Agadir
Occupying a series of elegant white blocks by the beach at the entrance to the marina, Les Blancs' claim to fame is its paella, the house speciality (two…
Must-see restaurants in Africa
Cape Town
Decent kosher cafe that's in the same complex as the South African Jewish Museum and the Great Synagogue. The wide-ranging menu includes snacks and…
Sousse
Its concept is all-American diner (movie memorabilia, booths etc) but the reality is typically Tunisian, with groups of families and friends enjoying…
Hammamet
A popular cafe with a large, watch-the-world-go-by terrace, Canari is good for milkshakes, ice cream and fresh juices, and there are also sandwiches and…
Malabo
This huge place spreads over several floors, including a lounge with sports screen and a terrace with shisha. There's a wide Lebanese menu with dishes…
Mirleft
When you tire of tajine, the friendly folk at Zan Zan will dish you up decent pasta, coffee and smoothies in a cosy yet tasteful setting overlooking the…
Buttercup Coffee Shop & Bakery
Northern Cape
There's decent coffee at this cavernous place a short walk from the ocean. You'll also find home-baked cakes, waffles with sweet and savoury toppings and…
Western Tanzania
If you are willing to exercise your Swahili to its fullest and don't mind if things get lost in translation, this no-name eatery has delicious cheap set…
Cape Town
This spotlessly clean butchers generally has a relaxed, peaceful vibe since it doesn’t sell alcohol. The cuts of meat – beef, lamb, pork, sausages and…
Dar es Salaam
Located in the Slipway shopping complex, this place is Dar's most popular sundowner spot, with westerly views over Msasani Bay. Palm-thatched umbrellas…
Lesotho
Locals and expats mix easily in this streetside garden cafe, which takes its Gallic theme from the adjoining Alliance Française cultural centre. The light…
Mozambique
This very basic cafeteria with iffy toilets and part-covered, part-open seating serves coffee and pastries (your best bet), and a mix of African and…
Kinshasa
There's a reason why this large, canteen-like Lebanese place is always full to bursting, and that reason is price. The food is classic Lebanese fast food…
Rabat
This old-school restaurant – dimly candlelit with red-and-white checked tablecloths – serves some of the best Italian food in the city. Some of the pasta…
Tunisia
This bright and modern pâtisserie sells makhroud (date-filled semolina pastries soaked in honey), kaak warka (biscuit flavored with almond and rose water)…
Taghazout
Grab a plastic chair and join Tagazhout locals chowing down on the catch of the day. Grill-masters fan the fish sizzling on the roadside barbecues;…
Northern Madagascar
Vlad and Stella serve whatever is freshest today in their open-air restaurant overlooking the sea. Check out what they have and then wander the market for…
Zambia
Highly recommended by area expats and one of the few places to eat in the village of Mfuwe is friendly Dorphil Restaurant. The owner/chef Dorika prepares…
Aswan
A cafe terrace and restaurant to head for at sunset (if you can't get to the Cataract Hotel) for its views over the First Cataract. Sit on the huge shady…
Simien Mountains National Park
Just up the hill and opposite the bus station, this simple cafe does excellent breakfasts, including ful (an Egyptian staple of broad bean and butter…
Réunion
No longer the best place on the west coast to try out Creole food – standards have dropped over the last few years – La Marmite still offers some value if…
Windhoek
You can shop for handicrafts here and get a bite at the same time from the busy little kitchen which churns out decent fuel, such as toasties, burgers and…
Dakhla
Spanish flavours and Atlantic seafood come together at this long-established local favourite. Tuck into tortilla, paella and well-priced grilled catch of…
Winelands
A firm favourite with locals, this long-running restaurant offers everything from jambalaya and Southern-style ribs to Thai green curry or a hearty game…
Dadès Gorge
Leisurely lunches at this pretty garden restaurant near the mouth of the gorge include flavourful vegetarian options, omelettes and vegetable tajines and…
Imlil
Tiled tables in the garden of this downtown hotel offer a tranquil dining retreat. Aside from the standard selection of tajines and grilled meats, you can…
Winelands
A friendly spot serving decent coffee and a little bit of everything, food-wise. There are tables on the front stoep, but the shady terrace at the back is…
The North
Right opposite the car park for the botanical gardens, this place does a catch-all selection of European, Mauritian, Chinese and Indian dishes – try the…
Lomé
A nirvana for carnivores, this cheery restaurant in the market area is lauded for its top-quality meat dishes, including a sensational côte porc grillée …
Victoria
This buzzy eatery, popular with students, rustles up light meals including salads, soups and sandwiches. It's nothing special but its location means it…
Cameroon
You'll find this cluster of open-air grills with attached seating where the fishing boats haul up on Limbe's main beach. Soak up your beer with something…
Southern Tunisia
Patisserie Sahara is a good place to fill up on corne de gazelle pastries shaped like gazelle’s horn and filled with chopped nuts soaked in honey, which…
High Atlas Mountains
Some 300m after the city gate on the left, this sidewalk restaurant serves a mean rotisserie chicken. If you've got a sweet tooth, the affiliated pastry…
Dadès Gorge
At the top of the gorge, this busy restaurant (sometimes full of tour groups) offers magnificent views over the notorious switchback road – which the food…
Mahé
You're sure to find something to fill a gap at this unpretentious eatery across the road from the beach (no sea views). The menu is a mixture of French,…
CTT Restaurant & Handicrafts Cooperative
Cameroon
The food here is a standard blend of Cameroonian and Western fare. The real drawcard is the surrounds, specifically a workshop of regional handicrafts, a…
Northern Atlantic Coast
This Spanish-owned place opposite the beach is popular with the easy-going surfer crowd for its paella (fish, chicken or seafood), burgers and tajines…
Grand Baie
Burgers, pizza, pasta and sandwiches go nicely for a quick lunch, but the trio of fish carpaccio has a lovely fresh feel to it. They also do steaks and a…
Burkina Faso
L'Eau Vive offers imaginative French cooking and a varied menu. Try the fresh mango juice – it's absolutely delightful. It's the sister venue of the…
Conakry
The city's best-known French restaurant is very popular with expats and has a lovely calming garden setting and plenty of space, but the food is only so…
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