Garden Route · South Africa

Best Steakhouses on the Garden Route

27 places ★ 4.3 avg 9 towns

Looking for the best steakhouses on the Garden Route? We've gathered 27 options across 9 towns, from Mossel Bay to Storms River — averaging 4.3★ on Google. Browse the full list below with ratings, opening hours and directions, sorted with our top picks first.

Mossel Bay (5) Great Brak River (5) Knysna (4) George (4) Hartenbos (4) Plettenberg Bay (2) Klein Brak River (1) Sedgefield (1) Herolds Bay (1)

Issaquena Falls Restaurant & Bar Knysna

South African · Knysna

Elevated dining in Upper Central Knysna with mountain views and a relaxed bar atmosphere.

★★★★★ 5 (2)

Steak by Reel and Rustic

Steakhouse · George

Perfectly grilled steaks in George's historic town centre, where quality meat meets laid-back hospitality.

★★★★★ 5 (110)

Lynx Creek Spur

Steakhouse · Hartenbos

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

★★★★☆ 4.8 (44)

Botlierskop Tented Lodge

South African · Klein Brak River

Safari lodge dining with African-inspired cuisine amid the bushveld between Mossel Bay and George.

★★★★☆ 4.7 (2386)

Die Stasie Hartenbos

South African · Hartenbos

Heritage railway station turned family restaurant serving hearty South African fare in Hartenbos.

★★★★☆ 4.7 (15)

Botlierskop Day Visitors & Spekbos Restaurant

South African · Mossel Bay

Game reserve restaurant serving traditional South African dishes with sweeping views of wildlife and wilderness.

★★★★☆ 4.6 (288)

Transkaroo Restaurant

South African · Great Brak River

Classic Karoo-style cooking in Great Brak River with hearty portions and friendly village atmosphere.

★★★★☆ 4.6 (859)

Die Stal Restaurant

South African · Great Brak River

Country-style dining in a historic stable setting between George and Great Brak River.

★★★★☆ 4.5 (60)

Blue Whale Restaurant

Seafood · Plettenberg Bay

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

★★★★☆ 4.4 (16)

Geronimo Spur

Steakhouse · George

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

★★★★☆ 4.4 (3321)

The Pot Restaurant

South African · Great Brak River

Relaxed country restaurant on the old George road serving hearty home-style cooking in a rustic farm setting.

★★★★☆ 4.4 (510)

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)

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)

Dutton's Cove Restaurant

Seafood · Herolds Bay

Relaxed beachfront restaurant in Herolds Bay serving fresh seafood and grills with stunning ocean views.

★★★★☆ 4.3 (2004)

Mane By The Sea

Seafood · Knysna

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

★★★★☆ 4.3 (74)

Pinnacle Point Restaurant

Seafood · Mossel Bay

Clifftop dining with sweeping ocean views and a menu celebrating local seafood and South African favourites.

★★★★☆ 4.3 (344)

Saltwater Bistro

Steakhouse · Knysna

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

★★★★☆ 4.2 (51)

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)

Texas Grill

Steakhouse · George

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

★★★★☆ 4.1 (1281)

Charcoal and Charm

Pizza · Great Brak River

Charming Great Brak River eatery serving wood-fired dishes and homestyle comfort food with a warm welcome.

★★★★☆ 4 (41)

The Cliffside Restaurant

Seafood · Mossel Bay

Clifftop dining at Pinnacle Point with ocean views and a menu celebrating local seafood and steaks.

★★★★☆ 4 (23)

Tshisa Nyama

South African · Mossel Bay

Authentic township braai experience in Santos Bay serving flame-grilled meat and pap the traditional way.

★★★★☆ 4 (73)

Bahia Bleu - Diaz Hotel Restaurant

Seafood · Mossel Bay

Beachfront dining at the Diaz Hotel with ocean views and a menu spanning seafood to grills.

★★★☆☆ 3.9 (410)

Takoda Spur

Steakhouse · Hartenbos

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

★★★☆☆ 3.9 (2460)

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)

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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