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    Big Blu Restaurant & Bar

    103 Reviews
    #32 of 72 Restaurants in Mossel Bay
    €€ - €€€
    Bar
    , Seafood
    Point Road | The Point, Mossel Bay 6500, South Africa
    +27 44 691 2010
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    Overview
    3.5
    103 reviews
    • Excellent29%
    • Very good23%
    • Average19%
    • Poor14%
    • Terrible15%
    Travellers talk about
    “chicken strips” (3 reviews)
    “snails” (2 reviews)
    “fresh seafood” (2 reviews)
    Restaurant Hours
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    CUISINES
    Bar, Seafood
    PRICE
    €€ - €€€
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    LOCATION
    Point Road | The Point, Mossel Bay 6500, South Africa
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    1 - 10 of 93 reviews

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Bad service

    After reading such good reviews we were keen to enjoy a great meal. Our order was taken and I asked how long it would take. 15-20 minutes they said. 2 hours later, with 4 families who had arrived arrived after us, served before us we...More

    Thank Laurie W
    Reviewed 14 March 2018 via mobile
    Cool place

    Nice relaxing place. Serves fresh grilled prawns. Friendly and helpful staff. I’d recommend the place!

    Thank 679Louise
    Reviewed 4 March 2018
    Cheap(ish) and cheerful

    Scruffy, sticky tables and floor, but good, fresh seafood and a terrific view over the rocks. Just a beach bar really, but fine for a simple lunch.

    Thank joeheath1948
    Reviewed 14 February 2018 via mobile
    Very special, staff is bored

    What a special experience this was! We walked around and then found this place. The recommendations on TA were not so good, but we wanted to give it a try. The staff is totally not interested in their guests. They look really bored. They were...More

    Thank Rick v
    Jaco N, General Manager at Big Blu Restaurant & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 19 February 2018

    Hi Rick v Thank you for your review. I am afraid your review is completely off the mark. I am not sure how you ascertain the mood of the staff. We are mostly a joyful, friendly bunch here at Big Blu as previous reviews always...More

    Reviewed 12 February 2018
    Thumbs up, all round!

    My partner and myself visited Big Blu restaurant earlier today for lunch, and all I have to say is WOW! The location is stunning, the sea views are impressive, and we loved the decor. We received fast and friendly service and the food was brilliant....More

    1  Thank Atell R
    Jaco N, General Manager at Big Blu Restaurant & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 19 February 2018

    Hi Atell R Thank you for your review. We are very pleased that you had a awesome time here at Big Blu. See you soon!

    Reviewed 31 January 2018
    Great atmosphere

    What a place....great atmosphere when entering....walking on sea sand and most friendly staff. Good food, good service ! Enjoy your drink on a swing while watching the ocean. Definitely worth a visit !!!

    Thank nettar223
    Jaco N, General Manager at Big Blu Restaurant & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 19 February 2018

    Hi Nettar223 Thank you for your review. Always nice to get such great feedback, hope to see you soon.

    Reviewed 22 January 2018 via mobile
    Sun and sea

    Big blue- perfect name. Beautiful views of the sea- with the sea breeze in your hair. . The sea food we had were great! Our drinks were served perfectly chilled. The staff were friendly and it was service with a smile all the way. A...More

    Thank Isabella V
    Jaco N, General Manager at Big Blu Restaurant & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 19 February 2018

    Hi Isabella V Thank you for your review. We could not agree with you more. The perfect place to spend a lazy afternoon. Hope to see you soon.

    Reviewed 17 January 2018 via mobile
    Lunch at sea side

    One of the best on the rocks at sea side venues. Welcoming staff, good food, good service. Excellent range of cock tails for those who prefer Alcoholic drinks, but similarly cater for those who don't. Great combo of Calamari and chicken strips, or just chicken...More

    Thank einesweetie
    Jaco N, General Manager at Big Blu Restaurant & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 19 February 2018

    Hi einesweetie Thank you for your review. We are glad you had an awesome time at Big Blu. Hope to see you soon!

    Reviewed 30 December 2017 via mobile
    Wasted space and money

    Very Bad! Do not go there. Such a scenic venue with the best view,occupied by a restaurant that doesn't deserve it. Food was really bland, quite expensive and not worth the prices. We waited very long for our food, the restaurant gives the idea of...More

    Thank Gielir
    Jaco N, General Manager at Big Blu Restaurant & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 19 February 2018

    Hi gielir Thank you for your review. Have a awesome day.

    Reviewed 29 December 2017 via mobile
    Great location, service and food

    Always good food, fast service and effiecient kitchen during high season. Best view in Mosselbay. Love the chicken strips and buckets

    Thank Paul P
    Jaco N, General Manager at Big Blu Restaurant & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 19 February 2018

    Hi Paul P Thank you for your review. Yes those chicken strips are delicious. Hope to see you soon!

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    Restaurant Details

    Rating summary
    • Food
      Service
    • Value
      Atmosphere
    Average prices
    US$3 - US$9
    Cuisine
    Bar, Seafood
    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks
    Restaurant features
    Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards
    Good for
    Child-friendly, Bar Scene, View
    Location and Contact Information
    • Address: Point Road | The Point, Mossel Bay 6500, South Africa
    • Location: Africa  >  South Africa  >  Western Cape  >  Mossel Bay
    • Phone Number: +27 44 691 2010
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    Description
    Big Blu Venue is a Beach and Surf Cafe Style Restaurant specializing in mouthwatering seafood and local cuisine Big Blu has reincarnated itself with a little help from Mother Nature. In a word - the view is simply "spectacular"! The ambience is casual and eclectic. Big Blu is a tapas restaurant offering some traditional tapas dishes to be sampled, plus a nice twist on other dishes. Big Blu boasts with congenial staff, weekend events, tasty tapas dishes and view not available anywhere else in the Garden Route - making Big Blu well worth a visit!
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