Emalaydini Tavern has earned several headlines in recent years, from ultimate parties to contentious viral photos.
Despite its share of drama, the pub is popular among Gqeberha (previously known as Port Elizabeth) residents.
The establishment dominated headlines with social media images that have since become its trademark.
FACTS ABOUT THE CONTROVERSIAL EMALAYDINI TAVERN
Here are some random facts about the famous Gqeberha tavern.
ESTABLISHMENT AND LOCATION
The tavern is at 17362 Mbeki Street, Ezinyika ko17 6059, Port Elizabeth, South Africa. It opened in 2018 as an average joint before it became popular during the pandemic.
HOSTS A-LIST CELEBRITIES
In recent years Emalaydini Tavern has hosted several A-listers in the entertainment industry. Some of the celebrities who have been spotted at Emalaydini Tavern include:
- Zahara
- Late Mampintsha
- Babes Wodumo
- Vuyo Dabula
- Zodwa Wabantu
- Cairo CPT
OWNERS OF THE TAVERN
However, little is known about the tavern owners, but the Sowetan reported that Masinga Mungane is one of the co-owners of the Emalaydini tavern.
WOES WITH THE EASTERN CAPE LIQUOR BOARD
After sharing pictures of underage children at the establishment, some enjoying booze, the tavern hogged headlines for the wrong reasons.
The viral pictures almost got the tavern’s operating license revoked. However, Emalaydini Tavern co-owner Masinga Mungane apologized for the incident and made it known that the children were outside the premises.
“Somehow, they do access alcohol, as seen in the pictures, but I suspect maybe they get it from adults who can legally buy.”