African restaurants Amsterdam
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Emma

 

26 February 2025
21 Januari 2026

8 of the best African restaurants in Amsterdam: taste special flavors at these spots

Ethiopian restaurants have been conquering our capital for a while now, but other African restaurants in Amsterdam are also making their mark. You undoubtedly know Capetown Social Club and Kenneh, but there's more, to be precise.

8 of Amsterdam's best African restaurants

Cape Town Social Club

South African cuisine is becoming increasingly popular. The Cape Town Social Club is a major contributor to this. Dishes with South African undertones instantly capture Cape Town's vibrant atmosphere. Their unique flavors are also combined with a welcoming African atmosphere. Dine here with four or six courses—preferably paired with a South African wine.
Raamstraat 27, Amsterdam – capetownsocialclub.com

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© Cape Town Social Club

Kenneh

Kenneh Amsterdam is the very first place in the Netherlands where you can experience West African cuisine in a fine dining setting. And yes, it's even better than you think. The dishes, from Gambia to Sierra Leone, Ghana, and beyond, are an ode to the rich West African history. A wonderful introduction to this cuisine for those unfamiliar with it, but even true connoisseurs will appreciate Kenneh's flavors.
Nassaukade 153G, Amsterdam – restaurantkenneh.com

Restaurant Kenneh Amsterdam

© Restaurant Kenneh, @restaurantkenneh

Sam

At SAAM (South Africa – Amstel), South African cuisine is served with a touch of Dutch. Fallon Hoog Antink and Bjorn van Aalst are responsible for the wine list, which features many excellent South African wines (as you might expect). The "spy menu" features typical South African dishes from all eleven cultures in the country. Complete your meal with a wine pairing or alcohol-free cocktail pairing.
Amstelzijde 59, Amsterdam – saamrestaurant.nl

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CousCous Club

Right next to the Rialto cinema, you'll find CousCous Club – the perfect spot for a pre-movie bite. The concept is simple: you dine on couscous, traditionally prepared and available vegan or with meat. Don't forget to try the lentil sauce!
Ceintuurbaan 346, Amsterdam – couscousclub.nl

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Kilimanjaro Restaurant

Here too, you'll find various meat, fish, and vegan stews with a sour pancake. It might sound strange if you've never tried it before. But trust us: you'll want to get your hands on the recipe for that sour pancake afterward. Go for the vegan mixed injera or the mixed injera and try a little of everything to discover all the flavors of this unique cuisine.
Rapenburgerplein 6, Amsterdam – restaurantkilimanjaro.info

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© Kilimanjaro Restaurant

Fenan Little Africa

Berbere is a common seasoning in Ethiopian cuisine. It's a blend of white and black pepper, chili pepper, garlic, ginger, basil, and fenugreek—and that's precisely the flavor sensation that takes center stage at Fenan Klein Afrika in Oud-West.
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 147, Amsterdam – Facebook page

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© Fenan Little Africa

Malva Amsterdam

Fancy a South African brunch or dinner? Then you'll want to visit Malva in Zuid, on the edge of Rivierenbuurt. During the day, the menu is fairly simple, but in the evening, poultry takes center stage. Choose your meat and how it's prepared, and Malva will take care of the rest. For barbecue enthusiasts, this is one big feast.
Rooseveltlaan 67, Amsterdam – malva.amsterdam

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© Malva, @malvaamsterdam

Axum

On Blasiusstraat, you'll find Axum, a great place for takeout. While you'll want to order everything from the menu, the sambussa (fried "shells" of thin dough with vegetables) is a favorite snack. Pro tip: order the Axum Special Menu and be surprised by their bestsellers.
Blasiusstraat 62H, Amsterdam – axumrestaurant-amsterdam.nl

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