Café Havana

Garden Route


The Cuban-themed stalwart of Mossel Bay's drinking and dining scene is still going, although it's not as popular as it once was. Stews, steaks and seafood all make it onto the menu and there's a good cocktail list. It stays open late and is a decent place for some after-hours' action.


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