Eastern Cape Restaurants

Dressed in plush red cushioned chairs and vibrant colours, Bourbon Street swaddles the palate in cuisine influenced from around the globe. Enjoy delicious fare, alfresco on the wooden deck starting with a Kudu, Springbok and Ostrich Carpaccio. Transport the palate to spice laden streets of Mexico and Morocco with meals like the chicken quesadillas wrapped inside two flour tortillas topped with melted cheddar or Moroccan Lamb and lentil dish with a feta and yoghurt sauce. For a taste of Russia, escape to Moscow and delight in smoked Salmon pasta tossed in Vodka and a dill sauce dressed with capers and parmesan. The palate sings a chorus tucking into chicken Athena tossed with sun-dried tomatoes, olives and feta or the Prawns parmigiana sautéed in garlic, wine and parmesan. Meat eaters ravage the prime beef espetada laced with green peppers, mushrooms and bacon drizzled with butter. End the meal with a choc chip mountain drenched with ice cream and a hot fudge sauce. Bourbon Street satisfies the most discerning palate with global cuisine and eclectic charm in Robertson, just off Route 62.

This popular restaurant is situated within close proximity to the prestigious Paxton Hotel in a prime location above Humewood Road. Framed by eclectic décor warmed by natural crete-stone walls and vibrant abstract artwork, Café Brazilia exudes a contemporary Mediterranean feel bustling with activity. Boasting an excellent variety of dishes from open sandwiches, tramezzinis, and salads to impressive seafood platters and peppered ostrich fillet. Portuguese inspired dishes include the famous espetada, trinchado and Brazilian steak served with fried egg. Alongside the aforementioned, Café Brazilia offers beautifully presented salads of which the spicy grilled chicken salad comes highly recommended. Conclude the dining experience with a selection of cakes and tarts, which includes Café Brazilia's famous baked Cheesecake.

Cradled in indigenous bush setting high above Chinta East, Country Bumpkin Restaurant exudes relaxed dining and quality food indoors or alfresco on the wrap around porch. Serving buffet meals, seafood platters and an array of delicious delicacies, diners explore the cuisine over candle lit dinners and relaxed family lunches. Country Bumpkin Restaurant relaxes the senses in a laid-back setting complimented by fiery sunsets and natural bush setting.

Inventive global fare with emphasis on local produce and African influence, Five Elements Restaurant seduces the palate with sophisticated flair. Relax in tranquil surrounds perusing the seasonal menu enjoying the scenic vistas at Five Elements Restaurant

Situated on an expansive treed oasis, Mangold’s Restaurant invites cosy dining wrapped in dark wood furniture, light shaded walls and ornate features. Serving mainly seafood and meat dishes alongside easy drinking wines, diners immerse the palate in calamari or the bauern platter - three meats and fried potato slices under mushroom sauce or a truly tender lamb shank. With hearty cuisine well presented, Mangold’s Restaurant makes for an enchanting escape to international fare.

The Peppermill Café entices the palate with indulging global tastes and smells that embrace the fresh tastes of the world. Serving a variety of mouth-watering meals alongside condiments, Peppermill Café uses the country’s rich resources to wet the appetite. Start the day with Good Morning Breakfasts boastings eggs, bacon, fruit, crispy croissants, omelettes and decadent pouched eggs topped with hollandaise sauce. If something a little lighter suits your palate, feast on toasted treats or open whole-wheat ciabattas topped with pastrami, Cajun chicken or super healthy hummus brimming with bean sprouts. From salad bowls with Carpaccio to pesto pasta, diners can sit back and enjoy the tranquil setting and indulging menu ranging from light snacks, mezzes, pates, global burgers and deliciously moist homemade cakes and fruit smoothies. Browse the Mill Centre displaying the countries biggest mohair and textile shop including porcupine ceramics while the kids play in the super friendly play area alongside the Angora Goats. The Peppermill Café is a relaxing and entertaining day out for all the family with an extensive Global menu that will satisfy the most discerning palate.

Simply Food delights with a cheery ambiance and simple menu offering scrumptious cuisine and heavenly bakes. Immerse the senses in food filled with taste explosions and quality ingredients over a long breakfast sampling croissants filled with creamy French-style scrambled eggs, or lunches of freshly baked quiches and wraps filled with prawn and sweet chilli cream cheese. The menu offers contemporary/international fare that delights the palate with scrumptious cuisine in a cheery setting off the scenic escape, Route 62.

Boasting generous portions and views that install an easygoing atmosphere, The Island Grill and Bar dishes hearty cuisine straight from the sea into your plate. Wine and dine on seafood and meaty cuisine flanked by scenic dunes and dense fynbos on dishes designed for every budget. Try the calamari or serious steaks, venison and poultry. The ribs sing a tender chorus drenched in a secret basting sauce. Deck baskets proffer perfect daytime dining with the menu boasting combinations of both seafood and grill, including hamburgers and snack-baskets. Compliment the meal with a great selection of the finest wines and abundant food selection.

Located next to Wharf Street Brewery wrapped in stone walls, graced with large black and white photographs, The Wharf Street Brew Pub and Bistro reflects Port Alfred in a bygone era. Serving an array of tempting lunch and dinner delights such as steaks, battered fish and chips and daily specials with fish and produce locally sourced. The Wharf Street Brew Pub and Bistro indulges with delectable delights and excellent wine list inspired by a bygone era.

Housed inside a quaint old house retaining characterful features, beautiful Oregon pine floors and roaring winter fires, Wicker Woods embraces quite sophistication. Delicious meals grace blackboards boasting starters of grilled calamari steak served with a lemon and coriander butter sauce on a bed of rice. Try light and crispy spring rolls served with a sweet chilli dipping sauce. For mains, tender and tasty steaks or the chicken stir-fry dressed in a hoi sin-based sauce, scattered with strips of chicken breast, peanuts and vegetables. Wicker Woods invites a wonderful dining experience complimented by outstanding cuisine and service.