Sudan Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Sudan

March 2, 2018 Roseanne Arnett

The Sudan or Sudan (/suːˈdæn, -ˈdɑːn/ ( listen); Arabic: السودان‎ as-Sūdān) also known as North Sudan since South Sudan's independence and officially the Republic of the Sudan (Arabic: جمهورية السودان‎ Jumhūriyyat as-Sūdān), is a country in Northern Africa. It is bordered by Egypt to the north, the Red Sea, Eritrea and Ethiopia to the east, South Sudan to the south, the Central African Republic to the southwest, Chad to the west and Libya to the northwest. It is the third largest country in Africa covering 1,886,068 square kilometres (728,215 sq mi). The White Nile flows through the country, emptying into Lake Nubia in the north, the largest manmade lake in the world. The River Nile divides the country into eastern and western halves. Before the Sudanese Civil War, South Sudan was part of Sudan, but it became independent in 2011.
Things to do in Sudan

1. SOLITAIRE

Amarat 15, Khartoum, Sudan Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Television European, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Late Night HK$78 - HK$118
Excellent
30%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
7%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 194 reviews

SOLITAIRE

Reviewed By JemoScout - Leuven, Belgium

I was told that a place to this place is a must from my father who ate there couple of years ago. Well, The service is super slow and the food you order is hardly what you get and they behave like they do not care. I can't recommeneded at any level.

2. Ozone

khartoum2, Khartoum, Sudan Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Highchairs Available Cafe, European, Vegetarian Friendly, Halal, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night
Excellent
38%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 302 reviews

Ozone

Reviewed By Atila U - Ankara, Turkey

Ozone is a nice escape in the city. It has a beautiful garden under a monumental tree and fast service. You will not find any local food or delicacy, but the menu is satisfactory enough for your preferences - meat, salad, pasta or breakfast. They prepare coffee with care.The fruit juices are fresh, but a bit slow in servicing. The only bug is that they do not have sparkling water (I don't really know why). Their pizza is not like the regular circular pizza that you find in pizzerias but still OK. Portions are big, and the plate content is rich. Their burger is worth trying, and Caesar Salad is my favorite. When you are in Khartoum, you will visit Ozone unavoidably...

3. Rickshaw / Corinthia Hotel Khartoum

Nile Road, Khartoum 11045, Sudan (Formerly Rickshaw / Burj Al-Fateh 18th floor) Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Free Wifi, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Wheelchair Accessible Chinese, Asian, Vegetarian Friendly Dinner, Lunch +249 18 715 5555
Excellent
33%
Good
51%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 84 reviews

Rickshaw / Corinthia Hotel Khartoum

As Khartoum's highest restaurant, the Rickshaw's commanding views complement its stunning innovative menu. From China to Japan, every dish on this culinary journey fuses the traditional with the innovative in a subtly lit, beautifully designed environment.

Reviewed By Kurry K - Wuhan, China

The restaurant and staff were great... while we were eating they had a man playing songs on an acoustic guitar. The view was of course great from there, but pics were a little hard to take due to the layout of the restaurant. The hotel was mostly filled with Saudi businessmen, there is a small gift shop on the first floor.

4. Mugran Restaurant

NIle Road, Khartoum 11112, Sudan Wheelchair Accessible, Reservations, Buffet, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Valet Parking, Free Wifi, Waitstaff International, European, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner +249 18 715 5555
Excellent
54%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 30 reviews

Mugran Restaurant

Inspiring architecture with panoramic views of Khartoum and the Nile River. With spectacular views of Sunut Forest, the White and Blue Nile and the bucolic charms of Tutti Island, this superbly designed restaurant caters to all tastes with it's mouth-watering array of specialties from all over the world.

Reviewed By Aboudy G - New York, New York, United States

That's really the highlight. The confluence of the two Niles. And Tutti island, Omdurman, and Khartoum North (Bahri).
You won't get a better public view anywhere, as this is up on the 28th floor of this egg-shaped futurely designed hotel funded by Gaddadi during his heydays in Africa.
The food? A buffet. International.
Bland but decent. What you'll remember is the view.
So take a window seat, if you are not afraid of heights.

5. Le Grill

Nile Road, Khartoum, Sudan (Formerly Le Grill / Burj Al-Fateh Hotel) Takeout, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Television, Free Wifi, Outdoor Seating Steakhouse, Bar, European Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch +249 18 715 5555
Excellent
31%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
5%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 60 reviews

Le Grill

As an authentic steakhouse, Le Grill sources prime beef which is the hallmark of this lively and entertaining restaurant. Boasting the finest cuts in Khartoum, the restaurant is not only the place for the most discerning of palates, it also offers music lovers a club-like venue for eclectic live music amid the dark mahogany and restrained lighting. Le Grill is conveniently located on the ground floor with direct access outside.

