KwaZulu-Natal 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.

As one of the oldest restaurants on the North Coast, Al Pescatore’s unwavering popularity is a testament to the wealth of experience behind the team at this beautifully situated dining venue. With delicious Meditteranean and seafood on offer plus daily specials, diners can be assured of a superb culinary experience and excellent service along with it. A wooden deck outside provides patrons with stunning views of the Indian ocean and the perfect accompaniment to a meal.

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 simple little coffee shop lures the palate with the delicious aroma of freshly baked delight and hearty country cooking. Set in a beautiful location, Aladdin’s de Light entices shopping and eating in one swoop with offerings of arts and crafts and delicious meals. Browse the local stores before settling down for a relaxing meal at Aladdin’s de Light in Midlands Meander.

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.

Enjoy seductive cocktails a selection of delicious tapas, grills and gourmet pizza at Ayoba Restaurant in Zimbali. Dine amidst a stunning beach setting warmed by the lingering aroma of wood fired pizza and the salty Indian Ocean. Ayoba Restaurant caters for a relaxed and informal meal, flanked by expansive views and is open Thursday to Sunday.

Cradled in the scenic beachside resort of Ballito, Azura Restaurant refreshes the palate with cooling cocktails, romantic dinners and alfresco lunches flanked by ocean views and trailing sunsets. Enjoy an array of dishes ranging from Mediterranean style fare to succulent steaks and Portuguese style chicken. The comprehensive menu boasts delicious grilled steaks, succulent prawns, tender calamari, peri-peri chicken, fresh and delicious seafood dishes as well as combos. Dine alfresco on the wooden deck or by candlelight under a blanket of stars, Azura Restaurant swaddles the palate with a taste of the ocean touched by the murmur of contented chatter.

Baobab Bistro is a small owner run restaurant and bar, special because its the ONLY place you can get a bite to eat after 9pm in Port Edward. The menu is small but yummy, they bake their own bread (including rye) from old fashioned stone ground flour, serve espresso and cappuccino, and buy most of their ingredients from the local farmers, or grow some themselves to ensure healthy, hearty meals which are organic, fresh and carbon neutral as far as possible.

Located on the rolling foothills overlooking Port Edward, Beaver Creek Coffee Estate wraps the palate in silky smooth fine coffees, light lunches and delicious cakes. Using only the highest quality beans, grown locally and noted as some of the world’s finest coffee, coffee lovers indulge in the unique blend of quality beans from crop to cup.

Prepared using the freshest ingredients, herbs and spices, Beira Alta pampers the palate with family tradition of cooking, passed down from generation to generation. Located in the scenic coastal town of Ballito, this elegant and sophisticated restaurant delights with delectable Portuguese cuisine, embracing Continental and African influences. Enjoy a relaxed and tantalising meal soothed by the drifting sounds of smooth jazz and a romantic ambiance. Indulge in a variety of flavours and tastes starting with succulent prawns smothered in a melange of spices, olive oil, lemon juice and garlic and if red meat takes your palate, try the flame-grilled chicken and platters layered with scrumptious pan-fried prawns. Beira Alta Restaurant cooks from the heart and their passion for food will reunite a love affair with decadent Portuguese cooking and rich aromatic wines, for a sensational dining experience.

Nestled in the heart of the Midlands Meander, with roaring winter log fires and an evening country ambiance is a place known for delicious food. Bierfassl Restaurant and Pub dapples in Austrian and German influence with plenty pub grub to fill the belly and traditional dishes to indulge the senses. Light lunches range from spinach and feta pancakes to sauerkraut balls, with plenty beer all way round. Dine in the character-laden dining room or on the shady veranda.

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.

Tucked away in Bergville, Northern Drakensberg, with views of beautiful gardens and the swimming pool is a local hotspot brimming with flavour. The stylish and cosy décor make an ideal setting for relaxing and unwinding, either around the pool or in the lapa. Dine inside or within the boma feasting on contemporary and African dishes prepared using the finest fresh produce and meticulous attention to detail. The a la Carte menu offers wood-fired pizzas alongside tempting light lunches with a wide variety of dishes to suit the mood. Relax and indulge at this social hotspot in Bergville and discover the secret of local food lovers.

This poolside burger bar, located inside the opulent Zimbali Coastal Resort, invites causal dining in relaxed surrounds. The menu boasts a fine selection of gourmet burgers with a twist and various light meals. Tables scattered around the poolside provide a refreshing alternative to dining indoors. Bite Restaurant is ideal for causal lunches and family get-togethers.

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.

Dine in tranquil surroundings on healthy contemporary dishes prepared using local fresh produce and ingredients, according to the seasons. Health conscious can relax knowing they are in good hands as all dishes lean towards nourishing the body. Browse the local shops before settling down for a nice cup of coffee or healthy meal at Blueberry Hill.

