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The best curry Ballito has to offer

Looking for the best curry in town? The Best of Ballito is your guide.

One thing about readers on the North Coast? They let each other in on the hottest spots in Ballito.

The North Coast Courier Best of Ballito Readers’ Choice Awards 2023 gave readers an opportunity to vote for the best of everything in town.

Last year’s competition was bigger than ever with 1 164 businesses nominated across 150 categories and more than 230 000 votes cast.

Nominations are set to open for the 2024 competition on April 1. But before we dive into this year’s competition, we want to take a moment to celebrate the current title holders.

This week, we take a look back at the top three curry spots that know how to add spice and flavour,  claiming the title of best curry in Ballito.

1. Salt Rock Hotel
Chicken & Prawn curry with side dishes. Photo: Instagram

The hotel gives off the right ” hearty vibe” when you’re looking to have a lazy Sunday lunch or dinner.

Sunday’s are for lovers and for treating your loved ones to the best curry in town.

The hotel offers a warm, relaxing atmosphere while treating you to the best delicacies.

Salt Rock Hotel’s famous mutton curry – complete with the ever-crunchy poppadum, rice and delicious sambals – should be at the top of your list of things to try out.

Contact: 032 525 5025

Location: 59 Basil Hulett Drive, Salt Rock.

2. Cindy’s Umhlali Fresh Produce & Take Away

 

Cindy’s mutton curry provides a hearty meal.

A visit to Umhlali promises a delicious culinary experience. Cindy is known as the curry queen of the North Coast.

Her homemade spice combinations have secured her mutton curry’s place amoung the most popular dishes.

The curry delivers a bust of spicy flavour that is easy on the tongue.

The quaint roadside cafe has been a fixture of the town for eons.

Contact:  032 061 0111

Location: Main Road, Umhlali.

3. Famous Bunnies  
The carrot salad provided added an extra dimension to the already delicious curry.

Famous Bunnies is the go to spot for lovers of Indian food.

Popular items on the menu include their boneless and seasoned mutton curry backed up by a delicious sauce.

This combination makes it a perfect dish to eat with rice, roti or in a bunny!

A great option in the heart of Ballito.

Contact: 063 218 0295

Location: 14 Garlicke Drive, 1 Gregory Park, Ballito.

See the full list of the 2023 winners here.


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Nothando Mhlongo

Fresh out of university, Nothando has a knack for telling human interest stories. When she's not furiously typing up her next article... you can find her relishing in her favourite dish - pasta.
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