Yul's Restaurant
Ranked in Best Casual Dining in Bamburi
What visitors say
Visitors praise the beachfront setting with sea views, friendly, attentive service and tasty food.
About
Yul's Restaurant is a restaurant in Bamburi, Mombasa. It has been open since 1989 and serves seafood and cocktails on the waterfront.
Highlights
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Serves beer
- Serves wine
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Vegetarian options
- Wheelchair accessible
- Takes reservations
HoursClosed
Google reviews
- Priscilla M.Google review · 4 Oct 2026
Awesome place
- Tyrone M.Google review · 29 Sep 2026
Aaaahhh..... can’t describe a more perfect place for service, scenery and wholesome delicious food!!! Fatma our waitress was superb. When I say attention to detail -she’s a perfect synonym. Always attentive, always courteous and recommended some of the best dishes we ate . What an absolute treat!
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- Stacey B.Google review · 18 Sep 2026
I celebrated my birthday at Yuls, and it was a 10/10 experience from start to finish! The customer service was outstanding the staff went above and beyond to make the night special. The food was amazing; every dish was packed with flavor, and the drinks were just as impressive. The ambience was the perfect finishing touch, cozy and warm, exactly what you want for a celebration. I couldn't have asked for a better place to spend my birthday. Highly recommend Yuls to anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience!
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- Florence J.Google review · 10 Jun 2026
Yul’s was the perfect place to relax after a long working day There customer service was top notch always ready to assist The food was perfect especially the chicken wings There cocktails just perfect Just eating and drinking as you watch the ocean perfect scenes I
- Kenya G.Google review · 4 Jan 2026
Spend a day at Yul’s on Bamburi Beach, and you’ll see why it’s been part of the shoreline since 1989. Start with a dip in the ocean, watch jet skis and camel rides pass by, then settle at a table for a meal that matches the view. The crispy sesame prawns are a perfect choice — golden, light, and just the right mix of flavour for slow seaside eating. And the gelato is impossible to skip: made in true Italian style without artificial stabilisers, it’s creamy, smooth, and unforgettable. Vanilla with warm caramel is a personal favourite. Yul’s isn’t chasing trends. It has a lived-in charm, having witnessed decades of sunsets, beach walks, and lazy afternoons. Even now, it’s ready to set a table for whoever drops by. In a town that’s always changing, it’s rare to find a place that has grown without losing its heart.
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- Linda M.Google review · 4 Jan 2026
My review is a few months old (busy life). Let me preface by saying, Yuls has been my go to at the coast for more than a decade. Back then, you could enjoy your meal, leave your belongings for a quick dip and all would be well. On my last visit, even though the restaurant wasn't busy, they didn't want me to sit on the ocean-view tables. I was only "allowed" to after I protested. I ordered red snapper with mashed potatoes which I've previously enjoyed. Not so much this time. It was only after I pulled the photo from the previous visit that I realized they left out the garlic butter. On asking the waitress, she stated that some diners don't like it so, they only include it if you ask. How ridiculous is that? It's on the menu and therefore the food costing has been done. If a diner chooses not to consume it, they've already paid for it so it shouldn't be an issue. I was so disappointed that I ended up eating the rest of my meals at Char-Choma. I can spend all day there, swim, eat, drink and not feel like I'm not wanted. Kudos to Head waiter Ayub who always remembers me year after year! P.S Pizza and red snapper with garlic butter are from previous years
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- Siraaj K.Google review · 3 Jan 2026
Yul's is an absolutely breath-taking place, the way it is built and the way it is positioned is amazing. You can see the owners roaming around and managing things which is really great. The vibes, music, food, service and atmosphere was top-notch. I loved everything and the fact that there was a beach connected right there, so you can go swimming, walking or jet-skiing. However u cant leave your table unattended and there is also a line outside that you must wait for until you can come in. My group was about 10 people and we waited for around 25 minutes which was fair I think. Overall, great place! would definitely go again and highly recommend to try. There is even some souvenir shopping on the beach.
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- Matthias M.Google review · 9 Nov 2025
My favorite Restaurant! Super friendly staff, nice athmosphere, good music and of course, great food! The Hotstone Beeffilet is an absolute favorite 😋 I can absolutely recommend this Restaurant to anyone, who wants to enjoy a delicious, satisfying meal in a nice seaside location.
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Location
Off Mombasa Malindi Road, Next to Bamburi Beach Hotel, Mombasa, Kenya
Bamburi
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