The Rock Restaurant , New Harbour Hermanus image

The Rock Restaurant , New Harbour Hermanus

Restaurant Family restaurant Seafood restaurant Sushi restaurant

One of the Most Reviewed Restaurants in Overstrand Local Municipality


Address

New Harbour, Hermanus, 7200, South Africa

Website

therockhermanus.co.za

Contact

+27 28 312 2920

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (1.6K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Sunday: 8:30 am to 9 pm
  • Monday: 8:30 am to 9 pm
  • Tuesday: 8:30 am to 9 pm
  • Wednesday: 8:30 am to 9 pm
  • Thursday: 8:30 am to 9 pm
  • Friday: 8:30 am to 9 pm
  • Saturday: 8:30 am to 9 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: view (9) seafood (9) good (8) service (8) views (8) friendly (6) dishes (6) Great (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Rayno P. 9 months ago on Google
    Probably the best waiter we have ever had the honor of serving us. Local English chap that knows his food and area very well. Their food is a little on the budget side and may come across as too little or dry (rice), but the preparation of the fish and squid was flawless! Grilled to absolute perfection. Well done!! Definitely a must if you want a nice venue for a quieter meal with an amazing view of the harbor and sometimes you can see the whales spray not too far a way.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dineo S. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent seafood platter for one! Really delish with fresh seafood. Came hot to the table which a plus for me. Sat on the deck over looking the Harbour watching the boats coming and going. It's a large restaurant with lots of tables over looking the bay. Service was quick, attentive and friendly. Sometimes whales can be seen near the Harbour. Well suited for solo travellers. Loved it!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Lee-Anne C. 1 year ago on Google
    We had been in Hermanus for the weekend and wanted to enjoy an early lunch at 11h00 before heading back home. There was a bit of confusion when we arrived. We were seated in the café section which serves a breakfast type menu, but we had chosen this restaurant specifically to enjoy their seafood dishes which everyone has been raving about. Unfortunately the lunch menu is only available after 12h00 when the kitchen opens. And another thing to keep in mind - their sushi is only served from 1pm. We decided to wait until 12h00.. and glad we did! Their dishes were reasonably priced and so well prepared! Their seafood is outstanding!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kseniia S. 2 years ago on Google
    Great experience. I enjoyed my sushi, but rice in my husband meal was quite dry. The rest was good, and very tasty dessert , so I still give 5 stars
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alex C. 1 year ago on Google
    What a place! They were clearly booked solid when we arrived without a reservation for lunch but they managed to squeeze us in (thousands of restaurants wouldn’t). ‘Mini’ seafood platter served the two of us and was superb - as was the sashimi starter. This place would merit 5 stars on the food and service alone, but the view and allocation take it to another level. What an unbelievable spot right on the edge of the south Atlantic!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lauren S. 2 years ago on Google
    We came here for boxing day lunch and had the seafood platter, grilled hake and the prawn curry All of the dishes were delicious. Service was really good too, our waiter was very helpful. Thank you also to Lee for helping me make the booking from the UK and for sending me the menu!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Derek R. 7 months ago on Google
    The views were spectacular out over the harbour, what a wonderful find after a day of whale watching. All of the staff were genuinely friendly and professional, they served up the most delicious food and made us feel at home. Will definitely be back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 R Q. 1 year ago on Google
    Awesome spot down at the new harbor. Good menu, rather limited though. Nice views and very friendly staff.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mike B. 8 months ago on Google
    The restaurant is layered in 3 tiers overlooking the harbour. Most tables have ocean view. Great service, outstanding dishes, well prepared. Really worth visiting.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James F. 9 months ago on Google
    We have the most delicious and amazing line fish ever. It was just right. The wine was good and pudding too, but the main was really memorable. Well done 👍
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Robert H. 5 months ago on Google
    I was treated to a birthday dinner on the night that the Springboks played in the final against New Zealand! The place was vibey, but as you can imagine by 8:30 it emptied out like a ghost town! (hence my 4 * for atmosphere). They had reserved us a spectacular table with a view over the bay and were treated to a full moon rising up over the mountains! What a setting! The waiter was on form, friendly, efficient and knowledgeable - always a good start to a night out. We ordered oysters as a starter, which were delicious with a glass of Chenin blanc. Now onto the mains.... It's not often that you see a Fillet cafe de Paris on a menu, so with a little hesitation I ordered it done rare. The temperature was done correct, but as a particular dish like the one ordered I think the chef could have used a better class fillet - it was a little on the chewy side and not "melt in the mouth" like a fillet should be. The "compound" butter of this dish should be the cherry on top - a complex fermented combination of specific ingredients - this was unfortunately not so and the addition of curry into a melted and re- constituted butter made it dissapointing. But we live and learn..... For dessert we had an orange chocolate mousse, which was fair, but a little too dense. Unfortunately we were rushing a bit to get back for the rugby and did not take enough photos! Although the meal was under-whelming , I would still go back and recommend it. All else was on point and the views exceptional. I will be back to try something different next time

