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Cruise Cafe

Remembrance Avenue | off Waterfront Drive, Knysna 6570, South Africa
0443821693
Ranked #14 of 58 restaurants in Knysna
4.0 of 5 stars 35 Reviews
Cuisines: African, Asian
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
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Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
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Knysna, South Africa
Senior Contributor
35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

the view and the food are always great - Great place to take out of towners More

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Belgium
Top Contributor
76 reviews 76 reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

The only thing special about this restaurant is its view. The food was average (good, but it was our least favorate dinner on our 14 day trip in SA) and rather overpriced. Limited choice as well. More

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Sedgefield, South Africa
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

They always serve food with amazing flovours and presentation. I always enjoy what I order! More

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Rockville Centre, New York
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77 reviews 77 reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Service, food, sunset views--all so good. Why deal with pedestrian places in tourist areas. This is near the waterfront joints, but words away. We had catch of the day cob, their outstanding local oysters, calamari as well as home made ice cream for desert. All were top drawer. Cob is a local thick and buttery fish that is just coming... More

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London
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

The location, views fabulous; food not to shout home about, service lacksadaisical More

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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012
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Situated right on the Knysna lagoon the location has an excellent view yet quiet setting away from the mainstream tourist area, which means most visitors are either local or by referrals. Half our party of 4 had the Ribeye Steak served with roasted veg and salad. Chef was very accommodating to our request for less rich rich sauce than the... More

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Sutton Coldfield
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45 reviews 45 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012

A lovely place to eat, set on the lakeside. Good food and absolutely great service. Really good value. Very enjoyable. More

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Kent, England
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012

The Cruise Cafe offers an extensive menu of well prepared food and is situated at the Ferry Terminal servicing the Featherbed Nature Reserve tours. Service and quality get top marks, as also does the standard of the restaurant. More

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Sedgefield
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012
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Excellent spot out of the hustle and bustle of Tourist crowds. Great for Lunch really enjoyed the Burger More

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Knysna, South Africa
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

this restaurant has reasonable food and winelist and a waterfront location. service can often be very disappointing, but would recommend it if you aren't in a hurry. More

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