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The LivingRoom at Summerhill

Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Newcomer
Fine Dining South African Vegetarian Friendly
Summerhill Guest Estate, 9 Belvedale Rd, Cowies Hill, Pinetown, 3610, South Africa
(201 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • WiFi
  • Fireplace
  • Gourmet Guide Plated
  • Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Newcomer

The LivingRoom’s aim is to showcase our provinces culinary diversity from product to plate.

Additionally, we strive to be one of the country’s flagships regarding sustainability and community development.

Gourmet Guide Description

Since The LivingRoom launched in 2017 it has been lauded as Durban’s flagship of fine dining. Situated on the Summerhill Guest Estate, this culinary getaway is laid-back rather than luxurious, with the emphasis on authenticity and provenance. It has a traditional family ambience guests cherish. Chef Johannes Richter and his wife, Johanna, a wine aficionado, met while working in one of Berlin’s Michelin-starred restaurants. They’ve worked tirelessly, together, in an holistic manner to establish a business that is an integral part of the community. Local, enthusiastic and passionate people are part of their hospitable team, as appreciated as their strong supplier community.

The quest is to develop and delve deeper into endemic produce, and the menu reflects this ethos. Take the dessert that shone on the winter menu – truffle from southern Drakensberg, paired with local pineapple with a touch of pimento and crème fraiche from the Midlands – a veritable journey of food in KZN. It’s four small elements to share interactively. The fresh truffle in the ice cream is a perfect representation of the seasonality and care taken to create revolutionary yet real dishes, plus showcases Johannes’s classical training. The absence of fish on the menu is indicative of their commitment to sustainability.

The multi-course menus are enhanced by Johanna’s stimulating wine pairings. If you take a moment to enjoy an aperitif or parting drink in their newly created library, be sure to admire the pride of fermented ingredients and awards.

Reviews (201)

4.8 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.9
Value 4.7
Service 4.9
Ambience 4.8
  • Sarah K. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 19 Apr 24
    Thank you for wonderful experience. Food was unique, beautiful and tasty. Service was just amazing!

  • Nish N. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Kevin K. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 18 Apr 24
    Simply the best we have ever had anywhere including Michelin starred restaurants in Europe.

  • Jana Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 17 Apr 24
    Amazing food as always

  • Jono Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 15 Apr 24
    A 20th Wedding Anniversary deserves to be celebrated in a special restaurant - The Livingroom is that and more! The food and wines paired together were exceptional.... it was a wonderful experience and would highly recommend to everyone....! Thank you!

  • Sigurd S. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Victoria W. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 14 Apr 24
    A wonderful immersive culinary experience with attentive hosts and exceptional food and wine pairing.

  • François G. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 13 Apr 24
    Just the best dining experience in Durban by far..

  • SHIRA K. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
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Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 18h30 - 21h30
  • Wednesday 18h30 - 21h30
  • Thursday 18h30 - 21h30
  • Friday 18h30 - 21h30
  • Saturday 12h00 - 21h30
  • Sunday CLOSED