Must-see restaurants in Africa

  • Stellenbosch Wine Bar & Bistro

    Windhoek

    When well-to-do locals want an enjoyable night out with the guarantee of good food, this is their number-one pick. With a classy outdoor-indoor setting…

  • Rick’s Café

    Casablanca

    Immerse yourself in Bogart and Bergman’s Casablanca at this reimagining of Rick's celluloid cafe. The art deco interiors, the strains of ‘As Time Goes By’…

  • Restaurant Villa Mandarine

    Rabat

    If you’re not staying at this hotel, it’s worth jumping in a petit taxi to Rabat’s embassy district for lunch or dinner in its gorgeous perfumed garden…

  • Le Cabestan Ocean View

    Casablanca

    Perched beneath the lighthouse, this stylish restaurant has a French Riviera feel and Mediterranean-inspired menu. Opt for just-caught fish and seafood,…

  • Kategna

    Addis Ababa

    A pleasingly modern take on the traditional Ethiopian restaurant, Kategna feels like a classy urban cafe with its soothing colour scheme, low wooden…

  • Caleta

    Santo Antão

    A bistro-like restaurant with sidewalk tables on the waterfront, Caleta has a French owner who conjures up a mix of European and Cabo Verdean specialities…

  • Lookout Cafe

    Victoria Falls (town)

    A stunning location overlooking Batoka Gorge. Enjoy views of the bridge and the Zambezi river while tucking into a burger or crocodile kebab, or a cold…

  • Ben Abeba

    Lalibela

    Easily one of Ethiopia's coolest restaurants, this Ethio-Scottish-owned, Dalí-esque jumble of walkways, platforms and fire pits is perched on the edge of…

  • Tshokwane

    Kruger National Park

    About halfway between the rest camps at Satara and Skukuza, or between Lower Sabie and Satara, Tshokwane has been transformed from an attractive picnic…

  • Doken

    Tunis

    There are many delights in the medina, but very few are food related. An exception to this rule, Doken serves excellent Mediterranean-accented food …

  • Cafe Dijo

    Gaborone

    This classy but casual place is one of our favourite haunts in Gabs. The lunch specials change regularly, but usually include Thai chicken curry, chicken…

  • Eureka Table d'Hôte

    Mauritius

    To deepen your Eureka experience we recommend planning your visit around noon to enjoy a relaxing repast at the in-house table d'hôte. Sample an…

  • Chez Philippe

    Mauritius

    Take-away-only Chez Philippe is a fabulous little deli serving up pre-prepared takeaway meals, such as salads, lasagne and creative interpretations of…

  • Sky Restaurant

    Lesotho

    Maseru's best new restaurant sits atop the Mpilo Boutique Hotel, dishing out Basotho favourites such as cured venison carpaccio, whole local trout and…

  • Rickshaws Cafe

    Northern Mozambique

    The new kids on the block have nabbed a beautiful sunset location on the island's western side where you can sit alfresco and relish food from a menu that…

  • Addis in Dar

    Dar es Salaam

    Addis in Dar is decorated with embroidered umbrella lampshades, hand-carved seats and woven tables where food is served communally. Try a combination meal…

  • La Table d’Alexandre

    Nosy Be

    For a decadent lunch on a day trip around the island, stop at Alexandre’s. The debonair French chef here serves exquisite cuisine in a dining room that…

  • NKOA

    Casablanca

    This supercool spot takes its inspiration from global flavours, mixing them with Moroccan produce and European culinary techniques. The result is creative…

  • Chez Madame Chabaud

    Western Madagascar

    Small, intimate and oh-so-delicious, Chez Madame Chabaud is a Majunga institution. Christiane (the original Madame Chabaud’s daughter) prepares a divine…

  • Tamarind Restaurant

    South Coast

    Without doubt the finest restaurant around Mombasa, Tamarind looks out over the harbour. Laced with high white arches, this refined restaurant has a…

  • View Bar & Grill

    Kumasi

    Without a doubt the best restaurant in Kumasi. Delicious and beautifully presented food is served up in stylish surroundings, with expansive windows…

  • Joe’s Beerhouse

    Windhoek

    A legendary Windhoek institution, this is where you can indulge (albeit with a little guilt…) in flame-broiled fillets of all those amazing animals you’ve…

  • Al-Yusra

    Nairobi

    Roast camel, fried goat and plenty of pilau rice dishes just like Somalis and like-minded Kenyans love them make this busy 1st-floor place a hit,…

  • Creole Shack

    Flic en Flac

    Set just back from the beach so that passers-by don't even know it's there, this wood-lined place does authentic Creole cooking like coconut prawns,…

  • La Falaise Rouge

    Mauritius

    Reached through an attractive honour guard of palm trees between Mahébourg and View Grand Port, La Falaise Rouge combines good food with stunning views –…

  • Geza Gereslase Cultural Restaurant

    Northern Ethiopia

    If it’s Ethiopian food you’re after, the big tukul across the street from Eve Hotel is easily Adigrat's best. Traditional decoration and well-priced…

  • 5 Sentidos

    São Tomé

    The 'Five Senses' has rapidly emerged as one of the top gastronomic options in the city. Powered by Lisbon chef João Nunes (formerly of Omali Lodge), it…

  • Mandala Society

    Essaouira

    This newcomer on the medina’s main drag quickly developed a loyal following for its arty decor, organic meat-free menu and top-notch coffee. Expect…

  • Wang Thai

    The North

    Long the best restaurant in town and a pioneer of authentic Thai food in Mauritius, Wang Thai is a sophisticated, airy place with Buddha statues and raw…

  • Abou El Sid

    Alexandria

    This swish Egyptian restaurant has kept much of the old setting of Pastroudis Cafe, the famous literary haunt, adding the wonderful art of Chant…

  • La Mouette

    Sea Point to Hout Bay

    New takes on the classics (such as herb gnocchi and smoked pork belly) and fresh inventions (including kudu loin with fermented cabbage, BBQ carrot puree…

  • Zephyrion

    Mediterranean Coast

    This excellent fish taverna (the name is Greek for ‘sea breeze’) was founded in 1929 and serves first-class fish and seafood on a sweeping blue-and-white…

  • Barbara’s Bistro

    Botswana

    Located in the town's eastern outskirts in the sports club, this leafy spot is a fabulous choice. Barbara, the German owner, is a charismatic host and…

  • Le Sport Nautique

    Bizerte

    This highly regarded restaurant with breezy terrace is quite simply one of the best in the north. Fresh fish, cooked in any number of ways (grilled, baked…

  • Le Corail

    Tunisia

    Known for its ultra-fresh seafood, this upmarket choice offers private dining rooms downstairs and a large restaurant space on the 1st floor. The food is…

  • Portuguese Recreation Club

    Zimbabwe

    Given this old-school club was set up for the local Portuguese/Mozambique community (with an honor board dating to the 1950s), it's not surprising the…

  • Four & Twenty Cafe & Pantry

    Cape Town

    A favourite among the Little Chelsea (Wynberg Village) crowd, this rustic but chic spot serves a small menu of delicious creations, from gourmet salads…

  • Oriental

    Dar es Salaam

    From the high sheen of the marble-tiled floors to the elegant Asian-inspired furnishings, gloved waiters and immaculate sushi bar, the Hyatt's gourmet…

  • Courtyard

    Port Louis

    Set around an attractive courtyard, this European-style restaurant also features professional service, and an impressive menu that focuses on a memorable…

  • O'Baya

    Réunion

    Sick of stodgy carris (curries)? Then head here for loveable fusion fare served in a strong design-led interior. The menu drips with panache and the chef…

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