Lüderitz
The cappuccinos are strong, the pastries are sweet, and the ambience wouldn’t at all seem out of place in Munich. Patrons sit in a large room with some…
Must-see restaurants in Namibia
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…
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…
Walvis Bay
The food is good at the Anchor but the real attraction is the location overlooking the water. It makes a particularly lovely spot for breakfast, and if…
Damaraland
Opened in 2016, this stylish place wouldn't look out of place in Windhoek or urban South Africa. All of the international staples are here – pasta, steaks…
Namibia
In the heart of town, the Purple Fig gets good reviews from travellers. Eat under the eponymous fig tree or in the cafe. Light meals take the form of…
Windhoek
Leo’s takes its regal setting in Heinitzburg Castle to heart by welcoming diners into a banquet hall that previously served the likes of royalty. The…
Lüderitz
The garden setting, white-wood furnishings, great coffee and filled rolls add up to one of our favourite little haunts in town. The baked treats, Black…
Walvis Bay
This Walvis Bay landmark sits on stilts offshore, and has a great front-row view of the ducks, pelicans and flamingos. Here you can expect high-quality…
Swakopmund
Inside the ground floor of the lighthouse, this atmospheric place is run by an Italian-Namibian couple who prepare Swakopmund's best (and homemade)…
Swakopmund
A Swakopmund institution, Kücki’s has been in the bar and restaurant biz for a couple of decades. The menu is full of seafood and meat dishes alongside…
Damaraland
Quiche, hazelnut cheesecake, white-wood furniture...what's not to like about this fine little lunch and breakfast spot that makes a priority of fresh…
Swakopmund
Housed in the beached tugboat Danie Hugo near the jetty, the Tug is something of an obligatory destination for any restaurant-goer in Swakopmund. Regarded…
Windhoek
Commanding a veritable legion of devoted followers, this humble West African eatery deserves its long-garnered popularity. Here you can sample wonderful…
Swakopmund
This much-loved local institution, located in the Schweizerhaus Hotel, serves superb coffee, Apfelstrudel, Kugelhopf (cake with nuts and raisins),…
Windhoek
A relative newcomer to the Windhoek dining scene, Social already has a loyal following for its contemporary setting and great food – we enjoyed the steak…
Swakopmund
It’s hard to top history, and the Hansa Hotel is steeped in it. In the main dining hall at this classic colonial spot, you can indulge in culinary…
Lüderitz
A wonderfully festive bar-restaurant accented by occasional live music, Barrels offers rotating daily specials highlighting fresh seafood and German…
Swakopmund
Set in a nice little garden away from the main street, Garden Cafe has open-air tables and chairs, changing specials and freshly prepared cafe food…
Windhoek
The Namibian Institute of Culinary Education – or ‘Nice’ for short – operates this wonderfully conceived ‘living classroom’ where apprentice chefs can…
Damaraland
This all-rounder is the centre of food and drink in town, serving meals all day every day. Its pleasant beer garden is a great spot to reconnect with…
Swakopmund
Very central and convenient and open all weekend, this is a self-proclaimed bakery-deli-bistro-gelateria (though 'bistro' might be stretching it...) It’s…
Windhoek
This sheltered spot beneath a giant rubber tree with an outdoor terrace on the edge of Zoo Park is just lovely for a cappuccino accompanied by a sushi…
Windhoek
Tucked away in a peaceful courtyard just off Post St Mall, this alfresco bistro has one of the most comprehensive menus you’ll find. The unifying trend is…
Topaz Bistro Restaurant and Information Center
Damaraland
Set up as a catch-all tourist centre, this unusual place has a restaurant, tourist information centre, curio shop and a model Himba village. It hasn't…
Windhoek
This cafe-restaurant-bar is a great spot to perch yourself above Tal St, checking out the local action and taking in the breeze from the outside deck. The…
Walvis Bay
If you’re feeling nostalgic for Swakopmund (or Deutschland, for that matter), take comfort in knowing that Probst specialises in stodgy German fare: pork,…
Swakopmund
This excellent restaurant and boutique brewery offers one of Swakopmund’s most sought-after commodities, namely authentic German-style beer. And, so as…
Swakopmund
The fine dining at Deutsches Haus takes place in the well-organised, upmarket country dining room or the bench seating out the front of the building. It’s…
Lüderitz
This smallish waterfront cafe offers attractive sea views, so make it a double espresso and linger a bit longer than you normally would. Bratwurst sausage…
Lüderitz
Part of the Nest Hotel and with a prime waterfront location, Penguin restaurant does all the usual Lüderitz seafood suspects – oysters, seafood curry,…
Omaruru Souvenirs & Kaffestube
Damaraland
The building housing this intimate cafe dates from 1907. This place is a good choice for a strong cup of coffee and traditional German baked goods, as…
Swakopmund
The size of a postage stamp and cute as a button, this fine little cafe next to the bookshop of the same name does great coffee to go with its oven-baked…
Swakopmund
Recommended by some locals as the best place for a seafood meal in town. It’s a simple but clean setup inside and importantly the fish comes straight from…
Windhoek
A quality seafood restaurant with a twist of Angolan here and a hint of Portuguese there; the food may not be squirming on your plate but our overall…
Namibia
This German cafe and bakery serves tasty breakfasts and lunches including toasties, bread rolls, sandwiches, salads, freshly made pies, a cold platter and…
Swakopmund
It's nothing special and the decor is where a mock Via Veneto meets the American Wild West, but Napolitana serves up surprisingly good pizza, pasta and…
Namibia
The day centre serves a few simple meal choices at lunchtimes from a menu that changes regularly. There are fine views from the back terrace.
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…
