Lords And Legends

Review: Lords and Legends Brighton Beach

148 Foreshore Drive

Brighton Beach

Phone: 031 467 1677

As with most things in life we oftentimes, are looking so far out into the horizon that we fail to see, the shoreline at our feet and feel the sand between our toes. This analogy so aptly describes, the local Sports bar and Cafe Lords and Legends Brighton Beach, on the Bluff in Durban. Like most beach goers of the local community, driving down to the nearby beach is a respite from the week's troubles and a much needed frolick and tan time. For those who visit from places nearby or far afield, that do not remember to pack the car with mountains of food and drink, my advice is really truly, it's not necessarily a bad thing.

The ideally located, Lords and Legends Brighton Beach nestled into the base of a mountainside, overlooking the ocean is an oasis of true delight. Surprisingly for a sports bar this open plan, bright and breezy restaurant and bar is kid friendly, offering an entertainment area for the kids. The menu, a feast of fuss free offerings for the whole family. We arrived on a beautiful sunny day and seated ourselves upstairs in the enclosed seating area, for the opportunity to view the splendid seaview whilst we dined. One would be forgiven for forgetting one is a stone throw away from their own front door.

The menus offer a choice between their Regular Menu and their famous Lunch Menu. We opted for the daily Lunch Menu suggested by our fantastic waitress, Christine. (Said menu is available Mon-Fri between 11am and 4pm). It boasted ideal light lunches of varying combinations, which were met with glee. Whilst we waited, we took in the spectacular views sipping on perfectly chilled, brilliant colored cocktails that pack a punch and milkshakes. One would be forgiven for thinking you are in a Carribean bar off the coast somewhere.

My man's in house double patty, Beef Burger covered in a sticky bbq sauce, sandwiched between fresh salad and a soft sesame seed bun was relished and devoured within minutes. He found the chips fluffy on the inside and crispy. The two Flat Breads ordered: One Hawaiian Bbq Chicken with Tzatziki and the other, Honey Soy Roast Pork with Cilantro Lime Yoghurt. Both arrived with super soft aromatic flavors, flanked by crispy coated onion rings and those fluffy chips also. The generosity of the portions had both family members requesting doggy bags for their late night nibbles.

My Deep Fried Calamari Strips arrived on a board, beautifully displayed with crispy chips, lemon wedge and a creamy Tartar Sauce. The Calamari was lightly seasoned and the crumbed coating, crunchy. As I sank my teeth into super soft, melt in the mouth strips I pondered, how most places disrespect the calamari by over cooking it. I must applaud their perfection of this offering.

Thoroughly satiated, alas we declined Christine's bubbly offers of desserts, she said we would be hard pressed to refuse. The bill arrived, reflecting a fraction of what one would ordinarily pay, for such an experience. If you ever are at Brighton Beach, go pop in and experience this for yourself. A word of caution though, try not get too familiar, with those brightly colored delicious concoctions, as they quietly pack a punch!

The food and service was very impressive such a huge improvement from the last few times I've been 😁 really nice! Panko calamari steak strips are a winner

We had lunch here today and when we looked at the menus we couldn't decide what to have! There was such a selection of delicious goodies. Opted for the chicken poppers and they were amazing. There is also a wide variety of cocktails which are quite reasonable and delicious. Service was excellent. If I lived closer I would probably make my way through the menu 😜

Cold beer, great lunch, wonderful view and good service. 140 characters needed? Chef does a rare steak perfectly and the shoestring fries and delicious.

Must be the worst food I have ever eaten. 2 meals were sent back. Fish looked like it had been frozen and warmed up in the microwave. Chicken looked and tasted like it had been cooked 3 times. At least we got a full refund. Not doing the Lord and Legends franchise any favours!!

Been here a few times now.
The service is not great but a winning setting. The restaurant looks on to Brighton Beach so meeting some mates here for sundowners is brilliant (apart from the not so brilliant service). Food is not exactly fine dining but is great value for money and is always fresh.
I recommend you keep a look out for the weekly specials, as these are really good value for money.
I usually go for the chicken poppers (Mondays are buy one, get one free for poppers) This is a flattened chicken breast, rolled into a ball after being stuffed with a selection of fillings, crumbed and deep fried. Excellent if you ask for the creamy peri peri sauce on top. Onion rings are great too.
For a meal on a budget with fantastic facilities for young kids, a must try!!!