Gabi Beach
An idyllic beachfront restaurant in Zanzibar, offering delicious seafood, grilled specialties, and a relaxed vibe with stunning ocean views.
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Gabi Beach
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An idyllic beachfront restaurant in Zanzibar, offering delicious seafood, grilled specialties, and a relaxed vibe with stunning ocean views.
Try the Catch of the Day
Opt for the catch of the day, especially tuna, for an exceptional seafood experience.
Golf Cart Access
Take a golf cart ride from the main building to easily reach Gabi Beach.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Seafood, Grill, International
Price
$$$
Address
29MC+FGV, Kiwengwa, Tanzania
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Idyllic Beachfront Dining
Relax on a pristine white sand beach overlooking the Indian Ocean, with soothing chill-out music and tantalizing aromas.
Exceptional Seafood and Grill
Savor delicious seafood dishes like fish curry and grilled octopus, alongside wood-fired pizzas and grilled meats.
Attentive and Friendly Staff
Experience staff who go above and beyond, offering prompt and friendly service, with special touches for celebrations.
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Try the Catch of the Day
Opt for the catch of the day, especially tuna, for an exceptional seafood experience.
Golf Cart Access
Take a golf cart ride from the main building to easily reach Gabi Beach.
Sunny Day Views
Visit on sunny days to enjoy breathtaking views of Zanzibar's white sand beaches.
Outdoor Dining Flies
Be prepared for flies when dining outdoors at Gabi Beach.
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Try the Catch of the Day
Opt for the catch of the day, especially tuna, for an exceptional seafood experience.
Golf Cart Access
Take a golf cart ride from the main building to easily reach Gabi Beach.
Sunny Day Views
Visit on sunny days to enjoy breathtaking views of Zanzibar's white sand beaches.
Outdoor Dining Flies
Be prepared for flies when dining outdoors at Gabi Beach.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Gabi Beach offers a stunning beachfront location with attentive service and a variety of delicious seafood and grilled options. While many praise the friendly staff and beautiful ambiance, some reviews mention issues with food quality and service during peak times or for non-hotel guests.
"Part of Melia resort, very very nice personel. Food was proper - my octopus could have been slightly more soft. Plus for the view and service!"
Agnieszka Kuśmierz
"Lovely beach to relax on. Hawkers on beach but not allowed to come to your seat as security guard always there. Can be annoying but they are very polite and friendly and if you say you're not interested they will leave. Does spoil it though if you're trying to have a peaceful walk on the beach and they keep coming up to you!"
Hebbie Jones
"It is a beach restaurant, and it is possible to get drinks by the beach but the food is only a sit-down option in the restaurant, which is completely logic because of the birds outside lurking the restaurant.
We sat here for lunch a couple of times and everything was great, they have very good meals for adults and kids, and the perfect strawberry sorbet.
The service is very fast, and everything that we ate was great, from Pizza, sandwiches, chicken nuggets for a little one, catch of the Day or just a nice burger, everything was high quality.
The view is stunning which is a big plus."
Adi Dagan
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Frequently Asked Questions
Gabi Beach is primarily for residents of the Melia Zanzibar resort. While some sources indicate it may be accessible to non-guests, it's best to confirm directly with the resort.
Reviewers highly recommend the catch of the day (especially tuna), grilled octopus (pweza), and the Swahili fish curry. Wood-fired pizzas and grilled meats are also popular.
Golf buggies are available from the main lobby to transport guests to Gabi Beach, typically running every 15-20 minutes.
For the best experience with breathtaking views of Zanzibar's white sand beaches, visit on sunny days.
Some guests have noted the presence of flies when dining outdoors. It's advisable to be prepared for this possibility.
Yes, you can get drinks by the beach, but food is primarily a sit-down option in the restaurant, likely due to hygiene concerns with birds.
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