Couldn't fault it in anyway... Best chicken in town by a mile👌

Coimbra Restaurant, Harare Zimbabwe. A nice unassuming restaurant in a tree shaded location. Their specialty is Portuguese food. The menu is limited but a well chosen repertoire. We enjoyed the steaks. Generous servings. We asked for medium rare and the chef did it spot on. Do try their garlic butter. Superb. There was a reasonable choice for vegetarians too. Service was quick and efficient. Cheerful, helpful staff. Prices were reasonable.

Great place close to the cbd. The food and service is really amazing

Good food and excellent service, enjoyed our meals. As as good as I remembered it since I was last there about 13 years ago.

My experience at Coimbra Restaurant in Harare Overall Atmosphere and Ambiance Coimbra Restaurant in Harare offers a delightful and inviting atmosphere that immediately sets the stage for a memorable dining experience. The restaurant’s interior is tastefully decorated with a blend of modern and traditional elements, creating an elegant yet cozy ambiance. The warm lighting and well-appointed tables contribute to a relaxed and welcoming environment, perfect for both intimate dinners and group gatherings. Culinary Delights The culinary offerings at Coimbra Restaurant are nothing short of exceptional. The menu features a diverse selection of Portuguese and Mozambican dishes, showcasing the rich flavors and vibrant spices characteristic of these cuisines. From succulent peri-peri chicken to delectable seafood dishes, each item on the menu is expertly prepared and presented with an artistic flair. The use of fresh, high-quality ingredients is evident in every dish, elevating the dining experience to a truly memorable culinary journey. Service and Hospitality One of the standout aspects of dining at Coimbra Restaurant is the impeccable service provided by the staff. From the moment guests are seated, they are greeted with genuine warmth and attentiveness. The waitstaff is knowledgeable about the menu offerings and is adept at providing recommendations based on individual preferences. Throughout the meal, the service remains attentive without being intrusive, ensuring that guests feel well-cared for and valued. Beverage Selection In addition to its outstanding cuisine, Coimbra Restaurant boasts an impressive selection of wines and other beverages to complement the dining experience. The wine list features a variety of local and international labels, carefully curated to pair harmoniously with the flavors of the menu offerings. Whether patrons are wine enthusiasts or simply seeking the perfect accompaniment to their meal, the restaurant’s beverage selection offers something for every palate. Overally, my experiences at Coimbra Restaurant in Harare have been nothing short of exceptional. From the inviting ambiance to the exquisite culinary creations and attentive service, every aspect of the dining experience reflects a commitment to excellence. Whether seeking a special occasion destination or simply craving an unforgettable meal, Coimbra Restaurant stands out as a premier dining establishment in Harare.

Best chicken anywhere and staff very friendly.

Great place for chicken and chips. Really doesn't get much better. Great staff, slightly basic atmosphere.

Grilled chicken ages well with good spices. If you dip it into the garlic sauce, it is super 👍 The restaurant looks a antique classic house, giving off the mood that you are eating out in the 19th century. I do not recommend fish though.

That steak is to die for. Best Steak in that side of town and the atmosphere is bliss, calming and very conducive to dig into the food. Food was hot, delicious, tender with a burst of flavour. Service was quick, friendly staff and very attentive. Overall my experience is a 10.

Clean place...Fast service...Great portions.. Decent prices on the half chicken selection. Enjoyed the complementary breads, gravy and garlic. Guard at the door gives a nice welcome... Some waiters a little sour but they're fast. Reservations required...fills up quick

Quite a homey atmosphere offered at Coimbra, great food and great people. Best advise is, on a potentially busy day, order take away or call in advance to make a table reservation. Make your order in advance too because if you get there and they are swamped, it'll be a while before you have your meal. Busy days like Christmas and other holidays. Otherwise generally should always get your orders well in good time.

If you're white you'll get good service at this restaurant no doubt. If you don't seem rich or wealthy the minute you walk in, then be prepared to be attended to last and not a priority to the waiters. I've been here 5 times for family celebrations, dates and business. Treatment is always the same. Unless the manager or waiters actually know you somehow.

I visited Coimbra restaurant, and their half chicken is the best. My colleague recommended it, and I think it's the best chicken I have ever tested. Their peri-peri and garlic sauce on their delicious bread is a fantastic starter! The garlic and per peri sauce on their half chicken just makes the best combo. I will definitely visit again.

Love this place. Best Portuguese chicken and garlic sauce around! Had takeaway, lush!

First restaurant I go to when I arrive in Harare. Everything about this place is amazing from the food to the staff.

