Port Elizabeth Restaurants

Dine within the cool surrounds or sit along the waters edge. El Greco invites striking feature walls in bold shades of blue and red complimented by world-class service. The extensive menu secures Afro-Grecian fusion cuisine complimented by a fully stocked bar for pre-dinner drinks. Enjoy typical South African steaks, chicken, seafood and delicious spicy Greek sauces on signature dishes of fillet ala El Greca, lamb shank and ribs. Satisfy your hunger for some traditional fare at El Greco in Summerstrand.

This boma style restaurant secures a picturesque setting on the slopes of Lady’s Slipper Mountain in Emerald Hill. Catering for a range of tastes and traditional South African cuisine, Falcon Rock Country Restaurant opens the dining experience with summer alfresco setting alongside a roaring outdoor fire. Start with crumbed mushrooms stuffed with feta, served with tartare sauce followed by a portion of hearty bangers and mash in a tomato relish served with country style mash. Enjoy lunch in the tranquil tea garden perusing the a la carte menu or Sunday lunch in a relaxed country setting on the slopes of Lady’s Slipper Mountain at Falcon Rock Country Restaurant.

Complimented by views overlooking citrus orchids and the Kouga Mountains, Padlangs invites relaxation and languid dining in a shabby chic setting exuding rustic elegance. Serving a wide variety of country delights such as venison pie, curried pineapple and famous Patensie potatoes, diners are spoilt with hearty favourites and delicious Sunday carveries.

Nestled in 6500 hectares of African bushveld, overlooking Lake Kariega, Pumba Game Reserve Restaurant entices with breathtaking views and traditional cuisine served in a variety of locations. Dine within the thatched restaurant with magnificent views of the African wilderness or in luxurious central dining room, on deck or by boma with special candlelight dinners available on request. Discover wildest Africa in all her colours, tastes and tradition at the Pumba Game Reserve in the highlands of Port Elizabeth.

Framed by timber ceilings, flooring touched with earthy colours and Indian flare memorable of bygone days. Curry dishes have a variety of tastes such as the milder korma chicken curry, zesty roghan josh and the hot lamb vinadaloo. Mouth-watering curries are served with naans flavoured with garlic or butter made in the in the traditional Tandoori clay oven on charcoal. Tempt the palate with starters of tandoori chicken and chicken tikka baked in the oven. For a taste of authentic India in copper pots, kadai, handis, tavis and baltis visit Raasoie Ethnic Indian Cuisine.

Warmed by caramel rich floors and ornate chandeliers, Ripple Hill Hotel nestles on the brim of Baviaanskloof Reserve. Built in 1946, this hotel is reminiscent of a bygone era complimented by warm ambiance and good friendly service. The extensive menu boasts best AAA grade matured beef, pizzas and salads to burgers, toasted sandwiches, fish and chicken dishes, with an occasional treat of fresh fish caught off the coast. For starters, try the crab sticks, crumbed and deep-fried served with tartar sauce and for light meals the fish special, 150g hake fillet, topped with creamy mushroom sauce and cheddar cheese, wood oven baked served with chips. Mains tempts the palate with chicken cordon bleu, stuffed with ham, cheese and mushrooms, coated in breadcrumbs, deep-fried and smothered in a creamy sauce served with vegetables and chips. Steeped in history and delicious cuisine, Ripple Hotel provides a cosy setting indoors or on the stoep perfect for languid dining.

Enjoy full buffet breakfasts, light lunches and Sunday buffets on the sunny shores of Beach Road. For starters, enjoy calamari, shrimps and mussels, baked in a creamy cheese sauce topped with more cheese. For mains, the grilled salmon fillet dressed with Mediterranean salsa on crushed new potatoes with seasonal vegetables and a saffron sauce hits the spot concluded by silky smooth crème brule with caramelized turkey and apricots. Peruse the buffet oasis at Sandpiper Restaurant across the road from pristine Kings Beach.

Exuding a warm and cosy ambiance with traditional food spilling off the menu, Shanna’s offers an intimate setting perfect for private conversations and authentic cuisine. Meals are prepared using fresh ingredient with an array of dishes to choose from such as prawns, feijoda, espetada, bacalhau and peri-peri chicken. Visit Shanna’s for a taste of Portugal and relaxed atmosphere.

With an earned reputation for satisfying the most discerning palates, Squires Legendary Grill brims with succulent selections of appetizers, salads, chicken, beef and seafood. Partnered with a complimenting wine list and inviting ambiance, diners immerse the senses in cool surrounds wrapped in dark wood panelling, heightened by ceilings dressed in low hung lights and leather sofas contrasted by black and white portraits. Exuding the intimate appeal of a gentleman’s cigar lounge, Squires Legendary grill makes for a satisfying meal and provocative cuisine perfect for discerning steak connoisseurs.

Embracing traditional décor enhanced by white rattan chairs and large murals on the wall, The Bayside Pantry invites casual buffet dining. Extensive choices offer salads, seafood, buffet breakfasts, Sunday buffets and a la carte breakfasts. Enjoy a feast for the senses at The Bayside Pantry in Summerstrand where buffet dining transports the palate to another dimension.

Boasting scrumptious cuisine spilling off the extensive menu, diners enjoy traditional English fare in a relaxed and vibrant setting. Dine indoors wrapped in dark wood panelling, low lighting and historic artefacts or outdoors in the wooden booths or social tables and benches. Serving beer on tap and one of the fines collections of draft beer in the Eastern Cape diners enjoy signatures dishes such as eisbein and ribs with a refreshing pint. Relax and slow down the senses at The Brewmaster for traditional English fare and ambiance.

Boasting stylish cuisine in an airy modern tiered dining room, The Crest Restaurant invites romantic dinners, languid lunches and sumptuous breakfasts under wooden beams and stylish décor. Start the morning with a continental buffet brimming with fresh fruits, yoghurts, cereals, pastries from The Baker's Basket and cold meats and cheeses. Indulge in decadent dinners featuring mouth-watering seafood, fresh salads and choice of carvery meats followed by delectable deserts. The Crest Restaurant serves delicious Sunday buffet lunches, seafood, salad buffets, hot soup, carvery, garden fresh vegetables and a delicious dessert buffet. Visit The Crest Restaurant in Port Elizabeth for a delicious dining experience wrapped in boutique surrounds and gothic features.