217 reviews
#11 of 96 Restaurants in Plettenberg BayRR - RRR, Seafood, Contemporary, Vegetarian friendly+27 44 533 0637+ Add websiteImprove this listing
Hours
Sun
12:00 - 23:00
Mon
12:00 - 23:00
Tue
12:00 - 23:00
Wed
12:00 - 23:00
Thu
12:00 - 23:00
Fri
12:00 - 23:00
Sat
12:00 - 23:00
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4.5
Travellers' Choice 2024
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PRICE RANGE
R 100.00 – R 996.00
CUISINES
Seafood, Contemporary
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options
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Grand Africa Lookout Beach welcomes guests with a sense of elegance and worldly charm while reflecting upon its setting over Africa’s most beautiful bay.
PRICE RANGE
R 100.00 – R 996.00
CUISINES
Seafood, Contemporary
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service
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4.5
217 reviews
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Poor
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johnN7556ZA
Sandton151 contributions
Jan 2025 • couples
Nestled right on the picturesque Lookout Beach in Plettenberg Bay, The Grand offers a setting that's hard to beat. With stunning ocean views and a relaxed coastal ambiance, it’s the perfect spot for a leisurely meal or a sunset drink.
During our visit, the service left a mixed impression. While our particular waiter seemed somewhat slow and not entirely informed about the menu, we noticed other staff members providing more attentive and prompt service to nearby tables. This inconsistency may have been a one-off, but it’s worth noting.
The food, however, delivered in every way. The Avo Ritz starter was fresh and beautifully presented, striking the perfect balance between creamy and tangy flavors. For the main course, the Linguine Prawn Pasta stood out as a highlight – the pasta was perfectly cooked, and the prawns were succulent, with just the right amount of spice to elevate the dish. Both are highly recommended.
Overall, The Grand shines with its unbeatable location and delightful cuisine. The food and setting make it a spot worth visiting.
Written 20 January 2025
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Life Brand
Hello Johnn
Thank you for your detailed review. We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed our unbeatable location on Lookout Beach and the stunning ocean views. It’s great to know that the Avo Ritz starter and Linguine Prawn Pasta were the highlights of your meal. We’ll be sure to share your compliments with the kitchen. We do apologize for the mixed service experience and appreciate your feedback, which will help us improve.
We hope to welcome you back for another great visit soon
Many thanks,
Grand Africa Lookout Beach
Written 22 January 2025
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Christo
Durbanville21 contributions
Mar 2024 • couples
In the middle of the Easter weekend we asked for a great seat for our anniversary, the manager was more than happy to suggest a table overlooking the beach! What a wonderful refresher in service!
The food was equally delicious, salmon roses and tempura prawns for starters, prawn linguine and fillet for mains, everything we had hoped for and more.
The ambience both professional and beachfront in one!
I have included pictures but never had the urge to share a picture of the restroom, see for yourself.
We will most certainly be back for more
Written 31 March 2024
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Life Brand
Hello Odyssey32305928850,
Thank you for your 5 star review of Grand Africa Lookout Beach! 😊 Your kind words about the exceptional service, particularly on your anniversary, truly warm our hearts. 👏🏼 It brings us immense joy to know that you enjoyed our delectable cuisine and soaked in the delightful ambience of our restaurant
We can't wait to welcome you back again soon.
Many thanks,
Grand Africa Lookout Beach
Written 2 April 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Gerd H
Cologne61 contributions
Feb 2025 • couples
Relaxed lounge with stunning views of Keurboom beach.
The manager Deagoh managed to pull us down from the continuous music sound of the previously visited restaurant in no time at all, to be “laid back” again.
Perfect service of a born host.
Thank you!
Gladly again
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Written 2 February 2025
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Life Brand
Hello 104Gerdh,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the relaxed lounge ambience at Grand Africa Lookout Beach, complemented by the stunning views of Keurboomstrand. It's wonderful to know that Deagoh was able to create a welcoming atmosphere for you to unwind.
We look forward to welcoming you back to Grand Africa Café & Beach for more memorable moments.
Many thanks,
Grand Africa Lookout Beach
Written 3 February 2025
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Ruben K
Cape Town3 contributions
Dec 2023 • family
For a beautiful up-market restaurant like this, it was truly one of the most disappointing and poorest dining experiences we've ever had as a family.
You may be fooled by the stunning location and design aesthetics of the restaurant, however, the service is exceptionally poor. We waited extremely long for our drinks, and this must be some of the worst cocktails ever tasted in a restaurant. Overly sweet syrup with flat soda and a splash of alcohol. The cocktails at this branch definitely do not even come close to any of the other Grand restaurants.
Not only were the drinks below average, our waiter got our food order wrong on multiple items, and we had to wait for dishes and sides that were forgotten whilst the rest of the table were eating. By the time our mains were finished, some poorly cooked sides were rushed to our table. After asking for these items to be removed from the bill, it was still included in the final bill, and then removed after an additional wait.
Other than taking our drinks and food order, our waiter did not come and check up ONCE to ask whether we are still alright at the table. We received a weak apology at the table from the manager.
