lucky shaker

hidden away amongst what seems to be office blocks and apartments, lucky shaker is a cosy spot with a great vibe. after finding it on zomato, the good rating prompted me to go try it out. the dark-ish interiors make this place a good sundowner/ evening drinks place as they are known for their long list of cocktails. unlike other eating establishments where waiters give you recommendation and specials on food, their waiters give you their specials/ recommendations on cocktails! amazing! their cocktail menu also helps you decide, by splitting it up into sections, ranging from fruity to strong! theirfoodmenu is somewhat limited and the taco portions are small (2 small-ish tacos per portion and pricy on that account) so make sure to add some snack boards to your order. wait staff is friendly and energized. will come back!

amazing service with even betterfoodand drink - a must visit! the interaction is professional,foodspot on and they defiantly promote the drinks - spend a few hours going through the cocktail menu, you don’t need to be walking when you leave there’s always uber!

drink: 4
food: 3
service: 3
ambiance: 3

best cocktails in town!foodis pretty average and the vibe is really awesome however stay clear on a friday night because younger folk come in...

my favourite cocktails in umhlanga. from their cocktail menu which caters for all tastes, to their weekly specials, like the gin of the week, this place has the wonderful drinks. the service is also great, with friendly staff. thefoodmenu which is predominantly burgers, is also decent, however probably not the reason why this place is so popular

lucky shaker has become my families go-to cocktail bar in umhlanga and with good reason. there's a great vibe, amazing cocktails, and goodfoodall under one roof.
word of advice: come early. this is a popular venue and the seats fill up quickly so if you plan on coming in a group of six or more people i recommend getting there timeously.
my favourite part of the evening was definitely the cocktails. the cocktail menu is diverse, original and ranges from fruity to strong. there is also a chalkboard with alternative cocktails written on it that change more frequently than those on the menu. i personally like the fruity cocktails and adored all of the ones i tried (if only i could remember their names!).
thefoodis also a hit. we ordered a variety of meals ranging from the starter nachos to burgers. while everyone really enjoyed their meal we found the nachos to be underwhelming. the burgers looked particularly delicious and well prepared.
the only thing i could really critique is that there is not a bathroom in the venue: you have to leave and walk to a separate part of the building when you need the loo.
overall we had a great time fueled by amazing cocktails and i cannot wait to return.

every single time i go to durban i drop by. it's one of the top 5 bars in south africa.

theirfoodand drinks are 'amazing.' and saying that is an understatement.
you will meet some of the most knowledgable sipsmiths here in sa.
and they get a green bonus: love the fact that they have zero wastage. 100% of all ingredients are used.

from thefoodto drinks, everything has a fresh flavour to it. tried the falafels once and was quiet delish. the drinks never disappoint either.

nice atmosphere. great service from friendly and welcoming staff. goodfoodand a great variety of cocktails. looking forward to going again!

great cocktails with loads to choose from... staff are really friendly .. tacos are small but absolutely delicious!!!!!! you can also watch yourfoodbeing prepared :) will be back

lucky shaker is a trendy cocktail bar located in the hub of umhlanga. it is quite small but it's very accommodating to all guests. young adults find it a lovely go to for a drinks (or drinks) after work with friends or colleagues or for pre drinks before a big night out!

my friends and i visited lucky shaker earlier on this year and quite enjoyed theirfoodand drinks, even though it was very busy! they offered a wide selection of cocktails and the waiters were friendly while advising on which one to try according to our specifications. we were each happy with our selection. my friends ordered burgers as a main meal and i tried their lamb taco. theirfoodwas of s good standard however the burgers were a bit dry. i would definitely go back to try more of their cocktails.

one of the best spots in durban. innovative drinks, greatfoodand good quality service. whenever i'm down in durban we meet with friends as lucky shaker. what i love about lucky shaker is how the bartenders are always willing to make you a drink of your choice. last night a friend requested a drink he had in singapore and if was made to perfection.
i have so many favourites on the menu so i can't choose - the nice thing is that the menu also changes. so there is always something for everyone. if you're looking for a good spot with tasty drinks lucky shaker is the place to go to.

what a place!

i could not find flaw in lucky shaker. the atmosphere was easy, although it can get a bit loud later in the evening. the service is amazing and thefoodis everything.

i went with two other friends and we all got the same thing - lamb tacos except mine was a lettuce wrap. honestly, i thought i'd be disappointed be eating lettuce while my friends went in on a proper taco. it was quite the opposite. 

my meal was a  medley of deliciousness. the portions are smaller than what you'd imagine, but surprisingly satisfying.

the drinks menu quenched my curiosity, i'd say the place for cocktails.
what a great find.

definitely a hidden gem. service,foodand atmosphere awesome. we went for a chilled evening with friend to catchup. this venue is ideal for that. don't expect not to bump into someone you might know but the secret is out.

perfect for after work drinks- a wide variety of cocktails. i love that they dont compromise on thefoodquality because of the bar atmosphere. tacos were amazing.

brilliant. i had the most amazing night here, a small & chic bar with an incredible atmosphere. perfect service, no drink was left un-filled along with divinefoodto snack on. friends took me here as a surprise for my birthday & i can't wait to go back.