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The Fat Fish George

Contemporary Seafood Tapas Vegetarian Friendly
Location Pointer 124A York Street, George
4.5
(1289 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Child Friendly
  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • WiFi
  • Fireplace
  • Pet Friendly

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The Fat Fish – George

An oasis of calm in the heart of the George city centre, The Fat Fish, offers the exact same delightfully original menu as its sister restaurant in Plettenberg Bay. Enjoy the finest, sustainably caught, seafood, the freshest sushi as well as a wide range of other innovative dishes in a gem of a location.
The lush, beautifully landscaped garden complete with water features, outdoor BBQ and children’s play area, offers true respite on a hot Garden Route summers day. While the stylish, contemporary interior features a series of more intimate dining spaces on varying levels, with no less than three fireplaces, to cosy up to in the colder wet winter months. In addition, The Fontus, Special Events Room, is available for private celebrations and often plays host to carefully curated food and wine pairings.

The menu is predominantly seafood-based and perfectly complemented by an award-winning wine list, classic cocktails and extensive craft gin selection. Be sure to look out for their regular “From the Fire” al fresco feasts and Paella Specials out in the garden when the weather allows.

Having worked internationally for a number of years, chef patron Christo Nortier has returned home. As passionate as he is experienced, Christo is determined to offer Garden Route diners a true culinary experience and an opportunity to venture away from the conventional in beautiful surrounds.

Facebook: @TheFatFishRestaurant
Instagram: @thefatfish_sa

Opening Hours

  • Monday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Thursday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 15h00

Reviews (1289)

4.5 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.6
Value 4.3
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.5
  • Roy M. Dined: 4 days ago
    1.8
    Food 1.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 2.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 30 Jun 25
    We had the Sunday Roast menu and were very disappointed especially with the Steak dish with the mushroom gravy inedible The steak was over done and not medium rare as ordered and the potatoes were certainly not roast potatoes as I know them Overall we did not enjoy the main steak dish and would not revisit the Fat Fish George - other patrons also complained about the main Steak dish which they certainly did not enjoy and complained to their waiter Rather stick to your knitting and concentrate of Fish and Chips and seafood dishes

  • Marliene Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 29 Jun 25
    We had the sushi special and enjoyed the good menu with a big variety to choose from. Food was excellent!

  • Melanie Dined: 1 week ago
    3.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 25 Jun 25
    Both my husband and I ordered the Sole which was delicious. Unfortunately the bed of spinach it was presented on hadn’t been cleaned properly and was very gritty (sandy) which spoilt the entire meal!

  • Zoe Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Raymond A. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 24 Jun 25
    Delicious meal near the lovely warm fire!

  • Lourence Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Daniel Dined: 1 week ago
    2.8
    Food 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 3.0
  • Lacy M. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Steven Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 22 Jun 25
    Excellent excellent meal, so tasty and a new favourite. Brilliant service

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