Top 10 restaurants in Matola, Mozambique

November 25, 2017 Florencio Paulino

Matola is the largest suburb of the Mozambique capital, Maputo, and adjacent to it to the west. It is the nation's second most populated place. Matola is the capital of Maputo Province and has had its own elected municipal government since 1998. It has a port and also the biggest industrial area in Mozambique. The population of Matola is, according to the 2007 census, 675,422 inhabitants, having increased to a 2014 projected population of 893,000.
Things to do in Matola

1. Mundos

Av. Julius Nyerere 657 | No.657, Maputo 1100, Mozambique Wheelchair Accessible, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards Italian, Bar, Pizza, European, Pub, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks HK$118 - HK$157 +258 21 494 080
Excellent
22%
Good
53%
Satisfactory
22%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 619 reviews

Mundos

Reviewed By Shayna P

Mundos have been there for quite a while .. and they have the best pizzas in town ! The service is also really good !! Recommended it for meals with friends !

2. Sagres Shellfish Restaurant

Av. Marginal 4272, Maputo 1100, Mozambique Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Seafood, Mediterranean, European, Portuguese, Soups, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Late Night HK$118 - HK$157 +258 21 495 201
Excellent
25%
Good
51%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 495 reviews

Sagres Shellfish Restaurant

Reviewed By Pati R

It is such a typical restaurant of Maputo...love to go and have some typical Portuguese style sardines...
Don’t mis the “Camarão alhinho” (garlic sauce prawns) for starter and the famous Mozambican “pão de alho” (garlic bread):
If not to hot, try to sit outside and have a good sea view....ah....don’t forget to try Mozambican beers Laurentina or 2M

3. Cafe Sol

Sun Square, Rua Beijo de Mulata, Maputo 1100, Mozambique Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Takeout Cafe, International, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch HK$78 - HK$118 +258 82 223 3765
Excellent
37%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
5%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 132 reviews

Cafe Sol

Reviewed By SunnyW358 - Albuquerque, New Mexico

We have been to this cafe several times because we like the ambiance of the cafe.
An interesting feature is that sometimes they hold a craft market. Today also the premises of the cafe had a craft market. Vendors were just fixing their stalls at 9.30 a.m.
We ordered toasted sandwiches, coffee with milk and galao. The food came pretty fast today and galao was also much better this time. The portions, however, were very small for the prices they charged. We were also there after a hefty session of morning exercise and were especially hungry.
We liked the fact they had wholewheat bread, which many places in Maputo did not offer.
We would probably be back for brunch soon.

4. Zambi

Av 10 de Novembro 8, Maputo 1100, Mozambique Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible Seafood, European, Portuguese, Soups, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch +258 84 398 4126
Excellent
46%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 814 reviews

Zambi

Conveniently located in Maputo's C.B.D district , Zambi is picturesquely located overlooking the Maputo bay with an amazing view of Catembe. Zambi is a Restaurante that excels in the culinary art of preparing local fresh seafood, top grade aged meat and an already famous Nikkei sushi.

Reviewed By Philip R - Maputo

We have eaten here many times and it always maintains its quality consistently. It has a great variety of meat and fish dishes and we especially enjoy the lagostins tails, seared tuna and petit gateaux. Nice atmosphere to enjoy a late afternoon lunch.

5. Bel Piatto

Rua da Argelia No. R/C 28 | Corner of Julius Nyerere and Rua Da Argelia, Maputo 1100, Mozambique Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Italian, European, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +258 84 457 3747
Excellent
40%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 210 reviews

Bel Piatto

Proprietor: Ms. Patrícia Camões<br>e-mail address: [email protected]<br>Mobile: +258 84 457 3747

Reviewed By Christina C - Nashville, Tennessee

My husband and I went to Bel Piatto for dinner and had a completely adequate dinner. I had the seafood fettuccine and he had the pesto gnocchi. We were intrigued by a well reviewed Italian restaurant in Mozambique. What we received was an adequate representation of Italian food. It wasn't great. It wasn't bad. The food is clearly made freshly and the service was attentive. I have to say I think we had better meals in Maputo but if you are looking for Italian - Bel Piatto is a passable reproduction.

6. Mundos Matola

Avenida Abel Baptista | EN-4 Shoprite, Matola 1114, Mozambique Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Takeout Bar, Pizza, Contemporary, Pub, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast +258 84 544 6444
Excellent
13%
Good
62%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 37 reviews

Mundos Matola

Reviewed By Nicolandia - Maputo, Mozambique

Classic sports bar restaurant with the best food imaginable. Spare ribs, grilled steaks, succulent pizzas - just name it. The ambience is young mixed and cool. Family, young couples, smokers closed division...there is space for all

7. Restaurante Taverna

Corner Avenidas Mao Tse Tung and Armando Tivane | Av.julius nyerere n.967, Maputo 1100, Mozambique Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Mediterranean, European, Portuguese Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Late Night HK$337 - HK$1,130 +258 84 444 5550
Excellent
39%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
6%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 233 reviews

Restaurante Taverna

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Reviewed By Darice S - Maputo, Mozambique

This is quite a popular Portuguese restaurant in Maputo. There is a lunchtime buffet and does get quite busy. The food is quite average and doesn't reflect the price you pay.

8. Campo de Fiori

Jardim Dos Cronistas, Rua Rui de Pina | Sommeschield, Maputo 1100, Mozambique Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Takeout, Reservations, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar Italian, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Late Night
Excellent
20%
Good
60%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 147 reviews

Campo de Fiori

Reviewed By Patrick M

If this review was in a European town I'd probably rate this restaurant a 3/5, but considering this is Maputo, the restaurant clearly goes a long way to get some authentic Italian ingredients. The pasta & main courses are of good value and are overall good. The pizzas however are pretty poor so stay away from those.
Amazingly the starters are where this place excelles. With fresh authentic hams & cheeses from Italy.
Also very pleasant as it has a large outdoor area where locals & expats meet.

9. Manjar dos Deuses

Avenida Julius Nyerere, Maputo 1100, Mozambique Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol European, Portuguese Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +258 82 305 4267
Excellent
32%
Good
53%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 121 reviews

Manjar dos Deuses

Reviewed By Taeyoung K - Juba, South Sudan

고급레스토랑의 분위기가 흠뻑 느껴지고, 음식은 돼지고기 필레와 새콤달콤한 상그리아를 주문해서 먹었는데 둘의 궁합이 아주 좋았습니다. 디저트는 산딸기 요거트를 시켰는데 마무리가 괜찮았습니다.
It is expensive restaurant in Maputo. Ordered pork fillet and sangria. Pork fillet was well marinated and presented with refreshing sangria made the marriage between the two very good. Ordered yogurt with wild berries for dessert. It was really good!

10. Dhow Mozambique

Ponta Vermelha - Rua de Marracuene No. 4, Maputo 1100, Mozambique Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Mediterranean, European, Greek, International, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks +258 84 519 3839
Excellent
55%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 450 reviews

Dhow Mozambique

Reviewed By Elise G - Hudson River Valley, New York

What a stunning venue! It felt as if I were in a spa. Just gorgeous ambiance. The decor, the sea, the pool, and the merchandise. I also loved the music. Simply being at Dhow, put me in a good mood! The food matched the environment. We shared one appetizer (the mixed veggie plate) and a spanokopita. I would order both again. Service was great and the pace worked. Dhow surely has my vote of excellence!

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