Beach Bums
Durban
At a glance
Beach Bums is a relaxed beach restaurant, pub and events venue set beside Casuarina Beach, between Ballito and Durban. The setting is central to the experience, with sea breezes, views across the water and seating that allows diners to settle close to the sand. Indoor and outdoor areas give the venue a flexible feel, whether the occasion is a quick breakfast, an unhurried lunch or an evening meal by the shore.
The menu follows a casual all-day approach. Breakfast options suit slow weekend starts as well as informal meetings, while gourmet pizzas are paired naturally with a beachside drink. Lunch and dinner bring simple, filling meals to the table, with cocktails, beer and other drinks available from the pub. The food style is straightforward and relaxed rather than formal, making the venue suitable for easy meals, social catch-ups and laid-back afternoons.
Beach Bums also functions as a social gathering place, with live music, sporting occasions, weekly events and specials forming part of its character. The atmosphere is easygoing and informal, with friends and families able to spend time over food and drinks while watching the waves. The oceanfront position gives the venue a natural setting for sundowners, casual celebrations and relaxed evenings that continue later at the weekend.
For larger occasions, the venue provides an events setting for weddings, fundraisers, corporate functions, birthday parties and other private gatherings. An events lawn and Bedouin marquee face the sea, offering an open coastal backdrop for organised celebrations. The combination of restaurant, pub and event facilities means Beach Bums can suit both everyday dining and planned group occasions.
Located on Casuarina Beach Road along the M4 Ocean Road, the venue is positioned near King Shaka International Airport and is accessible from the coastal route between Ballito and Durban. Beach Bums suits diners looking for an informal seaside meal, groups meeting for drinks and food, and event organisers seeking an ocean-facing venue with indoor and outdoor options.
