2 Best Restaurants in Tanzania

The 5th

$$ | Stone Town Fodor's choice

Ascend up the winding staircase past the eclectic collection of artwork to a bright and sunny sundeck with an infinity pool overlooking downtown Stone Town. This is the spot for sunset cocktails, vibey DJ music, and delicious nibbles---the menu is a fusion of Indian, Mediterranean, and Swahili flavors like tuna and compressed watermelon and ponzu or pan seared octopus and chorizo with a chimichurri chased down with a spiced mango daiquiri. Don't come in your flip-flops and safari khakis as this place calls for more refreshingly cool attire.

213/14 Hurumzi St., Zanzibar, Zanzibar Urban/West, Tanzania
255-772-389--002
Known For
  • brunch on Saturday and Sunday
  • drinks come at a premium so splurge on something you really want
  • beautiful views over downtown Stone Town
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Reservations essential, 3% surcharge on credit cards

Mercury's

$ | Stone Town

This waterside hangout, named after Queen lead singer Freddie Mercury, who was born just a couple of blocks away, serves up the basics like pizzas and burgers in simple surroundings. The wooden terrace overlooking the ocean is ideal for sunset drinks or a pre-ferry drinks pit stop.

Mizingani Rd., Zanzibar, Zanzibar Urban/West, Tanzania
Known For
  • a coffee pit stop before or after the ferry if you're not in a rush
  • live bands on weekends
  • a place to have a beer with views