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The Cricketer

Restaurant

One of the Best Places To Visits in Gonubie


Address

Gonubie Broads, East London, 5257, South Africa

Website

www.2swans.co.za

Contact

+27 83 659 8899

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (316 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 6 to 10:30 pm
  • Wednesday: 6 to 10:30 pm
  • Thursday: 6 to 10:30 pm
  • Friday: 6 to 10:30 pm
  • Saturday: 6 to 10:30 pm
  • Sunday: 8:30 to 11:30 am

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Rianna van E. 9 months ago on Google
    Breakfast very affordable and freshly prepared! Friendly professional service! Food was Devine especially the blueberry muffins!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Emonti B. 4 years ago on Google
    There is never disappointment with the food!! Great selection and friendly service!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Wikus B. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food and great service.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Willem V. 2 years ago on Google
    They've been awarded several times in the past. Meat is their specialty, and it did not disappoint. Service was friendly and prompt.

  • 5/5 Liam Van der M. 4 years ago on Google
    Fantastic food and service.

  • 5/5 Kristijan B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Small restaurant, friendly staff, eat very well and only to be recommended. (Original) Kleine Restaurant, freundliche Personal, essen besonders gut und nur zum empfehlen.

  • 5/5 Lynette M. 4 years ago on Google
    The food was amazing best in East London enjoyed every minute thank you

  • 5/5 Julie M. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome steaks always

  • 4/5 Manuel E. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice rustic location with good meat

  • 4/5 Hester F. 4 years ago on Google
    Best steak in SA!

  • 4/5 Lynn S. 2 years ago on Google
    Great friendly service and the food was really good, well prepared and quick. Signage from the gate could be clearer but overall a very enjoyable outing. Definitely go there again.

  • 5/5 Damien B. 2 years ago on Google
    Howwwwzit! Not just the best steaks in town, But probably the entire Country! Ally, Tyrone and of course chef Marc have a legendary reputation! You can't visit the East Coast Resorts Route without visiting the cricketer!

  • 5/5 Ridwan P. 2 years ago on Google
    True to its claim, the Cricketer is one eatery not to be missed when visiting East London. This simple venue has good wholesome, food that is value for money and exceeds all expectations. The service was friendly and prompt and presentation excellent but the quality and taste was worth the trip to this hidden gem

  • 5/5 Malcolm S. 2 years ago on Google
    A wonderful restaurant serving amazing steaks. A treat to eat out there.

  • 5/5 Edwin S. 6 months ago on Google
    Great value for money, The food was excellent.

  • 5/5 Alan M C. 2 years ago on Google
    Great consistency and great food over many years. Just the best!

  • 3/5 Johan H. 2 years ago on Google
    The place needs an upgrade. The tables need attention, maybe even replaced. Even the interior seemed run down. An open view of the area. The food was fair, but the flies are irritating and I wasn't sure if I will have a fly as part as part of my meal. It is not a place that I would like to re-visit. Riding around in the area must say the wildlife leaves a sense of comfort. However I saw a fly trap which was abtrociously full of flies.

  • 5/5 Craig F. 2 years ago on Google
    Great food, service and atmosphere

  • 5/5 Zoey N. 6 months ago on Google
    Mmmhhhhh mmmmhhhh the meal was superb. The service was really good. We wouldn't mind to come back again. Thank you

  • 5/5 Paul B. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely ambience. Efficient and friendly staff. Nice that Tyrone greets diners. Splendid fare.

  • 5/5 Jan du P. 1 year ago on Google
    Long time ago since i enjoyed food of such high quality. EXCELLENT

  • 5/5 Riek P. 2 years ago on Google
    Really the best steak in South-Africa we have tasted so far. Well done.

  • 5/5 clifford p. 1 year ago on Google
    Great steakhouse friendly staff the steaks we had was cooked perfectly

  • 5/5 Dylan W. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the best steak restaurants in the country. Stands with some of the big fine dining names when it comes to delivering a well cooked cut of meat that has a chance to cure vegetarianism outright. 10/10

  • 5/5 Daphne M. 1 year ago on Google
    First time there. The waiters were awesome, the food was awesome!!!

  • 5/5 liz b. 5 years ago on Google
    Outstanding breakfast, friendly and efficient service and a lovely location. Having come all the way from Oz, it did not disappoint, recommended. Ps it looks like a great wedding venue too!

  • 5/5 Magenta V. 1 year ago on Google
    Love having food there. Special occasion 😊

  • 5/5 Azwihangwisi T. 1 year ago on Google
    If you're looking for a secluded quiet spot, This is the spot. Very clean and the owner is super duper friendly. 5 star.

