Emam Bux Meats Specials: A Durban Meat Wholesaler and Retailer and How to Check Its Deals
Quick answer: Emam Bux Meats Wholesale and Retail is a Durban butcher and meat wholesaler listed at 33 Alpine Road, Springfield, with the phone numbers (031) 209 8897 and 031 207 3789 in business directories, and a Chatsworth branch is also listed. It is classed as a butcher shop and meat wholesaler, not a general grocery supermarket, and directories mention a deli and braai supplies. We found no published price list or weekly specials, and none of the listings gave trading hours, so phone the shop for current deals, cuts and hours before you go.
' 'Last updated: October 2026. Facts come from business directory listings (Cylex, SAYellow, Yellosa, Snupit, D&B) and a supplier's retailer list. Directory data is often old, and we could not confirm a Pinetown outlet. We do not quote prices because none were available.
' 'What the directories agree on
'| Question | Answer | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Business type | Butcher and meat wholesaler and retailer | High: several directories agree |
| Main address | 33 Alpine Road, Springfield, Durban | High |
| Phone | (031) 209 8897 and 031 207 3789 | Medium: listings are undated |
| Other branch | Chatsworth, with only a phone number listed; D&B lists Emam Bux Meats Chatsworth (Pty) Ltd separately | Medium |
| Extras | Deli and braai supplies mentioned in one directory | Low: single source |
| Pinetown outlet | Not found | Do not assume one exists |
| Trading hours | Not listed | Phone first |
Why a meat wholesaler can beat a supermarket
'A butcher-wholesaler buys in bulk and sells whole cuts, large packs and trimmed portions. That can lower the cost per kilogram if you can use or freeze the quantity. It also lets you ask for cuts by weight, thickness and trim, which a supermarket shelf pack does not. The trade-off is that you must judge quality and hygiene yourself, and prices are not always displayed.
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- Ask the price per kilogram, not the price of the pack. '
- Ask about trimming. Fat and bone change the real price per usable kilogram. '
- Ask about halaal status if it matters to you, and ask to see certification rather than assuming. '
- Check the cold chain. Meat should be kept cold and look fresh. '
- Ask about minimum quantities for wholesale prices. '
Worked example: cost per usable kilogram
'The numbers are invented to show the method, not Emam Bux prices.
'| Option (invented numbers) | Price per kg | Usable yield | Cost per usable kg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trimmed stewing beef | R105 | 95% | R110.53 |
| Untrimmed beef with fat and bone | R85 | 75% | R113.33 |
| Boneless chicken breast | R90 | 100% | R90.00 |
On these assumptions the cheaper-looking untrimmed beef is slightly dearer per usable kilogram, which shows why yield matters.
' 'Braai planning for a crowd
'If you are buying for a function, plan about 250 to 300 g of raw meat per adult for a main meal, a little less if you also have several sides, and add extra for teenagers. Estimate how much space your fridge and cooler boxes have, because meat should be kept at 5 degrees Celsius or lower until it goes on the fire. Cook poultry and mince thoroughly, use separate boards and tongs for raw and cooked meat, and do not leave meat out in the sun.
| Guests | Meat at 275 g per adult | Add 15% buffer |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | 2.75 kg | 3.2 kg |
| 20 | 5.5 kg | 6.3 kg |
| 40 | 11 kg | 12.7 kg |
Compared with other places to buy meat in Durban
'| Option | Strength | Watch-out |
|---|---|---|
| Emam Bux Meats | Butcher-wholesaler with bulk and braai supplies | No published prices or hours |
| Supermarkets (Shoprite, Checkers, Pick n Pay) | Catalogue specials and loyalty prices | Pre-packed portions |
| Frozen specialists such as Econo Foods | Bulk frozen packs | Stores listed mainly in Gauteng |
| Independent butchers | Custom cuts | Prices vary |
Pros and cons
'Pros
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- Specialist meat knowledge and custom cuts. '
- Possible bulk savings. '
- Branches in more than one Durban area. '
Cons
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- No published prices, hours or website found. '
- Directory data may be old. '
- You need cold storage for bulk purchases. '
Frequently asked questions
'Where is Emam Bux Meats?
'33 Alpine Road, Springfield, Durban, with a Chatsworth branch also listed.
'Is Emam Bux a supermarket?
'No. It is listed as a butcher and meat wholesaler and retailer.
'Is there an Emam Bux in Pinetown?
'We found none. Phone to check.
'Does Emam Bux have specials?
'We found no published specials. Phone the shop.
' 'Sources
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- SAYellow, Cylex, Yellosa and Snupit directory listings for Emam Bux Meats Wholesale and Retail '
- Dun & Bradstreet: Emam Bux Meats Chatsworth (Pty) Ltd '
- Saikav Foods retailer list '
