Where to Eat in Democratic Republic of the Congo: The Best Restaurants and Bars

March 19, 2018 Merry Kessler

Democratic Republic of the Congo from Africa region, is best know for Reservations. Discover best restaurants in Democratic Republic of the Congo with beautiful photos and great reviews from traveller around the world here!
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1. Le Cafe Conc

13 avenue de la Nation | Kinshasa-Gombe, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff French, European, International Lunch, Dinner HK$118 - HK$235 +243 818 993 090
Excellent
76%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 40 reviews

Le Cafe Conc

Sea food French Gastronomie

Reviewed By BryanDubai - Dubai

The menu reads like a traditional french cookbook contents page- all the old favourites. The service and staff knowledge is probably the best in Kinshasa. If anything, it's probably a bit overpriced. A pity there's no outdoor seating- the weather in Kinshasa makes dining outdoors my preference.

2. Le Cercle Gourmand

Cercle de Kinshasa | 414 Avenue du Cercle / Gombe, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Reservations, Private Dining, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol European, French, International Lunch, Dinner HK$157 - HK$314 +243 817 155 252
Excellent
33%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
7%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 78 reviews

Le Cercle Gourmand

Reviewed By TroisChatsLies - Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Tonight some friends and I attended an event that was catered by the Cercle Gourmand. It was all German food (the place is owned by Germans so it is authentic cuisine): pasta salad, sauerkraut, spaetzli, sausage, potatoes, goulash. Everything was tasty and the chefs were really friendly. My favorite was the cheesecake!

3. Chez Maman Colonel

10 Avenue Bayaka Kimbondo | Bandal, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Reservations African, Barbecue Dinner, Lunch, Late Night +243 999 909 672
Excellent
43%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 96 reviews

Chez Maman Colonel

A Kinshasa institution beloved by locals and expats for excellent rotisserie chicken.

Reviewed By Gillian B - Blantyre, Blantyre, Malawi

Went here on a rainy night so we sat inside. The place was welcoming and definitely had a nice feel to it. We ordered the chicken (of course) with chips and vegetables. Get the whole chicken if 2 people there as it is cheaper than buying 2 1/2 chickens. It is slow so be prepared to wait. Love the way they gave us hot water to wash our hands before eating. That is a nice touch. (You wash your hands African style in the restaurant). The only thing I would say I was disappointed in was the green vegetables which they told me was their version of Lenga Lenga and it looked nothing like Lenga Lenga as I know it.

4. Chez Philo

Near Boulvard 31 Juin, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol African, European, French, Belgian Dinner, Lunch, Late Night
Excellent
28%
Good
63%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 57 reviews

Chez Philo

Reviewed By secheresse - Montreal, Canada

Philo is a safe choice, calm place, not pretentious with a large selection of classic bistro food including local dishes and game meat (not from endangered species). Ambiance is cool and the service is good.

5. Limoncello

Avenue Tombalbaye 20 - Gombe, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Delivery Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean, European, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night HK$118 - HK$235 +243 815 141 111
Excellent
46%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 344 reviews

Limoncello

Reviewed By Martijn t - Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Went here with a large group from work. The location (at night) not the best, a dingy side street but inside very beautiful and tastefully decorated. Lots of staff, but they were watching mostly football on TV. Staff was friendly but also quite clueless. However the food and wine was delicious, truly good and considering Kinshasa prices very fairly priced. One of the best places in town, foodwise.

