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BaraBara Eat
Breakfast/Brunch
Multiple reviewers praised the exceptional, delicious, healthy, and plant-based breakfast and brunch options, highlighting them as a major highlight that they would return for.
Coffee with Cashew Milk
Mentioned as incredibly delicious and a real highlight, with one reviewer specifically calling it the best iced coffee on Zanzibar.
Pizza
Frequently recommended for being very good and amazing, with positive mentions both for dine-in and delivery.
Croissant Sandwich
Highly praised for its crispy, flaky layers packed with fresh veggies and flavorful fillings, reflecting thoughtful ingredient choices.
Hummus (including chocolate hummus topping)
Loved by reviewers for its amazing taste, including a unique waffle with chocolate hummus topping.
Desserts (Apple Pie, American Pancakes with Nutella and Bananas, Lava Cake)
Desserts were described as delicious and amazing, with several specific items mentioned and highly recommended.
Chai Infused Porridge
Noted as the most delicious by one reviewer, representing the expertly crafted and lovely food at the restaurant.
About BaraBara Eat
BaraBara Eat is a coffee shop, brunch restaurant, and hotel in Zanzibar, with a strong focus on breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner in Paje. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly and welcoming staff, the beach access, and the food, especially the vegetarian and healthy options, coffee, and desserts. The place is described as cozy, quiet, and romantic, with rooftop seating, outdoor seating, and a setup that works well for solo dining and laptop work. Guests also mention clean, comfortable rooms and a short walk to the beach.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Rooftop seating
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Organic dishes
- Prepared foods
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Amenities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free breakfast
- Free parking
- Air-conditioned
- Restaurant
- Kitchens in some rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Bar
- Smoke-free
Frequently asked questions
What is BaraBara Eat known for?
BaraBara Eat is best known for its breakfast and brunch, especially vegetarian and gluten-free-friendly dishes like vegetable masala on potato fritters, chickpea nuggets with dips, waffles with fruit, and hummus-based items. Reviewers also repeatedly highlight the coffee with cashew milk, the beachside location in Paje, and the warm, welcoming staff.
What dishes are most recommended at BaraBara Eat?
The most recommended items include the vegetable masala on potato fritters, chickpea nuggets and dips, waffles with fruit, banana smoothie, hummus, and the waffle with chocolate hummus topping. Reviewers also call out the lava cake and the coffee with cashew milk as standouts, with many saying the food is fresh, delicious, and satisfying even in smaller portions.
What is the atmosphere like at BaraBara Eat?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, casual, and romantic, with rooftop seating and outdoor seating that fit a relaxed meal or coffee break. It seems especially suited to solo diners, couples, groups, and people working on a laptop, since reviewers mention chilled vibes, a welcoming team, and a calm place near the beach in Paje.
Is BaraBara Eat good value, and what is the price range?
BaraBara Eat is listed at $51, and reviewers often describe it as affordable or great value for the quality, especially given the clean rooms, breakfast, and the food. Guests mention that portions can be on the smaller side, but they still leave satisfied and come back for the food and drinks.
Do you need to book ahead at BaraBara Eat?
Yes, reviews suggest booking ahead because it is often fully booked, especially for breakfast and brunch. Guests mention that making a reservation is easy with the host, and the place is popular enough that open spots can go quickly in Paje.
Is parking available at BaraBara Eat?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking is available.
Does BaraBara Eat have vegetarian options?
Yes, BaraBara Eat offers vegan options.
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