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The Fat Fish Plettenberg Bay

Reviewers' Choice Awards 2022
Contemporary Seafood Sushi Tapas Vegetarian Friendly
Location Pointer Milkwood Centre, Hopwood St, Plettenberg Bay, 6600
4.7
(2687 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

Reviews (2687)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.6
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.6
  • Gerhard D. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Nicolette Z. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 09 Jul 25
    Great dinner! Thank you 😊

  • Esme v. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 07 Jul 25
    Fantastic as always, thank you!

  • Caryn L. Dined: 6 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Daniel P. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • michelle m. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 28 Jun 25
    The food was amazing, service spectacular and the vibes were great. Will definitely come back

  • Hachim H. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 26 Jun 25
    An Unexpected Gem – Best Dining Experience in Plett! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ At first glance, The Fat Fish is easy to overlook – tucked away with a rather modest logo that doesn’t hint at what awaits inside. But once you step in, it’s nothing short of exceptional. The restaurant is built into the natural stone, and those original rocks are still visible inside, giving the space a unique and cozy charm. We were seated near the fireplace, which added a warm and welcoming atmosphere on a cooler evening. The food? Absolutely outstanding from start to finish. We began with sushi and salmon sashimi – both incredibly fresh, with the sashimi truly out of this world. For mains, the Parmesan Kingklip was perfectly cooked and full of flavor, while the tagliatelle with mussels was rich and satisfying. And just when we thought it couldn’t get better – came the dessert: the cheesecake brûlée, a signature dish by Duval, was the perfect crown to an already unforgettable meal. Special mention to our waiter Pieter – fast, friendly, understated, and extremely competent. He made the evening even more enjoyable with his professional and attentive service. We were so impressed, we booked again for the following evening – without a doubt the best dining experience we’ve had in Plettenberg Bay. A true hidden treasure! Update after 2 days: Excellent place, we e joyed the food, the hospitality of the service Pieter and his very well caring manager. For our dessert malva pudding we give him the idea of getting warm vanilla sauce ( custard) and the manager just decides to offer us the dessert on the house. I told him that we did not complain but he insisted. That’s how the customer relationship should work. Bravo Btw, for second time we got the same sushi platter plus salmon sashimi. Sashimi out of this world. Oysters were not cheap but very delicious and premium quality. The whole fish and the Thai like fish were top.

  • Hachim H. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 24 Jun 25
    An Unexpected Gem – Best Dining Experience in Plett! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ At first glance, The Fat Fish is easy to overlook – tucked away with a rather modest logo that doesn’t hint at what awaits inside. But once you step in, it’s nothing short of exceptional. The restaurant is built into the natural stone, and those original rocks are still visible inside, giving the space a unique and cozy charm. We were seated near the fireplace, which added a warm and welcoming atmosphere on a cooler evening. The food? Absolutely outstanding from start to finish. We began with sushi and salmon sashimi – both incredibly fresh, with the sashimi truly out of this world. For mains, the Parmesan Kingklip was perfectly cooked and full of flavor, while the tagliatelle with mussels was rich and satisfying. And just when we thought it couldn’t get better – came the dessert: the cheesecake brûlée, a signature dish by Duval, was the perfect crown to an already unforgettable meal. Special mention to our waiter Pieter – fast, friendly, understated, and extremely competent. He made the evening even more enjoyable with his professional and attentive service. We were so impressed, we booked again for the following evening – without a doubt the best dining experience we’ve had in Plettenberg Bay. A true hidden treasure!

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