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Die Gaaitjie Restaurant

Vegetarian Friendly Vegan Friendly South African Seafood International Fusion Contemporary Asian/Oriental
Location Pointer Down, On the beach, Sampson St, Kliprug, Paternoster, 7381, South Africa
4.7
(1036 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Child Friendly
  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Fireplace
  • Pet Friendly

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Gaaitjie is a beach side restaurant in the beautiful village of Paternoster. Explore the Paternoster beach and nestled amongst the rocks, you will find a simple white-washed fisherman’s cottage. Gaaitjie creates a warm welcome with feelings of comfort and tradition. This unique atmosphere has inspired an eclectic menu featuring local produce, fused with contemporary influences. Our food is unpretentious and made with love, using sustainable fresh ingredients as far as possible. The décor is simple yet comfortable and our unique location and views remain unbeatable. We boast an excellent wine list, sourced from the West Coast and immediate surrounds. We look forward to meeting Gaaitjie’s current and future friends, the final and most important ingredient to the perfect meal.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 12h00 - 14h00, 18h00 - 20h00
  • Tuesday CLOSED
  • Wednesday CLOSED
  • Thursday 12h00 - 14h00, 18h00 - 20h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 14h00, 18h00 - 20h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 14h00, 18h00 - 20h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 14h00, 18h00 - 20h00

Reviews (1036)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.6
Service 4.6
Ambience 4.7
  • Martin W. Dined: 2 days ago
    3.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 3.0
  • Cara B. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 15 Nov 25
    Best meal in Paternoster, beautiful setting, friendly staff! Highly Recommended.

  • Gerda W. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 15 Nov 25
    We did a tapas style dinner with 5 starters and one desert. Fantastic evening.

  • Francois S. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 15 Nov 25
    I can't believe that there is so much choice when it comes to Paternoster. Travelling from Cape Town to visit my mom and take her for lunch, I am confident I made the best choice. Sitting on the stoep overlooking the sea, the setting was 10 star and the food, service and the lack of pace of the day just finished it all off. So enjoyed ourselves, we will be back.

  • Roger G. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 15 Nov 25
    What a wonderful place, fine food and service! Group of 20 and all were happy. Great compliment!

  • Lindy E. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 15 Nov 25
    Fabulous!

  • Jochen K. Dined: 4 days ago
    2.3
    Food 3.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 2.0
  • GERALD S. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 13 Nov 25
    In March we experienced a different food / nicer food presentation. As everywhere in ZA too much sauce on the fish ;-(

  • Abigail N. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 11 Nov 25
    A lovely evening in a lovely location. Great friendly service .would be good to have a little more choice on Vegetarian cuisine…….

  • Amanda C. Dined: 1 week ago
    3.5
    Food 3.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 11 Nov 25
    Ambience was very nice. Service to slow. Food not value for money.

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