Nyama Choma: Best Places Where to Eat Meat in Kampala
Where Uganda has taken roasted and fried pork to an art form neighboring Kenya has their own: Nyama Choma, or roasted beef. In fact, Nyama Choma means ‘roasted meat’ in Kiswahili.
Nyama Choma is prepared by basting chunks of beef with a mixture of salted water while it roasts on the grill. It takes an average of thirty minutes to prepare and roast and is served either on a large plate or tray depending on the quantity you have ordered. When ordering, and depending on how many kilos you are prepared to consume, you can usually choose which you beef cut you prefer.
Nyama Choma is served either chopped into bite-sized pieces or brought as whole. As is custom, it is always served with side dishes like Kachumbari (a salad of diced tomatoes and onions), Ugali (a thick porridge made from maize meal), Mukimu (a dish made from a mixture of maize, potatoes and mashed vegetables) or French fries. Much like with pork, it is common for Nyama Choma fans to have a drink or two as they devour their meal.
Nyama Choma joints aren’t easy to find in Kampala but we have scouted out some of the finest so you don’t have any excuse not to try it!
Jeans Pub in Namuwongo is very popular among the nyama choma community – especially among Kenyans living in Uganda. “These guys prepare Nyama choma the proper way,” said Deejay Tumz a Kenyan national who has lived in Kampala for over five years. There, nyama choma is served with kachumbari, mukimu or ugali depending on your preference and a kilo is 20,000 UGX.
In Kansanga, right next to KIU Main Hostels, is Kungo Maito. This place is a favourite of Kenyan nationals living in Kampala as its nyama choma is relatively cheap. Served with sukuma wiki, a plate is as low as 2,500 UGX. A kilo goes for 20,000 UGX and half is 10,000 UGX.
Kruchy Bites is also another nyama choma place near Chicken tonight in Kansanga. Nyama choma here costs 16,000 UGX a kilo and half is 8,500 UGX without any accompaniments.
Nyama Point can be found in the Kamwokya Center on Old Kira Road. A kilo of choma here is 17,000 UGX. Half a kilo costs 9,000 UGX and side dishes such as sukuma wiki, spinach, ugali and roasted matooke are as low as 1,000 UGX per portion. They serve their nyama choma grilled, deep fried and pan fried. Nyama choma here is served on skewers or as whole meat which on their menu is referred to as tumbukiza.
In Bugolobi, opposite Nakumatt Supermarket, is Roosters. A kilo of Nyama Choma at this place costs 17,000 UGX and half a kilo is 8,500 UGX. A side dish of kachumbari, sukuma wiki, ugali or a combination of the three costs an extra 3,000 UGX.
Still in the Bugolobi area is Bamboo Nest. The only type of Nyama Choma served is goat’s meat on skewers. Each skewer costs 8,000 UGX and has 4 pieces of nyama. If you are interested in any side dishes, Kachumbari costs 3,000 UGX, cassava, Sukuma wiki, avocado portions start from as low as 1,000 UGX. They don’t serve ugali.
Rock Catalina is a bar in Ntinda town that has stood the test of time. A plate of nyama choma starts from as low as 6,000 with accompaniments of kachumbari and sukuma wiki. Half a kilo costs 12,000 UGX while a kilo is 24,000 UGX. As their banner indicated, they pride themselves in preparing nyama choma in the Kenyan style.
Triple R formerly known as R&R, located in Ntinda new market, is another place that serves nyama choma. A plate of Nyama Choma costs 7,500 UGX.
Read More10 Best Places Where to Dine Out With Kids
Most families – whether big or small – would like to go out as a family but are restricted by having entertainment for their children. Very few restaurants and hotels in Kampala have facilities that cater for the needs of families with children. Below are a few that do in hopes that both parents and children can go out and have an enjoyable and relaxing time.
