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Lukmaan Swahili Restaurant is located near the iconic Baobab tree on New Mkunazini Road in Zanzibar. It offers a menu rooted in Swahili culinary traditions, featuring a rich variety of seafood and local dishes. Signature items include whole fish grilled to perfection, octopus curry, chicken biryani, and chapati. The restaurant also serves unique local beverages such as mango and passion fruit juices alongside creative options like the Tende Shake and ZNZ pizza. Diners can enjoy a blend of spice and fresh flavors, with options ranging from fish and chicken curries to chicken shawarma and avocado salad. The atmosphere reflects the energetic local vibe, characterized by friendly staff who guide guests through the menu and the ordering process. The setting inside the Baobab tree adds to the distinctive dining experience. Lukmaan Swahili Restaurant is recognized for its authentic approach to Swahili cuisine, making it a notable stop for those exploring the culinary landscape of Zanzibar.
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Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Rooftop seating
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Reviews for Lukmaan Restaurant
Review highlights
Based on 5,115 reviewsLukmaan Swahili Restaurant is consistently praised for its authentic and diverse Swahili cuisine, featuring standout dishes such as beef curry, seafood, and various local specialties. Reviewers highlight the quality and freshness of the food, appreciating the balance between spiced and milder options. The service receives frequent commendation for being friendly, patient, and helpful, enhancing the overall dining experience. The restaurant's lively yet welcoming atmosphere, often described as vibrant and bustling, adds to its appeal, with many guests recommending seating upstairs for a memorable setting. Its location near notable landmarks adds convenience and charm. Lukmaan is noted as a favored spot not only by tourists but locals as well, underscoring its authenticity and cultural significance. The availability of local beverages and affordable light options also contributes to its popularity, making it a well-rounded destination for both quick bites and full meals.
Absolutely phenomenal food, with a great variety and range, lovely staff and a fun hectic atmosphereThe beef curry and the tuna are a must try.You know it’s good when the locals eat here too
Delicious! I absolutely love the food here. They offer a wide variety of dishes, including seafood, beef, chicken, and pork, along with different side options that can be either spiced or plain. The service is also fantastic! The spice mango sauce is mandatory to try it You will find inside the Baobab tree from the Little Prince
Absolutely a MUST for anyone wanting to try something more local. Ordering in itself is an amazing experience, a waiter will explain all food on display and will wait patiently for your order to be taken in person. The food is great. Atmosphere wow. Local juices - do it! Sit definitely upstairs!!! We went there most afternoons just for a fruit platter and chapati, very cheap. Evenings for big meals, also inexpensive and very delicious. Many locals and tourists mix here. Definitely recommendable.
The place were recommended by our guide, we loved the local food super yoummy and tasty.The place is very nice with great staff helps and guide you with great smile so friendly and lovely peopleWe had seafood mix dishes was superb, fresh and taste is sooo amazing definitely recommended and will be back there in our next visit
Great food. Great service. Nice walk from the Old Fort area. Thanks for making us feel at home Khadija.
Amazing local restaurant in Stone town. We were brought by our local guide from there and we ate so good! Grilled fish or Indian currys, vegetarian or with fish and seafood. The taste was really authentic. Also the smoothies very fresh and good prices. Nice atmosphere on the square. Highly reccomended!
The food was delicious and the service was great. The servers were very friendly and helpful, especially Khadija.The prices were good. For a the coconut fish, rice, rice bread, and a soda, it was 16500 or 6.60 the portions were filling and everything was made well.The seating area was nicely decorated, and there were ceiling fans that were cooling.Will definitely come again.
The place has friendly waiters, amazing services and prompt response. The food is on point and clean. The environment is well kept, barely seeing any untidy tables.Khadija really made me feel welcomed. She would always confirm if services offered meet my needs. This is so remarkable. I would recommend anyone to try this restaurant as the prices are also favourable.
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Opening hours
- Monday 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Tuesday 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Wednesday (Today) 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Thursday 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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