Biryogo Car Free Food Street — Attraction in Kigali City

I second what other reviewers have said. A great place, part of the old, real Kigali. Not at all like the tourist hotels.

We ate at the Visit Rwanda. I tried a traditional Rwandan meal that was comprised of potato, green bananas (both were boiled) and beans in a sauce. It was rather bland, though the beans had some flavour and there was hot sauce on the side.

I found the waiter way more professional than the ones we have had downtown. I wonder if that is because this area is older, the waiters have been there for years and in the newer places, the staff are also newer and less experienced.

There are dozens of restaurants, but none serve alcohol. You will be accosted by pitchmen who are trying to convince you to go to a particular restaurant. I was with Rwandan friends, and they chose the place. Maybe if you are looking for a particular type of food, these guys could help...

The place is really big, and there are a lot of tables and chairs alongside the pathway which are usually full of people in the evenings and weekends busy having their meals. This place is well known for a typical dish called Pilau, but there are also many other different dishes and drinks.

When I was there, my friends convinced me to try the chocolate porridge and I really liked it as it was very delicious. I can't forget the chapati I took at this place!

However, due to the many people in the place, the service seems to always delay and also finding a place to sit comfortably is another challenge. And that's why I'm giving them a 4...

It is only good for a group and I won't recommend for solo travellers, especially during peak hours like late evening. They have lots and lots of options in terms of cuisines and restaurants. But not all could be providing good tasty food. Something that irritated me and my friend was the shopkeepers following us around pressing us to go to their restaurant. I suggest someone who is new to do proper research on which shop to visit. Otherwise the shopkeepers are going to swarm and one will end up more confused. Also, enquire food prices prior to ordering and make sure they accept card payment if you are planning to...