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Oldes Restaurant
14 Gray St, Knysna Central, Knysna, 6571, South Africa
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Li
Review №1

Amazing service and great prices with awesome food. Really with the stop.

Xo
Review №2

Amazing service, friendly waiter, Im coming back for more of the cocktails, exceptional food. Great experience overall. Would come back again and again and again

Be
Review №3

Absolutely love this place.like the vibe the staff is friendly,quick service, the food wat outstanding and would definitely recommend to anyone.

Da
Review №4

The staff are friendly and the service very good. I had a beef burger with a 200g pure beef patty complimented with the softest of buns. Not sure what buns they use but this is a top 5 all time burger. Keep up the good work guys.

Re
Review №5

We r very privileged to go to Knysna every other year and had been for the last 7 years....just been there this weekend and I can truly say the food has not been what it used to be now and the year before also we had a bad experience.....

Lu
Review №6

The Best ribs Ever...even 16years later. Was here 16years ago but I never forgot their ribs. They are Still DELICIOUS😋😋😋

No
Review №7

Service was nice... Food is mazing a bit pricey after lockdown

Sa
Review №8

The best ribs restaurant during our stay.Coming back for those Ribs .

An
Review №9

Food was very good, but cheated us on the bill. They run a special buy one cocktail get 2nd one for half price and the they charge you normal R75 for both on the bill and the pine colada tasted like nothing.We asked for double brandy because they run a special R30 for a double. The waiter did not say which brand or nothing we asked for Olof ended up paying R66 for the double. Also with the eisbein, on the wall it is written R145 and the after we have ordered I only saw the XL eisbein for R160. I said to the waiter why didnt he told me about the XL and he said it is almost the same size and then on the bill we were charger for the XL-R160.That is unacceptable and the waiter should ask, but he talks to much other nonsense with you.=(We will never go there again!

Be
Review №10

Great little place with a great ambiance and good service

An
Review №11

Excellent service & food. Good vibe to chill

Ta
Review №12

Very friendly service. Great food. Will definitely recommend them and will be back again

Ge
Review №13

Ribs were delicious and definitely the best I have had in a long time. They can definitely be proud of them. Service was good with a charming pub vibe

Do
Review №14

Old English pub style venue. Food OK but need some experience with the preparation of calamari very tough. Service mediocre only one waiter to serve all incoming clients.

Ch
Review №15

One of the oldest and best pubs to visit in knysna!

Ry
Review №16

Delightful laid back pub, friendly staff, surprisingly great and amazingly affordable cocktails.Just a delightful spot for a sundowner or a meet up with a mate

Li
Review №17

Best ribs, EVER! 💫

Da
Review №18

Great service, really good food and atmosphere

Gi
Review №19

Great vibe and typical pub fare at decent prices. The ribs are highly recommended and for a good reason, just be prepared for a very rich flavour.The staff are very friendly and also very chatty if you allow it, so you will definitely get to know some new people if you go to oldes.Its a very interesting intersection to sit and observe if you sit outside. Not a dull moment to be had. Sit back with a beer and enjoy

La
Review №20

Ive come back often. Awesome atmosphere and friendly staff. Will definitely be seeing you often next year. Keep up the excellent work

Ni
Review №21

Food was excellent!

Am
Review №22

Enjoyed everything about the place. Its a welcoming environment, lovely and attentive waiters. We loved the food, went there twice while staying at Knysna lodge inn. Kudos to the team at Oldes

Ci
Review №23

My wife enjoyed the ribsMy chicken burger was soggy. The cheese sauce is tasteless and watered down. The waitress doesnt know covid 19 protocol. Kept her mask belowe her face, when she came to the table she will put it on after coughing and not cleaning her hands. Cutlery was dirty, table was dirty and plate mates were dirty. Wont go back.

Hu
Review №24

I ordered their Monday special for take away. The food came out nice and quick and was delicious!

Ho
Review №25

What a lovely Flippen place!Been coming here for years the quality of the food just gets better!🤤🤤🤤Lovely vibeExcellent service, food is fairly pricedGood selection of Beers on tap.The wings are super! Must have them in Peri-Peri!This is a must try when passing through

Mi
Review №26

Great spot drinks a bit pricey but worth the view

Si
Review №27

Was very good with nice food cool place

El
Review №28

The place is awesome and have a good presence. Nice and cool place to hang out

Aj
Review №29

Nice cozy pub. Wasnt there too long but the staff was friendly and the beer fresh:)

An
Review №30

Excellent service and excellent food.

