The best Seafood Platters in Ballito | Sluurpy updated in April

Al Pescatore

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"What an awesome experience ....food was unbelievably good - I had the crepe starter special and it was to die for. Had the fillet pasta for mains -..."

Lara Guignet

"O my goodness. What a delightful experience. The seafood platter was to die for. The pudding was wow wow!!! Service was absolutely professional from..."

Brenda van Zyl

"One word WOW. We loved every minute of it. The food was amazing the drinks perfect and the staff so accommodating! Lovely place and will totally..."

Victoria Groenewald

"Amazing!! We come for the best cocktails and food every time we're in Ballito. Fantastic staff and owner..."

Jade Petkov

"Fantastic chow and Such a nice place. Competent staff and management just makes the experience even better. Will be back for..."

Richard Swaine

"Visited this amazing place couple times with my fiance, the food is absolutely delicious, the staff are really friendly and welcoming..."

Lenisha N Vinolan

"The food, oh my! It was delicious. We took a takeway home, i wanted to eat the empty container in the morning it smelled so delicious lol. Friendly..."

EZamansele Izintombi Maphalala

"Thank you so much for hosting us for our wedding reception on Saturday evening! We had a great time, the staff and management were friendly and..."

Mary Gaddin

"Excellent food and view! Total bliss! Will recommend Al..."

Christa Droste

"This is a great place. The best we found on the North coast this holiday. Great food. Owner on-site and very helpful and friendly. Great..."

Anton Smith

"I highly recommend Al Pescatore. My now fiancé and I got engaged on Wednesday morning and we were lucky enough to celebrate at Al Pescatore. They..."

Kayleigh Wolfe-Coote

"Had dinner there 12th March and what an outstanding experience. The service was brilliant! They have new items on the menu every day and the food was..."

Angie.meyer83

"Best seafood pasta I've ever had and awesome service. I'd recommend this restaurant to anyone who loves a great atmosphere on the sea with the best..."

Helen

"Food was great, service was quick and friendly and the view was stunning! I would definitely recommend the kingklip option on the menu, it was..."

Vaughn

"What a pleasant experience! Had a wonderful time, nice cocktails, starters and the best pizza.The tina pizza!!Very friendly staff.Nice..."

Marizane Schutte

"Spectacular views of the ocean, good service and great food a perfect way to spend some time with friends. The seafood pasta is excellent and they..."

Chiv

"Al Pescatore is one of the oldest restaurants on the North Coast for a reason.. The locals love and support it! Owner, Trevor Wolf started it off..."

Lauras World

"Wow! Exceptional service, food and atmosphere. Enjoyed the ocean view with the sound of the ocean while sipping on wine . From starters to dessert,..."

Tanya Van Der Westhuizen

"Oh my word. I never new this delicious restaurant was situated right under my nose all along! Lunch last weekend here was divine. I chose the..."

Ashendree Rungan

"Staff and owner are so friendly. The ocean view is beautiful. Pizza is delicious and the bar one cheese cake is the best I've had. I will definitely..."

Candicelstephen

"Gorgeous ocean view. Service seems a bit slow but the food was good. Might be back for some more soon. Loved the bar-one cheesecake. Yummy...."

Aiden Delport

"Went here for valentine's day.What a lovely experience I had . The food was excellent. The staff was friendly and the owner gave us a..."

Kw

"Stopped here for lunch with friends. We were welcomed with a wonderful waiter who gave us the extensive specials for the day. It was an incredibly..."

Nicole Kruger

"The ladies had the Lasagne and Kingklip, I had the Pasta al Filetto, all were very pleased with the meals. Deserts were also excellent. Service was..."

Steven Henning

"I took my staff there for our year end lunch function & it was excellent. All the dishes were really good. I had the filler which was done exactly..."

Cindy Bogan

"My first five 🌟 rating! Excellent service, food and ambience. Reasonable prices. We had the smoked salmon salad and mussels as starters...."

Charlotte Sutherland

"Stepping into the restaurant we were already impressed by the warm and inviting manner of the owner and manager who has a keen sense of working with..."

Pieter Visser

"Mamma Mia!!! I love a little Italy!!! This is like dating a sexy girl with big ummm. Ya. Because it's view upstairs and ummm... Party downstairs..."

Kurt Baden Cairns

"I absolutely love those prawn phyllo pastries. I will keep going back especially for those. There's something very homely about this restaurant,..."

Sajna Sivnarain

"Lots of interesting and creative dishes on the menu. We had the seafood platter, great quality seafood. We asked for our prawns to be done in thier..."

Prasantha Bisetty

"We came with our friends from brazil and new zealand. The food was absolutely amazing however it take a while to get our food but when you at the..."

TahliaBrummer

"BRILLIANT!!!! We had a very warm welcome and the food, service and cocktails were just out of this world!! We felt like proper VIP's. We can def..."

Neil Coetzer

"Apparently it is quite difficult to find restaurants with sea views.. And ones with good food as well. We struck it lucky with Al pescatore in..."

