Perfection.
The most incredible starters, calamari & tentacles. Mains, 300g Sirloin with ginger sweet potato wedges, sautéed greens, wasabi butter and oyster mushrooms.
All done to absolute perfection.
The most incredible white wine, and the best dry rosè �
Thank you Cafè 1999, you made our staff Lunch on the terrace absolutely incredible ��
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Helen Nzuza Mngomezulu
+5
It was my birthday on the 4th of april.
My love surprised me to this exquisite ,classy restaurant.
Excellent customer service by Mthokozosi he made my special day extra special the food was freshly prepared the presentation mmm was to die for the taste mmm.
Life is about about making good memories.
Cafe 1999 is highly recommended its worth every cent.
This was just wow! Crispy duck pancakes as a starter, and seared tuna as a main. Very rarely have I experienced a flavour sensation like this.
The duck was crispy, tender and juicy all at the same time. The tuna was out of this world - seared with sesame, and on a bed of noodles, rocket, mint, and ginger - topped with an avocado guacamole.
You have to try this spot.
Incredible service, The staff are very friendly. The food is outstanding too. The restaurant is nice and clean, great setting. It’s definitely a must try.
The experience was absolutely amazing. The friendly and attentative staff were one great thing, but the food was even better. The mains were heavenly and different from the usual restaurant. The play of different spices and textures blew my mind. As for the dessert, vanilla and rose Panna cotta.... My word. A silky smooth panna cotta that just melts in your mouth with the subtle hint of rose made my evening. Overall an exceptional evening.
Had a phenomenal meal tonight at Café ‘99. We had two starter courses - the stuffed and deep-fried kalamata olives were divine, but we thought the chickpea and feta balls were a bit disappointing. For mains, I enjoyed the porcini panzerotti - one of the best pastas I have ever had. Delicate flavour combinations which complemented each other so well - what a great vegetarian dish. To finish off, we had a delicious vanilla and rooibos crème brûlée, which was very creamy and not too rich. Although a bit noisy, this is a wonderful place for a special meal.
The place is amazing, the service was great and the waiter was absolutely well knowledgeable about the food. Food arrived on time, and made with the best of ingredients...sat by the kitchen and enjoyed watching the process. Was not disappointed!!
We heard so many good reports about Cafe 99 and were not disappointed! The Cafe style atmosphere totally uncontrived and perfect for the Italian styled food. Mathew our Waiter was very helpful attentive and knowledgeable, and able to give us some magic food suggestions. Our food. Prawn tails and lamb kebab for starters were delicious. My mains of duck better than expected the others ordered mushroom and chicken dishes both very well cooked and full of devine flavors. We will be back !!
Got to visit this little place for restaurant week. What a lovely showcase of their menu and some added surprises. The food was good but the deserts were to die for. Amazing panna cotta. Very intimate setting. It was a lovely evening.
Dinner here with friends whilst visiting Durban was spiritual. A superb meal from start to finish. Service excellent. Food of exceptional quality!!! Complements to chef Marcelle. See you guys next year.
There is no other word to describe it but exceptional 👌🏻 many vegetarian options to choose from. Last of the very few good restaurants in Durban. Worth a try.
Great service and really welcoming host Mo! Small cost restaurant in central durban. Excellent food, and complimentary starter given. Good selection of wine offered. We had the mussels for starters and the duck pancake for mains with the banana split for dessert. Good portion size. Dessert was one of the best I've had!!!
Visited for Saturday dinner. Ordered 4 vegetarian and 1 lamb starters. All were brought out within 15 minutes of ordering. All starters were excellent.
We then ordered the lamb, line fish and roasted cauliflower as mains. Portions were generous and delicious.
Wine selection is good but could be a little better considering the asking prices. Menu isn't too long.
Customer service is always superb. Decor and ambience were great. It can get a little loud inside on Friday or Saturday evenings.
Definitely a must if you're in Durban.
Anthony George Kirkwood
+5
What can I say, Cafe 1999 is probably the best restaurant I have been to in ages. Excellent waitress who served us, she knew every special for starters and mains completely off by heart. She was well educated on all the gins and wines. The food was absolutely incredible and well presented. Kudos to the staff and owners. Will be back again!
Always a great experience, delicious food most importantly, backed up by great service. Cant go wrong here. The potatoes fried in duck fat is a must!
Absolutely loved this place! Every dish is full of flavour and looks beautiful. Staff are friendly and attending - our glasses were never empty. Will definitely be visiting again
A message from my tongue -
I hadn't even been given breakfast, so when I got there I was super sensitive and needy. However, when the rich flavor infused calamari punctuated with crispy tentacles and chorizo was placed on me, all was forgiven. And it didn't end there. A delicious, succulent steak with tongue dancing flavor followed cast all memory of mistreatment far from me. Of course, the wines that accompanied these two feasts added just the right melody to my dance of joy. And just when I thought it was over, the Halleluja Chorus began - the Espresso 1999 dessert. My buds danced to the chorus of coffee crème caramel, salted caramel, peanut brittle, espresso, and dark chocolate ice cream. All is forgiven...as long as I am taken back to Cafe 1999 soon!
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Great wine, food and service! Super attentive staff who offer an experience rather than just a service
Jasmine Ho-van der Merwe
+5
Was traveling solo in Durban and this establishment welcome me this solo diner. The seared beef strips is top notch, tender and juicy.
Bold flavours with excellent service; A taste advenure! This restaurant is on par with the best!
The perfect night for a date night. The food was exceptional but beware the smooth talking sommelier who will sweet talk you into buying wine almost as much as the food bill. A Durban gem.
Best food in Durban. Awesome vibe and a must visit!!
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