Food and dining in Arusha, Tanzania
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Arusha Food Guide

Explore the authentic flavors and traditional cuisine of Arusha, Tanzania. Discover local dishes and dining recommendations.

Must-Try Local Cuisine

Authentic Tanzania flavors you shouldn't miss in Arusha

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Dining Tips for Arusha

Local insights from travelers

Arusha has a wide variety of restaurants and informal eating places, with a predominance of Indian cuisine, which as a rule of thumb is the best food, thanks to the large sub-continental community in the city.Liquid Bluein Njiro andBig Biteon the Swahili Rd are among the most popular Indian restaurants. For 'Nyama Choma', or Tanzanian roast meat,Nick Barin Njiro is also popular. Meals range from US$ 0.40 for street fare to US$15 for main courses at the high-end hotels.

Drinks & Nightlife

Arusha has many interesting bars and restaurants. There are uncountable local bars which are generally welcoming to adventurous foreigners. The less adventurous visitors stick toVia Via, in the grounds of the old German fort, which is an interesting cultural centre and part of an NGO which trains locals in the hospitality industry.

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