Great place in Paje. Save your time to eat there. You have to wait for your dish a little bit longer than in other places but it is worth the effort. Very freshly made and tasty. Great staff:-))).See U next time!

Felt at home. Delicious, wholesome and great food and staff.The best food on Paje. Great for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Favourite for seafood, salads, vegetarian food.. juices and coffees. Happy kind staff who looked after me so well. Kitchen is open and you can see its clean and food is cooked with lots of care.Recommended are the buddha bowl, kalamari and octopus...The rooms are chic, showers are hot with plenty of water, beds are the most comfortable I found on the island, rooms are spacious and have plenty of storage and even a fridge. Its stylish without being pretentious. The breeze means no mosquitoes and the vibe is caring and easy. Paul and Kaye have created a barefoot chic place serving elegant dishes. I can not wait to come back.Thanks for the smiles and all the care.

Good food, beautiful view and very kind waiters! :)

Tasty octupus salad and nice juices and cocktails! Service is polite and great. Id recommend :)

Ate here two days in a row. Extra salty food each time. Too bad considering all the other excellent reviews. But for me, it didn’t work out! Friendly servers though!

Delicious! One of the best food in Paje (and we’ve been here for a while so we know). Lots of options for vegetarians. I had a vegan noodles and they where amazing. The portions are super large - I shared mine with my husband. Ginger tea was super strong. There are so many other things I would like to try, but we’re leaving...

Very friendly service, delicious food, great view.Just try to pay in cash since credit card payment ist way more expensive.

This is a difficult review to write.I stayed at Shanti for more than a month and it included free breakfast. An experience which some of the local staff members spoiled due to their rudeness and overt contempt for the patrons.I dont expect staff members to smile at me or even be particularly friendly, but I do think that simply being polite is a must.For example, when I made a very polite request for a knife and fork I would be shouted at by the local staff. Other customers made similar complaints.Sometimes I requested some salt or I went to pay for additional food, and the staff would look at me, then look at each other and laugh. Theyd then say something in Swahili to eachother and point blank ignore me, until I asked again. Asking again would draw pure disdain despite the fact I asked politely. Btw the staff in question (the main kitchen staff man Roman and a female member of staff) could speak English, so it wasnt due to a language barrier either.This is perhaps what some of the other reviewers meant when they said the staff were rude.Judging by the good reviews, I dont think it was always that way, but somewhere along the line, something went wrong.I know they must deal with drunken tourists and idiots at times, but I didn’t fall into that category and I was polite.I was actually willing to let all of that go, except for the fact that at the very end, Roman charged me for items on the tab Id already paid for.I knew I’d already paid but I had a taxi waiting to take me to the airport and didnt get time to check my diary which was packed away. I later checked my journal and sure enough, Id already paid. I even noted the exact time and cost.Understand that Shanti is conveniently located on Paje beach in Zanzibar, so maybe their staff members were judgemental about the patrons wearing swimsuits or shorts due to cultural differences. I dont know tbh, Im just trying to figure out why they behaved like that.I spoke to Kaye a few times about this issue, but she just made excuses, didnt care and the staff behaviour didnt change at all. Some of the newest members of their team were a little more polite however.Those werent the only issues.I actually want to see this place do well, so Im going to list the improvements that should be made alongside the good points so you get a fair analysis.These bungalows cost $75 a night, and slightly less if you stay longer. Those who have shorter stays may pay even more. I think the value of what you get is not quite there yet, although its important to remember that the accommodation aspect of it is new and advertised currently via word of mouth.Where improvements are needed:Staff extremely rude. Actually went out of their way to let me know I wasnt welcome. I just dont understand it at all. I was nice to themExtremely noisy til 6am on party nights from B4 and Teddys. Not Kayes fault but something you ought to be aware ofLocals burn trash near the bungalows. As there are no glass windows, the smoke blows through the mosquito nets on most days, potentially causing health issues for long term staysInconsistencies with the ways rooms were cleaned.No hot water. Eventually I had slightly warm water for about ten seconds from the shower, before it returned to being cold againWifi doesnt work that well in the bungalows. I think Kayes trying to fix itGood:Bungalows are right on the beachBungalows are among the best on the beach. They include a nice outdoor-in shower, a fridge and small walk-in storage spaceCeiling fan helps keep you cool at night

