I was surprised with a visit to Dough Girl on the morning of my birthday. I have seen the reviews. I had been meaning to pay Dough Girl a visit for sometime. What an overwhelming and delightful experience. The selection feels endless and adventurous. I had the Brioche with cappuccino. I wanted to try both their sweet and savory selections, plus plus plus everything on the menu!!! I could have, frankly, gone back for a whole second round and possibly even a third if I didnt have a birthday lunch to go to. Coffee was served with a "please may I have another" pastry. The lightest flakiest pastry. The strawberries and slivered almonds on my brioche were probably picked fresh from the garden and popped in because that's how fresh they were. Our waitress Noksi was a gem! She made suggestions, had some quirky fun banter with us and the staff even went so far as to sing for me while they went about their chores. I can write an essay on the place. Attention to detail added to the aesthetics. From the cute plate inlay at the entrance to the personalized chairs and leather flap menus, this is a must on every foodies checklist
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Sad to say that I'm disappointed. My 1st visit was on a Saturday at about 11am. I left empty-handed as the shelf was empty and was told that there won't be another batch baked for that day. I accepted this as my fault. My 2nd visit was on a Tuesday at 9am. (I tried to call a few times to place an order as I didn't want a repeat of my 1st experience, I was expecting guests.) No one answered the number that is provided. I was told that there's always strange issues with info that's on Google Maps. I left the bakery with R450 worth of croissants and custard filled doughnuts because one of the regulars ordered the Nutella ones from behind me, and only after asking about the items I've seen on Instagram was I told that those items only get baked on specific days. (This isn't mentioned anywhere on Google maps or on the Dough Girl website) Today I checked the Instagram ads, tried calling a few times to see what's still available... no answer again. I sent a friend over because I've got the flu... he's come back with regular doughnuts from another bakery because that's where he actually got served. I would like to give a star for each visit, but unfortunately I can't.

No offense to people who leave negative reviews because of low/no stock. This is not your average style mass produced bakery. I know it’s hard for most to understand how this works but the products offered at this bakery take a long time (days) to produce! We have been there numerous times at 10, sometimes after 12 and have walked away with nothing in hand. It’s not a problem because I understand that if I’m late, items will sell out ‍♀️ It’s a bit crazy that this needs to be explained but then it has to be explained to people who don’t understand why the bakery does not mass produce like other bakeries. Whew so as for the products, we have not been disappointed with any goodies purchased. All are exceptional and croissant quality is excellent. Flavour, structure and taste. Oh my gosh, nothing quite like it and in a class of its own Thank you for bringing quality baked goods to Durban

Complete contrast to the original store which I loved. Old store : Friendly staff , amazing pastries . From a variety of croissants to cruffins, brownies and more ! After changing venues , the service has really deteriorated. I've tried to go here SIX times. Only to be told they're closing soon or there aren't any pastries left , even though the website says closing time is 2hrs later. You walk in invisible, no one acknowledges you, you just gotta grab a menu and go find yourself a seat. When you go to the counter to ask about the pastries, everyone tends to avoid eye contact. Really disappointing and won't be returning.

Who knew that Durban would get it's very on pâtissière bakery! And WOW, what a bakery! The staples, like croussants, and pastéis de nata are amazing. Then, on the weekends, the whoppers, like the Courtssants come out to play! Oh my hecking goodness! Every weekend has a new flavour, and NONE have disappointed!! Deep fried, baked goodness with incredible toppings and fillings. It is an experience that is difficult to put into words! You have GOT TO get there early, and expect to queue! But, the vibe it gooood! BE WARNED...you will not be able to leave with just one item!

My wife and I had an absolutely awesome experience at Dough Girl. We got there late so most of the baked goodies were finished. We were warmly greeted and immediately felt at ease. The best part about this spot is it is pet friendly. My puppy Astro had a blast and even made friends with “Dough Girl” herself. I wish I took a picture of the burger I had. It was absolutely delicious. A tasty Durban flavored party sandwiched between freshly baked brioche buns. Superb. I am definitely going back there. Keep up the good work and see you soon @Dough Girl.

