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6 Best Date Night Locations in Mombasa

December is here! Finally, a chance to really relax and reconnect with family, but most importantly bae. During your holiday getaway to Mombasa, don’t forget to sneak a date night. Don’t worry about finding the right place, even for a resident looking for something new to try, here are a few places:

 

1. Tamarind Dhow

What is more romantic than a floating restaurant? Tamarind Dhow will have you relaxed, sipping your wine, overlooking the ocean with your significant other. Just for the night, it will be just the two of you.

Location: Silos Rd Tudor Creek Mombasa

Email: reservations.dhow@tamarind.co.ke

Tel no: 0722205160

Open: 6:30 PM – 10:30PM

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2. Imani Dhow Restaurant

If you’re not one for moving boats but still want the romance and sense of adventure it brings then this ones for you. Imani Dhow is an old stranded sailing dhow that now houses a restaurant famous for its seafood.

Location: Severin Sea Lodge, Bamburi

Email: africa@severintravel.de

Tel no: 0722284682

Open: 7AM – 10:30PM

 

3. Forodhani Restaurant

It’s right next to Fort Jesus so once you’re done with the sight seeing you can dine on some great lobster at Forodhani. The view is more than breathtaking with Old and New Mombasa in sight.

Location: Old Town 200 m from Fort Jesus

Tel no: 0724401551

Open: 8AM – 10PM

 

4. The Moorings

This is yet another hidden gem. The Moorings is one of the oldest well known restaurants in Mombasa so you can be sure the food is spectacular. It is known for its great seafood and italian dishes. Overlooking Mtwapa Creek, you are bound to catch the beautiful sunset as you sip on some sundowners.

Location: Mtwapa Creek

Tel no: 0736547923

Email: info@themoorings.co.ke

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5. Afro Chic Diani

Afro Chic is  a refreshing change from most hotels and resorts, it’s small and intimate. Book a day at the hotel and leave kids with grandma for a relaxing day.

Location: Diani Beach Rd, Kwale

Email: reservations@elewana.com

Tel no: 0730127000

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6. Ali Barbour’s Cave Restaurant

Yes, you read that right this restaurant is in a cave! It’s perfect for a surprise dinner. The view at night is simply breathtaking! Dining to a candle-lit dinner under the moonlight is the perfect ambience for a couple. Please make a reservation ahead of time and be dressed in smart casual. They also  do not allow kids under the age of 6.

Location: Ali Barbours Rd, Diani

Email: cave@alibarbours.co

Tel no: 07714456131 / 0735331002

Open from 7PM

 

Related: A Gentleman’s Guide to the Perfect Date Night

 

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