One of the great joys of staying in Dar es Salaam is being in a city where fresh seafood is never far away. Sitting along the Swahili coast, Dar has a deep connection with the Indian Ocean, and that shows up beautifully on menus across the city.
One of the great joys of staying in Dar es Salaam is being in a city where fresh seafood is never far away. Sitting along the Swahili coast, Dar has a deep connection with the Indian Ocean, and that shows up beautifully on menus across the city. Whether you're staying at the Amariah Boutique hotel or our apartments in Mikocheni, Mbezi Beach, or Bahari Beach complex, here are some of the best seafood spots within easy reach of your Amariah base.
Before you venture out into the city, know that you don't have to go far for exceptional seafood. Right here at The Amariah Hotel, our vibrant Sembeti Restaurant serves a carefully curated selection of seafood dishes that bring the very best of the Swahili coast to your table. Fresh ingredients, warm service, and the relaxed elegance of our garden setting make Sembeti a dining experience worth savouring on its own. It's the perfect way to start or end a day in Dar.
This is a popular chain restaurant that translates to “fish” paying homage to the traditions of fishermen with its fish menu full of puns and names of famous people. If you're staying at The Amariah Hotel or Mikocheni apartments, Samaki Samaki should be the most convenient spot to pay a visit. It's the kind of place that feels local without being hard to navigate as a visitor. Order any fish of your choice in bruce lee style and thank us later.
A little further out but worth the trip, Dar Fish Market is a sleek, modern, and offers a varied menu that blends local and international flavours. Their sushi and sashimi selection is popular, and the seafood paellahas earned a loyal following among regular diners. A reliable choice when you want something a bit different.
Located within the vibrant Slipway complex, The Waterfront offers diners a picturesque view of the Indian Ocean, making it an ideal spot to enjoy Dar's spectacular sunsets while feasting on expertly prepared seafood. Their grilled prawns and calamari are crowd favourites, and the Swahili Fish Curry is well worth trying for anyone wanting to explore local flavour.
Dar's seafood scene is best enjoyed fresh and unhurried. Most of these restaurants source their catches daily, so you're always getting the best the Indian Ocean has to offer. If you'd like recommendations tailored to your stay or need help with transport to any of these spots, our front desk team is always happy to help.
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