Guidebook for Kampala
Food Scene
Most romantic restaurant in Kampala for those special occasions.
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Mediterraneo Restaurant
42 John Babiha (Acacia) AveMost romantic restaurant in Kampala for those special occasions.
Torino Bar & Restaurant
plot 9B Park LnBest Ethiopian in Kololo!
A very popular place for both Ugandans and expats; great food and service and the best pastries and bread in town! A safe bet for any meal at any time of the day.
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Cafesserie
off John Babiha (Acacia) AveA very popular place for both Ugandans and expats; great food and service and the best pastries and bread in town! A safe bet for any meal at any time of the day.
Miso Garden
Plot 14 Mabua RdVery good Korean BBQ and decent sushi in a tranquil garden. Authentic and great service.
The new 'it' spot in Kampala with different restaurants represented in a cool and hip setting with a rooftop bar and lounge. Great for a quick bite and a drink!
Kurb
Plot 4 Bukoto 8 RoadThe new 'it' spot in Kampala with different restaurants represented in a cool and hip setting with a rooftop bar and lounge. Great for a quick bite and a drink!
Drinks & Nightlife
Good spot when you're craving wine+cheese
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Cantine Divino Restaurant and Bar
Mabua RoadGood spot when you're craving wine+cheese
Social and central hangout spot with ok food and drinks. Very popular with expats.
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Quepasa
Social and central hangout spot with ok food and drinks. Very popular with expats.
A lovely place with a big garden, and newly built bar with excellent views over the lake. Nice but not spectacular food; great for sundowners and dinners with friends.
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Kampala Forest Resort
A lovely place with a big garden, and newly built bar with excellent views over the lake. Nice but not spectacular food; great for sundowners and dinners with friends.
A popular place for the young and hip crowds in the upcoming Industrial Area. Afriart Gallery also has a gallery in the building. Popular with music events and concerts.
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The Embers Bar & Restaurant
90/92 Seventh StreetA popular place for the young and hip crowds in the upcoming Industrial Area. Afriart Gallery also has a gallery in the building. Popular with music events and concerts.
Sightseeing
I-Mosque Central eKampala
Old Kampala RoadFor 360 degree views of Kampala
Arts & Culture
The Square
Third StreetNice space for different events (parties, expos etc)
Afriart Gallery
110 Kenneth DaleMost famous gallery in Kampala
Essentials
Not very inspiring, but good for buying alcohol, personal items and everything in between. Fruit+veg is not very nice and fresh, so better to buy at Nakawa market.
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Shoprite Lugogo
Not very inspiring, but good for buying alcohol, personal items and everything in between. Fruit+veg is not very nice and fresh, so better to buy at Nakawa market.
Shopping
KONA
plot 43 Bukoto StBeautiful UG/Indian inspired jewellery and accessories.
Bold
Plot 13 Cooper RdLocal Fashion brands and accessories
A good place to shop, buy groceries (a new Shoprite just opened in April 2018) with good options for restaurants and bars as well! ATMS are plentiful as well.
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The Acacia Mall
roadA good place to shop, buy groceries (a new Shoprite just opened in April 2018) with good options for restaurants and bars as well! ATMS are plentiful as well.
The easiest and best alternative for local crafts to bring back home. Nice selection of goods; from baskets to jewellery and everything in between.
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Banana Boat
Yusuf Lule RoadThe easiest and best alternative for local crafts to bring back home. Nice selection of goods; from baskets to jewellery and everything in between.
Recycled glass in different shapes and sizes. Next door Kampala Fair is good for clothing in Kitenge fabric.
Good Glass
44 Bukoto StRecycled glass in different shapes and sizes. Next door Kampala Fair is good for clothing in Kitenge fabric.