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View RestaurantChar-Choma Restaurant
This vibrant establishment along Mombasa's coast offers a truly memorable dining experience, earning a strong 4.6 out of 5 stars from its patrons. Located with its toes practically in the sand, it provides an inviting atmosphere perfect for enjoying the ocean breeze, especially with its desirable outdoor seating. Diners consistently praise the exceptional quality of the grilled meats, describing them as succulent and flavorful, often accompanied by perfectly prepared sides and fresh accompaniments. The presence of live music adds to the lively ambiance, making it a popular choice for groups and those seeking a relaxed yet engaging evening. With a moderate price range ($$), it's a place where you can savor delicious food without breaking the bank.
Steakhouse & Grill•$$•4.6(6,080)•Mombasa
This vibrant establishment along Mombasa's coast offers a truly memorable dining experience, earning a strong 4.6 out of 5 stars from its patrons. Located with its toes practically in the sand, it provides an inviting atmosphere perfect for enjoying the ocean breeze, especially with its desirable outdoor seating. Diners consistently praise the exceptional quality of the grilled meats, describing them as succulent and flavorful, often accompanied by perfectly prepared sides and fresh accompaniments. The presence of live music adds to the lively ambiance, making it a popular choice for groups and those seeking a relaxed yet engaging evening. With a moderate price range ($$), it's a place where you can savor delicious food without breaking the bank.
About Char-Choma Restaurant
This vibrant establishment along Mombasa's coast offers a truly memorable dining experience, earning a strong 4.6 out of 5 stars from its patrons. Located with its toes practically in the sand, it provides an inviting atmosphere perfect for enjoying the ocean breeze, especially with its desirable outdoor seating. Diners consistently praise the exceptional quality of the grilled meats, describing them as succulent and flavorful, often accompanied by perfectly prepared sides and fresh accompaniments. The presence of live music adds to the lively ambiance, making it a popular choice for groups and those seeking a relaxed yet engaging evening. With a moderate price range ($$), it's a place where you can savor delicious food without breaking the bank.
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Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
Formula-Based Analysis
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💰Price Range
Moderate
Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
🕐Meal Time
breakfast
Meal Time (breakfast)
This restaurant primarily serves breakfast. Based on opening hours.
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
🎭Atmosphere
Outdoor
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
🍽️Dining Style
Flexible
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
✨Features & Amenities
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
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Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Live Music, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
Why Travelers Love Char-Choma Restaurant
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
4.6 / 5.0(6,080 reviews)
**5 Stars – Char Choma Mombasa: Meat Heaven on Bamburi Beach! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟** Just wow! Juicy goat ribs and beef so tender they melted in my mouth, ugali on point, kachumbari slapping fresh. Toes in sand, ocean breeze, live band vibing—pure bliss! Service? Lightning fast and super friendly—Grace & team had my platter flying to the table before I could blink. Ordered 500g, left in a happy food coma. Stretchy pants mandatory! Short verdict: Best nyama choma in Mombasa, insane flavors, zero wait. 10/10, coming back tomorrow! 🔥🍖🏖️ I loved my experience at the restaurant. The beautiful view and great ambiance perfectly complemented the live band and DJ mixes that I truly enjoyed. I was pleasantly surprised by the birthday celebration the staff organized. They performed well choreographed dances as they brought out a cake, which made the moment extra special. The food was the highlight for me, and it was nothing short of amazing. The best restaurant in Mombasa. Quiet and beautiful location on the beach, best barbecue in town, amazing side dishes, and also cheaper than the others. Waiters and staff are kind and professional.You can order tour meat, gave it weighted and cooked at the moment. I'm going 2 times a week with my family, never been disappointed.
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Where to Find Them
Aga Khan Beach Cottages, Mombasa, Kenya
0794 673598
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Opening Hours
Open Now
Monday6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Tuesday6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Wednesday6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Thursday6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Friday6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Saturday6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sunday6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Recent Reviews
Moppet K.
November 11, 2025
**5 Stars – Char Choma Mombasa: Meat Heaven on Bamburi Beach! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟** Just wow! Juicy goat ribs and beef so tender they melted in my mouth, ugali on point, kachumbari slapping fresh. Toes in sand, ocean breeze, live band vibing—pure bliss! Service? Lightning fast and super friendly—Grace & team had my platter flying to the table before I could blink. Ordered 500g, left in a happy food coma. Stretchy pants mandatory! Short verdict: Best nyama choma in Mombasa, insane flavors, zero wait. 10/10, coming back tomorrow! 🔥🍖🏖️
K K.
August 15, 2025
I loved my experience at the restaurant. The beautiful view and great ambiance perfectly complemented the live band and DJ mixes that I truly enjoyed. I was pleasantly surprised by the birthday celebration the staff organized. They performed well choreographed dances as they brought out a cake, which made the moment extra special. The food was the highlight for me, and it was nothing short of amazing.
Roberto B.
October 27, 2025
The best restaurant in Mombasa. Quiet and beautiful location on the beach, best barbecue in town, amazing side dishes, and also cheaper than the others. Waiters and staff are kind and professional.You can order tour meat, gave it weighted and cooked at the moment. I'm going 2 times a week with my family, never been disappointed.
Maurice M.
September 28, 2025
I like their system of picking the variety of meats from chicken, pork to prawns, lobster. They then prepare the assortment which for us took about 40 minutes. It was worth the wait. Freshly cooked food any day. My only issue was the wait for our drinks. All in all Char Choma was a good experience.
Anders T.
October 11, 2025
Fantastic venue. The atmosphere is very stylish, the food is good, the drinks are cold, and the service is attentive. The only criticism: the music is sometimes a bit too loud. Good to chill and relax.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Char-Choma Restaurant special
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Credit Cards
Debit Cards
NFC/Contactless
Parking
Free Parking Lot
Free Street Parking
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Wheelchair Accessible Parking
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