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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
(213 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 (213)

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

    Reviewed on: Mon 13 May 24
    It amazes me how the menu just keeps getting better!!! My fav restaurant in SA :-)

  • Denzil S. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 13 May 24
    Everything was exceptional, for an evening to remember. The only comment I have is on such a warm evening, it was uncomfortably warm without an aircon or fans in the lounge. Retreating to outside for the last course was far more comfortable. A small issue, which did not detract from a lovely evening, superb service and mind-blowing dishes. Thank you.

  • Mark O. Dined: 4 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 10 May 24
    Superb

  • Louise S. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Rowan Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Lauren D. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 26 Apr 24
    What a fabulous way to celebrate our 38 wedding anniversary. The food was sublime, the service excellent and what I loved was how what was served was local and seasonal. A wonderful experience all round. Thank you

  • Randy C. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 25 Apr 24
    Where to start from. From the ambience to the service to the food everything was superb. Great experience.

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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