Fish Market Local Restaurant
Experience Zanzibar's top-rated 4.8-star seafood! Delicious, affordable, and right on the beach. Discover fresh catches and local flavors.
About Fish Market Local Restaurant
This beloved local eatery in Zanzibar offers an authentic taste of the island, boasting an impressive 4.8-star rating from over a thousand diners. The atmosphere is relaxed and inviting, with the gentle sound of the ocean providing a natural soundtrack. Guests frequently praise the exceptionally fresh seafood, with particular highlights including grilled octopus and lobster when available, all at surprisingly reasonable prices. While alcohol cannot be purchased on-site, diners are welcome to bring their own. The beachfront location makes it an ideal spot for enjoying memorable lunches and dinners with stunning ocean views. It's a place where delicious food and a prime setting come together for a truly special dining experience.
Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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Price Range (Budget-friendly)
Budget-friendly dining ($) - Affordable options for everyday dining
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, Dog Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Why Travelers Love Fish Market
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
Local gem! The food, service and the location are just great. We’ve been twice at this restaurant and would love to come back again. Alcohol not available to purchase, however you’re allowed to bring own alcohol. We’ve had delicious grilled octopus, lobster (you have to ask for availability) - the food was simply great! Also cost of it was surprisingly low! Highly recommended for lunches and dinners! Delicious food at reasonable prices. The restaurant is right on the beach, so you can enjoy your meal with your feet in the sand. The food is really good, we had grilled octopus, grilled chicken, a fresh mango avocado salad, and chicken pilau. Highly recommended if you want an authentic Zanzibar experience with great taste. The Fish Market on Nungwi Beach is always bustling with energy — full of locals, travelers, and the mouthwatering aroma of seafood grilling by the shore. The location is unbeatable, right on the sand with beautiful ocean views, especially at sunset. The food was good — fresh catch of the day cooked simply, letting the natural flavors shine. It’s not gourmet, but it’s tasty and satisfying. Service can be a little slow because it’s busy, but the lively atmosphere makes up for it.
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Recent Reviews
Maciek R.
October 11, 2025
Local gem! The food, service and the location are just great. We’ve been twice at this restaurant and would love to come back again. Alcohol not available to purchase, however you’re allowed to bring own alcohol. We’ve had delicious grilled octopus, lobster (you have to ask for availability) - the food was simply great! Also cost of it was surprisingly low! Highly recommended for lunches and dinners!
Isabell A.
July 6, 2025
Delicious food at reasonable prices. The restaurant is right on the beach, so you can enjoy your meal with your feet in the sand. The food is really good, we had grilled octopus, grilled chicken, a fresh mango avocado salad, and chicken pilau. Highly recommended if you want an authentic Zanzibar experience with great taste.
Fatema B.
August 12, 2025
The Fish Market on Nungwi Beach is always bustling with energy — full of locals, travelers, and the mouthwatering aroma of seafood grilling by the shore. The location is unbeatable, right on the sand with beautiful ocean views, especially at sunset. The food was good — fresh catch of the day cooked simply, letting the natural flavors shine. It’s not gourmet, but it’s tasty and satisfying. Service can be a little slow because it’s busy, but the lively atmosphere makes up for it.
Gianna Z.
June 25, 2025
We went for dinner and it was amazing. It’s right at the beach. We had prawns curry, grilled king fish which comes with fries, rice and salad and we also had a mango avocado salad. The next day we had prawn noodles and the burger - again amazing. Everything was so so good and it came really fast. The staff is super nice and prices are a lot cheaper than at most places on the island. Big recommendation!
Piotr K.
December 18, 2024
It was good and tasty food if compared to other restaurants with the same price range. The fish was well grilled, not overdone, the side salad had some vinaigrette added (in other places vegetables were unseasoned). The fresh juice was good, just the glass was rather small but the price was low as well.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Fish Market special
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Dog Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Parking
Accessibility
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