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Carola Ann's

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😐 It is an expensive place with small portions and not really anything to write home about when it comes to taste. The starters and mains where really average but the desert was fantastic. The waitress really caught me with a sneaky sale. After placing my order which then I paid for immediately and 1... People often mention good, great, delicious, breakfast, friendly, Mossel, service, restaurant, staff, Carola,


Address

38 Marsh St, Mossel Bay Central, Mossel Bay, 6500, South Africa

Website

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Contact

+27 64 154 6393

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (708 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 8 am to 10 pm
  • Thursday: 8 am to 10 pm
  • Friday: 8 am to 10 pm
  • Saturday: 8 am to 10 pm
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: (New Year's Day), Closed, Holiday hours
  • Tuesday: 8 am to 10 pm

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  • 5/5 Stephanie B. 2 years ago on Google
    O really loved the food! Fresh, flavorful and beautifully presented! Heathy and vegan options available and the best baked cheesecake I have ever had in my life !!! Try the cheesecake please !!! I tried for the recipe but no success. Would just have to come back then!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Melanie B. 1 year ago on Google
    Fine dining - Enjoyed the lamb shoulder main meal and Baklava ice cream desert. Food different, good presentation and love the flavours. Great service. Lovely ambience and beautiful decor. Quaint deli shop for freshly baked sweets, frozen meals, & spices. We will be back for more tastebuds spoil! Definitely worth the drive to Mosselbay!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 shawn van t. 9 months ago on Google
    It is an expensive place with small portions and not really anything to write home about when it comes to taste. The starters and mains where really average but the desert was fantastic. The waitress really caught me with a sneaky sale. After placing my order which then I paid for immediately and 1 second after the tap of my card, she goes “would you like a coffee while you wait”. Me being naïve maybe, thought o wow a free coffee while I wait because why would you offer me a coffee when I just tapped my card a second ago. Just to have her bring the coffee with the now extra R30 bill. Very disappointed with the whole thing, as they do get great reviews. Maybe it was just a off day for them
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marnus M. 6 months ago on Google
    Amazing place, truly beautiful, amazing journey to the middle east. Amazing flavors, complex dishes executied PERFECTLY. I was amazed to find such a gem in the last place I'd expect it. Amazing Atmosphere, welcoming Staff, beautiful dishes, and flavors that will blow your mind if your an adventurous eater. A true, not to be missed destination for foodies. We barely touched the surface because we only ate breakfast. But it was one of the best representations of middle eastern cuisine I have yet to come across. To the owners: I thank you, you took me on a flavourful journey.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Johan S. 5 years ago on Google
    Quaint little place definitely worth a visit. The food selection is different from a standard menu but certainly a wide variety of choice. The ostrich strip sandwich i had was delicious and well plated! The smoothies looks amazing. The staff was very friendly!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 André P. 2 years ago on Google
    The staff is super friendly and has always a smile on. Definitly one of the best cappucinos in town. Totally recommend the terrace with a really nice view. The interior has a nice flavor and there are a lot of little details in the decoration that just makes you wanna stay. The backyard is definitly worth a visit as well!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hennik Du T. 2 years ago on Google
    Had the best meal. Food full of flavour. Authentic Middle Eastern menu to die for. Only negative is that the waiter never came around after meal was served to make sure all is OK Would highly recommend Carola Ann's for a superb gourmet experience
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rafael F. 1 year ago on Google
    Very good food, nice service and a great ambience. We had dinner and every course was outstandingly delicious. Good cocktails, too.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lorna M. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely healthy vegan options. Beautiful old building. Good service and great smoothies!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Euodia R. 3 years ago on Google
    Carola Ann's has no competition on the Garden route. Don't be fooled by the simple interior, they know what they're doing when it comes to food! Absolutely delicious, mostly middle eastern inspired, but no overpowering tastes, just perfect and most importantly nourishing, healthy food. Both owners are very friendly and so easy going. The food could easily be served as part of a fine dinning experience if placed in a different setting. Although this cosy, super clean little restaurant makes incredible food accessible to everyone.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Inca H. 5 months ago on Google
    Best restaurant in Mossel Bay! Real chefs who know what they are doing, creating delicious flavours, and excellent quality compared to other places in the town. My favourite dishes are the veggie bowl breakfast, and the chicken kebab for lunch or dinner! Great wine selection, and lots of yummy cakes and treats to feast your eyes on
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Torsten Michael R. 5 years ago on Google
    A lovely little place to enjoy organic food with an oriental twist. Try the mezze to share or go for the daily salad or the burger. The staff is super friendly and made us feel very welcome. A definitive must in Mossel Bay!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ken B. 2 years ago on Google
    Most delicious breakfast I've had in years! Clean, charming old world building with well blended modern decor. Rapid and friendly service. Peaceful. I'm definitely going b ck again and again.

