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Wimpy

Restaurant Fast food restaurant Meal takeaway Family restaurant

Relaxed eatery of a long-standing chain with a menu of burgers, mixed grills & other comfort food. People often mention service, Wimpy, friendly, waitress, great, Knysna, Elsie,


Address

Knysna Mall, 42 Main Rd, Knysna Central, Knysna, 6571, South Africa

Website

location.wimpy.co.za

Contact

+27 44 382 2641

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.10 (443 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 7:30 am to 6 pm
  • Wednesday: 7:30 am to 6 pm
  • Thursday: 7:30 am to 6 pm
  • Friday: 7:30 am to 6 pm
  • Saturday: 7:30 am to 3 pm
  • Sunday: 8 am to 2 pm
  • Monday: (Christmas Day), 7:30 am to 6 pm, Hours might differ

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: service (19) Wimpy (13) friendly (11) waitress (8) great (8) Knysna (8) Elsie (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Steph G. 8 months ago on Google
    I always wanted to visit a Wimpy restaurant because I heard so many stories about it from my mum. So when we visited South Africa and we saw one, it was a no brainer for us! The food and service were lovely. Four years on and we still mention it!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lorraine J. 1 year ago on Google
    Wonderful waitress Elsie, smiled, joked and so helpful ❤️🌹
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Dimpledstar �. 10 months ago on Google
    Unfortunately we ended up going for ice cream and milkshakes and waffles just before loadshedding thus we were not allowed to sit inside as they were going to close the doors at 4pm and start cleaning before closing for the day. We had to sit outside and when the order came the 2 x "bar-one" waffles we ordered both came out as "kit-kat" waffles. At least both milkshakes were the right order and were very nice. However, the paperstraws we used gave up halfway through the milkshake as it just parished and became unusable and we had to get spoons to finish our milkshakes. I would suggest Wimpy look into a different supplier or just get plastic straws. They can't be trying to save the environment with the paperstraws when a straw is so extremely small in comparison with the plastic cups the milkshakes and drinks are served in. We then discovered we didn't even get serviettes and had to send the little ones in to ask for serviettes. Wimpy you have to up your game
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 DanielVia 1. 1 year ago on Google
    Thank you for providing me with a safe space to work in, laptop power point, friendly, understanding and supportive staff with smiles. Great quality food and drink as always and a clean environment. You do not know how far this has gone for me. Remain blessed and may success follow as it is expected to!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Rinelda Van W. 1 year ago on Google
    Very BAD experience, Breakfast was terrible, the eggs had something in, i showed the waiter and was offerd another 2 eggs, but same problem , i ask for manager this time nd was offerd a very long explanation why the eggs had red/brown stuff in it...! And to top it off she wanted to charge me in full for a breakfast i didn't even finish! Sorry Wimpy you need to up ur Game!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Claudia C. 10 months ago on Google
    Absolutely great service and friendly staff! My orders are usually complicated and there was no problem in catering to my whims! Very friendly, neat and clean. The manager is on the floor and actively involved!! Our favourite go-to!

  • 5/5 Curlyfornia �. 1 year ago on Google
    I love that it has that vibe of being able to pop in for a bite and return to the flow of your day as you would any other shop in the Knysna Mall. The staff are always friendly and accommodating.

  • 5/5 Ivor E. 1 year ago on Google
    Super Breakfast and food however my fries had a hair in which the waiter corrected by brining new fries Still the chef had make sure kitchen is up to standard as the atmosphere and service was great

  • 5/5 Samantha S. 1 year ago on Google
    Best breakfast in Knysna- excellent service, consistent quality and always a lekker traditional South African vibe! Sam and Leonie

  • 3/5 M T. 1 year ago on Google
    We came for lunch. Ordered 2 burgers and kiddies meal. The service was friendly and attentive. The fries was just-just done, still white and limp not crispy or golden. The burgers were delicious. The kiddies meal was unattractive with the limp fries and the kiddies play place is hardly worth it. So small. Will reconsider before coming again.

  • 2/5 Huan P. 1 year ago on Google
    The chips weren't fried properly and were oily. As was the toast..not sure how they toast their bread but it was soggy. Service wasn't the best either. Waited for about 5min before the cooldrink was brought to the table. As well had to wait for the bill to be brought. I didn't tip her at all

  • 1/5 Alberto Riccardo M. 1 year ago on Google
    I'm very disappointed in the service this morning. Although it was a breakfast rush the level of service was not good. My son ordered BBQ wings and chips and got spicy wings which he couldn't eat. The knife I had couldn't even cut through the meat. My meat were cold but the pap was hot. As a regular customer I think they should level up. Very disappointed and to top it no apology from the waiter for this mess.

