Beauty is deceitful, and charm is in vain, but delicious meals always bring the best aroma in South Sudan.
Different restaurants offer both foreign and local meals, which tourists often seek because trying new food is always an exciting experience.
There are many restaurants and hotels where you can enjoy your meal, including:
Recommended Restaurants & Hotels in South Sudan
- Bertarelli Ristorante
- Notos Lounge Bar and Grill
- Da Vinci
- Keren Hotel
- Amarula Lodge Restaurant
- Juba Bridge Hotel Restaurant
- Tulip Inn Restaurant
- Nile Fortune Hotel Restaurant
- Juba Transit Hotel
- The Nest Café and Lounge
- The Tukul
- Panche
- Kilimanjaro
- Korok Restaurant
- Green Village
Overview of South Sudanese Meals
South Sudanese meals mainly consist of grains, including millet, wheat, and sorghum. Most of these require labor-intensive preparation and take hours to cook. Different dishes are found in different areas.
For example Cassava and bananas are common in Juba. Peanuts are widely used in soups and are considered a staple crop, often served with stews, salads, and sauces.
Popular South Sudanese Dishes
- Asida – Dumplings made from flour, water, and salt. They are usually eaten with soup, stews, or meat dishes. To enjoy it, a piece is torn from a cooked dough ball and shaped into a scoop.
- Ful Medames – A dish budget-friendly for large parties, often served with vegetables. This delicious combination consists of tomatoes and onions simmered together, with eggs, feta cheese, and arugula added.
- Kajaik – A fish stew made with freshwater fish, usually dried before being cooked. It is mixed with vegetables, coconut water, and a tomato-based broth, flavored with various spices and curry.
- Salat Sabadi – A vegetable salad tossed with fresh herbs and spicy vinegar. This dish is popular in urban areas and is often sold alongside falafel, though it can also be eaten as a snack.
- Swala – A salty soup made with onions, tomatoes, and okra, boiled together and lightly seasoned. Kombo is added to give it a unique taste.
- Tamiya – Popular in South Sudan, Egypt, and across the Mediterranean. It is usually home-cooked and eaten with salad for lunch or dinner.
- Mandazi – A fried dough snack that is slightly sweet and enjoyed as breakfast or dessert.
- Kahk – A traditional biscuit usually eaten during special occasions.
- Ful Sudani – Peanuts prepared in different ways, either roasted or boiled, and eaten as a snack.
Note: Some restaurants offer delivery services, while others do not. Always enjoy tasting new dishes because every new experience brings excitement!
