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Knysna is a coastal town and the flavours of the ocean influence much of its cuisine. Expect the freshest seafood - from the catch-of-the-day to coastal and cultured Knysna oysters. From world class cuisine to convenient street food, Knysna's restaurants promote the real wonder of food.

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Knysna has more than 80 restaurants to choose from and include themes that will excite your palate & tickle the taste buds. Choose between Zen Baroque, piquant, eclectic, cosmopolitan and many more!

Be prepared though - best to pack a well sized appetite as well!

  • 34º South - The Waterfront. Food emporium, deli, fresh seafood restaurant. 044 382 7331

  • Anchorage Restaurant - Gray Street. Seafood & Steaks. 044 382 2230

  • Caroline’s Bistro @ Belvidere Manor - Fine food and Cape wines. Bookings recommended. 044 387 1055

  • Ciao Amici - 66 Main Street. A taste of Italy. Pizza and Pasta. 044 382 4711

  • Cruise Café - Featherbed Co. Terminus. Contemporary menu & award winning wine list. 044 382 1693

  • Daniela’s @ Leisure Isle Lodge - Bayswater Str. Fine dining lunch and dinner. 044 384 0462

  • Dish Restaurant @ The Rex Hotel, Gray Street. Knysna`a chic bistro & cocktail bar. 044 302 5900

  • East Head Café - The Heads. Breakfast and lunch with a breathtaking view of the Heads. 044 384 0933

  • Falcon Creek Spur - The Waterfront. Family restaurant. 044 382 1195

  • Fat Susi's Coffee Place - Memorial Square, Main Road. Knysna's original coffee shop. 044 382 2961

  • Firefly Eating House - Old Cape Road. Fusion of global spices and curries. 044 382 1490

  • Fisherman’s Cabin - The Waterfront. Seafood & sushi restaurant. 044 382 7259

  • Harry B`s - Main Road. Great food, live music & awesome vibe. 044 382 5065

  • Hungry Heads Gourmet Food - Food to your door, ideal for self catering clients. 044 382 3794

  • ilê de pain - Thesen Island. European style bakery and café. Breakfast & lunch. 044 302 5707

  • JJ’s Restaurant - The Waterfront. South African cuisine. 044 382 3359

  • Knysna Hollow - Welbedacht Lane. Contemporary Cape Cuisine on a Country Estate. 044 382 5401

  • Leisure Isle Coffee Shop - Leisure Island. Tea, coffee and light meals. 044 384 1746

  • Longbarn Tavern - Pub and grill with live entertainment and slot machines. 044 382 3839

  • LTee’s Traditional Lunches - Nekkies (across from Sanlam centre. Township tavern. 073 499 5744

  • Lunar Café - Thesen Harbour Town. Light meals and coffee shop. 044 382 3780

  • Lush Restaurant - Thesen Harbour Town. Fine dining, lavish décor, excellent wine. 044 382 7196

  • Mother Holly’s Tea Garden @ Millwood Goldfields. Alfresco coffee shop. 082 396 2127

  • Niqua Choo Choo Tea Garden - Buffalo Bay Rd. Old station charm and breakfast & lunch. 083 266 4179

  • Num Num - The Boatshed on Thesen Islands. Delicatessen with natural foods. 044 302 5752

  • Paddle Cruiser - Featherbed Terminus. 4 Star dining on SA’s only paddle driven vessel. 044 382 1693

  • Panarottis - The Waterfront. Italian style family restaurant. 044 382 0721

  • Phantom Forest Boma - Phantom Pass. Pan African dinner in boma setting. 044 386 0046

  • Portland Manor - Rheenendal. Buffet and à la Carte dining in a historical country setting. 044 388 6404

  • Sirocco Restaurant - Thesen Harbour Town. Laid back lunches, dinners & cocktails. 044 3824874

  • The Bell @ Belvidere Manor. Breakfast, teas, sundowners, home bake & light meals. 044 387 1055

  • The Club House at Pezula - Relaxed atmosphere, breakfast & lunch daily. 044 302 5315

  • The Coffee Connection of Knysna - Main Road. Coffee shop & light meals. 044 382 2845

  • The Dry Dock Food Co. - The Waterfront. Continental atmosphere, fine foods. 044 382 7310

  • The Orchid Room - Simola Hotel & Spa. à la Carte fine dining & Sushi bar with views! 044 302 9600

  • The Oystercatcher - The Waterfront. Oyster bar and light meals. Live music. Fresh Oysters. 044 382 9995

  • The Red Barn Restaurant - Rheenendal. Deli and organic al fresco dining. 044 388 4757

  • The Shebeen - African fun pub & eating house. Pledge Square, Main Road. 044 382 6641

  • Totties Eatery - Rheenendal. Family restaurant. Buffet meals and awesome burgers. 044 389 0200 (Ext3)

  • Twin Palms Restaurant @ The St James Hotel. Up market a la carte restaurant. 044 382 6750

  • Zachary’s Restaurant @ Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa. Exclusive fine dining. 044 302 3333

  • Zinzi @ Tsala Treetop Lodges. Fine dining & excellent wines. 044 532 7818

    • Late Night Entertainment

  • The Swing Cafe

  • Tryst Dance Club & Cocktail Lounge | 8714 Waterfront Park, Waterfront Dr. Knysna | 044 382 0590

  • Zanzibar Cocktail Lounge | Main Road, Knysna | 044 382 0386

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