The 2025 edition of Kampala Restaurant Week ended on a high note, attracting more than 10,000 food lovers to over 30 restaurants across the city during its 10-day run. The annual culinary celebration showcased Kampala’s vibrant food scene, blending flavour, creativity, and culture into a city-wide dining experience.
Designed as a break from the everyday hustle, Kampala Restaurant Week gave locals and visitors alike a chance to discover new dining spots, enjoy expertly crafted dishes, and sample both local favourites and international cuisine—served at affordable prices and with a distinctly Kampala touch.
From relaxed meals with friends at The Local in Kyanja to elegant business lunches at La Patisserie, diners were treated to a rich variety of menus that reimagined Ugandan classics and introduced global flavours, all presented with flair.
“We worked closely with our restaurant partners to create a memorable culinary journey that celebrated the diversity and creativity of Kampala’s dining culture,” said Isaac Langoli, Project Manager at The Pearl Guide, which organised the event. “The introduction of the digital Foodie Passport added a fun, interactive layer and helped us track over 10,000 dining experiences throughout the week.”
Now in its ninth year, Kampala Restaurant Week continues to shine a spotlight on the city’s growing hospitality industry and cement its place as a rising culinary hub in East Africa. Among the participating restaurants this year were Explorer at the Kampala Serena Hotel, Yujo Izakaya, Aldea, Tamarai, The Aleph, Molecule, Golden Hill, Tehila’s, The Hickory, and Latitude 0, among others.
Diners also enjoyed complimentary drinks courtesy of sponsors Tusker Cider, Coca-Cola, and Rwenzori. Additionally, Stanbic Bank Uganda partnered with the event to offer instant cashback through its FlexiPay platform for meals paid digitally, adding even more value to the experience.
While most participants praised the event for its exciting flavours and experiences, organisers acknowledged that a few restaurants did not meet expectations. However, they emphasised that customer feedback will play a key role in improving future editions.
“Every edition teaches us something new,” said Langoli. “We’re committed to making Kampala Restaurant Week better each year—for both our diners and our partners.”
As Kampala continues to embrace culinary tourism, Restaurant Week remains a vibrant celebration of the city’s evolving food culture, passionate chefs, and love of bringing people together through shared meals.
