Garden Route · South Africa

Best Burger joints on the Garden Route

86 places ★ 4.4 avg 12 towns

Looking for the best burger joints on the Garden Route? We've gathered 86 options across 12 towns, from Mossel Bay to Storms River — averaging 4.4★ on Google. Browse the full list below with ratings, opening hours and directions, sorted with our top picks first.

Knysna (16) George (16) Plettenberg Bay (13) Mossel Bay (12) Sedgefield (9) Great Brak River (6) Hartenbos (4) Storms River (4) Wilderness (2) Klein Brak River (2) Nature's Valley (1) Victoria Bay (1)

✦ Editor's pick

Knysna Gin Distillery & Cocktailbar

American · Knysna

Craft gin distillery with cocktail bar serving burgers and American fare in Knysna's industrial area.

★★★★☆ 4.8 (337)

✦ Editor's pick

Carola Ann's

Cafe · Mossel Bay

Hearty home-style cooking and generous portions in a cosy Marsh Street spot beloved by Mossel Bay locals.

★★★★☆ 4.7 (902)

Kahuna's

Burgers · Sedgefield

Laid-back burgers and coffee spot in Sedgefield serving American comfort food with local heart.

★★★★☆ 4.8 (96)

Liquid & Leaf (LIQID new location)

Cafe · Sedgefield

Relaxed Sedgefield spot serving breakfast, burgers, and craft drinks with a laid-back vibe.

★★★★☆ 4.8 (88)

Lynx Creek Spur

Steakhouse · Hartenbos

Family-friendly Spur in Hartenbos serving flame-grilled steaks, burgers, and ribs with a cheerful vibe.

★★★★☆ 4.8 (44)

Clay Cafe George | Family Restaurant and Ceramic Painting

Cafe · George

Paint your own ceramics while enjoying family-friendly meals in a creative, relaxed George setting.

★★★★☆ 4.7 (524)

Harry's Bar & Diner

Burgers · Sedgefield

Classic diner fare and pub grub in Sedgefield's Woodpecker Mall with a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.

★★★★☆ 4.7 (26)

Joplins Steak Bar

Grill · Wilderness

Casual steakhouse in Wilderness serving quality cuts and hearty meals near Pirates Creek.

★★★★☆ 4.7 (619)

Legends Sports Pub

Pub & Grill · Sedgefield

Lakeside sports pub at Lake Pleasant Resort serving hearty pub grub with Groenvlei views.

★★★★☆ 4.7 (42)

Mugg & Bean Garden Walk

Breakfast & Brunch · Hartenbos

Family-friendly chain cafe at Garden Walk Mall serving generous breakfasts, burgers, and legendary bottomless coffee.

★★★★☆ 4.7 (25)

Red Bridge Brewing Co

Pizza · Knysna

Knysna's craft brewery serving freshly brewed beers, wood-fired pizzas, and relaxed beer garden vibes in the industrial area.

★★★★☆ 4.7 (180)

The Fat Fork

Cafe · George

Welcoming Pacaltsdorp cafe serving hearty breakfasts, comfort meals, and proper coffee in a relaxed setting.

★★★★☆ 4.7 (84)

VDM Bistro

Cafe · Sedgefield

Cosy bistro in Sedgefield serving honest comfort food with a relaxed vibe and friendly service.

★★★★☆ 4.7 (192)

ASADO FIRE GRILL RESTAURANT

Grill · Plettenberg Bay

Flame-grilled steaks and burgers meet sports-bar energy at this family-friendly Keurboomstrand favourite.

★★★★☆ 4.6 (317)

Barrington's Plettenberg Bay

Pub · Plettenberg Bay

Craft brewery and brewpub in Piesang Valley serving wood-fired pizzas, burgers, and house-brewed beers in a relaxed garden setting.

★★★★☆ 4.6 (885)

Down to Earth

South African · Plettenberg Bay

Relaxed roadside stop on the N2 serving hearty homestyle meals and legendary pies.

★★★★☆ 4.6 (446)

East Head Café Knysna

Cafe · Knysna

Seaside café at The Heads serving breakfast, burgers, and seafood with stunning Knysna lagoon views.

★★★★☆ 4.6 (3344)

Elvis Brew Co

Pub & Grill · George

Craft brewery and eatery near George Airport serving hearty pub fare with house-brewed beers.

★★★★☆ 4.6 (3328)

Glentana Café

Cafe · Great Brak River

Relaxed beachside café in Glentana serving generous breakfasts, burgers, and homemade treats with ocean views.