Needs a much better queuing system, takes too long to get an order done and people from behind are allowed to order over you and get the last treat's, to then be told to come back in 90 minutes for more, if we want. Coffee and treats were ok. They were not collecting, they arrived after us, screamed what they wanted and pointed to what they wanted in the display window and it was packaged. Even if they were collecting front staff should've let the individual wait their turn in the queue. Perhaps will try again if we observe a better flow.

We tried the baking which was amazing. Just a word of caution, the place is not owned by a Muslim, however they are certified by MWM. Excellent baking and very friendly waiter.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
R 50–100
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Custard Croissant
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free street parking

Always loved these guys and maintain they have some of the best pastries in SA. Unfortunately, today I was left with on of the poorest customer experiences. I wait patiently in line and just as it’s my turn to order, one of their regulars comes in and scopes up the last four items of what I was wanting to take. The sad thing is I raise this and the lady continues to serve the regular customer and says I should wait for the next batch.

Loved it. Awesome vibes in an awesome area. The nachos were fine, but it's understandable because the real show stopper is everything that is dough (baked). Trust me, anything baked that you order will leave you wanting more. The bonus are the fizzy drinks they make and the souvenir condiments for sale inside the shop. Make sure you know the load shedding schedule in the area if you are going with kids that love milkshake.

Got there on a Saturday morning just around 9:30 whilst they were experiencing load shedding - I wouldn’t recommend going there during load shedding as not much is available. The service from the initial waitress was terribly slow. When we had a waitress change, it was chalk and cheese. Great variety of baked goods. Coffee isn’t great. Would I go back - probably not.

Coffee, bakery and service excellent, marred by noisy traffic intersection when sitting outside. Quieter location would make this a perfect spot. Back after a break and if anything the noise is worse. Also continual foot traffic in and out of the den next door not pleasant. It's a pity as I really enjoy the people there and the high quality of the baking and coffee.

This "new"bakery is serving some of the best baked goods the people of the 031 have seen (and tasted). Crisp yet delicate croissants, fudgy brownies and other delicious goodies (including a signature Courtssant on Saturdays) makes this the bakery to be at. Get there early though if you want the best selection and to avoid the queues - they sell out quickly ;)

Probably some of the best pastries in Durban. They open early at 7:30 so that gives you time to grab a coffee and croissant before heading off for the day. There are so many choices and almost daily there's a new unique selection. The portions are big and the coffee is really nice. Lovely service as well from the chef and staff. Would absolutely recommend.

Not so sure about this place anymore. There isn't a proper system in place for ordering or being served. We went for breakfast but ended up leaving without eating due to the lack of customer service. It's the second time I've been there and this time was worse than the last. Hope you guys manage to sort things out..the place has a lot of potential.

Great bakery, their "pasteis de nata" delicious, coffee is good too. Really popular Halaal eatery, adequate street parking with car guards.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Other
Price per person
R 50–100
Food: 5
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 3
Recommended dishes
Pastie De Nata
Dietary restrictions
Halaal

A quaint place with bits of uniqueness here and there... loved it! Their lunch meals are sizeable enough for a one person sitting, though I recommend more chicken or fish options. Most contain macon (beef) which I do not consume. Pastry selection is jaw dropping, dainty and yum! I like that they don't stock cooldrinks A pleasant experience.

Are you looking to satisfy a sweet tooth craving? Dough Girl has some of the best pastries I have ever had. It's always fresh and so yummy. One of my favorite things is that they are always coming up with new flavor profiles and experimenting with different pasty creations. It keeps it so exciting. They also serve breakfast and lunch.

The Dough Girl brand has moved to a larger venue with ample inside and outdoor seating options. The menu has been expanded to include tasty breakfast and lunch options. Creative additions to the menu make each visit a pleasant experience. The product quality remains consistently high. …

The menu has a wide variety of interesting dishes different to the usual fare. Our meals were delicious and very well presented. Service was friendly and fast. I highly recommend it.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
R 100–150
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

As a rule I try to indulge just every 6 weeks. I love the restaurant and the pastries are delightful. Her creativity, her warm and friendly staff make this a local gem! Get there
Service
Take out
Price per person
R 200–250
Recommended dishes
Almond Croissant, Cakes, Pastie De Nata, Cinnamon Twist

Food and the baking goodies are absolutely incredible however I had to wait quiet abit for service as a seated customer, I honestly ended up going to the counter to place my order myself everytime I needed something, that is disappointing. The atmosphere is great and the place is nice and relaxing.