Hotel International in Muyenga has a kid’s park that is open all week long. While it is open all day, every day it is more visited on weekends and holidays. Parents can lounge in the gardens, restaurant or at the bar while the children in the park are looked after by a child minder. The park has a bouncing castle, a variety of swings, cartoon characters to mingle with the children, ice cream and cotton candy. There is also a swimming pool with a life guard on duty to guard the children. For those children who are aqua phobic, they can enjoy a donkey ride around the grounds. Hotel International: For more details call: +256414 510 204/2, +256 774 682 082, +256 774 680 037. Email: hotelinternational2000ltd@gmail.com and website www.hotelinternational2000.co.ug.
Centenary Park also has a playground at Vitamin Café, right next to Effendy’s Turkish Restaurant. They have child minders watching the child which allows parents to relax any of the other eateries in Centenary Park. Vitamin Café has food and soft drinks for the children and parents should place their child’s order before leaving and the miner’s will ensure that the children are well taken care of in their absence. The activities offered for the include: swings, slides, baby swings, and a bouncing castle. This children’s park is open for birthday parties and reservations can be made. Plot 34-38, Jinja road, Kampala, tel: +256 772 498215, +256 702 332288, email: sarakizito@centenaryparkuganda.com, info@centenaryparkuganda.com.
Vitamin Café: This is an amazing restaurant where you can have good time with your kids.
Café Roma in Muyenga (pictured above) also has facilities for children between the hours of 11.30am and 8.00pm. They have trained child miners who watch children on the playground which has a trampoline, swings, a slide, sandpit, and tree house. Children can also colour cartoon pages, or doodle on a chalkboard. If they would like they can also make their own pizza for lunch or dinner! Café Roma: Plot 689 Muyenga road, Kampala. Tel: +256 (0) 792 501 847. Email is cafferomauganda@hotmail.com
Silver City Spur is a steak restaurant located in Golf Course Hotel. They have well trained minders to take care of children of all ages and they are open all week. The children activities offered include: cartoon movies, play stations, trampoline, and face painting. They organize birthday parties and give away free party bag gifts and balloons. Silver City Spurs: Reservations can be made online: reservations@golfcoursehotel.com or by calling +256 414 563500, +256 312 302280. For more details: www.golfcoursehotel.com.
Tips for Hanging Out With Kids
Going to a restaurant that doesn’t have child minders, or entertain children needn’t be an unpleasant experience if you are prepared ahead of time. First, make sure your children know how they are expected to behave at a public restaurant.
Second, make sure they know that they are responsible for not only the family having a nice time but also the people dining around you having a nice time.
Third, consider a reward for good behavior – such as a dessert or other treat.
Fourth, consider bringing along some quiet activities to keep children occupied while at the restaurant. A book, puzzle, colouring pages, and crayons can do the trick. Remember that restaurants are, at once, very exciting to children, and very boring. There’s a lot of waiting for things that doesn’t normally happen during meal times at home and there’s a lot going on around them.
Hanging out with the kids at restaurants shouldn’t be a dreaded event. Find a location that meets your needs and your children will enjoy and have a great weekend together as a family.
Read MoreYujo Izakaya Japanese Restaurant
The owners of Yujo are young and enthusiastic about everything Japanese, a penchant reflected throughout the restaurant. Check the bottoms of the soy sauce cups if you’re unsure – no Chinese makes or models here. Everything in the restaurant is authentically Japanese including the ingredients 90 percent of which are from Japan.
The first dining area strikes the right mood being calm, cautiously lit, and open and with six to eight tables surrounding a large bar/sushi counter that seat about 20. There is also an ‘Izakaya’ dining area in another building where patrons sit on traditional tatami mats on the floor and eat from low tables.
The wait staff are numerous, attentive and knowledgeable – which is good as anyone less than a sushi aficionado will find the six page menu daunting. There were eight staff on the dining floor serving seven tables plus two chefs behind the counter.
The chefs have had 15 years training in Japanese cuisine and it shows in the dishes produced. Yujo’s does serve an ample variety of Japanese dishes so it would be a shame if it became pigeon-holed as a ‘sushi restaurant’ with customers not venturing on to other items. The Katsu Don (a bowl of rice topped with a deep fried pork, egg and vegetable) had a disappointing lack of promised leeks (being cheekily replaced by scallions) and vegetable but despite this was comparable to what one would find in London. The sushi was also comparable to decent London sushi restaurants. Sushi can be ordered a la carte or by platter with platter prices varying from 29,000 to 78,000. The platters were fresh and plentiful with only the shrimp being unimpressively chewy and the maki rolls being loosely rolled.
