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Restaurant 3.4· 93 reviews R 100–200

Bow Tie Asian Restaurant

Explore Bow Tie Asian Restaurant in Knysna offering Asian cuisine with outdoor seating, delivery, and vegetarian options. Casual dining with wheelchair access.

3.4 / 5

Guest rating

93

Reviews

Restaurant

Cuisine

R 100–200

Price level

Closes at 8:30 PM

Overview

About Bow Tie Asian Restaurant

Bow Tie Asian Restaurant is located at 14 Gray St, Knysna Central, offering a casual dining experience focused on Asian flavors including Chinese, Thai, and Japanese dishes. The menu features a range of options such as small plates, vegetarian dishes, and beverages including beer and wine.

The restaurant supports various service options like dine-in, takeout, delivery, and onsite services. It is well suited for lunch or dinner visits, and solo dining is quite popular. With a seating arrangement across two levels and some outdoor seating available, guests can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere.

Accessibility is considered with a wheelchair accessible parking lot. Payment methods include credit and debit cards along with NFC mobile payments. Free parking is available both on the street and in a dedicated lot nearby.

Popular dishes include Sweet and Sour Pork, and the restaurant is known for a great tea selection. It accepts reservations, which can help with planning meal times, especially during busy periods.

Great tea selection Delivery Groups welcome Lunch & Dinner Wheelchair accessible Cards accepted Takeout available Alcohol served

Quick facts

  • 14 Gray St, Knysna Central, South Africa
  • +27 44 382 0132
  • Price range: R 100–200
  • Free parking lot and street parking
  • Dine-in, takeout, delivery
  • Accepts reservations
  • Suitable for tourists and groups
  • Vegetarian options available
Amenities & features

What's available at the restaurant

Grouped by category — each group lists what's available and what isn't at Bow Tie Asian Restaurant.

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
Hours

Opening hours

When Bow Tie Asian Restaurant is open during the week.

Closes at 8:30 PM

  • Monday 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM
  • Tuesday 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM
  • Wednesday 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM
  • Thursday 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM
  • Friday 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM
  • Saturday 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM
  • Sunday 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM
Location

Location & Nearby Places

Reviews

Reviews for Bow Tie Asian Restaurant

What recent guests say after dining at Bow Tie Asian Restaurant.

3.4/ 5

Based on 93 guest reviews

Rating distribution

5 45%
4 16%
3 5%
2 7%
1 27%

Bon Appetite

Jun 25, 2026

"No complaints about the food. We got some fried rice, miso soup and curry. Good vegetarian options and customised to some extent for the non-Chinese palette. The Shanghainese man in the hotel, presumably the owner, was aware of dietary restrictions of vegetarians and asked if egg, onion and garlic were acceptable. I am definitely going back. The restaurant is across two levels and service is efficient and quick. Oh. I forgot to add that they serve Tsingtao beer :-)."

Esther Boschung

Jun 03, 2026

"We live in Knysna and we eat there almost weekly. The food is always freshly prepared and of very good quality. The staff are incredibly friendly and they always remember exactly our preferences. We can absolutely recommend Bowtie."

Riki Bryandiscoversworld

Jun 01, 2026

"Authentic South African Chinese food . We had the sizzling beef with noodles and the sweet and sour pork with sticky egg fried rice. Both were sooo delicious. There is a large menu to choose from and they do set menus as well. Friendly and helpful staff. Lots of parking nearby."

pooh bear

May 13, 2026

"The food at this restaurant is fantastic. The service and the decor have room for improvement, and that, I imagine, is the source of low ratings this restaurant has received. In my opinion, it is severely underrated. We did not sample the sushi, and so cannot comment on its quality. However, the Chinese food is some of the best and authentic tasting my family and i have had."

Derek and Tanya Kushner

May 04, 2026

"We are leaving Knysna after being regular customers of Bowtie since the owners Daniel and Angela arrived from China in 1999.. The excellent standard of their genuine cuisine has never waned,. They take pride serving food of top quality and their desire to satisfy their clients is admirable. Bowtie is one of the highlights of the culinary cuisine of Knysna. We wish them well and continued success ."

Maddison Kayata

Apr 30, 2026

"Authentic Chinese restaurant that serves good food. I always eat here when I pass by Knysna. Waited for 10-15 minutes for my three plates of vegetarian stir fry’s and soup. Stir fry’s were slightly soggy but other than that, I’ve got no problem. Friendly owner and staffs welcomed us into the restaurant."

Kai Feuerstake

Mar 17, 2026

"A Flavorful Journey in Knysna Nestled conveniently in Gray Street, Knysna, South Africa, Bow Tie Asian offers a prime location for locals and visitors alike. With ample seating spanning two floors and limited outdoor space, the restaurant provides a comfortable dining experience. The extensive menu features dishes from Thailand, China, and Japan, including sushi, catering to a wide range of tastes. Having sampled four dishes, all were delightful. The bold seasoning added an exciting twist, although it may be too spicy for some palates. Personally, I enjoyed the flavorful experience. While the price-to-quality ratio is generally satisfactory, the duck dishes are a bit extravagant. Despite the waiter's apparent lack of familiarity with the menu, the service was friendly and attentive, suggesting a potential new addition to the team. Summary: Bow Tie Asian offers a tantalizing culinary journey through Asia, with its bold flavors and cozy ambiance making it a must-visit spot in Knysna."

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about dining at Bow Tie Asian Restaurant help visitors plan their visit comfortably.

The menu includes dishes inspired by Chinese, Thai, and Japanese cuisine, with options such as small plates, vegetarian dishes, and popular items like Sweet and Sour Pork.

Yes, Bow Tie Asian offers both takeout and delivery services alongside dine-in and onsite dining options.

Accessibility features include a wheelchair accessible parking lot and facilities designed to accommodate wheelchair users.

Reservations are accepted, which can be helpful for planning visits during busy lunch and dinner times.

Payment options include credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments for convenient transactions.

Outdoor seating is available but limited, complementing the two-level indoor dining area.

Meals generally fall within the price range of R 100 to R 200, depending on the selection.

Vegetarian dishes are offered and can accommodate different dietary preferences with some customization available.

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