Interested to read about behind the scenes insights from your favourite Garden Route restaurant? Then you’ve come to the right place as we will feature all the latest Garden Route Restaurant News in this section.
From new menu launches to chef profiles and interviews, we will provide you with everything you need to know about the restaurant scenes in Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, George, Mossel Bay and Wilderness.
If you own a restaurant and would like to feature your news on our website, please always feel free to get in touch with us.
Summary: De Vette Mossel Grootbrak is a family-friendly beach seafood restaurant near Mossel Bay where children can enjoy an in-house play area with lighthouses, catwalks, a sandpit, climbing wall, trampoline, swings, hammocks, old-school games and a zipline. Families can also enjoy the restaurant’s seafood feast while spending time together beside the beach. Family meals can…
Summary: De Vette Mossel Grootbrak on Souwesia Beach near Great Brak River in the Garden Route is a distinctive venue for weddings, year-end functions, team-building events, corporate gatherings and special celebrations. Guests can enjoy a relaxed West Coast atmosphere, a 7-course, 13-dish rolling seafood buffet and dishes prepared over open fires. Why choose De Vette…
Summary: The Sanctuary at Plett Quarter Hotel in Plettenberg Bay is celebrating Heritage Day on Thursday, 24 September 2026 with 20% off Chargrilled Ribs, Hand-Cut Chips & Fresh Coleslaw. For locals and nearby Garden Route residents, it is an easy reason to make a plan, gather the people and enjoy a proudly South African plate on…
Summary: Garden Route food and wine lovers can head to The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa in Knysna on Tuesday, 25 August 2026 at 18:30 for a Wildekrans Food and Wine Pairing. Priced at R695 per person, the Island Café experience features Wildekrans wines paired with duck wonton, oyster, pork tenderloin, Doornekraal lamb and a Fynboshoek…
Father’s Day on the Garden Route deserves a setting with character, good food, and a table big enough for the whole family. This year, The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa is inviting locals to celebrate Dad with a special Father’s Day Lunch at Island Café on 21 June 2026. The afternoon begins at 12:30 with…
Whether you’re looking to strengthen your faith, connect with fellow believers, or simply enjoy a night of uplifting gospel music, ‘Kept By Grace – Arise’ promises to be a night to remember on Saturday, 23 May at Boardwalk International Convention Centre. Following the success of songstress Lebo Sekgobela’s 2025 gospel tour, this highly anticipated return…
Mother’s Day doesn’t always need a grand plan; sometimes it’s about choosing somewhere that quietly gets it right. The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa has done exactly that with a Sunday roast that feels familiar, relaxed, and just a little elevated. Set on Thesen Island, the setting already does part of the work. It’s calm,…
The Plettenberg will be celebrating the annual Plett Wine & Bubbly Festival with a special discounted accommodation rate offered around the long weekend at the beginning of May, with festivities culminating in a celebration at Kay & Monty Vineyards on Saturday, 2 May 2026. This year the Plett Wine & Bubbly Festival will be celebrating…
Valentine’s Day in Plettenberg Bay is set to become even more indulgent this year, thanks to The Sanctuary Restaurant— a thoughtfully curated celebration designed for couples who believe that romance is best expressed through exceptional food, beautiful surroundings, and a little bubbly to start. Set in the heart of Plett, The Sanctuary invites lovers to…
It’s the season to be jolly and the Boardwalk Casino and Hotel is decked out in readiness for a great celebration. The Biggest Showcase GQ Featuring Mujahid George, Emo and Loukmaan Adams, Don Vino Prins and The Black Ties Date 20 December 2025 Time 20h00 Venue Boardwalk International Convention Centre Cost From R190 to R270…
Pack the pots away on 25 December and let Chef Willie Mcotoyi and his accomplished chefs make lunch a truly memorable occasion for you and the entire family. Book at either the family-friendly Boardwalk International Convention Centre or The Pantry at the casino. The delicious buffet spread costs R600 per person in either venue, while…
Garden Route locals, rejoice — for once, a deal that doesn’t involve queues, chaos, or wrestling someone over a toaster. Instead, The Turbine Hotel & Spa in Knysna is offering something far more precious: peace, pampering, and prices sliced clean in half. For one glorious weekend — 6 & 7 December 2025 only — The…
Professional chefs from Boardwalk in Gqeberha made dreams come true for 16 young wannabe chefs by permitting them to be part of a professional kitchen in action. After finishing school for the day, the children, aged eight to 12, arrived to witness the manic activity of chefs working at speed to faultlessly deliver orders for…
Garden Route locals, it’s your turn to indulge — because on 5 September 2025, the Turbine Spa in Knysna is hosting a one-day-only TheraVine® SuperPlus Facial event that’s all about pampering you. Right in the heart of Thesen Island, the Turbine Spa blends luxury with laid-back local charm. And for this special event, they’re pulling…
Wine glasses at the ready! On 10 July 2025, the Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa in Knysna is rolling out the red carpet for a night of fine wine, fabulous food, and laid-back luxury at their Alvi’s Drift Food & Wine Pairing Evening. Hosted at the stylish Island Café as part of the Knysna Oyster…
For those seeking the perfect balance between indulgence and self-care, the Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa in Knysna has just what you need this March! Whether you’re craving a rejuvenating facial, a tension-melting massage, or a little extra glow, their spa specials are designed to leave you feeling pampered from head to toe. The Turbine…
Celebrate Christmas Lunch & Dinner on the Garden Route! It’s that time of the year again when everyone is starting to feel the Christmas spirit. Even restaurants are joining the festivities with wonderful set menus, buffets, dinner & lunch menus. Most restaurants offer special rate for children under 12 so that the entire family can…
The Plettenberg Hotel has unveiled its new-look restaurant, which is destined to become a popular new Plett venue not only for resident guests, but also for casual diners booking for breakfast, lunch, cocktails and dinner. The restaurant, Amelia’s at The Plettenberg, was reimagined in design and interiors by Dawn Dickerson, Carmel Naude and Tammy Fourie…
