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Liido Seafood Restaurant
Best time to visit
The best time to come is before sunset, around 5:30 PM, when a fresh breeze rises and the sky turns orange. Fishermen bring in the day's catch at that time, so you are guaranteed the freshest pieces.
Budget tips
Prices range from 10 USD for grilled fish with a side dish up to 30 USD for a whole lobster. There is no entrance fee, you only pay for what you order, and it pays off to come in a larger group and share several courses.
Recommended for
Seafood lovers, Couples looking for a romantic dinner, Travelers seeking an authentic atmosphere, Groups of friends for a shared evening
Plan your visit
1.5-2.5 hours
About
Quick facts: Every day, over 300 kilograms of fresh fish and lobster are sold here, caught just a few hours before serving. The atmosphere is enhanced by live Somali music and the scent of grilled food mixing with the salty sea air.
Highlights: Nowhere else in Mogadishu can you taste grilled lobster that was pulled from the Indian Ocean right before your eyes just a few hundred meters from your table. The owner personally selects the catch every morning at the harbor auction, ensuring that only the freshest food ends up on your plate.
Insider tips
- Ask the staff to show you the day's catch on ice, and choose the fish and the method of preparation yourself.
- Book a table right at the edge of the beach for the best view of the ocean and the evening stars.
- On Friday evenings a live band plays traditional Somali music, so come early, it tends to get crowded.
- Do not forget the hot chilli sauce they make here themselves, it has a lovely kick and enhances the flavor of fresh seafood.
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