Plain croissants sold out at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday. Cheese croissant had very little cheese, chocolate croissant thought odly square shaped was crispy and crunchy. More chocolate required. Very tidy and clean. Young enthusiastic efficient friendly staff. Lovely setting. Emphasis on quality.

Tasty baked goods. Stop by and purchase from the counter but come early or you’ll leave empty handed. Don’t sit here and eat, it’s a difficult experience, limited menu, and no great service from extremely slow and unmotivated waitresses. Counter and till staff were pleasant.

Excellent food and coffee !
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
R 100–150
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Cakes
Vegetarian options
Quite a few options for vegetarians

Their chocolate Brownies are a MUST if you enjoy gooey goodness! Their Pasteis de Nateis are also amazing...you honestly can't go wrong with any of their delicious baked goods! Just make sure you get there early as they sell out pretty quickly

Delicious food Exceptional service Wonderful atmosphere
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
R 100–150
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Almond Croissant

Dough Girl is our "Go to Place" for scrumptious pastries, cakes, anything baked. The Best flavours, "melt in the mouth moments" The coffees are a treat on their own. Must go early or phone and book. It gets sold out before your eyes.

Loved this little spot in Essenwood Rd. The Barista was amazing and you could see that he loved his art of coffee making. My son had a chocolate croissant which matched any Croissant in Paris!! All the other pastries looked so good.

Tried Dough Girl for the first time today. We will be back! Delicious pastries, freshly baked. Get there early as they are busy and the queue is long! Wide range available but the custard filled donuts and brownies are perfect!

They did not have alot of a variety, it was lunch time and the guy said they still busy making things. It does not live up to what you see in Instagram. Prices are good, just wish we had more of a variety to choose from.

We ordered a custard croissant, chocolate brownie and pastie de nata. The croissant and pastie were both amazing ! The staff were very friendly and helpful. Will definitely be back to try out the other baked goodies.

Lovely little bakery. Absolutely delicious goodies. The staff are super friendly. Definitely recommend this place. The new sit down area looks amazing and their tacos are out of this world. Best I've eaten.

Been wanting to taste goodies from Dough Girl forever. Finally got a chance to pop in there today & wow! The flavours are absolutely fantastic, we had brownies & pastei de nata. We'll definitely be back.

This has to be the best bakery in Durban! Everyone in Dough Girl is super pleasant and the service is brilliant, their pastries and brownies are so delicious and keep me coming back for more!!!

Cinnamon crossisant appeared stale. No options to swap ingredients on menu. Had to collect menu myself.Won't be returning. Went there twice thought the second time would be better.

fantastic bakery that makes some truly inspired items. always a good experience to pop in to get what is hot and fresh. they always have a nice vegetarian option in the savouries.

This is my new favorite bakery in Durban and I must say, it's a true hidden gem! The creative and delicious goodies offered here are unlike anything I've ever experienced before.

Best Pastie de Nata ever!
Service
Take out
Meal type
Other
Price per person
R 50–100
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes
Pastie De Nata

Now I know why the pastries are sold out by midday! One of the most scrumptious pastries I've had! I was sure to get there at 7am sharp to pick one of each. Will be back for sure!

Hands-down the best bakery in Durban. The sweet items are amazing. The savory items are decent.
Service
Take out
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

Courtney (The Dough Girl) created the most incredible cake for my 60th - it was truly breathtaking and the most delicious moist cake i have ever tasted! Highly recommended

What an awesome gem of store this is. The most scrumptious, delicious treats. Well done to the people that work there, such friendly service. I cannot wait to go back!!!

Had my first cruffin here. Delicious. The restaurant also honored my entertainer app, 2 for 1 Cappuccino. Great service and set up for remote work if you really have to.

