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Kigali's pinnacle of fine dining and art, where customizable tasting menus, sommelier wines, and panoramic views create sustainable luxury in a four-floor creative haven.

Choose Kigali is a premier urban destination in Kigali blending fine dining, contemporary art galleries across four floors, and stunning city views. Featuring Italian à la carte at La Terrace, an innovative 8-course tasting menu in The Tasting Room with international guest chefs, and sommelier-led wine pairings, it offers relaxed yet refined lunch and alfresco dinners in a sustainable luxury setting.

1.5–4 hrsTime to spend
$$$Luxury
Indoor & outdoorSetting
5 / 5Mobile signal

On-site amenities

  • Restrooms
  • Food options
  • Drink options
  • Seating areas
  • Sheltered areas
4.5 Excellent · 99 Google reviews
Plan your visit

Opening hours

  • Every day9 am–9:30 pm

Opening hours as listed on the venue’s Google Business Profile. Hours can change for services and special events, so check with the venue before you go.

Address
KN 43 St, Kigali
Phone
Website

Getting there

Taxi

20-minute ride from Kigali International Airport, ~$15 USD, available 24/7 via apps or street hailing.

Bus

Local minibuses to Kiyovu stop nearby, 45 minutes from airport, ~$1 USD, crowded during peak hours.

Walking

15-20 minutes from central Kiyovu hotels, safe residential area, best daytime.

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Fine Dining Excellence

Choose Kigali stands as Rwanda's top fine dining restaurant, where culinary innovation meets artistic expression. Opened by Emmanuel Nkuranga in 2020 under Ingagi Hospitality Group, it hosts international guest executive chefs crafting daily-changing 8-course tasting menus customizable to dietary needs and paired with exceptional wines. La Terrace provides Italian à la carte options for a more casual yet elegant experience. The space emphasizes local Rwandan produce in creative presentations that fuse global techniques with regional flavors.

Art Gallery Integration

More than a restaurant, Choose Kigali spans four floors of dynamic art galleries showcasing works by Emmanuel Nkuranga and other regional talents. This creative hub transforms dining into a multisensory journey, with artworks inspiring menus and events. The Terra-Dek offers panoramic views of Kigali's skyline, enhancing meals with breathtaking vistas especially at sunset. It serves as a preeminent closed event space, hosting high-profile gatherings like those for the Basketball Africa League, NBA Africa, and Commonwealth Heads of State meetings.

Luxury and Sustainability

Embracing the motto 'where luxury meets sustainability,' Choose Kigali prioritizes eco-conscious practices in its operations and design. The venue's modern architecture harmonizes with Kigali's urban landscape, providing alfresco terraces for open-air dining. Open daily from 9 AM to 9:30 PM, it caters to lunch, dinner, and special tastings, drawing discerning food lovers and art enthusiasts alike.

Visitor Experience

Diners enjoy relaxed refinement with options for multicourse omakase-style meals or lighter fare. The ambiance shifts from lively daytime buzz to intimate evenings under Kigali's lights. Reservations recommended for tasting menus, ensuring personalized service amid the gallery's inspiring surroundings. Choose Kigali redefines urban sophistication in East Africa.

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Best time to go

Quietest: Feb, Mar & Oct · before 9am or from 11pm

How busy it gets, month by month Estimated
  1. Jan: 70% of the busiest month
  2. Feb: 60% of the busiest month, one of the quietest
  3. Mar: 50% of the busiest month, one of the quietest
  4. Apr: 80% of the busiest month
  5. May: 70% of the busiest month
  6. Jun: 80% of the busiest month
  7. Jul: 100% of the busiest month
  8. Aug: 100% of the busiest month
  9. Sep: 90% of the busiest month
  10. Oct: 60% of the busiest month, one of the quietest
  11. Nov: 70% of the busiest month
  12. Dec: 90% of the busiest month
How busy it gets, hour by hour Estimated
  1. 7am: 10% of the busiest hour, one of the quietest
  2. 8am: 20% of the busiest hour, one of the quietest
  3. 9am: 30% of the busiest hour
  4. 10am: 40% of the busiest hour
  5. 11am: 60% of the busiest hour
  6. 12pm: 80% of the busiest hour
  7. 1pm: 80% of the busiest hour
  8. 2pm: 70% of the busiest hour
  9. 3pm: 60% of the busiest hour
  10. 4pm: 70% of the busiest hour
  11. 5pm: 80% of the busiest hour
  12. 6pm: 100% of the busiest hour
  13. 7pm: 100% of the busiest hour
  14. 8pm: 90% of the busiest hour
  15. 9pm: 70% of the busiest hour
  16. 10pm: 20% of the busiest hour
  17. 11pm: 10% of the busiest hour, one of the quietest

Busy times are Evendo estimates for a typical year, to help you plan. Actual crowds vary with events, school holidays and the weather.

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