Durban Restaurants

Experience the warmth of a traditional Bistro with a modern, upmarket twist at 3 Chefs Bistro.Delectable dishes and impeccable hospitality await you at this popular first floor venue. The large curved glass windows allow for views over the hustle and bustle of lively Gateway and Umhlanga Ridge.Modern furnishings and designs contrast perfectly with classical music and create a unique ambience, putting diners completely at ease. This is further enhanced by the flawless service from a dedicated team on the restaurant floor and behind the scenes.The food is exquisite, with many options that come in a trio to pay homage to the three chefs of its namesake.Superb cuisine, warm service and an all round great time await you at 3 Chefs Bistro.

This vibrant Afro setting invites a welcoming African hospitality infused with tastes from around the globe enrobed in ethic murals and plush seating. With over 100 dishes from Africa, Middle East and Asia to choose from including a large selection of starters and salads, diners can immerse the palate in global cuisine with tantalising creations of oxtail, samp and beans, stir-fries, Moroccan pitas and traditional Durban curries. Boasting over 12 different ice creams and array of cold deserts, A2A is a culinary dream garnished with seven island buffet stations including a complimentary bottomless soda fountain to cool off the palate. This delicious buffet feast embraces a fresh and quality approach to dining with exceptional value for money for the whole family.

Exuding a tropical ambience, African Peninsula Restaurant refreshes the senses with exotic décor and well-presented dishes served over banana leaf dressed tables and crisp white linens. For starters try plump mussels in cream white wine sauce followed by 220g grilled lamb chops, cooked to perfection in spiced garlic, herbs and chillies or the grilled line fish of the day, succulently cooked in warming spices served on a bed of fragrant rice in lemon garlic butter. Round off a perfectly satisfying meal with a decadent tipsy malva pudding desert and silky coffee or cooling don pedro. African Peninsula is located perfectly along the shores of the Indian Ocean for a relaxing languid lunch or romantic shore break dinner under the star lit sky.

For tasty Italian food, superb views and impeccable service, AL63 is a great option.A thoughtfully put together wine list includes Italian as well as local wine and also a few champagne options for that special occasion.Friendly staff know the offerings through and through and are on hand to offer advice on your selection.Beautiful sea views enhance the dining experience with an al fresco dining option as well as indoor seating when the weather is less favourable.Jazz lovers will adore the regular jazz evenings and there are also wine dinners held frequently.For simple elegance in a dining experience, try AL63.

This culinary journey onboard Allen Gardiner Harbour Cruise Restaurant offers a different and exciting fine dining experience. Sailing all year round and within the scenic and tranquil waters of Durban Harbour, diners experience a spacious and elegant dining saloon, flanked by scenic ocean vistas and marine wildlife. Serving freshly prepared fine foods for breakfast, lunch, dinner and champagne sunset; the menu extends varied choices and dining styles. Choose from the American-style brunch – This 2 1/5 hour 3-course American style brunch cruise welcomes aboard with a glass of fresh orange juice, and 3-course brunch complete with a full English breakfast, hash brown potatoes, hot muffins, apple pie and cream. The a la carte lunch and candlelit dinner cruises from 12noon to 3.00pm. The Dinner cruise is from 7pm to 10pm. The fork lunch and dinner is a three hour cruise, during which a two course meal is served, with choices from the a la carte menu suitable for eating with just a fork. Finally the champagne sunset welcomes aboard with a glass of champagne, and a fully-stocked bar. Throughout the course of the cruise the galley crew serve trays of hot and cold canapés. The Allen Gardiner Harbour Cruise Restaurant offers diners the chance to explore the scenic surrounds of Durban harbour while tantalising the taste buds with decadent fare.

This fine bistro restaurant boasts rare classic dishes reflecting various influences from around the globe. Gracing an elegant ambience bursting with a fusion of flavours, Aubergine and Andreotti’s offer bistro dining at its best. The décor embraces a contemporary setting perfect for languid lunches and decadently elegant dinners.

With succulent speciality burgers and a tasty menu complimented by exotic classic drinks, Billy the Bums offers sophisticated ambience influenced by American culinary delights. With a comfortably stylish setting and pleasant outdoor and indoor dining, Billy the Bums is a fun and intriguing place to enjoy Monday burger and beer nights or seductive exotic cocktails from the comprehensive menu. Billy the Bums hosts a sexy and trendy approach to dining and drinking located in the popular Berea in Windermere Road.

