Meza Malonga is, without a doubt, the best culinary experience I've ever had. What makes it truly stand out is the chef himself. He’s one of the most humble people I’ve ever met, but his dedication to his craft is unmatched. He travels all over Africa to discover authentic dishes and unique ingredients, many of which he grows on his own farm. You can taste the thought and passion that goes into every dish—it’s not just food, it’s a journey. On top of that, he has an amazing training program for his local staff, giving them the skills to deliver an unforgettable dining experience. Meza Malonga isn’t just about great food; it’s about celebrating African flavors and craftsmanship in the best way possible.

Lived up to all the hype. Amazing food, genuinely kind, unpretentious and attentive service. Tartare, beef filet, Mombasa shrimp and cucumber salad were my favorites. Also loved the luxuriously slow pace of the meal - for a tasting menu we felt comfortably full by the end. No need to do any wine pairing. Fairly priced South African wine by the glass was available and was outstanding - we had seven glasses. I would go again next time in Kigali. Be sure to hit up the rum bar downstairs afterwards.

A great experience. The food was excellent, each dish was well balanced and well thought out. Service was excellent. Sad they'll be closing and moving to Musanze but definitely worth a visit before they move!

undoubtedly the highest echelon of fine dining, sourced with local, community-based, high quality ingredients and featuring a diversity of rich spices and flavors from all across the African continent. i loved the element of surprise involved with the set menu…. everything was so amazing that we ended up taking notes on each course to remember the flavors and subtleties, in the hope we can be inspired for our own culinary tastes. this was top 3 best dinners i’ve ever had at a restaurant!

Chef Malonga has created a beyond beautiful dining experience. Taking care in every choice from the well balanced silverware to the personal connection of coming out and explaining where the different spices come from and how the ingredients are sourced. Innovative beyond imagination, each dish is prepared based on what is growing and in season in their garden- so you will not have the same dining experience twice. Every single dish we had was a delightful experience from flavor to texture to presentation. A true gem in a lovely and quiet location.

10/5 This dining experience reminds you that food is an experience. I have dined at multiple Michelin star restaurants around the world and this one is possibly at the top. The food is clean; so full of flavor and each plate is made in the open kitchen to watch. They are closing down shortly and moving their operation to musanze but it will be worth the journey to their new campus. Thank you for the highlight of the time in Kigali.

Very special place and totally worth the price in my opinion. We had 9 or 10 rounds and the waiting time in between wasn't too long (less than 10' on average). Food was simply amazing and the fusion of african spices (than we've never seen before) was very special. Wine seemed a bit on the pricey edge (16-20k per glass), but the whole experience was worth it.

Best fine dining cuisine in Kigali. We watched in awe as Chef Dieuveil Malonga patiently guided the next generation of chefs