Restrictions are easing, numbers are going down and we are finally starting to get out and socialise again! Whoop! We can’t think of a better way to catch up with friends than over a drink at one of these hot North Coast cocktail spots …
SANDBAR RESTAURANT
The SandBar is a stylish a la carte restaurant and cocktail bar on the beach in Umdloti, just 7kms north of Umhlanga Rocks. They specialise in delicious seafood, fresh sushi and pork loin ribs. Their talented cocktail barman will mix up your favourite beverage while you relax and take in the 180-degree sea views of the Indian Ocean. SandBar also offers a wide variety of excellent wines that will not disappoint. So, if you looking for a seaside restaurant with great cocktails and food … SandBar is the one for you!
Details: SandBar, 30 North Beach Road, Umdloti Beach, [email protected], 031 568 2140, IG: @sandbarkzn
THE LIGHTHOUSE BAR
No matter where you sit in the Lighthouse Bar, the imposing Umhlanga lighthouse is visible everywhere. At the long bar inside, in one of the cosy conversation areas or on the magnificent terrace, with 180-degree views of the Indian Ocean coastline, this rendevouz spot is a firm favourite with locals and visitors … and arguably the hottest on the North Coast for spectacular sunsets and sundowners. Amongst the many amazing cocktails shaken up by their award-winning mixologists is the signature ‘Umhlanga Schling’ cocktail (based on the famous Singapore slinge), which has been ‘Durbanised’ using local ingredients like pineapples and sugar cane. Details: The Lighthouse Bar, The Oyster Box, 031 514 5000, [email protected], www.oysterboxhotel.com.
DANTÈ RESTAURANT & BAR
As we welcome in summer, Dantè Restaurant & Bar in Umhlanga have introduced their new sushi and cocktail menu. There is so much to experience at this exquisite, multi-level venue. Enjoy the hypnotic sea views from their rooftop cocktail bar and lounge or dine in their restaurant area. There’s also an oriental-themed bar, gin bar, cigar bar and a private signature room. Their slogan, ‘dine, drink and discover’ couldn’t be more fitting.
Details: [email protected], www.thedanteexperience.co.za,
FB: The Dantè Experience, IG: @the_dante_experience
