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Reviewed 4 July 2023

Huge glass of wine and a delicious pizza. Friendly and helpful staff. An outside area for smokers. A warm welcome to the National Arts Festival!

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 24 June 2023 via mobile

Out for drinks! We had a pit stop here to have a few craft Gin’s and it was so worth it! The place is well designed and to have a good sundowner or to start the evening! Its a must stop in Makhanda!

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 23 June 2023

Service very poor as only one person waiting on tables. Chicken breast had to be sent back to the kitchen twice. 1st time it was raw and 2nd time burnt black with sauce and cheese on top to try and hide it. Overall very disappointing...especially with the prices they charge.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 3 June 2023

Great food and really great service from Mr V! Major Fraser's is definitely my favourite cocktail and burger joint in town.

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 28 December 2022 via mobile

We have gone here so many times, each time is disappointing and after the last experience, we’re done. Never again. The food is good, but it always sounds better on the menu and then disappoints. The drinks are good, but the service is TERRIBLE! It...takes forever between each step. Being acknowledged, getting a menu, getting a drink, getting an order in, food, etc. Plan on being there 3 hours. We had a large group go for a birthday and we all said how terrible the service is, but unfortunately there isn’t many options in Grahamstown. It was the worst experience we all had ever had. We couldn’t even get wine glasses, we had to go get them ourselves. Flat tonic, wrong food orders, it was just one after the other. They need to hire more people. The manager is always there but he never seems to care.More

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed 7 August 2022

A comprehensive menu but usually settle for a pizza and beer. Had crafted wood fired pizzas and local craft beer.

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed 19 May 2022

My wife had the vegan burger and I the kudu burger. Both were excellent. Also some interesting craft beers and a really good pork belly skewer. Close to the Arch at the local university

Date of visit: May 2022
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Reviewed 8 April 2022 via mobile

Looked everywhere for a good coffee place and this was the only place we could find that we wanted to visit. It was very good. Friendly barista, though limited treat offer as they had sold out of many items. Good ambiance too on a chilly...afternoon.More

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 25 March 2022

We arrived on Wednesday evening for the Kingswood Hockey Tour and came to Frasers for dinner. The service was super and the food was delicious. We considered going somewhere different for our second night but there’s no where better than Frasers in Grahamstown! Other parents...here for the hockey tour told us stories of their experiences at other restaurants and that confirmed that we would happily head back to Frasers ~ and they didn’t disappoint. We were so happy that we even came for breakfast on our last morning here! They are so friendly and accommodating…and our meals were divine. Trust us, don’t go anywhere else!More

Date of visit: March 2022
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Reviewed 21 March 2022 via mobile

Great chilled atmosphere in an open air courtyard. Chicken coriander salad is fabulous as well as the double cheese smash burger!

Date of visit: March 2022
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Reviewed 5 March 2022

The food is always amazing and the drinks are very nice and the staff is always friendly , I am always happy to go to Fraser's. Well done chef

Date of visit: March 2022
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Reviewed 25 February 2022 via mobile

Food was top notch, service was great, easy to find location and lovely vibe. Best spot in Grahamstown!

Date of visit: February 2022
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Reviewed 3 February 2022 via mobile

This is a must stop eatery and drinks place in Grahamstown. Major has all-round good service and friendly staff, good music, and a good menu. The menu is carefully selected and its quality food. For this review, I want to highlight the dessert surprise we...got on our wedding anniversary!!More

Date of visit: January 2022
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Reviewed 18 October 2021 via mobile

Great food and service . Great Gintales !! The food portions are great and freshly prepared. Very resonbale and . Friendly staff ..

Date of visit: October 2021
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Reviewed 11 September 2020

This spot is such a stunning gem in Grahamstown that's open every day of the week! Its a must stop and it's open space makes it fantastic for family meals as well as date nights.

Date of visit: September 2020
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Yes, its a chilled and relaxed environment. Yet it does not have a ‘play area’ but should be fine for an 8 year old.
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I can’t answer for the owners but since the have an outdoor space if your pet is people-friendly it should be OK but, to be sure, I suggest phoning them +27635482903 or contacting via Facebook if they are not responsive to... More
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