A friendly dining room filled with interesting artifacts and a large crackling fireplace invites guests to enjoy a world-class meal lovingly prepared by the award winning chef and his team.

Passion and patience goes into the preparation of every dish with flavour paramount. Menus change daily and local, imported and homegrown ingredients are used at their peak and a stroll through the vegetable and herb gardens will attest to this.

A place in the country becomes a natural magnet to people who want to savour the flavours of home grown vegetables, farm fresh dairy products and home cured hams. The passion and patience that goes into the preparation of food is reflected in the tastes and textures.

Dinner is a sumptuous 7 course affair with no effort or expense spared to give guests a memorable dining experience.  The chef talks guests through every mouthful from frying pan to plate before they sit down to enjoy his creations, and he doesn't mind telling guests that Cleopatra's food is all about the tastes, fun and passion that go into good country cooking.

For delicious meals in a relaxed setting, sample the delights of the 120 seater Brasserie Restaurants' a la carte menu, or tempt your taste buds with delicious buffet treats. 

Alternative options at the Protea Hotel Edward in Durban:

• Hotel Room service is available, while the 30 seater Causerie Bar invites for cocktails and sundowners
   

The atmosphere created by the superb décor, the top quality service, the sumptuous and exquisitely presented meals make Cafe Bali at The Riverside Hotel & Spa one of Durban’s most appealing restaurants.

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Café Bali is a combination of casual and contemporary dining.  The tall buildings make the design quite modern, while the earth tones and crisp finishes contribute to a more European Continental experience.

With two plasma TV screens and couches scattered along the back walls and a cooking station in the centre, the Café Bali at The Riverside Hotel & Sps is open plan and enhances the relaxed and casual nature the restaurant.

The restaurant is ideal for family get-togethers as well as corporate celebrations and meetings. Diners are welcome to dine on the terrace overlooking the pool and enjoy their meal. The terrace also boasts a cocktail bar, which serves as an ideal spot to unwind after a day of exploring Durban.

The Daruma Japanese Restaurant at the Southern Sun Elangeni hotel in Durban serves the finest Japanese cuisine around, with dishes that vary from fresh sushi to authentic Japanese cooked meals.

In addition to the a la carte eMakhosini Restaurant, the eMakhosini Boutique Hotel and Conference Centre offers its guests a very special dining experience in The Cellar. Seating a maximum of 12 people, and offering tailored menu options, this dining venue is the perfect location for a memorable dinner experience in Durban.

The Exchange Bar and the Tap Room are two unique bars at The Royal Hotel in Durban in relaxed and dedicated sports environments.

Guests looking for a relaxed and casual atmosphere will enjoy the Hops Restaurant & Bar at the four star Riverside Hotel in Durban.

The Jewel of India restaurant at the Southern Sun Elangeni offers guests an authentic taste of Northern India, and is open for dinner daily.

The Lingela Restaurant at the Southern Sun Elangeni in Durban offers guests the best buffet experience available in this city, with a vast array of salads and appetisers.

Some of the star attractions of the eclectic buffet are the lamb cutlets, AAA grain-fed beef sirloin and rump steaks, line fish, salmon and prawns, all prepared to your liking by the attentive chefs, who aim to make each dining experience a memorable one.

Guests who seek a comforting home-style dining experience are advised to try the legendary curries, stir-fries, paella and casseroles. Indulge in delectable desserts and ice creams to finish off your meal.

Surf the web or unwind with a coffee or 'African dream' cocktail in this intimate café at the Hilton Durban hotel.  All-day breakfasts, light lunches and pasta dinners are among the culinary offerings.  Dine on Indian and African favorites or laze in a comfortable armchair.

The Lobby Lounge Coffee Bar is open for:

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

Attire:

• Smart-Casual

After a busy day at the office, on the beach or simply enjoying all that Durban has to offer, guests are welcome to unwind at the popular Mojo's Bar at The Riverside Hotel where an array of exotic and traditional cocktails are served. The bubbly atmosphere explodes in the late afternoon as guests can enjoy the Mojos happy hour.

The vibrant music accompanied by an electric energy makes Mojos a perfect place for visitors. Mojos also offers a more relaxed side. For guests lounging by the pool, Mojo's staff are there to serve cooling drinks and snacks without having to move. Delegates can also use the area as a creative brainstorming spot or place to relax after lengthy conferences.  The tropical like bar has something to offer everyone and makes for a terrific escape from the normal city life.

The Oakwoods Restaurant is housed in a glass structure overlooking the Umzimbazi lagoon and the lush Natal vegetation surrounding it.

