3 Best Restaurants in Walvis Bay, Namibia

The in-house restaurant at the Flamingo Villa Boutique Hotel, with a stunning view of the lagoon, is the best fine-dining establishment in Walvis Bay. With exceptional attention to detail and service, the menu combines flavors of Europe and the Mediterranean with Namibian ingredients. The ‘Flamingo Style’ kapana and seafood platter will have you coming back every night, so will the glorious cocktails out on the bar terrace at sunset. The attentive management of the hotel spills into the restaurant and the chef often comes out to chat with the guests.

This popular quintessential seaside restaurant is under new management as of late 2021 and has received a facelift, plus a distinct Portuguese flavor to its new menu – worry not as their world-famous grilled or fried calamari is still available. This is the place to satisfy your appetite for seafood, with a decent selection of meat options, as well as a superb view. Sitting right on the water's edge, Anchors is the perfect spot to sip a glass of sparkling wine and eat the freshest west coast oysters, as you watch boats go to and fro.

It's the perfect sundowner spot as it faces the setting sun as it slides down into the horizon over the sea.

The Raft enjoys a spectacular view from its perch out over beautiful Walvis Bay Lagoon. Divided into two parts—bar to the right, restaurant to the left—this warm and friendly establishment seems to be a favorite with locals. The menu is extensive, with the usual array of seafood, sushi, red meat (try the Bushman Platter, if you're really hungry), and the requisite pasta and vegetarian options (pizzas and burgers available at the bar only). The bar area lacks character but the view from the restaurant section is perfect for a lovely relaxing lunch.