Blockmans Grill and Bar, situated in Glenashley, offers a casual yet elegant dining experience. Our restaurant and bar menus offer a fine range of meat, chicken and seafood dishes. With our bar menu ranging up to R65 and our restaurant menu up to R120, we are competitively priced with quality and excellent service to match. Our modern bar fitted with three big screen TVs and outer veranda offers 180-degree sea and city vistas that are unrivalled anywhere in Durban. Menu items such as Portuguese Peri-Peri Chicken, Prawn and Chicken Combos and Matured T-Bone Steak are proving to be extremely popular with our fast expanding customer base. Our rump, sirloin, rib-eye and fillet steaks are cut in-house ensuring premium, matured quality. Visit us for a refreshingly new gastronomical outing and tell us what you think.

This family run restaurant offers superb service and fantastic food in the heart of Glenwood on the bustling Davenport square. Passionate about food and people, Blue Square Restaurant indulges the palate with the highest quality ingredients and made to order meals that take a little more time to prepare but ensuresa meal that is fresh and hearty. Blue Square Restaurant depicts the coolness of the ocean in their interior complimented by warm welcoming hospitality.

Nestled amongst the splendid tranquil grounds of Mitchell Park, Blue Zoo Restaurant in Morningside boasts a dainty little restaurant that spills out onto voluptuous grounds perfect for relaxing or indulging in Sunday afternoon tea. With indoor and outdoor seating and a simple menu that serves traditional Durban / English fare, diners can enjoy a variety of salads, soups and heart-warming meals such as lamb shank and succulent steaks. With weekly live music hosted on the scenic grounds, The Blue Zoo Restaurant is the place to indulge in simple fare and tranquil surrounds.

Located at the heart of Durban harbour’s industrial area is Bud’s on the Bay. A laid-back dockside diner that embraces a rustic feel and welcoming warmth. Here friends can reconnect sharing Vietnamese infusions over balmy summer lunches and tall stories. Bud’s on the Bay indulges the simple pleasures of life - eating and sharing and appreciating the slower pace of life with simple tasty infusions that lie at the heart of social eating.

Awarded 2010 Platinum Diners Club Wine List Award, Café 1999 captures palates on a journey of taste sensations for a unique experience at a vibrant and buzzing cafe-style restaurant. A simple but trendy interior complements the energetic ambience in this popular venue, frequented by everyone from the young and carefree to business people. With portions of delectable dishes specifically designed to be shared and passed around the table, diners can explore and tantalise the taste buds with small tasty portions and handpicked wines purposefully chosen to compliment each meal. A trendy, vibrant and buzzing dining experience awaits you at the unique Cafe 1999.

Delight the senses with hearty aromatic spices and subtle 100% Arabica coffee beans complimented by a healthy breakfast for a perfect start to the morning. Housed along the best spot on Durban’s Golden Mile, Café Jiran offers silky high quality coffees and fruity smoothies alongside a 4pm to closing Bistro menu. Voted one of the best cafes in Durban, Café Jiran can be found in the foyer of the Bellaire Suites Hotel. Follow the aromatic aromas of high quality, delicious rich espresso drinks and tantalise the palate with well-presented food with contradictory tastes. Using fresh, local and organic where possible, meals are low in fat and sugar and juices come straight from the pulp, fresh and seasonal. Enjoy a variety of world-selected coffees that are 100% Arabica beans. Café Jiran indulges the senses with languid lunches and elegant dinners in a stylish a chic boutique setting coupled with excellent service and superb coffee.

Situated on the sea-facing wing of the Suncoast Casino, hugging the golden shoreline of the Indian Ocean, Café Vacca Matta boasts stylish ambience and fine dining wrapped in delicious Mediterranean flavours. Dine within the indoor stylish ambience or alfresco, enjoying breathtaking views on the terrace sipping cocktails. Boasting mouth-watering signature dishes and extensive range of both local and imported wines, Café Vacca Matta will capture the palate with a distinctive setting and cuisine for a delightful cosmopolitan dining experience.

With wonderful views and a setting inspired by sailors at sea, Charlie Crofts Dockside Diner warms the palate with a pub atmosphere and salty sea air. Dine alfresco on the large balcony by lingering daylight or romance the night away with the gentle flickering of candlelight and lapping shores. Charlie Crofts Diner captures simple ocean dining in a rustic setting reminiscent of sea faring days.

