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The Chefs Table

Reviewers' Choice 2025 - Top 100
International Contemporary
Location Pointer 1st Floor, Protea Mall, 1 Chartwell Drive, Umhlanga Rocks, 4319
4.8
(3569 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Gourmet Guide Plated
  • Reviewers' Choice 2025 - Top 100

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Menu
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Executive Chef Mathew Armbruster and his brigade of 12 qualified chefs have crafted their menu around fresh, local and seasonal ingredients. The dishes are inspired by what is readily available on the day. Fresh produce from local, organic farmers arrives in the morning and the dishes are tweaked and arranged accordingly. The menu changes slightly every day and each season will see different ingredients and new dishes to enjoy.

The open plan kitchen is at the heart of the restaurant - for the theatre of it but also for the chefs, to stay connected to the energy of the diners. Watch the chefs at work and feel the connection to the food and the beautifully plated dishes being prepared.

Gourmet Guide™ Description

Taking pride of place in Durban’s foodie scene, this restaurant in Umhlanga Rocks is a firm favourite among those who love tasty, seasonal dishes. Many of the offerings reflect the coastal setting, while others showcase produce sourced from the nearby KZN Midlands. It’s always local and sustainable. The contemporary 150-seater establishment is spacious, with the dramatic Tretchikoff mural the focal point…until you see the plates coming out of the open kitchen.

Both the set and à la carte menus may differ slightly on the day, as the team constantly strives for freshness, seasonality, and authenticity. The recent addition of a wood-burning oven has excited the kitchen team. Catering to dietary restrictions with full vegetarian and vegan à la carte menus means every diner cared for with eloquent, elegant creations. The distinctive and diverse selection of wines and cocktails is a drawcard too.

Popular fare includes the beef tongue (Mathew’s first-choice snack), the wood-fired octopus with a Korean-style glaze and kimchi, the West Coast mussels, and the aged beef tartare prepared with cola oil.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 12h00 - 14h30, 18h00 - 22h00
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 14h30, 18h00 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 14h30, 18h00 - 22h00
  • Thursday 12h00 - 14h30, 18h00 - 22h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 14h30, 18h00 - 22h30
  • Saturday 12h00 - 14h30, 18h00 - 22h30
  • Sunday CLOSED

Reviews (3569)

4.8 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.9
Value 4.7
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.8
  • Lourencia V. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 17 Oct 25
    It was our first time eating here will definitely be back the steak tartare was the best and so the steak and the ps dessert

  • Marlize J. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 17 Oct 25
    “’n Onvergeetlike ondervinding by The Chefs Table” Ek en my nuwe vrou is bederf met ’n geskenkbewys om by The Chefs Table te gaan eet as ’n trougeskenk – en wát ’n geskenk was dit nie! Vanaf die eerste oomblik van die besprekingsproses, wat eenvoudig en moeiteloos verloop het, tot by die laaste hemelse happie, was dit ’n ervaring soos min. Ons aankoms by die restaurant is met warmte en egte gasvryheid ontvang. Die personeel en kelners is professioneel, vriendelik en opreg verwelkomend. Elke gereg wat bedien is, was ’n meesterstuk – van die eerste happie tot die laaste krummel het ons gevoel ons is deel van iets besonders, iets bowerelds. Ons kan net ons opregte dankbaarheid uitspreek vir hierdie buitengewone ervaring. Dit was beslis ’n aand wat ons nooit sal vergeet nie – en een wat, glo ons, baie moeilik weer geëwenaar sal kan word. Baie dankie aan almal by The Chefs Table - julle het die standaard ongeewenaard hoog gestel! Juandre en Abygail de Jager

  • Simiso Z. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Renee v. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Kirstin M. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 16 Oct 25
    We hosted a work event at your lovely establishment and was blown away by the food, the service and the help. Will definitely be back!

  • Shantal R. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 16 Oct 25
    We celebrated my husband's birthday at the Chefs Table and we were quiet pleased with the vegetarian options that were available,the food was amazing.

  • kristy-anne c. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Renier K. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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