Ya
Review №31

When in Knysna, visit Oldes order the ribs. Just do it. It is amazing

Br
Review №32

Always great value and srevice

St
Review №33

T had the normal burger special and I had the rib burger special. Mine was pretty good but Ts was not. The main gripe was the service - it took about 45 minutes for our food to arrive (for burgers???).Maybe its just normal for Knysna and I need to chill out???

Re
Review №34

The best food in Knysna, 10/10

lu
Review №35

Was fantastic

Sh
Review №36

Everyone is welcome at Oldes. Its just a nice place to be. With super friendly staff, and delicious food (known for their ribs, but dont miss out on the Sunday curry), this is the place to stop for a great meal and a drink. I would recommend this to anyone who is planning to stay in Knysna, or just passing through and wants to stop for lunch.

ra
Review №37

Food is very good and it has a nice vibe

Ja
Review №38

Great as always. Good sized portions and friendly staff

Br
Review №39

Turned away at 2055 on a Friday night without a reason

Cr
Review №40

Nice and frendly staff

de
Review №41

Great food, big portions friendly staff

Mi
Review №42

Very friendly staff, welcoming atmosphere, great food and...Great beer and wine selection. Well worth a visit.

Ma
Review №43

Great food, great vibes

Mo
Review №44

This is the kind of pub you will see in a movie. It has that 80s vibe to it with their layout and great song choice. The food is great and you will never run dry with their fully stocked bar. You will leave the place wanting more.

Te
Review №45

Good service with good prices and delicious food

Ge
Review №46

Best Eisbein ever as part of Christmas lunch .THX guys for going the extra mile in preparing it to my liking .The 2 ice cold draughts were worth waiting the couple of minutes See you next Christmas

Al
Review №47

My friend, her baby and I had a wonderful time. The staff is friendly and attentive. The food was also great.

Sh
Review №48

Good service and cheap drink specials

Mo
Review №49

Wonderfull place

Te
Review №50

Wow the food was wow

sh
Review №51

Best place to relax ever friendly service and caring people

Ke
Review №52

Nice seafood meals. Very good service.

Qu
Review №53

Best Eisbein in knysna. Lekka place to watch the rugby on a big screen

Am
Review №54

The only place in Cape Town with a brandy special. Lekker vibe and cool staff

Ma
Review №55

I like myself a cold beer where the atmosphere is one of welcoming. But Im really disappointed in this gem of place. On entry the manager did not as much as greet us first before asking us to leave. He just rudely told us that we are closed when I asked him if we could maby just play a fast R20 on the slots. We were awnserd in the same fassion. We are closed thing is I understand its curfew for us in South Africa and it is at 10 pm. At that time it was know where near 10pm it was 8;15. The restorant was still full of costemers. Drinking and eating. When we left I asked a customer I know how long thay still hanging atound I was told that he only order his starters now and is on his second beer...... I find that very strange for a place that is closing.... But eny how. MR Manager its not nice to lie to people. Now becose of that you just earned your establishment 1 star.

Ro
Review №56

Best rib and burger place in kntsna

Jo
Review №57

My family enjoyed the ribs 👌🏾

Lu
Review №58

Great place to be, value for money, delicious food, friendly staff and great service 👌..

Di
Review №59

Good selection of beer on tap with a beautiful bar. Food always fresh and served hot! I definitely recommend it!

Ma
Review №60

That was so nice. Food very good. We had an amazing waitress. Never experienced such friendly service elsewhere. We will for sure go again.

He
Review №61

Good food and atmosfeer. Nothing to fault.

Tr
Review №62

Nice place, nice atmosphere.

Ra
Review №63

Nice place to unwine

Sh
Review №64

Great food now back with good beer. 😎

Ma
Review №65

Always a nice outing. Great ribs and ice cold Guinness on tap. What more can you ask for.

Gr
Review №66

Good and friendly customer service was amazing

Ia
Review №67

Great family run pub - good selection of beer, proper pub grub, friendly service from well trained happy staff. Didnt have to wait ages for the food - a real plus!!!!! A little gem.

Ro
Review №68

Food and service Top Class🔝

Ri
Review №69

Finger licking good ribs!

Ch
Review №70

First of all, that was the worst ribs Ive eaten in my life. The manager who addressed the problem was so unprofessional and had no way of handing guest complaint, he needs to be trained as he is way to young to deal with guest, he tried and argue with my that the food was ohkHe also said that when we told him the beers was off and the things was off, he told us that we are wrong, the most unprofessional way ever.I will never set foot In the place and I hope things will changeThe Traveling Chef

Fa
Review №71

Try the ribs. We did and they were great. People next door had the Eisbein. Looked huge. Good value for money at R135.00

Mi
Review №72

Great food selection and quality, nice atmosphere. Returned the next evening.

