Itās been a long time since i updated this article and a lot has changed in Kigaliās late night scene since way back in 2010. Bars have closed (no moreĀ La ClasseĀ and Downtown), New Cadillac has burned down (word on the street is that missionaries and evil satanic club-goers had a spiritual face-off in the bar, shooting fireballs from each others eyes which then caused the place to burn down ā and yes, thatās actually a story I heard), new bars and clubs have opened, and once popular places have become a lot more quiet (are there still concerts at White Horse?) For a place I always describe as āsleepyā, Kigali seems to do ok in the nightlife department. True, there arenāt as many crazy places as in Kampala and people tend to be a bit more reserved as a whole, but itās not uncommon for bars to be packed until the sun comes up at 6am. A 3pm night seems to be an early one for many people (read: me). So hereās my list of places to keep yourself entertained in Kigali. Iām sure there are plenty of places Iāve missed so get in touch with any recommendations! Dinner & Drinks I like to start my Kigali night out with a meal and some drinks somewhere reasonably lively. Early on Iām not looking for anything clubby or dancy⦠just a nice place to chat with friends, eat some good food, bump into people, and knock back a few drinks before heading off for something a bit more exciting. Here are some spots with good food and a fun atmosphere to start your night. CaimanĀ āĀ I have to admit that Iāve never come here for pre-drinks since itās so damned far away from my house. But I have been here for a
Itās been a long time since i updated this article and a lot has changed in Kigaliās late night scene since way back in 2010. Bars have closed (no moreĀ La ClasseĀ and Downtown), New Cadillac has burned down (word on the street is that missionaries and evil satanic club-goers had a spiritual face-off in the bar,