Location: Malabo
Top Restaurants in Malabo
Where to Eat in Malabo: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Malabo (/məˈlɑːboʊ/; Spanish pronunciation: [maˈlaβo]; formerly Santa Isabel) is the capital of Equatorial Guinea and the province of Bioko Norte. It is located on the north coast of the island of Bioko, formerly known by the Bubis, its indigenous inhabitants, as Etulá, and as Fernando Pó by the Europeans. The city has a population of approximately 187,302 inhabitants.
Things to do in Malabo
1. El Paraiso
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By Lokamitra - Vadodara, India
I was put in this hotel by my company as all the usual hotels we use for our one night crew-change where full due to a conference. I often take a taxi to the "Cultural Francaise" restaurant but this night I was tired and decided to eat in the hotel.
The poolside restaurant was not busy. In fact there were a a couple of girls lounging about with some guy who might have been the manager, or customer. I sat down and waited. No one came to me despite I could see people idle behind the counter of the open-air kitchen. I got up and went to counter and asked for a beer. At this point one fo the girls lounging around came up to the counter to take a beer to the man sitting with them. She sat down with that group again. She had that far away look and miserable expression on her face as though she was very disappointed with her life!
I collected my beer from the counter and took a menu for myself and sat down. When I had decided what I wanted I went back to the counter and ordered from the the person in kitchen. He started fanning the barbecue as the coals where not hot yet and I wanted a barbecued fish. I sat down again and waited. The beer glass became empty and one of the girls came over to take it. It was at this point I realised that the girls where waitresses!!
Some more customers came in. A couple of Spanish guys who I spoke to for a couple of minutes and then they sat down and waited for there food. He told me that the service was terrible and last time they got the wrong food. I wondered why he had come back.
When I went to the counter to see how my food was getting on I found one of the waitresses was squirting some kind of fuel onto the barbecue to get it going. Needless to say when eventually my fish came the skin stank of fuel and I tried to eat the flesh only but it smelt bad.
On top of this there was music coming from the kitchen side that was ok and seemed to have been chosen by the staff there but in my other ear was some very loud and nasty hip-hop. Very uncomfortable having two different types of music at the same time when you are trying to relax and eat.
In future I won't eat there!
2. Pizza Place
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 76 reviews
3. ICEF Malabo Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By Traveled_Paul - Dallas, Texas
I've been going once a week since I got here. No one I have been with has had any complaint on any of the food. Good service, Outstanding food even compared to Europe not Africa. I will continue to go back at least once per week. It is easy to spend 25K CFA (50 USD) per person on a dinner, but it is very nice. I plan to go tomorrow.
4. La Luna
Overall Ratings
4 based on 107 reviews
A complex consisting of bar, restaurant, nightclub and poolUn complexe comprenant bar, restaurant, discothèque et piscine
Reviewed By aner g - Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain
It must easily be the coolest place to eat in Malabo. Nice view of the port, big Terrace and comfortable elegant indoor restaurant and bar. The food is quite allright but nothing special. And it is expensive...I guess it is fine for a special occasion or for a late afternoon or night drink, but not for regular meals.
5. Bidji Binia
Overall Ratings
4 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Hank H - Malabo, Equatorial Guinea
I am a resident, and after trying all restaurants in Malabo, over 10 months, I must say that Bidji Biña's kitchen is the best in town. Not only pizza and pasta dishes are well prepared, but the fish and steaks are excellent. Staff is well-trained, and the lunch buffet on weekdays is a plus. Pequeño, pero funciona bien!
6. Le Voyageur
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Le Voyageur is the new gastronomic restaurant inside Sofitel Sipopo Le Golf open every Friday and Saturday night. Every week a new menu from anywhere in the world.
Reviewed By AvelinoE - Madrid, Spain
Excelente comida, muy elaborada y con una gran variedad. El precio es acorde a lo descrito y al pais, por lo que puede parecernos caro, pero es el mejor restaurante de Hotel .
7. Da Vinci Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By Karen B - Belmopan
A bit out of the way, but one of the top dining experiences in Malabo. Great variety of tasty Cuban dishes, and as someone who lived in Havana for 10 years, I can testify as to its authenticity. Menu includes classics such as ropa vieja, congri and platanos fritos. Also has a terrific ambience, with salsa music in the background, Wifi connection, and TV to watch sports events. Attentive service by Cuban expats and local staff.
8. Restaurante Imagine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By K F - Malabo, Equatorial Guinea
Technically this is located in Malabo Dos begin the new S.African Embassy but still this is the best food spot within Malabo. The first time you visit, you know this was not built or managed by Africans. It actually reminds me of a typical restaurant that you find in Madrid.
The food is very pricey but on par with La Luna. The chef and staff make it there business to ensure you want to come back. The wait staff is prompt, and customer service orientated.
if I could rate this on a scale of 1-10 it's a 11 when you compare it to the all of the others.
9. Hilton Malabo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By jaf1953 - Lisbon, Portugal
Located just a few minutes from the airport is a nice green environment.
The hotel is not new but it's quite well maintained.
The rooms have space enough and denote the years.
Nice swimming pool with a bar when meals are served.
Food wise could be better and the service more efficient
I would say that is quite expensive for the quality but we mustn't forget that we are in Africa. By the way Malabo seem to be a nice city well designed and organised
10. Aviator Pub & Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
American Bar Style, Big Burgers, Wings, Ribs, Onion rings and many more with Live Music every Fri & Sat at 22:00h. Karaoke every Thursday at 21.00h
Reviewed By Stephen P - Dubai
The kind of place that makes you glad you go out and get hopelessly lost in random places... Friendly, well-stocked bar. Worth the wander.
