Top Rated Restaurants & Cafes in Durban

Pot and Kettle is located in Botha's Hill about 30kms outside of Durban. The area is rich in sites, stores and activities for the whole family, and this restaurant is conveniently in the heart of the district, an ideal spot for lunch or afternoon tea. It is light and airy with a balcony overlooking one of the most magnificent views of the Thousand Hills Valley. Fully licensed with a menu which includes sandwiches, light meals, hot meals and desserts. There's a full carvery on Sundays and a children' playground and Scratch Patch nearby.

This restaurant is situated right in the harbor. It offers a unique blend of ocean fresh fare, a great pub atmosphere and live entertainment. It has wonderful views over the harbor with tables outside on a large balcony for those hot summer evenings. Fully licensed. A free bottle of Graca wine is offered with every table of four diners.

This location was opened in 1995 for the development of the arts. Sponsored by the Bartle Arts Trust, and it is a place that offers a palpable art vibe. Brightly decorated, it displays murals everywhere, and the "deck-nightclub" portion extends as a balcony over the harbor. Join the artsy crowd every weekend when the club offers techno-style DJ sets. Saturday and Sunday performances are a mix of pop and rock. An exciting location, its musical pulse is right on.

Seamlessly interlacing cultural aesthetics with culinary expertise, Olive & Oil is a long-standing restaurant, family-run for over 100 years. Their menu, inspired by the magnificent Aegean sea, features uniquely crafted dishes in a refined setting, hence providing patrons with an unparalleled dining experience. An amalgamation of comfort food and sophisticated hospitality, this restaurant is a favorite among toddlers and adults alike. The garlic-topped Parca Ham focaccia comes with salsa verde and pocerino shavings while the Classic Calamari is one of the many delectable seafood dishes. There is nothing quite like pairing this very meal with Home-made Fishcakes or a choice of Mediterranean Dips. A smattering of desserts like the Lindt White Chocolate Cheesecake or the classic Crème Bruleé make for an ideal and satisfying end.Their specially curated kids' menu comprises delightful delicacies like Chicken Nuggets, Olive Mac & Cheese and the likes.

This Asian restaurant is where a stunning line-up of Thai delicacies intertwine with a smattering of Eastern influences. With their dragonfly logo representing Thai freedom, their menu depicts a similar sense of independence, drawing inspiration from Burmese, Vietnamese, Laotian, Cambodian and Malaysian traditions. You can start off with Rice Paper Wraps packed with mixed salad, herbs and glass noodles, followed by a holistic platter of Steamed Fish, complete with Thai steamed spinach, served with a choice of Jasmine rice or noodles. To get an absolute taste of the Kung Thai way of cooking, go for the Crispy Duck served with myriad signature sauces or the Golden Noodle Duck which tops a layer of wok fried noodles. Kung Thai also has an elaborate list of steaks and curries to choose from. From deep-fried ice-creams and banana crepes to sorbets and the classic South African Don Pedro, there is no dearth of desserts at Kung Thai. Wash this all down with a fulfilling selection of teas, coffees, beers and ciders.

Proffering a distinct take on Szechuan cooking, China Plate has emerged as one of the much revered restaurants in the country. It has been established by the well-traveled chef George Hu, who has cooked for dignitaries such as President Arap Moi of Kenya. The restaurant serves an array of menus listing some of the most delectable dishes hailing from the Chinese school of cooking. Chicken Corn Soup (served with sake wine and chopped chives), a choice of Mandarin Fish or Veg Mushroom Fu Yong, a choice of Beef or Chicken Chop Suey, Chinese Fried Rice, Ice cream and Chinese tea make it to their six-course lunch menu, which is fulfilling, to say the least. On the flip side, their A-La-Carte menu comprises flavorful fare like Fry Dumplings, traditional Won Ton Soup, Chicken Chop Suey and the sizzling and spicy Prawns Platter. A choice of Sweet Spring Roll or a fascinating Deep Fried Banana with Ice Cream make for an ideal sweet finish. The China Plate is also famed for its take-out facility, which has a designated menu of its own, alongside one boasting select spirits.