Specializing in Thai, this cosy and small restaurant serves an extensive array of chicken, beef, fish and vegetable dishes typically infused with traditional Thai aromas and spices. Enjoy distinct Thai flavours and atmosphere at Chock Dee.

Banished plastics, water served in distinctive glass bottles, linen serviettes, worm farms and the best local organic ingredients farmed locally, organically. The menu is short, seasonal and simple yet layered with taste and presentation. Unforgettable sumptuous organic breakfasts, fresh hearty soups, crispy sexy salads and decadent sandwiches spill off the menu. There are plenty vegetarian options and homemade deserts that seduce your palate. Dine al fresco in the enclosed courtyard after browsing the funky clothing store nearby. With a fresh menu prepared every few week according to seasonal produce and the feel good factor of reduced carbon footprint, Corner Café embraces the new eco dining trend with style and taste.

Touched by a neutral palate reflected in glass covered walls and champagne hued décor, CZAR Restaurant embraces opulent relaxation complimented by low slung leather couches. Serving a variety of tapas, sushi and Asian cuisine, the restaurant entices the palate and senses with decadence set amongst a courtyard cradled by trees and low strung fairly lights for a truly magical dining experience. Discover temptations ranging from sushi, perfectly cooked tempura whole baby squid, dim sum touched with an elegant Eastern influence and classic twist. For main course, try peppered fillet with a red-wine sauce, tarragon butter and fries complimented by a glass of well-paired wine. CZAR Restaurant soaks up the hip and happening crowds cooled by a contemporary feel for a touch of elegant glamour.

A small family run restaurant, Delfi cradles the palate with authentic Greek delights spilling off a simple menu. This unassuming restaurant wraps you up in a cosy and friendly setting delighting the taste buds with home-cooked creations. With a great meze selection and traditional menu, diners can immerse themselves in an array of deep-fried squid heads with garlicky skordalia, spicy Greek sausage flamed in ouzo or sardines with plenty of lemon. Mains include a good lamb shank and to die for stuffed tomatoes or imam. Dine and celebrate the Greek way with traditional Greek dancing and plate breaking concluding a perfect meal at Delfi restaurant in Morningside.

Deluxe Burger Bar in Glenwood peruses an industrial look softened by opulent Nguni skin ottomans in this trendy Glenwood restaurant. Noted as some of the best burgers in Durban, these designer burgers come with innovative toppings such as mango salsa, beetroot and red bean to mention a few. Deluxe Burger Bar serves well-groomed, voluptuous designer burgers for those who like their fast food hip and trendy with an added bit of zing.

Boasting signature dishes brimming with flavour and colour, the prime competition being curries, El-Arish Restaurant invites diners to explore their extensive selection of starters, salads, seafood, curries and pastas. With great food created using only the freshest ingredient spilling off the Ala Carte menu and a small private dining area, diners can indulge in intimate privacy. El-Arish Restaurant is perfect for family dining and corporate function with an extensive selection of food complimented by an elegant setting.

Perched on the rocky shores of the Indian Ocean situated over the pool terrace, Elements Café Bar oozes and eclectic mix of aluminium, marble mosaic and eye-catching chandeliers dressed with comfy couches and stylish chairs. With large sliding doors that open out on the panoramic views of the Indian Ocean boasting an array of gourmet sandwiches, sumptuous salads such as smoked marlin & artichokes, potted goats cheese and crusty breads alongside an extensive wine list. The Elements Café Bar is an ideal setting for any occasion and a great place to connect with friends enjoying a glass of wine or frothy cappuccino while idling the day away watching dolphins frolicking at play.

Immerse the taste buds in delicate infusions and spices enhanced by lingering aromas and beautiful draped fabrics dimly lit by Moroccan lanterns. Bold luxurious colours wrapped around bare metals and golden hues of orange and red enrobed in a tapestry of colours awaits you, pampered by floral and rose petals strewn on floors to welcome your arrival. Sumptuous authentic Moroccan cuisine spills off the menu enticed by layers of traditional pleasures and aromatic Hookah pipes. Discover exotic and indulging pleasures at this Fabulous Moroccan Restaurant for a truly unforgettable dining experience.

