KwaZulu-Natal Restaurants

For perfect pizza, you can be assured a satisfying time at Al Firenze. An unpretentious eatery with a warm and welcoming ambience, diners can enjoy the simple and tasty dishes in the homely outside area overlooking the car park, or inside in the quirky surrounds. A superb place to bring the whole family, give Al Firenze a go.

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.

Years of experience make this friendly eatery a great place for traditional Italian food. The finest Italian herbs are used to create the tastiest dishes care of the passionate and dedicated team behind the scenes. Popular options are the Calamari Siciliani starter and the baby Peri Peri Chicken. A relaxed atmosphere along with delicious food and beautiful views ensures that a visit to this vibrant restaurant will be a most enjoyable one.

Run by an Italian family who know what they are doing when it comes to superb Mediterranean cuisine, Bel Punto dishes make use of only the freshest ingredients and incorporate all the flavours of Italy. Specialising in seafood, steaks, poultry and Italian flair, Bel Punto evokes the pleasure of relaxed dining bursting with textures and flavours. For starters try the Calamari Ripieni - calamari tubes stuffed with spinach and ricotta cheese, smothered with Italian tomato, chilli and mozzarella, baked in the wood fire oven. Explore mains of Anatra alla Griglia (When available) - seared duck breast marinated in orange, lemon and sherry and honey before indulging in Ciliege – a cherry flambé bursting with cherries flamed in brandy and served with vanilla ice cream. Visit Bel Punto for a heavenly experience lingering the day away with great food and stunning views.

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.

This Italian restaurant offers home-style cooking and hearty portions of decadent Italy. The lingering aroma of pizzas baked to perfection in the wood fired oven compliment the vibrant Italian ambiance. The a la carte menu caters for hearty appetites with generous portions of pasta, seafood and meat. Signature dishes such as the Trippa alla Florentina, a delicious vegetable and tripe stew, as well as the slow roasted lamb shanks flavoured with rosemary and red wine take the spotlight. Pop into La Capannina for a welcoming smile and satisfying slice of Italy for a memorable dining experience.

This little slice of Italy with its brushed terracotta walls and brick face walls enrobes a warm cosy setting reminiscent of a by gone era of timeless Italian dining. Serving everything from pizzas and pastas to seafood, grills and fresh poultry renowned for excellent lamb shanks, quails, juicy grilled prawns, calamari and mussels, La Casa Nostra pampers the palate with hearty Italian food. Enjoy traditional dishes like home-made gnocchi and lasagne which are old favourites not forgetting the exciting new dishes that keep popping up to tantalise the taste buds. Round off the meal with decadent moist homemade tiramisu followed by a silky espresso or homemade limoncella for a hearty satisfying meal.

Located in the pulse of Ballito’s lively hotspots, La Flamma Italian Grill embraces the beauty and natural setting of the eco forest flanked by a shimmering backdrop of the Indian Ocean. Housed inside the exclusive Coco De Mer Hotel, this eatery draws inspiration from classic Italian dishes thoughtfully presented on the well orchestrated menu. Exuding a vibrant and intimate experience complimented by friendly welcomes and exceptional dishes, La Flamma Italian Grill invites understated dining at its best. Savour authentic Tuscan flavours perfectly paired with cellar wines and classic cooking techniques. Dine alfresco amidst the beauty and splendour of Mother Nature, or indoors, enrobed by a modern, intimate setting. La Flamma Italian Grill inspires the return of classic Italian cuisine, perfectly balanced with distinct style and exceptional service.

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.

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.

Dressed in classic elegance, the dining room calms the senses with neutral colours and contrasting dark wooden furniture with view of the well-stocked wine cellar. Freshly prepared dishes burst with local ingredients and herbs fresh from the garden. The menu boasts fine seafood and interesting starters with a good selection of main dishes and deserts. Dining at Moorcroft Manor is an unforgettable experience in Southern Drakensberg.

Located in Roberts Street, Pesto depicts nostalgic scenes of Italy. Red satin underpants and tea towels hang in captured elegance, flapping in the Italian breeze over the bustling and chatter of cobbled alleyways. This impressive yet unpretentious eatery boasts Italian dishes that brim with taste and flavour. From pizzas, pastas and steaks over lunch or dinner to decadent deserts and flowing wine served in original ceramic containers. Pesto is a little slice of Italy in Roberts Road, Pietermaritzburg.

Piatto Restaurant Grill welcomes with trendy and comfortable surrounds and modern styled interior that embraces the art of Mediterranean living. The menu entices with delicious Italian pasta dishes, authentic Portuguese cooking with a nostalgic hint of traditional LM flavour, Greek Moussaka and Lamb, tender, loose on the bone and seasoned with spices and wine. Enjoy the best of traditional Italian, Greek and Portuguese cuisine in the heart of the Garden Food Court.

Situated on the 32nd floor 105 metres above sea level is Roma Revolving Restaurant. A mesmerising dining experience enchanted by the setting sun and dimly lit hues of Durban city at night. Boasting superb Italian cuisine and Continental dishes including seafood and game, Roma relaxes the senses with delightful cuisine in an elegant atmosphere that greets and boasts sumptuous Italian food in fantastic 360 degree views. From flawless services to dedicated staff, diners can immerse in comfort and style without intrusion. A wonderful way to watch the setting sun and the bright lights of the city shine.

Located in Meander Square, Saporé welcomes a family dining experience with a vibrant atmosphere. The menu blends a fusion of flavours with old world flavours in a chic and relaxed setting perfect for lunch or dinner. Expect high quality food and great service.

A trendy upmarket Italian restaurant, Scoozi is quickly establishing a name for itself as being one of the most lively family restaurants around. Striking decor, with bright red chairs and crisp white tables makes for a vibrant ambience and ensures that after every trip to Scoozi, you will leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. A deck area provides a bright,open space where diners can relax as they tuck into gourmet pizzas and homemade pastas. Superb food, a buzzing atmosphere and friendly attentive service make Scoozi the perfect family meal experience.

With tables spilling out onto the pavement and lively orders flowing into the kitchen, Spiga d’Oro oozes Italian bistro dining with rustic classiness. Embracing a European ambience nestled in small rustic setting, this buzzing lively restaurant offers hearty Italian meals in comfort and practicality. Serving top notch pizzas and pastas Spiga d’Oro seduces the palate with comfort food in just the right amount of garlic, olives and anchovies ensuring hearty helpings of pure Italian food. For Antipasto try the penne pasta with smoked salmon, diced feta, heaps of parmesan topped with fresh ripe avo & ground black pepper followed by the primi piatti cooked with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, chilli and however many prawns you'd like. The traditional menu also offers a take away option. Pizza served Italian style, thin crispy crust brushed with a homemade Napoletana sauce and topped with delicious mozzarella. Open until early hours of the morning along the famous Florida Road strip, Spiga d’Oro serves up hearty Italian fare, loaded with reasonable prices and buzzing ambience like no other.

Here the aroma of delicious food wets the appetite while rolling farmlands cradle your soul in perfect isolation. The lapping waters of the Umzinkulu River lull the senses dining alfresco, and the warm and cosy surroundings of the thatch restaurant sets the mood with a tranquil setting. Sweeping views add a dramatic backdrop to your dining experience as mouthfuls of delicious Italian cuisine wet the appetite. The menu changes daily, ensuring produce used are seasonal and fresh. Balmy summer days invites alfresco dining on the grass next to the dam, while winter warms with toasty fires and hearty dishes. Discover a peaceful haven set within breathtaking beauty of the Drankensberg at The Old Hatchery in Underberg.