Most Recommended Restaurants and Cafés in Sudan

One of the most popular pastimes in Sudan is to dine out. With the lack of nightlife or leisure activities in Sudan, many people tend spend their free time, especially on evenings and weekends, at restaurants and cafés. As a result, food ventures are always in demand with new ones opening every few months. The food and beverage industry is booming in Sudan. There are a variety of restaurants and cafés to choose from, offering local and international cuisines. 

There are many Sudanese restaurants serving up great food at reasonable prices but there are also many expensive ones. Although Sudan has harsh summers, most of the restaurants and cafés in the country include outdoor seating with beautiful gardens for those who enjoy el fresco meals when the weather is pleasant. No alcohol is served anywhere as the sale of alcohol is punishable by law. Tipping is not a common practice but it’s not discouraged. Parking is limited in most restaurants and cafés.

Here are 500 Words Magazine‘s most recommended restaurants and cafés in Sudan:

Al Housh Supermarket and Restaurant

Located on the Nile Street of Omdurman, surrounded by the historic sites of Al Tabia, Al Housh is a local supermarket and traditional fine-dining restaurant, offering local and regional delicacies. On weekends, dine al fresco with live music. Ample parking.

For more information, visit Al Housh’s website, Facebook page or Trip Advisor.

Al Nuba Restaurant 

Al Nuba Restaurant is an all-day international fine-dining restaurant in the luxurious Al Salam Rotana hotel. The spacious, family-friendly restaurant offers a daily buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Their Friday Brunch and Seafood Night are highly-recommended. Ample parking.

For more information, visit Al Salam Rotana’s website or Trip Advisor.

Amwaj

Located in Africa Street, Amwaj is a local family-friendly restaurant, offering grills, seafood and fresh juices. You can enjoy a meal el fresco or indoors. Limited parking.

For more information, visit Amwaj’s Facebook page or Trip Advisor.

Assaha Village

Located on Africa Street, Assaha Village is a high-priced fine-dinning Lebanese restaurant and hotel. The spacious restaurant includes several dining areas both indoor and outdoor, as it hosts many high-profile guests and events. In addition, there is an indoor and outdoor play area for children. Parking is limited.

For more information, visit Assaha Village’s website or Trip Advisor.

Atmosphere Restaurant and Café

Located in Jireif near Al Riyadh Family Park, the new Atmosphere Restaurant and Café has become a favourite in Sudan, offering international food including sandwiches, pastas, salads, cakes, waffles and ice cream. You may dine el fresco or go indoors where it’s air-conditioned and be surrounded with endearing wall art. It’s usually a busy place in the evenings and on the weekends. You may have to wait to find a free table. You may dine in or take food to-go. Parking is limited.

For more information, visit Atmosphere’s Facebook page.

Bomani Restaurant

Located along Nile Street on Hilton Road, Bomani is a luxurious Turkish restaurant. Known for the lush garden surrounding its indoor and outdoor space and its sleek ambiance, the restaurant is a popular destination for the youth and families alike. It offers an international menu of burgers, pasta and sweets. Parking is within proximity and accessible.    

For more information, visit Trip Advisor.

Dan Restaurant

Dan is an Indian restaurant located in Kanon Hotel on 15th Street. In addition to its Indian menu, Dan offers quality and a variety of international dishes. The restaurant is visited by both families and people of all ages and ethnicities. Limited parking.

For more information, visit Dan’s Facebook page or Trip Advisor.

Debonairs Pizza

For many in Sudan, Debonairs Pizza is the ‘best pizza in town’. The South African brand is spread across Khartoum with many branches within the triangular capital. It offers a range of unique pizzas such as the Triple-Decker and Crammed-Crust. You may dine in, take out, pick up a delivery or opt for home delivery.

For more information, visit Debonairs Pizza’s Facebook page or Trip Advisor.

Caffeine Café and Pastries 

Located in Garden City, Caffeine is a popular café in the city. A variety of desserts and beverages are offered, along with a choice of indoor or outdoor areas. The design and atmosphere are geared towards creating a comfortable experience. Caffeine has also hosts many cultural events as well as Meet and Greets with well-known public figures and social media influencers. Ample parking.

For more information, visit Caffein’s Facebook page.

Cedars Restaurant 

Cedars is a Lebanese restaurant at Lisamin Safari Hotel in Amarat, serving the best of the Lebanese cuisine from salads such as tabula, fatoush and hummus to their well-cooked grills or kebabs. Although you can find the best of the Lebanese cuisine at Cedars, the restaurant is best known for having ‘the best steak in town’. You may dine el fresco at the family-friendly restaurant under straw shade or go indoors. Ample parking.

