Stamford Hill Restaurants

Situated along the golden shores of the Sun Coast Casino along Durban’s Golden Mile, Havana Grill and Wine Bar boasts magnificent 180 degree views and an attitude that’s all about food, wine, cigars and vibe. Sourcing only South African grain feed beef left to mature for 21 days, alongside aged steaks prepared to perfection and some of the finest seafood selections along the coast, diners can be sure of a memorable dining experience with something to suit even the most discerning palate. Peruse the senses with voluptuous king prawns and seafood platters or chicken smothered in decadent coconut and chilli sauce. If the sight and smells of sizzling prime beef succulently cooked with crispy potatoe wedges takes your fancy then immerse your senses with a grilled perfection. Havana Grill and Wine Bar has something for every occasion with unrivalled service for a truly special Latin dining experience. For those who fancy unwinding with a cigar after dining, there is a selection imported all the way from Cuba. For superb food and drink in a vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere, Havana Grill is a must-try.

Indulge in the fresh taste of India sampling culinary delights of traditional North India. From North India to Goan and Hydrabadi, immerse the palate in exotic multi Indian fare. Soft warm naan bread dipped in layers of spices and sauce baked in the traditional Tandori oven complimented by carefully chosen wine makes for an all fusion experience. Tempt the palate with a new take on fusion India Chinese cuisine for a delightful finish on a journey around India. Vintage India embraces elegance and innovation in a traditional atmosphere filled with aromatic spices and lingering aromas.

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.

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.

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 very trendy Florida road but maintaining the splendour of the old colonial-style homes of Durban is Quarters Brasserie.Come for a traditional or continental breakfast enjoyed in the brasserie or outside in the courtyard. Open all day for light meals, lunches and teas, diners can enjoy an eclectic choice of offerings as well as a selection of local and imported beverages including wine from an acclaimed list.In the evenings diners can enjoy meals by candlelight or while relaxing on the veranda. Quarters offers a truly tranquil 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.

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.

Bean Bag Bohemia is more than just a dining experience. Strong ties with the creative community of Durban has procured a unique social culture at BBB that is unlike anywhere else in Durban. Diners can enjoy the warm weather with al fresco dining in the courtyard area or inside where it is always vibrant and buzzing. Adding to the impressive popularity of Bean Bag Bohemia is the number of TV programs and magazines that have featured them. The menu at BBB proffers exciting and creative dishes that are constantly updated, as is the overall theme, keeping patrons interested and inspired.

This stylish and elegant establishment infuses contemporary cuisine with a good selection of wines and champagne to compliment each meal. The menu serves sushi and Asian style tapas. A hip and happening restaurant and venue, Society’s classic elegance attracts the trendy and elegant crowds. Located off bustling Florida Road, Society offers two dining areas each unique in their own experiences. With good service and knowledgeable staff at hand, diners can sit back and soak up the opulent décor sampling decadent cuisine.

For fine dining in elegant surroundings, Audacia Manor does not disappoint.Luxurious decor and a layout that accommodates any preference are a few of the features that put this popular venue a cut above the rest.Enjoy formal and sophisticated dining in the elegant dining room or laze around the pool or on the spacious verandah if a more casual settings is what you’re after.The elevated setting overlooking beautiful gardens makes for a wonderfully tranquil environment in which to enjoy delectable food and great company.Spend a few hours out of the rat race at Audacia Manor.

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.

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.

Indulge in classic cakes or take breakfast to another level perusing the extensive menu boasting exceptional choices of this grand affair. Breakfast offers range from Continental, home-baked breads, cereal, muesli, cheeses, cold meats and hot fare with perfectly silky eggs benedict a must try. Lunch offers light healthy meals and caters for vegetarians and vegans. Enjoy a lapse in time at this beautiful Edwardian hotel for a refreshingly relaxed approach to dining.

Voted top 10 in South Africa with numerous awards, 9th Avenue Bistro and Bar cradles the palate in a warm minimalist setting, uncomplicated and creatively presented for a warm relaxed dining experience. Boasting signature dishes and an outstanding menu, diners can peruse the senses on seasonal menu infused with classical techniques and a modern twist. Coupled with an extensive wine list collected from smaller boutiques, diners can sample the delights partnered with great wine and an eclectic menu. Try the pepper-seared tuna sashimi, on Japanese radish and cucumber salad with wasabi, soy and pickled ginger; or the homemade butternut squash raviolis with Madeira cream demi, wild mushrooms, sage, candied pecans and shaved parmigiano. For mains, try the popular crispy roasted free-range duck served on a gingered sweet potato and butternut mash, with grilled asparagus and cinnamon-orange demi. For a contemporary and elegant Bistro run by a dedicated husband and wife team with a wealth of experience and uncomplicated decor 9th Avenue is definite must-try.

Daruma is derived from traditional Japanese tumble dolls which represent the “Will to persevere”. Dishes are contrived to accent natural flavours and cuisine that transports the senses to the Japanese Archipelago laden with fresh fish and shellfish prepared and served with selection of rice and sake. An old Japanese saying holds – “If you have the pleasant experience of eating something that you have not tasted before, your life will be lengthened by 75 days!” Daruma would like to believe that through discovering the many pleasures in their menu, life will be prolonged many years!

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.

Catering for Western palates, Mo Noodles delights the senses with fresh vegetables, fish and chicken dishes transformed into Eastern fusion cuisine. With a minimalist setting depicting Eastern culture and elements of health and low fat dining captured in the menu, diners are transported on a journey of Thai and Australian influences. A perennial favourite is the chicken breast rolled in sesame seeds with chilli and peanuts, served on coconut noodles complimented by Eastern inspired salads such as sesame prawn and fruit salad in season, and the lentil and feta salad with a mint and lemon dressing. Mo Noodles embraces the essence of Eastern dining in a relaxed and fusion inspired setting in the heart of Durban.

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.

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.