Experience Buccaneers
Buccaneers has stood proudly on East London’s iconic coastline — a true seaside landmark overlooking the Indian Ocean. From day one, our mission has been simple: to be “The Place You Want To Be.” What started as a relaxed beachfront restaurant has evolved into one of South Africa’s most recognisable coastal venues — without ever losing the original Buccs spirit that locals fell in love with.
By day, Buccaneers is a laid-back escape: cold draughts, great food, friendly faces, and ocean breezes rolling in across our famous deck. It’s where lunches turn into sundowners, where friends link up, where families relax, and where visitors discover why Buccaneers is woven into the story of East London life.
By night, we shift gears. The lights come on, the energy rises, and Buccaneers becomes the heartbeat of the Esplanade. From unforgettable parties and top DJs to live performances and the biggest sporting moments on our big screens, we’ve hosted generations of memories — and we’re still just getting started.
Whether it’s a birthday, a reunion, a function, or the weekend you’ll never forget… it happens here. For over three decades, Buccaneers has remained a well-oiled, proudly local institution — a place that brings people together, celebrates our coastline, and backs our boys through every season. And as we continue to evolve, one thing will never change: we’re still the place you want to be.