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View RestaurantBin Jabir Restaurant Matemwe
Discover Bin Jabir Restaurant Matemwe, Zanzibar. Enjoy a 4.7-star dining experience with fresh seafood and local flavors. Book your table today!
Seafood · Steakhouse & Grill•$$•4.7(212)•Zanzibar
About Bin Jabir Restaurant Matemwe
Nestled in Matemwe, this charming restaurant offers a delightful culinary escape with an impressive 4.7-star rating. Diners consistently praise the expertly prepared dishes, particularly highlighting the fresh seafood and perfectly cooked grilled octopus. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it a favorite for those seeking an authentic taste of Zanzibar. With a $$ price range, it provides excellent value for the quality of food and service. The restaurant is well-suited for groups and offers the convenience of reservations, ensuring a memorable dining experience by the coast.
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Restaurant Characteristics
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💰Price Range
Moderate
Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
🕐Meal Time
dinner
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
🎭Atmosphere
Outdoor
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
🍽️Dining Style
Flexible
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
✨Features & Amenities
Outdoor Seating
Beer
Wine
Coffee
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Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Why Travelers Love Bin Jabir
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4.7 / 5.0(212 reviews)
Delicious dinner at Bin Jabir. Food cooked to perfection, courteous service. We were the only diners which we've found to be the case in the smaller, local restaurants in the evening. Grilled octopus and cigarettes both to be recommended, served with rice, a medley of veg and a garlic butter sauce. When you climb the sand and then when you see the location you want to go back... but... after you get the food and taste it everything is delicious. Fresh seafood, cooked excellently. Not to be missed! I recommend 100% This place is fantastic. We arrived quite early about 4.30pm and were the only people. We ordered the grilled fish platter, prawn curry and grilled wolf fish. It took about half an hour to arrive because it’s all cooked fresh but it was so worth the wait- the food tasted amazing. The two guys working were friendly talked to us about how they cooked the curry as well. Highly recommended!
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Opening Hours
Open Now
Monday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Recent Reviews
Amy F.
October 26, 2025
Delicious dinner at Bin Jabir. Food cooked to perfection, courteous service. We were the only diners which we've found to be the case in the smaller, local restaurants in the evening. Grilled octopus and cigarettes both to be recommended, served with rice, a medley of veg and a garlic butter sauce.
DellEU
August 10, 2025
When you climb the sand and then when you see the location you want to go back... but... after you get the food and taste it everything is delicious. Fresh seafood, cooked excellently. Not to be missed! I recommend 100%
Andrew B.
July 1, 2025
This place is fantastic. We arrived quite early about 4.30pm and were the only people. We ordered the grilled fish platter, prawn curry and grilled wolf fish. It took about half an hour to arrive because it’s all cooked fresh but it was so worth the wait- the food tasted amazing. The two guys working were friendly talked to us about how they cooked the curry as well. Highly recommended!
Manying C.
March 1, 2022
Very fresh seafood. We had grilled octopus and local fish and bananas- they are so delicious and fresh! The special sauce for the seafood is also great and unique. Fair price. Love it a lot!
Dom W.
July 17, 2025
The restaurant had a great atmosphere. The chairs were a bit low, so the view of the sea wasn’t as good as it could have been. The food was very tasty, but the meat was a little tough.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Bin Jabir special
Outdoor Seating
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
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