For more information, visit Trip Advisor.

Italy Pizza

Italy Pizza has branches throughout Khartoum. Their comprehensive menu offers more than just pizza. It also includes fried chicken, sandwiches, burgers, rice meals and more.

For more information, visit Italy Pizza’s Facebook page or Trip Advisor.

La Creme

Whether you want a scoop of your favourite ice cream, a cup of coffee with a delicious cookie or cake, or scrumptious sandwich, the new La Creme located on Khartoum 2 is a quaint, fun and cozy ice cream shop.

For more information, visit La Creme on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram page.

Laziz (Delicious)

With branches across Khartoum, Laziz is local fast food restaurant popular amongst locals for its tasty Sudanese dishes and affordability. Laziz is the place to go for a taste of Sudanese cuisine outside the Sudanese home, offering fool, ta’ameya (or falafel), and various mulahat. With limited seating and ample parking, customers opt to order food to-go.

For more information, visit Trip Advisor.

Le Grill

Le Grill is a steakhouse in the luxurious Corinthia Hotel, offering an American menu in an American diner-like friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Ample parking.

For more information, visit Trip Advisor.

Luxury Pastry & Restaurant

Luxury is a two-floor Syrian restaurant and pastry shop located in Obeid Khatem Street. It’s known for offering a wide range of sweets, which include cakes, cookies, biscuits, and ice cream – all can be found on the first floor. You may also dine outdoors on the first floor, surrounded by a fence of lush trees. The second floor is the indoor section, which serves as the restaurant, offering the best of the Syrian cuisine.

For more information, visit Trip Advisor.

Ozone

Located in a roundabout in Khartoum 2, Ozone is one of the top cafés in Sudan, offering international food including sandwiches, pastas, salads, cakes, waffles and ice cream. You may dine el fresco under the shade of an enormous neem tree and surrounding greenery and hanging patio lights, or indoors where it’s air-conditioned. It brings together many locals and expatriates. It’s usually a busy place where you have to wait to find a free table. You may dine in or take food to-go. Parking is limited.

For more information, visit Ozone’s Facebook page and Trip Advisor.

Papa Costa Restaurant

Located on Al Gamhouria Street, Papa Costa Restaurant is one the oldest restaurants in Sudan. With its warm and homelike atmosphere, the bar-like restaurant is mostly known for hosting some of the best music concerts and events as well as art exhibitions in town. On the weekends, enjoy an el fresco meal or drinks with live music. Parking is limited.

For more information, visit Trip Advisor.

Qahwa Republic

Qahwa Republic offers a wide range of fresh delicious hot and cold coffees, desserts and waffles, milkshakes, juices, ice cream in an energetic environment, providing a unique experience for coffee and dessert lovers.

For more information, visit the Qahwa Republic Facebook or Instagram page.

Roots Bistro Cafe

Located in Boujain Hotel and Villa Guest House, Roots Bistro Cafe is one of the most popular restaurants in Sudan, offering a versatile menu with Indian, Chinese and international dishes.

For more information, visit bougainvillaguesthouse.net or the Roots Bistro Cafe Facebook page.

Someet Gallery & Cafe

Located in Al Riyadh on Al Jazar St, Someet Gallery & Cafe is a small, intimate and colourful cafe where you can enjoy casual and cultural dinning whilst looking at the art, antiques, handcrafts and furniture around you.

For more information, visit the Someet Gallery & Cafe Facebook page or Instagram account @someet_gallery.

The Vintage Tea Room

Located in Khartoum 2 near Ozone, The Vintage Tea Room as a truly and authentic vintage tea room with European antique treasures. Enjoy various cups of hot cups of tea or coffee with freshly baked cake.

For more information, visit thevintagekhartoum.com or the Instagram page @the_vintage_tea_room_khartoum.

Universal Café 

With a focus on Italian cuisine, Universal Cafe treats its guests with a comprehensive menu from pastas to pizzas in an authentic atmosphere.

For more information, visit Trip Advisor.

 

What’s your favourite? Or is it not on the list? Leave a suggestion on the comment section below!

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Written by Muna Babikir and Ola Diab

Muna Babikir is an inter-culturalist with an interest in how cuisine, heritage, and art intersect in different societies. She is an aspiring humanitarian and travel enthusiast based between Qatar, Sudan and the US.