Moby's

Garden Route



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seafood dining beside Central Beach
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$$$$ Moderately Priced
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A table on the outside deck suits diners looking to combine a meal with views of the Indian Ocean and nearby beach.

Moby’s is a seafood grill and deck at Central Beach in Plettenberg Bay, with a beachside setting and views across the Indian Ocean towards the Tsitsikamma mountain range and Beacon Isle. The location gives the restaurant a distinctly coastal character, with the beach providing an open backdrop for meals, drinks and time with family or friends. It is a well-established part of the Garden Route dining scene.

Seafood is central to the menu, with fresh linefish, oysters, seafood platters and other dishes prepared around the flavours of the coast. The offering also includes surf and turf, meat dishes, pasta, salads and other filling options, giving the menu room for different tastes and occasions. Vegetarian dishes are available, with vegan adaptations possible on request.

The setting combines an informal beach kiosk with a larger restaurant and outside deck. The deck provides a place for relaxed daytime meals, drinks or an evening near the shore, while the restaurant suits occasions ranging from casual outings to date nights, family meals, work meetings and drinks with friends. A selection of wines and draft beer complements the food, and the venue runs food and drink specials.

Moby’s is suited to groups looking for a coastal meal, families making use of the nearby beach, and diners who want seafood in a straightforward beachside setting. The open surroundings add space for children, while the deck is dog friendly. The venue also caters for practical needs, with Wi-Fi available and wheelchair access in the downstairs section.

Its long connection with Central Beach is part of the character. Moby’s has developed from a small beach tearoom into a restaurant recognised for combining seafood dining, broad menu choices and an ocean-facing setting. For visitors exploring Plettenberg Bay, the venue offers a convenient choice for a meal close to the sand, whether the occasion calls for fresh fish, oysters, a platter, a drink or a non-seafood alternative.

Frequently Asked Questions

Moby’s is at Central Beach, Hopwood Street, Plettenberg Bay, 6600, South Africa.
The menu focuses on seafood, including fresh linefish, oysters and seafood platters, alongside surf and turf, meat, pasta, salads and other dishes.
Vegetarian dishes can be adapted to vegan on request.
The venue has an outside deck, and the deck area is dog friendly.
The downstairs section of the restaurant is wheelchair accessible.
The restaurant is next to Central Beach, giving children access to the beach area.
Reservation enquiries can be directed to Moby’s on 044 533 3682 or admin@mobysplett.co.za.
Moby’s serves draft beer and has a wine list, along with food and drink specials.
The venue caters for casual meals, family time, date nights, work meetings and drinks with friends.

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