  • 5/5 Carolyn B. 4 years ago on Google
    Fantastic food. The Moses's Healthy Breakfast was outstandingly good and the Tumeric Sunrise smoothie absolutely delicious. Eat here...you will not be disappointed. The owners, Sam and Carola Ann, are lovely too.

  • 5/5 Ludwig S. 4 years ago on Google
    great little cosy venue, fabulous staff en great coffee

  • 5/5 Gill B. 4 years ago on Google
    An amazing place to come and eat. Food simply the best

  • 5/5 Raymond De K. 4 years ago on Google
    The food is amazing! We had breakfast twice and everyone commented that the food was a tasteful explosion. Lovely place to meet a friend or even a business colleague.

  • 3/5 Arnold van G. 4 years ago on Google
    Cosy little restaurant. Food was good but expected more after having read reviews of the restaurant. Menu is also limited.

  • 5/5 Ken L. 4 years ago on Google
    Great choice if you like quality

  • 5/5 Lynelle P. 4 years ago on Google
    By far the best food in Mossel Bay! The owners make you feel right at home.

  • 5/5 Kai F. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice restaurant with a very good breakfast. Some very uncommon dishes but tasty. It's worth to try and taste.

  • 5/5 Warrren F. 4 months ago on Google
    Great location with an inviting atmosphere! The food was excellent, very tasty and value money. I would certainly recommend this restaurant to all my friends and family!

  • 5/5 Jessica S. 4 months ago on Google
    Ok WOW!!! We are foodies and can say that this is a Hot Spot not to miss! Give the chef a star please!

  • 5/5 Cobus S. 2 years ago on Google
    Was in Mossel Bay for a 2 day visit and Carola Ann’s was recommended by our guest house. The food was so good we returned the second night! Refreshingly different menu and food is wonderfully flavoured. Highly recommended.

  • 5/5 Kiannah S. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely delicious dinner served in an elegant yet relaxed environment by incredibly friendly staff. My husband and I happened upon this gem by pure chance after checking in to our room at the Aquamarine Guest House up the street on our one night in Mossel Bay. It was the highlight of our time in town, thanks to the scrumptious savory cheesecake and expertly prepared, tender ostrich steak we ordered. We later went to Oudtshoorn, where we figured the ostrich would be even more stupendous, but no: Carola Ann's was the clear winner in our book. The view of the ocean was a nice perk, too.

  • 5/5 Alan M. 2 years ago on Google
    My new favorite restaurant in Mossel Bay. The building itself is classy and worth the visit alone. The food is quality, fresh, tasty and fairly priced. (Vegan friendly too). The drinks selection is also very good. Customer service is a clear priority here, our waiter (Rick) is a master at his job and a great pleasure. Can't wait to go back. Well done.

  • 4/5 Cally M. 10 months ago on Google
    Nice restaurant...Lamb shoulder roast a bit dry - think it was yesterday's roast 🤔. Oxtail curry flavourful... Had to ask for more gravy! Fish samosas not great but the pork spring rolls were good. My opinion is that the meals are a little overpriced but nice house restored to a good enough restaurant.

  • 5/5 Lynda M. 2 years ago on Google
    The best breakfast ever, tantalizing and teasing all your taste buds. Fresh and healthy food served with great service, thank you. Worth trying out this restaurant, I would give them more than 5 stars.

  • 5/5 Julia v. M. 4 months ago on Google
    What an amazing cafe, they also offer so many cute gifts:)

  • 5/5 Yifat J. 1 year ago on Google
    Best Gluten free breakfast I’ve had since I arrived in SA. Great Banting Bread! You can call them a day in and Vance to order a whole loaf and they will make it for you.