Decor includes stylish granite tables covered in the finest table linen, while designer cane chairs complete the ensemble, forming the perfect setting for hearty buffet breakfasts, a la carte lunches and delicious buffet dinners.  The well appointed bar features an outside terrace area overlooking the swimming pool.

The Poolside Bar at the Premier Hotel Pinetown in Durban, located next to the swimming pool area, is open from 10h00 to 22h00 and offers guests a Pub-lunch menu with a variety of lighter fare.  The Poolside Bar provides the ideal setting to relax with a favourite drink or to meet friends or business colleagues.

Enjoy the sunshine as you sip a glass of South African wine in this open-air Durban bar attached to Rainbow Terrace Restaurant.

Meet colleagues for a cocktail or feast on oysters, prawns or crayfish at the Hilton Durban hotel. Stainless steel and glass create a contemporary setting.  The Rainbow Terrace at the Hilton Durban is also available for private functions.

Rainbow Outer Terrace Bar is open for:

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

Attire:

• Smart-Casual

Choose from the buffet of seasonal specialties including local seafood, Midland veal and Indian cuisine in this laid-back Durban restaurant. Savor à la carte favorites and South African wines at the Hilton Durban hotel. Relax on a leather banquette amid African motifs.

The Rainbow Terrace Restaurant at the Hilton Durban is open for:

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

Attire:

• Smart-Casual

Mingle with business people and leisure guests as you sample cocktails in this vibrant Durban bar with a water wall and leather couches. Enjoy a bar meal or a seafood snack at the Hilton Durban hotel or catch sporting highlights.

The Rivets Bar at the Hilton Durban is open for:

• Lunch
• Dinner

Attire:

• Smart-Casual

The Riviera Restaurant at the Suncoast Hotel & Towers treats guests to a mix of authentic Mediterranean dishes as well as popular Durban favourites and seafood specialities. The exceptional menu extends to breakfast, which offers a delectable choice from Continental to full English health options.

Guests are invited to relax and unwind at The Bar, which is the perfect place to enjoy a  refreshing cocktail mixed by the dashing bartenders.  Great music, great vibe and the ideal setting to let go.

Sage at Christina’s is focused on attention to detail.  This modern, sixty seater dining establishment prides itself on serving classical, simple and eclectic food that combines a variety of differing flavours.

Modern table settings that comprise white and chrome elements create an elegant restaurant setting and guests of Sage at Christina’s can still expect outstanding dishes at reasonable prices.

Sage at Christina’s provides its guests with various eating options throughout the day, but a popular choice is the   “build your own breakfast” concept in the morning.  The restaurant services both the hotel guests as well as the various residents in the area that are looking for a more sophisticated venue.  From a selection of superb main meals for lunch and dinner, to more relaxed pastries and gateaux in the afternoon, the emphasis is on good food and stylish service.

• Restaurant and Bar
• Superb Breakfasts and Mediterranean meals

Diners can visit the Saratoga Restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner where they have a choice of dishes on the buffet or they can select starters, main courses and desserts from the a-la-carte menu. Alternatively for those who prefer to dine in the privacy of their own rooms, the Premier Hotel Pinetown in Durban offers room service with a menu containing equally delicious courses to select from.

Guests at the Premier Hotel Pinetown are treated to delicious cuisine in the Saratoga Restaurant with its warm ambience and friendly staff.

Awarded Durban’s best traditional restaurant by KwaZulu-Natal Tourism, The Brasserie Restaurant at the Quarters on Florida Hotel offers a delicious combination of simple and stylish cuisine.  The restaurant is open daily for breakfast lunch and dinner and offers a wide array of delectable dishes from an ala Carte menu, all expertly and lovingly prepared.

The Brasserie offers a quiet setting for intimate lunches and dinners.  Guests have a choice of dining in the conservatory style indoor restaurant, or al fresco in the adjacent quaint outdoor courtyard.

Whilst the Brasserie menu is fully available for those dining at the courtyard, there is also a wide selection of light meals, scones and other treats ideal for morning and afternoon tea.  In the evening diners sit under the stars and enjoy a unique and memorable candlelit dinner.

All palates can appreciate a menu that includes enjoyable dishes such as Chargrilled fillet of beef medallions on sweetcorn potato cake and roasted cherry tomatoes served with a mustard seed butter cream or 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 broiche.

The Brasserie Restaurant is also an ideal venue for small corporate dinners as the entire restaurant can be booked for lunch or dinner, ensuring total privacy for corporate functions.

