Fodor's Expert Review Buccaneers

$$ East London South African

An East London institution, Buccaneers has been open since 1992, and not a lot has changed here in the last 20 years or so. There's hearty, unpretentious pub fare and atmosphere, lots of seafood, sports, draft beer aplenty, live music, raucous student nights, and spectacular sea views from the big sun-soaked wooden deck. The food and service aren't great, and neither is the decor inside, but there's usually plenty of atmosphere and on a hot, sunny Sunday afternoon it's an absolute must, at least for a drink or two, especially if you're staying at Sugarshack Backpackers next door. It's also a favorite with families and it has a kids menu.

South African Lively Lunch Family Views Dinner $$

Quick Facts

1 Tranrack Rd.
East London, Eastern Cape  5201, South Africa

043-743–5171

www.buccaneers.co.za

Known For:
  • Festive weekend atmosphere
  • Beachfront location
  • Fresh seafood

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