Come to Zanzibai Cafe in Charlotte, North Carolina if you're looking for an African Restaurant serving fresh, authentic food! Serving burgers to wings and salads to rotisserie chicken, you'll find what you're looking for and more! A few of our dishes from the Grill include Beef & Chicken Kabob, Grilled Whole Snapper, Grilled Whole Tilapia, and Grilled Blackened Salmon.
We also offer fish meals such as Fried Croaker with Plaintains, Baked Tilapia with Acheke, and Fried Flounder with Fries. You are truly missing out if you don't give us a try. Find us on Tryon St. south of I-85 near Craighead Road. We're not far from Derita Creek Park and Charlotte Country Club. Order online for carryout!
We also offer fish meals such as Fried Croaker with Plaintains, Baked Tilapia with Acheke, and Fried Flounder with Fries. You are truly missing out if you don't give us a try. Find us on Tryon St. south of I-85 near Craighead Road. We're not far from Derita Creek Park and Charlotte Country Club. Order online for carryout!
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Christina L.
Jan 20, 2022
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Wendy
Dec 12, 2021
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Sunshine Green
Nov 03, 2021
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Peter Boker
Oct 24, 2021
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Candace C.
Sep 30, 2021
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A must-try! The food was soooooooo good, flavorful, and KID-APPROVED! We had the jollof rice (which was everyone's absolute favorite) and if you like spice, I really enjoyed the okra soup. Portion sizes were great and customer service as well. I placed my order online and received a call immediately to let me know they were out of one of the items I ordered. I was able to choose a different option and my order was ready for me when I arrived. I live in South Charlotte, but it is worth the drive for me!
Kenisha Holder
Aug 18, 2021
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DeJane Cade
Jul 30, 2021
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The food was cooked well, however the price is questionable compared to their competitors such as Zoowee’s restaurant up the street. For a centimeter of extra pepper, it’s incredibly small and they charge $1.25! The quantity of rice was not worth it for the price, it shouldn’t cost $15.00. What a joke!
Ledonna Neal
Mar 18, 2021
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Anna Shisso
Jan 28, 2021
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Food is good and the owner seems to be the only nice one which is why at least two stars are deserved. I feel like I get cheated on servings which is one of the reason why I’ll never go back. There’s no reason for the amount of $$ you pay, your plate feels lightweight. Also I paid $1 extra for a tiny piece of grilled salmon that wouldn’t even satisfy a child. Second reason, customer service???? Oh my God. As an African myself, they feed right into the typical stereotype and it’s sad because they’re food is reaaaally good & is authentic but if every time I walk in I’m not even greeted
Rumaasha M.
Jul 20, 2019
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S. C.
Jun 05, 2019
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I was looking for something different to eat and this restaurant was suggested. This was one of the best suggestions all week. I received Potato Greens, Jollof, and Ginger Lemonade. Everything was beyond what was expected. To add to the greatness, the portion sizes were enough for 2 people. I will be ordering from here again the next time I am in town.
Sonji Y.
May 26, 2019
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My 3-star rating is based on the customer service. The cashier who was working the counter was not the most welcoming. Looked me up and down and barely opened her mouth to greet me. It was an awkward encounter. I contemplated walking out the door but really wanted to try the food so I proceeded with my order. I'm glad that I did because the food was really good. I ordered the salmon and veggie rice and it was absolutely delicious. Seasoned perfectly. I would have given this review 5 stars on my meal alone. However, it is not enough for a return visit as I value great customer service. A simple
Nae B.
Mar 22, 2019
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I don't write reviews often, but my food was perfect!! I wasn't hesitant to try, but hesitant to use GrubHub for my order. Being that I did, I called the restaurant beforehand for questions and clarity on the order I'd be placing. They were very receptive and they even called back as they progressed with my order. It was obvious they wanted to make sure they followed my preparation notes. Most restaurants don't do this and when your delivery arrives, it is what it is. :-/
Back to the GrubHub fiasco, they were super late in picking up my order and Zanzibar called to inform
Back to the GrubHub fiasco, they were super late in picking up my order and Zanzibar called to inform
Karma B.