  • 5/5 Eileen C. 1 year ago on Google
    My first evening visit. A warm fire added to the cozy atmosphere. A warm welcome, good service and excellent food with great choices. If average is not your bag, this is your best choice.

  • 5/5 Hassan M. 4 months ago on Google
    The best restaurant in Mossel Bay by far. We celebrated Christmas and had their spectacular Xmas lunch feast. Every single element of each dish was just sublime. Well done to the owner and team for such a wonderful foodie extravaganza

  • 4/5 Alex V. 1 year ago on Google
    We sat outside in the garden. The food took some time to make (30min), but my ostrich was great! The music speakers didn’t work so the atmosphere wasn’t very viby. Staff is very attentive and helpful.

  • 5/5 Dirk P. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice location, great food, and awesome staff. If we are ever in mossel bay again we will definitely stop there for dinner again. Steaks was done to perfection. Highly recommended

  • 4/5 Anouchka R. 1 year ago on Google
    Enjoyed a dinner here in the beginning of March. I would recommend getting reservations or coming early as it seems to get busy. Ordered the falafel, three dip mezza. And then the Hake fish of the day with tabouleh salad and potatoes. Also had the baklava ice cream for dessert. The apps and main were so delicious. Really enjoyed both— especially the freshness of the fish. Personally I found the dessert a bit too sweet for my liking. Absolutely adored the little shop inside with baked goodies like homemade granola and then the freezer with pre-made food. Highly recommend checking this place out if you’re in the area!

  • 5/5 Robert H. 1 year ago on Google
    Lamb shoulder cooked to perfection. Interesting menu, cheerful staff and well decorated. One of the best restaurants in Mossel Bay.

  • 5/5 Sonet E. 7 months ago on Google
    Food was fantastic - mine, including other guests (tasted a mouthful of theirs!). Starters were great. Ostrich steak, Sirloin, Pumpkin ravioli, Oxtail (I mention these as it is not listed below) Love, love, love the interior. Staff is friendly, knowledgeable. Has a more upmarket feel to it, yet cosy and inviting. Would love to dine in the back-yard in summer!

  • 5/5 Raphael S. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing food - probably the best on our Garden Route trip | Beautiful old building with terrace seating and sea view | Good service

  • 5/5 Arnel H. 1 year ago on Google
    Carola Ann's is definitely one of my favourite restaurants in Mossel Bay - the food is exquisite, service amazing and the nostalgic atmosphere contributes to the whole experience!

  • 5/5 RIAAN N. 3 years ago on Google
    Stunning

  • 4/5 Ivan M. 4 years ago on Google
    Very interesting, tasty food experience and friendly service. Worth a visit!

  • 5/5 Gerald v d B. 4 years ago on Google
    Neat and good coffee

  • 5/5 Sebastian K. 4 years ago on Google
    Very tasty food.

  • 5/5 John V. 4 years ago on Google
    Great restaurant friendly owners and staff some of best foods in town visited by the important people in Mossel Bay 🥨🥞🌮🎂🥘

  • 5/5 Jessica-Ann G. 4 years ago on Google
    I honestly cannot recommend Carola Ann's enough. Not only is the food absolutely delicious, but the owners and staff are wonderful people and their restaurant has a great atmosphere (especially their monthly Friday night dinners). I've had breakfast, lunch and dinner at Carola Ann's and everything has been delicious (the banana bread french toast is a favorite of mine). I have even found myself eating foods that are not my favorite as I am convinced Carola Anns can make anything taste good! My husband and I decided to host our intimate (28 ppl) wedding celebration dinner at Carola Ann's restaurant and not only was it extremely affordable, but the three course meal still has people talking to this day. The passionfruit cake Corelie made was super delicious as well. It was honestly such a perfect night and everytime I find myself in Mossel Bay I am going to Carola Ann's and when I am lucky enough to be there for a friday night dinner, I am definitely making reservations.

  • 5/5 Gisele L. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place to visit with a lot of delicious choices. I tried the slow cooked beef and my boyfriend had the hamburguer and everything was great. Service is really good and it's a quiet place to relax and enjoy your meal. We paid 290 rands for both plates, a beverage and the cheesecake plus tips

  • 5/5 Ricky W. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely staff, great food wonderful atmosphere. Will definitely go back🙂👍

  • 5/5 Dominic R. 3 years ago on Google
    Incredible vegetarian and vegan options for both breakfast and lunch. The service was quick and friendly, and the plates were beautifully presented.

