Become a Virtual Tourist Member Today!  Sign Up for Free | Sign In
Windhoek Restaurants
Search:

Home » Travel Guides » Africa » Namibia » Khomas » Windhoek » Restaurants

Windhoek Hotels

Real reviews from real travelers.

Windhoek Restaurants

Reviews and photos of Windhoek restaurants posted by real travelers and locals. The best tips for Windhoek dining.
Windhoek Map
Sort By:  Most Recent | Best Rated
Joe's Beerhouse: Hang out in a cool African Atmosphere
  • Tip Rating:
  • Satisfaction:
  • Edla
  • Updated By Edla on June 22, 2006
  • Windhoek Page by Edla
  • This is practically tradition for tourists to go to. Even us locals always enjoy the Joe's atmosphere. It's an open air restaurant created to give an African "bush" feel.
    For those meat and beer lovers this is great. But everyone enjoys it because the menu is big, the tables are huge so it's especially ideal for groups of people who just wanna hang out and be loud and have fun.
    Unless you're going to sit at the bar area, it's advisable to book a table in advance.

  • Theme: African
  • Price: US$21-30    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: 160 Nelson Mandela Avenue
  • Phone: (264 61) 232457
  • Directions: This is quite an easy street to find. (Windhoek is quite small). It's in Eros.
  • Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful

    Visiting Windhoek?

    Read reviews about Windhoek Hotels

    Real Reviews from Real VirtualTourist Members.

    Joe's beer house: African taste
  • Tip Rating:
  • Satisfaction:
  • THLIN
  • By THLIN on September 11, 2004
  • Windhoek Page by THLIN
  • everybody - Windhoek
    everybody
    by THLIN
    With great atomosphere and special decoration, it is more than enjoyable place to eat. A lot of foreigners came here to seek real African food, well, I think it's a recommanded place.

    bushmen sosatie--for first and last visitors, I think it's good to have all the yammy food in the same plate, where there are kudu, springbok, zebra, crocodile and so on. Although it's kinda expensive than other choices but it really worth it.

    Leave a Comment

  • Theme: African
  • Price: US$21-30    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Address: 160 Nelson Mandela Ave
  • Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    The Wine Bar: PERFECT for a sundowner
  • Tip Rating:
  • Satisfaction:
  • Edla
  • Updated By Edla on November 16, 2006
  • Windhoek Page by Edla
  • During the week it's a great place to pop by quickly ater work, just to unwind and watch the sun set. During the weekend it's a great place to hang out and have lovely conversations with friends with soothing jazz sounds in the background.

    Did I say that it's perfect for watching the sun set? Well, it's perfect for watching the sun set...given the fact that Namibian sun sets are the most beautiful :)

    They don't really serve food but have all kinds of stuff that compliment wine drinking, like cheese platters with crackers or sea food platters etc. They also have the most delicious chocolate cake, which is of course my favourite :)

    Oh, by the way. You can also book out an entire section for a private dinner or whatever.

  • Theme: Wine Bar/Wine Tasting
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: 3 Garten Street
  • Phone: +264 61 226514
  • Directions: Close to the city council from one side and the amous orthodontist offices on the other.
  • Website: e-mail: windmillwines@mweb.com.na
  • Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    Iitumba - associated with Bush Boma & Adventures: The bush in the city
  • Tip Rating:
  • Satisfaction:
  • Edla
  • Updated By Edla on November 16, 2006
  • Windhoek Page by Edla
  • This is a GREAT place to go, to get away from the noise and enjoy some fantastic barbeque. It has a "bush" setting, giving it a rural/African feel. They even have quadbiking facilities available if you want to do some stress releasing by driving around on dirt/gravel roads.
    I love the tranquil atmosphere.

    Oh, PLEASE BOOK in advance.

    The serve freshly baked pot bread...actually all their food is made right there and then. There is no menu, you eat what they have. Generally it will be 3 diffrent types of meat like game, pork and beef. Then they'll have 3 salads with deliciously cooked veggies; Or they'll have no salads but a variety of cooked veggies (deliscious) and dessert. The thing is ALL the food is good!
    Yes, they do serve beer and whatever alcohol you might want. Oh and if you're here in the Summer (which is pratically from October to April :) you'll want to have a cold beer :)

    I guess by now you'll realise that is you're not a meat eater you might not like it. But, trust me the rest of the food will make it worth your while going.