Securing a notarised chef and decadent cuisine, Broomers Restaurant wraps the palate in fusion dining with a hint of modern British, classical French and South African twist. Headed by resident chef Michiel Van Beda, diners are transported on a culinary journey through classic fare paired with excellent selections of home-grown South African wines. Serving lunch and dinner, Broomers Restaurant seduces with hearty portions of sirloin steak served with fried egg and chips or a roast lamb salad layered with olives, feta and green pepper. Vegetarians can opt for the crispy spinach-gnocchi tossed with salad and butternut cubes on butternut purée with a creamy tomato sauce. The line fish dressed in balsamic garlic green beans, potato rösti and a creamy sundried tomato sauce is a must for fish lovers followed by the decadent baked camembert or brie with poached fruit and spiced white wine sauces. Broomers Restaurant invites patrons to enjoy a fusion dining experience over lunch or dinner for an out of this world dining experience.

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.

Located along Nottingham Road in the Midlands Meander, Café Bloom welcomes with a shabby country chic feel dressed in old wooden furniture and comfy couches. The veranda overlooking the gardens makes an ideal spot for coffee and delicious homemade cake while the children play. Indulge in seasonal homemade leek, parsnip and parsley soup, designer Camembert salads, savoury muffins and heavenly cheesecake.

Located inside the trendy village boutique, this coffee shops exudes a warm, welcoming ambiance pampered by sublime chocolate brownies and interesting menu. Delight in light and healthy meals, teas and aromatic coffees or wind down with a glass of fine wine accompanied by freshly prepared food in a home from home setting. Browse the fashionable range of casual wear, local art and gifts for an added bit of retail therapy at Café Du Soleil in Ballito.

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.

Housed inside a quaint stone villa with sweeping views of the Mpenjoti Lagoon, Casa Toscana Ristorante charms with fresh enticing dishes that inspire classic cooking techniques and high quality ingredients. The extensive menu boasts mouth-watering dishes with a large selection of daily spreads. Options range from Porchetta - a pork roast flavoured with fennel flowers and garlic, or a choice of succulent fillets. Pappardelle ai Porcini delights with pasta ribbons served with porcini mushrooms, garlic, parsley and parmesan shavings, and the Cappellacci di Zucca boasts delicate, butternut-filled parcels served in a burnt butter and sage sauce. For desert, the grand finale Bongo - a pyramid of éclair balls, filled with crème anglaise, and drizzled with rich, dark chocolate ganache, or traditional moist Tiramisú made with mascarpone, coffee, and dark chocolate shavings. Casa Toscana Ristorante offers outstanding food in a relaxed and warm setting that embodies the heart and passion of Italian cooking on an idyllic banana farm in Trafalgar.

Housed in a sandstone building with a huge veranda, this eatery boasts locally caught Trout and locally inspired dishes. The dining room bursts at the seam with ambiance and the lingering aroma of freshly cooked dishes that wet the appetite. Try the locally caught Trout with hollandaise sauce and fresh fennel, or the Pint o’ Prawns which remains a firm favourite with regulars. Toss back a chilled beetroot and vodka shooter then move onto the award winning wine cellar.

This stylish seafood restaurant exudes a chilled beach attitude with tables spilling out onto the covered thatched terrace and sunny deck overlooking the golden beach and shimmering Indian Ocean. A bustling and vibrant restaurant in season and out with a cosy bar perfect for sundowners and dining suited for romantic dinners and family lunches. The menu indulges with traditional fare and boasts the Flying Dutchman Potjie - medley of seafood in a creamy garlic and parsley sauce served in a truly South African way. C-Bali is the perfect companion to sundowners, romantic dinners, languid lunches and scenic vistas stretching as far at the eye can see.

Chandlers Sports Bar and Restaurant sports a casual ambience welcomed by warm faces and friendly smiles with traditional pub grub gracing the menu. With a small menu, options range from sandwiches to sumptuous steak, egg and chips complimented by a delightful selection of beers and wines. Chandlers Sports Bar and Restaurant is the place to meet and share good times in the company of warm faces.

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.

This concept embraces food for thought; a culinary education through inspiration. Sample an array of gastronomic masterpieces, created at the hand of resident chefs. Through the process of observation, taste and discussion, guests enjoy a casual chat and hands on approach through glass windows with the opportunity to chat and discuss the magic of their culinary creativity. Dine with friends sampling the decadent tasting menu and well paired wines in the kitchen of the chef at the Chef’s Table, Ballito.

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.

A treasure trove of delectable goods and gifts, Cinnamon and Silk Trading invites leisurely lunches filled with a delicious assortment of cakes and light meals. Browse the exquisite selection of décor and gifts before settling down with a wintery warm homemade soup and crusty bread followed by a delicious Lilly coffee and hot cinnamon roll covered in custard. If the palate calls for something cooler, try the milkshakes, iced tea, fruit juice or old fashioned lemonade and cinnamon cola. This coffee and décor shop provides the perfect balance of shopping and indulging in Ballito’s Lifestyle Centre.

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.