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The Fat Fish - Plettenberg Bay

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Contemporary Seafood Sushi Tapas Vegetarian Friendly
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Attributes

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

Enjoy the finest, sustainably sourced seafood available, platters of delicate sushi and a variety of other delightfully original 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.

An open, contemporary and light filled interior offers views of the ocean and the famous Beacon Isle Hotel, while the large open terrace ensures the ultimate venue for al fresco dining on a perfect Plett evening.

Open lunch and dinner, The Fat Fish is a perennial favourite with locals and holidaymakers alike, valued for its exacting standards of friendly, knowledgeable service and quality seafood.

Reviews (1468)

4.6 out of 5.0
Food 4.7
Value 4.5
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.5
  • Trevor F. Dined: 14 hours ago
    4
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 28 Mar 23
    My wife’s trout was cold and my ribs were meat free

  • Cliff H. Dined: 2 days ago
    3.5
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 27 Mar 23
    3 out of 4 meals where fine, I had the worst fish and chips EVER

  • Deanne R. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 27 Mar 23
    Always a treat to ear here. Chowder, Tuna & Chicken Liver starters were particularly delish.

  • Graham H. Dined: 1 day ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 27 Mar 23
    Good as always. Bit noisy with everyone chatting enjoying themselves

  • Christian D. Dined: 1 day ago
    3.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 3.0
  • Brian & Christine S. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 26 Mar 23
    Thank you everyone for our delicious food last evening. You look after us so very well and we look forward to seeing you all again next year.

  • Jan S. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 25 Mar 23
    Great place to eat at Plettenberg Bay! Especially the service (Dean) was amazing!

  • Bronya h. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Penny C. Dined: 4 days ago
    4.3
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 24 Mar 23
    I am gluten and diary intolerant. They adapted the mussels to suit my diet. The dish was amazing. Thank you

  • Katrina N. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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Opening Hours

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