Perfect bar on the beach with great food and very friendly staff

Unbelievable how rude the waitresses are! Their attitude towards a client is just disgusting. The waitress pretended not to hear my questions and when repeated she answered super shortly, not even looking at me. Unhelpful and rude.On top of all, the coffee machine was broken.We left without ordering anything.The most horrible place to visit unless you want to be treated in the worst possible way.

This is a joke. They are very rude with everyone, it took them over 30 min to prepare my juice and the food is tasteless. I ordered open toast from sour dough bread with hummus and tomato+ avocado. Neither this toast has seen sour dough nor it had a normal amount of hummus on it. Normally I would just walk away and never come back. But considering their extremely rude behaviour I can’t resist leaving a review. Scandalous!

Rude staff and service, even by Zanzibar standards. Teach them some manners, or just make them understand they are paid from what patrons leave here. The lack of service level can’t allow for more than 1 star. Even if food was super yummy (but it isn’t).Hummus is watery, aperol spritz needs prosecco and aperol along the soda, our sandwich lacked any notable taste.

Wonderful mix of local, fresh, tasty and affordable food with perfect easy going and friendly service. A lot of healthy options as well as vegan. We had the prawn-zucchini penne with garlic and a sweet potato salad with some hummus. Really delicious food and the drinks were very nice as well! If you want some quality food around Paje dont go to the underwelming and overpriced the Rock restaurant but come to Shanti Café, you will not regret it!

There is no better lunch on a scorching hot day than a bowl of cold Gazpacho with a side of chapati. Highly recommend this delicious and cheap dish (15k Tsh) AMAZE ✨😎🏝

I hate to give bad reviews and I dont intend for this to stop people from going to this cafe but rather give the own some ideas on improvements. Firstly, the location and view is great, the place is decorated really nice and its super clean. Also everything on the menu is really healthy, so this is all great. The main reason for my low rating is for the food. I cant speak for everything on the menu but only from what I had. The juice was like pure lemon juice so I suggest serving juices with a little side dish of sugar syrup so customers can make it as sweet (or not) as they like. I also had the garlic bread which was almost too salty to eat and the breakfast burrito which was packed with rice and minimal beans. I felt it was lacking in wow and could have had a more exciting filling. The pili pili sauce tasted almost fermented. I dont mind spending this much money on food but then I expect it to be quality. Lastly, on a good note, the staff were very nice and service great. This cafe is relatively new and so it always takes a bit if trial and error. Please give this place a shot and make up your own mind.

Absolutely the best Margarita cocktails on the island 🍸

Very slow service. Food was mediocre and overpriced.

Amazing guacamole (good spices..) and really nice and interesting tortillas !

Nice view and good set up. Nice juices - did not try the food.Staff was very friendly

Great location, fresh and tasty food, beautiful rooms but most importantly, the staff are so friendly and smiley. I will be back!

Best café in the area, super fresh and nutritious food, great staff, chill atmosphere.

One of the best places to eat on Paje beach, staff is very friendly and very polite, food is very good, i loved the ice cream 😊

Amazing time at the Shanti Cafe! Great local dishes as well as all the classics. Huge selection of all types of drinks. Lovely owner and fantastic staff. Just go!

This cafe has become my hangout spot. The location is great, the staff are welcoming and so friendly...NOTHING is too much bother. The food is pretty fantastic too!

Great café at the beach with delicious food! Very nice staff!

Delicious food (try the octopus salad), magnificent views and very friendly service. You could easily spend a day here watching all the kiteboarders

It is great place, has the best view on the beach with a nice a simple setup.The staff are super nice. The food is clean and delicious.