★★★★☆ 4.6 (234)

Knysna Social Eatery

Burgers · Knysna

Relaxed neighbourhood eatery in Kanonkop serving comfort food, craft beers, and good vibes in a welcoming space.

★★★★☆ 4.6 (247)

Rendezvous

South African · George

Cosy neighbourhood spot in George serving hearty home-style meals and friendly service in a relaxed setting.

★★★★☆ 4.6 (199)

Uptown Restobar Knysna

Pub & Grill · Knysna

Relaxed restobar in central Knysna serving hearty meals, craft drinks, and good vibes on Fitchat Street.

★★★★☆ 4.6 (27)

Wildside Beach Restaurant

Seafood · Knysna

Relaxed beachfront eatery at Buffels Bay serving fresh seafood and grills with your toes in the sand.

★★★★☆ 4.6 (290)

Wimpy Garden Route Mall

Burgers · George

Family-friendly mall spot serving Wimpy's classic burgers, breakfasts and comfort meals in George.

★★★★☆ 4.6 (2129)

Bain's Bench Eatery & Bar

Breakfast & Brunch · George

Blanco roadside gem serving hearty breakfasts, burgers, and cocktails with mountain views.

★★★★☆ 4.5 (182)

Blue Rocks Cafe & Grill, Nature’s Valley

Grill · Nature's Valley

Relaxed forest café serving grills, burgers and craft beers in the heart of Nature's Valley.

★★★★☆ 4.5 (583)

Brinkleys Pub ‘63

Pub & Grill · Klein Brak River

Classic neighbourhood pub in Klein Brak River serving cold drinks and honest pub fare since 1963.

★★★★☆ 4.5 (2)

BurgerMeister Grill & Go

Burgers · Klein Brak River

Casual burger joint in Klein Brak River serving hearty American-style burgers and grills near the coast.

★★★★☆ 4.5 (2)

Featherbed Beach Bar

Bar · Knysna

Laid-back beach bar on the Featherbed Nature Reserve with lagoon views and casual coastal vibes.

★★★★☆ 4.5 (346)

Moonshine Runners Diner

Burgers · Sedgefield

American-style diner serving burgers, ribs and milkshakes in a retro roadhouse setting.

★★★★☆ 4.5 (330)

Texas Grill

Grill · Sedgefield

Laid-back grill house on Sedgefield's main drag serving hearty steaks, ribs, and cold beers in relaxed surrounds.

★★★★☆ 4.5 (168)

The Shed Knysna

Burgers · Knysna

Relaxed family diner in Knysna Central serving generous portions of homestyle comfort food.

★★★★☆ 4.5 (95)

34 Waenhout - Live Venue, Knysna

Pizza · Knysna

Live music venue with wood-fired pizzas, burgers, and desserts in a relaxed Knysna setting.

★★★★☆ 4.4 (39)

Backline Lounge Bar

Pizza · Wilderness

Laid-back Wilderness lounge bar serving pizza, cocktails and good vibes near the beach.

★★★★☆ 4.4 (60)

Big Daddy's Restaurant

American · Mossel Bay

Casual American-style dining in Mossel Bay Central with burgers, pizzas and family-friendly vibes.

★★★★☆ 4.4 (1319)

Blaize & Barrel

Grill · Mossel Bay

Family-friendly Mossel Bay eatery serving hearty grills and comfort food in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.

★★★★☆ 4.4 (207)

Blue Whale Restaurant

Seafood · Plettenberg Bay

Casual beachfront spot in Plett serving fresh seafood and grills with sweeping ocean views.

★★★★☆ 4.4 (16)

Garden Route Mall

Fast Food · George

George's largest shopping mall with diverse food court options and casual dining restaurants.

★★★★☆ 4.4 (8331)

Geronimo Spur

Steakhouse · George

Family-friendly American-style steakhouse in George Central serving burgers, ribs and breakfast all day.

★★★★☆ 4.4 (3321)

Happy Valley Kids Play Centre

Burgers · George

Family-friendly play centre in Pacaltsdorp with a restaurant where kids burn energy while parents relax.

★★★★☆ 4.4 (440)

Hennie's Hartenbos Restaurant

Pub & Grill · Mossel Bay

Family-friendly sports bar in Hartenbos serving generous portions of pub grub and cold drinks.

★★★★☆ 4.4 (1981)

Klipheuwel Bike Park

Cafe · Mossel Bay

Mountain bike park cafe serving hearty breakfasts, burgers, and coffee with stunning coastal views.