Starters vary from Miso Soup at 7,000 to Tempura, Udon, Tataki and Katsu up to 26,000. Other mains are in the 24,000-38,000 range. The drinks menu bears an extensive non-alcoholic section with concoctions veering inventively from the standard Kampala list of a couple of sodas and a juice options. Wine is served by bottle (up to 75,000) or by the glass (7,900).
Four other items bear special mention. First, parking is street side so can be limited. Second, unless dining early book a table – especially if your party is over four people – or you will find a wait or be seated at the bar. Third, the choices in background music on any given evening are bemusing – take notice – ranging from the greatest hits of the 60′s-80′s to South American pan pipes. Fourth, the toilets seem to have been imported from outer space and should be visited for the sake of themselves. The sinks, also of modern design and without taps seem impossible to switch on but it can be accomplished by twisting the faucet spout.
Overall, if diners are looking for a solid Japanese dining experience they can now find it in Kampala. If they’re looking for a magnificent experience perhaps Air Uganda could be persuaded to put a flight on to Tokyo.
The restaurant is open Mon-Sat, 12-3pm and 6-10:30pm. Closed on Sundays. Find Yujo on Facebook
Read MoreTop Places to Eat the Best Pizza in Kampala
Kampala the capital city of Uganda has endless choices for places to eat the best pizza. You can spend around US$8, all this depends on your taste and budget. Here are some of the restaurants that have been carefully handpicked and are preferred by many travelers and culinary enthusiasts. Many of the restaurants are reasonably priced for the foreign travelers and they are quite cozy and suitable for individuals, families and larger groups of travellers. These restaurants include the following;
Domino’s pizza
This is a sort of copy of the domino’s pizza in the United States of America but there is no comparison. You won’t fail to like their pizza, it’s the best, the cheese and Domino’s price ranges from US$5.99 for the large pepperoni pizza. It is a perfect value for money and one of the best pizzas in town.
Café Roma
This is a great restaurant with great tasty food and their pizza is without doubt excellent. It does have pepperoni but the salami instead is extra lovely.
Palm café pizzeria and bar
This has got the wood fire oven pizza, great toppings, crispy crust and the best price. It kind of reminds you of the New York style pizza and there is lots of cheese. It is located before the Reste corner on the left up from Kabalagala.
Antonios Grill
This attracts a crowd of majorly young revelers and it is just about everything in between. This restaurant is filled with the conversations of nearly a hundred people eating, drinking and chilling. Their main cuisine is pizza but they also serve African, international and burgers. They open every day from 7:00am to 11:00Pm. Antonios provide free parking, takeaway, family friendly and home / office delivery. It is suitably located in Nakasero, central Kampala.
Café Ceylon is a restaurant and a café
This prepares and serves a unique fusion of gourmet, art and culture around Kololo. It surely stays so true to its authentic dishes like Lumprais and also swaying away to serve you with delicious French pastries. The cuisines served include pizza, café and burgers. They work every day from 6:30am to midnight and it is located at Kira road Kamwokya, a suburb in Kampala. They offer facilities like free parking lot and takeaway.
Cayenne Restaurant and lounge
This is located in the Centre of Bukoto and it offers various cuisines ranging from Indian dishes, Italian and Pizza to continental options. One can enjoy their pizza while relaxing at the cool breeze of the swimming pool and cozy up in the style low-slung or one may feel more comfortable chilling at the high car bar counter. Their main cuisine is pizza, burger and multi cuisines. They are open the whole week from Monday to Saturday and facilities offered include; free parking lot, happy hour, full bar, delivery, family friendly and takeaway.
Mr. Tasty
This is a new definition to fast foods, everything related to the good chicken, delicious pizzas, burgers and good fries are what define Mr. tasty. Whenever you are just go try them out because it has many branches like Mr. tasty Ntinda, Mr. tasty freedom city, Mr. tasty Lugogo and Mr. tasty Shoprite clock tower. They operate every day from 8:00am to 10:00 pm. The facilities offered include free parking lot, delivery, take away and dine in.