Bridget

"I Had a seafood platter for one and it was absolutely delicious. They also have the best Nachos and cocktails. Skip desert and rather enjoy a glass..."

Olivia Sophia Odendaal

"Cocktails with a view for sure - one of the best cocktail menus around. Food's interesting, being the owner's own recipes. Friendly staff all around..."

Brooklyn J. Pakathi

"The service was so fast - almost clairvoyant. The pasta, especially the napolitana, was authentic and perfectly al dente. The manager is super..."

Pietie

"Dear Trevor, we asked for you but unfortunately you were not there today. We loved that you respond to each of your reviews which shows your passion..."

Michelle Coulter

"It was an amazing night! Food was excellent the owner was kind and shared his secret recipes. But the service was abit poor! But the amazing view of..."

Josh

"Just had one of the best seafood platters of my life! Succulent, meaty prawns and mussels cooked in a way I've never had before. The Ballito Iced Tea..."

Tamiya Stone

"Stunning view from the upper deck. The staff are helpful, friendly and reliable. The manager is always around to make sure everything is running..."

Tegan Kelly

"Great rustic place , not been in a few years , but still great atmosphere , amazing views , service was great , food was good for the prawn basket..."

Dean Gardner

"Had a lovely time at The Galley Beach Bar and Grill. Superb views of the beach, quick service by very friendly staff. Atmosphere was great and food..."

Allison Lotter

"A delightful surprise. Walking along the promenade, spontaneously decided to have lunch here. Loved the beach shacky vibe. Great friendly service...."

Paddy Chadwick

"Thr experience itself was amazing. As you walk in there is someone ready to assist you. The food is fresh and delicious. The service as mentioned is..."

Lana sibisi

"The galley is one of our personal favorites in the vicinity. The service, the food, and the easygoing atmosphere is great, with a panoramic view of..."

Willie van Niekerk

"This is such an awesome restaurant. The food it always delicious, the atmosphere is so laid back and typically seaside. The outdoor seating has a..."

Nishana Maharaj

"Absolutely delicious and not over priced. A good vibrant spot for us holiday makers. Highly recommended from our..."

Shelley Alves

"The view of the ocean is excellent. Seafood was very fresh and tasty, with large portions and is reasonably priced. I would go to The Galley over any..."

Ricardo Singh (Muna)

"We enjoyed the special seafood platter sitting right on the beachfront overlooking the sea. The food portions are generous and we'll presented. The..."

hetta pieterse

"Awsome Atmosphere. The vibe here is totally epic. it's a bonus family restaurant- excellent food , gotta try THE FISH BOWL, situated literally an..."

shantal redhi

"Awesome restaurant and beach bar right on the beach! They are pet friendly too and have a menu for your doggies too! Fantastic establishment! Will..."

Szymon Welgus

"Shew, what a way to start a holiday. Relax with a "shark bite" cocktail 🍸 while watching the ocean and dining on great food. The oysters are a..."

Shayne Nicolas

"Fantastic venue, right at the beach. Vibey with colorful decor. Food is fair to good, but with a great chef this would be a fabulous place. Service..."

Melissa Leigh

"The food is literally the best on the coast. The service was surprisingly fast and precise, contrary to most reviews I read before going. We loved..."

Refiloe Moroka

"Awesome spot on the beach, great views. Food was..."

Joe-Anne Gardner

The Galley Beach Bar & Grill

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"You deserve 5 star! Seafood platter gor R130 and it was awesome. No oily food service was excellent. We drove from Toti and I spot the place. Will go..."

Belinda Craven

"Table had the Hot beef Natal Curry, Pickled Fish , Fresh Natal Oysters and Chicken Burgers. All in agreement 5* food and service to match. For a..."

Adrian Lloyd Francis

"We were served by a guy with dreadlocks totally forgot his name but He was amazing, so much fun and bubbly. We were 12 people seated at 2 different..."

Pamela MamakaBuhle Mntambo

"Loved the view, lived the sea breeze, loved the vino and loved our seafood platter... magical celebràtion of..."

Eloize Mellet

"The food was excellent, as was the service. Our server was TK. The view was awesome, an added bonus. Will definitely be..."

Michelle Reyneke Archer

"A must, fantastic atmosphere, great place to eat, best view in..."

Paul Mark Newton

"Our family had lunch there on the 7th July... Super meals, great waiter and to top it all a fantastic appearance from some whales! Awesome..."

Hazel Ann Moore

"Great views, great..."

Ditebogo Malatši

"We had the crab cakes for starter to share and then we had the seafood platter. All the food was delicious!! The crab cakes were not bready. The fish..."

Tanyakruger07

"This is a great restaurant if you wish to be close to the sea sucking on some juicy prawns and enjoying sundowners. They are even dog..."

Jaun Grobler

"On outer last day in Durban we stopped by the Galley beach bar. I ordered the chicken livers it was so good, definitely recommend it.The..."

Jessy Da Silva

"A beautiful view. The seafood platter for one was good at a very good price. My husband ate a chicken burger with a very fancy name. It was pricey,..."