Dining options at the Quarters on Florida Boutique Hotel in Durban:

• La Brasserie Restaurant: seats 45 guests, A La Carte menu, Al Fresco Dining
• Outside Courtyard: adjacent to the Restaurant, seats approximately 30 guests
• Quarters Courtyard Bar
• Room Service

The Royal Coffee Shop at The Royal Hotel in Durban is a popular venue with visitors offering Viennese-style light eating.

This flagship restaurant boasts some of South Africa's top award winning, haute cuisine and opulent décor.  The popular Royal Grill restaurant at The Royal Hotel in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, provides diners with unequalled delicious cuisine served in a refreshed, elegant and sophisticated milieu of timeless grandeur.

This attractive, classic venue retains the essence of grand days and age-old charm with original high ceilings, dark wood balustrades and stained glass effects mixed with new crisp white linen, silver and crystal chandeliers – all redone with a modern take to create a magically light atmosphere.

The Royal Grill offers a superior wine list that compliments every dish on the menu and concludes the extraordinary dining experience with freshly brewed coffee, delicious creamy chocolate, petit fours served in the comfort of the lounge.

The Ulundi Restaurant at The Royal Hotel is Durban’s finest traditional Indian restaurant serving some of the finest eastern dishes in the city.

The Ulundi Tapas restaurant provides a stylish mix of dark mahogany wood tables and white chairs, giving the restaurant a modern simplistic ambience. Space is emphasised in the high arched wooden ceiling offset with green gables.

All dishes are prepared with the finest herbs and spices following traditional cooking techniques and recipes. An array of chicken, lamb, beef, fish and vegetarian options are available to suit the most discerning palate.

The famous Wild Poplar Restaurant at the Makaranga Garden Lodge in Durban, South Africa, offers a Table dê Hote dinner menu and the Tuscan Terrace offers a variety of breakfast and lunch menus.

Guests at the Makaranga Garden Lodge can enjoy three meals a day served in the elegant dining room or on the Tuscan Terrace. Morning and afternoon tea may also be provided for their pleasure.

The unique brand of personal service, delicious food and good old fashioned hospitality make this an ideal setting for a weekend leisure escape, a romantic honeymoon or a prestigious executive event.

Dining facilities at the Makaranga Garden Lodge in Durban:

• The Wild Poplar offers a formal Table dê Hote dinner menu for fine dining
• The Tuscan Terrace offers breakfast & lunch menus
• Tea times treat menu is available throughout the day
• Buffy’s Bar offers cocktail sundowners and cigars

Wines and awards:

The wine list features some of South Africa’s best cultivars and received a Dinner Award for 2007, 2008 & 2009.

Waxy's O'Connors is a popular Irish pub and restaurant located at the four star Westville Hotel in Durban.  It is an ideal place for traditional home cooked meals and a vibey atmosphere.

Hunter's Bar

Guests staying at the Pakamisa Lodge in KwaZulu-Natal are invited to sip a cocktail in the cosy Hunter's Bar and enjoy its intimate atmosphere while relaxing to wonderful music on the sweeping terrace with its panoramic views of spectacular Africa.

Pool Terrace

Pakamisa's pool terrace from where spectacular views can be enjoyed, offers guests an oasis of tranquility where light snacks and exotic drinks can be enjoyed after a refreshing swim in the large Rock Pool.

El Prado Restaurant

The elegant El Prado restaurant at Pakamisa, South Africa, with its reputation for pleasing the most fastidious gourmet strives for perfection in hospitality, entertainment and fine dining:

• From a sumptuous breakfast up to a light lunch
• Afternoon tea and sundowners
• Romantic alfresco dining on the covered veranda
• Gala Diner with concert entertainment

All in a stylish but comfortable atmosphere. The cuisine, as well as the wines and liquors from the cellar at the Pakamisa Lodge, are of the highest international standards.

Dining and wining venues at the Pakamisa Lodge, South Africa:

• Hunter's Bar
• Pool Terrace
• El Prado Restaurant

Dining facilities at the Protea Hotel Empangeni in KwaZulu-Natal offer a comprehensive choice of a la carte menu and carvery, while the spacious dining room at the hotel serves breakfast.

Sumptuous and delicious meals are served in the restaurant which reflects a warm, local cultural charm and atmosphere. For a different dining experience, dishes are complemented with the extensive wine list, offering some of South Africa's excellent local wines.

For guests who wish to enjoy a unique and different dining experience may try the traditional outdoor Zulu Boma (Kraal). The restaurant area and pubs are fully air-conditioned and sports enthusiasts can keep up to date with their team's sporting calender at The Rhino Bar, which has a big-screen TV.

