Good Food

Spoon Eatery
Hillcrest 
An upmarket al fresco dining experience with two big drawcards: its interesting menu and its location. Overlooking the Assagay Valley, its rolling green hills and indigenous garden make it the best dining experience with a view in the upper highway area. It encourages a relaxed dining experience where time is never of the essence, specialising in fresh classic cocktails and Mediterranean and Asian fusion food. Whether it’s long afternoons by the fireplace or sunny days in the garden, the aim is to give customers a full experience. Perfect for casual mid-week dinners or for celebrating something special.

Address: 4 Castle Road, Assagay, Outerwest Durban
Tel: 067 029 2200

Napoli Fifteen Pizzeria
The Midlands 
This vibrant eatery specialises in Neapolitan-style pizza, specifically Canotto, with pillowy light bases and tasty toppings. It is not a fast-food eatery; each pizza is stretched by hand using slow-fermented dough and topped with fine, artisanal ingredients. The menu features traditional Italian flavours like prosciutto, wild rocket and fresh mozzarella, while also incorporating locally made Nduja and Chicken Mazavaroo with yoghurt and blistered peppers. They also serve a delectable tiramisu and gelato, as well as a selection of salads and tapas.

Address: Unit 15, Jacaranda Centre, 36 Hilton Avenue
Tel: 082 072 0203

The LivingRoom
Westville
Nestled within the tranquil Summerhill Guest Estate in Cowies Hill, The LivingRoom is one of South Africa’s most celebrated dining destinations. What began in 2017 as an intimate supper club has evolved into a refined fine-dining experience led by husband-and-wife team Johannes and Johanna. He helms the kitchen with quiet precision; she orchestrates front-of-house and a thoughtful, award-winning wine programme. It is intimate and unpretentious: a dining room that was once the chef’s living room, warm hospitality and focused storytelling through food. At its heart is a six- or eight-course tasting menu driven by hyper-seasonal, endemic ingredients, all sourced within a 150km radius.

Address: 9 Belvedale Road, Cowies Hill
Tel: 063 529 1966

Taso’s Bar & Grill
Ballito 
Perched along the coast with a spectacular 180-degree ocean view, it boasts a vibey yet relaxed atmosphere with a spacious deck where guests can watch waves crash while keeping an eye out for dolphins and whales. Known for its signature seafood platters, it also serves crowd-pleasers like creamy garlic snails with melted cheddar, deep-fried camembert with teriyaki reduction, Thai-style curries, snack platters, and its signature 300g Fillet Jack Daniels served on creamy mash with asparagus. With frozen margaritas, Aperol spritzes, and indulgent desserts like strawberry crepes and gooey chocolate brownies with Bar One drizzle, Taso's is perfect for long, sunny afternoons, sundowners, and laid-back coastal dining.

Address: 17 Compensation Beach Road
Tel: 067 941 1458