Good to know
Good to Know
- Seafood is exceptionally fresh and abundant throughout the city given the coastal location—local oysters and mussels are standout items.
- Most restaurants accommodate dietary restrictions (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free) if you call ahead to confirm specifics.
- The city's surfer culture is reflected in casual, laid-back dining venues; upscale options tend to be beachfront locations.
- Sunset dining at beachfront restaurants (e.g., Die Walskipper, Kitchen Windows) is highly popular and reservations are recommended on weekends and holidays.
Supermarkets
Checkers Jeffreys Bay
- Neighborhood
- City Center
- Notes
- Full-service supermarket with fresh produce, meats, seafood, deli, and health food products
Food Lover's Market
- Neighborhood
- City Center
- Notes
- Premium supermarket chain offering fresh and quality produce
SPAR / SUPERSPAR
- Neighborhood
- City Center
- Notes
- National chain supermarket with multiple locations in Jeffreys Bay area
Budget
Infood Bakery & Deli
- Price Range
- ZAR 85
- Neighborhood
- City Center
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Sandwiches, samoosas, cheesecake, artisan bread
Trawlers Takeaways
- Price Range
- ZAR 95
- Neighborhood
- City Center
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Fish and chips, calamari, seafood
High End
Die Walskipper
- Price Range
- ZAR 350
- Neighborhood
- Dolphin Drive, Marina Martinique
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Seafood, South African grill, open-fire cooking
Wild Fig Restaurant
- Price Range
- ZAR 330
- Neighborhood
- Golf course area (outside central area)
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Modern cuisine, farm-to-table, burgers, steaks
Mid Range
De Viswijf Restaurant
- Price Range
- ZAR 200
- Neighborhood
- Main Beach / Marina Martinique
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Seafood, traditional local exotic dishes
Kitchen Windows Beach Restaurant
- Price Range
- ZAR 220
- Neighborhood
- Beach / Marina Martinique
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Seafood, Mediterranean, steaks, vegetarian/vegan options
The Greek
- Price Range
- ZAR 180
- Neighborhood
- City Center
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Mediterranean, Greek, wraps, pizza, mezza
Tasty Table
- Price Range
- ZAR 160
- Neighborhood
- City Center
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Contemporary, cafe fare, locally-sourced vegetables, vegan options
Delivery Services
JBay Deliveries
- Notes
- Independent third-party delivery service covering Jeffreys Bay, Marina Martinique, Paradise Beach and surroundings. Available 8am–10pm daily. Adds 10% admin and delivery fee. Mobile app available, multiple payment options (cash, card, online). Established 2011.
Fishaways App
- Notes
- Seafood-focused delivery service with 1 location in Jeffreys Bay. Free delivery to nearby addresses, delivery time ~30–40 minutes average. Online ordering via website and mobile app.
Vegan And Vegetarian Dining
- Overview
- Several established venues explicitly cater to vegan and vegetarian diners with dedicated menu options.
Venues
Kitchen Windows Beach Restaurant
- Price Range
- ZAR 220
- Neighborhood
- Beach / Marina Martinique
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Vegetarian and vegan options, Mediterranean seafood, steaks
- Notes
- Menu showcases diversity with explicit vegetarian and vegan offerings
Tasty Table
- Price Range
- ZAR 160
- Neighborhood
- City Center
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Cafe, contemporary, vegan dishes made to order with locally-sourced roasted vegetables, hummus-based flatbreads
- Notes
- No vegan dishes listed on formal menu, but staff will prepare custom vegan feasts on request. Known for warm service and fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.
International Cuisine
The city has diverse international offerings including Italian pizza, Greek Mediterranean fare, Mexican Fusion, and sushi/Asian seafood, reflecting the cosmopolitan surfer culture.
Local Must Try Dishes
Local Must Try Dishes
- Mussels and oysters (fresh from local waters)
- Seafood platters (mixed prawns, tuna, calamari)
- Venison burger with caramelized onion and chutney
- Calamari rings with spicy dipping sauce
- Traditional South African braai (grilled meats)
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