Kendwa, just south of Nungwi, is quieter and more resort-led, and its speciality is a barefoot seafood dinner as the sun drops into the sea. One of the better sunset tables on the coast, it suits couples and anyone happy to eat where they're staying rather than hunt for choice.
A beachfront bar and restaurant on Kendwa's sand, good for a sundowner and a plate of grilled seafood or local Swahili food after a day on the beach. Suits couples and groups who want drinks and food with a sea view. Menu and hours vary, so confirm on the day.
Expect seafood with a lighter, healthier lean and a laid-back setting for a drink or a slow meal, though the menu shifts, so check on the day.
The menu leans Indian and international, with dishes like kadai chicken and grilled plates plus a long drinks list, rather than local Swahili food. A decent sit-down pick off the sand; check current dishes and prices before you go.
The menu is not detailed here, so confirm the food, the prices and whether you need to book before you go.
A casual, budget spot on Kendwa beach with a local, no-frills feel, the sort of place for grilled seafood and simple Swahili plates rather than a big tourist menu. Good for a cheap, honest meal near the sand. Menus and prices change, so check when you go.
The Italian name points to Italian dishes alongside the usual local seafood, though menus vary, so check before you go.
The kitchen leans Italian, with wood-fired pizza and pasta alongside some fresh seafood, rather than a local Swahili plate. Details are thin, so check the current menu and prices when you visit.
Casual and easygoing, it suits anyone after grilled food near the beach without a big bill.
