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Swaadisht Foods
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About
Enjoy an exquisite dining experience.
Features
CUISINES
Indian
Meal types
Lunch, Dinner
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
FEATURES
Accepts Credit Cards
Full Bar
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Table Service
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4.7
110 reviews
Excellent
97
Very good
7
Average
1
Poor
1
Terrible
6
Ane van Rensburg
2 contributions
Oct 2024 • couples
Exceptional Dining Experience!
We had the pleasure of dining at Swaadisht Umhlanga Oceans Mall tonight, and it was truly an unforgettable experience! From the warm welcome to the impeccable service, every aspect exceeded our expectations.
The dishes were expertly crafted, presenting a perfect balance of flavors and spices. The mutton bunny chow, dhal dish and lamb chops were exceptional.
Attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly staff ensured our every need was met.
Vibrant atmosphere, vibrant decor, and upbeat background music created a comfortable and exciting setting.
Highlights:
- Generous portion sizes
- Reasonable prices
- Extensive menu options (vegetarian, gluten-free, etc.)
Verdict:
Saadisht Umhlanga Oceans Mall has earned its spot as my go-to Indian restaurant in Durban! If you're craving authentic, mouth-watering Indian cuisine, look no further.
Thank you for a lovely evening.
Written 19 October 2024
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Kim L
Stutterheim33 contributions
Jun 2024 • family
Such a divine meal out with the family - Mandy and David are excellent waiters, and the kitchen obliged so nicely with individual heat requirements. Good prices, generous portions - plenty of gravy! We loved our meal, and can’t wait to go back again the next time we are in town!
Written 27 June 2024
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Mark Douglas F
7 contributions
Nov 2024 • family
The staff were friendly and courteous. The menu selection is brilliant, your typical Indian selection of foods, but a cut above the rest. The owner / manager and staff were very approachable in seeing to our needs. Would recommend this Indian restaurant when you are in uMhlanga or near Durban.
Written 23 November 2024
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John P
1 contribution
Dec 2024 • family
I made a reservation 1 week ago at Swaadisht Oceans Mall for a table of 30 people. My initial telephonic conversation with the manager, Sharon Maharaj was unpleasant as she had no telephone etiquette and was extremely unhelpful.
I'm view of the taste of the cuisine that my wife is fond of, I went ahead and confirmed the booking.
On 11 December 2024, we entered the restaurant at 19:30pm to celebrate my wife's 40th birthday with family.
The service from Sharon was pathetic as she treated us with arrogance, disrespect and complete disregard for customer dissatisfaction.
To avoid a confrontation we were moved outside, a party of 34 paying customers to be ridiculed by her, bumping into family members, laughing and behaving inappropriately.
This experience has been distasteful and she is the worst Manager of an esteemed establishment that I have ever witnessed.
Proceeding to review the restaurant online, I am flabbergasted that so many individuals have had similar experiences with her and Yet she is still employed as a front end representation of Swaadisht.
Please get rid of this kind of people as their behavior has no place in a public space.
Yours faithfully
Mr John Pillay
Food: 4/5 | Service: 1/5 | Atmosphere: 1/5
Written 11 December 2024
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Thandeka M
2 contributions
Oct 2024 • business
My colleagues and I were in uMhlanga on a business trip and were looking for some delicious Indian food and man Swaadisht Foods Royale - Umhlanga delivered! Food was so good we went back for dinner the next evening and I swear the food tasted even better. Great atmosphere, friendly staff and the fooooood... the best đź‘Ś
Written 10 December 2024
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MLG
Somerset West4 contributions
Mar 2024 • solo
Had a solo buffet here. I really enjoy indian foods and dare say I cook a mean curry myself. So if anything indian is not on point I will certainly let the establishment know. My buffet included tandoori chicken wings, aloo(potato) paratha, cheese paratha, Durban mutton curry and a roti. Which like a champ I paired with Coke on ice.
Lets start with the so so stuff because there was no bad. The roti for me was more of a wrap. Shared the consistency of one. Prefer mine flaky finished in butter. The cheese paratha whilst having a lovely texture was bit bland. I think maybe a matured cheddar will pack a better punch albeit a flavour that is not authentically indian.
