Taarab Restaurant
Dine at a charming Zanzibar restaurant with a 4.1-star rating. Enjoy delicious food and great views. Discover your next favorite meal.
About Taarab Restaurant
This popular Zanzibar eatery offers a delightful dining experience, consistently earning a 4.1 out of 5 stars from its patrons. Set against a backdrop of stunning views, it's a place where guests can relax and savor a variety of dishes. The atmosphere is inviting, making it a suitable spot for groups. Diners appreciate the kind service and the opportunity to sample flavorful options, with some highlighting particular dishes as standouts. For those seeking a pleasant meal in Zanzibar, this establishment provides a memorable culinary stop.
Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Why Travelers Love Taarab Restaurant
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
I had a salad nicoise and the chickpea hummus; the hummus was delicious. There are very nice views from the rooftop and the waitress was very kind. Note, they charge a 5% service fee and it goes to the restaurant not to the waitress. The worst seafood restaurant experience in my entire life! I came here reading all these good review and literally this restaurant is a nightmare. I ordered crab soup and seafood platter, the most expensive plate on the menu, and drinks. Foods came out after 40 mins and it’s COLD and STALE. It’s left over from the day before. I can taste the staleness of the seafoods and decided to leave most uneaten. Its a crime to serve this. I almost felt disrespected that ppl can serve that to me. I left it uneaten after trying to swallow a few. Paid in full. Never go back. Do yourself a favor! DO NOT EAT HERE. And shame on you people who give this place 4-5 stars… its misleading to us all. Lovely last dinner in Stonetown. It was my parents birthdays and they made a special dessert on request to celebrate and it was perfect. The food is also very nicely seasoned!
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Recent Reviews
Heather S.
July 14, 2025
I had a salad nicoise and the chickpea hummus; the hummus was delicious. There are very nice views from the rooftop and the waitress was very kind. Note, they charge a 5% service fee and it goes to the restaurant not to the waitress.
An N.
August 26, 2025
The worst seafood restaurant experience in my entire life! I came here reading all these good review and literally this restaurant is a nightmare. I ordered crab soup and seafood platter, the most expensive plate on the menu, and drinks. Foods came out after 40 mins and it’s COLD and STALE. It’s left over from the day before. I can taste the staleness of the seafoods and decided to leave most uneaten. Its a crime to serve this. I almost felt disrespected that ppl can serve that to me. I left it uneaten after trying to swallow a few. Paid in full. Never go back. Do yourself a favor! DO NOT EAT HERE. And shame on you people who give this place 4-5 stars… its misleading to us all.
Tasmin W.
October 28, 2025
Lovely last dinner in Stonetown. It was my parents birthdays and they made a special dessert on request to celebrate and it was perfect. The food is also very nicely seasoned!
Maria D.
September 5, 2024
We had the famous coconut crab soup, it's delicious! The restaurant has a beautiful view and the waiters are very professional. The restaurant is located on the rooftop of a nice hotel, you can get there by a lift.
Michael O.
July 30, 2023
Beautiful atmosphere and good (albeit a bit slow) service. The starters—seafood salad and coconut and crab soup were excellent—but were let down by the blasé grilled fish and prawn biryani. The mains were boring and not very tasty.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Taarab Restaurant special
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Accessibility
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