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Lingela - Elangeni & Maharani

Indian South African
Location Pointer 63 Snell Parade, North Beach, Durban, 4063, South Africa
4.5
(6356 reviews)
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  • Buffet

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Earning the reputation as the best buffet in Durban, Lingela at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is a perennial favourite both with hotel guests and Durban locals. Lingela turns the tables on traditional buffets, inviting diners to interact with the chefs who will prepare dishes to your taste.

A range of starters, salads and side dishes, casseroles, Durban curries, breyani, tandoori oven specialities and a carvery with all the trimmings are included in the buffet selection. Choose your favourite at the carvery from roast leg of Karoo lamb with mint sauce, roasted farm fresh chicken with cranberry sauce as well as tender roast beef with horseradish. The dessert buffet offers a selection of gateaux, tartlets, mousses and sweets - the perfect finish to a sumptuous feast at Lingela Restaurant.

Just the Way You Like It

Select your desired cut of meat or seafood, from tender steak and cutlets to succulent prawns and fish, which our chefs will then prepare to your taste. Rare to well done, fried or grilled – you tell us how you like it.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 18h30 - 22h30
  • Tuesday 18h30 - 22h30
  • Wednesday 18h30 - 22h30
  • Thursday 18h30 - 22h30
  • Friday 18h30 - 22h30
  • Saturday 18h30 - 22h30
  • Sunday 12h00 - 15h00, 18h30 - 22h30

Reviews (6356)

4.5 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.5
Value 4.4
Service 4.5
Ambience 4.4
  • Nonhlakanipho Dined: 2 days ago
    4.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 25 Jan 26
    Really enjoyed ourselves and it was truly great value for money

  • Thulile D. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 25 Jan 26
    We had such a great experience from the moment we entered, the front desk staff such welcoming, the waiters & waitresses good service. The food was a 1000/10 complements to the chefs, the lady cleaning the toilets did a good job, such a humble person. I can't stop bragging about the place Thank you guys for everything

  • Room 1017 Dined: 2 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 25 Jan 26
    All is good tnx u.

  • Ntombenhle N. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 24 Jan 26
    Value for money indeed, I enjoyed Prawns , Mash and dessert table was mouthwatering.

  • Delain L. Dined: 3 days ago
    2.5
    Food 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 2.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 24 Jan 26
    Unfortunately dinner was terrible. They put us in the middle of the buffet. People kept knocking my baby's chair. Food was not good at all Everything i took I sent away. Only thing that was good was the service.

  • Avril D. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 24 Jan 26
    This experience was exceptional and truly worth every cent. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, with the live music in the background setting the perfect tone for a relaxed and enjoyable evening. It added such a special touch and elevated the entire experience. What truly made the night unforgettable, however, was the outstanding service we received from Philani and Menzi. Their professionalism, attentiveness, and genuine hospitality were evident from the moment we were escorted to our table until the very end of our visit. They made us feel welcomed, valued, and well taken care of throughout the evening. Their service was seamless and delivered with such care and warmth — a clear example of excellence. A well-deserved 10/10 for Philani and Menzi. They are an absolute credit to the establishment.

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