Whale Coast Restaurants

Take a helping of warm and cosy for ambience with a dollop of comfort food and one is sure to be having a traditional South African meal at Annie se Kombuis. Located on the west coast of the Western Cape, this Hermanus eatery is firm favourite with visitors all year round. Annie’s is all about traditional South African food. With an outstanding range of venison fillets to the likes of Kudu, Eland, Oryx (Gemsbok), Springbok and Ostrich the menu has exotic appeal. The traditional fare is all the favourites prepared the old fashioned way: Bobotie, Smoorsnoek and Waterblommetjies and many other pies and offal dishes. The Oxtail remains a popular choice. For those that believe in pudding (and rightly so) there’s sweet custard, Malva pudding and Cape Brandy Pudding – hard to resist! The wine list supports local wine producers of the Overberg region. With a great selection on offer, wine lovers will not be disappointed. Annie’s also hosts popular music evenings as entertainment for visitors to the sea-side town and locals alike.

Not only does Antonio's make the best pizzas and pastas, they also serve a wide variety of seafood and meaty dishes. Situated right on the water's edge in a private marina, the atmosphere is cosy and laid-back. Enjoy the warm welcome, kick back and tuck into some comfort food while you take in the spectacular views across the Harbour.

One of the most exciting and unusual restaurant in the world, Bientang’s Cave is a more than just a dining experience.Located in one of the most stunning Marine Reserves on the coast of the Western Cape and a mere 10 metres from the water’s edge, this unique restaurant is in a prime spot for watching whales play in the ocean as you dine on the finest seafood.Between May and December every year, Southern Right whales visit the shores of the Western Cape and Bientang’s Cave is perfectly placed to be able to see these magnificent creatures as you sit on the deck and sample from the fantastic menu and the extensive, award-winning wine list.

Satisfy your need for food and shopping in one fowl swoop when visiting The Bluebird Garage and Food Market. The vibrant setting housed in side a character-converted warehouse is a heartwarming neighbourhood hangout. Browse the aisles of vintage clothing, antiques and local crafts before feasting on freshly made delights and sinfully delicious baked goods. Open from 10am to 10pm on Fridays, The Bluebird Garage and Food Market is a must see venue in the heart of Muizenberg.

Experience Pacific - Rim Cuisine at it's best. Our Australian chef Sean Kiely brings together the fusion of international cuisine using fresh local produce. From humble beginnings, and after a period of being one of Simon's Town's best kept secrets, Boulders Beach Restaurant has grown to be recognised as one of the top restaurants in the area. Our menu features Pacific Rim Cuisine, by Australian Head Chef Sean Kiely, which he studied during his extensive travels through Asia and across the globe. Complementing the menu are various specials that change on a daily basis, an extensive wine selection chosen by a sophisticated palate and an earthly comfort that won't be ingored.

Situated in the heart of Muizenberg in an old Jewish Hotel, this family run restaurant offers high standards of cuisine and excellence. The varied menu serves delicious breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Enjoy a hearty famous breakfast burger or lunch, which caters for large appetites serving super-large burgers, served with garnish and chips, burgers are flame grilled to perfection. For fulfilling suppers, try Kosie's grilled chicken breast with a selection of mouth-watering vegetables followed by the temptress of deserts, caramel and banana pancakes topped with ice cream. With a cosmopolitan ambience heightened by interesting decorative features, Kosie’s Place makes for a well-served, remarkable setting serving unbeatable prices and mouth-watering dishes.

Restaurant De La Mer is the only restaurant in the Gansbaai Old HarbourLouise the mother / mother in-law, Dale the son / husband and Eileen the wife / daughter in-law, take enormous pleasure in welcoming you to their family-run, family-style restaurant.Meals are all freshly prepared with lots of love and effort. A selection of seafood, meat, basket meals, burgers, salads and deserts is on offer. Come and relax on the deck or inside the restaurant with a glass of wine or cocktail while watching the stunning sunsets over the ocean.Need to know? Out of season:Monday, Wednesday to Saturday09h00 to 22h00;Sundays09h00 to 16h00;Tuesdays – Closed.In season:Mondays – 17h00 to late;Tuesday to Saturday 09h00 to late;Sundays – 09h00 to 16h00.

This lively little restaurant boasts a “If you don’t eat with us, we’ll both starve” slogan that invites humour into this relaxed atmosphere. Located within the scenic poster town of Simon’s Town, Salty Sea Dog Restaurant offers simple food heightened by nautical artefacts and exposed wooden beams for a rustic dining experience. Dine alfresco or enjoy the sheltered warmth of indoor dining in the comfort of whitewashed walls and rustic thatched roofs exploring the succulent tastes of fresh seafood grilled to perfection or fried in a crisp light batter dressed in zesty basting sauce. From fresh fish to salads and light-hearted servings of chicken nuggets and hot dogs for children, Salty Sea Dog offers a relaxing and refreshing approach to traditional fish and chips by the harbour.

Enjoy spectacular sunsets over False Bay as your dine on delicious seafood, sushi and grills. With a stunning mountain backdrop and beautiful views of False Bay, the Surfside Restaurant is perfectly situated for a superb dining experience. Try the always-popular mussels or the sushi, prepared by a dedicated sushi chef from China. or those who fancy meat, there are mouth-watering grills and combo dishes. Dine in style and comfort at Surfside Restaurant.

Enjoy the warm hospitality of an owner managed fully licensed restaurant, and unique homely tea garden patio with a collection of price tagged antiques and collectables scattered about. Our traditional South African dishes as well as fresh line fish and ocean platters are enjoyed in the beautiful garden with seating under two old fig trees. Country home baked cheese cake with sticky figs, lemon meringue, scones with homemade jam, carrot cake muffins, or our death by chocolate are all to die for. A la Carte evening dining in homely Victorian decor. Karoo lamb chops, Springbok steaks, Game pie, matured fillets are a few of our dishes served on antique platters with old silver cutlery. Walls are papered in original 1916 newsprint with log fire lit on chilly winter evenings. Prepare to be surprised.