SEE: Africa's highest bar is in SA and even has a champagne vending machine!

SEE: Africa's highest bar is in SA and even has a champagne vending machine!

They really went and set the bar super high, literally.

SEE: Africa's highest bar is in SA and it even has a champagne vending machine
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Trying to remain relevant and exciting in the restaurant and hospitality industry can prove to be quite difficult.

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One has to remain innovative and constantly think outside of the box.

But how do you do that when it seems like pretty much everything has already been done?

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You build a bar on the tallest building in South Africa of course.

The Leonardo, situated in Sandton, is exactly that and claims its title proudly, but now it has gone even further and so the tallest building in the country is home to the highest urban bar in the country.

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It is a massive 234 metres off the ground and the building itself also houses 232 luxury apartments, eight penthouses, nine conference rooms and many other super fancy amenities.

The bar, called Alto234, is on the 57th floor of the building and has officially opened its door to the public.

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And trust us when we say it is not for the faint of heart and you shouldn't even think about going if you are the tiniest bit afraid of heights.

SEE: Africa's highest bar is in SA and it even has a champagne vending machine
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It has a breathtaking 360-degree view of Johannesburg. From East to West you can see the Voortrekker Monument, the OR Tambo International Airport and the Magaliesberg mountain range.

Due to current COVID-19 regulations, only 50 people are allowed but the bar has a capacity of 100 people and there are many different seating areas with fire pits, dining areas, etc.

SEE: Africa's highest bar is in SA and it even has a champagne vending machine
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Food and drinks are provided by AURUM Restaurant but what really caught our attention was the gifted Moët Mini Machine, which was given to Alto234 by Moët & Chandon and was delivered to the 57th floor via helicopter.

Talk about boujee!

Guests are more than welcome to help themselves to a 200ml Moët Mini bottle for only R345 each.

SEE: Africa's highest bar is in SA and it even has a champagne vending machine
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So if you're looking for a bit of an adventure and want to treat yourself to something nice, then this might just be the place for you!

One last tip from us - don't look down.

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