Mossel Bay Restaurants

Nestled in the heart of the Rivera Hotel along the banks of the Hartenbos Lagoon is a sanctuary bursting with flavour inspired by Africa and the deep blue sea. Cradled by the Indian Ocean and outstretched beaches, lush vegetation and the rocky face of the Outeniqua Mountain, Driftwood inspires a décor fresh from the sea and roots of Africa. The calm and spacious nautical theme compliments the mouth-watering comfort food served in generous portions of fusion. Entice the palate with delicious morsels before watching the sun set from the open deck sipping a cooling cocktail or selection of local wines. Boasting mouth-watering food and a view to kill, Driftwood Restaurant is your nautical retreat to the sea for casual cool comfort.

Housed in an old stone house, just off Main Street, Jazzbury’s Restaurant soothes the senses with hearty cuisine and light jazz drifting in the background. Famous for Ostrich, diners choose from extensive starters and mains. Starters boast fried Ostrich Liver, dressed in butter and brandy and served with grilled vegetables. Main course entices with Ostrich wings - marinated in oyster sauce, ginger, honey and chilli. For heartier appetites choose the mixed Ostrich grill served with traditional South African mielie-meal, sweet potato and sweet corn. The menu boasts popular meals such as bobotie and Karoo Lamb shank and large fresh soles, purchased daily from the harbour. Delight the senses with heaven on a trolley. Pick from delectable choices such as Cape Brandy pudding and cheesecake to mention a few. Jazzbury’s warms the spirit with African delights and a wine selection straight from the heart of the Karoo.

Enjoy traditional South African food relaxing along the peninsula with the aroma of freshly baked breads, potjiekos and spitbraai’s filling the air. Kaai4 Restaurant entices with a dish for every palate at an incredible seaside venue. Sample traditional fare such as Kaai 4 braai pie and salad, freshly baked potbrood and biltong or chicken potjie with bread and salad alongside a Sunday buffet boasting extensive choices. Kaai4 Restaurant is a relaxing seaside retreat along the harbour shores of Mosselbay.