Jul 25, 2018
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I ordered jollof rice via GrubHub and let's just say I am not disappointed at all! It's enough for 2-3 people so I definitely got my money's worth.
The rice is delicious and has plenty of chicken and shrimp. It also came with a pepper sauce and another sauce but I can't remember what kind. I decided to try the ginger lemonade and it's really good as well.
This is my first time trying Zanzibar and they've just won over another customer.
The rice is delicious and has plenty of chicken and shrimp. It also came with a pepper sauce and another sauce but I can't remember what kind. I decided to try the ginger lemonade and it's really good as well.
This is my first time trying Zanzibar and they've just won over another customer.
Cody T.
Jun 20, 2018
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Went to order in store and the cashier was extremely rude. Had her headphones on and I had to yell to tell her my order, when she finally took her headphones out she had an attitude. Tried to get the lunch special for 6.95 but she tried to charge me $8. Says the advertisements they have up are wrong. Y'all need to get your staff straight and drop the attitude, took my money across the street to the Caribbean joint where they don't bs you, food is bomb too.
Ronisha W.
Feb 24, 2018
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Wyllol W.
Oct 26, 2017
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As a Liberian and a chef, I highly recommend this restaurant. I had the torborgee on Monday and it was delicious! Keep in mind that it's SPICY and I eat ghost peppers in everything. I went back on Wednesday and got the fufu & Palm butter and beef kabobs. The Palm butter was once again great and I'd eat it again. The kabobs where nothing to remember though. I don't live in Charlotte, but I'm definitely be back the next time I'm in the area.
David S.
Sep 02, 2017
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Robin M.
Apr 20, 2017
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First he wouldn't honor my restaurant.com coupon I paid for. Says he don't use them.yet he does nothing for them to stop. Food was a bit salty and was suppose to have red palm oil in both leave dishes but seems to be alot more vegetable oil. Chicken tasted like it was rotisserie so it lacked the true seasoning from the stew. Hope I find a different african restaurant before I leave
Marian C.
Jan 28, 2017
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Hope I.
Oct 04, 2016
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My favorite restaurant in Charlotte thus far. I'm Nigerian so naturally I enjoy most African cuisine but this was my first time trying Liberian food. I literally order the same thing every time: Grilled Whole Tilapia with corned beef rice and plantain. Their tilapia is HUGE and grilled to perfection and the rice and plantain is pretty perfect as well. Their spicy sauces are amazing and their cassava stew is as well. Would highly recommend. :)
Emiene W.
Aug 31, 2016
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Jollof Rice Day fell on a Monday, so I stopped in at Zanzibar when I remembered Mama Gees isn't open on Mondays. Expecting disappointment (Ghanaiian jollof rice is supreme), I was pleasantly surprised. The spot is clean and modern though tiny, the specials are clearly listed with a good explanation for the uninitiated and the service was friendly. Food is cooked to order so expect about a 10-minute wait, but the big screen TV is always on the news so you can argue while you wait. The jollof is plentiful, full of chicken and veggies and has that yummy home made taste and is NOT dry. Love
Rohit K.
Jul 08, 2016
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I chanced upon this place when I was looking for vouchers on Restaurant.com.
This place is small, and the menu is small - but bear in mind that everything on the menu is a delight to your taste buds. The food is very unique and while I've only never been to Africa mmyself, i would trust this to be authentic since the food was rich in flavor and I honestly hadn't experienced this before.
Off all of my favorites were the Rotisserie chicken, the Fish, the fried yuca (was v v good) and this other green sauce with turkey and chicken served with brown rice.
I strongly recommend this place
This place is small, and the menu is small - but bear in mind that everything on the menu is a delight to your taste buds. The food is very unique and while I've only never been to Africa mmyself, i would trust this to be authentic since the food was rich in flavor and I honestly hadn't experienced this before.
Off all of my favorites were the Rotisserie chicken, the Fish, the fried yuca (was v v good) and this other green sauce with turkey and chicken served with brown rice.
I strongly recommend this place
Queen S.
Apr 17, 2016
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Luteke K.
Oct 30, 2015
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