Knysna · Garden Route

Best waterfront restaurants in Knysna

21 places ★ 4.4 avg All Knysna restaurants →

Looking for waterfront restaurants in Knysna? We list 21 of them, averaging 4.4★ from real Google reviews. Oak Leaf Restaurant, Gourmet Deli & Coffee Bar leads the pack with 4.7★ from 347 reviews. Every listing below has current opening hours, contact details and directions — top-rated places first.

Oak Leaf Restaurant, Gourmet Deli & Coffee Bar

Cafe · Knysna

Estate dining with artisan deli and coffee bar on Knysna's Belvidere waterfront.

★★★★☆ 4.7 (347)

Anchorage Restaurant CC

Seafood · Knysna

Knysna waterfront seafood spot where fresh catches meet hearty portions and a relaxed harbour vibe.

★★★★☆ 4.6 (539)

Apollo Coffee Thesen Island

Cafe · Knysna

Waterfront coffee shop on Thesen Island serving specialty brews and light meals with harbour views.

★★★★☆ 4.6 (137)

île de païn - lunch & breakfast restaurant & artisan bakery

Bakery · Knysna

Artisan bakery and breakfast spot on Thesen Island serving French-inspired pastries and hearty morning meals.

★★★★☆ 4.6 (2449)

Mozambik Knysna

Seafood · Knysna

Waterfront Portuguese-inspired restaurant serving flame-grilled peri-peri chicken, prawns, and coastal favourites with lagoon views.

★★★★☆ 4.6 (196)

Nest Food Bar

Bar · Knysna

Modern waterfront spot on Thesen Island serving craft cocktails and contemporary share plates with Knysna Lagoon views.

★★★★☆ 4.6 (343)

Village Cafe Knysna

Cafe · Knysna

Waterfront cafe serving fresh breakfasts, lunches and quality coffee with Knysna Lagoon views.

★★★★☆ 4.6 (158)

Freshline Fisheries

Seafood · Knysna

Working fisheries and market serving fresh seafood straight from Knysna's dockyard with harbour views.

★★★★☆ 4.5 (1013)

OPescador Restaurant Knysna

Seafood · Knysna

Portuguese seafood and flame-grilled peri-peri chicken on Knysna Waterfront with lagoon views.

★★★★☆ 4.5 (1175)

34 Degrees South

Seafood · Knysna

Waterfront restaurant and deli serving fresh seafood, hearty breakfasts, and Knysna's famous oysters with lagoon views.

★★★★☆ 4.4 (4740)

Sirocco

Mediterranean · Knysna

Waterfront dining on Thesen Island serving Mediterranean-inspired dishes with Knysna Lagoon views.

★★★★☆ 4.4 (1763)

The Gastro Pub

Pub & Grill · Knysna

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

★★★★☆ 4.4 (64)

Butterfly Blu Restaurant

Seafood · Knysna

Beachfront dining in Brenton-on-Sea with ocean views, fresh seafood, and relaxed coastal vibes.

★★★★☆ 4.3 (1260)

Cruise Café

Cafe · Knysna

Waterfront café on Remembrance Drive serving breakfast, light meals, and harbour views.

★★★★☆ 4.3 (623)

Drydock Food Co

Seafood · Knysna

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

★★★★☆ 4.3 (2299)

Mane By The Sea

Seafood · Knysna

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

★★★★☆ 4.3 (74)

The Island Cafe

Cafe · Knysna

Island café serving classic breakfasts and light meals with waterfront views on Thesen Island.

★★★★☆ 4.3 (191)

L’Opera – Waterfront Restaurant & Café | Knysna Quays

Italian · Knysna

Italian-inspired waterfront café serving fresh pasta, artisan coffee, and light meals with lagoon views.

★★★★☆ 4.2 (237)

Tapas & Oysters

Seafood · Knysna

Waterfront oyster bar and sports pub on Thesen Island serving tapas, sushi, and live music.

★★★★☆ 4.2 (2870)

Flo & Co. Knysna

Cafe · Knysna

Waterfront dining on Thesen Island with coffee, breakfasts, and casual plates overlooking the harbour.

★★★★☆ 4.1 (354)

Lindy's Table on Leisure Island

Cafe · Knysna

Island café serving hearty breakfasts and local favourites on Leisure Island's waterfront.

★★★★☆ 4.1 (525)

Frequently asked questions

How many waterfront restaurants are there in Knysna?

Our directory lists 21 waterfront restaurants in Knysna on the Garden Route, each with current ratings, opening hours and contact details.

What is the best waterfront restaurant in Knysna?

Oak Leaf Restaurant, Gourmet Deli & Coffee Bar is among the highest-rated, with 4.7★ from 347 Google reviews. Estate dining with artisan deli and coffee bar on Knysna's Belvidere waterfront.

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