The cherry on top is how ridiculously overpriced it is for average food and terrible drinks.
What a disappointing experience for such a beautiful place. I am not one to complain about a restaurant often via online reviews, but unfortunately the level of poor service received tonight warrants a negative review.
Smoke and mirrors. Do better.
Written 30 December 2023
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Life Brand
Dear Ruben_4815162342,
Thank you for bringing these concerning issues to our attention. We humbly apologise for your recent experience.
We would appreciate an opportunity to get in contact with you directly to address your feedback. Please send your details to https://ga3.goreview.co.za/goreview-crm?revid=qGASRhNl and a member of our management team will be in touch.
We hope to hear from you soon.
Kind regards,
Grand Africa Lookout Beach
Written 2 January 2024
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Bad Billy
Plettenberg Bay27 contributions
Nov 2023 • couples
In terms of venue, the restaurant is right on the beach, well laid out and comfortable. Our only criticism is the sand floor inside. The welcome was warm, and we found all staff very friendly and attentive if, as we discovered later a little under confidant with their knowledge of the food itself.
We’re used to the absolutely over the top prices that almost every restaurant charges for alcohol in this town - almost R60 for a standard local draught is beyond sanity.
We took our own fizz and informed that the corkage was R140. Really?
Offering a set menu we all opted for that choice as it did offer a wide variety of choices and for a three course meal, reasonable at R255 a head.
We all selected the same starter, beef tartare with cured egg yolk, capers and picked red onion (which was black -odd). The balance was way off and I suspect the egg may have been cured in the Dead Sea and the onion accompanying it almost burnt in taste.
One of us ordered the entrecôte steak I think it was described as, rare. Slice of beef arrived with tiniest sliver of pink must have been difficult to cook as so thin.
Two of us had mussels with pasta. Mussels overcooked, pasta tasteless, touch dry and frankly a fail.
Last dish was a chicken and broccoli pasta which was the single and only decent dish of the meal.
The desserts so bad we all sent them back. Chocolate pots with a teaspoon of vanilla ice cream and a half thimble of hazelnut praline.
The sad part is that almost all of the dishes offered on the lunch special are from the main menu which may send the tone for other dishes.
I said at the outset that the staff were Maybe not well informed about the content or preparation of the food. Maybe we hit a bad day, but the place has just reopened and we expected far better quality’s
Written 20 November 2023
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Life Brand
Dear Steve D,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're saddened to know that you did not fully enjoy your meal.
We would appreciate an opportunity to get in contact with you directly to address your feedback. Please send your details to https://ga3.goreview.co.za/goreview-crm?revid=EQdKDrZB and a member of our management team will be in touch.
We hope to hear from you soon.
Many thanks,
Grand Africa Lookout Beach
Written 21 November 2023
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Bridgit
South Africa17 contributions
Dec 2022 • friends
Food took over 90 min in arriving and when it did it was in drips and drabs. Salmon rolls were delicious but 3 guests ordered rainbow rolls they were totally tasteless / bland for R 200 per serving this was most disappointing . Beautiful setting .
Written 30 December 2022
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martinkQ4444OU
Cape Town13 contributions
Dec 2021 • friends
Location is stunning, but two fundamental issues for a restaurant in this price category:
1. The food generally wasn’t great.
2. Be aware of the loud music. We were there on a Sunday evening in December, with a DJ playing house music too loud for us to enjoy a meal with friends (maybe others don’t mind).
That said, the service was very good, and the manager did deal very professionally with the complaint we had about the food, and offered a replacement for the pasta which clearly had way too much salt.
Written 22 December 2021
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Life&Brand
Dear Martinkq4444Ou,
We appreciate you sharing your experience about your recent visit. We're delighted that you were pleased with the service. However, we are saddened to know that you did not enjoy the food and atmosphere of our Beach.
We would love the opportunity to contact you and hopefully, turn your experience into a 5-star one. Please send us your contact detail via this link https://ga3.goreview.co.za/goreview-crm?revid=ypBLJT \ so that our customer care team can be in touch.
We hope to hear from you soon.
Many thanks,
Grand Africa Lookout Beach
Written 23 December 2021
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Navigate639065
4 contributions
Apr 2023 • none
There were a lot of items missing off the menu. Firstly there was only one beer which my son in laws thought was disgusting. When we when we went to order our food so much of it was not available( including desserts) and the overrall experience was really not great. Was the last night of our holiday and was very disappointing. That night my daughter and son in law both had upset stomachs. Glad live in the Uk as definitely would not be returning!!!
Written 27 May 2023
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Life and Brand
Dear Navigate639065,
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We are very sorry to hear that we did not meet your expectations on your last visit.
We would appreciate an opportunity to get in touch with you so that we may address your concerns. Kindly follow the link https://ga3.goreview.co.za/goreview-crm?revid=Wdu3yaY8 so that we can rectify this.
Hopefully, we can turn this around for you.
Sincerely,
Grand Africa Lookout Beach
Written 29 May 2023
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ChantelYea
Plettenberg Bay3 contributions
Mar 2023 • none
Excellent venue, Thando's service was fantastic! We were a party of 11 celebrating a birthday. The Sunday set menu was good value and the live musician added to the general beachside holiday feel. This was our second Sunday visit, and we will be back.
