My friend and I came here as it was highly rated on trip advisor, and they weren't wrong!! The owner Ellen was the hostess with the mostess, really welcoming and passionate about the food. The menu is on a chalk board she brings around and goes through each meal with you, and makes you want to try it all!! The... More

Located on the high street of Knysna so easy to bypass in favour of the waterfront... missing this place would be a big mistake as the food is really amazing... the steak was the best ever... every thing home cooked ... very attentive staff... You really must go ... Best food in the entire visit along the Garden Route

It's a bistro, with perfect food and a real good staff. The owner is always present, and she is a lovely person. I definitely recommend.

I can see why this is the best place to eat!! Food presented on a chalkboard and delightfully explained by the waitress's who was so lovely!! Husband had the beef 'melt in mouth' fillet and I had the chicken dish. We had the cape Malay babootie to share!!! All was yum yum yum!!! And the total price was such great... More

If you are parents with 3 children (11, 11 and 13) than this is the place where you can have a nice conversation with your wife as the Children are quiet as they just eat the delicious food from Ellen. Enjoy it with one of the best piece of beef we ever had to very affordable prices. Thierry and family... More

We have been coming to Knysna for years and wonder why the heck we have not eating here before, I suppose I could say, save the best for last. What an enjoyable evening. Ellen the owner is so passionate about her food and makes you feel really welcomed. The menu is limited but sufficient to fulfill one's needs and listen... More

Situated on the main road in Knysna and 3 minutes drive from the Waterfront where we stayed, The Olive Tree is as good as its rating on this website. There aren't many varieties on the menu- fish, chicken, beef and one or two vegetarian dishes but those were done with care and great skill. Even simple things such as the... More

The best restaurant in Knysna in my opinion - it's a lovely romantic place. Menus are on a chalkboard and the staff come around to personally describe each item. They are extremely attentive to guests and the food is divine. Nice mix of various dishes (fish, veg, meat) - limited number but they do all of them very, very well.... More

This is and excellent restuarant with superb food and service. The food was fantastic we had the spring rolls for starters and for mains we had the fillet steak & chicken and pasta dishes which were all to a high standard. Before we had finished our mains my wife was already booking a table for the following night, the table... More