‘Tis the season to eat everything and, if you’re whiling away the time in Windhoek this holiday, why not throw some of your hard earned coin at these great spots?
Sexy and stylish with selfie-lighting for the gods, Sumi is by far the best thing to happen to Windhoek’s dining scene maybe ever. Head here for ice cold shots of Patron, fresh to death tuna sashimi and the tomahawk steak and miso butter baked potatoes of dreams.
When not up there partying up a storm, The Loft is a great spot to indulge in delicious two-for-one pizza and blue Happy Hour margaritas as you watch the sun set on Tal Street. Soundchecks wafting from the Warehouse down below are a plus.
New on the block and cute as a button, this specialty bar is all about the matcha, the flavoured, the blooming tea and their adorable accompaniments. Pop in here for more tea variations than you know what to do with alongside a macaron, matcha biscuit or handmade chocolate.
Sun dappled and Spanish, Que Tapas is a little something different on Liliencron Street. Make a turn if you enjoy great cocktails, smiling service and cider chorizos al fresco.
If you’re looking for a little local cuisine in the city, Pepata is a sterling suggestion. Ensconced between the national theatre and national art gallery, this sunny little spot is quick with the omagungu (mopane worms) in chilli, eenangu (kapenta) and ombidi ikukutu (dried spinach) served good, clean and fresh.
Brand new and charming, Klara’s loves their products local and wins in their vibrant view of pedestrian Windhoek, delicious chicken and pesto wraps as well as guilt and gluten free chocolate tarts coupled with big, grand gulps of Slowtown.
Great for a day getaway, Beer Barrel is situated a few kilometres out of Windhoek, just before the train station off the B6 and down the aptly named Beer Lover Boulevard. Wolf down a succulent helping of ribs, indulge in one of their craft beer tasting trays or try the Big Boy 1kg steak challenge to mine new depths of December gluttony.
Chilled and friendly, this little wine bar that could is a must for those who like their vino boutique, sparkling or just gin. Mozy on down to Macadam Street to sample their carefully curated selection of wines and craft gins alongside some light snacks.
A favourite when it comes to value for money sushi, sake and service with a smile, all roads lead to Daisho for your tempura prawns, sushi platters and sporadic all-you-can-eat buffet.
They aren’t one place but they’ve been doing an excellent job of revitalising Windhoek’s city centre. Great for people watching and proudly Namibian coffee and ice cream, head to either of these awesome side-by-side Independent Avenue establishments to sip, slurp and people watch.
There you have it. Windhoek’s top 10 as I see it with honourable mention to Joe’s Beerhouse’s mouthwatering lamb shank and exhilarating drumming circle, News Café’s Pornstar martini, Garnish’s mutton saagwala, Seasource’s fresh oysters and fish and chips, Bean Tree at Grove Superspar’s thick cuts of salmon sashimi and Single Quarters’ iconic handfuls of kapana.
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