★★★★☆ 4.4 (36)

Marilyn's 60's Diner

Breakfast · Storms River

Step back in time at this vibrant 60s-themed diner serving hearty breakfasts and classic American comfort food.

★★★★☆ 4.4 (1933)

Nineteen 89

Burgers · Plettenberg Bay

Relaxed Main Street eatery serving generous burgers, grills and craft beers in Plett's Upperdeck Centre.

★★★★☆ 4.4 (1334)

The Gastro Pub

Pub & Grill · Knysna

Island pub with craft beers, hearty fare, and sunset views over Knysna's working waterfront.

★★★★☆ 4.4 (64)

The Marshmallow Garden Café

Cafe · George

Garden café serving homemade comfort food and baked goods in a relaxed, family-friendly setting near George Airport.

★★★★☆ 4.4 (227)

The Sportsmans Pub & Grill

Pub & Grill · Plettenberg Bay

Laid-back pub and grill in Plettenberg Bay serving hearty grills, cold beers, and proper pub fare.

★★★★☆ 4.4 (196)

Apprentice Restaurant

South African · George

Farm-style eatery on Airport Road serving hearty, unpretentious meals in a relaxed Garden Route setting.

★★★★☆ 4.3 (202)

Bandits® Pub & Grill

Pub & Grill · Sedgefield

Lively pub and grill in Groenvallei serving hearty meals, cold drinks, and good times.

★★★★☆ 4.3 (15)

Bosun's Arms

Pub & Grill · Knysna

Classic Knysna pub with hearty grills, lively atmosphere, and local charm in the heart of Old Place.

★★★★☆ 4.3 (1272)

Drydock Food Co

Seafood · Knysna

Waterfront favourite serving fresh seafood, burgers and craft beers with harbour views in Knysna.

★★★★☆ 4.3 (2299)

Hunters Pub

Pub · Storms River

Relaxed pub in Storms River serving hearty meals, cold drinks, and warm hospitality after adventure.

★★★★☆ 4.3 (65)

Jolly's Sports Bar

Pub & Grill · Great Brak River

Laid-back sports bar in Groot Brak River with hearty pub grub and plenty of screens for game day.

★★★★☆ 4.3 (170)

Mane By The Sea

Seafood · Knysna

Harbour-side eatery in Knysna serving fresh seafood and grills with waterfront views.

★★★★☆ 4.3 (74)

Olde's Restaurant

Pub · Knysna

Classic Knysna pub and grill serving hearty portions in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere since the early days.

★★★★☆ 4.3 (955)

Searles Village restaurant and pub

Pub & Grill · Great Brak River

Family-friendly pub grub and hearty meals in a relaxed Great Brak River setting.

★★★★☆ 4.3 (692)

Ski Boat Club

Pub & Grill · Plettenberg Bay

Relaxed club serving hearty pub grub and cold drinks with stunning views over Plett's Central Beach.

★★★★☆ 4.3 (776)

The Bell Tavern

Pub & Grill · Knysna

Historic pub on Belvidere Estate serving hearty meals, craft beers, and stunning lagoon views.

★★★★☆ 4.3 (628)

The Bench Eatery & Bar

Burgers · George

Central George hangout serving crowd-pleasing burgers, grills and pub fare in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

★★★★☆ 4.3 (1031)

Travellers at Dbay

Pub & Grill · Mossel Bay

Relaxed coastal pub in Dana Bay serving hearty meals, cold drinks, and genuine hospitality.

★★★★☆ 4.3 (62)

Moby's

Seafood · Plettenberg Bay

Beachfront seafood and pub grub with sunset views over Plett's Central Beach.

★★★★☆ 4.2 (1508)

Saltwater Bistro

Steakhouse · Knysna

Casual bistro in central Knysna serving honest Western fare with warm hospitality and local charm.

★★★★☆ 4.2 (51)

Slops Plett

Burgers · Plettenberg Bay

Casual sports bar and grill on Plett's main road serving hearty burgers, ribs, and pub favourites.

★★★★☆ 4.2 (139)

Steam Whistle Stop Cafe

Cafe · Sedgefield

Train-themed family café in Sedgefield serving hearty breakfasts, burgers and classic comfort food in a quirky setting.

★★★★☆ 4.2 (36)

Tiger's Milk George

Bar · George

Lively bar and grill in George Central serving gourmet burgers, craft beers, and creative cocktails.

