The Lookout

A great location overlooking the beach. It is an in demand place to meet up for meals and drinks. Unfortunately I think it was the worst attempt at a pizza I have encountered in South Africa and other countries. The dough must have been rolled out with a rolling pin as it was barely as thick as a coin. Obviously that would remove all the air to the rising of the dough by the yeast. It was definitely thin crust with the outer circumference of the pizza overcooked and inedible.

Great views and atmosphere. The Hake and Calamari combo was fresh and tasty, and the Bar One cheesecake was simply divine! We had great service from Riaan, who made our dining experience a great one, especially with the dessert recommendation!

The service was very good, Venue was lovely on the beach. Unfortunately bench table uncomfortable to sit on and altho food was tasty it was VERY little. Don't order any fish dishes. With hake and calamari grilled combo, you need a magnifying glass to see the fish on the plate and for R185 it was a rip off. The sides which you could choose 2 of, came in 2 very small dishes which was about 3 teaspoons full. Very disappointing!! Customers at the table next to us also complained about their small piece of fish on the fish dish they ordered. Stay away from the fish!! Won't be coming back here in a hurry!! Unfortunately didn't take a photo of the small plate of food.

Nice place, nice decor, nice atmosphere. Food was under par. Was expecting better. Had the chicken burger with onion rings. All very bland unfortunately. I guess you paying for the view and not the food. There was a constant sewerage smell that wafted in and out the whole time which was really unpleasant.

Very beatifull vibe and incredible sunset view! Drinks were great, food not so much.

The Lookout Deck boasts one of the most breathtaking seaside views in Plettenberg Bay, perched right on the beachfront, it offers an unbeatable backdrop of ocean and horizon while you dine. The option to sit inside or outside is a plus, and the gentle sea breeze adds something special to the experience. The menu is varied, with almost daily specials and occasional live performances. While we appreciate live music, the upbeat style on the night felt a little mismatched to the setting—we would’ve loved something more relaxed to complement the sound of the waves and tranquil atmosphere. We ordered the grilled hake, which arrived fairly quickly and well portioned, but unfortunately, both portions were overcooked. The side dishes, however, crispy chips and fresh salad, were excellent. Although the waitress was friendly, service was somewhat slow and a few requests were left unattended. Despite this, when we raised the issue, a manager responded promptly, apologized sincerely, and arranged for our meals to be redone. The replacements were superb—tender, perfectly cooked, and truly delicious. The coffee that followed was excellent, and we appreciated the senior staff checking in personally to ensure all was well. All in all, a pleasant and memorable date night with my wife. We’d gladly return and look forward to another meal here.

The Lookout Deck The Lookout Deck is located on the edge of Plettenbergbay between sand and sea, with the backdrop of Plettenbergbay and the beautiful seaview on the horizon. We went for lunch and order the Wednesday Special (Pint of Prawns). The portion exceeded our expectations, it was big with 10 prawns hanging over the cup. Delicious, flavorful and filling. Ordered an extra side chips, but it was too much for two people to eat. Great atmosphere and friendly service. Zola's smile and positive attitude was something that is burned in our hearts. Thank you!

Great views of the bay, easy to find parking, decent food and good service