Written 5 March 2023
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Life&Brand
Dear Chantelyea,
Thank you for reviewing your experience at Grand Africa Café and Beach. We're delighted to hear that you experience great food and live entertainment while receiving great service from Thando at our stunning venue.
We look forward to hosting you again, soon!
Many thanks,
Grand Africa Lookout Beach
Written 7 March 2023
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Kaira B
Greater Johannesburg1 contribution
Dec 2021 • family
We visited the Grand restaurant whilst on holiday. While the exterior might make you believe that the service may be good, it is not. We waited over an hour for uncomplicated pizza and halloumi order. The pizza was average with scarce cheese and toppings, while waiting a further 10minutes for condiments. I was starved by the time the pizza arrived to still wait for condiments is ridiculous.
Honestly spend your hard earned money somewhere else. Not worth it.
Written 29 December 2021
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Life&Brand
Dear Kairab2014,
Thank you for your feedback and sharing your experience with us in such great detail. We are so sorry to see that our service didn't live up to your standards. This is not our way.
Please send us your contact details as well as a copy of this review via this link https://ga3.goreview.co.za/goreview-crm?revid=FTi7c0 so that we may get in contact and hopefully turn things around.
We hope to hear from you soon.
Many thanks,
Grand Africa Lookout Beach
Written 29 December 2021
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NCVienna
Belfast1143 contributions
Mar 2024 • couples
We picked a bad night as the restaurant was preparing for an Afrikaans stand-up comedian and any patrons that had come to simply dine and not take part in the show were placed at tables at the periphery of the restaurant which ruined the experience. Instead of getting a table with seaview we had to contend with the loud PA system and very hurried service. The food was ok but not outstanding and we rushed dinner so we could leave. Not a great experience.
Written 3 May 2024
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Life Brand
Hello Ncvienna,
We're sorry to hear about your disappointing experience.
Kindly follow our link https://ga3.goreview.co.za/goreview-crm?revid=QQbPN7HT so we can reach out to you to discuss this further and address it appropriately.
We hope to hear back from you soon.
Kind regards,
Grand Africa Lookout Beach
Written 6 May 2024
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Tiffany R
Deinze1 contribution
Feb 2023 • family
Accidentally stumbled upon this place and we had such a divine evening. Masie ( our waiter ) was so charismatic and attentive. The pizza special on a Friday is a must and great value , and you can’t beat the views and cocktails.
Written 10 February 2023
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Life&Brand
Hey there Tiffany R,
What a fabulous review! We're so happy to hear that you received delicious pizza and cocktails as well as great service from Masie while enjoying the lovely view.
We look forward to hosting you again, soon!
Many thanks,
Grand Africa Lookout Beach
Written 14 February 2023
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Marina R
1 contribution
Feb 2025 • couples
We enjoyed a great dinner here in February with wonderful views of the beach.
The manager Deagon greeted us warmly and led us to the table. The views of the beach and the sea were incredible and the menu also very varied. Priced top and qualitatively also really good food. The waitress was also very friendly!
We will definitely come back!
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Written 1 February 2025
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Life Brand
Hey Marina,
Thank you for your glowing review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed a delightful dinner at Grand Africa Lookout Beach, complemented by our breathtaking views of the shoreline. It is heartwarming to know that Deagon made your experience even more memorable with his warm welcome.
We look forward to having you back for more memorable experiences.
Many thanks,
Grand Africa Lookout Beach
Written 3 February 2025
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Richard v
5 contributions
Feb 2023 • couples
Masi our server was amazing, constantly smiling and laughing and offering advice on menu choices.
He made delivery of bad news regarding unavailable items a breeze and guided us to other just as tasty choices.
Stunning venue and the food was faultless
Written 7 February 2023
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Life&Brand
Hello Richard V,
Thank you for your 5-star review of Grand Africa Lookout Beach! We appreciate the wonderful compliments about the service from Masi, the venue and the delicious food.
We look forward to welcoming you back to our beach again soon!
Kind regards,
Grand Africa Lookout Beach
Written 8 February 2023
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Patricia L
Cape Town Central1 contribution
Mar 2024 • family
We were welcomed by the amazing hostess and even though we had no window table reservation we were treated with grace. The hostess advised us to enjoy a glass of wine while she organized a table with direct beach views. The food was outstanding! The service exceptionally friendly and professional. We asked to meet the chef and he came to our table. He really is an asset to this fabulous restaurant and we highly recommend it. When in Plettenberg Bay…. do not leave before enjoying a candlelit dinner experience. Elize & Patricia
Cape Town
Written 9 March 2024
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Life Brand
Hello Patricia L,
Thank you for your glowing review of Grand Africa Lookout Beach! 😊 We're really happy to hear that you enjoyed the outstanding food, exceptionally friendly service and the overall experience during your visit.
We hope to see you again soon for another Grand time.
Kind regards,
Grand Africa Lookout Beach
Written 11 March 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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