Taste Budz restaurant
This is located on the capital shoppers building in Ntinda. It is the very first thing one sees due to its perfectly colored banners in white and red. The seats are very cosy and comfortable as one sees in through the glasses. It serves fast foods only like pizza, burger and chicken. They provide facilities like the free parking, take away, dine in, disabled access and also family friendly.
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Read MoreTop Places to Eat the Best Pizza In Kampala
Kampala the capital city of Uganda has endless choices for places to eat the best pizza. You can spend around 60 cents USD, all this depends on your taste and budget. Here are some of the restaurants that have been carefully handpicked and are preferred by many travelers and culinary enthusiasts. Many of the restaurants are reasonably priced for the foreign travelers and they are quite cozy and suitable for individuals, families and larger groups of travellers. These restaurants include the following;
Domino’s pizza
This is a sort of copy of the domino’s pizza in the United States of America but there is no comparison. You won’t fail to like their pizza, it’s the best, the cheese and Domino’s price ranges from US$5.99 for the large pepperoni pizza. It is a perfect value for money and one of the best pizzas in town.
Café Roma
This is a great restaurant with great tasty food and their pizza is without doubt excellent. It does have pepperoni but the salami instead is extra lovely.
Palm café pizzeria and bar
This has got the wood fire oven pizza, great toppings, crispy crust and the best price. It kind of reminds you of the New York style pizza and there is lots of cheese. It is located before the Reste corner on the left up from Kabalagala.
Antonios grill
This attracts a crowd of majorly young revelers and it is just about everything in between. This restaurant is filled with the conversations of nearly a hundred people eating, drinking and chilling. Their main cuisine is pizza but they also serve African, international and burgers. They open every day from 7:00am to 11:00Pm. Antonios provide free parking, takeaway, family friendly and home / office delivery. It is suitably located in Nakasero, central Kampala.
Café Ceylon is a restaurant and a café
This prepares and serves a unique fusion of gourmet, art and culture around Kololo. It surely stays so true to its authentic dishes like Lumprais and also swaying away to serve you with delicious French pastries. The cuisines served include pizza, café and burgers. They work every day from 6:30am to midnight and it is located at Kira road Kamwokya, a suburb in Kampala. They offer facilities like free parking lot and takeaway.
Cayenne Restaurant and lounge
This is located in the Centre of Bukoto and it offers various cuisines ranging from Indian dishes, Italian and Pizza to continental options. One can enjoy their pizza while relaxing at the cool breeze of the swimming pool and cozy up in the style low-slung or one may feel more comfortable chilling at the high car bar counter. Their main cuisine is pizza, burger and multi cuisines. They are open the whole week from Monday to Saturday and facilities offered include; free parking lot, happy hour, full bar, delivery, family friendly and takeaway.
Mr. tasty
This is a new definition to fast foods, everything related to the good chicken, delicious pizzas, burgers and good fries are what define Mr. tasty. Whenever you are just go try them out because it has many branches like Mr. tasty Ntinda, Mr. tasty freedom city, Mr. tasty Lugogo and Mr. tasty Shoprite clock tower. They operate every day from 8:00am to 10:00 pm. The facilities offered include free parking lot, delivery, take away and dine in.
Taste Budz restaurant
This is located on the capital shoppers building in Ntinda. It is the very first thing one sees due to its perfectly colored banners in white and red. The seats are very cosy and comfortable as one sees in through the glasses. It serves fast foods only like pizza, burger and chicken. They provide facilities like the free parking, take away, dine in, disabled access and also family friendly.
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Read MoreThe Lawns: Try Wild Game & Exotic Meats in Kampala
Are you tired of the same old steaks, ribs and chops? Ever thought about wildebeest, or crocodile as a main course? Well why not live dangerously and these meats a try at The Lawns.
