Paternoster Lodge & Restaurant

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Perched high above the coastline, this restaurant offers one of the most magnificent ocean views you'll find on the West Coast. The elevated setting gives you a front-row seat to the endless Atlantic Ocean, where time seems to slow down and every sunset feels unforgettable. Nestled in the heart of a historic whitewashed Paternoster West Coast fishing village, it captures the charm and simplicity of days gone by. Sit back on the deck, listen to the birds calling, breathe in the fresh sea air, and let the gentle rhythm of the waves washing onto the shore remind you of life's quieter moments. It's the kind of place where you arrive for a meal but stay because you don't want the moment to end. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply escaping the everyday, you can also book a special occassion, the venue offers two beautiful function spaces accommodating up to 60 and 100 guests. During the colder months, the crackling fireplace creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. The restaurant is also wheelchair-friendly, making it accessible for everyone to enjoy. The menu has something for everyone, with starters from R80–R95, fresh salads, light meals, pasta, pizzas, curries and hearty main courses ranging from R110–R255. Their award-winning wines and carefully selected cocktails perfectly complement the experience, and no visit is complete without treating yourself to one of their delicious desserts. There's also a kids' menu, making it ideal for the whole family. If one visit isn't enough, stay a little longer in their comfortable 4-star accommodation. Every room enjoys a beautiful sea view. Room 1 is fully wheelchair accessible, Rooms 2, 3 and 4 are spacious family suites, Room 5 is the romantic honeymoon suite, and Rooms 6 and 7 each feature their own private balconies overlooking the ocean. What truly makes this place special is the people. The friendly staff genuinely go out of their way to make every guest feel welcome, turning a meal into a memory. Some places simply feed you. This one feeds your soul. Highly recommended.

Thank you to a brilliant team who run this absolute gem. My 60th birthday with my family was superb and memorable. We occupied 3 rooms at the sparkling poolside with a breathtaking view. The breakfasts were delicious!

We had lunch at them and waht a lovely meal. Firstly the view is the best in Parternoster and being 31°C, sitting on the top open air seating was divine. The cool air from the Restaurant and from the ocean made it such a pleasure outside experience. We had the Snoek and chips, with apricot jam basting and the Chicken thermidor with veg. Wow, all fantastic. Then of course we had to try their cakes. The chocolate cake was brilliant and with the cappuccino, just a great finish to the meal. Definitely a great must stop.

Very Disappointed – Poor Valentine’s Day Breakfast Experience We went out for breakfast on Valentine’s Day expecting a pleasant experience, but unfortunately it was very disappointing. We were informed that there was no bacon available. We then requested brown bread but were given white bread instead. When we asked for butter or margarine because the bread was dry, we were told they didn’t have either. How can you serve breakfast without bacon or even butter? These are basic breakfast items. It makes one wonder why breakfast is even offered if such essentials are unavailable. Overall, we are very disappointed with the service and lack of preparation, especially on a special day like Valentine’s Day.