Upendo House - Stone Town
4.3(364 reviews)
Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region
Stylish, Intimate, Peaceful
Keep exploring with TravelPal
Enter your email to sign up or log in.
Sign up and get $5 free credit
or
Lukmaan Swahili Restaurant is a cornerstone of the Zanzibar dining scene, located in the historic Stone Town. This bustling cafeteria-style eatery is famous for its vast selection of local dishes, including coconut-based curries, grilled seafood, and traditional snacks like kachuri and katles. Guests can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere where the service is fast and the staff is exceptionally welcoming. Beyond the savory mains, the restaurant is a go-to spot for freshly squeezed tropical juices and aromatic spiced coffee. It’s a perfect place for travelers wanting to dive into genuine Zanzibari flavors without breaking the bank, offering a clean and friendly environment for any meal of the day.
Lukmaan Swahili Restaurant is highly regarded for its authentic and affordable local cuisine in Stone Town. Reviewers frequently praise the wide variety of dishes, specifically mentioning the coconut calamari curry, cassava leaves, and fresh seafood. The service is noted for being remarkably quick, even during busy peak hours, and the staff is often described as warm and welcoming. Many guests enjoy the fresh fruit smoothies and traditional spiced coffee, though some suggest the juices could benefit from more ice. While the rice portions are generous, a few diners noted that specific seafood items like jumbo prawns can be small for the price. Overall, it is considered a must-visit for anyone seeking a clean, friendly, and genuine Zanzibari dining experience.
No
Moderate
Halal Friendly, Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Casual Drinks, Groups, Solo, Family, Locals, Tourists
