Top 5 restaurants in Windhoek

Top 5 restaurants in Windhoek

Continuing our series of dining in Africa, we look at the Namibian capital, Windhoek. More and more visitors are becoming aware of the unique attractions of Namibia as a safari destination. Coupled (as with many other African cities) with an increase in economic activity due to mining exploration and direct flights from Europe, Windhoek is prospering.

This increased prosperity brings more choice. Nowhere is too far to travel in this small (and clean) city of 330,000 but be warned when you go out to eat, vegetarianism is not common! Meat and seafood are the principal dishes.

In no particular order our top 5 restaurants are:

JOE'S BEER HOUSE

160 Nelson Mandela Avenue. Vegetarians stay away! Like Carnivore in Nairobi and elsewhere, meat and especially game meat is the menu. Kudu, springbok, zebra are the specialities. Popular with tourists and locals alike. The decor is best described as an African bush lodge transported to the city.
Information link: Joe's Beerhouse Windhoek

RESTAURANT GATHEMANN

175 Independence Avenue. A long-established German restaurant in an old, colonial-era building in the centre of town. One of Namibia's top chefs Urs Gamma has been presiding over Gathemann's for the last twenty years and cooks local ingredients in the German tradition.
Information link: Restaurant Gathemann

NICE

2 Mozart Street. Or the Namibian Institute for Culinary Excellence. Do not be put off by the staid title. Situated in rather hip and contemporary surroundings which hold a selection of private dining rooms, lounges, and courtyards, aspiring Namibian chefs cook contemporary Namibian dishes with Mediterranean and Asian influences.
Information link: Nice

AM WEINBERG RESTAURANT

13 Jan Jonker Road. Formerly a vineyard with one of Namibia's oldest colonial buildings (1901), the restaurant was opened in 2004. It enjoys from its terrace, magnificent views over the Klein Windhoek Valley. The style of food is again; German derived but utilizing the freshest local ingredients. Highly recommended.
Information link: Am Weinberg Restaurant

O PORTUGA

321 Sam Nujoma Drive. As the name suggests, the food is Portuguese inspired combining with local influences, especially from Angola. Probably one of the best restaurants in town for fish dishes as well as vegetarian options. The decor is pure Portuguese. Situated on the airport road not far from Am Weinberg. Popular with locals which are always a good sign.
Information link: O'Portuga Restaurant

Top 5 restaurants in Windhoek by Uyaphi.com

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Popular Namibia Safari Lodges

  • Swakopmund Hotel

    The Swakopmund Hotel offers up a unique experience in the heart of the city centre; built in and around the old Station Building, the hotel combines architectural beauty with first-world comfort.

    Excellent facilities, friendly staff and a casino option for those interested in a late-night round of blackjack.

  • Wolwedans Dunes Lodge

    The Dunes Lodge is perched on a dune plateau overlooking panoramic vistas in all directions, capturing the desert in a most memorable way.

    Each of the 9 chalets offers desert views from a private veranda over vast stretches of sand. A truly stunning desert safari lodge awaits.

  • Namib Dune Star Camp

    Namib Dune Star Camp an intimate camp set high up on the red dunes of the Namib Desert with desert views out over plains and rugged mountains in the distance, offers the experience of sleeping out under the stars for a night.

    A star dune suite within an international dark sky reserve, what could be better?

  • The Delight Swakopmund

    The Delight Swakopmund offers guests a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere all within the confines of a modern, unique and inviting hotel.

    The Delight is central to almost all that Swakopmund has to offer.

  • Mushara Lodge

    Located only 8kms from the Von Lindequist Gate on the eastern outskirts of the Etosha National Park, Mushara Lodge is ideally situated for travellers visiting the park, 10 thatched chalets are found in a horseshoe shape around the swimming pool.

    Mushara Lodge, home to fantastic wildlife sights and safari experiences.

  • Etosha Safari Lodge

    Etosha Safari Lodge offers guests the perfect base from which to explore the Etosha National Park, a large lodge with 65 thatched bungalows is the perfect option for those on a self-drive or family-orientated safari through Namibia.

    The perfect budget-friendly Etosha lodge for those on a self-drive safari.

  • Onguma The Fort

    The Fort with 12 suites is unlike any other Etosha Lodges, the only one of its kind in Namibia, overlooking the beautiful scarceness of the Etosha Pans, decorated only with its wild animals and 100's of Acacia Camelthorn trees.

    Exceptional wildlife sightings can be expected year-round from one of our favourite lodges in Etosha.

  • Onguma Bush Camp

    Situated on the eastern side of Etosha National Park, accommodation consists of six en-suite luxury bungalows and one family room.

    Onguma Bush Camp is ideal for families who would like to have a base from which they can explore Etosha National Park.