Load shedding can be such an inconvenience, especially when working from home. Luckily, this list of blackout-proof restaurants in Durban offers plenty of wifi and delicious food to boot!

Lupa Osteria (Hillcrest, Westville, Florida Road, Durban North, Umhlanga, Ballito)

Load shedding does not get this lot down. Enjoy everything as per usual even when the power is out.

 

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Spur Steak Ranch (Pinetown, Waterfall, Durban CBD)

All of the Spur Steak Ranches offer uncapped wifi as well as delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner menus that will satisfy all your needs.

Bike and Bean (Point Waterfront, Umhlanga)

Load shedding got you down? Bike and Bean at the Point Waterfront and their Forest Cafe in Umhlanga have got you covered with free wifi and delicious coffees during load shedding.

Old Town Italy (Umhlanga)

Old Town Italy remains fully operational during load shedding, thanks to a backup generator.

 

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Vovo Telo (Florida Road)

Vovo Telo has backup power so you can work while enjoying any of their top-rated breakfasts or lunches with a cup of coffee.

Willow Way Manor (Assagay)

Willow Way Manor is a no-stress zone! They always have power, super-fast wifi and a friendly team, even during load shedding.

 

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La Parada (Gateway)

La Parada continuously serves innovative and mouth-watering dishes even during load shedding. Free wifi is available too.

 

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Bellevue (Kloof)

Load shedding can’t knock their lights out! While the traffic lights may be down and dinner may consist of a lot more takeaways, you’ll still be able to enjoy Bellevue’s delicious food as always.

1904 Bistro Americain (Kloof)

Relax with wifi and exquisite food at 1904 during load shedding.

 

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Waxys (Westville, Hillcrest, Durban)

All branches of Waxys are fully operational during load shedding, with wifi and all!

La Rosa Mexican Grille (Suncoast)

Don’t be left in the dark – come get your Mexican on at La Rosa during load shedding.

Stretta (Hillcrest)

Stretta operates at full capacity during load shedding, with access to wifi, so why not grab a coffee here and work too?

 

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Oscar’s Café (Hillcrest)

Oscar’s won’t let a power cut ruin your day. Free wifi is available during load shedding.

Stokers Arms (Kloof)

A back-up generator keeps the bustling Stokers Arms up and running, Eskom or no Eskom.