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Lunar Cafe Knysna

SHOP Z2-09 opp spar | KNYSNA MALL, Knysna, South Africa
044 382 0758
Ranked #30 of 53 restaurants in Knysna
3.5 of 5 stars 11 Reviews
Cuisines: Café
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Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch
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JeannineOrz
Knysna, South Africa
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2012 NEW

I love going to Lunar Café and I do so regularly because they offer free Wi-Fi. It's centrally situated, very convenient and easy to find parking. The decor is trendy and casual and there's always a warm welcome from the owner or manager. Service is prompt, the food arrives in good time and is fresh and delicious. I've tried the... More

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RoubaixTravellers
Franschhoek, South Africa
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 11, 2012

Had the good fortune to discover Lunar Cafe whilst traveling through Knysna in December. Whilst the mall was really busy, Lunar Cafe was perfect to relax & unwind! Coffee was excellent (as I see other reviewers also remarked), and the lovely maitre d' ensured we were well looked after. Delicious cakes & friendly staff will ensure we return to this... More

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CyrilGKnysna
Knysna
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4 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 7, 2012

Management and staff attentive and helpful. Really good food specials. Lamb and lentil soup a MUST!! More

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katey09
london
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4 reviews
2 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2012

I visited in Jan 2012 as part of a group of 6. 4 of us just ordered coffee whislt the other 2 ordered very basic brakfast meals (one of which was just toast). 45 minutes later we had still not received any food, when we inquired after our food we were curtly told that "its coming, we have just dealt... More

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LaurenBCapeTown
Cape Town
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed January 25, 2012

Popped in for a quick lunch whilst on holiday and we were dismally disappointed. I was completely ignored on arrival and when I sat down at the table they pointed me to no one bothered to tell me I had to order at the counter. When I worked it out I stood at the counter for ages before a very... More

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Mike M
Knysna, South Africa
Senior Contributor
25 reviews
1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 9, 2012

Nice coffee shop with pleasant staff - the cakes looked good More

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LexFaure
Knysna, Western Cape, South Africa
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 14, 2011

Great little place for coffee or light meals. Simple menu - but served well and attentive staff. More

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Alanikeiser
Cape Town Central, South Africa
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 21, 2011

Perfect location, close to backpackers with friendly owners and waiters! Menu flexible for veggies and coffee is yum! They even have soya milk! :D Comfy and cosy! More

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jaideepspirit
plett
1 review
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 15, 2011
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Of all the places< and there are many on the garden Route- Lunar Cafe is a serendipitous find! Discovered a Gem! and certainly the only place to sip a delectable home roasted coffee served with a smile from easygoing and hospitable proprietor Ryan, and their homebaked crouissants are just heavenly. What a pleasure to browse the net with the wifi,... More

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SuziB2
Knysna, South Africa
1 review
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 12, 2011
3
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I loved the fact I could chat to everyone in the coffee shop and still enjoy my excellent cappacino and food as well as conclude my business on the net. Great for networking and enjoying local atmosphere More

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