Category: Chow

Chow is a Durban-style curry and bunny chow specialist located at Unit 1, Hilltop Centre, 1 Botha Road, Botha’s Hill (listed with a Hillcrest postal code in some delivery apps, as the areas adjoin closely in the Upper Highway / Valley of a Thousand Hills region of KwaZulu-Natal).

It focuses on authentic local Indian South African fare rather than operating primarily as a coffee bar. Delivery platforms list it under Indian, curry, vegetarian-friendly, Asian, and Halal categories. Customer feedback highlights authentic Durban flavours, good service, affordability, and non-oily preparations (e.g., praise for the beans curry).

Menu Highlights

Core offerings centre on classic Durban curries and bunny chows (curry served in a hollowed-out quarter loaf of white bread), with roti rolls as another popular format:

  • Curries (various sizes; large portions commonly listed): Mutton (on the bone or deboned), chicken (on the bone or deboned), beans/bean of the day, potato (jeera/garlic/turmeric base, optional green chilli), and dhall (split pea, soup-like).
  • Bunny chows: Quarter portions of the above (mutton, chicken, beans, or chips & dhall).
  • Roti rolls: Similar fillings wrapped in fresh roti, plus options like chip/cheese/chilli or chip/cheese/gravy.
  • Sides: Yellow rice, roti, sambals (onion/tomato with green chilli), extra gravy.
  • Other: Samoosas and soji (semolina dessert with butter, milk, cinnamon, cardamom, and almonds).

Prices (approximate, from delivery menus and subject to change) typically range from around R60–R80 for vegetarian/potato/beans options up to R110–R156 for meat curries or larger/deboned versions; bunny chows and roti rolls fall in a similar band. It is positioned as an affordable takeaway/dine-in spot.

Hours and Ordering

Approximate hours listed on Uber Eats (confirm directly, as they can vary):

  • Sunday: ~12:30–17:45
  • Monday: ~12:30–19:00
  • Tuesday–Thursday: ~12:00–19:00
  • Friday–Saturday: ~12:00–19:30

It is available for delivery via Mr D Food (rated around 4.5) and Uber Eats (higher rating on a smaller sample of reviews). Dine-in is also noted in some listings.

Location Context

Hilltop Centre at 1 Botha Road hosts multiple tenants (including, per listings, Julio’s Continental Restaurant offering Portuguese-style seafood and grilled chicken in the same complex). The broader Botha’s Hill area is known for scenic cafés with views of the Valley of a Thousand Hills (e.g., Treat Café, The View Café, Stonehouse, Mad Monks Coffee Shop and Bar—which is also associated with 1 Botha Road / nearby and emphasises coffee, homely food, and a licensed bar atmosphere—and others). Mad Monks is a separate coffee shop/bar rather than part of Chow.

Botha’s Hill itself is a quieter, elevated village just outside Hillcrest, serving as a gateway to the Valley of a Thousand Hills, with a mix of country-style and casual eateries.

For the most current menu, prices, exact opening times, contact details, or to place an order, check Mr D Food, Uber Eats, or search Google Maps/local listings for “Chow Hilltop Centre Botha’s Hill,” as independent takeaways like this can update details frequently. If you’re looking for a combined curry-and-coffee experience or a specific vibe (e.g., sit-down café with views vs. focused takeaway), nearby spots in Botha’s Hill offer more traditional café options alongside the area’s strong curry scene.