Food was nice, just need to adjust some small detail. The place is lovely and services is good ✌🏽

One of the best places to get Portuguese themed food in town. Service was great and the staff were quite friendly

Wow😋 the food is amazing very friendly staff

The food was alright but the waiter we had was not friendly at all. Actually made it seem like we are bothering him.

Coimbra restaurant has been around since I was in my 20s. It is renowned for its excellent peri peri chicken and of course the delicious bread with peri peri dripping and garlic sauce as a table warming starter! By the time you have had that you are full because it is just so more-ish! A lot of people take their dinner home as they can't eat it all. I would suggest anyone go and try this place - a very relaxed atmosphere - not too dressy but very inviting. Great waiters and good service. Also very nice chocolate mousse pudding. It holds a good amount of people - an 'outside ' area covered with breeze-blocks. A smaller inside area and another larger inside area further in. Good for corporate casual lunches and dinners and birthday/celebration parties. People can book the back area for private functions.

Cool place. The food is great and cheap. Their menu's have Portuguese names and since very few people know Portuguese, they should come with pictures like mug n bin menu's.

It was great, the chicken is just exceptional. The waiters were also great

Wow wow wow that chicken slaps harder than my father when I broke mother's favourite vase. Utterly delicious poultry, perfectly cooked in Portuguese spices. The flesh is moist and tender, full of flavour. The bread with that dripping gravy sauce.....You'll be tempted to drink it out of the jar. Definitely go there and treat yourself!

Incredible chicken, chips and salad! So yummy and spicy. I also love the sauces that come with bread prior to the meal. The garlic sauce especially is to die for!

Nestled in the Avenues you can always rely on Coimbra for an excellent meal that is built on being relatively simple but well cooked and fresh. Prices are very reasonable. Highly recommended.

Very good place. It seems to be closed because the gate and door are closed. But everything works very well. Exquisite T-Bone steak and a delicious garlic sauce...

Great affordable food, good service, good times!

I loved every moment

For some garlic chicken, this is the place.

In the City easy access

Best Quarter Chicken and chips.

One word to describe Coimbra... "consistency". They haven't changed over time and this makes it the gem it is. You go there and you know what to expect. Great for lunch meetings.

Great place with great food.

Good Hygiene, Delicious Food, Classy

Made a reservation with my family, the service was great, Saidi was our waiter very kind gentleman. The food was great although the tea was a little cold. I'd definitely recommend you check it out.

Best chicken in town i must say

Great really liked the place

Food is excellent I always go for the chicken its their specialty... And reasonably priced

The only serious chicken place in town.

Good service. Their chicken is so juicy

Magnificent

Good

Looking for a top notch dining place? Coimbra!

Excellent

Liked the place a lot

Perry Perry Chicken🙌🏿 gravy and Garlic 🙌🏿🙌🏿 and the comp bread👍🏿

Best portugeese chicken and garlic sauce

It was a pleasant evening with a great atmosphere and excellent food have been going there since I was 9yrs and still as good as ever! Thanks to Coimbra staff and Cheffs

Service and pricing

Good food. Not so warm waiters

Great place

As fantastic as always. The peri-peri chicken was amazing. The bread and garlic oil just amazing.

the grilled chicken paired with the peppery chicken stock was delectable

Coimbra is a cosy outlet a short drive away from the Central Business District. Specialising in grilled chicken served with a very tasty "hard to beat" chicken broth that has people coming back for more. The staff is friendly and the parking out on the street is always well guarded

Service is slow I don't know the preference of their services I sat one hour waiting to be served until l left without eating

Good food good prices

Food is great especialy the bread, chilli and garlic MY FAVOURITE but be prepared to sleep afterwards!!

great food

Make best chicken in Harare

It was Good chicken

My tbone steak was overcooked and burnt, I asked for a replacement and the waiter just brought the bill...

The hospitality is great and the food is awesome 🔥🔥

Warm and compact place for a great lunch experience. Loved the dessert

The chicken was well prepared and the spicy sauces were magic.

Great chicken and fantastic prizes

finally managed to go..A gem of a place. Very spacious, the ambiance is great, very cool and cozy. The menu is very good, the staff is very friendly and service is very very good (love the cerveja) and the chicken is great. Pricing is surprisingly decent. I would recommend this place to anyone, anytime. Just make a booking, before you go, place gets full when you least expect it. Will definitely go back.

Perfect place to have a meal

The best juiciest Portuguese chicken ever. Went here for my 21st, 30th and 50th Birthdays. Still as good as ever.