Ronel Stapelberg

"Its always a treat finding a "new place" at a favorite holiday destination! The Galley Beach Bar & Grill definitely caters for the high end, with..."

Edd.venter

"Incredible view, Great service, Real value for money. Nothing beats a great breakfast with a view off dolphins. Wish I could have breakfast here..."

Ashley.pillay2

"Ahh... searching for a great view is not hard with the gallery. Awesome. As for the food, just as great. I guess when they say best seafood in town,..."

Branden Karim

"I see all of the previous reviews and everyone seems to be complaining about the long wait for their food to arrive. If you read the menu it clearly..."

Riccardo Afeltra

"We went there was no real expectations and as a table of 6. The food was really good on all counts for us. I am vegetarian and there is really only..."

Abi Glover

"During out stay in Ballito we always make it a must to visit the Galley. Although the food is very average and the service slow, the atmosphere is..."

Melissa Mercer

"Great view, fabulous services we had a quick bite and a few cocktails and were not disappointed! The food was fresh and the homemade chilli sauce was..."

Dominique Bennett

"Had a lovely afternoon at The Galley with our dogs being welcome too! Lovely deck overlooking the sea. Just had drinks and desert. Portions were huge..."

Shaneen Krzyza

"Had a wonderful late-lunch. The seafood platter for one was delicious and real value for money. Everything on the platter was fresh and tasty. The..."

Nadia Els

"Loved the sea view outside on the deck. The oysters were amazing and fresh. I enjoyed the greasy pub grub they served and it was a great way to relax..."

Miss Shozi

"This place is just great. Its exactly the sort of place you want to go for seafood. Firstly, its right by the sea, and they even have a deck..."

Beltane Crew

"We had an early lunch at The Galley Beach Bar. The service was great and the view even better! Even spotted some Dolphins! The Galley snack platter..."

Melissa Grobbelaar

"Really love the sea view while eating your dinner! You feel the ocean breeze. The seafood platter for one was scrumptious. Plus they give you free..."

MJ

"Beautiful setting right next to the sea, hearing the waves crashing while eating amazing Fish & chips and Chicken and prawn Curry which were both so..."

Christine Van Zyl

"Good vibe Sli was excellent however service a bit slow food and drinks good. Here with a guest from the USA enjoying the beach views. Will be back..."

Nick Dahya

"Really enjoyed the meal here! Your attitude sets your altitude. Expect to wait an hour for the food, having's a few beers or cocktails but worth..."

Jesse Boynton

"Food and service was great. The coffee was at a perfect temperature and the beer was well chilled. Nothing more enjoyable than having a breakfast at..."

Modestos Miltiadou

"Had one of the best peri peri chicken here. The kitchen closes a little later than others in the area which was great for us cos we got into Ballito..."

NommieNoms

"We had great seafood platters and it has a great setting on the beach :-) would definitely come back. It is great value for money for food and..."

Kathy Snoeck Henkemans

"Great food (the battered fish and chips are a huge hit), great view and great staff. They also have a doggy menu which our dog just loved. Reccomend..."

Peter Jacobs

"Awesome restaurant! Food was perfectly prepared and setting is right on the beach. Beautiful. We had seafood and both loved it. Worth a drive out to..."

Shanay O'Brien

"Fantastic views at day and ocean sounds at night. My friend was taken by the Cosmo, said it was the best shes tasted (not to sweet. Seafood platter..."

Simone Naicker

"First time visit to this spot. Service was average but food and atmosphere made up for it. Wife and I shared a cheese garlic roll as a starter..."

Terence Tobin

"Our last dinner with friends in Ballito, awesome setting and good service. Food wasn't bad, though the starters got a bit muddled up. We were there..."

Jan

"It's a bit more rustic than what you see in the pics but the location is perfect - right on the beach. We ordered a Classic mojito and a Castle..."

Heidi Bantam

"What I liked: Location - it really is ON the beach. Service was very friendly. Prices were fair. Cons: for a place ON the beach you would..."

Deboconnell78

"Great beach spot - seafood platter for 1 is absolute value for money. Most people at the table ordered that and others ordered kingklip and mash-..."

Tassa

"I was here for breakfast. Which is served from 9-11 am. I don't give 5 stars often but this was the nicest breakfast food I have ever eaten. It is..."

Lawrence Baker

"A really enjoyable spot for a lunch out with friends or family. You can sip on cocktails whilst enjoying the beach. The food @does take a while to..."

Larissa Bhagwandin

"This is an idea place if you want to spend a relaxing afternoon sipping on a drink and looking at the sea. Truly ideal for nature lovers like me . I..."

Jose De Carvalho

"Perfectly cooked seafood platters, accompanied by your favorite wine, ON THE BEACH! You can practically taste that sea breeze, smell the ocean and..."

Marina Lofthouse

"Ideal location to relax and enjoy sundowners or a sunny afternoon. Over looking the ocean with a cocktail and/or beer, what more could you ask for...."

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