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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 (1131)

4.2 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.2
Value 3.8
Service 4.3
Ambience 4.5
  • Meagen Samantha I. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Johan M. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Henriette S. Dined: 1 week 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: 4 weeks 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: 2 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Rose-mary W. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Ann B. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    3
    Food 3.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 21 Sep 25
    Disappointing experience.

    Moody Lagoon at Benguela Cove responded on Sun 21 Sep 25:
    Dear Ann, thank you for sharing your feedback. Thank you for taking my call and allowing me to personally follow up and understand your concerns better. Your comments are valuable to us, and we will take them to heart as we strive to improve.

  • Inga K. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 12 Sep 25
    Lovely place with great views. The staff are very friendly. We will definitely visit once again when we return to Hermanus.

  • Nombongo M. Dined: 1 month ago
    4
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 01 Sep 25
    Thee best views, lovely ambience, friendly staff

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