4 Best Restaurants in Uganda

This stylish, modern restaurant in the heart of buzzing Kisementi delivers accomplished fusion cuisine with considerable flair, transforming effortlessly from convivial café by day to happening eatery by night. Customers love the laid-back atmosphere of the Bistro's shaded terrace, while inside, statement decor and white-linen tablecloths create a more formal dining experience. First-class service has long been a hallmark, as has the eclectic menu: crowd-pleasers such as burgers, salads, and grills are presented alongside more exotic noodles, curries, and tapas. It doesn't stop there: all-day breakfast, a vegan menu (jackfruit curry, cassava fries), gluten-free options, yummy desserts, and creamy shakes; quaffable wine; and expertly mixed cocktails complete the panoply of choice.

A lively choice for Entebbe nights out, and handy for diners en route to the airport, Faze 3 boasts a mind-boggling menu that encompasses a wide range of cuisines: from starters and snacks, light salads, pita pockets, and sandwiches to Continental classics and authentic Indian curries. Well-trained staff provide snappy service. Sit on the vast terrace overlooking the lake to enjoy the cool breezes and views. Large groups should book a table in advance, especially on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday nights and Sunday afternoons when live music dials up the party vibe.

Set on the main road in mature gardens, this clever café concept directly supports mountain gorilla conservation. The extensive international-style menu includes coffee, milkshakes, salads, sandwiches, pasta, and burgers. Ugandan NGO Conservation Through Public Health sells their premium Gorilla Conservation Coffee here; it's a great souvenir to take home and the perfect spot for learning about gorillas and their conservation.

Bight of Benin offers authentic West African cuisine from Cameroon, Nigeria, Ghana, and Côte d’Ivoire. Homemade highlights include smoky jollof rice, egusi soup with fufu (a classic West African pairing), and the famous hot pepper soup, but vegetarian options are also available. Service at this owner-managed venue is friendly but unhurried; weekend reservations are recommended. Despite its central location, it has a lawn, playground, and grass-thatched gazebo. Stop in for happy hour, Friday 6–8 pm.