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Eating
True to its Teutonic roots, Swakopmund's restaurants have a heavy German influence,
though there's certainly no shortage of local seafood and traditional Namibian favourites,
as well as a surprising offering of cosmopolitan fare. While Windhoekers might disagree,
Swakopmund can easily contend for the title of Namibia's culinary capital.
Self-caterers can head for the well-stocked supermarket on Sam Nujoma Ave near the
corner with Hendrick Witbooi St. Most backpacker spots have kitchens on the premises.
Garden Cafe $$
(Tobias Hainyeko St; mains N$40-80; 8am-6pm Mon-Fri, 8am-3pm Sat & Sun)
Set in a
nice little garden away from the main street, Garden Cafe has open-air tables and chairs,
changing specials and freshly prepared cafe food including salads, wraps and burgers
(desserts are yummy too). It's pleasantly topped off by friendly and efficient service. In
winter, the cafe is still in full swing with patrons huddled around tables basking in skinny
shafts of sunlight.
CAFE
Deutsches Haus $$$
( 404896; 13 Luderitz St; lunch N$70-120, dinner N$100-150)
The fine dining at
Deutsches Haus takes place in the well-organised upmarket, country dining room or the
bench seating out the front of the building. It's one of the best-run restaurants in town as
evidenced by the attentive and professional service. German dishes are freshly prepared
and quickly served.
GERMAN
Swakopmund Brauhaus $$
(22 Sam Nujoma Ave; mains N$75-100; closed Sun)
This excellent restaurant and
boutique brewery offers one of Swakopmund's most sought-after commodities, namely au-
thentic German-style beer. And, so as not to break with tradition, feel free to accompany
your frothy brew with a plate of mixed sausages, piled sauerkraut and a healthy dollop of
spicy mustard.
GERMAN
PUB
Kücki's Pub $$
