Food & Drink in Kampala

Kampala, Uganda

Kikomando Kick

Food & Drink

Dive into the street-food scene with Kikomando, the unsung hero of Kampala's quick bites! Picture this: chopped chapati mixed with beans, served up hot and hearty. It's both a tongue twister and a belly filler, perfect for fueling your city explorations!

Gonja Gastronomy

Food & Drink

Peel back the thrill with gonja, the tantalizing fried plantain that's Uganda's answer to the French fry. Unlike its slim cousin, gonja brings hearty, chunky slices of sweet plantain to your snack game – fried or roasted until they're caramelized just right!

Beans & Posho Pleasure Hunt

Food & Drink

Join the legume legion with a plate heaving with beans and posho. In this culinary quest, the earthy flavors of beautifully simmered beans team up with the dense, delightful posho for a true taste of Ugandan comfort on a plate. It’s filling, it's affordable, and it's a hug for your belly!

Posho Power Play

Food & Drink

Get yourself a plate of posho (also known as 'ugali'), the ultimate Ugandan comfort food that's all about the carbs! Made from maize flour and water, this starchy delight forms a doughy goodness that pairs perfectly with any saucy dish. It's like a foodie's playdough, but you actually get to chow down on it!

Nsenene Nibble

Food & Drink

Leap into local flavor with a crunchy munch of Nsenene (grasshoppers)! These little hoppers are a seasonal treat, usually fried to a crisp and seasoned to taste. It's like popcorn, but with wings and legs – and don't knock it 'til you try it!