Saltwater Bistro

RestaurantKnysna

No dishes marked gluten free

49 dishesmenu read 11 Novrexhotel.co.za

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Tapas, Pizza & Salads

Available daily

Tapas Between Breads

  • Fire or BBQ Spiced Chicken WingsR110

    Smoked BBQ sauce, cheddar, green, with fresh celery slaw and handmade fries

    Likely dairy

  • Beef "Boerewors" BurgerR155
  • Grilled Falklands CalamariR140

    Tomato olive salsa and chilli pesto on panini bread with mozzarella, tomato, spinach and handmade fries

    Contains nutsLikely glutenLikely dairyLikely shellfish

  • Harrisa Spiced ChickenR140
  • Dukkha Spiced HummusR90

    Crisp flat bread and grilled zucchini

    VeganContains nutsLikely glutenLikely sesame

  • Crushed Falafel with Avocado on RyeR140

    Toasted rye with zucchini, hummus, tomato salsa and garden salad

    VeganLikely glutenLikely sesame

  • Mussels in PuttanescaR120

    Herbed bruschetta, capers, tomato and olive

    Likely glutenLikely shellfishLikely fish

  • Cornflake Crusted Chicken BurgerR140

    Toasted bun, slaw salad, aioli and handmade fries

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Chimichurri Pork RibsR135

    Pickled slaw and chimichurri

  • Biltong Dusted Crispy PotatoesR90

    With lemon aioli

    Likely egg

  • Roasted Corn RibsR70

    Butter basted with smoked paprika rub

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Prawns Beer & ChilliR150

    Sautéed in butter with beer, chilli and flat bread

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely shellfish

Pizza

  • Local Seafood & ChilliR240

    Grilled prawns, calamari, local mussels, house made chilli pesto, pronto fresco

    Likely nutsLikely shellfish

  • Charred Chicken & AvocadoR160

    Chicken, avocado, fresh basil, feta cheese, pronto fresco and buffalo mozzarella

    Likely dairy

  • Herbed Tomato & MozzarellaR140

    Fresh basil, pronto fresco and buffalo mozzarella

    Contains nutsLikely dairy

  • Shaved Parma HamR180

    Parma ham, fresh rocket, parmesan, capers, pronto fresco and buffalo mozzarella

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

Salads

  • North African Spiced Chicken SaladR120

    With avocado, heirloom tomato, feta cheese, olives and green dressing

    Likely dairy

  • Smoked Midlands Trout SaladR160

    With marinated quinoa, creamed cheese, shaved vegetables, foraged greens and citrus dressing

    Likely dairyLikely fish

  • Roasted Beet & Squash SaladR120

    Chickpea, pumpkin seed muesli with greens and coriander yoghurt

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Mushroom, Zucchini & FetaR160

    Local mushrooms, basil pesto, fresh greens, pronto fresco and buffalo mozzarella

    Contains nutsLikely dairy

Grills, Sides & Dessert

Available daily

Grills

  • Local Fresh CatchR230

    Citrus velouté, warm nicoise salad and sauteed greens

    Likely egg

  • Vegetarian CauliflowerR180

    With dukkha spice, black rice, squash, young greens and butter curry sauce

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Grilled Aged Beef SirloinR250

    With herb butter, side and sauce of your choice

    Likely dairy

  • Grilled Chicken Leg QuartersR170

    With slaw salad, handmade fries and chilli pesto

    Likely nuts

  • Beer Battered White FishR165

    Handmade fries, slaw and tartare sauce

    Likely glutenLikely eggLikely fish

  • Lamb Loin ChopsR270

    Confit garlic butter, potato mash and tomato salsa

    Likely dairy

  • Chicken Thigh EspatadaR170

    Deboned and grilled with butter curry sauce, black rice and charred broccoli

    Likely dairy

Local Comforts

  • The Saltwater BistroR280

    Grilled prawns, linefish, mussels, calamari, citrus velouté, garlic bread and fries

    Likely glutenLikely shellfish

  • Brinjal & Chickpea CurryR170

    Basmati rice, tomato salsa and lentil cracker

    Vegetarian

  • Chicken, Mushroom RigatoniR160

    Mushrooms, cream and parmesan cheese

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Grilled Prawns & ChimichurriR250

    Forbidden rice, citrus velouté and broccoli

    Likely shellfish

Sides

  • Creamy Mashed PotatoR45

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Handmade FriesR45

    Vegan

  • Sweet Potato FriesR45

    Vegan

  • Seasonal VegetablesR45

    Vegan

  • Basmati RiceR45

    Vegan

  • Quinoa TaboulehR45

    Vegan

  • Tomato, Olive, Cucumber and Feta SaladR45

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Black RiceR45

    Vegan

Sauces

  • Thyme and Mushroom SauceR35

    Vegetarian

  • Chimichurri SauceR35

    Vegan

  • Whiskey Green Pepper SauceR35

    Vegetarian

  • Butter Curry SauceR35

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Citrus VeloutéR35

Dessert

  • Pecan Nut & Chocolate TartR90

    With vanilla ice cream and short bread crunch

    Contains nutsLikely glutenLikely dairy

  • Cheese BoardR130

    With three kinds of South African cheese, fresh fruit, preserve and flat bread crisps

    Contains nutsLikely glutenLikely dairy

  • Sliced Fresh Seasonal FruitR70

    With fruit sorbet

    Vegan

  • Warm Chocolate FondantR100

    With biscuit crunch and vanilla ice cream

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Basque Style CheesecakeR90

    With seasonal fruit compote and whipped cream

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

The menu’s own key: (V) Vegetarian | (VE) Vegan | (GF) Gluten Free | (N) Contains Nuts

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Restaurant

Facts

FactDetail
Address08 Gray St, Knysna, 6571
AreaGarden Route
KindRestaurant
Websiterexhotel.co.za
BookingOnline through Book online
Menu read11 Nov 2026 from rexhotel.co.za
MapOpen in Google Maps

What diners say

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Ratings are diners’ own experience. They don’t make a dish safe; neither do we.

Where this comes from

Allergen answers come from the menu’s labels first, then the listed ingredients, then a model’s judgement checked when unsure. How allergen status is decided.

Questions about Saltwater Bistro

Does Saltwater Bistro have gluten-free options?

No dish is marked gluten free as served, from the menu read 11 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is Saltwater Bistro coeliac friendly?

Eatcrush reads each venue’s own menu and says where every answer came from. It never calls a dish safe: kitchens share fryers, boards and flour, and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff before you order.

Can I book Saltwater Bistro online?

Yes, through Book online: https://www.rexhotel.co.za/reservations

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