Top 10 restaurants in Legon, Ghana

July 21, 2017 Veronika Gaddis

Legon, a suburb of the Ghanaian city Accra, is situated about 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) north-east of the city center in the Accra Metropolis District, a district in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. Legon is home to the main campus of the University of Ghana. Ghanaians loosely refer to the University of Ghana simply as "Legon". Legon is also home to a few of Ghana's well known educational institution like Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon), Achimota School, Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration and the institute of professional education. Legon is adjacent to one of the most prestigious residential suburbs of Accra - East Legon and only about 20 minutes drive from the Kotoka International Airport.
Things to do in Legon

1. Toro-Spanish Restaurant

Liberation Road | Close the French Embassy and Next to Flag Staff House, Accra, Ghana Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Waitstaff, Delivery, Accepts Credit Cards Mediterranean, Spanish, Bar, European, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner HK$157 - HK$392 +233 20 226 1001
Excellent
52%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 242 reviews

Toro-Spanish Restaurant

It took forever for Tapas Fever to hit Western Africa, but this spot in Afrikiko makes up for all those years. As the city's first Spanish tapas bar, Toro Tapas Bar fills a culinary niche. Quintessentially Spanish, our fresh and exciting menu offers something for everyone. With dishes from the sea, the field and the garden our tapas dishes are sincerely Spanish and our paella's always deliver on flavour.

Reviewed By 321Roger123 - Norwich, United Kingdom

Family evening outing for anglo/ghanaian group. Restaurant quiet at 730 - only two other couples, our table of seven made it much busier! not many more arrived while we were there. Prompt service with drinks, good range of gins at good prices and reasonable range of mainly Spanish wines - although not very cheap. Ordered rose, not told there wasn't any, just brought along a bottle of red. Accepted it, OK wine. Ordered food - helpful waitress, order completed satisfactorily. Then the wait. Only one other table of two served any food while we waited - perhaps 45 mins. Why? Anyway, when it arrived it proved to be worth the wait....English contingent ordered tapas: good size portions, 3 each is enough for our appetites. Our squid order didn't appear although it was charged; rest of the food really good, well cooked and fresher. Tasty beef in a good sauce; crispy aubergine slices in cheese and honey; lightly battered octopus with a green chilli dip etc. Ghanaians had rice with beef/fish and enjoyed theirs. Would very happily eat here again - not a bargain, but good fresh food - but be prepared to wait.

2. La Chaumiere

Liberation Road | Opp. Shangri-La Hotel, Airport Residential Area, Accra, Ghana Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar French, European, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +233 30 277 2408
Excellent
50%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
5%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 178 reviews

La Chaumiere

Reviewed By Doris B - Accra

I've become a regular guest over the past 7 years and I've never been disappointed.
A special place that offers consistently excellent Mediterranean cuisine - I'm loving it each and every time.
Owner is super attentive; service could be improved at times. But not worth noting ... I'll be back ;-)

3. The Venue

Adjiringanor, Madina, Accra, Ghana Free Wifi, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Delivery, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible Bar, European, International, Mediterranean, Pub, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Dinner, Lunch HK$94 - HK$212 +233 24 332 4519
Excellent
70%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 184 reviews

The Venue

The Venue is a cozy continental restaurant in the heart of East Legon. Our serene atmosphere is conducive for all dining types and our menu satisfies everyone's taste. come dine with us.

Reviewed By Andrea438 - Milan, Italy

Excellent restaurant, with a wide menu, from seafood platter to pizza. Price in the average, but a good bargan for what you will find on the table. The environment is nice, in pure african style. Service attentive and friendly. Not easy to find, and not close to downtown, but you will not regret travelling to reach the place.

4. Santoku

North Airport Road | Azure, Villaggio Vista, East Dzorwulu, Accra, Ghana Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Validated Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi Japanese, Sushi, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks +233 54 431 1511
Excellent
67%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 339 reviews

Santoku

Reviewed By Yudyud123 - Ra'anana, Israel

Tripadvisor won't allow a date earlier than Feb 2017. I was there one time during April-May 2016. The sushi is really great but not heavenly if you put the price tag in front. For just eating sushi the place is a bit overdoing.... its like too much for this niche guys. I get it that everything is imported and so on, but hey the quality is still like another place in Accra with much lower prices and faster service.

