Must-see restaurants in West Africa
Cameroon
In Rhumsiki make a beeline for Vegetarian Carnivore, at the entrance to the village. Here you'll be met by friendly, English-speaking Kodji, who runs one…
Mali
Our favourite restaurant in Timbuktu, Amanar has a mellow atmosphere with a soundtrack of Malian blues (think Ali Farke Touré and Tinariwen), chilled and…
Mali
The décor here is charmingly African and the specialties are quality Malian dishes (the poulet au coco is especially good), which can take a while to…
Cameroon
Tucked away in a courtyard off the main drag (look for the small sign), this green-painted restaurant serves up a range of local dishes as well as the…
Niger
Hands down, this is the place for fine Italian fare. Enjoy a plethora of pastas, ranging from various raviolis to lasagne and even gnocchi dripping in…
Nigeria
If you want to eat like a local, head here. The 'special plate' has a bit of everything in a serving, but also try northern specialities like miyan taushe…
Niger
Put aside your fear and grumbling insides to walk the plank out to this established boat restaurant. The views can't be beat, and the lemon chicken and…
Niger
The shady garden confines of this friendly restaurant, west of Palais du Congrés, are a perfect place to indulge in some of the Niger River's tastiest…
Niger
Slurp delicious Vietnamese pho (a noodle soup with coriander, bean sprouts and beef), sharpen your teeth on frog legs, or work your chopstick magic on…
Mali
Top marks for this place. High-quality French cooking, French wines and a switched-on ambience ensure plenty of regular customers among the expat…
Niger
With friendly service and great Italian, French and Lebanese fare, this restaurant is justifiably popular with expats, travellers and well-to-do locals…
Cameroon
For upscale dining, this is Maroua's best option, popular with the local French community. The restaurant has great French options, including a good-value…
Mali
Around the Grand Marché you can get coffee and bread in the mornings, and street food in the evenings (check out the excellent local sausages)…
Mali
In Bamako Coura, this is a fine, relaxed backpacker hang-out opposite the Mission Catholique; their spaghetti, couscous and ragout dishes contain the…
Niger
This great Lebanese restaurant, with thatched garden pavilions and open-air ambience, has some of the best tabouleh and hummus in Niger. It's on the…
Cameroon
This pleasant spot by the main market has outdoor seating under a thatched roof, a friendly atmosphere and good food, including a nightly buffet. Check…
Nigeria
If you've been craving some vegetarian food, this fantastic Indian restaurant will answer your prayers (meat dishes are also served) and the owner loves…
Nigeria
Good meals can be found at Old Airport Junction – pull up a table and munch on grilled fish, Suya or masa (meals from N500).
Nigeria
This Chinese restaurant has a better-than-average selection of dishes, all cooked and served efficiently. Alcohol is served.
Mali
Restaurant le Fleuve offers simple Malian dishes which are best ordered in advance.
