Richmond - KZN Restaurants

Garnished with the most plump and voluptuous olives and a complimenting selection of wines, diners can enjoy the culinary delights influenced by Mediterranean touches for an all round sumptuous meal. With delectable daily specials and firm favourites found in the Ala Carte menu this welcoming and warm establishment rewards with gastronomic delight. Enjoy signature dishes such as the ever-popular prawn tails wrapped in phyllo served with dill, sweet chilli and Greek yoghurt dipping sauce. For meat lovers, the dijon, avocado and feta sirloin is a melt-in-the-mouth 300g of succulent deliciousness. For the seafood lovers, try the extensive array of dishes grilled and basted in their very own secret basting. Round off a satisfying meal with delectably sinful desserts such as the kahlua avalanche comprised of vanilla ice cream wrapped in a pancake, smothered in kahlua, nuts and bar one sauce or the death by chocolate, which consists of warm chocolate fudge cake smothered in bar one sauce and served with ice cream or cream. Olive and Oil will delight and intoxicate the palate with taste sensations seduced by Mediterranean flair for a truly pleasurable taste experience.

Dine in the spectacular thatched surrounds flanked by an age old tree inviting the bare natural elements of life draped in fairy lights and starry skies. The dining room graces the senses with a roaring rock fireplace heightened by a grand marble and thatch bar. Begin a magical journey through Africa sampling the exclusive menu designed by executive chef catering a delicately balanced fusion of flavours and platinum award Diners Club wine list. Alfresco dining on the terrace invites the outdoors overlooking the bush and resident game that graze within close proximity. Le Tala Restaurant secures a fine African dining experience in spectacular surrounds over breakfast, lunch or dinner at Tala Game Reserve, Pietermaritzburg.

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.

The Stagecoach embraces a pub and grill ambiance with delightful varieties of pizza, jumbo burgers, seafood, ribs, combos and kiddies meals on offer. Dine in cool air conditioned surrounds or on the covered veranda enjoying a delicious lunch menu, famous all day breakfasts in an old west setting. The mood beacons casual and relaxed with friendly faces and the best steaks and biggest burgers in town.

Boasting a rotating sushi bar and oriental sushi chefs, Saki Pacific Grill caters a fusion of Pacific, Thai, Indonesian and Japanese delights. The décor is relaxed and contemporary with funky touches complimenting the a la Carte menu brimming with Thai curries, Indonesian satays, Samoan and Maori dishes. Flatter the meal with a Japanese beer and saki to round off this authentic dining experience.

Rockafellas Theatre of Food invites diners to relish in a bygone era of the 30’s and 40’s brimming with nostalgic atmosphere and grand buffet dining. The décor is elegant, classic and bold following the steps of jazz flanked by unsurpassed views of Scottville racecourse and the city. Enjoy a variety of mouth watering meals and glamorous surrounds at Rockafellas Theatre of Food at the Golden Horse Casino, Pietermaritzburg.

Madlula’s Place invites with elegant ambiance and bistro dining brimming with South African and African cuisine. This upmarket restaurant cum lounge further enhances the dining experience with live jazz over lunch or dinner.

Enjoy hearty breakfasts, languid lunches and enticing dinners indoors or alfresco warmed by snugly winter heaters and summery fans on the weatherproof veranda. Good food, value for money and generous portions make Quincy’s Café the place to be in Pietermaritzburg.

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, diners enjoy continental / full breakfasts all day alongside lazy lunches and fine dining dinners. The Blue Room can be found in the Redland Hotel, perfect for any occasion dining.

Located in Boom Street, Rosehurst offers café style dining with lazy lunches and therapeutic shopping to compliment the menu. This gem of Pietermaritzburg caters for all senses with decadent cuisine, chocolates galore and gifts that embody all that is rosy. The décor is whimsical and elegant with roses peeking from nooks and crannies traversing delicate artwork and makes for a memorable day out indulging and shopping.

