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Karambezi Cafe

Sea Cliff Hotel | Toure Drive, Msasani Peninsula, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
0764 700 607
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Ranked #10 of 113 restaurants in Dar es Salaam
Cuisines: Café
Good for: Large groups
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Late Night
Restaurant details
Good for: Large groups
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Late Night
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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

Fantastic seaview. Slightly overpriced and a bit overcrowded. They've recently completed renovations, so more seating places are avaiable, but it doesn't solve a problem. You can never go wrong with line fish, but octopus is not impressive. Tempura shrimps are nice. Good place for team building initiatives though -)

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Ruislip, United Kingdom
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177 reviews 177 reviews
133 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 45 cities Reviews in 45 cities
71 helpful votes 71 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2013

I wanted to go somewhere special for my first meal in Tanzania, and was recommended the Karambezi Cafe in the Seacliff Hotel and Resort. Firstly, the views are amazing. The hotel sits atop the land ending at the cliff faces, falling into the blue waters! The views were magnificent, although sometimes spoilt by the passing transportation ships from the port.... More

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MarkusKC, Owner at Karambezi Cafe, responded to this review
April 22, 2013

Thank you for the helpful review!!!- As we strive to please each and every guest, whether they order a bottle of water or a full meal like yourself; consistent feedback is always helpful in improving our standards. Apologies for the cargo ships on the horizon thought, we actually appreciate them as they are a constant reminder of the growing economy... More

Johannesburg, South Africa
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23 reviews 23 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

This restaurant offers great selection of quality food, and a fantastic view of the ocean. The "IN" place in the evening for drinks and dinner. Chilli Crab was fantastic

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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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13 reviews 13 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2013

This place has a great view and the manager really looks after his staff! It's the perfect venue for a birthday, since the staff make quite a show of delivering the birthday cake...in my experience the food is either fantastic or very average. The pastas tend to need the most work...steer clear of them and you should enjoy your meal

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Europe
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80 reviews 80 reviews
33 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2013

Karambezi has undergone a facelift since I last visited and it looks great. The food and service is still excellent and of course the sea view hasn't changed. It is a great place to visit in the afternoon for a snack and a cool drink or for dinner in the evening. It is also a great place for a large... More

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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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15 reviews 15 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 8, 2013

They are under construction but they forgot to take care of people who are after drinks ONLY. The atmosphere is ok just that you feel unwanted if you came for the drinks. And who in the world charges for bar crisps, nuts etc .... you can do better. The former Karambezi was excellent. I still believe in you

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Mwanza, Mwanza, Tanzania
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8 reviews 8 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 7, 2013

Excellent and consistent service! Food is consistently excellent and waiters are always friendly and attentive!

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Western Cape
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10 reviews 10 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 3, 2013

This is our favourite restaurant in Dar es Salaam. Situated at the edge of a cliff. directly above the Indian ocean there cannot be a better setting anywhere in the world. - The service is also the best on offer in Dar es Salaam. - There is also, consistency in food and service quality. My FAVOURITE dish is the sweet... More

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MarkusKC, Owner at Karambezi Cafe, responded to this review
March 8, 2013

Thank you for the excellent review. Words like these encourages our team to do even better. Please be so kind as to introduce yourself to myself or one of our management crew on your next visit. More

Dar Es Salaam
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 27, 2013

A great setting overlooking the Indian Ocean. If you get it right on a night that the full moon rises over the water - WOW!

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Karachi, Pakistan
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97 reviews 97 reviews
49 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 26, 2013

This is not my first visit to Karambezi and It is the consistency of good food, excellent service and a wonderful view of the ocean that brings me back. Sunday brunch is a specialty for Karambezi and their buffet, while not out-of-the-ordinary, is solid fare. Fresh juices and breads certainly help the regular fruit and cheese plates. The one selling... More

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