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Restaurant 1777 at The Old Rectory

Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 50 Reviewers' Choice Awards 2022
Contemporary
Location Pointer 2 Bull St, Plettenberg Bay, 6600
4.6
(619 reviews)
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  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Sunsets
  • WiFi
  • Reviewers' Choice 2022 - Top 20
  • Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 50

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Midweek dinners under the stars, Friday nights with friends, special occasions celebrated in style, and a delicious breakfast menu – join us for a memorable dining experience in the heart of Plettenberg Bay.

The main dining room sits in the oldest part of the hotel, in the original building constructed in 1777 as an army barracks for the Dutch East India Company before being converted into an Anglican rectory in 1869. An exquisite, centuries-old stone wall adds warmth and character to the space while the building’s heritage inspires a bistro-style menu that draws on Dutch, English and South African influences.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 07h30 - 21h00
  • Tuesday 07h30 - 21h00
  • Wednesday 07h30 - 21h00
  • Thursday 07h30 - 21h00
  • Friday 07h30 - 21h00
  • Saturday 07h30 - 21h00
  • Sunday 07h30 - 21h00

Reviews (619)

4.6 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.6
Value 4.6
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.7
  • Eberhard H. Dined: 1 day ago
    4
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 27 Feb 26
    We‘ll come back

  • Roan Dined: 5 days ago
    3.5
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 3.0
  • Anton D. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 21 Feb 26
    We had a wonderful celebratory dinner at the Old Rectory. Sat outside on a warm summer’s evening, enjoyed the excellent meal, backed with friendly, efficient service. Thank you and well done.

    Restaurant 1777 at The Old Rectory responded on Mon 23 Feb 26:
    Hi Anton We thank you for your kind review and support, we look forward to your next visit.

  • Tim W. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 21 Feb 26
    The best in Plett, having tried all the opposition

    Restaurant 1777 at The Old Rectory responded on Mon 23 Feb 26:
    Hi Tim Thank you for the time taken to tell us about your great experience. We look forward to your next visit.

  • Eberhard H. Dined: 1 week ago
    4
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 20 Feb 26
    We‘ll come back

    Restaurant 1777 at The Old Rectory responded on Mon 23 Feb 26:
    Hi Eberhard Thank you for the time taken to review your positive experience at Restaurant 1777. We look forward to your next visit.

  • Richard Dined: 1 week ago
    3.3
    Food 2.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 19 Feb 26
    This is my favourite restaurant in Plett but last night did not deliver as I’m used to. Lamb rump was fatty and tasteless as was the couscous…the service whisky very friendly was way to slow and the meals way too long a wait

    Restaurant 1777 at The Old Rectory responded on Mon 23 Feb 26:
    Hi Richard Thank you for your honest review, and ongoing support, we have taken rectifying steps to improve and can't wait to show these off to you. See you soon.

  • Philip B. Dined: 1 week ago
    3
    Food 2.0
    Value N/A
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 18 Feb 26
    We were most disappointed with the food and service. In the past we have had meals where both food and service have been superb, but it would appear that there was a major problem in the kitchen on this night. Firstly we ordered fillet steak to be told that none was available. How can this happen, you know the numbers exactly and would surely have a “staple” such a fillet steak available in all situations. We were told that rack of lamb was available. Our wives changed their order from the fish to the lamb, however what was served was nothing like a rack of lamb, it was 50

    Restaurant 1777 at The Old Rectory responded on Mon 23 Feb 26:
    Hi Philip A heartfelt apology to you and your group regarding your dining experience that fell short of our normal standards. An unfortunate event in the kitchen that snowballed and affected the rest of the evening service. We have learned and adapted to ensure we are better and better prepared for the curve balls that we might encounter. We do look forward to your next visit.

  • Wilfried S. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 18 Feb 26
    Al though we were 1 h to early for kitchen we were accommodated friendliest and got all we want. Great ambience, good food and friendly staff. Strongest recommended. Thanks Wilfried

    Restaurant 1777 at The Old Rectory responded on Mon 23 Feb 26:
    Hi Wilfried Thank you for your review, we hope to see you back soon.

  • Gill S. Dined: 1 week ago
    2.3
    Food 1.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 2.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 18 Feb 26
    My fish was awful arrived with nasty soggy skin and dry vegetable. Sent back and prawn linguine arrived which was SWEET so no score. We should not have been charged. Will not go back although the house and location very special.

  • John R. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 18 Feb 26
    Excellent service from friendly staff throughout the premises, food was excellent both starter and main courses. Highly recommended to all.

    Restaurant 1777 at The Old Rectory responded on Tue 24 Feb 26:
    Hi John Pleased to see you had a great meal with us, we look forward to your next visit.

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