- 🕑 Today working hours: 17:00-22:00
- Price Range: €€ Moderately expensive
Horn of Africa is an intimate African restaurant located just outside the city center of Bergen, Norway. Run by a husband and wife team originally from Eritrea, its small dining room seats approximately 20 guests. Known for traditional East African stews and vegetarian combos, much of the menu can be made vegan.
Fun Trivia About Horn of Africa
- Opened in 📆 2015 by a local Eritrean couple
- Specializes in 🇪🇷 Eritrean and 🇪🇹 Ethiopian cuisine
- Offers traditional 🍯 honey wine called tej
- Plays a soundtrack of 🎵 East African music
- The bright 🌈 multicolored lights set the mood
- Many dishes are 🥣 veggie or vegan friendly
- Closes early so the owner can 😴 get some sleep
Why Choose Horn of Africa For Dinner
Horn of Africa provides diners the opportunity to experience the intoxicating flavors of East African cooking in an intimate setting. The owner happily explains the exotic spices and traditions behind the dish she personally prepared. It's a favorite spot among locals seeking an authentic cultural meal.
The Best Food & Drinks at Horn of Africa
- Vegetarian combo - array of 🥬 veggie stews with injera bread
- Doro wat - classic chicken stew with hard boiled eggs
- Maraq tibbs - tender lamb sautéed with onions, garlic and chili
- Tej - traditional Ethiopian 🍯 honey wine
- Shiro - chickpea stew seasoned with berbere spices
Place Features
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Atmosphere:
- ✓ Casual
- ✓ Cosy
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Accepted Payment Methods:
- ✓ Accepts credit cards
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What offers?:
- ✓ Vegan options
- ✓ Serves spirits
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The Crowd:
- ✓ Good for groups
FAQs About Horn of Africa
Do you offer takeaway?
Yes takeaway is available, just call ahead to place your order.
What type of meat do you use?
We use Halal certified meats in our dishes.
Are there parking options nearby?
There is street parking around the restaurant, though it is somewhat limited.
What time is last seating?
To give the kitchen time to prepare food, last seating is at 9:00 pm.
Do you offer lunch service?
We are dinner only, opening each evening at 5 pm.
Can you accommodate large groups?
Our dining room has a maximum capacity of 20 guests. Please call ahead for groups over 8.
Is the restaurant wheelchair accessible?
Yes, we have step-free access from the front entrance to the dining area and washrooms.
Is this African restaurant open now?
No, it is closed since Sunday, 22:00. This African restaurant will re-open at Tuesday 17:00. Check opening hours
⏰ Opening Hours
The days and hours that Horn of Africa is open:
| Day | Working Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday May 13 | Closed |
| Tuesday May 14 | 17:00-22:00 |
| Wednesday May 15 | 17:00-22:00 |
| Thursday May 16 | 17:00-22:00 |
| Friday May 17 | 17:00-23:00 |
| Saturday May 18 | 17:00-23:00 |
| Sunday May 19 | 17:00-22:00 |
🚩Horn of Africa Contact
✉ Address: Strandgaten 212, 5004 Bergen, Norway 📍 map
✆ Phone: (479) 542-5250
🌍 Web Site: www.hornofafrica.no
Reserve a Table: hornofafrica.no
📍 Location
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