Got there around 12 on a Friday and all they had was brownies left. Very good service though and great coffee, will have to go back to try some baked goods.

This is my new fav spot the food to the service ambience all great deff a worth while trip if u want something different and refreshing …

Food was average; not many options esp if you are Vegetarian/Vegan Very noisy
Service
Dine in
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

Best pastry I’ve had Recently been picking up the egg wash taste on pastry This had nothing of that Texture is perfect and taste …

The croissant with chocolate was not that great, did not have any chocolate in it, however the pastry was good. The donuts was ok too.

We had an informal mid-morning business meeting. Coffee was good & snacks & pastry were excellent. The environment was nice & casual.

Delicious pastries and amazing coffee, would definitely suggest a try here. Only down side is there is very limited parking nearby.

Always a treat to go there. Sad they are so far away from me but the travel and the the food and the friendly service is worth it.

Best baked goods in Durban highly recommended please go there before 10 or it will be sold out its a must try for the sweet tooth

Awesome place to satisfy your sweet tooth craving. The deserts and pastry on offer are second to none. Awesome supporting local!

Such a special spot! Tasty, fresh breakfast that is reasonably priced and the most delicious chocolate croissants on earth!!!!

Great start to dough girl.sure she will do very well.coffee and products are very high quality.coffee was good.Great decor.

The young lady and gentleman who work behind the counter are lovely! Great customer service and yummy treats :)

Great little bakery with exceptional high quality confectionery. Go early but truly worth it. Well done!

Awesome fresh bakery goodies but make sure you get there early as they sell fast ! Well worth trying

Love it. Slightly overly rich, but it's a great indulgence now and then. Very friendly and helpful.

Dough Girl is very special place; friendly and awesome to treat yourself to theirs yummy pastry.

Love the vibe! The Mr Z special coffee is a win! Staff are amazing! I'd highly recommend …

Awesome fresh dough for that ultimate sweet craving. Theres alot salty treats available …

This place is shere perfection. The best chocolate croissant I've ever had. Go get some....

Delicious coffee, the pastries looked amazing and tasted even better than I imagined …

Lovely pastries and coffee! Really enjoyed the atmosphere and they have amazing service!

Delicious baked treats.Spacious seating. Friendly barrister who makes top notch coffee

Best pastries in Durban. Eaten here 5-6 times now and has consistently been excellent.

Really good coffee. Went close to closing time so could not get any cakes. Next time.

This bakery is phenomenal. Pastries are incredible. Lovely staff. Great coffee too

Nice place. Loved the atmosphere but the tumetic and beetroot chai was disgusting!

Worth the hype . Great service and perfectly fresh . A must visit. …

Amazing delicious food and brilliant service even when it's really busy! …

Lord have mercy! More addictive than cocaine but cheaper . Hats off to the team

Everything. Order everything. U have it. Coffee is great too. Order everything

Great spot for coffee, breakfast and a pastry! Value for money. Nox is a gem!

Scrumptious. PS will update to 5 stars of the next pastries are as tasty.

Excellent hallal food, very good coffee and wonderful pastries and cakes

Good service!! Amazing cakes and Coffee. It is a clean shop. Affordable

Delicious coffee and croissants and friendly efficient service …

Delicious food, great service. Go early to avoid not getting a table

Food was great ! But we couldn't order certain items off the menu ,

Love their stuff. Best to make it there early, they sell out early

Absolutely delicious treats and a great cup of coffee ☕ …

Worst service, terrible sandwiches, absolutely disappointing.

The service is great.. Chai latte is the best I've eva had.

Best Pastie De Nata (Portuguese custard tarts) in Durban

Good atmosphere but pricey, as is everything these days.

Excellent from start to end , love the new premises

A hidden gem serving the best mocha and brownies!

You have to try them out! Croissants are my fav

Amazing bakery but go early to get your fix!

Amazing pastries and great breakfast spot❤️

food is amazingly tasty and well worth it

Great spot! Wish Dough Girl all the best.

Delicious! Great friendly service too.

No stock of anything in the afternoon

No cakes when we got there at 12pm

Really awesome, wholesome vibe

Very nice