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El Sol

Restaurant Cafe Bar Meal takeaway Mexican restaurant Meal delivery Cocktail bar Steak house

One of the Best Places To Visits in Kanifing


Address

Senegambia area Kololi, Gambia

Website

elsolgambia.com

Contact

+220 732 0000

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (222 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 5 to 10:30 PM
  • Saturday: 5 to 10:30 PM
  • Sunday: 5 to 10:30 PM
  • Monday: 5 to 10:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 5 to 10:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 5 to 10:30 PM
  • Thursday: 5 to 10:30 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (28) restaurant (21) service (20) nice (18) staff (15) friendly (12) Great (12) Gambia (9) great (8) ambiance (8)
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  • 5/5 Dr. Khan Rafi S. 2 years ago on Google • 22 reviews
    I had a very good experience of Mexican food. Although portions were small but taste was too good. Atmosphere was very coool and relaxing. Service was very good and staff were polite. I wanted to give 4 stars for small portions but will give 5 for their service.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sharon 1 year ago on Google • 120 reviews
    Greeted at the gate by two young men who showed us to a table. We both had fresh squeezed orange juice. It was a hot day, I asked for a larger glass, which a waiter checked with the manager and came back with a larger glass for me. Thank you! I had the chicken fajita, my partner had baked barracuda fish with pilau rice. Both mains were very good. I had to make my fajitas up myself. I was given all the fillings. It was one of the best meals I've had. My partner finished his main before me. He said it was well cooked and very nice. No faults to report, the service was very quick and all the staff were nice and friendly.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Derrick O. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful restaurant with great food! The setup is very nice for indoor or outdoor dining, with an outdoor bar for added ambience.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Marco H. 5 months ago on Google • 99 reviews
    El Sol offers a pleasant ambiance and good food, but unfortunately, it falls short in terms of management. The coffee, in particular, was a major disappointment, being described as the worst coffee ever. As you step into El Sol, the cozy lights create a welcoming atmosphere, and the staff's efforts to provide excellent service are appreciated. Although the food was generally good, there were some issues with dry and unappetizing wraps and sandwiches. The menu advertises Fresh Asian-style spring rolls, but these turned out to be fried, not fresh, and not Asian-style. You might wonder why I rated it with only one star. To clarify, I'm typically not quick to give a one-star rating, as you can see from my other reviews. However, in this case, it feels like the right decision. Alongside the underwhelming meals, there were two unlisted items on the bill. The most disappointing aspect was the cappuccino, which had to be sent back twice due to its unpleasant taste, resembling a mixture of ditch water and milk. Even after returning it and mentioning the issue, we were surprised to see that 50 percent of the cappuccino was still on the bill. In the end, El Sol is a place where you can enjoy a meal, but be prepared for a higher bill than expected. Don't anticipate truly fresh spring rolls; they're fried. And, unfortunately, you may have to pay for a subpar cappuccino that doesn't meet your expectations.

  • 5/5 AK 1 year ago on Google • 85 reviews
    Amazing experience. From the food to the service and ambiance everything was excellent. If you are looking for good mexican food or a good steak definitely the place. Also do me a favour and try their chocolate fondant 😉

  • 5/5 M R. 3 months ago on Google • 82 reviews New
    Best resteraunt visited while we were in gambia. Have eaten at as many Gambian food resteraunts as possible and only went here on our last night on holiday as we ran out of local food places to try. From starters to desert, everything was spot on. 10/10. So tasety and freshly prepared. Great, attentive service, which isn't usual in gambia. The owner visits every table and listened to what people say and thanks them for their custom very sincerely. I'd recommend this resteraunt above all others in kololi.

