Carwash

Carwash is a landmark here in Kigali...kind of like What-a-Burger is back home. It's definitely worthy enough to blog about. Carwash is a very unique, seedy little meat joint that has the BEST tasting pork and goat brochettes in town! When I need some cheap protein, I head here! So why is it called Carwash? Because in addition to being a restaurant and bar, it's a fully fledged carwash....AND you can rent videos here AND get a massage AND get your nails done, AND buy groceries! All in the same place! Like I said, it's very unique, and hilarious! The plastic tables are set out in an open parking lot, and you can watch the butcher chop up your meat and grill it up for you. You better go early because it takes a good hour and a half for the food to come (if it's a good night), but it's worth it! While you're waiting, you can listen to the very loud thumping 80's music or Kenyan rap music in the background. (The owner is Kenyan.) OR...you can get your car washed! (if you have a car.) I can say that I have ONLY eaten here, and most probably will continue to ONLY eat in the future. Everything else is just a tad bit sketchy, but the meat keeps me coming back. They serve a huge plate of freshly cooked meat, with mokimo (mashed potatoes and peas mixed together..it's delicious!), and kachumbari, which is tomatoes and onions mixed with vinegar and lemon juice. You always leave Carwash with a full stomach! (and perhaps a clean vehicle as well!) Sadly, I don't have a picture of Carwash yet, as it is always dark when we go here. I'll try to take one soon!