  • 4/5 Katya R. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place for breakfast. Had the vegan vegetable bowl and it was very tasty. My friend had the Banting breakfast with fried haloumi and she loved it. Coffees were great and prices are reasonable. Would give this place 5 stars, but they didn’t have wifi, which we would I’ve appreciated because we are travelling.

  • 5/5 Antonio Augusto J. 4 years ago on Google
    This is a very pleasant and cozy environment. the foods offered are delicious and fresh, but without long wait.I strongly recommend that anyone going to Mossel bay invest some time in this bistro.

  • 4/5 E. S. 5 years ago on Google
    Best cheesecake in the area and it made my week when I saw that it has Uber ice tea, because I couldn't find it anywhere else nearby.😄

  • 5/5 Derek W. 4 years ago on Google
    Really good food, just like they say.

  • 5/5 Anne S. 6 years ago on Google
    Wonderful breakfast! We stayed in Mossel Bay two nights and went there every morning to enjoy the food, smoothies and coffee.

  • 5/5 CW W. 4 years ago on Google
    Best breakfast in Mossel Bay. Love the Middle -Eastern flavors. Definitely different from the normal breakfasts found everywhere else. Beautiful presentation. Not a wide variety, but it is a small restaurant.

  • 5/5 Daniel Toledo Piza F. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice and charming place, with a delicious beef and quiche.

  • 5/5 Sebastiaan Z. 3 years ago on Google
    Best service,very friendly staff and good barista,always puts nice pictures on the foam

  • 5/5 Andre' C. 5 years ago on Google
    Amazing place in the heart of Mossel Bay

  • 5/5 Gui S. 4 years ago on Google
    Unique foods. Vegan friendly. Good service. All round good

  • 5/5 Dot M. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent as always. Small but good f healthy food and well presented plates of food. Will always go here for my healthy options.

  • 5/5 Raphael A. 4 years ago on Google
    Absolutely delicious food and a very friendly staff.

  • 5/5 Hazel-ann E. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent food and good ambiance

  • 5/5 Stan B. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice cozy spot for lunch and some desserts. Banana cheesecake was awesome as well as that delicious flat white. Would highly recommend a visit

  • 3/5 Beverley van N. 4 years ago on Google
    Great tasting and something deliciously different

  • 5/5 Cornelius van N. 4 years ago on Google
    Always good food 👍

  • 5/5 Antonio G. 4 years ago on Google
    Healthy food has no business being this good. The staff was lovely, food was tasty and the portions were on the big side. Me and my girlfriend fell in love with the place.

  • 5/5 Gabriel M. 4 years ago on Google
    Wow. Perfect breakfast! Delicious smoothies and coffee.

  • 5/5 Theuns O. 4 years ago on Google
    Hidden gem that is worth the trouble to find. Brilliant food. Don't be in a hurry, though. Highly recommended.

  • 5/5 Daniela 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Wow. What a great café. There is a breakfast and a lunch menu. Both contain both veggie and vegan options. There are homemade cakes and RAW balls. The service is extremely friendly, quick and courteous. (Original) Wow. Was für ein tolles Café. Es gibt eine Frühstücks und eine Lunch Karte. Beide enthalten sowohl Veggie als auch vegane Optionen. Es gibt hausgemachte Kuchen und RAW balls. Der Service ist ausgesprochen freundlich, schnell und zuvorkommend.

  • 5/5 Kazia L. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely little gem in the heart of Mossel Bay serving delicious, fresh food. The ostrich strips sandwich is a favourite. Well worth the visit if you are looking for something different.

  • 5/5 Anita B. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome place for a ladies get together. Lovely cuisine

  • 5/5 Zasu _. 4 years ago on Google
    Cosy place, absolutely EXCELLENT food, friendly & fast service👌❤️

  • 3/5 Melissa B. 4 years ago on Google
    Delicious food, average coffee

  • 5/5 Gerardt Pierre V. 4 years ago on Google
    Really nice salads and good value

  • 5/5 王閔悅 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely shop with two kind owners and an adorable baby. My favorite was the veggie breakfast. Tho it’s just veggie, they somehow manage to make it so flavorful and tasty.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free of charge street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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