Essence

Essence is a restaurant, tapas bar and cocktail bar at Kabulonga Centro Mall, on the corner of Bishop Road and Chindo Road in Kabulonga, Lusaka, Zambia. Its website describes it as "nestled in the heart of Lusaka" and "more than just a restaurant". According to its website, the downstairs restaurant offers formal dining, while upstairs guests can enjoy "a vibrant, casual tapas experience" with small plates and an extensive cocktail menu. Two private dining rooms accommodate small groups to larger parties. The menu includes coal-fired beef ribs, slow-braised oxtail, coal-fired meat and fish platters for two and dishes from a PUJADAS oven, and the restaurant pairs local and seasonal ingredients with global wines. Reservations are taken on +260 777 756 791 and +260 777 756 790, and at reservations@essence.co.zm; general enquiries go to info@essence.co.zm. Opening hours and menu prices are not published on the pages consulted.

Kabulonga Centro Mall, Corner of Bishop Rd & Chindo Rd, Kabulonga, Lusaka, Zambia
Lusaka

• Formal dining
• Tapas and cocktail bar
• Two private dining rooms
• Coal-fired grills
• Table reservations