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The Fat Fish Plettenberg Bay

Reviewers' Choice Awards 2022
Contemporary Seafood Sushi Tapas
Location Pointer Milkwood Centre, Hopwood St, Plettenberg Bay, 6600
4.7
(2946 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Child Friendly
  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • WiFi
  • Fireplace
  • Pet Friendly
  • Reviewers' Choice 2022 - Top 100

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The Fat Fish – Plettenberg Bay

Enjoy the finest, sustainably sourced seafood available, platters of delicate sushi and a variety of innovative contemporary dishes within a stone’s throw of the sea in Plettenberg Bay. All perfectly complemented by an award-winning wine list, classic cocktails and extensive craft gin selection.

The dramatic all-teal contemporary interior affords perfect views of the ocean and the famous Beacon Isle Hotel, while the large open terrace and outdoor Sushi Bar ensure the ultimate venue for al fresco dining on a perfect Plett day.

Open for lunch and dinner, The Fat Fish is a perennial favourite with locals and holidaymakers alike, valued for its exacting standards of friendly, knowledgeable service, quality seafood and some of the finest sushi and wine on the Garden Route.

Please note The Fat Fish is situated upstairs in the Milkwood Centre. Should you require access due to a disability or injury, please contact the restaurant directly to arrange for the private, back entrance to be opened.

Opening Hours

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

Specials

Seafood Platter Special

Enjoy a complimentary bottle of wine (Wild House Sauvignon Blanc or Cabernet Sauvignon) with every Seafood Platter for Two! Only for R795.

  • 10 Jul - 31 Aug
  • Available 24/7
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 10 Jul 2026

Fish & Chips Lunch Special

Enjoy two delicious plates of our legendary Fish & Chips (beer battered and deep fried or grilled to perfection) for R200!

  • 10 Jul - 30 Sep
  • Tue & Thu: 12:00 - 16:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 10 Jul 2026

Reviews (2946)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.6
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.6
  • Michela C. Dined: 1 day ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Dieter V. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 12 Aug 26
    The special occasion was my wife’s birthday. This was mentioned in the very easy to use booking app. We got the window seat I requested and the service and food was on point. Well done yet again Fat Fish!!

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

    Reviewed on: Wed 12 Aug 26
    Fantastic meal. So good we’ve booked again.

  • Lorette T. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 11 Aug 26
    Catch of Day was worth every cent. Seared Tuna! It was delicious! And on a very cold day, the atmosphere was warm and inviting. Prebooking is recommended.

  • Stephen H. Dined: 4 days ago
    4.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 11 Aug 26
    The Fat Fish has always been on our list of restaurants when we visit Plettenberg Bay.....there is always a buzz and service is good.....however last night we found the restaurant so noisy we could hardly talk across the table... The beer battered fish is always our favourite and the fish was as always fresh and the batter crispy, however the portion of fish is small and disguised by the batter .......still a great restaurant but not sure that still good value....

  • Mike B. Dined: 4 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 11 Aug 26
    Always a delight! Keep up the fabulous service to our Plett Community!

  • Bianca Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Mareli W. Dined: 5 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 10 Aug 26
    We always make a point to reserve a table when in Plett. This place is TOP NOTCH!!!

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