Must-see restaurants in Knysna

  • Ile de Pain

    Knysna

    Ile de Pain is a wildly popular bakery and cafe that's as much a hit with locals as it is with tourists. There's an excellent breakfast menu, lots of…

  • Freshline Fisheries

    Knysna

    It can work out to be quite pricey since sides are ordered separately, but the seafood here really is worth it. It's a simple spot with tables on a sandy…

  • East Head Café

    Knysna

    There’s an outdoor deck overlooking the lagoon and ocean, lots of fish and seafood, plus a few vegetarian dishes. It's a very popular spot so expect to…

  • Sirocco

    Knysna

    Inside, it’s a stylish place to dine on sushi, steak and seafood; outside, it’s a laid-back bar with wood-fired pizzas and a range of Mitchell’s beers…

  • Chatters Bistro

    Knysna

    Restaurants seem to come and go in Knysna, but this pizza joint has been around a while. You'll also find burgers, pasta and some salads, plus a pleasant…

  • Olive Tree

    Knysna

    One of Knysna's more upmarket restaurants is a romantic spot with a blackboard menu that changes regularly. Bookings advisable.

  • 34 South

    Knysna

    With outdoor tables overlooking the water, decent sushi, deli produce and lavish seafood platters, this is a nice spot for lunch. The wine selection is…

  • Caffé Mario

    Knysna

    At the Waterfront, this is a good place for breakfast or coffee and cake. It also serves pizza and pasta.

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