Reviewed By AllanWhicker007

The food is below average, but really great for Khartoum, service is slow so take your mobile and occupy yourself for 30 to 45 minutes while they make your food (even if it's empty) the staff are friendly but very sloooooooooooow. Don't go here if you are hungry, or you will either fall asleep or die of starvation before your food arrives.
The Soup of the day is usually not bad and the burgers are OK. As for the other dishes, well, if you're really very hungry, they will fill a hole and tadte will not be that important anyway. The place has huge potential, in another Country it would be a really happening place. In Khartoum it has a feeling of the day after the natural disaster. Also there's a problem with the music system so don't be surprised if you hear the same song being played continually for an hour, no one will bother skipping to the next song and as you lay in bed that night, that same song will be going through your head.

6. City Cafe

Africa Road | Al Salam Rotana, Khartoum, Sudan Cafe HK$31 - HK$126 +249 18 700 7777
Excellent
75%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 20 reviews

City Cafe

City Cafe. Ideal for an informal get together over a cup of coffee or a delicious afternoon tea. For refreshments, light snacks and fresh tempting pastries.

Reviewed By louiskoper

Nice place and quiet. fast worker to meet the wishes of customers snack very good and coffee fresh. I asked for drinks not found in the drinks list was made by the young polite Mohamed Elfatih .wish to visit the place soon and I suggest you visit this place to spend happy times

7. Topkapi Restaurant

Abul Gasim Hashim road Aria 3 Block 1 | Burri, Khartoum 11111, Sudan Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible Mediterranean, Turkish, Middle Eastern, Barbecue, Halal, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Dinner, Lunch, Late Night HK$39 - HK$78 +249 18 826 8888
Excellent
32%
Good
58%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 50 reviews

Topkapi Restaurant

Very nice turkish restaurant... Delicious traditional turkish kitchen...

Reviewed By GertHofhuis - Nairobi, Kenya

This Turkish restaurant offers excellent value for money. Had an excellent meze platter (tzatziki, humus etc.) starter with pizza bread, a fresh mixed salad and then the Turkish version of a mixed grill, washed down with an excellent fresh lemon & mint juice. The food quality was great, as was the service, which was almost too fast, as the mains arrived very soon after the starters. The restaurant's interior was similar to a 1960s diner, but was very clean and there was good a/c. All in all, a most pleasant experience.
As in the rest of Sudan, no alcohol is served, and credit cards aren't accepted.

8. Al Nuba Restaurant

Africa Road | Al Salam Rotana, Khartoum, Sudan Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Validated Parking, Highchairs Available, Buffet, Wheelchair Accessible Mediterranean, European, Middle Eastern, International, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Halal, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch HK$63 - HK$330 +249 18 700 7777
Excellent
76%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 137 reviews

Al Nuba Restaurant

Al Nuba Restaurant. All day dining Restaurant is a relaxed venue offering delicious specialities throughout the day including a daily buffet for breakfast, lunch & dinner.Fascinating theme nights:Sunday - Arabian DelightMonday - Italian Night Tuesday - Latino Night Wednesday - Seafood NightThursday - Barbecue NightFriday - Family Brunch / International NightSaturday - Far East Night

Reviewed By Salma A. B

If you are in Khartoum city you definitely have to try this great restaurant located inside Al-Salam Rotana hotel .
Beside the beautiful interior design , friendly staff and outstanding outdoor garden they serve the best food at the town!
The breakfast buffet included many choices of food started from vegetables , fruits , Deserts , traditional and international cuisine beside a freshly made omelet , ban cakes and waffle .
The staff were very friendly and they serve your choice of hot , cold or fresh drinks .
For me its was all perfect and am gonna visit it again !

9. Alhoush Restaurant

Nile Street, Om Durman | El Seref Complex, Khartoum 11111, Sudan Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Validated Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Mongolian, Vegetarian Friendly, Halal Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner HK$16 - HK$118 +249 15 676 7676
Excellent
49%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
5%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 53 reviews

Alhoush Restaurant

We serve authentic Sudanese cusine in an authentic Sudanese Decoration representing a Sudanese court yard in a village... We also serve Asian, Fast food and International Cusine... We have more than 23 show cooking stalls that will defenitly tickle your taste buds

Reviewed By knewell108 - Johannesburg, South Africa

The restaurant has all of the qualities of a Western restaurant with the flare of a local sudanese restaurant. Some may find the place to be too theatrical but the restaurant pulls it off as best as can be done. At night one an enjoy...MoreDear Tiburon, We are really glad that our team give you a nice experience and we hope to repeat this experience with you again and again... You are always welcome to Alhoush

10. Assaha

Africa Street, Near Canadian Embassy | Next to the Canadian Embassy, Khartoum, Sudan Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Parking Available, Free Wifi Lebanese, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Halal Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night +249 15 521 2121
Excellent
48%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 217 reviews

Assaha

Reviewed By LucyCarvalho - UK

After a long period of time in the North of the country subsisting in a vegetarian diet I was looking forward to some grilled meat. Assaha is a popular Lebanese restaurant, located inside a hotel, distributed over many rooms and popular with locals and expats alike. The food is tasty and all dishes are big enough to share between 2+ people. The downside was the service - it was very slow. Prices are midrange. Recommended.

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