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Moody Lagoon at Benguela Cove

South African Seafood Contemporary Bistro
4.2 RR
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Sunsets

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Book Now at Benguela Cove Wine Estate’s Moody Lagoon Restaurant for the Best Dining Experience.

Moody Lagoon is a contemporary restaurant and eatery located within the magnificent Benguela Cove, just 1.5 hours from Cape Town and only 15 minutes outside of Hermanus.


The restaurant is glitzy and opulent, featuring a large veranda with stunning views over the lagoon. Art adorns the entire estate, creating an ambiance of modern South African dining at its finest.

Service is at the heart of our business. We also serve all our estate wines at cellar door prices and offer a pre-booked multi-course tasting menu paired with our wines.


Discover Moody Lagoon: The Ultimate Waterfront Dining Experience Near Hermanus
Indulge in panoramic vistas of the Palmiet mountains, Bot River Lagoon, and the Atlantic Ocean, while savouring the epitome of Winelands dining.


Under the masterful guidance of our Executive Chef, our kitchen crafts mouth-watering dishes using only the finest, freshest ingredients, perfectly paired with our estate’s award-winning wines.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 12h00 - 17h00
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 17h00
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 17h00
  • Thursday 12h00 - 17h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 17h00
  • Saturday 08h00 - 17h00
  • Sunday 09h30 - 17h00

Reviews (1144)

4.2 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.2
Value 3.8
Service 4.4
Ambience 4.4
  • Tracy W. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Andrew G. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 19 Nov 25
    Wonderful day at Benguela Cove, starting with a great wine tasting safari, which we highly recommend, followed by a superb lunch in a beautiful setting. Staff were so friendly and attentive, and wine and food were awesome

  • Annelene J. Dined: 4 days ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Chanel M. Dined: 1 week ago
    3
    Food 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 10 Nov 25
    The quantities were insufficient for the price, and the combination of flavours was not well-received. This experience was significantly different from our previous experience at Moody Lagoon, where we received excellent food that was both filling and reasonably priced. I am quite disappointed, as it was my birthday, and I did not have a positive experience.

  • Graham D. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Liana V. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    2.8
    Food 2.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 02 Nov 25
    Tasting menu was disappointing, a lot of same textures in the different dishes and repetition of same vegetables in 3 of the courses. Not what you expect of tasting menu. Portions was too big for me but with too little variety. Will def not recommend the tasting menu- for the price I expected more.

  • Farai M. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Mark L. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 26 Oct 25
    Lovely restaurant for a relaxing lunch. But for an up market venue I feel you should offer larger and perhaps higher quality serviettes. Otherwise well done!

  • Olaf G. Dined: 4 weeks ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 23 Oct 25
    Meal was great, ordered venison at point (medium)

  • Terri W. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 21 Oct 25
    This was our 2nd visit. Excellent food in a stunning location. Service was great. Highly recommend. Good value. Will be back.

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