The restaurant is set in a spacious garden on Impala Avenue, off Upper Kololo Terrace. The Lawns is a venue for a variety of occasions from lazy Sunday afternoon drinks, cool evening jazz, date night with your partner or happy hour from 5-7pm with colleagues. The Lawns ticks a number of boxes in the Kampala restaurant stakes.
There are comfortable sofas on the lawn in which you can hide, and a covered dining area for a more intimate dining experience that shelters you from the elements as well as a cosy bar with screens for those wanting a venue to watch that all-important match without the crush of the crowds in other places. During big sporting fixtures, such as the World Cup and Wimbledon, a large screen is erected for better viewing. To entertain the children, there are a number of semi-tame rabbits who hop across the lawns. As yet, they only appear outside and not on the menu!
While the pleasant ambiance is a draw the Lawns is best known for the exotic options on its menu.
Meat: Wild meats to be specific. The Game Platter (52,000 UGX) is perhaps the most famous menu item, with a selection of 10 oz of wild meats, including kudu, impala, crocodile, wildebeest, ostrich, springbok and blesbok. Helpfully, the meat arrives with flags bearing the name of each meat. The platter is served with potato wedges, sautéed vegetables, and a range of delicious dips such as tamarind, garlic mayonnaise and chilli chutney. The meat is well cooked but tender and in the case of boks, carry such subtle and delicate flavours, that the dips are almost overpowering. Not all of the wilder options are available every day, so if you are after one in particular, it is worth phoning ahead to check the supply.
In addition to the mixed platter, unusual meats find their way into fusion dishes elsewhere on the menu. Ostrich works well in a burger, providing a moist, but not fatty, alternative to the regular beef variety. It also works surprisingly well as meatballs in a traditional Indian kofta curry sauce. For those in the market for a really wild night with friends or family, there is an option of a crocodile tail at 150,000 UGX. This is definitely one for sharing, and must be ordered in advance.
If you prefer your wild animals in a park rather than on a plate, there are plenty of other good choices on the menu. A range of sizzlers give an interesting twist on the usual muchomo, and there is a distinctly Indian influence which provides for exciting fusion dishes. Vegetarians might find their selection limited but the Paneer Shaslick (14,000 UGX) comes highly recommended for veggies and non-veggies alike.
The restaurant is open seven days a week from lunch time until reasonably late and just launched a new lunchtime menu for those who don’t have the time to linger before returning to their desks. Since service can be a little slow at times, this could lure a number of busy professionals from their nearby offices. However, with lunch starting at UGX 30,000 for two courses, this might not be an everyday lunch choice!
The entire venue is available for private function hire, and there is an air-conditioned conference room for corporate events.
It is worth heading to The Lawns fairly early to take advantage of happy hour, and to ensure a space in the limited car park. For those arriving a little later, there is on-street parking in Impala Avenue with askaris.
The restaurant has a website: http://www.thelawns.co.ug/ but better to check their Facebook page which is kept regularly updated with new items and specials: https://www.facebook.com/thelawns.kampala. Should you wish to phone, the numbers are: +256 (0) 414 250 337 or +256 (0) 312 515 373.
Read MoreA Week Through Kampala’s Favourite Restaurants
Kampala is the capital city of Uganda, the “Pearl of Africa.” Uganda has many delicious cuisines many of which represent the tribes and cultures served across the country.
Kampala being the capital city and central business hub of the country, has a vast array of restaurants that boost of delicious food with cuisines from all the major cultures of the world.
Take a week and visit are a few of these favourite restaurants around Kampala.
Bon Appetite
There are many local food eateries around Kampala that cater to the needs of many Ugandans and have stood the test of time but Bon Appetit’s still stands out. The restaurant which has been in business for decades still boosts of big crowds during rush- hour; lunch and breakfast. Their katogo is one of the most ordered on Jumia food. The local food menu is available throughout the day just to keep your tummy happy and healthy.
Cafe Javas
Recently adding an eighth installation of restaurant branches to its portfolio, Cafe Javas holds the top spot for being one of the most frequented eateries in town. The restaurant chain started out as an extension to City Oil petrol stations and has grown into a formidable brand name in the country. Javas serves a variety of cuisines ranging from Indian, European to Ugandan. Drop in for their “big breakfast” combos. All their restaurants adhere to Halal standards set by the Uganda Muslim Council.