  • 5/5 Jesse van D. 4 years ago on Google
    Very nice restaurant, give it a try. People are really friendly and helpfull here. Dishes are tasteful and nice choices. The street is not too busy and the restaurant looks very nice. Outside is a nice terrace. Would recommend!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Penda D. 2 years ago on Google
    Restaurant is nice. I had the grilled calamari and fish fajitas. Both were unfortunately burnt. Maybe the cook's definition of well done. Staff were super nice and I had the most amazing Passion Daiquiri ever. That was my experience.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dave H. 2 years ago on Google
    One of those places you wish you tried at the beginning of you're holiday. We visited El sol on our last night & found the food & atmosphere outstanding. This place will definitely be on our go to list of restaurants the next time we visit The Gambia.👌
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Stefan A. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ineke S. 7 years ago on Google
    Food is very good. Steaks are wel prepared and very delicious. Very friendly staff and good service. The place to be in kololi
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Erica C. 5 years ago on Google
    Best food in Gambia! We came to this restaurant at the end of our trip so sad we only Got to come here the 1 time but the food was amazing, really clean, good atmosphere would 1000% recommend the natchos and burritos!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Beverley M. 5 years ago on Google
    Delicious food , very professionally run and very clean. The waiters are very welcoming , polite and efficient. Tried a few meals and have been there on our holidays for the last three years. Our favourite restaurant .The pepper chicken is our favourite. Well done to all..especially the chef !
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alan E. 4 months ago on Google • 41 reviews
    A lovely find on the senegambia strip. A fantastic setting away from the hustle and bustle of the street. Service was exceptional from our lovely attentive waiter(sorry didn't get your name). We had the cheese stuffed chillies and houmous with toasted tortillas. We then had 2 portions of prawn and beef fajitas extra spicy. All of the food was hot and very tasty. We will definitely be back here when we return to The Gambia.

  • 5/5 Mary L. 9 months ago on Google • 35 reviews
    This place is calm. We went at night and eatting outside under the lights was romantic. Food was really good. Fresh juice was the best!!!!

  • 3/5 Eerik L. 5 years ago on Google
    Fajitas was ok, but burrito was not what we expected. There were only chicken inside, nothing else like beans and cheese which were mentioned on the menu. Taste was not like expected. Anyway, service was good and they apologized about burrito and suggested making new one. Very well managed by staff. Maybe it was just single accident. Nice and peaceful athmosphere.

  • 5/5 DSC g. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Best restaurant in the area together with Gusto. Real quality, nicely decorated and genuinely friendly. Totally different from all the other restaurants in the area, it is much more like a western restaurant where you eat out. In addition, the food is also seriously top. It is slightly more expensive than the average in The Gambia but this is more than worth it. (Original) Beste restaurant van de omgeving samen met Gusto. Echte kwaliteit, mooi ingericht en oprecht vriendelijk. Totaal anders dan alle andere restaurants in de buurt, het lijkt veel meer op een westers restaurant waar je uit eten gaat. Daarnaast is het eten ook nog eens serieus top. Het is iets duurder dan gemiddeld in Gambia maar dit is het dan ook meer dan waard.

  • 4/5 Gerrit van den B. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great restaurant in Senegambia. A good atmosphere and not as busy as the center of Senegambia. The chicken here is of absolute top quality! Delicious! The chocolate fondant dessert is highly recommended and worth the wait! (Original) Prima restaurant in Senegambia. Een goede sfeer en niet zo druk als het centrum van Senegambia. De kip is hier van absolute top kwaliteit! Heerlijk! Het dessert met chocolade fondant is een aanrader en het wachten waard!

  • 5/5 Terrance S. 5 years ago on Google
    Great food.

  • 4/5 Stefan I. 4 years ago on Google
    Quite nice 😃

  • 4/5 Victor O. 5 years ago on Google
    Great Mexican food. The restaurant looks great and the staff is professional.

  • 5/5 Sharelle T. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Delicious eaten at this restaurant! Friendly waiters and great service! I would definitely recommend this restaurant! (Original) Heerlijk gegeten bij dit restaurant! Vriendelijke obers en een geweldige service! Ik zou dit restaurant zeker weten aanraden!

  • 5/5 Sabrine B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A SUPER recommended Really do it if you get the chance (Original) Een SUPER aanrader Echt doen als je de kans krijgt

  • 5/5 Jan B. 4 years ago on Google
    Very good chili con carne.... but compared to other restaurants on the strip rather expensive.

  • 2/5 Awa F. 5 years ago on Google
    Chicken over cooked and spicy

  • 3/5 Lucy A. 2 years ago on Google
    The food was ok. There were 3 of us and all having steak. We ordered sweet potato mash but normal mash was given and when asked we were told it was sweet potato, Gambian sweet potato. it wasn't it was plain lumpy mash. Steaks were a little over cooked and glasses taken away without being offered another. Expensive really for the service and quality of food.