Re
Review №73

Great food and a whole a lot of great fun. I am personally in love with the stuff!! Whole lot of characters and never had a bad moment.Hey Glad you all Orange and looking great guys... Keep it up Xxx

Wi
Review №74

Visiting this beautiful area, Kynsna, South Africa, and happened upon Oldes. This restaurant, which offers outside seating has an especially comfortable feel with quite accommodating staff, especially the manager Dane. I had the fish and chips which I must say Ive had in various places throughout the world, and Oldes is among the best ! Try this place, bring a friend or the family !

Sh
Review №75

Typical pub. A bit grimy. Alcohol, limited but good menu and food. Friendly and helpful staff, and efficient

Ta
Review №76

Lovely restaurant! Great and tasty menu. Friendly staff. A great place which we will definitely visit again.

Ch
Review №77

Knysna is rare in proper pubs. This is a good one!They have a decent bunch of the major whiskeys on stock and also some Gins and Vodkas.We havent had dinner there, so no idea about the food

Da
Review №78

Best ribs Ive ever had.

Ra
Review №79

It has changed from what we knew, a pity.

Qu
Review №80

Great little oldy worldy pub and grub. Really enjoyed the atmosphere and food was good.

Ka
Review №81

The service was good and the food was tasty.

An
Review №82

A lively place to have lunch and watch the cars go by. Food and service were very good.

Ly
Review №83

Always good service. Food is of a high standard. We usually have a stop there on our way to Plettenberg Bay.

De
Review №84

Great place, to have a drink.

So
Review №85

Excellent vibe, food and sevice

An
Review №86

OK place and quality of drinks etc. Had to ask for our change, 3rd time today. What is wrong with SA customer service.

Zi
Review №87

A place to be I will recommend it to anyone..good service good location

Ra
Review №88

Delicious desserts as you can see 😃.

Ch
Review №89

Friendly staff. Family running the place are awesome.Food is excellent and value for money. Loved this place, went there twice.

Ig
Review №90

This pub is amazing. Great staff. The food is delicious and drinks are decently priced for any budget

Wi
Review №91

Great service

Bi
Review №92

The ribs are delicious!!! Service is perfect!

Pe
Review №93

Used to be good bit they redecorated and spoiled the atmosphere. Super bright lighting inside, you need sun glasses...

Gi
Review №94

It is an unprentious bar with good bar food and a mixed clientel

Jo
Review №95

Great pub and excellent food..

Ta
Review №96

Best if you are a group of friend and just want a place to sit down and have drinks. Not much interaction happen here sy I say best to bring your our people. Also a good place to have lunch.

Ja
Review №97

Nice food at reasonable prices.

An
Review №98

Burgers, calamari and chiken nuggets were all made out of a frozen food box. Not good at all. Chips and vibe was great though.

Be
Review №99

Good service and great food.

Ia
Review №100

Great place to have a drink with mates. Ribs and Esperanza are great but the rest of the steak items were poor. Good service.

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  • Address:14 Gray St, Knysna Central, Knysna, 6571, South Africa
  • Site:https://oldesrestaurant.com/
  • Phone:+27 44 382 6514
Categories
  • Family restaurant
  • Bar & grill
  • Pub
  • Restaurant
Working hours
  • Monday:11AM–9PM
  • Tuesday:11AM–9PM
  • Wednesday:11AM–9PM
  • Thursday:11AM–9PM
  • Friday:11AM–9PM
  • Saturday:11AM–9PM
  • Sunday:11AM–9PM
From the business
  • Identifies as women-led:Yes
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • No-contact delivery:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Drive-through:Yes
  • Takeaway:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
Health and safety
  • Mask required:Yes
  • Temperature check required:Yes
  • Staff wear masks:Yes
  • Staff get temperature checks:Yes
  • Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits:Yes
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Fireplace:Yes
  • LGBTQ+ friendly:Yes
  • Sport:Yes
  • Transgender safe space:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating:Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Cocktails:Yes
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Happy-hour drinks:Yes
  • Happy-hour food:Yes
  • Healthy options:Yes
  • Kids' menu:Yes
  • Late-night food:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Small plates:Yes
  • Spirits:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Dining options
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Catering:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
  • Seating:Yes
Amenities
  • Bar on site:Yes
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Toilets:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cosy:Yes
Crowd
  • Family friendly:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
Planning
  • Accepts reservations:Yes
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