FAQs

We are a one-of-a-kind event and function venue in the heart of Cape Town. Located on the iconic Bree street, this unique space boasts breathtaking panoramas of Table Mountain, Lion’s Head & the city skyline. A blank canvas for you to create a remarkable event.

The space includes 250m2 of glassed-in space with a large stylish bar. We have a 150m2 deck, which has unrestricted views of Table Mountain and Lion’s Head – the perfect place for your guests to enjoy sundowners.

We are also a perfect daylight photography studio, with natural light pouring in from our glass windows and skylight.

A hallmark feature of the space is the retractable skylight roof, which opens and closes with the click of a button. Enjoy an open-air function if the weather permits and close the roof in seconds if the weather turns. The space has floor to ceiling double volume windows with views in almost every direction.

We are available seven days a week (08:00AM to 12:30AM*), subject to availability.
*Music to be completely switched off by 11:00 PM. If you do not adhere to this rule, the deposit will not be refunded.

Please email us at bookings@rooftoponbree.com to enquire about our pricing.

Venue Size: Indoor ~250m2 and outdoor ~150m2
Capacity: 120 people, non-negotiable as per fire & safety regulation
Furniture: The space comes empty of furniture except for a sophisticated 6m bar (see below for furniture hire recommendations)
There are two trusses from which lighting and sound can be secured
The space also has one large infinity wall available for photography studio rentals
Service Lift: The space is accessible only by stairs and an outdoor goods lift (not suitable for people). The lift has a capacity of 200kg and is only to be operated by a member of Rooftop on Bree staff.
Built-in sound system (R3500 usage fee)

Furniture, catering, lights, sound and other production elements are not included in the venue hire price. We have a list of preferred suppliers (see below). We also provide the option to hire a production manager who will take charge of all your production needs prior to, and on the day of, your function. A fee of 10% of your total production bill will be charged for the production manager. Production managers will invoice clients privately.

Yes, we have several suppliers that we recommend. Please feel free to reach out to them and let them know that you are planning on having an event at our space.

Catering: Between Us
info@betweenus.capetown
082 459 4170

Catering: Guyall’s Kitchen
info@guyallskitchen.co.za
084 844 1118

Catering: The Velvet Effect
chad@velveteffect.co.za
damien@velveteffect.co.za
074 495 0784
083 792 7334

Lights & Sound: Output AV
info@outputav.co.za
082 301 4371

Furniture: Urban Tonic
info@urbantonic.co.za
021 713 4439

Furniture: Makiti Hire
admin@makitihire.co.za
021 981 1901

Stretch Tent: Dimensions
info@dimensionstents.com
082 395 8838

To secure a date, a 50% non-refundable deposit is required. Dates will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.

Yes we have a fixed onsite liquor license for sale and consumption of liquor.

There is a large outdoor space at the back of the venue available for temporary kitchens to be erected. There is access to a sink and plug points.

Our space has two unisex toilets and three urinals. The bathroom facilities are included in the package and are a permanent fixture.

Only our in house sound system will be permitted to be used in the venue as a noise assessment has been done with this system and the necessary limiters have been installed. No external sound systems will be permitted.

There is no smoking inside the venue. Designated smoking areas are provided on the outdoor deck. Smoking outside of the designated areas will incur a fine.

Rooftop on Bree is located on the rooftop of a business building, and therefore activity at the venue may have an impact on other building tenants (noise, lude behavior of guests, disturbance during load-in and out, etc.) We expect all guests to be respectful and act sensibly, while preparing, enjoying, and celebrating at the venue.

The venue closes at 12:30AM. 12:30AM is the final vacate time of the last person leaving the building. No loitering in the entrance of the building as this is shared with other tenants and must be kept clear of guests aside from entrance / exit.

When possible, all decorations and equipment must be delivered and set up on the same day as the event, and removed at the conclusion of the event, unless by prior arrangement.

Nothing may be nailed, tacked, taped, hung, stapled or affixed in any way to the facility, inside or out. All technical requirements and arrangements must be agreed upon between the customer and Rooftop on Bree before the event. Infinity walls can be painted at the client’s expense and should be painted white after use.

Should there be any damage to either the venue or its contents during an event, the client (hiring the venue) will be held responsible. Confirmation of an event serves to confirm that any damage will be repaired or replaced without question by the client within a 7-day period after the event, upon receipt of written request to do. We will also take a R5 000 breakage deposit which will be returned within 7 days of the event if nothing is damaged.

Guests attend Rooftop on Bree at their own risk. Rooftop on Bree, its suppliers, its agents, employees and assignees shall not be held liable for any theft, injury, loss or damage of whatever nature, and the client and guests hereby waive any claims that may arise against any of these parties. By confirming an event at Rooftop on Bree, the client accepts the above terms and conditions.

The venue is lit up by over 80 warm white down lighters. There are also blue uplighters that shine into the roof. The venue is well insulated and retains heat well. On particularly colder evenings in winter, we suggest bringing in gas heaters or an alternative heating mechanism

There are five plug points around the venue, including two that are accessible from the roof should you want to add additional lighting.

12+ Months in Advance = Full Refund - 10% Handling Fee
6-11 Months in Advance = 50% Refund & further 25% should the date be rebooked.
Less than 6 Months in Advance = No refund unless the date is rebooked less 25%

Due to the proximity of our residential neighbors we do have some noise restraints
1. Music is to be switched completely off by 11pm. 2. Music is not to go over 74Db’s (inside the venue). 2.a. You are welcome to schedule a sound check before booking the venue to hear how loud this is. 3. The roof is not allowed to be open while there is music on.