What should I order at Yul's Restaurant?
Yul's Restaurant
Ice Cream
Multiple reviewers praised the ice cream, highlighting it as a favorite dessert option and a perfect way to end the meal. It was mentioned as excellent, with a variety of options and considered a standout item.
Fish cooked in Swahili style
Highly recommended for its finger-licking good taste, with reviewers appreciating the local spices and tender preparation, making it a memorable dish at the beachfront location.
Chicken Nuggets with Mango Dip
Specifically mentioned as a winning starter, this dish was noted for its tasty combination and was recommended by guests.
Beef Steak Medallions
Praised for being prepared exactly as requested and described as superb, showcasing high quality and careful cooking.
Margherita Pizza
Well-liked for its fine dough and crispy sides, offering a nice American-style thin crust pizza option that complements the seaside atmosphere.
Honey Prawns Entree
Mentioned as very tasty and enjoyable, recommended as a flavorful starter option.
Cheeseburger
Received mixed reviews but was mostly highlighted for being extremely tasty and excellent on first visits, making it a popular choice among customers.
Lobster
Recommended for its great taste and enjoyed in the beach atmosphere, noted alongside positive service experiences.
Location details
Off Mombasa Malindi Road, Next to Bamburi Beach Hotel, Mombasa, KE
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM to 11 PM |
About Yul's Restaurant
Yul's Restaurant is in Mombasa, Kenya, on Bamburi Beach. It serves restaurant fare with breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, and table service, plus cocktails, beer, wine, coffee, and halal food. Reviews consistently praise the ocean and beach views, the food quality, especially prawns, pizza, burgers, seafood, and ice cream, and the friendly, attentive service. Guests also mention the outdoor seating, relaxed atmosphere, and beachside setting.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Sports
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Halal food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Yul's Restaurant known for?
Yul's Restaurant is best known for its beachfront setting on Bamburi Beach, where guests can eat with a clear ocean view and beach access. Reviewers also repeatedly highlight the ice cream, cocktails, and seafood dishes like prawns and red snapper as reasons people return.
What dishes are most recommended at Yul's Restaurant?
Reviewers most often recommend the crispy sesame prawns, avocado prawns, red snapper with rice, wood-fired pizza, burgers, and the hotstone beef fillet. The gelato and ice cream, especially flavors like Isabelle's cookies and vanilla with warm caramel, are also called out as must-try desserts.
What is the atmosphere like at Yul's Restaurant?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with comfortable table spacing and a beach breeze. It suits groups, tourists, families, and solo diners who want a meal with a strong seaside view and live music or drinks from the bar.
Is Yul's Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
Yul's Restaurant is priced at KES 1,500 to 4,000, and reviewers say the quality matches the cost, especially for the view, seafood, pizza, and ice cream. Several comments note that the ice cream is pricier than usual but worth it, and that the food and service feel high standard for the setting.
Do you need a reservation or should you expect a wait at Yul's Restaurant?
Reservations are recommended for lunch and dinner, and the restaurant accepts reservations. Reviewers mention that busy times can involve a line outside, with one group of about 10 people waiting around 25 minutes, so arriving early can help.
Is parking available at Yul's Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Yul's Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Yul's Restaurant offers vegetarian options.
Is the food at Yul's Restaurant halal?
Yes, Yul's Restaurant serves halal food.
Is Yul's Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Yul's Restaurant is good for kids.
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