6. O'Poeta

4 Avenue Du Cercle, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Highchairs Available Italian, Pizza, European, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +243 999 229 097
Excellent
24%
Good
55%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 187 reviews

O'Poeta

Reviewed By Steeve P

I went twice to O'Poeta so far, once at noon for a pizza and the second time at night, for my birthday party. The first time, I was with my best friend and the second time with eight other friends. I must say that I prefer the ambiance at night. There are mosquitoes, because the restaurant is mainly outdoors, but the lights are great. There are also many plants and a slightly African décor that matches well with a cooler temperature and the coziness that brings the night. For the mosquito issue, just tell a waiter or a waitress: they will provide mosquito coils. The staff is friendly. Even if they don't seem to understand what you want, they will do whatever they can to satisfy you. I remember the first time I went I asked a pizza without mozzarella. I repeated it twice, to be sure the waitress had understood. She went away without saying anything. I was worried because I know that at the Limoncello for example they bother you for half an hour and in the end tell you that it can't be done. "A pizza without mozzarella? Why not a cup of coffee without cup?" But that's not the mindset of O'Poeta. They brought me a delicious sea food pizza without any trace of cheese. And the second time, for my birthday, it was just perfect, the food, the service, the ambiance,... everything was good.

7. Le Chalet

Avenue du Lac-Quartier Himbi | Avenue du Lac-Quartier Himbi, Goma, North Kivu Province, Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Buffet, Serves Alcohol African, Bar, Pizza, International, European, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner HK$55 - HK$126 +243 819 450 284
Excellent
35%
Good
49%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
7%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 54 reviews

Le Chalet

The chalet offer local and international food into a moderne cadre with an amzing garden and view on lake Kivu. Buffet every Sunday from 12h to 15h Buffet Pita or Lebanese every Wednesday before Djo's Bar. Happy hour form 7PM to 8PM evry every Wednesday.

Reviewed By therisious - Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo

I'm really awed with the view of this restaurant.
I feel like I'm in a Mediterranean rest house, so relaxing place.
We came on a Sunday when they have the lunch buffet.
They serve variety of good food and some cakes and fruits for dessert.
The tables and chairs outside where we sat is quite tight in space. They should expand the area for the tables/chairs.
It should be better also if there is a designated place for smoking customers.

8. ASK Tabuinhas

Avenue de La paix n1 / Comune de Ngaliema | Association Sportive Kinoise, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo Delivery, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Takeout, Accepts Credit Cards Italian, French, Mediterranean, European, Portuguese, International, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast HK$16 - HK$275 +243 819 777 767
Excellent
89%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 72 reviews

ASK Tabuinhas

Reviewed By Tom M

Went there on Sunday for the lunch buffet starting at 13:00.
Friendly welcome, food is very good and you have a large choice of meals.
For 30$ per adults, I think it s a good value for money taking into account the prices in Kinshasa.
Room for improvement in the place itself. The facilities could be renovated, it would not arm...

9. Patisserie Nouvelle

343 Avenue de l'Equateur | Gombe, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Waitstaff Cafe, European, French, Vegan Options, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch +243 814 226 640
Excellent
41%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 110 reviews

Patisserie Nouvelle

Home made passtries - bakery - ice cream

Reviewed By 4darkcanuck2 - Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Patisserie Nouvelle has a great Terrace that takes you out of the bustle of the city and allows you to relax while you eat. This is my go-to place if I need to have a lunch meeting or just to meet a friend for coffee. They are open early enough that if you want, you can grab a cappuccino and some breakfast food to go while on the way to work.
Patisserie Nouvelle has a plethora of sandwiches, salads as well as a decent sized menu for other meals. My favourite meal there is probably their lasagne. You will find a relaxing atmosphere, friendly service, good food and good prices. If you want, the vehicle attendants will even wash your vehicle for you while you are there.
This is a must as far as Kinshasa restaurants are concerned.

10. Tony & Tony Mezepolis

13 Avenue Mama Mobutu | Square Forrest, Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Reservations Mediterranean, Greek, European, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night HK$157 - HK$392 +243 812 336 000
Excellent
66%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 82 reviews

Tony & Tony Mezepolis

Reviewed By Africache - Moscow, Russia

I had a business lunch and one colleague suggested Tony. It is located near the museum and it has a nice peaceful garden. He food I thought was a bit expensive but the quality was great. We had mezze and a nice unhurried meeting. The owner was incredibly friendly. If you come to Lubumbashi or if you live here try Tony's. I will be back.

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