Tucked away at Folly Hill, this tranquil country retreat welcomes idle conversation and lingering lunches. Housed in an old milking parlour Sue Tarr’s hosts relaxed country dining with wonderful gift browsing.

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.

Serving light meals, seafood, grills and fusion cuisine, diners soak up the simple yet elegant surrounds touched a bit of modern flair. The menu spills seafood choices such as Norwegian salmon beurre blanc, or succulent crayfish dressed in a mustard ice cream. The Chateaubriand is prepared the traditional way, while the springbok carpaccio is served with tangy onion marmalade and chilli beetroot ice cream. Conclude the meal with a fusion of flavours ranging from the Cape brandy pudding to caramelised brie with fig and nuts.

Enjoy the warm hospitality and a fabulous meal at Little Poland. A traditional menu offers specialities that once nourished Polish knights, nobilities and even king. The cuisine is hearty and filling, using organic produce and prepared by a chef who really puts her heart into it! Popular dishes are Bigos, Pierogi and Fillet steak along with 'Golonka' (Eisbein). Small and cosy, Little Poland is known for their wonderful service and great meals. Recently a deli section was added to the restaurant allowing you to take a few Polish specialities home with you.

Original recipes and imported products nourish the soul with specialities that had Polish nights and nobilities fighting for more. The menu brims with original dishes such as barszcz (traditional beetroot soup) and includes a range of sausages as well as pierogi (traditional polish pasta pockets), golabki (cabbage leaves stuffed with mince and rice and served with tomato sauce and pickles). Hearty and filling, dishes are made using organic produce following original recipes and techniques. The décor is simple with some tables and chairs scattered inside and out with a few polish touches here and there.

This bohemian restaurant delights with roaring log fires and African inspired cuisine that makes for an evening of good food and welcoming ambiance. Dine within the intimate surrounds or enchanted garden or view the city lights onboard the rustic deck. The menu tantalises with an array of dishes such as traditional German Eisbeins, Thai, Moroccan, Venison potjies and delightful African dishes. Enjoy bohemian dining at its best at Little Moravia.

Located at Fern Hill Hotel, Snooty Fox is a cosy and unpretentious restaurant. The famous window box seats and stained glass give this place much acclaimed reputation. Classic French dishes spill off the extensive menu, presented in contemporary style. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner and seating just under 60 diners, Snooty Fox is a must try, especially the Sunday carvery.

Inflaming the passions of local diners, Corner Post is a friendly local restaurant and bar owned and run by a couple of chefs from London. Front of house is a light, fno-frills bar area leading to an interior that is more serene and formal. Outside there’s a sunny courtyard and a garden especially landscaped for kids at the back. The food is interesting, using the best local ingredients and is reputed to be the best in Howick!

The Pot and Kettle in Hillcrest has over 15 years of experience and it shows. Known amongst the locals for the tastiest home-style cooking and gorgeous views of the Valley of 1000 Hills, this modest but well-designed eatery boasts a menu full of sumptuous options for breakfast, light bites and lunches. The cakes are a must-try and all home-baked and the kids haven’t been forgotten about with a menu all to themselves. A superb family spot, The Pot and Kettle is a great place for whiling away a lazy afternoon.

The Chanteclar Hotel offers a choice of two well appointed dining rooms, each providing a unique setting and ambiance for idle chat and delicious food. The gourmet Zebra and Leopard Room entices with fine fare and excellent service, warmed by a roaring winter fire, perfect for secluded dinners and romantic meals. Enjoy legendary Sunday lunches, which draw regular visitors from all around, an excellent day of fine food and wine. The extensive kiddies play area invites relaxation for parents with an outdoor paved terrace securing a lingering lunch in the solitude and beauty of 1000 Hills. Soak up the balmy summer dining alfresco or enjoy a leisurely meal at the bar. The ladies bar calls for an intimate dining affair shaded by original stonework and crackling winter fire. The Chantecler Hotel is the perfect place to linger and indulge in the beauty of Madwala Conservancy and tantalising fare.