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Iziko Lounge, nestled at 42 Turnbull St in Empangeni Central, is a burgeoning gem in the local dining scene. This restaurant boasts a blend of elegance in décor and a vibrant atmosphere, drawing patrons with its visually appealing interior and selection of drinks.
Reviews vary, highlighting both the positives and areas for improvement. Ray Zibba noted the cleanliness and proximity to the mall, lauding the food but expressing disappointment over understaffing, which led to longer wait times. He lamented the absence of seafood due to an event, yet appreciated the overall vibe.
Conversely, Hlengiwe Nzuza and "Beee" echoed satisfaction with the food quality, with "Beee" emphasizing the lovely drinks. However, a puzzling policy of only offering bottled water when asked for tap water raised eyebrows. Despite occasional service hiccups, the commendable culinary offerings and the aesthetic appeal position Iziko Lounge as a noteworthy choice for both casual outings and special gatherings.
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Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Reviews for Iziko Lounge
Review highlights
Based on 93 reviewsIziko Lounge in Empangeni is commonly praised for its elegant interior design, inviting atmosphere, and quality food and drinks. Patrons appreciate the well-maintained, clean environment and generally positive dining experience. However, service experiences vary, with some guests noting understaffing issues leading to longer wait times. Additionally, there are occasional limitations in menu availability, such as the absence of seafood on certain days due to special events. Some customers also express confusion or dissatisfaction with policies regarding basic amenities like tap water. Overall, the lounge is recommended for its ambiance and food quality, though improvements in service consistency and clearer communication could enhance the overall customer experience.
Place is a walking distance to the mall it’s neat and clean.good food but the service was not good they were understaffed and we waited to long to get our food even other customers were complaining about their orders No seafood available that day reason being they was an event or something Good atmosphere and good vide the drinks
I loved the food and the service was great. The only thing that boggled my mind was that when I asked for a glass of water (wanted to take a tablet) I was told I had to buy a bottle as they are not allowed to give out tap water. That left me puzzled and it just made no sense to me as I had just spent over R500 but was denied a glass of water
This place is elegant from the interior design to the furniture to the food and drinks. The service was okay The food was lovely and the drinks. I definitely recommend this place. Only took a picture of my drink
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