  • Theme: Barbecue
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: Western Bypass
  • Phone: +264 61 275 4710
  • Directions: Take the Western Bypass en route to Country Club Hotel & Resort. When you see the country Club ahead of you on the left, the dirt road plus the sign that says Iitumba will be on your right. Just follow this dirt/gravel road.
  • Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    NICE - Namibian Institute of Culinary Education: NICE is nice :)
  • Tip Rating:
  • Satisfaction:
  • Edla
  • By Edla on November 16, 2006
  • Windhoek Page by Edla
  • BEAUTIFUL! The designer of this place has to be a genius. This restaurant/bar is divided into so many sections. There's the diner, then there's a pub and bar area, there's a place for those who want to sit around a fire and have drinks...it's absolutely amazing!
    It caters for all kinds of settings from hanging out to cozy.

  • Theme: Other
  • Price: less than US$10    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: Corner of Hosea Kutako Drive and Bismarck
  • Directions: It's close to the Main Entrance of the Polytechnic. It's a maroon building.
  • Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful

    Visiting Windhoek?

    Read reviews about Windhoek Hotels

    Real Reviews from Real VirtualTourist Members.

    Joe's beer house: Game restaurant
  • Tip Rating:
  • Satisfaction:
  • Bigjones
  • By Bigjones on April 28, 2005
  • Windhoek Page by Bigjones
  • A funny one ;-) Click to enlarge - Windhoek
    A funny one ;-) Click to
    enlarge
    by Bigjones
    Extremely popular restaurant where you can try all kind of game : kudu, springbok, zebra, ostrich, crocodile and oryx. The meat tastes great. For me, one of the best (if not the best) restaurants in Windhoek. It's recommended to book in advance.

    Leave a Comment

  • Theme: Local
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: 160, Nelson Mandela Avenue
  • Phone: 254849
  • Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    El Cubano: Latin music is everywhere !!
  • Tip Rating:
  • Satisfaction:
  • Bigjones
  • By Bigjones on April 28, 2005
  • Windhoek Page by Bigjones
  • Bri, Pascal & Heidi - Windhoek
    Bri, Pascal & Heidi
    by Bigjones
    As usual, I like finding latin spots and see if it's possible to dance. I'd never thought it would be possible in Windhoek but it is ! Well, not many people dance in this Cuban restaurant but anyway, it's a good place to hear some Cuban music and eat Cuban dishes as well.

    I have to say it's not the best restaurant we tried but we went there for the atmosphere and not for the food anyway.

    Leave a Comment

  • Theme: Other
  • Price: less than US$10    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: Tal street
  • Directions: near Crafts Center
  • Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    JOE'S BEERHOUSE: EAT AT JOE'S
  • Tip Rating:
  • Satisfaction:
  • DAO
  • Updated By DAO on May 7, 2009
  • Windhoek Page by DAO

  • Eat at Joe’s? The name really does not even begin to hint at the delights of this fantastic restaurant. This is a WOW! I rate this as one of the best restaurants in Africa. The compound is full of Lapas (small thatch covered buildings with no walls) and several themes areas. There is a pond and several bar areas as well. The staff are fantastic and nothing is a problem. The menu screams MEAT EATERS WELCOME! Choose from Game dishes or traditional meat dishes. And there’s the beer! Served cold and with a smile every time. This is a lively yet peaceful atmosphere for families and couples. They stay open late for drinkers. If you only spend one night in Windhoek – eat here!

    * There are vegetarian dishes on the menu.


    * Starter:
    Chicken Salad with Prawns. Georgeous! Tender chicken with a fresh tasty salad.
    * Main meal:
    Bushman Sosatie – the King of meals in Windhoek!
    Ostrich, Crocodile, Zebra, Kudu, Chicken with Salad & Fritters. It’s surprising how good Zebra tastes. No wonder lions eat them! This is served with several side sauces on a wooden cutting board so you can mix and match tastes. Delicious!

