Trawlers

Trawlers Trawlers is a seafood restaurant, fish & chips shop, and fast food joint located on Beach Road in Gordon's Bay. Established in 1995, this family-friendly eatery is known for its fresh seafood dishes and beachfront location. They offer Valentine's specials and are closed on Christmas Day. Enjoy some yummy seafood on their stoep while soaking up the sun from 11:30 to 19:45, seven days a week.

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20/06/2026

Celebrate Father’s Day on the beachfront at Trawlers with a feast fit for a captain. From fresh calamari to our legendary seafood platters, we’ve got everything dad loves.

10/06/2026

🐙 Trawlers Calamari Combo

​Can’t decide between strips, rings, or tentacles? Now you don’t have to. We’ve brought them all together in one epic Calamari Combo!
​Get the absolute best of everything—tender strips, crispy rings, and those perfectly crunchy, flavorful tentacles. It’s a seafood lover's dream, fried to golden perfection and served just the way you like it.

New meals and Specials available. Pop in and check it out!

Trawlers Seafood
​35 Beach Road, Gordon's Bay

31/05/2026

Come enjoy the beautiful day on the beach in Gordon's Bay with some delicious seafood at Trawlers.

35 Beach Road, Gordon's Bay

Seafood Platters 🐟For One, for Two... or for the Family!Enjoy Hake, Calamari, Prawns, Mussels, and Chips—all freshly coo...
27/05/2026

Seafood Platters 🐟
For One, for Two... or for the Family!
Enjoy Hake, Calamari, Prawns, Mussels, and Chips—all freshly cooked to perfection. Available for sit-down and takeaway.

Check out our NEW menu items, meals, and specials:
🌊 Ocean Commotion
🛥️ Trawlers Special
🦑 Calamari Combo

Pop in at Trawlers this weekend to share a Seafood Platter with family, try our new calamari tentacles, and see what the Ocean Commotion is all about!

35 Beach Road, Gordon's Bay ⚓

The sun is back! ☀️ After the rain we’ve had this past week, the next few days are looking beautiful—perfect for a strol...
22/04/2026

The sun is back! ☀️ After the rain we’ve had this past week, the next few days are looking beautiful—perfect for a stroll on Gordon's Bay beach.
​We’re ready to fuel your sunshine vibes with the freshest hake, golden chips, and our famous calamari. Grab a takeaway for the beach or sit down for a quick bite, come soak up the clear skies at Trawlers!

TRAWLERS Seafood
​🌊 35 Beach Road, Gordon's Bay
🐠 Everyday Specials
🐟 Pensioners Menu: Mon-Thu
⏰ Open 11:30 - 20:00 seven days a week

No need to travel far this Easter! Whether you're heading to the beach or enjoying a day outing with family, we’ve got t...
31/03/2026

No need to travel far this Easter! Whether you're heading to the beach or enjoying a day outing with family, we’ve got the fish and chips ready for you! 🐟🍟

Trawlers is open every day this Easter weekend. Come join us on the stoep for a sunset or grab a takeaway to enjoy by the water. After all, local is lekker, and there’s no better place to celebrate the holiday than right here, on the beach in Gordon's Bay!

TRAWLERS
35 Beach Road 🐟 Gordon's Bay

Trawlers is a landmark Seafood Eatery in Gordon’s Bay, Cape Town. Order sit-down or takeaway from our menu and enjoy your delicious meal right on the beachfront.

At Trawlers, we’ve been serving our Pensioners Menu since 2012, and our commitment to our senior citizens has only grown...
04/03/2026

At Trawlers, we’ve been serving our Pensioners Menu since 2012, and our commitment to our senior citizens has only grown stronger. If you’re 60 or over, join us every Monday through Thursday on the Gordon's Bay beachfront for our legendary menu.

​Whether you’re a regular or visiting Gordon’s Bay for the first time, we have a massive variety of discounted specials waiting for you. From Seafood Parcels and Combos to Burgers and Extras, everything is available at exclusive prices!

* In-store only
* Must be 60 or older
* Available Monday - Thursday
* March - November
* Excludes public holidays

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Come for the view, stay for the seafood 🍤🐟🦑
15/02/2026

Come for the view, stay for the seafood 🍤🐟🦑

Address

35 Beach Road
Gordon's Bay
7140

To get to Beach Road in Gordon's Bay, you can take the N2 highway and exit onto Sir Lowry's Pass Road. Continue on this road until you reach Gordon's Bay and turn left onto Beach Road. If you are driving, there is street parking available along Beach Road.

If you prefer public transport, you can take the train from Cape Town to Strand station, then transfer to a minibus taxi or bus heading towards Gordon's Bay. Once in Gordon's Bay, Beach Road is within walking distance.

Please note that these directions are for the general area of Beach Road in Gordon's Bay and not specific to any particular establishment such as Trawlers.

Opening Hours

Monday 11:30 - 19:15
Tuesday 11:30 - 19:45
Wednesday 11:30 - 19:45
Thursday 11:30 - 19:45
Friday 11:30 - 19:45
Saturday 11:30 - 19:45
Sunday 11:30 - 19:45

Telephone

+27218562790

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What people say

Trawlers, located on Beach Road in Gordon's Bay, is a seafood restaurant and fish & chips shop that has been reviewed by various sources. The most recent review available is from an online source, which was posted just a few weeks ago. According to the review, Trawlers offers a wide variety of seafood dishes that are fresh and delicious. The reviewer highly recommends the fish & chips, stating that it is some of the best they have ever had.

Another review from a magazine was published about six months ago. The reviewer praised Trawlers for its friendly service and cozy atmosphere. They also mentioned that the prices were reasonable for the quality of food served.

A newspaper review from over a year ago gave Trawlers high marks for its seafood selection and preparation. The reviewer particularly enjoyed the grilled calamari and lobster bisque.

As for customer comments published online, there are mixed opinions about Trawlers. Some customers rave about the freshness of the seafood and the generous portions, while others complain about slow service or high prices.

One customer wrote: "I had an amazing meal at Trawlers! The oysters were so fresh and delicious, and my fish & chips were perfectly cooked. I will definitely be back!"

Another customer had a different experience: "I was disappointed with my meal at Trawlers. The service was slow and my fish was overcooked."

No information is available yet on reviews specifically for their fast food options.

Overall, it seems that Trawlers is a popular spot for seafood lovers in Gordon's Bay. While there may be some inconsistencies in service or pricing, many reviewers agree that the quality of food makes up for any shortcomings.

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