5. Simret – The Taste of Ethiopia

Roman Road | Villa Almaz, 7A, Accra, Ghana Reservations, Buffet, Seating, Waitstaff, Free Off-Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Digital Payments African, Ethiopian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Dinner +233 50 740 8938
Excellent
73%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 126 reviews

Simret – The Taste of Ethiopia

A small and cosy restaurant serving a buffet consisting of a selection of authentic Ethiopian dishes.

Reviewed By tropicopter - Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Excellent Ethiopian food in a pleasant cozy atmosphere. However, I would find it even better if there were an alternative to the buffet with an a la carte menu and the possibility of some outdoor Seating.
The service was very friendly and welcoming and although the price is not cheap, it's good value for the quality of the food available.
This is one of my favourite restaurants in Accra and I'll definitely return

6. Coco Lounge

North Liberation Rd | Cnr Independence Rd, Icon House, Stanbic Heights Building, Accra 0023, Ghana Outdoor Seating, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi Bar, International, European, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch HK$78 - HK$196 +233 24 422 2202
Excellent
40%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 444 reviews

Coco Lounge

Reviewed By NicoleW644 - London, United Kingdom

We went to the Coco Lounge on a recent week-long holiday to Ghana. This place is really a cut above the standard fare in Accra. The service, food and wine was excellent. The prices are what you would pay in London or any other big city - but it's worth it. We had a wonderful meal and a fantastic bottle of wine. Highly recommended! Just be warned, they have a dress code and they do enforce it. No flip-flops for the chaps.

7. Urban Grill

Icon House, Stanbic Heights | Corner Independence & North Liberation Link, Accra, Ghana Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Highchairs Available Seafood, Steakhouse, European, Vegetarian Friendly Dinner, Brunch, Lunch +233 24 666 6000
Excellent
53%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 148 reviews

Urban Grill

Reviewed By AbbieA A - Accra, Ghana

Urban grill is very trendy & upscale and serves delicious steaks + a good wine list. There are usually interesting fusions with local ingredients appearing in innovative ways on the menu.
On my last visit I discovered a tasty virgin cocktail made with Bissap. The service is usually on point: knowledgeable, friendly waiters who can give great recommendations and hover politely, appearing when you need them. It's not cheap (but what fine dining is in Accra?). I stick to meat (bcos it's a grill!) but their seafood starters are lovely too. A friend complained about her crab, but like I said to her "...Grill" not seafood restaurant,lol. While sitting outside (gorgeous living walls and a spectacular view of the lights of airport city) our waiter was able to get me some mosquito repellant!

8. vida e caffe

Accra, Ghana, Accra, Ghana Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Reservations, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol American, Cafe, International, European, Healthy, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks +233 54 699 1609
Excellent
72%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 117 reviews

vida e caffe

Vida E Caffè' Is Portuguese For 'life And Coffee' – And That's Just What We Are About: Making Life Better, One Authentic Espresso-based caffe at a Time #vidaecaffeghana

Reviewed By Stephen W - Tokyo, Japan

Local high-end coffee chain. Good coffee. Excellent wifi and seems to be a popular place to study. Seems to be one of the few places open on Sunday in Accra.Thank you, we are happy to hear you love our shop and products. Yes we are open all year round at the same opening hours.

9. Zeno's Yoghurt Bar

Block 232 Jungle Road, Accra, Ghana Seating, Takeout Healthy, Vegetarian Friendly Brunch +233 30 396 3351
Excellent
79%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
7%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 14 reviews

Zeno's Yoghurt Bar

Reviewed By shmuelbrewbutler

To the best of my knowledge, this is the first and only yoghurt bar in Ghana. Its a cute small wooden earthy/ natural looking structure which gives off a great feel. They have the best Parfaits which come with a choice of sauces and granolas they make themselves. They have a great variety of thick yoghurt smoothies amongst other great things. Definitely one of my favourite places in Accra to grab something healthy! Oh and they supply all the major shops with the best and only Greek yoghurt made in Ghana along with other yoghurt variations.

10. Burger and Relish East Legon

A&C Mall, Legon, Ghana Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible American, Bar, Pub, Diner Lunch, Dinner HK$47 - HK$110 +233 54 434 7538
Excellent
33%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
6%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 15 reviews

Burger and Relish East Legon

Sister to Burger and Relish Osu. Gourmet Burgers and American Diner food with signature cocktails, DJ's and a very lively atmosphere. The hottest new spot in East legon

Reviewed By Division_Head - Accra, Ghana

Food was okay, service was okay. guess i expected more. Great ambience though and yes i would try it again in the hope that my first day was an off day for them.

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