Olive and Oil

Olive and Oil Restaurant is a hidden gem in Durban that offers a sophisticated yet relaxed dining experience with a focus on Mediterranean cuisine. For us, it’s the perfect balance between the modern and traditional. We rate it as one of the best restaurants in Durban for this Southern European food style and if you’re a Mediterranean cuisine lover, it’s a culinary dream. 

Due to its popularity Olive & Oil has four restaurants throughout the state, with their flagship restaurant in the heart of Umhlanga.

We love their menu. It’s varied and includes pasta, seafood, steak, pizza and other great options for children. They also offer great vegetarian dishes too. We can never get enough of this place.

Their pasta dishes are to die for, especially the mouthwatering Moroccan chicken, the creamy Gamberi pasta or the tasty Portofino with its plump sea fresh prawns. Each one of these dishes is recommended by us but everything on their menu is excellent. They always bring the dishes to your table while steaming hot, with a friendly smile with all the parmesan and black pepper you could ever want. We urge you to try the pasta dishes. You won’t regret the choice.

For the steaks we recommend the avocado, feta and Dijon sauces to accompany. They are fresh-made. well seasoned and give life to the tender, succulent and delicious grills. You get a side dish of your choice from home style fries, creamy mashed potatoes or perfect rice. All of which work well to complement your juicy steak. 

For seafood lovers, we recommend the Monaco platter. It’s for 2 people to share but includes calamari, crayfish, langoustines, mussels, prawns, squid heads, and line caught fish. So tasty and so fresh!

If you are vegetarian, it has to be their Mushroom and Truffle Pasta. It’s mushrooms, cream, parmesan and truffle oil with a choice of linguine or penne. It is incredible and always cooked to perfection in true Italian Al Dente style.

They have a variety of gourmet pizzas with inventive toppings. All pizzas are thin, crispy and delicious. We love the Marrakech pizza as it’s something special.

The restaurant also boasts an extensive wine list featuring both local and international selections, allowing you to pair their meal with the perfect glass of wine. We love this place and if you’re visiting a Durban attraction nearby, it’s a must visit.

Overall, Olive and Oil in Durban is a memorable dining experience characterized by delicious food and excellent service.  Its bustling vibe is inviting, while the views of the stunning KwaZulu-Natal coast are always spectacular. This continues to be a hot spot for locals and tourists visiting Durban. This should be one of your top restaurants in Durban after your visit.

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