Legends Bar Kampala
Before it was Legends, the bar and restaurant had the rugby crowds thundering loud on the weekends whenever there was a game. Now, Legends thunders with rugby, pulsates with music and serves sumptuous buffets at lunch time. The buffet menu served is local food that changes everyday of the week so as to give your palate a tour of Ugandan dishes. And then when you are done partying through the night, you can try the delicious roasted meats from the grill.
Chok Di Thai
A little taste of Thailand in Uganda on a cold evening after a long day at work is all you need. Located alongside Moyo close in Kampala, Chok Di Thai opened for business in 2014 and has been serving up delicious Thai cuisines since then. Try the curry or stir fries they might keep you going back.
Nanjing Restaurant
Chinese cuisines vary in tastes and style of cooking and Nanjing has done well in showcasing what he Republic offers. Nanjing has two branches all easily to access in the Kololo neighbourhood with a view to behold as you dine.
Bufundas
These are several hidden restaurants around Kampala serving some of the best local food dishes at the cheapest prices. Bufundas is plural for kafunda which can be loosely translated to meaning a makeshift restaurant. They are usually located downtown, construction sites or washing lots around Kampala. Servings in bufundas are sufficient enough to keep you coming back, that is why most people leave their offices at lunch for those sumptuous meals.
Mythos Greek Taverna
A unique and quite rare dining experience is what Mythos as it’s commonly known offers you delicious greek food and tailored cocktails from the in-house mixologist. Mythos has been in business since 2014, the thoughtfulness that went in the interior design makes you appreciate the beauty of greek architecture in the restaurant. Their best moments are during the dinner rush and lest we forget, sundays with the sumptuous Congolese buffet.
Khana Khazana
Indian food is world reknown to be full of delicious flavours and you will find it all at Khana Khazana located alongside Acacia Avenue. When at Khana Khazana make sure to ask for their signature dish; Khazana chicken curry with naan/bread/ rice.
Yujo Sushi Bar and Izakaya
Sushi is not just a trend, sushi is part of the traditions and culture of the Japanese people. Yujo Izakaya has a sushi bar where the chef prepares for you delicious sushi bites as you sip on Sake (rice wine). And if Sushi is not your cup of tea, the hot kitchen will entice you with flavours that will take you to the hills and valleys of Japan. Yujo Izakaya is a traditional Japanese restaurant and tavern.
Holy Crepe
How about breakfast with a view of Kololo and Naguru? Holy Crepe is a creperie that serves you delicious waffles, fried chicken and crepes. The breeze in Kololo will calm your spirits, as you sip on fresh juice made from fruits grown in Uganda as you wait for your meal.
Read MoreWhat To Do In Uganda – Tips For Foodies
When you think of foodie destinations around the world, Uganda may not feature on the top list. But, there is a reason that makes Uganda a special foodie destination of its own. Its rich multi-cultural heritage is remarkably worth appreciating as visitors have plenty to experience. In most of the Uganda safari lodges, hotels, camps, guesthouses, etc, visitors are presented with a range of meal choices- all carefully prepared and offering a taste that blows visitors’ minds.
Where you eat matters a lot while on Uganda safaris. There are several eating options to consider in Uganda including restaurants, hotels, lodges, guesthouses, etc. In Kampala, some of the best places- restaurants/hotels to consider eating from include Royal View Hotel, Sheeba’s Palace, Eureka Place Hotel and Suites Ltd, Mediterraneo Restaurant, Café Javas, 2K restaurant, Khana Khazana, etc.
Know your budget
Some places are expensive and others are relatively affordable. As a traveler, you must know your budget and where to eat from depending on your wallet size. There are classic budget, mid-range, and luxury restaurants, hotels, lodges, etc all spread in Uganda.
What to eat- Uganda dishes to try out
Uganda is a multicultural nation and everyone has something to have a taste. Here are some of the incredible dishes to try out Luwombo, Katogo, groundnut sauce, muchomo, posho, and Rolex.
