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Reviewed 13 May 2023 via mobile

Quaint seaside setting in Harties. Layer back and chilled. You can take your own wine, and a bar is also available. Lots of food and 7 courses, however prawns and grilled fish an additional charge. Food is average

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 4 February 2023 via mobile

Just go with the flow. Don’t over complicate stuff. Come with friends. Drink, relax and just chill. Relaxing venue. No strings attached

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 26 May 2022

What a wonderful time we had at the Vette Mossel. The food was such a lovely surprise and we enjoyed the whole experience.

Date of visit: May 2022
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Reviewed 19 November 2021

From the get go we could see that the afternoon was going to be packed with awsome seefood and chilled vibes. We ate from all the dishes and it was just as expected. Made us feel that we were some where close to the coast...on holiday for that couple of hours we were there. A must go from us.More

Date of visit: November 2021
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Riaanjordaan, Marketing at De Vette Mossel @ Harties, responded to this reviewResponded 22 November 2021

Thank you 713gbl for the 5-star review

Reviewed 7 November 2021

Sunday 7 November 2021. Previously visited the venue with amazing food and good vibes. Today we visited with out of town family.. The Vette Mossel should remove "Eat as nuch as you can" The mussels ran out shorthly after the lunch started. The snoek portions...were very small and not enough. People had to wait 30+ minutes for more snoek and then not all people could get snoek. The seafood stew also was not enough and then again people had to wait over an hour for more. It was tasteless with a "pink" sauce. The chicken potjie was absolutely tasteless and ended in the bin. For a "seafiod feast " the beef potjie was edible with some taste. MONEY and effort wasted for R260 per head. First time of all our visits that patrons started leaving within 1 hour after lunch started. My advise for people wanting to visit. Paying this money for this quality and quantity Stay Away.More

Date of visit: November 2021
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Riaanjordaan, Marketing at De Vette Mossel @ Harties, responded to this reviewResponded 22 November 2021

Dear Mr Bothe, We find it sad that you did not once mention any of your grievances to us on the day of your visit. Perhaps you did not hear some of our announcements or misunderstood what was happening on the day. Running a all...More

Reviewed 23 May 2021 via mobile

This is a very unique restaurant with a Westcoast beach atmosphere. The 6 course meal was good and unique. There is an area where kids can play. It is essential to make a reservation. Take your own drinks

Date of visit: March 2021
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Riaanjordaan, Marketing at De Vette Mossel @ Harties, responded to this reviewResponded 5 August 2021

Thank you SAC0012016 for the 5-star review

Reviewed 31 January 2021 via mobile

A rustic and super laid back environment, comfortable for a party of 30+ people. Celebrating a few birthdays there was more than enough food to accommodate tastes young and old. Kids can happily keep themselves entertained in the outdoor pen. If wanting prawns order early...as there was a cut off time for the Sunday lunch sitting. Watch eating to much of the most delicious bread to allow room for the varied courses.More

Date of visit: January 2021
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Riaanjordaan, Marketing at De Vette Mossel @ Harties, responded to this reviewResponded 1 February 2021

Thank you Anthea.

Reviewed 24 January 2021 via mobile

Everything was amazing! The ambience, food and service. You have to go there hungry to enjoy every course

Date of visit: January 2021
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Riaanjordaan, Marketing at De Vette Mossel @ Harties, responded to this reviewResponded 25 January 2021

Good Day Kirstan. Thank you so much for joining us, we so please to read your review. Thank you for the 5-star review.

Reviewed 15 December 2020 via mobile

What a fantastic festive atmosphere. The restaurant is family friendly. The food was amazing and well prepared. Staff friendly and helpful. On my next visit to Harties I 'll be there again. Thank you for a relaxing afternoon.

Date of visit: December 2020
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Riaanjordaan, Marketing at De Vette Mossel @ Harties, responded to this reviewResponded 18 December 2020

Good Day Nikkieg2017. Thank you for the review and 5-stars. We hope to see you back again soon.

Reviewed 7 December 2020

The food was great but unfortunately we were let down by the service of the manager. She was rude and unaccommodating. There were also no covid-19 measures in place. No one was screened at the entrance and the tables were all full and there was...not enough space given between tables. No one were asked to put their masks on while walking around on the premises. Compared to the De Vette Mossel in Parys, this experience was a complete let down.More

Date of visit: December 2020
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Rochelle, General Manager at De Vette Mossel @ Harties, responded to this reviewResponded 14 December 2020

Hi MiaSey, thank you for your feedback. Not sure what the situation in question was that lead to your experience with one of our managers being so negative. You are welcome to contact us directly with more details on your complaint, dvmhptyltd@gmail.com. In general I...More

Reviewed 2 March 2020

Found our new go-to restaurant for when we want to get out of the city! Definately worth a visit. Great atmosphere, service and value for money.

Date of visit: March 2020
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Riaanjordaan, Marketing at De Vette Mossel @ Harties, responded to this reviewResponded 5 March 2020

Good Day JamesM. Thank you so much for the 5-star review. We so pleased you found us! Looking forward to the next visit.

Reviewed 23 February 2020

Wow what a fantastic atmosphere. Very good food and great vibe. We will come again. The food is great and tasty.

Date of visit: February 2020
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Riaanjordaan, Marketing at De Vette Mossel @ Harties, responded to this reviewResponded 24 February 2020

Good Day Naas. Thank you for the review, we look forward to your next visit.

Reviewed 16 February 2020 via mobile

Went there today with no booking and we were welcomed as if we were family. Neels, Anette and the rest of the team are great. They have a brilliant idea and setting. Great traditional South African food and the vibe speaks to us completely. We...truly felt we could easily be at the west coast or even Costa Rica! Overall experience was great, bathrooms felt as if you were in a tree house... all is very cool and will be back. Don’t miss this place, it’s a must experience. Thank you!More

Date of visit: February 2020
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Riaanjordaan, Marketing at De Vette Mossel @ Harties, responded to this reviewResponded 18 February 2020

Good Day Sigal. Thank you so much for the review and kind words. We look forward to your next visit.

Reviewed 2 February 2020

Great food (from the first course to the coffee and koeksisters at the end), great atmosphere, great hosts. Definitely value for money.

Date of visit: February 2020
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DVMHarties, Manager at De Vette Mossel @ Harties, responded to this reviewResponded 3 February 2020

Thank you very much for the great review Gustie . Trust we see you soon again. Regards.

Reviewed 20 January 2020 via mobile

The staff are friendly and welcoming. Traditional Afrikaans South African culture experience. The restaurant is family friendly with a play area for older kids and the beach sand entertains smaller toddlers. The restaurant offers a dinning experience of several courses served over a few hours....The food is delicious mainly seafood with a beef and chicken course in between. There is a beach bar to order drinks but they welcome BYOB as well, which is great. The live music adds to the great atmosphere and brings to life the Afrikaans culture. Overall this is a phenomenal authentic South African experience with amazing food.More

Date of visit: January 2020
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Riaanjordaan, Public Relations Manager at De Vette Mossel @ Harties, responded to this reviewResponded 23 January 2020

Thank you for the review.

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De Vette Mossel @ Harties is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4.5