  • 5/5 Janine J. 11 months ago on Google
    Always our favourite go-to place for a dinner date or kids love the burgers. I had the fish and it was really good

  • 3/5 Julia S. 1 year ago on Google
    Wine list consisted of products from little known wine farms. Difficult to choose because waiter not trained to offer a taste before pouring wine as is the practice in good restaurants. Wine chosen unpalatable. Refused to take it back.

  • 5/5 Hayden L. 10 months ago on Google
    Went here for a family meal. The steak was exceptional and we had a fantastic time.

  • 4/5 Brian L. 11 months ago on Google
    Sunday Breakfast at R120 is amazing excellent value and friendly staff

  • 5/5 Shaun S. 3 months ago on Google New
    Perfectly cooked steak every time I eat there. Excellent service.

  • 5/5 Sibulele S. 3 years ago on Google
    Best restaurant I have ever been to. No place has better food than the cricketer. The steaks are what its known for and they never disappoint. I like the intimacy and quietness of the place. Great place to have a date night or take out family or business dinner. It's really second to none.

  • 3/5 Peter B. 3 years ago on Google
    Was disappointed. Went for a xmas party.food was mediocre not as I was led to believe,sole tasted old.liquer prices far too high

  • 5/5 Mervin P. 3 years ago on Google
    4.8 stars

  • 5/5 Gideon S. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent food and service

  • 5/5 Gerda E. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Food is excellent. Can recommend it. (Original) Kos is voortreflik. Kan dit aanbeveel.

  • 5/5 Logan M. 3 years ago on Google
    Best steaks in the whole eastern cape

  • 5/5 Tessa M. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent service and a great meal.

  • 5/5 Max P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice restaurant in the middle of beautiful landscapes, excellent dishes and friendly service (Original) Très beau restaurant au milieu de magnifiques paysages, excellents plats et service sympathique

  • 5/5 Donald B. 3 years ago on Google
    Really great buffet breakfast, excellent selection on offer. Service friendly and efficient. Will return to try out their dinner menu.

  • 4/5 Conor J. 3 years ago on Google
    Great steaks

  • 5/5 Quinn S. 3 years ago on Google
    Had a great evening here. Really nice atmosphere. Amazing steak cooked to perfection. Tyron is a wonderful host who makes everyone feel comfortable and welcome

  • 4/5 Sam G. 3 years ago on Google
    Fantastic place to be for any occasion, very friendly and efficient staff and the food is always just as you expect it to be or even better.

  • 5/5 Terence L. 3 years ago on Google
    Oh man, it tasted so good I could scream. The environment is not pretentious, the steak is easily the best I've ever had. My only regret is that I left the take home portion of our meal on the table instead of bringing it home. Definitely go here

  • 5/5 Basil C. 3 years ago on Google
    Food is great. Atmosphere wonderful. All safety precautions followed.

  • 5/5 Lauren H. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing food, great atmosphere and outstanding service - what a fantastic place!

  • 5/5 Shane S. 3 years ago on Google
    Best steakhouse in the eastern cape. Great drink selection, and friendly staff.

  • 5/5 Matt F. 4 years ago on Google
    Been there twice and never got disappointed. Quality of the steaks, especially rump steak was fabulous. Also the Springbok carpaccio is a great dish to start with. Had a great evening with some friends. Definitely 5 🌟

  • 5/5 Mark H. 3 years ago on Google
    Great location, great service, and the best steak money can buy.

  • 5/5 NOELEEN VAN DER V. 3 years ago on Google
    Service was lovely. Atmosphere was relaxing

  • 5/5 Christelle M. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent steaks and dessert. Will definitely visit again.

  • 5/5 Dean C. 3 years ago on Google
    Really friendly staff and awesome food.

  • 5/5 Christo G. 3 years ago on Google
    Looking for a Local is LEKKER stake...? You just found the place,

  • 5/5 Daylan S. 3 years ago on Google
    My favorite place to visit on the East Coast. Amazing Sunday breakfasts and awesome steaks prepared by Mark. If you have not visited this restaurant you MUST!

  • 3/5 Rey Van W. 3 years ago on Google
    Friendly staff and good wine.

  • 4/5 Johan van der W. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome mussel starter and the best steak in SA

  • 4/5 Ingrid N. 4 years ago on Google
    Fabolous food.

  • 5/5 Darryl J. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food, friendly staff. All feel so welcome

  • 5/5 Noel K. 4 years ago on Google
    Absolutely awesome service and meals

  • 5/5 Mich L. 4 years ago on Google
    Best steak

  • 5/5 SWP W. 4 years ago on Google
    Best food, best service, cozy friendly family atmosphere.

  • 4/5 Yula B. 4 years ago on Google
    Good service

  • 5/5 Gareth W. 4 years ago on Google
    Extremely nice waiters

  • 5/5 Nancy G. 4 years ago on Google
    Fantastic always enjoy the steak and the atmosphere is great


Call +27 83 659 8899 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
    • ✓️ Free of charge street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Late-night food
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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