It is now approaching 10 years since Zone 7 Restaurant first arrived on the scene and from a simple semi private club like venue into a fully fledged establishment that can cater for wedding events as well as receptions for a sizeable number of people while at the same time the place still has a feeling of being cozy and personal.
Background
Set up by Tony Kiyimba Kaggwa who passed on three years ago and Eva his wife, the two were the brains behind this joint and a decade later they are firmly established as a brand. Tuesday, last week I caught up with Eva and over lunch we managed to talk shop while enjoying a leisurely lunch. Admittedly, we have not been to Zone 7 ever since her husband passed on but owing to good planning and sound management nothing seems amiss and they are growing from strength to strength.
Menu offering
Their buffet offers a fair variety starting with steamed matooke, gonja, chapatti, steamed or fried rice, assorted yams, and Irish potatoes, grilled chicken, beef luwombo, fried greens, fried peas and katunkuma. The matooke was exemplary as one might expect and generally we enjoyed the food.
Over the years the pork mchomo at Zone 7 has become a very popular item and such is the demand that occasionally they run out of the stuff. My preference has always been for the ribs which are usually succulent and well-marinated and for an affordable price two can easily feel well satisfied. The samosas are another one of their gems and are to be recommended.
Ambience
When it comes to music and a night out, I’m told Wednesday night at Zone 7 is the place to be with hundreds of Kampala night revellers making it a habit to attend this famous event that is reputed to be the very best in town!
Note
RATINGS: These ratings are purely the reviewer’s personal reaction to food ambience and service with price being factored into consideration. Please bear in mind that the listings and prices are subject to change without notice.
The deal
Our rating: Worth a visit
The place: Zone Seven
Address: Mbuya, off Old Port Bell Road
The space: A country side like al fresco setting with leafy trees
The crowd: Corporates who appreciate good local food in a charming and relaxing environment.
The bar: Juice, soda, beer, wine and they even serve cappuccino.
Recommended dishes: Anything called muchomo is done with distinction
The damage: Buffet Monday to Friday for shs 20’000 including a drink
Sound level: Decent
Parking: Ample and secure including a not so jua kali washing bay
Daily specials: Ask the waiter
Smoke free zone: Strictly enforced indoors
What we liked: The loos are never a let down
If you go: Daily and in the check out, their Wednesday evening bash which is the talk of town.
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