Zanzibar Beach & Restaurant

Stone-oven pizzas, rotisserie chicken, and beachside beats on Jan Thiel Beach.

International · Pizza · Caribbean$$ – $$$4.3(3,818)Curaçao

Order a thin-crust pizza from the wood-fired oven, share a rotisserie chicken platter, or linger over seafood while watching the surf. The venue balances casual service with a full event calendar, drawing locals and visitors who want food, drinks, and entertainment in one place.

Zanzibar Beach & Restaurant anchors Jan Thiel Beach with a lively mix of dining and entertainment. The venue opens early for breakfast on the sand and keeps the energy going with DJs, live bands, and sunset happy hours.

The kitchen mixes international comfort dishes with Caribbean flair, offering everything from wood-fired pizzas to seafood, salads, and hearty meat platters.

Weekly events like Unplugged Beach Sessions and Shaky Sunday draw a loyal crowd—making Zanzibar as much a social hub as it is a restaurant.

About Zanzibar Beach & Restaurant

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Restaurant Characteristics

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💰Price Range
Upscale
🕐Meal Time
dinner
👥Group Size
Flexible
🎭Atmosphere
Casual
🍽️Dining Style
Casual

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Why Travelers Love Zanzibar Beach

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4.3 / 5.0(3,818 reviews)

Guests love the laid-back beach setting, live music, and cocktails at Zanzibar. Food feedback ranges from rave reviews for pizzas and platters to mixed opinions on value during peak hours. Service can be lively and busy, but the overall beach club atmosphere keeps crowds coming back.

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Where to Find Them

Kaya Damasco, Jan Thiel, Curaçao

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Opening Hours

Closed Now
Daily8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Daily5:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Menu Highlights You Shouldn’t Miss

From smoked meats to island-inspired desserts, here’s what diners rave about at this restaurant in Curaçao.

Wood-Fired Pizzas

  • Margherita with tomato, mozzarella, and fresh basil
  • Antilliana with ham and island herbs
  • Hawaii topped with mozzarella, ham, and pineapple

Beach Classics

  • Rotisserie free-range chicken with coconut peanut sauce
  • Grilled tuna with green asparagus and roasted sweet potato
  • Corvina fillet with pappardelle, pesto, and garden herbs

Starters & Bites

  • Carpaccio with arugula, sunflower seeds, and truffle mayo
  • Spicy garlic prawns with toasted bread
  • Arancini with mushrooms, truffle, and tomato salsa

Beach-Friendly Practices

Heading to Jan Thiel? Protect the lagoon with reef-safe sunscreen and reusable bottles so the beach stays vibrant.

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Helpful Tips Before You Go

Best For

Beach days that turn into happy hour, group outings, and live music nights.

Good to Know

Weekends and event nights fill quickly—arrive early or book a table. Bring cashless payment for quick bar service.

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