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East Head Café is Knysna’s favourite meeting place, more than just a café or coffee shop, it is a well-known local landmark where family and friends are always seen having a good time. In the never-ending pursuit of service excellence, great emphasis has been placed on offering superior service by well-trained staff. The food is simple, yet well made with accent on freshness - all dishes are made using the best local produce that we can source. East Head Café supports the naturally-Knysna initiative in sustaining local & responsible suppliers.
PRICE RANGE
US$3 - US$12
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
CUISINES
Healthy
FEATURES
Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Parking Available, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Waterfront
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Reviewed 5 days ago

We have now lived in this beautiful town for 18 years and during this time East Head Cafe have kept up to an incredible standard; even through the years with Covid. The improvements that have been made to the outside seating area have made the...experience of eating out above the ocean exceptional. This is definitely a place one should visit at least once whilst in the Garden RouteMore

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 24 October 2023 via mobile

We had been on a boat trip around Knysna in the more and had seen this restaurant from the boat. The captain said was great so after the trip we drove over for a late lunch. They do t take reservations so we just turned...up and they found us a table. The staff were really helpful and friendly. They had a good menu with seafood, salads, etc and a few items on the specials board. We went for the fish & chips and the seafood curry. Both arrived relatively quickly and were great. The fish, chips and tartar sauce were really very good - maybe the batter on the fish could have been a little more crispy. My wife’s seafood salad had plenty of seafood in and overall it had some heat to it but wasn’t over spicy - just how she likes currys. Overall it was an excellent lunch and really good value for moneyMore

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 18 October 2023 via mobile

Amazing breakfast with great views and service. I had smoked salmon Benedict and also had homemade apple juice with celery and ginger. Staff was attentive and friendly. Great value.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 19 July 2023 via mobile

It took just a few seconds falling in love with this place! Amazing location, great service (the even kept open way beyond closing time because of all the guests enjoying the beautiful afternoon outdoors) - and good food! Thanks! Hoping to come back!

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 3 July 2023

This restaurant is AMAZING!!! I would highly recommend to anyone that wants really good food for a decent price. Also if you are just looking for a nice bite this is perfect! I loved the food and the service is fantastic

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 27 April 2023 via mobile

We enjoyed a good breakfast with kick ass coffee whilst enjoying the magnificent view of the Knysna Heads. Very jovial engaging friendly staff. Highly recommend having a meal at this fine establishment.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 27 April 2023

Great food and a lovely atmosphere. The view that looks out over the lagoon is tranquil. The outside seating is provided with blankets for those of us more prone to cold and the staff are very friendly.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 15 April 2023 via mobile

Excellent lunch! Mussels on a special were really good, Vegan Espatada excellent as was the fish and chips. Daiquiri also really good!

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 26 February 2023 via mobile

What a gem. The location is magical, the food is delicious and the staff is absolutely incredible. Would highly recommend it.

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 11 February 2023

We stopped here 11am on a Saturday morning. Got a table straight away outside with wonderful coastal view. Super friendly staff and the best carrot cake we’ve ever had. Coffee very good also. Fabulous thank you

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 5 February 2023

Great views of course. They don't take bookings, so there was a wait for outdoor tables when we arrived. We decided to be seated inside immediately instead. The drinks and food were great. Very busy cafe and parking lot, with two parking attendants to help...you get a space. So glad we came here.More

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed 12 January 2023

The downside of this hugely popular restaurant right at the end of Knysna's east head is that they have a no reservation policy. This isn't a problem if, like us, you're staying nearby, but for those coming from further afield, it's a bit of a...pain to be have to wait for a call on your cellphone when a table has become available. But despite its popularity, the food is consistently good and the staff are friendly and efficient.More

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 29 December 2022

East Head Cafe is always consistent. Excellent welcoming service and a very good menu with high quality food.

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed 21 December 2022

I definitely recommend having breakfast at East Head Cafe. The breakfast was delicious, and the views were amazing. The service was efficient, and our waitress was very friendly. Thank you for having us East Heads.

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed 14 December 2022

We went on a weekday morning in October, and it wasn't crowded. We had a lovely seat outside. The view and food were amazing. Our server was very friendly and efficient. Highly recommend!

Date of visit: October 2022
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East Head Cafe is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5