  • 5/5 Terry R. 2 years ago on Google
    Definitely the best meal of the fortnight while we was in Gambia Top class food and service

  • 3/5 Gaston Eric Nkolo M. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice

  • 5/5 Ayssa S. 1 year ago on Google
    Hospitable hosts, good service and delicious dishes! I recommend to everyone.

  • 2/5 Maimounah F. 1 year ago on Google
    Please change the cheese for the chips and refried beans need to be added as well as jalapeno peppers to go on the nachos.. guaranteed to make a difference in the nachos also the..the casa dias was very greasy I actually took this one home..and the sour cream should be thick not watery..please I am cheering you on mexican good should have a kick to it..thanks

  • 4/5 O'Bryant A. 1 year ago on Google
    Such a great place to enjoy a meal with indoor and outdoor seating. The food is great and put together really well. It's definitely one of our go to places.

  • 5/5 Fred van E. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place for an evening with good and friendly staff, nice ambiance and don’t forget the fresh seafood dishes

  • 2/5 Randi B. 1 year ago on Google
    Be prepared for a long waiting time. That being said I wouldn't mind waiting, as we are on holiday. But as I didn't feel well I asked the staff to cancel my main dish. Right after they delivered our first course. Not possible they replied, as it was already being prepared. Waited for over an hour more. Wouldn't go there again, as they obviously didn't gave us the correct information.

  • 5/5 Carmen H. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice and quite in a great ambiance. The staff know their job. I like that there are many options on the menu to choose from. I enjoyed the carne El Sol and the best nachos in town.

  • 5/5 Martin P. 4 months ago on Google
    Came out for a 10 day break and found this little gem. Food and staff are amazing. Ate here 4 times whilst here as it was just so SO good.

  • 5/5 Mariama J. 2 months ago on Google • 17 reviews New
    The food was served hot and yummy 🤤. The customer service was also excellent 👌 I totally 😍 it

  • 5/5 Louise R. 5 years ago on Google
    Best Mexican we've ever had and who'd have thought it would be in Gambia. Food was amazing and the staff were so attentive and friendly. You must eat here!

  • 5/5 Colin W. 4 years ago on Google
    Very nice place. The food was excellent and the staff were very good and highly attentive without being intrusive. We plan on going again before we go home.

  • 5/5 els e. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Fantastic food, cozy ambiance and good service (Original) Fantastisch gegeten, gezellige ambiance en goede bediening

  • 4/5 jurgen S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good and tasty food (Original) Goed en lekker eten

  • 5/5 Megi H. 4 years ago on Google
    Top

  • 5/5 Nicklas C. 4 years ago on Google
    Surprisingly good Mexican food. One of the better restaurants around Senegambia that we tried. Service was good as well. Can highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Kevin W. 4 years ago on Google
    Good food

  • 5/5 H. F. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good food, nice menu and friendly staff. (Original) Lekker gegeten, leuke kaart en vriendelijk personeel.

  • 5/5 Sorty M. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent for a date or gathering. Awesome ambiance.

  • 5/5 Lizet van ‘t W. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Delicious eaten, excellent quality meat! We were 15 people and the food was neatly served at the same time. Great wine. Neat service. (Original) Heerlijk gegeten, uitstekende kwaliteit vlees! We waren met 15 mensen en het eten werd netjes tegelijk geserveerd. Prima wijn. Keurige bediening.

  • 5/5 Johiem I. 4 years ago on Google
    Great cocktails, food even better than i remember, thank you!!!

  • 5/5 Ngenarr-Yassin J. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food and service. The enchilada was 👌🏾. Also suitable for sizable groups of people

  • 5/5 Bakary B. 4 years ago on Google
    It very nice and friendly place to be with excellent food and staff

  • 5/5 christine a. 4 years ago on Google
    Great restaurant. Great steaks and great ambiance. Always a must visit in The Gambia

  • 5/5 Solange H. 5 years ago on Google
    Very good restaurant!good cocktails

  • 2/5 Josip I. 4 years ago on Google
    Our crew came here for dinner. One in our group ordered Gambas, when they came she couldn’t eat the dish because it smelled very bad, so she asked for a new dish. We still had to pay for the Gambas. Rest of the food was okey. Prices were much higher then the rest of the area. Not worth the money.