They serve fresh and delicious meals. The chicken is the best. Had the grade7s leavers' dinner there. They had a jolly good and memorable time

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Best place for chicken in harare

Great chicken

Great

Good food

Service excellent, food excellent.

Just great!

Juicy tasty chicken everytime. Never disappoints

Pretty good place

The food was good but the service can be improved

The is a well known restaurant for chicken. Worth a visit!! Friendly and clean

I loved it,awesome food and service

You need to get the timing right to eat here without worrying about rowdy patrons if you want to take young children out to eat here.

Their chicken is really tasty ,one of the best in Harare . You can cut on waiting time by pre ordering

Standards all round have seriously dropped. Service and quality of food are not what they used to be. I am reluctant to go back again.

Friendly waiter, delicious chicken fresh bread only no butter/margarine for bread

It is a good restaurant.

Great covid 19 adherence. Food was ok. Staff services ok

Can never go wrong with their half chicken offering on the menu..

Coimbra remains the go to for Portuguese chicken in Harare. Great as usual.

Efficient and welcoming staff, delicious and tasty food

This place has excellent food and services

My husband and l decided to go for dinner. Our waiter Noah was the best and treated us so well. We will be going back again and again. Noah thank you so much

Pretty good. First meal since touchdown from LA. Chicken was good. Would appreciate more hot sauce options. Had Peri Peri but would like something spicier. Good service.

Always the best 1/2 chicken in town. Excellent service and chilled atmosphere.

Was served one of the best chicken recipes in Harare. The servers were also very friendly

First heard about this restaurant more than 20 years ago. A friend could not stop raving about their chicken. So when another friend suggested we go there for lunch today, I jumped at the chance. We got there straight after church at 11:15am but they don't open till 12 noon on a Sunday. After a 20 year wait, I could handle another 45 minutes! By the time they opened, there was a sizeable crowd waiting outside, at least 25 people waiting to go in. A popular restaurant it seems. We both had the chicken and his wife had the fish (Klip). I was not disappointed at all. Fresh, juicy, grilled chicken absolutely soaked in delicious fresh garlic and perfectly seasoned. I highly recommend it. She said the fish was good but I could tell from her face that it was nowhere near as good as the chicken. Waiting staff were friendly, welcoming and efficient. Atmosphere was light and airy. Table arrangement gave the place a dining hall kind of feel, which I didn't mind at all. It was friendly and we enjoyed small talk with a couple of the neighbouring tables, who all seemed to be regulars and were enjoying themselves very much. Lunch for three with 2 sets of soft drinks: $65.

Exciting menu ... excellent service ! Much appreciated and most grateful - Thanks ! 🙏

Lovely quiet place to dine, really enjoyed my experience

Everything was beautiful. It went well, and I love the chicken. A distinct flavor

Guy's I haven't been to Coimbra for year's, I'm asking myself why I left it so long. Obviously their speciality is the Chicken🍗 & Chip's with that awesome Garlic 🧄 & Chicken stock c/w sliced roll ye God's! It's perfect the chicken is so moist & morish. The service by the gent's is non intrusive which can make or break a great evening out so thanku guy's. I had a gent named 'Noah' serve our table, he remembers me from when I was last their which was proberbly 7 year's ago. Thanku Noah for keeping the experience Perfecto! With that said people book yourself a table & try their awesome meal's.

Loved loved the chicken.! Cant stop thinking about it. I ordered take away…. Short wait time as promised. Definitely going back🫠

food was delicious, fresh and full of flavour horrible atmosphere dim dingy no ambient music, the waiter was ok but the cashier couldn't be bothered

Not a bad place but the problem is the location, it is located in the CBD, but a little cramped inside. The tables are close to each other, which makes the place noisy. The food was delicious. But about ice cream.. I’m not sure it’s Gelato🤔This place is very popular. We were during the day on the weekend and everything was packed. Almost all the tables were occupied.

Never disappoints. Best Mozambique Chicken in Zimbabwe. Delicious, tasty, flavoursim, moist with good service. Always a winner.

The best chicken and chips and the best sauce in the world you will want to come back week after week you will never get sick of it. Staff are friendly happy efficient and attentive. You have to try this place if you visit Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 😉

Despite the restaurant not being overly busy, I found my interaction with the waitstaff and maître d somewhat dismissive. A more engaging and attentive approach would greatly enhance customer experience. The attached picture is food I bought for USD11. The pricing of the food felt a bit steep compared to the value offered. I hope this review will encourage the restaurant to be more welcoming to the next customer.