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ZanziBarista
Chicken Salad
Recommended multiple times for being delicious, fresh, and especially tasty in its crispy version; reviewers also praised the healthy, fresh ingredients.
Coffee
Repeatedly praised as very good, top tier, and even the reason some guests returned; several reviews singled it out as excellent.
Avocado Eggs Benedict
Recommended for being fresh, flavorful, and spot on, with reviewers specifically enjoying the avocado pairing.
Tuna Tartar
Called fantastic and great, with one reviewer noting it was offered on the house and impressed with its freshness and quality.
Paella Mix For 2
Strongly recommended as one of the best meals in Zanzibar, with especially praised octopus and rice.
Affogato
Highlighted as so good that one reviewer said they would return purely for it.
Mocha
Described as probably the best ever had, and it was good enough to bring a group back for breakfast twice.
Grilled Octopus
Highly recommended for being tender and well-seasoned with herbs and lime, and even called the best grilled octopus by one reviewer.
Shakshuka
Mentioned positively because the staff kindly made it after breakfast hours, and it was enjoyed in a relaxed beach setting.
About ZanziBarista
ZanziBarista is a restaurant, bar, coffee shop, coworking space, and yoga studio in Paje, Zanzibar. It serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, coffee, cocktails, beer, and wine, along with healthy, vegan, vegetarian, halal, and small-plate options. Reviewers consistently praise the beachfront setting, ocean views, and the relaxed atmosphere. They also frequently mention the friendly service, good coffee, and fresh dishes like shakshuka, tuna tartare, and tuna bowls.
Amenities & services
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Halal food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is ZanziBarista known for?
It is best known for its beachside setting in Paje and for dishes like shakshuka, tuna tartare, and tuna bowls served with ocean views. Reviewers repeatedly highlight the fresh seafood, especially tuna, along with the coffee and relaxed beachfront experience.
What dishes are most recommended at ZanziBarista?
Reviewers most often recommend the spicy tuna bowl, shakshuka, tuna tartare, avocado eggs Benedict, and mushroom toast. Other frequently praised items include the chicken salad, tuna steak with mango salad and avocado, and the seafood platter.
What is the atmosphere like at ZanziBarista?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, romantic, and trendy, with seating right by the beach in Paje. Reviewers say it works well for solo dining, groups, and families because it feels calm, relaxed, and welcoming with fast Wi-Fi and plenty of ocean views.
Is ZanziBarista good value, and what is the price range?
The price level is not listed in the data, but reviewers describe the food and drinks as worth returning for, especially the coffee, cocktails, and fresh seafood. Several comments emphasize good quality and generous freshness, which suggests value comes from the beachfront setting and well-prepared dishes rather than low prices.
When is the best time to visit ZanziBarista?
Lunch can get busy, and one review notes waiting over an hour for service around 1 pm, so earlier or off-peak visits may be better. The beach view is especially striking at high tide, and breakfast is a popular time for items like avocado eggs Benedict, mushroom toast, and mocha.
Is parking available at ZanziBarista?
Yes. Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does ZanziBarista have vegetarian options?
Yes, ZanziBarista offers vegan options.
Is the food at ZanziBarista halal?
Yes, ZanziBarista serves halal food.
Is ZanziBarista kid-friendly?
Yes, ZanziBarista is good for kids.
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