone some minor changes, but its core essence remains, including its iconic velvet walls, hard wooden floors, and weekly comedy nights.
Kitcheners was officially reopened on Thursday in a launch attended by media and sports personalities.One of the things that stood out when Kicheners bar in Braamfontein closed down was the fond memories people have of Joburg’s second oldest bar.
Founded in 1902, Kitchener’s Carvery Bar was located next to Jimmy’s Inn, which together formed what was known as Milner Park Hotel. He reminisces about the stories he shared with other Kitchener patrons about where they had been earlier. “What I love is, if you’re a Joburger and you’ve ever come to Braam, Kitcheners is gonna be part of your culture,” said the comedian.
Play Braam could’ve done whatever they wanted with the space, but they opted to revive the more than century-old bar. Bar a few changes to the lavatories and some decorations just to jazz things up; it remains the same old Kitcheners with its velvet walls, hard wooden floor, and unchanged hip dinginess.
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