The aloo paratha was amazing. Possibly the best, most aromatic I have ever had. The wings were beautifully spiced, a tad chewy but delicious and well seasoned. The mutton curry was a life changing experience. Easily the most flavourful and best seasoned mutton curry I have ever had. I have on occasion gone to fine dining establishments and left feeling shafted given that the food lacks flavour and/or seasoning. This spot is not one of those. Well priced, honest indian food with authentic indian tunes pumping in the background. Wonderful experience. Will certainly return when back in Durban.
Written 25 March 2024
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Linda N
Umhlanga31 contributions
Sept 2024 • couples
Can highly recommend! Great food, friendly staff and authentic ambience. The Chana Masala and Vegetable Curry were absolutely sublime complemented by the Baan Bread, Roti, Carrot Salad and pickle made it a memorable meal. We’ll certainly be back!
Written 10 September 2024
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789Bronwyn
Johannesburg185 contributions
Nov 2022 • solo
This resturant is hidden in a corner of a small centre in umhlanga . It’s the best curry u could ever have. Amazing . Real Durban curry. U can have it hot ? Median
Or mild . I suggest median . Not too hot . Really lovely fresh ingredients .
I have had many dishes . I really enjoy everything .
It’s a must in umhlanga .
Written 2 November 2022
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Janine O.
Tulbagh45 contributions
Oct 2022 • none
We were looking for a good curry place for a bunny chow as it was my husband's first visit to Durban and his birthday, so we decided to give Swaadisht Foods a try. We are from Cape Town originally, so our expectations were quite high, and we ordered the butter chicken bunny chow for him and the Durban bean curry for me. Both were delicious, though of average value for money (the bunny chow was priced a little high for what it is, in our opinions). The music in the restaurant was a little loud for our tastes, but the food and the service was good. We will definitely order from them again when in Umhlanga, although we probably won't dine in again.
Written 24 October 2022
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Wildman
1 contribution
Jun 2024 • couples
My wife and I popped for supper and what an experience. We do love our curries and I have to say this is the best I have had In Durban. I have a 1/4 chicken bunny hot and my wife had the medium butter chicken curry. The staff were friendly and very helpful. We also sat outside on the patio which provided some live entertainment of sports cars passing by.
Written 15 June 2024
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A Bragg
1 contribution
May 2022 • family
My husband and i always ensure we visit here when we come to Durban annually to visit family. This week we introduced my sister in law from Cape Town and had as always a very tasty meal with great service. The portions are generous and the food authentic. We were able to have another evening meal from the leftover takeout the following day! Will definitely be back when we next visit Durban.
Written 27 May 2022
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Uniquetraveller1
La-Lucia158 contributions
Aug 2021 • family
We had family lunch for 33 people to mark a 90th birthday at Swaadisht Umhlanga and had a wonderful experience. Right from the start Sharan had everything under control. She assist with the menu and decor and the venue was fully prepared before the guests arrived. The service was attentive and the food really tasty. On the menu was a starter platter, prawns, lamb rogan Josh, butter chicken and vegetable Breyani and dhal together with naan and rice. For dessert Soji and keer was served. Every dish was well prepared. The venue adhered to all COVID protocols and tables were well spaced out. Excellent experience.
Written 15 August 2021
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David K
Durham43 contributions
Oct 2022 • couples
Off the beaten track but checked out google for Bunny Chow and this place cropped up.
A little bit of a walk but so worth it
Food was delicious and 2 glasses of wine free on a special offer
Both the lamb and chicken bunnie plus samosas were amazing. Everything for about ÂŁ20, unbelievable value, quality and staff were so friendly and informative
Top rating
Written 18 October 2022
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Sherri
1 contribution
Dec 2022 • none
Cruising from Venice to Cape Town on the Sinfonia Cruise Ship and stopped over in Durban for the day.
Our friends from Durban invited us for lunch at Swaardisht .
We ordered Bunny Chows and Kingklip curry and " Whow "the Best meal we had after travelling for 30 days
It was finger licking gooood.
Awesome friendly Staff we even got to meet the Chef to compliment him.
Will definitely be back when passing that way again.
Written 19 December 2022
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Camilla
Richards Bay1 contribution
Jan 2023 • couples
We loved the atmosphere at this restaurant. The waitress was so hospitable. The food is absolutely delicious. My hubby rarely eats Indian food at restaurants but he was mindblown with the flavourful meals at Swaadisht. This restaurant is definitely our favorite, will always stop by when we're in Durban. Keep up the great work!
Written 14 January 2023
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