  • 5/5 Lorraine G. 5 years ago on Google
    We ate at this restaurant tonight and I have to say, it was the best Mexican we have ever had. Food was amazing and our waiter Eede was so helpful, friendly and courteous. Would definitely recommend the nachos and steaks

  • 5/5 Mirjam K. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) delicious food, and friendly staff, it looks very well cared for, the owner is genuinely interested when he comes to your table for a chat. (Original) heerlijk gegeten, en vriendelijk personeel, het ziet er erg verzorgt uit, de eigenaar is oprecht geïnteresseerd als hij bij je aan tafel komt voor een praatje.

  • 5/5 Jan van der B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The food was surprising and tasted delicious. Recommended! (Original) Het eten was verrassend en smaakte heerlijk. Een aanrader!

  • 5/5 Tim A. 4 years ago on Google
    This has to be a must for all true foodies. My partner and I wholeheartedly believe this HAS to be one of the best restaurants in Gambia.

  • 5/5 José T. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice and good Mexican (Original) Lekker goede Mexicaan

  • 3/5 Nicholas R. 4 years ago on Google
    Food cooked ok..

  • 5/5 Gerda P. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) nice restaurant. good food. friendly service. (Original) mooi restaurant. goed eten. vriendelijke bediening.

  • 5/5 Cora v. Someren-de W. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice and tasty food from pleasant employees of one Dutch owner! Certainly the Steak is here n recommendable in addition to all Delicious Mexican dishes! (Original) Mooi en lekker eten bij gezellige medewerkers van n Nederlandse eigenaar ! Zeker de Steak is hier n aanbevelen naast alle Héérlijke Mexicaanse gerechten!

  • 5/5 Gunnbjørg B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great food and great service💙 (Original) God mat og god service💙

  • 5/5 Sven E. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) excellent cuisine, including perfectly grilled steaks, absolutely recommended at reasonable prices 👍 (Original) hervorragende Küche, unter anderem perfekt gegrillte Steaks, absolut zu empfehlen bei zivilen Preisen 👍

  • 5/5 Hester van A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Delicious food, waiters very genuinely friendly and laughed with them. Owner has a chat with everyone. There is something for everyone because of the tapas. The tapas for 2 people is recommended! (Original) Heerlijk gegeten, obers erg oprecht vriendelijk en met ze gelachen. Eigenaar maakt met iedereen een praatje. Er is voor ieder wat wils door de tapas. De tapas voor 2 personen is een aanrader!

  • 3/5 Matthias L. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very clear portions. One should not have big hunger here. Overall a bit too expensive. But delicious dessert. (Original) Sehr übersichtliche Portionen. Großen Hunger darf man hier nicht haben. Insgesamt etwas zu teuer. Aber sehr leckeres Dessert.

  • 4/5 Theo C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great food, nice menu, nice service. Quite a price for Gambian standards. (Original) Prima gegeten, mooie kaart, fijne bediening. Voor Gambiaanse begrippen behoorlijk aan de prijs.

  • 5/5 Heidi B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) At the moment it's still a bit quiet from Senegambia Strip. Delicious food, seviert of competent staff. And that is not self-evident in this corner. (Original) Zur Zeit noch ruhig etwas vom Senegambia Strip gelegenes Restaurant. Leckers Essen, seviert von fähigem Personal. Und das ist in dieser Ecke nicht selbstverständlich.

  • 4/5 Ben 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice place with good food for a decent price, and the owner comes to chat with everyone. Highly recommended. (Original) Leuke plek met lekker eten voor nette prijs, en de eigenaar komt bij iedereen even praatje maken. Zeker een aanrader.

  • 3/5 patrick p. 4 years ago on Google
    Expensive

  • 4/5 Marie H. 6 years ago on Google
    Vary fancy and the desert oh my god ,really nice place to go..


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  • Payments
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  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Halal food
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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