Here are some of the best seafood restaurants in Zanzibar, known for their fresh catch, stunning views, and unique flavors:

1. The Rock Restaurant (Michamvi)

Perched on a rock in the Indian Ocean, this iconic restaurant offers fresh seafood with a breathtaking view. Try their grilled lobster, octopus salad, or seafood pasta.

2. Emerson on Hurumzi Tea House (Stone Town)

A rooftop dining experience with Zanzibari spiced seafood dishes and live Taarab music. The seafood curry and coconut-infused prawns are must-tries.

3. Forodhani Gardens Night Market (Stone Town)

A vibrant evening market where you can try Zanzibar’s famous seafood skewers, lobster, prawns, and the iconic “Zanzibar Pizza.”

4. Lukmaan Restaurant (Stone Town)

A popular spot for authentic Swahili seafood dishes like grilled kingfish, octopus curry, and prawn biryani at budget-friendly prices.

5. Cape Town Fish Market (Nungwi)

A modern seafood restaurant serving fresh sushi, grilled fish, and seafood platters with a beachside ambiance.

6. The Beach House (Stone Town)

A stylish beachfront restaurant offering grilled calamari, seafood platters, and Zanzibar-inspired seafood pasta, perfect with a glass of wine.

7. Samaki Samaki (Nungwi)

A lively seafood spot with fresh seafood platters, sushi, and grilled prawns, often accompanied by live music.

8. Mzee Husa Chef (Paje)

A hidden gem known for its grilled seafood platters, coconut fish curry, and octopus skewers,