Jambiani is a beautiful beach village located on the south east coast of Unguja Island, Zanzibar. One of the best beaches of Zanzibar, it is known for its stunning beach and calm atmosphere on the beach. But, it is not just a place to enjoy the beach, it is also home to some of the best restaurants on the island.
Here are some of the best restaurants in Jambiani beach Zanzibar.
Lost Soles Restaurant
Lost Soles is one among the best restaurants located in Jambiani. The restaurant is positively reviewed by the customers on TripAdvisor and Google. The Lost Soles restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere and a beautiful beachfront location which is ideal to visit with your loved one. It serves a variety of dishes, including seafood, Meat, pizzas, and a variety of drinks.
Bahari Pizza Restaurant
Bahari Pizza Restaurant is another popular beachfront restaurant in Jambiani. The restaurant has a relaxed and laid-back atmosphere offering beautiful views of the ocean (Bahari). Bahari Pizza Restaurant is known for its delicious pizzas and other international cuisines. The restaurant also serves a variety of other dishes, including seafood, meat, pasta, and salads.
Fadhil Restaurant
This local restaurant serves a variety of dishes, including local Zanzibari cuisine, such as grilled seafood, curries, Mandazi and chapati. If you are looking to enjoy the flavorful and authentic taste of the local foods, here is a place you can visit. It’s a local restaurant, but Vegetarian and vegan options are also available using the local ingredients from the Market.
Peter Pan Italian Restaurant
This is the best Italian restaurant located in Jambiani beach. It serves a variety of Italian dishes, including pizza, pasta, and seafood, which most travelers have praised for their authentic taste and quality ingredients. For vegans, Vegetarian and vegan options are also available. The restaurant is situated in the small hotel in Jambiani called Peter Pan Beach Lodge.
Lustania
The local restaurant which offers its delicacies at reasonable prices. This is the place to visit if you are traveling on budget. It serves a variety of dishes, including local Zanzibari cuisine, such as grilled seafood, curries, and rice dishes like Pilau and Biryani. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available upon request.
Blue Reef Restaurant
This is another best restaurant situated in Blue Reef Sport & Fishing Lodge. The lodge offers rooms, water activities like snorkeling and also a restaurant worth a try for the guests who stay here or travelers who may stay near the lodge. The restaurant depends on seafood from the local Jambiani fishermen.
Blue Oyster Restaurant
The Blue Oyster Hotel in Jambiani offers one among the famous restaurants you can try during your Holiday time in Zanzibar. The restaurant serves a variety of seafood dishes, as well as other types of cuisine such as Indian and Italian. Most tourists who stayed here recommended dishes including the grilled lobster, Zanzibar seafood platter, and prawn curry.
Nur Beach Restaurant
It is situated in Nur Beach Hotel, you can book your stay to try their meal or just you can walk in from the beach to order your lunch. The Nur Beach Restaurant specializes in seafood and offers a variety of dishes made with freshly caught fish, prawns, and lobster by the local villagers. Restaurant’s menu also includes vegetarian and gluten-free options.
Fun Beach Restaurant
Fun Beach Resort in Jambiani Kibigija also offer Best restaurant you can try. The restaurant offers a variety of seafood dishes, including fresh fish, Squids and prawns, as well as vegetarian options. The restaurant’s menu also includes a selection of pizzas and other international dishes like Spanish seafood Paella. You can visit here with your family, friends or partner.
FAQ about restaurants in Jambiani
What types of cuisine can I order in Jambiani restaurants?
Restaurants in Jambiani offer a variety of cuisines, including seafood, African, Indian, Italian, and local Zanzibar foods.
Are there vegetarian restaurants in Jambiani Beach?
Yes, if you are vegan in Jambiani beach, we recommend you try a restaurant which is inside the Hotel like Fun Beach Restaurant.
What is the average cost of a meal in Jambiani Beach?
The cost of a meal in restaurants in Jambiani is relatively cheaper compared to other beaches. Around $10 – $70.
Do I need to make reservations before visiting restaurants in Jambiani?
There is no need to make a reservation, Jambiani beach has a lot of Restaurants, so there is competition.
What are some of the must-try dishes in Jambiani?
Some of the must-try dishes in Jambiani Beach and Zanzibar as a whole are seafood platters, grilled lobster, and coconut curries. If you are a food lover, book our snorkeling tour which includes Seafoods lunch.
Do restaurants in Jambiani accept credit cards?
It’s a good idea to carry cash when visiting Zanzibar. Because there are many places that don’t accept cards.
Check our guide For Travelers about Currency in Zanzibar.