Simple honest food complimented by bustling ambience and simple décor. Traditional Portuguese dishes spill off the menu basted and dressed in spicy aromatic flavours and the secret unrivalled peri peri sauce. Entice and explore the House Specialities of chicken liver, grilled, then sautéed with wine, garlic and peri-peri or chouriço (traditional Portuguese sausage) or Prawn Boca - prawn tails, grilled with garlic and herb butter, to mention a few. The main course features LM prawns, grilled with lemon and garlic butter sauce with optional peri-peri or grilled LM chicken Meat eaters are well catered for delighting with 300g matured rumps, served with a wine, garlic and peri-peri sauce topped with eggs with fresh seafood options of Kingklip and Sole, grilled with a lemon and garlic butter sauce. Gaby’s Tasca caters for a well-rounded flavour bursting experience welcomed by traditional Portuguese hospitality and intoxicating per peri recipes

Exuding glamorous décor warmed by wooden floors, chic chandeliers and a cosy winter fire place, Giorgio’s at The View pampers the palate with a tasty and unique dining experience. Enjoy breathtaking sea views infused with refined classical dishes that embrace innovation. Giorgio’s offers breakfast and dinner with a relaxed smart/causal ambiance and a memorable dining experience in a unique setting.

Dressed in bold statement colours and vibrant atmosphere warmed by dark wood and clean lines, Green Mango tantalises the palate with delicious fresh sushi and Japanese cuisine. This modern sushi establishment is a popular haunt with locals and is often vibey and bustling. Diners can tickle the taste buds with delectable sushi and Japanese fare indoors or alfresco.

Nestled between two elegant parks complimented by two dining rooms, terrace and open-air cigar/cocktail lounge, Harvey’s soothes the senses with padded velvet walls, gold ceilings and unique oil paintings. This award-winning restaurant is housed inside a landmark building with reputation as a nationally known institution. The menu changes every six weeks allowing for a fun and vibrant dining experience. Peruse the menu while relaxing in the plush dining area or open-air cigar/cocktail lounge. Harvey’s Restaurant will immerse the palate on a culinary journey seduced by every mouthful.

Head Office Pub and Grill is a family restaurant and pub situated within the main terminal building of Virginia Airport which is an airport for small airplanes and private jets. We serve breakfast, lunch and dinner from a simple, inexpensive menu with all the popular dishes being very much our specialty. Try our homemade pie with gravy and chips, steak with egg and chips, fish and chips, pizzas or bangers and mash. Milkshakes are also available for the little ones. So come relax, have a meal and/or a drink and watch the aeroplanes and helicopters landing and taking off.

Known as one of the most reputed Indian Restaurant in South Africa boasting several awards and exceptional service, Jewel of India transport the palate on a journey of exotic spices and colours. Experience variety and tastes layered in textures and aromas mopped up with warm buttery naans. The décor wraps around mahogany floors and crisp white linen table clothes heightened by contrasting walls and jewelled artefacts from the shores of India. Catering for all palates with options of Halaal, vegetarian and seafood, patrons can indulge the colourful cuisine and cultural heritage warmed by traditional Indian hospitality.

Joel Cools in situated in the heart of Durban along the golden shores of the Indian Ocean and bustling beachfront. Oozing casual pub dining with breezy shades from the midday heat, patrons can dine and wine on the upper or lower decks at this trendy eatery. From burgers, pizzas to voluptuous sandwiches and baskets, Joe Cools provides the perfect pub dining experience along Durban beachfront for a relaxed lunch and scenic setting.

A steak lovers paradise Joops place is situated off the beaten track located within the trendy Morningside. Brimming with a warm and welcoming ambience, this bustling family run restaurant services up mature cuts of prime beef cooked to perfection and drenched in some of Joops best kept secret sauces. Take delight in a heavenly centre cut super grade fillet, stuffed with pineapple and cheddar cheese, cooked to crisp perfection, finished with button mushrooms and flambéed with brandy. In addition to the steak, Joops Place serves tender and succulent chicken breasts sautéed with bacon, onion and tomato, simmered with sage and rosemary or chicken schnitzel, plain or topped with a zesty cheese and mushroom sauce. For those looking for something a little different, try the oxtail casserole in a rich brown gravy, lamb curry, chicken and prawn curry or veal schnitzel Joops place is renowned for some of the best steaks in the world coupled with a bustling ambience and great hospitality, Joops Place offers your palate a heavenly night out.

Julio’s Continental Restaurant serves generous portions of continental cuisine with a Portuguese influence in a simple and quaint restaurant synonymous with locals. With outdoor seating and enclosed bar, patrons can relax enjoying tasty food at reasonable prices. Julio’s Continental Restaurant embraces the Glenwood scene with amazing food at reasonable prices giving locals and visitors the time to catch up with friends enjoying the company of good food and laughter.

