What style of food is served on Mnemba?

The island serves fresh ocean-to-table seafood, grilled lobster, tropical fruits, and Swahili-inspired spiced dishes.

Are beverages included in the stay?

Yes, all fine wines, premium spirits, cocktails, beers, and soft drinks are included throughout your stay.

Can guests dine privately on the beach?

Yes, romantic private dinners illuminated by lanterns are set up directly on the beach for each banda.

What are the mealtimes on the island?

Mealtimes are flexible, with breakfasts, lunches, and dinners tailored to diving and guest schedules.

Ultra-LuxuryBeach

Mnemba Island, Zanzibar, Tanzania

12 rooms

Opened 1998

Nicholas Plewman / Fox Browne

Mnemba Island, Zanzibar, Tanzania

Dining guide

&Beyond Mnemba Island Dining Guide

Name: &Beyond Mnemba Island
Address: Mnemba Island, Zanzibar, Tanzania

Meals move between the main guest area, the inner courtyard, the forest, the Beach Bar, a dhow, or the sand in front of your Banda. Plates are island cooking and reef fish, with sushi at the lounge when you ask. The bar pours juice and coffee by day and house drinks after dark; champagne and fine wine are extra. Ask for a beach supper when you book the Banda.

1 dining venues and experiences

Before you book dinner

Chefs prepare daily menus based on fresh morning seafood catches and seasonal tropical produce.
Private dining tables are arranged along the beach, surrounded by storm lanterns and ocean breezes.
Afternoon tea, fresh coconut water, and sundowner snacks are served directly to your beach sala.

Mnemba Beach Dining Pavilion & Bar

Fresh ocean-to-table seafood & Swahili-infused coastal cuisine

Serving freshly caught Indian Ocean fish, lobster, tropical fruits, and aromatic Swahili spices. Meals can be enjoyed in the main dining banda, on private sand dunes, or under the stars.

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&Beyond Mnemba Island dining FAQ

What style of food is served on Mnemba?: The island serves fresh ocean-to-table seafood, grilled lobster, tropical fruits, and Swahili-inspired spiced dishes.
Are beverages included in the stay?: Yes, all fine wines, premium spirits, cocktails, beers, and soft drinks are included throughout your stay.
Can guests dine privately on the beach?: Yes, romantic private dinners illuminated by lanterns are set up directly on the beach for each banda.
What are the mealtimes on the island?: Mealtimes are flexible, with breakfasts, lunches, and dinners tailored to diving and guest schedules.

Reviewed by Hotel Flock · Last updated September 2026