Health Tips-Hygiene
While there is plenty to eat, not all are worth putting in the stomach. Your health matters a lot on any safari. On the streets of Kampala, you will come across people selling food but it is good to be keen on the hygiene of the place before you think of eating something. This is why in most cases we recommend that you settle in a clean and good setup restaurant or hotel in town and have something. Yes, there is plenty on the streets including roasted chicken, meat, etc but we don’t want you to have a running stomach at the end of the day.
Eat local food
Most of the food prepared in Uganda is freshly harvested in the gardens. This means you have rich food with minerals free of preservatives. The restaurant management purchase and cook them, ready for consumption, and no need to refrigerate them. You will be served it hot to allow you to have a true taste of freshly harvested foods.
Be keen while wandering around
While in the search for what to eat, be keen on taxis, trucks, boda-bodas, etc. At times, they don’t alert you and not to be knocked, always stay alert while crossing or walking on the streets. As a pedestrian, you must be super careful while wandering around the streets.
Eat like a local
Uganda is a country of plenty, and if the budget is tight, there are options. You can try out a well-prepared Rolex. This is one of the cheapest foods in Uganda and can be enjoyed in a restaurant or takeaway.
Avoid following crowds
You have seen a crowd running after someone then you follow- this isn’t acceptable. There are many incidences that cause such crowds, perhaps protests, etc, and what follows perhaps teargas. Better to stay alert regardless of the fact that such incidences rarely happen and even when they occur, it is on a small scale.
Be respectful
Uganda is a friendly country- anyone you meet gives a great smile of a warm welcome and while looking for what to eat, don’t be disrespectful. Dress decently while considering the cultures of the locals.
Keep the street clean
After you have used containers of your food, don’t throw them on the streets. Keep them in the container in your vehicle and they will be dumped in a specific location on your arrival at the destination. Besides, avoid displaying your expensive phones while on the streets of Kampala or any city/town.
Read MoreBest 20 Restaurants Where to Eat in Kampala
Uganda as a nation loves food, and no celebration is ever complete without a feast. As a result there is no shortage of eating places in the country. Food is generally cheap and there is something to suit every pocket and taste.
Prices range from a mere Ush. 5000 to 60,000 a head depending on what you have and where you choose to dine.
Local:
Available in most places. Try the “Nyoma Choma” available most drinking places also referred to as “drinking joints”. But the favourite places for “nyoma choma” are:- Kabalagala or commonly referred to as “Half London”, Kisementi, Wandegeya and Bamboo nest in Bugolobi.
The favorites are “Past Leaders” an affectionate name for pork. Fried or roasted chicken also available at almost all “joints”. Most of the hotels in Kampala serve extensive menu of local Ugandan cuisines, the most famous being the “Luwombo” – a delicious stew steamed in banana leaves – a must try!. Uganda’s fresh water fish is also highly recommended especially the Nile Perch and the Tilapia.
Italian:
For really good, classic Italian dishes, try Mamba Point, run by Guido and Fiona. Fancy a superb pizza with tilapia fish followed by an exotic ice cream! try the Mammamia on the terrace of the Speke Hotel.
Indian:
Indian restaurants are also well represented in Kampala.
Sam’s near Farmer Choice, the Haandi in the commecial Plaza serves delicious North Indian cuisine from the Punjab (you may watch the Roomali Roti being made in its kitchen through a large window). The Maharaja serves curries and tandoori cuisine in delightful surroundings at the Speke hotel, and, at the Masala Chaat House you may enjoy the delicious Dosas and Uttapams of South India. An excellent vegetarian restaurant serving truly delicious Indian delicacies can be found in Dewinton Road opposite the Crafts Market. Highly recommended.
Greek:
Andy the Greek located on Acacia Avenue, (run by Andy and Marie) provides spectacularly accomplished traditional Hellenic dishes, meze and superb seafood in a comfortable and very welcoming environment.