Kalimambo Organic Restaurant is the perfect place for idling the day away, browsing through the onsite art display shop before tickling the taste buds with freshly prepared seasonal fruit juices and smoothies. Peruse the extensive menu exploring simple hearty bacon and eggs or indulge in stuffed rack of lamb or succulent fresh Thai fish burgers. Kalimambo Organic Restaurant entices fresh, seasonal and locally produced organic fare, decadently prepared for a sumptuously fulfilling dining experience.

Pampered decor compliments intimate lunches and dinners flattered by an array of delectable stylish cuisine. Dine in the vaulted conservatory style restaurant or alfresco in the quaint courtyard exploring the intoxicating Ala Carte menu. Take pleasure in the char grilled fillet of beef medallions on sweetcorn potato cake and roasted cherry tomatoes served with a mustard seed butter cream or the aromatic duck simmered in a star anise, cinnamon and gingered infused court bouillon then oven glazed with a basting of hoisin and soy sauces served on a vegetable brioche. La Brassiere at Quarters Hotel reflects a bygone era restored to its former glory boasting stylish cuisine and intimating settings. Awarded Durban’s best traditional restaurant by KZN Tourism, La Brassiere invokes moments of indulgent pleasure for a memorable dining experience.

Serving traditional Italian fare in an elegant setting, La Strada Ristorante is the perfect venue for intimate lunches or alfresco dining. The menu boasts extensive Italian food combined with quality local and imported ingredients. Pastas are handmade on the premises with pizzas known as the best in Durban. Boasting a traditional mosaic tiled wood-fired pizza-burning oven using old age Italian techniques, pizzas cook to crispy-layered perfection. Venture off with a daring combination or stay safe with a traditional quattro stagioni or branch out and try one of the unusual gourmet pizzas. For carnivores, there are aged steaks and a wide variety of fish and chicken dishes. La Strada Ristorante embraces Italy with rustic elegance and warms the palate with hearty Italian fare.

Le Troquet entices with archways and exposed beams dressed in elegant drapes and soft orange hues against a caramel palate. The simple menu exudes authentic French cuisine complimented by excellent service and warm atmosphere. Take delight in the wild mushroom pancake or seafood pancake filled with fresh mussels, shrimps and mushrooms in a white wine sauce. For meat lovers try the two fillet mignons flamed with brandy served with green peppercorn sauce or the rabbit, cooked in cream and mustard - a favourite selection of many faithful clienteles. Formal yet affordable, Le Troquet uses the best and freshest ingredients with daily specials and extensive wine list. Noted as a national treasure in Westville, Le Troquet will tickle the palate with fresh classic cuisine at the Village Market in Westville.

Tucked away in Glen Ore Centre in Glen Ashley, Livingston’s Gastro pub cradles the palate with decently flavourful food bursting with colour and display. The décor touches on quite sophistication on a palate of grey and slate heightened by floor to ceiling windows and bold leather corner banquets. Exposed brick and low hung bold red industrial lighting warmed by caramel wooden flooring stretches across to a large fully stocked bar. Blackboards highlight local wines, beers and cocktails selections complimented by gastronomic delights spilling off the menu.

Enjoy the fiery famous Piavilla pizza topped with bolognaise, chilli and mozzarella or the temptingly decadent brie and cranberry. With an extensive menu boasting starters, salads, pastas and mains, Luna Blu Gourmet Pizza Company fulfils a loyal following with their gourmet pizza in a box.

Serving delectable Italian food coloured by traditional murals of Italy and large imported tins of plum tomatoes, Mamma Luciana’s wonderfully warm aroma infuses the senses with heartwarming meals. Unpretentious and vibrant, this restaurant fills the belly with good food, wine and laughter soothed by Eros Ramazzotti drifting in the background. Authentic Italian décor wrapped in warm colours and vibrant chequered white and red tablecloths envelop the floor and walls while diners laugh and indulge in delicious hearty portions of true Italian food. Mamma Luciana’s Trattoria captures the essence and passion of true Italian cuisine along the bustling streets of vibey Florida Road.

Fresh local ingredients grace the palate with emphasis on heart-warming food for the soul. Generous portions extend the dining experience complimented by well-partnered wines and excellent service. Try the deceptive simplicity of penne with baby peas, smoked ham, mint and rocket in a cream and parmesan sauce or the brinjal three ways starter. Marco Paulo tempts the palate with sophisticated simplicity for a truly memorable dining experience.