There are several small Malawian restaurants along the main road. If you want a great, reasonably priced seafood dinner $2 or so for a big Chambo fillet, try any of them. A reservation is a good idea, not because the restaurant is likely to be crowded, but rather, so the owner knows he's going to have some business.
Be sure to eat some of the chips french fries the boys sell along the main road. They'll fry them fresh, and they make a great snack. If you order them regular, be prepared for "soggy" fries. If you want them crispy, order them "brown." For lunch, grab some chips, buy some bread and tomatoes, and have tomato sandwiches and chips.
Don't forget to arrange with one of the beach boys for an evening fish dinner on the beach. It's a lot of fun. Be careful, though -- they're likely to come back and ask for more money, for any number of reasons. Be firm but respectful.
For restaurants try:
Gecko Lounge
(http://www.geckolounge.ne...) is the place to be of the moment - fresh fish from the lake, variety of western dishes & daily specials.
Fat Monkeys
Is an open-air restaurant with a cool beach-vibe on the south end of the village. they have western-styled food try the pizza and sometimes play host to lively parties at night.
Cape Mac Lodge & Froggies Restaurant
Josiane and Roger, a French couple fell in love with Cape Maclear years ago. Since then they had a dream, to build a lodge and to retire in this peaceful Malawian fishing village. Today their dream has come true and⦠Cape Mac Lodge is now open to you! Next to Fat Monkeys Backpackers, you will find the finest food with the french touch. Please, do not hesitate to consult our website or send us an email : [email protected]