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Overall Total Score
4.4 out of 5
Impressive | 2079 reviews

What User doesn't like about Cafe Zanzibar:
what a disappointment this place is! ordered the eier benny, who arrived with hardly one of their tasteless hollandaise, maybe 2 teaspoons on one of the eggs and I think there were 1 teaspoon on the other egg, but this tiny amount slipped off directly, see the photo, I wish to take a photo when it arrived. muffin was so hard on the floor, it was difficult to cut. there were a couple of kartoffels with it, but all in... View all feedback. What User likes about Cafe Zanzibar:
We took some friends to eat last night, who weren't in the night. the service was incredible and eating so fresh and beautiful served in large plates. beautiful large wine glasses (important) and the tamponade and the brot was such a nice tasty bite while we waited. hard working waiter and a cool atmosphere. you have to try. View all feedback.

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3.4 ★ from 10 reviews

We took some friends to eat last night, who weren't in the night. the service was incredible and eating so fresh and beautiful served in large plates. beautiful...

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What a disappointment this place is! ordered the eier benny, who arrived with hardly one of their tasteless hollandaise, maybe 2 teaspoons on one of the eggs an...

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Maxine was so helpful with my gluten-free options. best vegetarian burger I've ever had. salates are soou good. I love the ambiente. can't wait to go back

Everything on the dinner menu is fantastic, and the value is very easy five stars. scallops, salmon, and delicate alloy all excellent. imo, the mushroom dish is...

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Pros- nice locationCute place. Rustic charm.Great curry soupCons-No smiling or personality in staff, very robotic.Ordered the breakfast wrap and it was the blan...

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Google
4.6 ★ from 10 reviews

Delicious, eclectic menu loved the scallops with papredelli noodles. Very friendly staff. Since the pandemic we were not back to BC and we were glad to see that...

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I recommend this location to everyone. The food looks and tastes excellent and the staff is friendly. The atmosphere is very unique and it feels like an island...

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Unbelievable and unique. Tastes are so rich and authentic. REAL ingredients. Love this place! Service: Take Meal Type: Dinner Price per person: CA$10–20

Cute off the road cafe. The food was really good. The server recommend medium cooked poached eggs, but one of the yolks I had was not really. Service: Dine in M...

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Food is good. Service is good depending on how busy the room is as they don't have many servers so they can be stretched thin on a busy night. Its not too bad w...

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Restaurantji
4.1 ★ from 114 reviews
Sassy
23.11.2023 - 18:19

Such a quaint lovely place! I used to come here years ago still have pics from New Years Eve 2000! We had excellent food attentive service. Only bummer was gett...

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T
23.11.2023 - 18:19

What a fantastic hidden gem. Enjoyed a very tasty breakfast here. All the food we saw come out of the kitchen looked delish. Will definitely be back to try dinn...

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Nicholas
23.11.2023 - 18:19

The food was fantastic! Lots of flavour and cooked perfectly. The server was nice and the atmosphere was very cool. I very much recommend the pita and hummus, t...

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Charles
23.11.2023 - 18:19

Ya the staff move at their own pace but if you’re looking for a quick lunch try McDonalds. This place was excellent. Great Eggs Benny.

Dave
23.11.2023 - 18:19

We were told of Zanzibar by some friends who had recently visited. It's everything I love about living in the area, few franchise restaurants outside of fast fo...

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Aggregated
5.0 ★ from 10 reviews
m
17.07.2023 - 13:40

Truly incredible food with such an amazing and caring staff! Huge kudos to the kitchen for their delicious work and the servers are the kindest people I’ve met....

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Scott
17.07.2023 - 13:40

Very delicious options available on the menu. The lamb was fantastic. Our server was so friendly. I was expecting portions to come on a giant plate with swirls...

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dieu
17.07.2023 - 13:40

The brunch is excellent. Food is simple but every bite is so satisfying

THECpt
17.07.2023 - 13:40

Love this place! I've been here a few times and always enjoy my food with the friendly staff and comfy setting. Most of the meals are made pretty health and all...

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J
17.07.2023 - 13:40

Unique spot for unique flavors. We enjoyed the Butter Chicken Hash, which combined a breakfast hash with house made butter chicken and two poached eggs. The chu...

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Sirved
4.4 ★ from 25 reviews
Donna
20.01.2024 - 13:39

I discovered a hidden gem today in Brentwood Bay called Cafe Zanzabar. This popular eatery has a charming cottage-style building and a lively and friendly atmos...

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Tina
20.01.2024 - 13:39

Charming, unique cafe in Central Saanich. The food was delicious. We ordered the pakoras, Zanzibar salad with prawns, and butter chicken. The tiramisu was a per...

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Scott
20.01.2024 - 13:39

The menu offers a variety of delicious options to choose from. The lamb dish was exceptional. Our server was very friendly. I was anticipating large plates with...

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david
20.01.2024 - 13:39

I honestly wish I could give this place 10 out of 5 stars. Let's start with the service, there were two servers and 1 cook/chef when we were there. The place wa...

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3.9 ★ from 14 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.5 ★ from 585 reviews
Int Restaurants
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