When it comes to the legends associated with The Oyster Box, one of its finest gems is the celebrated Grill Room Restaurant. Another is Hendry Pakiri, who has worked at the hotel for 50 years and still oversees this elegant dining room as Maître ‘d. With a history stretching back almost 60 years, The Grill Room has always been the epitome of style and fine dining in Durban.
Under the leadership of executive chef, Kevin Joseph, the menu is an inspired combination of enduringly popular dishes, created by Bea Tollman, president and founder of the Red Carnation Hotel Collection, Signature Dishes and contemporary new creations garnered from around the world.
Based on a tradition of beautiful food served and enjoyed in a refined setting, diners are served from our authentic Gueridon and the classic 1920’s Hors d’ Oeuvres trolley with an extensive range of 18 appetizers.
The popular Dinner & Dance every Saturday evening, with its winning blend of exceptional cuisine and dancing to the sounds of a live band – is a highlight on the Durban weekend calendar.
Numerous awards, accumulated over the past four years, bear testament to The Oyster Box’s excellent wine list. Sommelier, Juliet Uruqhart, has assembled a selection of fine local and international vintages, combining Old World style wines with the more robust New World wines. She is on hand to offer advice or make suggestions for those looking for that ‘perfect match’ to go with their food choice.
RESTAURANT BOOKINGS AND DRESS CODE
The Grill Room is open from 18h00-22h30 and the dress code for evening dining is semi-formal. As a guideline trousers and closed shoes for men. To avoid disappointment, it is essential that bookings be made for The Grill Room prior to arrival.
Directions to The Oyster Box
2 Lighthouse Rd
Umhlanga
031 514 5000