At 31 Degrees the perfect cocktail is inspired by both bar and kitchen and devoted to local fresh ingredients.  Measured with precision, shaken with style and garnished with passion and craft.

• Hours Of Operation: 11:00 – midnight
• Dress Code: Resort Casual
• Reservations: Not required

Sibaya’s veritable theatre of food, A2A (Africa to Asia), offers guests an Afro-Chic dining experience like no other.  Seven island buffet stations complement the restaurants virtual street market ambience, created by vibrant ethnic murals and rough-hewn lighting effects.  Matching its vibrant décor is the wide-ranging menu offering a superb array of Asian, Middle Eastern and South African specialities.

Diners can select from a variety of delectable dishes for both meat eaters and vegetarians - from exotic stir fries, tandoori chicken, curries (with all the trimmings), fresh crisp salads, pap, wors, shish nyama (various grilled meats), middle eastern mezzes, plus a dessert bar to die for! All K-way (dispensed sodas) are free.

A2A also has a smoking section and expansive decks which overlook the complex’s lush gardens with magnificent views of the Indian Ocean.

Sibaya’s Aqua Restaurant which is undoubtedly one of the East Coast’s finest Seafood Restaurants is set on three levels, with larger than life aquatic décor and a cylindrical fish tank with an upper level of Teppanyaki tables and a sushi bar, a middle section for a la carte diners and a sunken cocktail bar.

Diners can enjoy a fine-dining experience which includes exquisitely prepared dishes presented on elegant crockery, award-winning South African wines, silver service and great views of the Sibaya gardens.

Expected tantalising combinations of flavours from starters such as Red Pepper Risotto and Salmon Gravadlax, to mains of seared Tuna, Thai Herb Crusted Kingklip, Confit of Duck, an array of curries including wok crab, fillet of aged beef, a selection of vegetarian dishes and more.  End the dining experience off with a host of magnificently prepared and stylishly presented desserts.

Ayoba has a stunning beach atmosphere, with a pizza oven as the focal point, offering comfortable food, including a selection of tapas and grills.  Enjoy the creative cocktails while overlooking the swimming pool and Indian Ocean.

• Dress Code: Resort Casual
• Reservations: Reservations Accepted
   

Bite into a fine selection of gourmet burgers at the poolside burger bar.  Great burgers, new twists. If you prefer something lighter, try one of our Asian inspired salads.

• Dress code: resort casual
• Reservations: not required

The Bunkers Restaurant offers imaginative cuisine while The Mulligans Pub, the 19th hole at Prince's Grant overlooks the first, tenth and eighteenth holes with breathtaking views of the sea and estate.

Here one recaptures lost shots and may enjoy a cold beer while savouring those well earned birdies on a truly stunning course.

At the Coral Tree Restaurant, enjoy an array of attractive cuisine, Bistro style food and our special Durban Curries, adding a touch of the local Indian influence which makes KwaZulu Natal North Coast a unique destination.  With bountiful offerings, you’ll be spoilt for choice with the perfect mix of organic specials and healthy lifestyle food.

• Dress Code: Resort Casual
• Reservations: Reservations accepted

While the trendy Square Boutique Hotel and Spa offers the ultimate in luxury for business and leisure travellers in a contemporary urban setting, the onsite Cosmopolitan Restaurant adds to the stylish ambience.

The Cosmopolitan Restaurant in Umhlanga is a fusion of contemporary dining sophistication, serving all types of cuisine, a la carte and buffet style and is open for breakfasts, lunches and dinners, as well as late night snacks and drinks.

The indoor dining area and bar at The Square Boutique Hotel & Spa are exquisitely chic and ever changing sensual colour screens complete the over all distinctive effect. Tables on the deck encourage friends, colleagues or families to linger over a meal or to chat over drinks in a safe environment offering delectable meals and snacks and excellent service.

The extensive menu offers an array of dishes, set to tempt and entice with imaginative combinations of tastes and alluring flavors.

• Type of Cuisine: A la carte menu
• Open: breakfasts, lunches and dinners
• Location: Umhlanga, North Coast Durban in Umhlanga

Dalchini offers a new take on Afternoon Tea with African and Indian themed Afternoon Tea.  Take tea while enjoying the views from our Lobby windows.

• Dress Code: Resort Casual
• Reservations: Reservation recommended for Afternoon tea only

Delicacy caters to the coffee connoisseur, featuring Lavazza.  It offers a wide range of deli sandwiches, salads, quiches and pies. Specialty cakes and unique local finds are also available to take home.