Beautiful views from the restaurant. Great tasting meals too

Great location, great food, great smoothies, great staff.

Great.healthy vegetarian from Buddha bowl, falafel, veg wraps, homemade hummus, homemade granola, salads to fish and seafood.Kool vibes, beach front lounge.I recommend Shanti Café

Beautiful place on the beach. excellent food and fresh fish, freshly caught. fantastic staff. great prices!

Beautiful Place with nice vibes. BEST service too

Everything is delicious! Octopus salad and gaspacho soup are the best for me! And guacamole!! 🤪

Great place with a local feel to it, good food and coffee, right on the Paje beach.

Rude staff and showing no interest in welcoming the gueststhe ice coffe was tasting like water with a bit of coffee aromaplease do better

Too pricey for my taste but nice place. You can get a beer for 8000, or a juice for 12.

Excellent food, very nice staff and the prettiest place on Paje beach! I highly recommend this place!

Tasty, but too long to wait, we lost 1,5 hours just waiting a food & bill

The best!!

Prawns were rotten.. made me pay for the plate anyway. The rest is okay

Jeremiah as a waiter is exceptional

Nice place to enjoy and have fun,staffs are verry kind

My favourite lunch place and food in all Zanzibar!

Good views and the coconut curry was fantastic.

Good food, great location

Great place 👌

Nice food

The place looks abandoned.

Superb food and staff!

Best breakfast borritos in Zanzibar

Best food in Paje!

Good food and drinks

Nice place

Nice place

Excellent 💓💓

Nice place with nice sofas on the beach right by the sea. Tasty iced coffee and tea. A big plus for paper straws. Wifi a little bit poor.

Cool atmosphere around with many kite surfers, the coast is popular with European active tourists. The menu of the institution is interesting and varied - there are local traditional and popular dishes as well, prices are the same as on the popular northern coast of Zanzibar - Nungwi.

Perfect and smiling service. Best service for 1 week in Zamzibar. Food not typical but excellent.Tuna tartare and avocado a delight. Bruschetta too. :)More expensive than a local restaurant not by the sea but that changes and its definitely worth it.

Pleasant service and very smiling, the meals are excellent and prepared with taste. Beautiful presentation.

Pleasant atmosphere, clean, tidy, the furniture looks solid and not cheap. Cutlery is also decent. The food is delicious, made with fresh ingredients. At a price just above the average range. But you feel for what you pay extra and only pleasant impressions. Nearby is an institution with loud, good music and a DJ. Nice view of the ocean. The time of our visit is after 18.00. A clean toilet, one of not many in Zanzibar

Cool place with sea view. You will have to wait a long time, even gazpacho soup, which, incidentally, is incredibly tasty with the addition of ginger, coconut milk, garlic.Tried spicy tea, spicy and spicy. And the appetizer with corn tortillas and a salad with avocado is excellent, only if you are not a fan of spicy, then ask not to add chili sauce.The place is expensive, but in Zanzibar, if you want to eat with pleasure - in a different way.The restaurant is suitable for vegetarians.

Wouldnt recommend. We waited 1h10m, which is a lot even for Zanzibar. If the food was delicious, then no question. Ordered a shrimp penne with 2 shrimps and no sauce, and it all costs $ 12. Tasty, expensive, long.

Good food, great atmosphere and a beautiful location right on the beach.

Very nice restaurant on the beach of Paje with sea views. All staff are always very friendly and the selection of food and drinks is very good. Also many vegetarian dishes. Food tasted very good there.

Super delicious food. But very expensive, especially drinks / smoothies

We chose the New Years Eve menu. It was excellent, plentiful, full of flavor. The staff are efficient and friendly. The setting is pleasant. Very nice decoration.

Its a nice place, but its not cheap, the choice of dishes is good, the location is good, generally a plus

Relax and great atmosphere with good dishes

Wonderful