Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Drinking
If you've come to Djibouti from dry Somaliland, rejoice! There's no shortage of watering
holes in Djibouti City, especially around Pl du 27 Juin 1977. Plenty of teahouses are also
scattered around the centre.
L'Historil
(Pl du 27 Juin 1977)
Popularly considered to be Djibouti City's most esteemed bar,
L'Historil has an appealing terrace that offers excellent people-watching opportunities.
BAR
Association de la Communauté Ethiopienne de Djibouti
(west of Blvd de la République)
This down-to-earth restaurant and bar, with its large out-
door courtyard, is a pleasant place to enjoy a very cheap beer - a bottle of St George costs
only DFr350 - and meet locals.
BAR
Chez Mahad
(off Rue de Madrid; juices DFr350-800; 7am-noon & 4-8.30pm Sat-Thu, 4-8.30pm
Fri)
Has a dizzying array of fruity concoctions (over 45 varieties). Also serves tea, coffee
and pastries.
JUICE BAR
Le Palmier en Zinc
(Pl du 27 Juin 1977)
This smart-looking pub has a respectably long list of beers and cock-
tails. It also offers karaoke on selected evenings.
PUB
Entertainment
Most clubs are on or around Rue d'Ethiopie, in the European Quarter. They are at their
liveliest on Thursday and Friday nights. Entrance is free, but a beer costs upwards of
DFr1000.
Bar Menelik - VIP
CLUB