    Leave a Comment

  • Theme: Steakhouse
  • Price: less than US$10    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Phone: +264 61 23 2457
  • Directions: 160 Nelson Mandela Avenue PO Box 5040 Windhoek, Namibia (There is a good street map on their website)
  • Website: http://www.joesbeerhouse.com/
  • Other Contact: info@joesbeerhouse.com
  • Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    O PORTUGA RESTAURANT: PORTUGUESE & ANGOLAN DELIGHT
  • Tip Rating:
  • Satisfaction:
  • DAO
  • Updated By DAO on March 10, 2008
  • Windhoek Page by DAO
  • This place is always busy and the staff are slow. It’s a shame because the food is excellent. Just give the people smoking at the next table a nasty look and they usually pack it in. This restaurant does superb food; you cannot take that away from them. You can get a peek at your fish (pictured) before they do their magic on it. Ingredients are fresh and tasty and even the economical wines are good quality. If you are in Windhoek for 2-3 days, stop in for a great meal. The menu is massive and varied. Plenty of vegetarian options as well.

    I had the Salad Niçoise for a starter (pictured) followed by an Angolan Fish Dish (also pictured) washed down with some red wine and a cold draft beer.

    Leave a Comment

  • Theme: African
  • Price: less than US$10    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Address: O Portuga,151 Nelson Mandela Av., Windhoek
  • Phone: 061 272900
  • Website: http://www.oportuga-restaurant-namibia.com/
  • Other Contact: oportuga@nweb.com.na
  • Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    La Marmite: Cuisine from the Motherland
  • Tip Rating:
  • Satisfaction:
  • Edla
  • Updated By Edla on April 13, 2007
  • Windhoek Page by Edla
  • Ah, La Marmite! The ambience is great without it being overdone. You know how people like to do up a place and you can tell it's just for the tourist?
    Well La Marmite is not like that, it's real...beautiful in it's simpleness.

    Ah, all their food is really good. I especially like the Mafe, which is a chicken dish done in ground nut. The chargrilled lamb chops are just as delicious.

  • Theme: African
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: 383 Independence Avenue
  • Phone: (+264 61) 240306
  • Directions: Well independence Avenue is really hard to miss. The restaurant is downtown on Independence avenue towards Computerland.
  • Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    More Windhoek Tips
    Overview
     
    Hotels and Accommodations
    Tips: 23 - Photos: 62
    Things To Do
    Tips: 70 - Photos: 156
    Nightlife
    Tips: 6 - Photos: 3
    Transportation
    Tips: 26 - Photos: 48
    Restaurants
    Tips: 24 - Photos: 35
    Shopping
    Tips: 15 - Photos: 36
    Off the Beaten Path
    Tips: 6 - Photos: 12
    Tourist Traps
    Tips: 4 - Photos: 5
    Warnings or Dangers
    Tips: 8 - Photos: 14
    Local Customs
    Tips: 6 - Photos: 19
    Packing Lists
    Tips: 4 - Photos: 0
    Sports Travel
    » Add a tip now
    General Tips
    Tips: 29 - Photos: 44
    Flights
    Tips: 10 - Photos: 0

    Best Windhoek Travel Deals

    Lodging Hotel
    Up to 50% off Hotels at Expedia. No Expedia change or cancel fees!

    Local Hotel Reviews
    Read Reviews & Listings for Local New York Hotels at Switchboard.

    Newark NJ Hotel
    Minutes from Manhattan. Save 75% Over NYC Hotels in Downtown Newark!

    CheapTickets: Hotel Deals
    Find Discount Hotel Rates On CheapTickets. Travel Made Simple.

    Namibia Safari
    Luxury Tailormade Travel & Tours Fly in Safaris, Self-Drive & others

    Sponsored Links

    More Windhoek Travel Deals

    Hotel Lodging
    Low Price Guaranteed on Hotels No Change/Cancel Fees. Book Now!

    Bermuda Hotels
    B&Bs, Inns, Cottages, and Hotels Find the Ideal Bermuda Accomodation

    Luxury Cabin in Namibia
    Absolute isolation, exclusivity and privacy in the heart of the desert.

    Sponsored Links

    Windhoek Hotels





    About VirtualTourist |  10 Great Things to Do On VirtualTourist |  Contact Us |  Press Center |  Help |  User Agreement |  Privacy Statement
    Virtual Tourist® ©1994-2009 VirtualTourist.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved.