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Nando's Avondale

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One of the Most Reviewed Fast food restaurants in Harare


Address

Avondale Shopping Centre, King George Rd, Harare, Zimbabwe

Website

nandos.co.zw

Contact

+263 71 233 5190

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

3.80 (2K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
  • Monday: 8 am to 10 pm
  • Tuesday: 8 am to 10 pm
  • Wednesday: 8 am to 10 pm
  • Thursday: 8 am to 10 pm
  • Friday: Open 24 hours

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Nduna Legacy Lodges & Premier Guest L. 2 years ago on Google
    Those who have been here will never forget it , the stuff and hospitality is out of this world !
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Dennis J. 1 year ago on Google
    A clean and modern looking place to have lunch. The chicken and salad 🥗 tasted good.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 George P. 2 months ago on Google • 99 reviews New
    Enjoyed my 1/4 Chicken and Chips, the food was very fresh

  • 3/5 Lucky C. 2 months ago on Google • 69 reviews New
    Not happy about the food but the atmosphere was excellent. The fries were burnt, told the staff but I was in a hurry so they couldn't resolve it.

  • 3/5 Teddy263 H. 1 year ago on Google • 16 reviews
    Although recently renovated, service is still very slow and with the expanded sitting area, one would expect that the table are cleaned regularly. Unfortunately you still find plates from previous dinners and tables that need to be cleaned. Not very impressive after all the renovations.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Paula M. 3 years ago on Google
    Had fun with my girls. The food was good, we wanted some more!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Carol M. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice food
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tendai C. 2 years ago on Google
    Tasty chicken destination. U won't regret
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Max A. 1 year ago on Google
    The food is delicious and the prices prices are very fair. However even if I get the mild, the sauce still gives me a stomachache. The peri peri spice is no joke. Make sure you've got a good toilet nearby and nothing much to do the next day if you go for the spicy
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 moreblessing c. 2 months ago on Google • 32 reviews New
    Sit in is a bit slow, had to wait longer to get the food. The chicken is a bit dry. All in all not a bad experience just few improvements.

  • 2/5 Abigail V. 4 months ago on Google • 31 reviews
    I have been to many nando's around the world but I don't want to lie I was so disappointed with my own country nando's. The chicken wasn't really grilled to nando's standards ( I have judged a nando's grill competition before so I do know the standards) the fries were just terrible.

  • 1/5 Takura Z. 2 months ago on Google • 31 reviews New
    It took 45 minutes to get our order for 2 people only to realise Staff completely forgot our order. Ended up cancelling order. Standards have dropped. Staff not motivated. Will never come back.

  • 4/5 Absolom M. 4 months ago on Google • 24 reviews
    Their 24hour service doesn't disappoint. You can pop in anytime for a midnight meal or grab a early morning meal on your way to the airport.

  • 2/5 Keith N. 4 months ago on Google • 19 reviews
    They should do something about the electricity. At least maybe officially open the shop when the generator is on. The food is amazing, actually better than most places.

  • 1/5 tendai m. 3 months ago on Google • 18 reviews New
    We bought supper yesterday from Nandos Avondale and sadly the chips were over cooked, oily, tasted really bad and were of very poor quality. I was really disappointed in the chips they were serving, brown oily overcooked chips with brown spots all over 🤨

  • 5/5 Brandon S. 4 months ago on Google • 9 reviews
    Nando’s offers a delightful experience for roast chicken enthusiasts. The peri-peri flavor options add a unique twist to the succulent, perfectly grilled chicken. The vibrant atmosphere and friendly staff make it an ideal spot for a casual meal. However, the sides could use a bit more variety to complement the star dish. Overall, Nando’s is a solid choice for those craving flavorful roast chicken in a lively setting.

  • 3/5 Chido N. 2 months ago on Google • 9 reviews New
    Standards have really gone down at Nandos Portions and service not as it used to to be

  • 4/5 Mike M. 5 years ago on Google • 7 reviews
    The food was awesome, meat well roasted. The service and atmosphere was good. Good place to take family for dinner.

  • 1/5 4tch W. 3 years ago on Google
    Very disappointing service our order was messed up not once buy 3 times and took almost 1 hrs 40 mins to get our order. Won't be visiting any time soon.

  • 4/5 Simbarashe C. 3 years ago on Google
    Food is decent. Lunchtime queues are a pain, though.

  • 5/5 kenneth c. 3 years ago on Google
    COVID 19 Consciousness good system of handi sanitizing your self. Conducive environment good parking efficient service of staff

  • 3/5 alice m. 3 years ago on Google
    I love Nandos' chicken.

  • 5/5 Revai B. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome especially the cola designer drink

  • 2/5 Elton M. 3 years ago on Google
    I don't do lots of takeaway, but on this day felt like having one. I ended up not buying as they didn't have change, 1usd to be precise. Not as if I couldn't find something for a dollar! Again the attitude of the workers is just condescending, it's like 1 usd doesn't matter, just buy something even if you don't want it!! If a business decides to charge its prices in USD, it's only fair to look for loose change, and avoid fleecing your customers by forcing them to buy what's not their plan

  • 5/5 Lydia h. 3 years ago on Google
    My favourite place for lunch

  • 4/5 Tapiwa N. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food, great customer service.

  • 5/5 Patrice M. 3 years ago on Google
    Friendly stuff, delicious food classic nando's music......excellent!! KEEP IT UP!!

  • 1/5 David C. 3 years ago on Google
    Disgrace service I had to endure 1h 30 minutes for my order to come

  • 1/5 tatenda n. 3 years ago on Google
    Please do something with your Marimba branch l have been a loyal customer for years for that branch but the past month the service has deteriorated orders are taking forever. please do something it used to be the best what's happening team?

  • 3/5 Shepherd C. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food but service is slow

  • 3/5 Nigel M. 3 years ago on Google
    Ma chips mashoma

  • 1/5 Tatenda M. 3 years ago on Google
    It took me about one hour to get my order! Not a good experience at all

  • 3/5 bernard p. 3 years ago on Google
    Ok

  • 3/5 Farai C. 3 years ago on Google
    Not bad

  • 5/5 tafadzwa m. 3 years ago on Google
    Good food!

  • 5/5 Tawanda G. 3 years ago on Google
    Easy parking

  • 4/5 Tendai M. 3 years ago on Google
    Good food

  • 4/5 ISRAEL H. 3 years ago on Google
    Privacy

  • 5/5 Tapiwa M. 3 years ago on Google
    Fried Chicken

  • 5/5 WakaBlazer D. 3 years ago on Google
    Good environment with some good music and tasty menus 🥰🥰 I love the mild chicken 🍗

  • 5/5 Prince C. 3 years ago on Google
    Brilliant service

  • 5/5 Ishanesu Sextus G. 3 years ago on Google
    Incredible food outlet for a unique grilled chicken with loving and cheering staff. A place to go with the family and friends. Located in the calm environment of Avondale with enough free parking space and tight security.

  • 4/5 Pedzisai N. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice eating experience. Staff really try to give you the best. However, expect to wait more time than given due to high volumes of customers

  • 5/5 Patty Y. 3 years ago on Google
    Classic

  • 2/5 Hadassah R. 3 years ago on Google
    Not always clean

  • 5/5 kuda m. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful

  • 4/5 wishmore g. 3 years ago on Google
    The staff is customer care trained

  • 4/5 ashlie s. 3 years ago on Google
    Social distancing is being observed.

  • 4/5 Learnmore U. 3 years ago on Google
    Strictly social distancing. Takeaways only and no sitting. Open evenings.

  • 5/5 steady m. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent

  • 4/5 tawanda d. 3 years ago on Google
    Service is great

  • 2/5 Tim M. 4 years ago on Google
    Slow service and small chickens

  • 5/5 marshall c. 4 years ago on Google
    Nothing much just a glimpse of ecstacy...

  • 1/5 Hilda Nakayi M. 4 years ago on Google
    Usually this Nandos has the best service but today it was just pathetic.The food came late,it was cold ...and the drinks came when we were about to leave.I am very disappointed. And when we complained the service got even worse.I hope next time will be better💕

  • 5/5 consider k. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very gud (Original) Very gud

  • 4/5 Jabulani Cornerstone D. 4 years ago on Google
    The food was very good but the service was slow

  • 3/5 Emperor_skites 2 years ago on Google
    Its a good place to eat but standards are tumbling.. today i bought a couple of bar one milkshakes and apparently they came without the lids.. they claim they are out of material.

  • 5/5 Takunda D. 2 years ago on Google
    Still has one if the best meals. Love the new additions to the menu

  • 4/5 Rumbie M. 2 years ago on Google
    The service could use a little more patience but other than that, great food!

  • 4/5 Fari 2 years ago on Google
    Pretty good :D Went there with a friend. Service and the cashier was not great. Waiter was excellent and went above and beyond. Wish I could remember his name! but he served us on the 31st of March outside. Food was pretty good. There were quite a few flies but I guess that's understandable since we were outside. Overall a good place to have lunch.

  • 3/5 Wayne M. 2 years ago on Google
    I thought phoning the order ahead of time would avoid waiting in the que, this did not happen and we still had to wait 20 minutes for my order. Come on Nandos let's get this right PLEASE! In saying this the chicken was still good.

  • 5/5 Simbarashe Pride C. 2 years ago on Google
    Fabulous place. Still has the vibe.

  • 5/5 Job M. 2 years ago on Google
    Nando's Avondale was superb. The food was nice and the staff were professional.

  • 3/5 Gamuchirai m. 2 years ago on Google
    Quiet and ok. Chips were below standard. Chicken was great

  • 5/5 Kelvin G. 2 years ago on Google
    Swift service and delicious food. Staff is so welcoming too

  • 5/5 ruponiso M. 2 years ago on Google
    The service is extremely slow. Its like they can't be bothered to serve customers...waited 45min for just a quarter chicken

  • 2/5 Boris N c. 2 years ago on Google
    Waited for too long to get my order. Requested for extra juicy only to get standard

  • 5/5 Takudzwa M. 2 years ago on Google
    A good place for an eat out

  • 3/5 Levita C. 2 years ago on Google
    On 01.01.22 I bought takeaway quarter chicken and chips *5. I was told to collect my order after 15 minutes. I was there just before 15 minutes and my order was neatly packed. I picked my order and left. Upon reaching my destination I served the takeaway to my family the quarter chicken and chips was there but they packed satchel of tomato sauce and vinegar only and there was no salt. I had to put a lot of vinegar so that we could eat the chips but the taste was different, it was not a very good experience

  • 4/5 Charmian K. 2 years ago on Google
    Staff is very friendly and Nando's is as great as always.

  • 1/5 panashe a. 2 years ago on Google
    The food comes after an hour when you order and super cold. Several occasions I had to go to the till and follow up my order. When your order comes, sometimes it's badly done. Other time I ordered fried rice and instead of getting that I got colored cold boiled rice. Please improve your services it's pathetic

  • 1/5 Da S. 2 years ago on Google
    So I ordered my food (sitting not takeaway) at a minute past 12, now more than 30min later I'm still waiting for my order. Everyone else is getting theirs. Extremely disappointed with you guys. Service yakadhakwa........

  • 3/5 David O. 2 years ago on Google
    Not bad, but they take a bit long to serve on weekends.

  • 2/5 chiedza s. 2 years ago on Google
    Was not really happy about the service, took about 30mins to get my chicken. People who were before me got saved but my order took alot of time than usual 😒

  • 4/5 Kumbiè Sean Tinashe Prince M. 2 years ago on Google
    The menu upgrade is very tempting and the food is just top tier....

  • 2/5 Kathryn C. 2 years ago on Google
    The service was very slow and when I finally got my chips they were barely warm....I believe they can do better🙂

  • 3/5 263DanceVault 2 years ago on Google
    I love the chicken but long ques during pick hours

  • 3/5 Tino 1 year ago on Google
    First time going after the recent revamp. I miss the old format it looked more modern. New format the staff are confused and it feels very dated. I am yet to taste my meal. Service was very slow.

  • 1/5 Cyndy C. 1 year ago on Google
    So they recently renovated the place..... the service here is terrible. A sit in meal on a not so busy day takes 40 minutes. A takeaway meal takes 1 hour ..... you need to monitor your order otherwise you will starve ...just saying

  • 1/5 Biyata C. 1 year ago on Google
    Service today at Nandos Avondale is pathetic. Took me an hour to get my small order of 3 x half chicken and chips and a mere Portuguese salad. Requested to see manager but he/she could not come forth.

  • 1/5 Andre M. 1 year ago on Google
    I hate to give negative ratings but this was a most disgusting meal. Dry, tasteless chicken. Inedible chips. Soggy salad. Incredible.

  • 3/5 Violet Dambudzo Gondo T. 1 year ago on Google
    Not crowded, fresh food and the ambiance is generally good

  • 2/5 munashe m. 1 year ago on Google
    Well i guess this place is overrated!! came in with my person to get lunch ended up eating at 3 past 3 in the afternoon, they were overwhelmed i guess cause the service i got there even though the food was nice i didn't enjoy cause the food was an hour and a half late it spoiled my mood..... I guess if you wanna enjoy do not go there on pick hours or days that are busy

  • 4/5 B 1 year ago on Google
    The place was well renovated but the decor is too all over the place, it's busy with too many things thrown into the look. The service was poor today, the staff seemed to be failing to cope the lunchtime rush.

  • 5/5 moodya 1 year ago on Google
    It's a good place for a chicken meal. It's clean and employees are very humble and helpful.

  • 2/5 Kesinate N. 1 year ago on Google
    On the 21st of August I got a very poor customer experience. 1. I was served very cold chicken 2. The waiter forgot to serve me my extra portion of chips and I had to remind her, yet she had taken my receipt 3. The drinks were served half way through my meal 4. The waiter forgot to serve me coselaw salad, and I also forgot , only to remember after I had left.

  • 5/5 Charles S. 1 year ago on Google
    I really like the place. Just renovated and looks very good. Keep up the good work. Maintain the welcoming smile. The environment is excellent.

  • 3/5 shumy m. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was not that bad. The staff looked disinterested, and just threw spices on our table and left.

  • 3/5 dexter m. 1 year ago on Google
    Nando's Avondale it was at night when we went to have dinner. The food was not that good hey, the food was very cold and I didn't like it. We had to call the guy who was helping us to come and help. He took back the food and after fiviten minutes that's when he brought the back. This time it was nice and hot, the other thing is that the place was very cold hey. They don't have heating system in side, it's not warm inside its very cold. I don't think l will go and have dinner with my family there again

  • 4/5 Esnath L. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was dispatched in a short time even though it was lunch time. Food is affordable and healthy. Loved the watermelon salad. 2 Thumbs up staff.

  • 3/5 Tafadzwa M. 1 year ago on Google
    Dinner was served late... waited 47min for a meal... much to the dismay of the kids. The waitress wasn't bothered... our experience was salvaged by a guy called Kumbi. He was on point and hurriedly made sure we were served... he even checked in on us... twice... overall experience wasn't good due to the service... food wasn't bad...

  • 3/5 Thandi B. 1 year ago on Google
    As I waited for my order I noticed that so many clients kept coming back, with complaints on wrong orders being given to them....I was terrified for my stomach as I was soo hungry...but I made sure my order was correct...food was hot and well cooked as usual

  • 5/5 Ben Jammaine N. 1 year ago on Google
    Very friendly staff and fast service. Our waitress, Vimbai, made sure we had everything we needed. The food was fresh and well prepared. Didn't disappoint!

  • 1/5 Rachel M. 1 year ago on Google
    What a pathetic branch.. I went for a takeout dinner and bought a half chicken. I waited for ages for it .. I finally got my order and the chicken was under done dripping blood

  • 1/5 Imelda M. 1 year ago on Google
    Highly disappointed with Nando’s Avondale. Went there this afternoon and their doors were closed but we could see staff within the store. We tried to signal to them to see if they were opening soon since their staff was inside. They ignored our signals and eventually we left . Several people came and tried the same but were ignored. It’s such a shame that they didn’t have the courtesy to come and just inform us whether they intended to open or not. A sign at the door could have easily done the trick. Customer care is so important but clearly this is not a priority at this establishment.

  • 3/5 Casper M. 1 year ago on Google
    The setting was good, but the male bathroom door was not closing, I ordered lemon and herbs chicken and I think a mistake was made my chicken was hot

  • 4/5 Zibusiso M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food and great service, semi-outdoor seating makes for memorable experiences on a great budget. The place is great for families.

  • 4/5 Ropafadzo Sandra S. 11 months ago on Google
    I always love the value meal sharing for 17USD and that designer drink. The service however was a but slow as we ordered designer drinks 20 mins before and only got them after following up.

  • 5/5 Rutendo G. 11 months ago on Google
    Exceptional service & food. Visiting from the UK & was excited to share the Zim Nandos experience with my daughter, we certainly were not dissapointed. Its a shame we can't take a takeaway with us when we go. 5 star food & service, just like I remember it 23yrs ago.

  • 1/5 Mrs G P. 10 months ago on Google
    The quarter chicken and chips meal is not worth it...l got a bad experience today....to start with how much is a 1/4 chicken and chips.... secondly the chicken portion was the smallest piece l have ever seen of à chicken. Simba Brands please pull up your services...l was first charged $6.00 then afterwards l asked her why she said l can have one for $5.... how much is 1/4 and chips at Nandos Avondale. Music is also pathetic......museve playing as lunchtime music hmmmmmm. I regret my $10.00

  • 4/5 Tisha M. 10 months ago on Google
    Had a good time enjoyed their food, the waitress was so sweet

  • 3/5 Ruvimbo M. 10 months ago on Google
    Food taste not as great as before but kudos to the friendly staff

  • 4/5 Tanaka M. 9 months ago on Google
    Probably not the best person to review nandos because all I ever get there are fest fries, regardless of the location of the outlet. For the few times I have been to Nandos Avondale I have loved the swift service provision and have never really had problems with the workers. The food was made available in little time without much of waiting. The place is well lit and kept clean always. There is sufficient parking outside and indeed there is nothing to hate.

  • 1/5 Taisekwa Z. 7 months ago on Google
    I honestly think you guys need to improve on how you treat clients at night cause we will be very hungry and we only come become there’s no time to prepare supper. Yesternight I went there with a friend and the girl who first served me told me she had no $7 change and I told her we’re sitting so she could give us the change later but she told me she couldn’t do that because she had a list of people she owed change, she also told me there were no more wraps and Pitas so she gave me back my money, I left and went to ask my friend if they had extra money and they gave me their card to swipe. At that time the rude girl had gone to a table by the corner to eat and I saw a new girl by the till giving this man who was right behind me the exact same change so I went there and asked if they had wraps and she said they had them, surprisingly. She also wrote down my change. I went and cleaned the table where we wanted to sit since no one was doing that and some of them were watching me do that, fine then we sat and waited for the food for such a long time and wanted to give up then I went with the receipt and asked another guy if we could have our food and in the form of takeaway cause at this time my mood had been really spoilt, got the takeaway and my change and when I arrived home I realized there were no side chips which I had ordered for one of the meals as well as cheese which I was meant to get on my 50c change👐🏾as if that was not enough. Also for my wrap it was hot and I had ordered mild. I know you guys will probably be tired but it’s also unfair guys. Also the guy who then served us I gave him a tip cause he was the only one who had treated us better however I regret it cause my order wasn’t the one. This is the second time I’ve had poor service from this branch that’s why I had to review cause the consistency in disappointing is unmatched ❗️

  • 5/5 deone kuda j. 7 months ago on Google
    Ordered Hotpot with Fried rice(Mild) as a late lunch and i can say, one should try it out themselves. It was well made. I highly recommend

  • 4/5 Sandisiwe Dorothea D. 4 months ago on Google
    It's spacious...with alot of options of sitting. The staff was friendly and super helpful.

  • 2/5 Walter Taurayi Seth N. 9 months ago on Google
    Visited last week and truth be told the standards keep getting bad. I bought quarter chicken and chips mild flavour, the chicken was dry and the chips as well. This is the second encounter now.

  • 4/5 Partners C. 5 months ago on Google
    Great place, there was a jumping castle fur the kids. Service was a bit slow.

  • 3/5 Tsitsi Bwetenga G. 4 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    The food was okay and the waiting time was not long which is great, but the service could be improved. We have gone there for years, and this time I felt like they were not very good. Our order was mistaken too, there were no side chips for 2 of our plates which had to be rectified. Seeing that it was around 8pm, maybe they will be tired but that could be improved. The space was not super clean, we had to ask for it to be cleaned. Please take heed of our comments because we love this space so much.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Kerbside pickup
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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