• Dress Code: Resort casual
• Reservations: Reservations accepted

The fashionable 140-seater restaurant at the Protea Hotel Umhlanga Ridge is available for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The bar at the Umhlanga Ridge hotel can seat 30 guests.

The signature restaurant of the Royal Palm Hotel in Umhlanga, DISH, is a fusion of contemporary dining sophistication.
DISH offers visitors an opportunity to experience opulent dining with a modern twist. With a unique concept of four distinctive areas under one roof, the restaurant is a refreshing place to enjoy a couple of cocktails or a scrumptious meal.

A simple yet effective colour scheme of black and cream, coupled by differentiating textures, welcomes diners to this innovative dining experience. The restaurant includes a bar area, lounge, dining room and outdoor courtyard, each one offering something different to the other to accommodate all.

The focus of the main floor area is a vibrant, circular bar, with four seating arcs surrounding it. This innovative seating plan offers patrons a chance to be part of the dynamic energy at the bar, while enjoying privacy in one of the secluded arcs. Comprising a funky dining room table surrounded by wingback chairs and lengthy leather lounge suites, the lounge enjoys a relaxing ambience.

Here, diners can snack on delicious finger foods whilst sipping exotic cocktails. The main dining room area seats up to 60 people and enjoys an elegant and sophisticated atmosphere. With a selection of table styles, including a chefs table seating 8 people as well as other options available, the dining room accommodates small and intimate dining arrangements.

Restaurant goers can also enjoy the DISH ambience outside, as the restaurant’s sliding folding doors open up onto a spacious courtyard and enjoys an elegant café feel, offering a taste of Al Fresco dining. With such a variety of offerings, DISH serves as a definite hotspot for Durban diners.

Guests wanting to unwind with a cool beverage while watching dolphins frolic in the surf feel right at home at the Elements Cafe Bar which is a chic, relaxed café and lounge at The Beverly Hills Hotel in Umhlanga offering a gourmet cafe menu daily from noon to evening.

The Fig Tree Cafe at the Gateway Hotel in Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, offers guests continental breakfasts in the mornings.  Snack platters and light meals are also available throughout the day.

The exclusive dining room at the Horizons Boutique Hotel in Umhlanga, Durban, offers the finest cuisine for discerning connoisseurs.

The dining room is served by four cordon-bleu-trained chefs who have devised a frequently-changing menu to ensure that dishes are freshly made with seasonal ingredients.

Complimentary breakfast is offered, with a choice of:

• Continental
• Health
• traditional Full English

For beverages and sundowners, guests at the Endless Horizons Boutique Hotel are welcome to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere on the deck from the fully stocked bar.

With a wide variety of renowned franchises, the Food Court at the Sibaya Lodge is ideal for those on the go or looking for a dining experience. Fast food options to explore include Nando’s, Debonairs and Steers.

Guests staying at the Forest Suites at Zimbali are welcome to enjoy any of the Fairmont Zimbali Lodge's and Fairmont Zimbali Resort's restaurants and bars.  Different dining venues provide a range of various specialities and dishes where anybody can find their favorite meal.

The Gabbiano & Co Coffee Shop offers a delicious range of light meals and can cater for up to 80 guests.

Crowning the five star Hotel Izulu Hotel in Ballito is the popular Gigi’s Brasserie which is an elegant a-la-carte restaurant headed up by a renowned Executive Chef .

Building on its world-class ballito cuisine, South African flavour orientations have been added to broaden the palate appeal of the menu for the enjoyment of guests alike. The diverse menu recreates classical dishes in a more modern and health orientated fashion.

Hotel Izulu in KwaZulu-Natal is committed to operating in a greener more eco-friendly environment. The Hotel has created an organic herb and vegetable garden, which provides fresh organic vegetables for use in GiGi’s Brasserie. The principle source of food for the garden is the output of the "wormery" - one of several "green" initiatives adopted by Hotel Izulu.

Alternative dining options at Hotel Izulu, Ballito

Guests can also opt to dine in the intimacy of their suite, in the charming wine cellar or the newly launched ‘Chef’s Table’ in the kitchen reserved for only 6 guests so they may interact with the Chefs and learn more about the ballito cuisine preparation.

The Caledon Hotel near Ballito, Durban North Coast, features the Green Restaurant & Bar, which is an open plan 80-seater restaurant offering a la carte dining. This versatile restaurant offers delightful cuisine, and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as offering light meals during the day.  The hotel's Green Restaurant also offers an 18-hour room service menu.