Lulu Cafe - Dakar

While the menu may be a little hard to navigate, the food is absolutely scrumptious. There is always a vegan option available, and the coffee is superb.

There is always at least one vegetarian option available at this restaurant, although not always vegan. It is recommended to ask if a vegan option is available. The menu changes daily and could include a rice dish, a pasta dish, or a vegan sandwich. The staff is willing to veganize other items for you. The food is excellent, but it is advised to come early as they tend to sell out quickly. The restaurant closes at 7:00 pm sharp, so it is not ideal for those who prefer to eat dinner early. Overall, the food is good for Dakar. Note: Review updated on August 25, 2022.

Update from 2021: I ordered the vegan bowl of the day (Mafé) and found pieces of meat in it. Essentially, they just tried to pass off the meat sauce from the cooked meat as vegan. It was a disappointing and disgusting experience. However, there is always at least one truly vegan bowl available that is clearly marked as such. The bowl changes daily and is made with delicious, fresh ingredients and generous portions. The restaurant is a lovely place to relax, either in the cozy indoor atmosphere or outside on the terrace. Updated from my previous review on December 12, 2018.

Update from 2021: I ordered the vegan bowl of the day (Maf and found chunks of meat in it. Basically, they just (tries unsuccessfully to) separate the meat sauce from the meat cooked in it and called it vegan. Such a disappointing and disgusting experience. Always at least a vegan bowl available, also labeled as such. The bowl changes daily, delicious, fresh ingredients, large portions. It's a nice place to spend some time, either in a cozy living room atmosphere, or outside on the terrace .Updated from the previous review on 2018-12-12