Wine & Dine

The Diaz Strand Hotel and Resort offers a wealth of culinary choices for the epicurean guest.

Bahia dos Vaqueiros
With magnificent panoramas of both the Indian Ocean and the Outeniqua Mountains visible through its windows by day and the sparkling lights of the town by night, Bahia dos Vaqueiros is undoubtedly Mossel Bay’s premier restaurant.

The restaurant’s ceiling is adorned with The Fantasy of the Discovery of the World - the largest ceiling fresco in the southern Cape, painted by a team of artists led by André Knoesen, who was also responsible for artwork at Sandton City’s Mandela Square.

Our executive chef incorporates locally-grown fresh produce into his dishes to create a crisp and contemporary fusion cuisine.

The walk-in cellar, Vinho Barcos Rabelos, boasts a selection of exclusive award-winning icon wines; in addition, guests have the opportunity to learn more about the spectacular wines of the Cape through regular gourmet food and wine evenings.

A wide range of the best international brandies, whiskies and beers is served at the ladies’ bar, Cantina Donnas. House cocktails are also available in this stylishly modern venue. Just outside Cantina Donnas there is an open-plan lounge area, where guests can take time out and breathe in the vibe.

Cigars from around the world can be enjoyed at leisure in the luxurious leather-cladded Cigar Lounge.

The restaurant seats 70 people; bookings can be arranged for functions if required.

Art Café Pizzeria
Enjoy our mouth-watering pizza's and pasta's or go into raptures over our freshly baked cakes and delicacies, combined with a range of exotic coffees – all served in a trendy atmosphere, with superb views of the outdoor pool, the palm trees, and the beach. The Art Café is open from the 1st of December till the 15th of January.

Pirates Tower Cocktail Bar
Pirates Tower Cocktail Bar, with a menu that includes a variety cocktails, is situated right on the beach and has fantastic 360-degree views of the ocean and resort.