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Top Restaurants in Zanzibar

Explore curated restaurants across global travel destinations on Destinations.ai. This directory index focuses on Dining establishments covering local culinary specialties, chef-driven kitchens, and everyday eateries. Each profile delivers verified operational information, address coordinates, expected price levels, and practical visitor tips to help travelers navigate the area efficiently. Whether you are building a full-day neighborhood itinerary or looking for a trusted local spot near your hotel, our guides filter out unverified listings so you can plan with reliable, fact-checked details.

16 Listed places
4.6 average across 16 rated listings
Paje • Jambiani • New Mkunazini Rd
Budget dining ($); no admission, with current item-by-item prices not published online – Midrange à la carte dining; contact the restaurant for current food and drink prices.
Popular Neighborhoods:
Paje Jambiani New Mkunazini Rd Nungwi Waterfront Shangani St

6 Degrees South

Waterfront Shangani St
Famous for: Waterfront Stone Town dining, signature sundowner cocktails and a rooftop bar overlooking Shangani Waterfront.

6 Degrees South on Shangani Waterfront pairs Zanzibar island flavors with rooftop sundowner cocktails, daily happy hour and Stone Town views.

Foodies Couples Solo Travelers

Badolina Secret Garden Restaurant

Famous for: Relaxed garden dining at Badolina Bungalows, close to Nungwi Beach on Zanzibar’s northern coast.

Plan a relaxed meal at Badolina Secret Garden Restaurant in Nungwi, with garden dining near the beach, daily hours, menu links, and…

Couples seeking garden dining Beachgoing families Independent Zanzibar travelers

Da Luigi Ristorante – Pizzeria

Benjamin Mkapa Rd
Famous for: Italian pizza, pasta, vegan-friendly choices and convenient delivery in Stone Town.

Stone Town’s Da Luigi pairs Italian pizza and pasta with vegan options, delivery and late lunch-to-dinner service on Benjamin Mkapa Road.

Foodies Couples Families with Kids

Delight Zanzibar

Paje
Famous for: Mid-range village dining in Paje, with daily lunch and dinner hours near Zanzibar’s southeast coast.

Plan a meal at Delight Zanzibar in Paje: daily noon–10pm opening, mid-range dining, direct contact details, and practical beach-day travel tips.

Beach-day diners Couples Independent travelers

Fadhil Restaurant

Jambiani
Famous for: Casual Tanzanian cooking and flexible waterfront dining in Zanzibar’s laid-back Jambiani village.

Fadhil Restaurant in Jambiani offers casual Tanzanian cooking, waterfront dining and 24-hour service near Zanzibar’s seaweed-farming beach.

Foodies Couples Beach travelers

Hello Capitano Zanzibar

Paje
Famous for: Ocean-facing café dining on Paje Beach, with freshly roasted coffee, all-day breakfasts, and fresh seafood plates.

Visit Hello Capitano Zanzibar on Paje Beach for freshly roasted coffee, all-day breakfasts, seafood plates, and relaxed dining beside the Indian Ocean.

Beachgoing couples Coffee enthusiasts Seafood lovers

La Capannina Zanzibar

Kiwengwa
Famous for: Authentic Italian cuisine served in Kairo Village on Zanzibar’s northeast Kiwengwa coast.

Italian dining in Kairo Village, Kiwengwa, with breakfast-lunch and evening service Tuesday through Sunday on Zanzibar’s northeast coast.

Foodies Couples Beach resort guests

LOST SOLES Bar – Garden Beach Bungalows, Zanzibar

Jambiani
Famous for: Beachfront dining in Jambiani with Indian Ocean views, cocktails, seafood, burgers, and a South African restaurant identity.

Visit LOST SOLES Bar at Garden Beach Bungalows in Jambiani for ocean views, seafood, burgers and cocktails, with hours and practical arrival…

Beachgoing couples Seafood diners Families seeking familiar dishes

Lukmaan Restaurant

New Mkunazini Rd
Famous for: Generous budget Swahili meals, fresh seafood and curries beside Stone Town’s Mkunazini Baobab Tree.

Lukmaan Restaurant near Stone Town’s Mkunazini Baobab Tree serves generous Swahili curries, rice plates, grilled meat and fresh seafood daily.

Foodies Families with Kids Solo Travelers

Mama Mia

Nungwi
Famous for: Beachfront Italian dining in Nungwi with wood-fired pizza, local seafood, artisanal gelato, and sunset cocktails.

Visit Mama Mia on Zanzibar’s Nungwi Beach for wood-fired pizza, local seafood, artisanal gelato, and sunset cocktails, with daily kitchen hours.

Italian-food enthusiasts Sunset-seeking couples Families with children

Passion & Thyme

Near school Nungwi TZ
Famous for: Gourmet coastal cooking and deli-style provisions in Nungwi’s village center.

Passion & Thyme is Nungwi’s all-day gourmet restaurant and cold-cut store, open daily near the village school from 9am to 9pm.

