Northern Tunisia
This cheap-and-cheerful place is one of a series of similar restaurants on this stretch of street. It has a good set menu featuring staples such as…
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Lalibela
We don't recommend staying here, but it's a popular lunch spot where travellers enjoy the leafy, bird-filled terrace. It does the usual mix of local and…
Togo
Don't be put off by the unappealing concrete walls: Lazare cooks up excellent French specialities – how does a côte de porc à la dijonnaise (pork rib in…
Addis Ababa
In an unpromising building by the side of a busy road, Backyard surprises with its softly lit interior, light pastas and salads, and with the steaks for…
Limpopo
A classy set-up in the middle of the village, the Red Plate offers dishes using fresh ingredients, including crisp salads, a selection of wraps, homemade…
Maputo
Burritos, burgers, pizzas and other hearty fare are served up in large portions on wooden tables set around a street-side veranda and cooled by a misting…
Mahé
Excellent food and a lovely marina-side setting are reason enough to come here – the crab and prawn curry with coconut milk is outstanding, as is the…
The East
A local and tourist favourite, this beach restaurant in a lovely coconut grove bursts to the seams on weekends. It has a concise menu featuring Creole and…
Réunion
Fish lovers will find nirvana here: this known-far-and-wide restaurant has a broad assortment of fish delivered daily from the harbour. Order it grilled,…
Lomé
A well-regarded restaurant just east of Hôtel Mercure-Sarakawa, offering a good selection of French and Bavarian specialities, including jarret de porc …
Ouarzazate
On balmy evenings, all strolls lead here for French éclairs, croissants and Moroccan pastries. In the morning, grab a seat on the terrace for coffee and…
Southwestern Uganda
This chilled out Belgian-Dutch–owned coffeehouse serves everything from Belgian fries with mayo to thin-crust pizzas and Greek salads. It has great coffee…
Ghana
The name might not be a winner, but this place remains as popular as ever. The large garden is dotted with pot plants and visited by the odd wandering…
Western Desert
Yep. It's a crêperie in Al Kharga. And the crêpes are rather good too. Choose from a plethora of ingredients (from chocolate to sausage and everything in…
Tetouan
The open-air courtyard shaded by a huge ficus tree is this charming restaurant’s primary attraction – along with the rare alcohol licence. A great place…
Cape Town
Lufefe Nomjana is the young entrepreneur behind this very green business baking bread and muffins made with spinach. It's a welcome vegetarian respite…
Malindi
This Old Man’s been serving excellent seafood, using a combination of local ingredients and fresh recipes, for years. However, don't come to eat at this…
Eastern Cape
This little gem just off Nahoon Beach (but without sea views) serves delectable light meals and superb coffee in a wonderfully relaxed environment. Bag a…
Sunshine Coast
The trendiest choice in town, this venue is part bar and part restaurant. Eclectic decor, casual service, a tempting menu focusing on seafood, burgers and…
Western Cape
It might not be in the Old Gaol any more, but the food at this empowerment venture is still just as good. There’s lots of seating outside under the trees…
Sunshine Coast
This sassy guesthouse restaurant with a charming dining room and an outdoor patio is as adept at serving up light bites as it is heartier meals. The menu…
Port Elizabeth
The Coachman is PE's most famous steakhouse and carnivores will appreciate the menu, an orgy of meat with burgers, steaks, poultry, seafood and umpteen…
Chefchaouen
A lively and cosy restaurant with fun fabrics and intimate seating – some chairs are handcrafted out of tree trunks. The food is traditional Moroccan,…
Réunion
This well-regarded eatery in a cute Creole house off the main drag is a good place to sample authentic Réunionnais fare prepared mama-style. Tour your…
Mahé
Madame Michel presides over this unpretentious, sand-floored eatery right on the beach – it's been around for years and is a local institution. After a…
Arusha
This place at the Gymkhana Club northeast of the centre is in the same family as the wonderful Shanghai. Service and decor are no-nonsense, and the food…
Pretoria
This highly reliable cafe has on-trend industrial-chic decor and a tempting range of breakfast and lunch dishes, all homemade, free range and organic…
Antananarivo
For a real slice of France down the lower end of Isoraka, this Breton crêperie does all manner of savoury galettes and sweet crêpes, allowing you to take…
Madagascar
This charming place, where you eat inside a pousse-pousse, is known for its cheeseburgers – rare hereabouts – and delicious fusion cuisine (such as stir…
Siwa Oasis
This popular hang-out, in a palm grove opposite Shali Lodge, has shady tables and plenty of tea and games on hand for those who just want to while away…
Boa Vista
A short walk west of Sal Rei's main square, this attractive top-floor restaurant has a pretty view of the harbour and serves up a decent selection of…
Jinja
Completely rebuilt in a sleek and modern resort style, this waterfront restaurant serves a long list of Indian, African and Western classics, with…
Sunshine Coast
This convivial restaurant right in the centre is famous for one thing and one thing only: fresh fish (served with fries or rice), savoured in a ramshackle…
Tunisia
This international chain is a local business made good. Come to this branch north of the medina for the top-notch presentation and huge selection (the…
Republic of Congo
More or less the social nexus of Pointe-Noire, this superpopular bakery and cafe does good coffee, pastries and sandwiches, and makes for a great meeting…
Senegal
A friendly, very welcoming restaurant tucked away in the back of the bar Ambuscade, Le Reveil serves up tasty fresh seafood. The fricassé de la mer (a…
Ghana
The outdoor terrace is lovely but if the heat is too much you can always retreat to the air-con dining room. The food is good and varied – the menu…
Sudan
Tuck into a plate of faultlessly grilled (or fried) bulti (Nile perch) at this welcoming fish restaurant right in the centre. It doesn't have a sign in…
Réunion
This sweet spot hidden on a tranquil street north of the centre is perfect for a light lunch prepared with local, high-quality ingredients. It also serves…
Kampala
With a varied menu, seductive cocktails and good service, this refined bistro is popular with Ugandans and expats alike. Tapas are great, but there are…
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