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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 (1135)

4.2 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.2
Value 3.8
Service 4.3
Ambience 4.5
  • Terri W. Dined: 1 day 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.

  • Mike Dined: 3 days ago
    4
    Food 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 0.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 21 Oct 25
    Hot sea food platter pate was serve cold the food should have been plated on a hot plate food was cold half way through meal

  • Ann W. Dined: 4 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 18 Oct 25
    Excellent value for money. Beautiful ambiance.eith stunning views of the mountains

  • Stefano L. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 13 Oct 25
    I was a bit disappointed that the menu served (and that I booked and paid in advance) was different from the one offered on the website. Also: they have two dishes paired with the same wine but fortunately, after talking to a manager, a get a different wine from one of the two dishes. All and all it was ok and service was very good.

  • Meagen Samantha I. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Johan M. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Henriette S. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    2.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 2.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 06 Oct 25
    Always wanted to visit Benquela Cove. Food was good, however didn’t wow. Overall, not great value for money. Waitress was kind and friendly, but service overall disappointing and slow. Not the standards you’d come to expect from a renowned wine establishment

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

    Reviewed on: Tue 30 Sep 25
    An absolute MUST visit if you are planning a trip to Cape Town. The service from the second we arrived to the second we left was impeccable. The food and wine were AMAZING. The grounds are literally breathtaking. A huge shout out to Jasmin for making the entire day so memorable and and equally huge shout out to Aney for making the most delicious cake for the special occasion.

    Moody Lagoon at Benguela Cove responded on Tue 30 Sep 25:
    Hello Duncan, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! Myself and the team are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed every moment of your visit. It was our absolute pleasure to make your special occasion memorable, and we hope to welcome you and your wife back again soon! Kind Regards,

  • Egbert O. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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