Foodies Couples Self-catering travelers

Passion Boutique Hotel Zanzibar – Adults Only

Kigibija
Famous for: An intimate eight-room adults-only beachfront retreat with handmade interiors on Zanzibar’s southeastern Jambiani coast.

Explore Passion Boutique Hotel in Jambiani: eight adults-only rooms, handmade interiors, beachfront walks, and practical Zanzibar booking advice.

Couples seeking quiet Honeymooners Independent beach travelers

Secret Garden

Famous for: Atmospheric courtyard dining among climbing greenery and historic masonry at Emerson Spice in Stone Town.

Dine in Secret Garden’s leafy historic courtyard at Emerson Spice in Zanzibar’s Stone Town, with daily lunch and dinner near Darajani Market.

Heritage hotel enthusiasts Couples seeking courtyard dinners Stone Town walkers

The Mora Zanzibar

Matemwe
Famous for: Luxury all-inclusive beach stays on Muyuni Beach, with contemporary suites, varied dining, and access to offshore reef excursions.

Plan a stay at The Mora Zanzibar on Muyuni Beach, with 250 suites, four dining venues, spa facilities, and boat trips toward…

Beach-focused couples Families with children Spa travelers

The Rock Restaurant Zanzibar

Michamvi
Famous for: Tidal rock-top dining that combines Zanzibari seafood, Italian cooking, and uninterrupted Indian Ocean views.

The Rock Restaurant Zanzibar pairs Zanzibari seafood and Italian cooking on a tidal coral outcrop off Pingwe Beach in Michamvi. Reservations advised.

Couples Foodies Special-occasion diners

TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

Pwani Mchangani 0000
Famous for: Swahili-inspired beachfront accommodation, varied specialty dining and resort activities on Zanzibar’s tidal northeastern coast.

Plan a stay at TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar, with Swahili-inspired rooms, specialty dining, pools and practical advice for its tidal Pwani Mchangani…

Beach-loving couples Resort-focused families Spa travelers
Planning guide

The Insider's Guide to Restaurants in Zanzibar

Zanzibar’s verified restaurant directory is compact but notably strong: 16 venues average 4.6/5, with leading listings reaching 4.8 and 4.9. The scene is distributed across beach-oriented Paje, Jambiani and Nungwi, alongside New Mkunazini Rd and Waterfront Shangani St, giving visitors a useful spread between coastal dining stops and town-based addresses. Jambiani stands out in the recorded selection through Fadhil Restaurant and the adults-only Passion Boutique Hotel Zanzibar, while Paje’s Hello Capitano Zanzibar is geared to coffee, seafood and beachgoing travelers. Nungwi adds Passion & Thyme, and Kiwengwa’s La Capannina Zanzibar brings an Italian-focused option to the wider island mix. Recorded listings span budget dining through midrange à la carte meals, with several higher-priced hotel dining settings also represented. With a walkability score of 70/100, pairing nearby dining stops can be practical; the 60/100 safety index still makes route and return-transport planning worth considering, especially after dinner.

The Zanzibar Restaurants Scene

Use these notes to plan your visits to restaurants in Zanzibar, and confirm current details with each venue.

Key Neighborhoods & Quarters

  • Paje: Hello Capitano Zanzibar is a recorded 4.8-rated option for coffee enthusiasts, seafood lovers and beachgoing travelers.
  • Jambiani: Recorded listings include Fadhil Restaurant and Passion Boutique Hotel Zanzibar, both rated 4.8 or above.
  • Nungwi: Passion & Thyme is a 4.8-rated recorded choice suited to foodies, couples and self-catering travelers.
  • Waterfront Shangani St: Use this recorded dining area as a town-based stop and confirm the individual venue’s current menu and hours directly.
  • New Mkunazini Rd: Check exact address details and transport before setting out, as current item-by-item prices are not published online.

Essential Tips for Travelers

Practical advice on etiquette, timing, and savings for restaurants in Zanzibar.

Confirm Current Prices

Budget and midrange price contexts are recorded, but contact each restaurant for current food and drink prices.

Check Hours Directly

Verify seasonal opening times and reservation availability with the venue before travel.

Plan the Return

Pair nearby stops where practical, and arrange your return transport in advance for later meals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Essential planning questions answered for exploring restaurants in Zanzibar.

How many verified restaurant venues are listed in Zanzibar?

The directory records 16 verified venues, with an average rating of 4.6/5.

Which areas have recorded restaurant listings?

Key recorded neighborhoods are Paje, Jambiani, New Mkunazini Rd, Nungwi and Waterfront Shangani St.

What price level should diners expect?

Recorded context ranges from budget dining to midrange à la carte dining, with some representative listings marked $$ through $$$$.

Are current menu prices available online?

Current item-by-item food and drink prices are not published online; contact the restaurant directly.

When should I make a reservation or confirm a table?

Confirm availability directly with the venue, particularly for highly rated listings and dinner plans.