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The Tug

Strand St, Swakopmund, Namibia
+264 64 402356
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Ranked #3 of 31 restaurants in Swakopmund
Cuisines: Seafood
Good for: Romance, Large groups, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Romance, Large groups, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night, Dessert
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Tbilisi, Georgia
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 13, 2013 NEW

We tried all the main restaurants in town and this place was by far the best. Excellent seafood prepared perfectly. Also a nice selection of non-alcoholic "mock-tails".

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London, Ontario
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152 reviews 152 reviews
82 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 58 cities Reviews in 58 cities
89 helpful votes 89 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 10, 2013

My daughter and ate dinner at this restaurant and had drinks on the patio before dinner. The restaurant has an ideal location on the jetty on the Atlantic Ocean in this seaside town. The patio is delightful for a drink or snacks. Dinner was excellent with large portions, attentive service, with a pleasant atmosphere. I had the seafood platter which... More

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Windhoek, Namibia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 7, 2013

Wow, what an amazing place to eat. Fantastic food & service. Brett & Leon, thank you for a memorable evening.

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Knysna
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 5, 2013

Those in the party I was with all enjoyed their fish dishes, but the steak-eater was disappointed. Very substantial main courses, so no room for pudding.

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Grevenmacher
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2013

We had been seated on the first floor with an excellent view alang the Jetty. The fish we had ordered (Soles) was delicious.

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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9 reviews 9 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2013

A real Tug. Marooned onto shore and turned into a restaurant. Meals are great, with loads to choose from. Wine list is superb. Once you are inside, choose a place to sit. I recommend upstairs or one of the lower decks. Down stair is a nice tight fitting pub. It does get rowdy in there so space becomes limited. Nice... More

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Oakland, California
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36 reviews 36 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2013

Quality menu with lots of seafood choices. Very popular place with full bar and ocean views. Good for late night dining. On the high for prices in this town.

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Telford, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2013

It was a public holiday and the restaurant was very full. And very noisy. Service was particularly attentive, but the kitchen was not keeping up. My fish was good, my friend's veggie choice poor. It is a great location, if you go try lunch perhaps.

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Windhoek, Namibia
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56 reviews 56 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013

Nice, romantic, by-the-ocean place! My husband invited me for lovely, fishy candle-light dinner for two! Meal was delicious! We booked the table with the view, which needs to be booked ahead of time as its their bestseller place. Ocean's waves splashing right on shore in front of the restaurant. I truly enjoyed the atmosphere, ambiance and dining there. Cozy place... More

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England
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103 reviews 103 reviews
34 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 73 cities Reviews in 73 cities
53 helpful votes 53 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013

Midweek and very full but disappointing that the kitchen couldn't cope! Poor service 1 hour between courses. One tiny bread roll each the limit per person said our waitress and first and main courses luke warm. Lots of other Restaurants to chose from close by so we just chose the wrong one !

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