Chinese:
Ms. Fang Min is the perfectionist of Chinese food at the Fang Fang restaurant located Communications House 1st floor, offers a varied menu cooked by three chefs, each specializing in a different provincial Chinese cuisine. A truly superb Thai Restaurant can be found on road called Krua,
European:
If you are a fan of fondues, try Le Plein Vent for a mouthwatering and substantial meal. You could be forgiven for thinking that you’re in Paris when eating at The Crocodile Cafe and Bar.
Al fresco dining in the beautiful gardens of the Gallery Cafe combines really good food with attractive pictures and don’t miss enjoying an authentic taste of Ugandan cuisine at the the Kampala Casino on Thursdays.
Read MoreBest Place To Eat Pizza In Kampala
Kampala is the capital city of Uganda and has got many choices of eating the best pizza. You can spend as low as $20 for the cheapest pizza with in town. All this also depends on your taste and budget. Below are some of the restaurants that have been set up and are liked by the travelers and cooking enthusiasts. Many of the restaurants are fairly priced for the foreign travelers and they are quite comfortable and suitable for families, individuals and the large groups, below are some of the restaurants;
Domino’s pizza; this place is situated along Kampala road on Amandinda building, just near former Nados. Their pizza ranges from $6 for the largest pizza and these also give promotions on Thursdays and Fridays were by “if you buy one pizza, you get one for free. This brings in many customers and many travelers have frequented this place any you wouldn’t want to miss any of this opportunity. These value money and have got the best pizzas in town.
Café Roma; this is a good restaurant with good tasty foods and their pizza is without any uncertainty the best. This has got pepperoni but the salami instead it’s the best.
Antonios Grill; this attracts many people majorly the young travelers and it’s just about everything in between. The restaurant is filled with the conversations of nearly many people eating, drinking and chilling. The main cuisine is pizza but these also serve African, international burgers. They open from 7:00am to 11:00pm. This place offers free parking, takeaway, family friendly and home/ office delivery. It’s located in Nakasero in the center of the city.
The Palm Pizzeria and the bar; this has got two wood fire pizza, great toppings, crispy crust and the best price ever with lots of cheese in it. It’s located before the restle corner on the left up from Kabalagala.
Café Ceylon; this is both a restaurant and a café; it prepares and serves a unique fusion of gourmet, culture, art around Kololo area. The place stays so true to its genuine dishes like the Lumparais and also influential in serving you with very delicious French pastries. The cuisines served here include; Pizza, café and burgers. These work every day from 6:30am to mid night and its located at Kira Kamwokya, suburb in Kampala. They offer facilities like free parking and take ways.
Cayenne Restaurant and lounge; this is located in the centre of Bukoto and it gives many cuisines that range from Indian dishes, Italian and Pizza to Continental options. One can enjoy their pizza while relaxing at the cool breeze of the swimming pool and the cozy up in the style low area or one might feel so comfortable chilling at the high car bar counter. Their main cuisine is Barger, Pizza and multi cuisines. They are open the whole week from Monday to Saturday and these have many facilities including free parking lot, happy hour, bar, delivery, and take away.
There is also Mr Tasty which is also the new definition to fast foods, this is everything related to good chicken, great Pizzas, burgers and good fries. This has got many branches like Mr Tasty Ntinda, Mr tasty freedom city, Mr tasty Lugogo and My tasty Shoprite clock tower. These operate everyday from 8:00am to 10:00pm. The facilities offered include free parking lot, delivery, take away and dine in.
The taste Budz restaurant is situated on Capital shoppers building in Ntinda and is the very first thing one sees due to its perfectly colored banners in white and red. This seats very cozy and comfortable as one sees in through the glasses. It serves fast foods like Pizza, burger and chicken. They provide facilities like the free parking take away, dine in, family friendly.
Lastly is the food hub which is Kampala’s newest dinner that is located at former Nando’s Cargen House, it has brought to the city some of the best finest combos and offers. The food hub also comes to attend to your needs at a budget price and on entering the food hub; your eyes are glancing at a number of options to choose from. There is wandacrust Pizza to Mr Golden’s Roosta’s crème supreme and the mighty burgers. The gut is just filled with a dying desire to have a treat of all what is before you. The food hub has a variety of options one can chose from ranging from Ice cream, burger, pizza, and chicken with much more best offers in town.
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