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.

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.

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.

Located in an old house, perfectly positioned from the beach, Fraser’s Bistro offers an appealing choice of dishes, catering for all tastes and flavours. An expansive mixture of contemporary, classic and intercontinental flavours prepared using the freshest ingredients evident in the delicious selection of starters, salads, seafood and meat dishes. The menu boasts an interesting and varied selection, balanced well within price and flavour. Traditional curries and sensational deserts cater for heartier alternatives with chef’s specials available every week for those interested in trying something new. Enjoy dining indoors or alfresco on the sea facing terrace overlooking a secure garden, perfectly placed for kids to enjoy, allowing parents a much deserved break. Fraser’s Bistro extends a warm and welcoming ambiance, perfectly positioned and brimming with delicious food from the expansive a la carte menu.

The décor remains modern and spacious, with plenty tables laid out for comfort looking out onto the open kitchen and adjoining deli. Relax in the trendy ambiance sampling the pub/bistro cuisine offering delights such as curries with tender meat, pies with hearty fillings and succulent steaks. Try the beer battered fish and chips, noted by some as the best in town complimented by the interesting wine selections. Jardine’s is a lovely setting for relaxing and indulging in the Meander Square.

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.

Enjoy a sumptuous eggs benedict or a languorous lunch taking delight in the tranquil surrounds and bustling ambience of the Sunday market. With rustic wooden tables scattered around the open plan kitchen spilling out onto the secluded courtyard, diners can immerse the palate in comfort food prepared fresh with a modern influence. Choose hearty breakfasts ranging from granola with roast plums to eggs benedict or temptingly delicious fishcakes made with homemade mayo for lunch or a panzanella salad, sesame lentil burger, fillet, gorgonzola salad or gourmet sandwiches. The small and well-complimented wine list partners well with every meal. The Market Restaurant meets the most discerning palate with taste and variety for a truly delightful approach to comfort dining.

The Ocean Terrace is a wonderfully scenic venue for relaxed dining in luxurious surroundings at The Oyster Box Hotel. A fresh, breezy colour scheme, an all-day bistro menu and hearty breakfasts are just a few of the features that make the Ocean Terrace restaurant such a popular casual dining experience. New additions to the restaurant include a wood-fired pizza oven and two tandoori ovens, further expanding what is on offer. A patio and a pool deck offer perfect spots for sundowners with friends while enjoying the array of cross-cultural cuisine from the carefully designed, ethnically-inspired menus. While away some quality time in comfortable luxury at the Ocean Terrace restaurant.

Snap Wine Bar and Café wets the appetite with exceptional wines, sumptuous cuisine and moderate prices. Peruse the extensive menu sampling hearty soups, crispy salads, plump seafood dishes, succulent steaks and satisfying burgers with pasta dishes and freshly baked baguettes dressed in voluptuous fillings. Enjoy a culinary vineyard journey at this trendy wine bar in Marriot Road for an enjoyable fusion of bistro and wine.

This trendy Indian Bistro captures the flavours and cultures of an authentic cuisine complimented by beautiful setting and classy service. A hip and happening restaurant in Berea with numerous awards won for Durban’s best bunny chow, Taste of India transports the senses to a world of exotic spices and vibrant colours. From traditional dishes to steaming curries and most noted Durban bunny chows visit Taste of India in Florida Road, Durban.

Sample an array of attractive delights with a touch of Indian influence. The Coral Tree boasts bistro style food with a special take on the famous Durban curry. The casual ambiance unwinds the soul, inviting relaxation complimented by spread of organic specials and lifestyle food to nourish the body and mind. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, The Coral Tree compliments any occasion with delicious cuisine and scenic surrounds.

Zest Restaurant delights the palate with fresh seasonal produce and ingredients enrobed into daily specials and signature dishes. Funky and comfortable, diners can enjoy casual dining, lunches and special occasions in a contemporary setting complimented by an ever-changing menu and exceptional wine list.