The Fat Fish

A top-rated seafood restaurant in Plettenberg Bay, known for its signature parmesan kingklip and sushi platters, with a terrace offering sea views.

Located in the Milkwood Centre (22 Hopwood Street) in Plettenberg Bay, this stylish yet casual restaurant features a sea-facing terrace and an indoor fireplace. The terrace is pet-friendly. The signature dish is the spicy parmesan kingklip, which is stuffed with smoked chili butter and crusted with parmesan breadcrumbs before baking. Other highlights include chargrilled prawns, seafood curry, sashimi, and sushi platters. Sushi specials are offered on Saturdays. Open daily from noon until 22:00, with an average spend of ZAR 250–500 per person. Reservations are highly recommended during peak season. Located in the town center, it is within walking distance of Central Beach.

Opening hours

Daily 12:00–22:00

Seafood · Sushi · Terrace

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