The Ilha do Cabo peninsula has Luanda’s most concentrated bar and restaurant scene, strung along the waterfront with views across the bay to the city. Café Del Mar on the Ilha is a reliable sunset spot for a caipirinha. Teatro Elinga, in the lower city, doubles as a cultural venue with live music, jazz, and art events alongside the bar. Tambarino on Rua Cabral has a strong wine list and Portuguese-leaning food. Weekends on the Ilha get busy with a mixed crowd of locals, expats, and NGO workers.