Restaurants in Hermanus
Hermanus offers a vibrant and diverse restaurant scene, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Overberg coastline. From fresh seafood served just metres from the ocean to fine dining establishments, cosy bistros, and relaxed farm-to-table eateries, the town caters to every palate. Whether you’re in the mood for sushi, traditional South African flavours, artisanal coffee, or award-winning wines paired with gourmet cuisine, Hermanus’s restaurants blend culinary quality with warm, local hospitality.
Here are just a few of all our highly recommended restaurants to experience. Our amazing team will gladly assist in recommending restaurants to suit your preferences.
Burgundy
Tel: 028 312 2800
The Burgundy Restaurant is located in the heart of Hermanus, overlooking the Walker Bay and the majestic Overberg mountains. It is the best land based whale watching restaurant in the world, where you will be entertained by whales breaching in the bay. The restaurant boasts with a beautiful alfresco outside dining area, perfect for sunny days and balmy evenings. The inside dining area is tastefully decorated with separate private dining areas.
Char’d
Tel: 028 312 1986
Char’d Grill & Wine Bar is a bespoke establishment in the Village Square on the famous Hermanus waterfront.
While meat eaters have come to accept the view that a good steak has to be one of the traditionally tender and juicy cuts, at Char’d the emphasis is on unusual and innovative cuts of beef as well as the old-time classics.
Fisherman's Cottage
Tel: 028 312 3642
We are a small and high energy team and pride ourselves in using quality ingredients such as real butter, only purchasing fresh local fish, free range eggs, chicken, and pork. We also bake all our own desserts and little breads.
Come join us for a leisurely lunch from 12:00 until 15:00 or relaxed evening dinner from 17:00 until the chef says, “last orders”.
La Pentola
Tel: 028 313 1685
La Pentola Restaurant in Hermanus specialises in international cuisine with South African flavours. Diners are treated to South African Executive Chef Shane Sauvage’s own brand of fusion cuisine with spectacular views of the world heritage site Walker Bay, the birthing ground of southern right whales.
Lemonicious
Tel: 082 334 4034
Perched on the edge of the ocean in the heart of Hermanus, Lemonicious offers an unforgettable dining experience with breathtaking sea views.
Guests can watch whales breach in the bay or enjoy golden sunsets over the water, all while savouring some of the freshest seafood in town.
Theo's Taverna
Tel: 072 787 2505
Theo’s Taverna is a Greek restaurant serving some of the best traditional Greek dishes. The decor, Greek music and energy will transport you to a taverna in Greece.
