Anybody visiting Uganda always looks forward to experiencing the country’s wide variety of cuisines, ranging from the world renowned matoke to the food billed as ‘reserved for the daring’, the nsenene.
Matoke basically refers to unripen bananas, a delicacy that is more of a staple food in the East African country. The fruit is harvested green and then cooked and often mashed or pounded into a meal. It is then steam-cooked, and then mashed.
Most restaurants in Uganda offer matoke hence any visitors wouldn’t find any difficulties in getting a taste.
There are quite a number of great restaurants in Uganda that visitors should consider paying a visit during their stay there. Here are some;
- Café Javas – Kampala
Café Javas offers a great get-away from the buzzle of the capital, with a full-service, quick-casual, coffee-themed artistic look. It ‘s a great place to visit, whether you’re taking a quick break from the office or want to meet friends or colleagues for something more.
If you’re looking for an informal set-up that’s friendly and with a great emphasis of customer service, put Café Javas in your list of places to visit in your stay in Uganda.
- Moti Mahal – Jinja
Though it has an Indian theme, Moti Mahal offers a great experience to its customers in terms of customer service and the delicacies.
Locals love this restaurant because it gives them a feel of India, their culture and tastes. What makes Moti Mahal stand out is the amazing ability to offer customized delicacies drawn from both Indian and Ugandan cultures.
- Faze3 – Entebbe
Faze 3 is a spacious, comfortable restaurant, located just 5 minutes from the airport. That alone makes it very convenient for visitors from outside the country, or those from upcountry who plan to use the airport.
The restaurant has ample indoor and outdoor seating, and offers a panoramic view of Lake Victoria and the old airport.
Faze 3 is a multi-cuisine restaurant serving continental and tandoori style dishes.
- Agip Motel – Mbarara
Agip Motel is a favourite hotel for tourists visiting the western national parks due to its location, services and accommodation. It has beautiful mature gardens suitable for camping, cocktail parties, banquets, live bands, gospel, weddings, crusades, or other large outdoor events. It also offers conference facilities for up to 100- 50 people.
If you’re thinking of having an eventful holiday, Agip Motel would do for you.
