Question 1

What is the "Tourist Menu Price Inflation in Kabalagala" scam in Kampala?

Accepted Answer

Restaurants in the Kabalagala entertainment district and along Acacia Avenue in Kololo maintain separate "tourist menus" with prices two to four times higher than those shown to local customers. Visitors who ask for a menu upon being seated often receive the inflated version automatically. When the bill arrives, additional service charges not listed on the menu are added. Ask to see prices in Ugandan shillings before ordering and compare with fellow diners if possible. Check whether the menu price includes taxes and service charge. Restaurants along Acacia Avenue and in Nakasero that are busy with local customers are less likely to maintain dual pricing.

Question 2

What is the "Rolex and Street Food Tampered Change" scam in Kampala?

Accepted Answer

Vendors selling Uganda's popular street "rolex" (rolled egg and chapati) and other fast food items near Old Taxi Park and the Owino Market area frequently give back incorrect change, claiming the denomination handed over was smaller than it was. The scam relies on the crowded, busy environment making it hard to verify. Hand over exact change where possible, or use small denominations. State clearly what denomination you are handing over ("I am giving you 10,000 shillings") before the vendor takes the money. Count change immediately in front of the vendor.

Restaurant Scams in Kampala

Tourist Menu Price Inflation in Kabalagala

Rolex and Street Food Tampered Change

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