About
Forodhani Gardens is a waterfront park in Zanzibar, Tanzania, and in the evenings it becomes one of the island's best-known places to eat. Set along the sea, it draws locals and visitors alike to a night market of food stalls and a lively, sociable atmosphere.
What to eat
The market is known for its street food, and it is a good place to try local dishes in a relaxed setting. Among the things visitors come for are:
- Fresh seafood, prepared at the stalls and served straight from the grill
- Zanzibar pizza, a local favourite that differs from what many travellers expect
- A range of other local delicacies, offered from stall to stall
The evening atmosphere
Forodhani is at its most lively after dark, when the stalls open and the gardens fill with people. Wandering between the grills, comparing dishes and sitting down to eat in the open air is much of the appeal. It is a social place, and a good introduction to everyday food culture in Zanzibar.
Planning your visit
Because the market is an evening affair, plan to arrive after sunset. The gardens sit on the waterfront, so combining a meal here with a stroll along the shore fits naturally into a visit to Zanzibar Town, where the market is located.