Safari is a restaurante in Miribilla, Bilbao. Rated 4.6 stars from 135 Google reviews. Known for authentic west african & lebanese cuisine and fresh, balanced preparation. Best for midday meals and authentic cuisine.
Rankings updated August 2026
Safari
| Rating | 4.6★ |
| Reviews | 135 |
| Best for | Midday meals |
Better value than the Miribilla average
Around €6 a head, below the €10 typical for Miribilla and rated higher than the area at 4.6★ against 4.5★. Based on the 26 Miribilla venues we hold Google pricing for.
Quick Verdict
Authentic West African and Lebanese cooking in a casual, unpretentious setting—best for a satisfying midday meal.
You want authentic West African or Lebanese food that's fresh, well-balanced, and unapologetically generous.
About Safari
Safari brings West African and Lebanese cuisine to Miribilla with a straightforward, no-frills approach that resonates with locals seeking authentic flavour over pretence. The menu rotates through three signature dishes—rice, meat, and vegetable-based plates displayed in a vitrine so you choose what catches your eye—designed for hearty midday meals that leave you thoroughly satisfied. Reviewers praise the freshness and balance of the cooking: Lebanese dishes arrive flavour-rich but never heavy, a deliberate contrast to the oversalted kebabs found elsewhere in the neighbourhood. Senegalese gastronomy rounds out the offer, supported by house beverages that lean toward the unexpected (a subtly sweet African-style drink). The restaurant's honest positioning—robust portions, visible ingredients, authentic preparation—has earned it a 4.6-star rating across 135 reviews, placing it among the neighbourhood's most consistent mid-range options.
What Stands Out
Authentic West African & Lebanese cuisine
Reviewers praise auténtica comida libanesa (authentic Lebanese food) filled with flavour but well-balanced, and gastronomía senegalesa (Senegalese gastronomy) that stands out in the neighbourhood.
Fresh, balanced preparation
Customers note everything is fresco, muy bien preparado (fresh, very well prepared), with flavours that are rich but never heavy or excessive—a deliberate contrast to oversalted alternatives nearby.
Generous, visible portions
Diners report platos contundentes (hearty dishes) displayed in a vitrine so you see and choose what appeals, leaving you acabas a rebentar (thoroughly satisfied).
Practical Information
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Contact
Bailén Kalea, 37, bjo, 48003, Ibaiondo, 48003 Bilbao, Bizkaia, España
+34 946 53 10 17Frequently Asked Questions about Safari
Yes. The menu is built for hearty, satisfying lunches—three rotating rice, meat, and vegetable-based dishes designed to leave you thoroughly full. Reviewers specifically praise it as better for midday dining.
West African and Lebanese. The kitchen rotates between Senegalese gastronomy and authentic Lebanese dishes, all prepared fresh and balanced—avoiding the oversalted pitfalls common in neighbourhood kebab shops.
The three daily dishes are displayed in a vitrine (glass case) so you can see and choose the plate that appeals to you most before ordering.
Despite generous portions, the cooking is well-balanced and never heavy. Lebanese dishes arrive flavour-rich but carefully prepared to avoid excess, making them satisfying without being overwhelming.
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