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The Fat Fish Plettenberg Bay

Reviewers' Choice Awards 2022
Contemporary Seafood Sushi Tapas Vegetarian Friendly
Milkwood Centre, Hopwood St, Plettenberg Bay, 6600
(2607 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Child Friendly
  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • WiFi
  • Fireplace
  • Pet Friendly
  • Reviewers' Choice 2022 - Top 100

The Fat Fish – Plettenberg Bay

Enjoy the finest, sustainably sourced seafood available, platters of delicate sushi and a variety of innovative contemporary dishes within a stone’s throw of the sea in Plettenberg Bay. All perfectly complemented by an award-winning wine list, classic cocktails and extensive craft gin selection.

The dramatic all-teal contemporary interior affords perfect views of the ocean and the famous Beacon Isle Hotel, while the large open terrace and outdoor Sushi Bar ensure the ultimate venue for al fresco dining on a perfect Plett day.

Open for lunch and dinner, The Fat Fish is a perennial favourite with locals and holidaymakers alike, valued for its exacting standards of friendly, knowledgeable service, quality seafood and some of the finest sushi and wine on the Garden Route.

Please note The Fat Fish is situated upstairs in the Milkwood Centre. Should you require access due to a disability or injury, please contact the restaurant directly to arrange for the private, back entrance to be opened.

Reviews (2607)

4.6 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.5
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.6
  • Karyn M. Dined: 1 day ago
    1.8
    Food 2.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 1.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 18 Apr 25
    Food and service great but my husband ordered a Johnny walker Black but got another cheaper whisky for the same price and mango daiquiri - drink was watered down

  • Penny C. Dined: 1 day ago
    4
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 18 Apr 25
    We arrived early and our table was ready. It was very busy and noisy. We then had plain grilled prawns rice and chips. They were delicious and presentation very good. The wine list is very limited and uninteresting, so we took our own wine. I would recommend the restaurant

  • Christina S. Dined: 3 days ago
    4
    Food 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 16 Apr 25
    We make a point of eating there when we are in Plett.

  • Ursula O. Dined: 3 days ago
    4
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 16 Apr 25
    First time Thai Steam fish and service was excellent . Second time Calamari and Service was standard.

  • Kevin D. Dined: 5 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Richard W. Dined: 4 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 15 Apr 25
    Service was unusually slower than normal . seemed like too few waiters

  • Kalay M. Dined: 5 days ago
    1.7
    Food 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 1.0
    0.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 14 Apr 25
    Unfortunately the experience was marred. After making an online booking staff indicated they only had one table seating, we could either take or...the server actually said, I was the 10th online booking so I can't expect anything better. We were placed at the 1st table upon entry inside, so next to the server station and infront of the loud and noisy kitchen entrance. Just 2minutes after we were seated some.walk ins were shown to a 'better' table away from the server station and kitchen Entry, still at the window to the patio, with views of the beach Then 5 minutes later, the same thing happens. A family of 4 walk in with no reservation and are shown two tables that they could choose from --all better options than the table I was forced to accept. Things didn't improve any further. Service was slow, the food average. We had to sit with our empty plates for atleast 30mins before the table was cleared I was with my elderly father in law and that was the only reason I didn't just walk away from the reservation. Overall, it was not worth the time or cost. Average dishes at best, poor service. I certainly won't be back!

  • Mike G. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 13 Apr 25
    As always an excellent meal here. Great staff. Wide selection of choice including Sushi. Always busy, especially weekends, so book to avoid disappointment.

  • Kevin F. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 13 Apr 25
    As always, first class. Brought our latest UK guests for a 18h00 Supper. The place was buzzing, a classy vibe, as ever. Everyone was bowled over. See you again soon.

  • Paul W. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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  • Monday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Thursday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 20h00