18 Unguja restaurants rated for coeliac, vegan, halal, kosher, and major allergens. Every tier backed by cited sources.
Vegan options are clearly labeled on the menu, and reviewers confirm that vegan items are well marked. The restaurant also serves meat, so cross-contamination is possible in the shared kitchen. Confirmation from staff that a specific dish is prepared separately is available if needed.
Four dishes are marked with a 'V' on the menu, indicating vegan options, and the venue is tagged as vegan-friendly on HappyCow. The kitchen makes sauces and bread in-house but no dedicated prep or staff allergen training is mentioned. Confirm with staff when ordering.
Has some gluten-free options (dessert, salad) but no dedicated menu or kitchen, and cross-contamination risk is unconfirmed. Staff are reportedly helpful and can accommodate GF requests, but the facility is not dedicated gluten-free and may not be safe for coeliac diners. Call ahead to discuss precautions.
Limited information: we researched The wishing tree across 9 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.
Limited information: we researched The Rock Restaurant Zanzibar across 10 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.
The restaurant's website describes the menu as halal-friendly, but no details about certification, dedicated preparation areas, or kitchen practices are provided. It is best to call ahead and confirm halal compliance before visiting.
Limited information: we researched Harbour Indian Kitchen by Chili & Lime across 10 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.
Limited information: we researched Archipelago Waterfront Cafe Zanzibar across 11 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.
Limited information: we researched Abdi's Place - Best Restaurant in Zanzibar across 10 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.
The venue's Facebook page describes it as serving 'the best plant based meals' in the area, suggesting vegan-friendly options, but no menu, kitchen practices, or cross-contamination protocols are detailed. Call ahead to confirm specific vegan needs and kitchen capabilities.
Limited information: we researched al Casbah across 7 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.
Limited information: we researched THE GARTEN across 9 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.
Limited information: we researched Hello Capitano Zanzibar across 10 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.
Multiple sources mention vegetarian options. A guest review on the venue's site calls them surprisingly good. No information is available about separate preparation areas or how cross-contact is managed. Contact staff to discuss specific needs.
stockLimited information: we researched Pompetti Restaurant of Zanzibar across 9 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.
Limited information: we researched Swahili Food Organic Restaurant across 11 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.
Limited information: we researched LOST SOLES Bar and Lodge, Zanzibar across 10 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.
Limited information: we researched Pizza Gourmet by Makofi Zanzibar across 6 sources but found nothing specific about its Coeliac · Gluten-free options or how the kitchen manages cross-contamination. Treat this as a starting point and call ahead to confirm before relying on it.
