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Having trouble finding good restaurants in Makindye? We have a list of them. Makindye is a hill in Kampala city in Uganda.

If you’re having a hard time finding the best restaurants in Makindye, we have a list for you. Makindye is a hill in Kampala, the capital and largest city of Uganda. 

It’s popularly known as the location of the American Embassy Sports Club and a connecting route to Entebbe and its beautiful beaches. 

Makindye town is neighbored by other popular Kampala suburbs such as Nsambya, Kibuye, Najjanankumbi, Lubowa, Luwafu, and Lukuli.

In this article, however, we explore the best restaurants in Makindye. We bring you some of the best places to eat and drink while there. 

A lot of the restaurants we’ll be listing offer affordable food in Makindye. The following are the top restaurants in Makindye that you can dine at.

Pakalast Restaurant Makindye

pakalast restaurant makindye

Looking for a restaurant that prepares affordable local food around Makindye? Pakalast restaurant is the one. This restaurant has built a name for itself in the past couple of years. 

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They are clean, with well-dressed staff in uniform. They are extremely professional and will also greet you with a smile the moment you arrive.

Among the foods prepared include luwombo, katogo and other local foods such as rice, chicken, beans, and fish. They also have milk tea and coffee for breakfast.

For people that prefer ordering, Pakalast restaurant does food deliveries. You may visit their official website to find out how it’s done.

High-End Restaurant Makindye

High-End Restaurant is loved for always going above and beyond. Their waitresses are so fast and efficient with the work they do. Once a customer places an order, they get to work and the food is on the table within a “second.”

Their menu includes Half Chips Half Pillow Liver, Half Rolex Half Pillow Chicken, Lusaniya (buffet), local foods, fish, juices, and smoothies.

The restaurant is close to the road and can be accessed easily. Parking is available in a secure spot. Clean places of ease are attached to the restaurant as well.

MG and Rich Foods Makindye

MG and Rich Foods Makindye

MG and Rich Foods is the best local food restaurant in Makindye, Kampala. They cater to individual customers but also can organize meals for groups and families. 

On their menu, they have one of Uganda’s top delicacies which is fried Nile Perch (emputa). If you are unable to drive all the way to have it in Entebbe, you could try the one prepared at this restaurant. It’s very delicious.

The restaurant also serves other Ugandan local dishes such as luwombo. It’s a healthy meal, especially for people that don’t like to eat a lot of fried foods. 

New York Pizza

New York Pizza makindye

New York Pizza restaurant is situated on Sozio Complex, 3063 Barnabas Rd, Kampala. If you prefer pizza to most foods, you should go here. Their pizzas are as cheap as UGX15,000 and UGX20,000. Every Tuesday and Friday, they have buy one get one free.

Pizza types served include Margherita pizza, Funghi, Pollo (chicken), Salami, Tina, Monaco, and so many others. They have a large menu of Italian pizzas to choose from.

Chicken Tonight Makindye

Chicken Tonight Makindye

Chicken Tonight Makindye is found on Mobutu Road, Kampala. In the past, Chicken Tonight places weren’t in the Kampala suburbs but now they are. 

This one offers a quiet and conducive environment for guests to enjoy their chicken. It’s usually served with French fries and a salad on the side. You can order yours plain or have spicy tender chicken. All their meals are at reasonable and affordable prices.

There’s enough seating where guests can sit inside or outside. And, for people with private cars, there’s enough parking space.

The other good thing about them is that the place is rarely overcrowded and they are open till late.

Café Pierre Restaurant

Café Pierre Restaurant makindye

Visitors can find this restaurant on Plot 883 Ggaba Road, Kampala. It’s close to Makindye. It’s a cool location to unwind because of the quiet surroundings. The menu includes Muchomo with goat and chicken, burgers, local dishes, and more. The cost of food here is affordable.

Usually, bohemian music is played in the background which can be so relaxing. It’s just enough for you to enjoy and not too loud that you can’t speak. They have extremely polite staff, always ready to cater to you. 

Papaz Spot Bar and Restaurant

Papaz Spot Bar and Restaurant

Papaz Spot Bar and Restaurant is located on Lukuli Rd, Kampala.

When it comes to serving local food, they are among the best. It has developed from where it was during the previous years. Today, top Ugandan celebrities go there to eat food. 

There’s also a car wash within the area where you can have your vehicle washed as you eat good food. If you love soccer, they have an outdoor projector where guests can watch games for free. 

Coffee At Last

coffee at last makindye

You must visit this coffee shop the next time you’re in Makindye. It’s located on Makindye Hill; after Hospice Africa and opposite Makindye Country Club (MCC).

From the name, it’s easy to flag them off as a coffee shop that only deals in breakfast, but you couldn’t be more wrong. This eatery prepares a wide range of foods and serves multiple drinks.

They have the best bites and soups in Makindye. Every Tuesday and Thursday there’s Pizza, where if you buy one large, you get a free medium one. Also on the menu, they serve salads, Rolex, beef and goat meat, burgers, and sandwiches.

The kids have a kid’s menu with fun kid-friendly food. Combos, katogo, teas, shakes, coffees, fruit boosters, smoothies, and mojitos are all included.

Makindye Country Club

Makindye Country Club

Makindye Country Club is the ideal place for a family outing. It’s a peaceful location for a breakfast meeting, south of Kampala and also close to Entebbe Road. The restaurant at Makindye Country Club is open to members, residents, and non-residents and offers something for every palate.

They offer a variety of meals, snacks, and delicacies from around the world. You’ll be transported to your mother’s kitchen by their dessert choices. Weekend special cuisines are offered, while holidays feature barbecues and Mexican buffets.

Conclusion

These are the restaurants serving the best food in Makindye. Here you may have your meal before heading over to Entebbe town where there are several places to explore like the Entebbe Beaches, the zoo, and Uganda’s main international airport among others.

Other places to visit in Makindye besides the restaurants include the Headquarters of Makindye Division, Makindye military police barracks, Makindye Foursquare Gospel Church, and Kiruddu General Hospital.