1. Goodfellas Pizza & Pub
Goodfellas is one of the most famous restaurants in Namibia. A true local spot serving delicious meals along with live music and affordable drinks keeping guests socializing and at their tables. If you enjoy visiting Stellenbosch, you will enjoy the atmosphere at Goodfellas. There is a few reasons why this restaurant is on the list of the top 5 best restaurants in Namibia.
To start, the restaurants provide a very peaceful and aesthetic feel when walking in. At first, you are greeted with an amazing staff full of smiles and energy to get the occasion running. The restaurant offers loads of plants and an eco-friendly environment that brings peace to mind when settling in.
The food is truly innovative and delicious and there are loads of options to choose from such as pizzas, burgers, pasta, salads, and their famous cheesy fries. Next, the restaurant offers affordable drinks along with happy hours and a live band to keep the mood going throughout the night.
Lastly, the restaurant is situated in a very safe environment with loads of security. The area offers parking and loads of more restaurants to enjoy in the area. To have a look at their Facebook page please click here to see the exact location, opening hours, and the general feeling of the restaurant. I will most definitely recommend Goodfellas as the top-best restaurant in Namibia.
2. The Stellenbosch Wine Bar
This restaurant is classified as one of Namibia’s leading high-end restaurants. Therefore, this restaurant has to be on the list of the top 5 best restaurants in Namibia. To get straight to the point, this experience is a bit hefty on the wallet but let me say this, it is extremely worth every penny.
The restaurant offers amazing scenery inside the art building namely ‘Jenny’s Place’ which can be seen as a mini shopping center for arts and crafts lovers. The center also hosts a number of stores including coffee shops and other restaurants. If you are looking for a hidden gem this is most definitely the restaurant for you. It is completely away from the city traffic and offers a peaceful experience with water fountains, plants, art, and beautiful local art stores.
When walking in, you are greeted by an extremely professional and friendly staff. All staff members are dressed exceptionally and offer a true sense of professionalism and state-of-the-art customer service. Something important to mention, the restaurant specializes in wines (hence the name wine bar) and specializes in a wide variety of Wines (especially from the Western Cape). The restaurant also prides itself on meat and poultry and offers a delicious sirloin steak with a side of your choice (a must-try).
This restaurant is meant for a special occasion, creating special moments with people, and if you are looking to add more wholesome memories to your trip, this will be the spot for you. The restaurant also offers a wide variety of Namibia’s finest wine collections with professional wine experts providing guidance on wine selections suiting your needs and taste. The food is exceptional, extremely high quality, extremely tasteful, and an experience you will not ever forget. I will most definitely recommend Stellenbosch as the top-best restaurant in Namibia.
3. The Tug
The Tug is without a doubt, the restaurant on this list with the best view in Namibia. Situated in the coastal city of Swakopmund, this restaurant is located on the seabed of the bustling side of the city center. The restaurant can be classified as a high-end eatery and therefore the food, service, and drinks will be truly memorable.
Speaking of memorable, the Tug holds a special place in my heart thus placing this restaurant on the list of the 5 best restaurants in Namibia. To start, if you are a fan of seafood, this will be the best experience in terms of quality and taste. They offer amazing seafood pasta served fresh and full of flavor. Surprisingly, the price of the food is quite affordable, and the staff is always eager to help and to ensure a good experience for guests. The best way is to always book a table in advance due to this restaurant always being packed with tourists year-round.
When entering you overlook the blue ocean and within the area, you have amazing touristic spots. The area also offers a jetty bar for sundowners and enjoying the beautiful scenery. Within the area, there is an aquarium with loads of other restaurants. When in the area you will truly feel a sense of Namibian culture. Many artists sell their work around the restaurant which exemplifies the Namibian experience. I will most definitely recommend the Tug as the top-best restaurant in Namibia.
4. The Strand Hotel
This is truly one of my favorite restaurants on the list due to its character and unique theme. Not only is this restaurant also situated on the bustling side of the city, but it also overlooks the ocean with tons of parking and security in the area. The restaurant offers a wide variety of foods from burgers to pizza to meat & fish and much more. The restaurant is part of their award-winning hotel and the staff and professionalism offered when entering truly enrich the experience.
Not only is the food amazing, but the restaurant is also truly known for its beer, and it has a real-life beer brewing set-up in the restaurant. To add to the feeling of a classic pub with great food and great people the restaurant is situated in one of the safest spots in Swakopmund. I will most definitely recommend the Strand Hotel as the top-best restaurant in Namibia.
5. Sardinia Blue Olive
Lastly, I wanted to add a truly authentic Italian restaurant to this list of the top 5 best restaurants in Namibia. This Italian spot has been part of the Namibian tradition for years to come. I remember coming to this restaurant when I was a mere child and I always enjoyed every moment. The restaurant was founded by an Italian couple who moved from the city of Sardinia and opened their first spot in the city center bringing with them amazing Italian recipes.
The restaurant is extremely clean and the staff is extremely friendly. The food is exceptionally good and integrates a true Italian touch with pizzas and all sorts of pasta. Furthermore, the prices are quite affordable and the service and extremely fast. I would recommend this one for your pizza lovers and my top 5 best Italian restaurants in Namibia.