  • 5/5 Sagren C. 5 months ago on Google
    Celebrated a milestone Birthday of my friend, Claire, her Dad and two close friends at this superb venue yesterday evening. It was well worth the drive from Bloubergstrand. We enjoyed a delicious selection of seafood on a custom platter organised by our waiter, as well the vegan curry and sushi. The crayfish and prawns were grilled to perfection. Thanks to Chris & his staff for making us feel welcome with warm and attentive customer service. 5* views, ambience, food, customer service. Thank You!

  • 5/5 Mohammed Z. 6 months ago on Google
    Great place✔️ Stunning View ✔️ Delicious Seafood dishes ✔️✔️ Above average prices but you get what you pay for ✔️✔️ Stopped by a coincidence but made memories for a lifetime 🤍

  • 5/5 Cass D. 6 months ago on Google
    Had beautifully tasty and fresh sushi here. Everything tasted so so good. The service was tops! And we even got to spot a few whales. Amazing experience and will definitely be back. Our car battery even died and the owner helped jump our car, could not be anymore appreciative! Thank you so so much!

  • 5/5 Len K. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful location and amazing food. Enjoy gourmet food with spectacular ocean views.

  • 5/5 Marianna P. 1 year ago on Google
    Had a breakfast here and was very nice. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The view on the harbour is beautiful!! Enjoyed it so much.

  • 5/5 Binta G. 10 months ago on Google
    Had an excellent meal yesterday. My husband had the beer battered hake with rice, which looked really good. I had a deliciously satisfying seafood chowder. All meals arrived fresh and hot. Espresso was hot too - quite unusual. Our waitress was good, even though she was running like crazy. Beautiful views of the harbour and rocks. Would definitely visit again

  • 5/5 Tokelo M. 1 year ago on Google
    The breakfast room is a pleasant space with beautiful views. The food was in generous portions and tasted great. They offered such great friendly service and accommodated our last minute request to be in the breakfast room on a busy morning.

  • 5/5 Abegail W. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolute Gem in Hermanus Harbour ! Amazing views, Great food , excellent service and decoration is welcoming! Neat and definitely recommended to have a good meal with a view in peace and quietness, away from the busy Town! My Calamari Salad is highly recommended

  • 5/5 Giulia C. 1 year ago on Google
    Once arrived after a whale watching trip, this is the place to go for a warm lunch and a nice view. Great sushi and other delicacies.

  • 5/5 Arethe P. 2 years ago on Google
    Whales, 4! Amazing view. Loveliness was the best waitress! Incredible food! When in Hermanus... Don't be silly... come here!!!!

  • 5/5 Lazanda V. 2 years ago on Google
    The Rock Restaurant have the best breakfast room with the most amazing view! We watched dolphins play while having brunch. Will definitely be back for another brioche French toast!

  • 4/5 Edson C. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing place . Make sure to book a table in advance or you might get disappointed at the door. They don’t only do seafood but a whole range of other dishes.

  • 3/5 Sascha C. 2 years ago on Google
    nice restaurant overlooking the ugly harbour. down-to-earth cuisine meets pragmatic service. no guest wifi although this is displayed. not worth a detour.

  • 5/5 Werner S. 2 years ago on Google
    We visited quite a few wineries on one day and I think Spookfontein wine farm was the best! Bongani as our wine attendant was also very attentive. Great atmosphere and great wine!


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Amenities


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

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