★★★★☆ 4.2 (222)

Vikki's At The Beach

Burgers · Victoria Bay

Casual beachfront spot at Victoria Bay serving burgers, seafood, and ice cream with ocean views.

★★★★☆ 4.2 (584)

Delfinos Seaside Restaurant

Seafood · Mossel Bay

Relaxed oceanfront eatery in Mossel Bay serving hearty breakfasts, fresh seafood, and wood-fired pizzas with unbeatable sea views.

★★★★☆ 4.1 (6851)

Locals Pub & Grill Grootbrak

Pub & Grill · Great Brak River

Friendly neighbourhood pub and grill in Great Brak River serving hearty meals and cold drinks.

★★★★☆ 4.1 (299)

Rafters Restaurant

Pub · Storms River

Relaxed riverside dining in Storms River village with hearty pub-style fare and local atmosphere.

★★★★☆ 4.1 (11)

ReActivate-Retro Activities and Eatery

Burgers · Mossel Bay

Retro arcade games meet comfort food at this nostalgic family spot in Bay View Shopping Centre.

★★★★☆ 4.1 (54)

Santos Express Restaurant

Seafood · Mossel Bay

Dine inside a vintage train carriage perched on Mossel Bay's beachfront with ocean views and fresh seafood.

★★★★☆ 4.1 (410)

Texas Grill

Steakhouse · George

American-style steakhouse in George Central serving flame-grilled steaks, ribs, and burgers since 1996.

★★★★☆ 4.1 (1281)

The Lookout

Grill · Plettenberg Bay

Beachfront venue serving cocktails and crowd-pleasers with unbeatable views over Lookout Beach and the Indian Ocean.

★★★★☆ 4.1 (4274)

De Dekke Restaurant

South African · Great Brak River

Family-friendly restaurant at De Dekke Centre serving hearty breakfasts, generous mains, and homemade desserts.

★★★★☆ 4 (1898)

Flashbacks Bar

Pub & Grill · Plettenberg Bay

Lively Main Street bar with cold beers, sports on big screens, and a proper local vibe.

★★★★☆ 4 (368)

Grootbrak Kafee & Superette

Cafe · Great Brak River

A proper village kafee serving honest breakfasts, burgers, and homemade treats in the heart of Groot Brak River.

★★★★☆ 4 (168)

Mugg & Bean Garden Route

Cafe · George

Reliable all-day breakfast and generous portions in a family-friendly mall setting with consistent quality.

★★★★☆ 4 (799)

Mugg & Bean Plettenberg Bay

Cafe · Plettenberg Bay

Family-friendly café chain serving hearty breakfasts, generous burgers, and excellent coffee in Plett's Market Square.

★★★★☆ 4 (242)

The Waffling Whale Cafe

Breakfast & Brunch · Plettenberg Bay

Family-friendly cafe at Formosa Bay Resort serving generous waffles, hearty breakfasts, and comfort food with a coastal vibe.

★★★★☆ 4 (143)

Pavilion Restaurant / Jackal on the Beach

Seafood · Mossel Bay

Beachfront dining in Santos Bay with ocean views, casual atmosphere, and fresh seafood alongside pub favourites.

★★★☆☆ 3.9 (961)

Takoda Spur

Steakhouse · Hartenbos

Family-friendly American-style steakhouse in Hartenbos serving burgers, ribs, and breakfast favourites with a cheerful vibe.

★★★☆☆ 3.9 (2460)

Fork and Train Restaurant

Burgers · Mossel Bay

Family-friendly railway-themed restaurant at Santos Beach serving burgers, seafood, and pub classics with sea views.

★★★☆☆ 3.8 (535)

Glenhoff Brauhaus

Pub & Grill · Hartenbos

German-style brewpub in Hartenbos serving hearty grills, craft beers, and pub favourites with a relaxed vibe.

★★★☆☆ 3.8 (13)

Oasis Pub & Grill

Pub & Grill · Mossel Bay

Relaxed pub and grill in Herolds Bay serving hearty meals and cold drinks near the beach.

★★★☆☆ 3.8 (55)

Mugg & Bean On The Move Total Tsitsikama

Cafe · Storms River

Roadside coffee stop at Storms River serving Mugg & Bean favourites before exploring Tsitsikamma.

★★★☆☆ 3 (80)

Vgrill

Steakhouse · George

Contemporary grill house in George South serving quality steaks, burgers and bar favourites in a relaxed setting.

☆☆☆☆☆ 0 (0)

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