  • 5/5 Irene S. 1 year ago on Google
    Would like to compliment our waitress Elsie from the Wimpy in Knysna. She was like a breath of fresh air. So full of life, always a BIG smile on her face and thanking us profusely for coming to the Knysna Wimpy. She was constantly checking up on us to see if we needed our coffee cups topped up or if we needed anything else. Thank you Elsie for a great breakfast and pleasant experience. Keep up your excellent service.

  • 5/5 Bianca B. 3 months ago on Google New
    I love spending my time there to catch up on my work I missed. Friendly services. They know exactly what I want to order when I go there. - MEGA COFFEE. Always.

  • 5/5 Petra R. 5 months ago on Google
    We visited Wimpy Knysna on Saturday 23 September 2023. My husband and I, travel a lot, and obviously have visited quite an extensive amount of restaurants and eateries. Never before have we experienced such a warm welcoming atmosphere, friendliness, fast efficient service and delicious good food, like we received from Wimpy Knysna. The personnel, welcomes you with a warm smile, our waitress addressed us in very good Afrikaans, even though she is from black origin, unfortunately I can't remember her name, but she left us with life long fond memories. Well done and Thank you team-Wimpy Knysna!!

  • 5/5 Luzario R. 7 months ago on Google
    The waitress Elsie is a force to be reckoned with. The manager went to everytable to see if everyone was happy. As an ex restaurant manager, I was impressed.

  • 5/5 Colesta R. 6 months ago on Google
    Always a treat going to the Wimpy in Knysna. Elsie is a star waitress and the manageress is super helpful and friendly. Love my go-to place.

  • 5/5 Alette E. 7 months ago on Google
    Had a lovely cup of Wimpy Coffee and a Blueberry Muffin was absolutely delicious with the very best smiling service from a beautiful lady. Thank you Wimpy Knysna. Brilliant Service.

  • 5/5 Jen C. 1 year ago on Google
    Always a winner for reliable, flavourful food and great service. There wasn't actually a play area. Only a nice room with some movies on

  • 5/5 Hayley C. 2 years ago on Google
    The food and everything was great and perfect but i only left 5stars for Elsie's amazing customer service made my day and she always had a smile on her face! Have a great day everyone. Couldnt ask for better! (table 4 girls)

  • 5/5 Fernando F. 1 year ago on Google
    Great Service. Big ups to our waiter Elsie and the Manager Roshaan🙏🙏🙏

  • 5/5 Danielle L. 1 year ago on Google
    Just ate in, Christina was an amazing waitress, the service was fast and attentive, and she was amazing. Had the naartjie frozen lemonade, cappuccino, the schnitzel and the sweet chili chicken wrap plus avocado. Great food, great service, 5/5.

  • 5/5 Gaye M. 1 year ago on Google
    Consistently good Famous Wimpy Coffee (not found at all Wimpys!) And consistently friendly service. Brekkie was great as always. Thank you.

  • 3/5 Chris D. 1 year ago on Google
    Very well run eatery with good food and excellent service. Will surely visit again.

  • 5/5 Patricia B. 1 year ago on Google
    We popped in for brekkie while waiting for dischem to open. We were treated with welcoming smiles and brekkie cooked as we asked. Our friendly waitress ensured we enjoyed EVERY moment!

  • 4/5 James R. 1 year ago on Google
    Been here quite a few times and never had a problem. Staff are always friendly and are one of the best aspects of this place. You know what u get with Wimpys definitely one of the best places value wise. The inside has a nice decor and looks modern. Definitely will be back 🔙

  • 1/5 tapiwa m. 2 years ago on Google
    We got here at 13:53pm they are supposed to close at 14:00pm .Doors were still open we were rudely told that we are closed we said we only wanted milkshakes the lady just replied closed and went back to work but the lady at the door was ready to take our order

  • 5/5 Johan E. 2 years ago on Google
    Great Wimpy grub and the staff make it feel like you're coming home

  • 5/5 dale f. 2 years ago on Google
    Very friendly service. I eat there anytime. It's like mommy serving you her famous breakfast

  • 1/5 George T. 2 years ago on Google
    Rubbish cheeseburgers and chips served lukewarm to cold. Had to send back to be warmed up. Totally unacceptable to pay Wimpys high prices for such garbage. This was an insult. Wont be going there again.

  • 4/5 Yolanda K. 4 years ago on Google
    Good location. Access from the street or the mall. Pin location however was wrong and walked all the way through the mall when we could have accessed it further down from the road. Location pin has been updated. Serive was friendly. Fast and food was consistent with Wimpy's standard although the cheese grille was a little tougher than usual. Lovely fresh fruit salad.

  • 3/5 Elize M. 2 years ago on Google
    We asked for a large cuppinco each and how dissapointing it was ice cold. We reported it to the waitress and no response or apology it was absolutely a rush service move in and move out 🤬

  • 4/5 Jason J. 2 years ago on Google
    Friendly staff. Great service from all members. Helpful indeed. Good covid protocols. Food lovely.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Cash only
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Counter service
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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