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Cafe Mario

The Waterfront, Knysna, South Africa
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Ranked #11 of 66 restaurants in Knysna
Price range: INR56 - INR56
Good for: Child-friendly, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Johannesburg
Senior Contributor
37 reviews 37 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Coming from a full italian family( married into one) a good pizza is always a measure of a good restaurant and Cafe mario has that . The wheat free is even amazing. The rest of the food is okay, but the authentic italian pizza and pasta is the way to go when you eat here( the chocolate cake per by... More

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Eastern Cape
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Another visit to Cafe Mario at the Waterfront, Knysna, confirmed our first impression from a previous visit. Excellent pizzas (too much......couldn't finish ours), perfect venue next to the marina and harbour, friendly service, and good value. Definitely a ' come back ' place to visit again...only adverse comment was from hubby, who would have liked a few more anchovies on... More

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Franschhoek, South Africa
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

During our six day stay in Knysna we almost visited Cafe Mario every day. Every single thing we ordered from the menu was truly amazing and very good value for money. Very friendly staff!!! Thank you for memorable moments.

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Grahamstown, South Africa
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Best pizza in the world. yum yum. They use good ingredients and thin bases. You can see why this resturant is always so full. They have a wonderful view as well.

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Knysna, South Africa
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26 reviews 26 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Always get good basic Italian food at this popular spot which is presided over by the ever genial host. Been going there for years and only had one bad meal.Reasonably priced and you can sit in or outside.

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Somerset West, South Africa
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

We enjoyed fantastic pizza and pasta and a very good wine at Marios ! The restaurant is simple and relaxed- but the food is you receive a very good value at this restaurant ! The service is as well very friendly.

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Uplands Plettenberg Bay
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9 reviews 9 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

We had one of our escape days - usually a Wednesday and decided to try Cafe Mario again. The food was tasty everyday food nothing really spectacular but good value for money especially for a family on a budget. The choice of wines was good and the ambience and service very good.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013 via mobile

Great food and service. Highly recommended Italian food. Great for families with young kids too. Excellent coffee.......................

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Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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10 restaurant reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013 via mobile

Good reliable food and service. Especially for a waterfront location where restaurants often rely on the foot fall to get business rather than on quality. Nice touches such as wheat free pasta.

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See 2 more reviews by Andreas C for Knysna
Cape Town Central, South Africa
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25 reviews 25 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

Mario's is situated at the Knysna Waterfront and has indoor and outdoor seating. The food is par excellence and his waitrons are first class and the Owner or his family are always present - the makings of a well supervised business with attention to detail. Most pasta is made fresh on the premises and their Pizza's are delicious. A must... More

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