Eating out for many people while on holiday is a very important factor. Especially for those of you who might be visiting Zimbabwe for the first time and want to experience some local dishes and entertainment.
Last update: 5 June 2023
The hotel you are staying at, will of course have its own restaurant, but if you are staying there for more than a couple of days you might want to venture further a field. It's also possible that the onsite restaurant is not to your liking. So it's worth knowing what else is out there.
Since there are so many hotels and lodges in Victoria Falls there is a wide
variety restaurants to choose from and some of them are truly world class. There are also a few Victoria Falls restaurants dotted around town offering a variety of different foods. It is easy enough to catch a taxi from where you are staying to one of the other restaurants.
Combined dinner and activity options include a sunset and dinner cruise, which is very popular, as the name suggests, enjoy a Zambezi River sunset cruise but instead of coming in just after sunset, stay out on the cruise boat and get treated to a 3 course dinner - a splendid alternative to dining in a Victoria Falls restaurant. There is also the option of doing what's called a night drive and bush dinner where you go on an evening game drive and then enjoy a specially prepared meal under the stars.
Another dining experience is the Bamba Tram
sunset
safari with dinner under the stars, in the middle of the bush. If you are interested in
any or all of these, please send us a booking enquiry form.
For groups upwards of 6 people we can arrange a private dining experience at beautiful bespoke locations under the stars. These exclusive dinners are very popular for something just a bit different. Please contact us if you are interested in arranging one of these.
Below is a full list of the Victoria Falls restaurants, they are listed alphabetically by the hotel / lodge name. Restaurants not at a hotel are included in the "Around Town" heading. See our map for locations of the various hotels and Victoria Falls restaurants.
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Victoria Falls Restaurants are listed alphabetically below; around
town and at the various Hotels and Lodges
Around Town -Victoria Falls Restaurants
Active Sushi Menu: Chinese/Asian,
Sushi, English menu and dessert Style: Informal poolside restaurant and take-away Entertainment:
None Description: Active Sushi is located at the
N1 Hotel property, at the pavilion by the pool.
The atmosphere is relaxed, and you can enjoy large portions from their
extensive menu. Pre-booking: Not required Average
price PP: US$10 - $20 Recommendation: Yes - the sushi is great and the food comes in big portions Write review
Baines Restaruant Menu: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Style: Riverside indoor and ourdoor setting with views of the Zambezi River Entertainment:
None Description: Baines Restaurant, located on the edge of the Zambezi River, in Victoria Falls.
The magical waterfront location creates a beautiful setting with views and
sometimes the feel of the Spray of the Victoria Falls itself. The sound of the rapids and the open river in front, is a perfect setting for a delicious meal with family and friends. It is a great place for
lunch after seeing the Falls, or an afternoon cocktail, and a wonderful venue for Full Moon Dinners. Pre-booking: Recommended Average price PP: US$15 - $25 Recommendation:
Yes - lovely meals with a view Write review
Bridge Cafe Restaurant Menu:
Light meals and refreshments (vegetarian dishes) Style: Informal cafe - Bistro meals Entertainment: Bridge tour, Bungee
Jump, Bridge swing/slide Description: Spectacular views of the
Victoria Falls Bridge, Batoka
Gorge and the Falls themselves (during the high water season). It is also a great place to watch the famous
bungee jumping,
bridge swing and slide.
Pre-booking: Not required Average
price PP: US$10 - $15 Recommendation: Yes - Lunch Write review |
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Brook's Cafe Menu: Breakfast and
Lunch Style: Cafe – Tropical Garden Courtyard - Informal Entertainment:
None. Description: Set in the sunny tropical gardens at Elephant's Walk Shopping and Artist Village, you can watch artists work while you enjoy fresh
breakfast or lunch, with some flavoured tea, or cocktails, or wine. This is the place where the locals meet! Pre-booking: Not required Average
price PP: US$10 - $15 Recommendation: Yes - breakfast and lunch, great atmosphere to have a meal in between your shopping. Write review
Chicken Inn / Pizza Inn / Creamy Inn Menu:
Pizza, burgers, ice-creams etc Style: Take way or casual seating in the food-court Entertainment:
None Description: Well known Zimbabwean fast food chain of restaurants Pre-booking: Not required Average
price PP: US$5 - $10 Recommendation: Best in town for this type
of fast food Write review
Dusty Road Experience Menu: Lunch and dinner Style: Informal traditional dining - al fresco Entertainment:
None. Description: Located right in the oldest township of Victoria Falls is the Dusty Road Township Experience - a unique traditional dining experience and food is cooked the Zimbabwean way, on open fires and in cast iron pots and ovens, giving you an authentic, wholesome and tasty food experience. As local vendors sell their wares, enticing smells waft from the charcoal fires and your eyes are treated to bright and inventive creations recycled from the region with a heavy dose of African humour and ingenuity. This initiative aims to improve the livelihoods of the families in this town through exposure to visitors and the transcendental gift of human interaction over a delicious meal. Pre-booking: Yes. Contact us. Average
price PP: US$30 - $40 Recommendation: Yes. A very different dining experience. Write review |
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House of Zulu Menu: Lunch and dinner Style: Open plan gazebo surrounded by lovely garden Entertainment:
None. They also do quad-biking trips into the local village. Description: This is an out-of-town restaurant just a 10-minute drive from the
centre of Victoria Falls. They offer open dining under gazebo or al fresco. They use fresh, locally sourced ingredients and the food is full of flavour. Pre-booking: Recommended Average
price PP: US$10 - $15 Recommendation: Yes - for a wonderful
tranquil dining experience and unique flavourful dishes Write review
Little Monkey Menu: Breakfast and
Lunch Style: Small corner take-away, informal Entertainment:
None Description: Little sister to The Three Monkeys
Restaurant, Little Monkey is a very small takeaway serving healthy meals
and snacks, including sushi. Pre-booking: Not required Average
price PP: US$5 - $10 Recommendation: Yes - good quality
and delicious food on the go. You can call ahead too. Write review
Lookout Cafe Menu: Breakfast
(weekends only), Lunch, snacks and cocktails, Dinner Style: Informal cafe Entertainment:
None. Description: Lookout Cafe is perched high on the edge of
a gorge with one of the best views in Victoria Falls, overlooking the
Batoka Gorge and Zambezi river below. This
large cafe is next to the Wild Horizons
highwire activities. Its great for lunches, coffee, sundowners
and dinners. Pre-booking: Highly recommended Average
price PP: US$13 - $20 Recommendation: Yes 100% - an
absolute must for every visitor to Victoria Falls, build it into your
itinerary. It has to rank amongst the best restaurant views in the
world! Food is great and reasonably priced and service is quick and
friendly. Write review |
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Malonga Village Restaurant Menu: Burgers, wraps, grill Style: Casual outdoor dining Entertainment: None Description:
Casual restaurant located close to the entrance to Victoria Falls. They
say they have the biggest burger in town. Pre-booking: Not necessary Average
price PP: Lunch US$10 - US$15 Recommendation: For
an affordable lunch close to the Falls, it's an alternative to the
Rainforest Cafe, though not highly recommended. Write review
Mama Africa Restaurant Menu:
Traditional dishes of hotpots and stews + standard grill menu Style: Casual family dining Entertainment: Live music
most nights from local Mama Africa band - jazz, reggae and pop Description:
Victoria Falls restaurant situated in the Trading Post complex close to
the town centre. Popular with the young crowd and for those wanting to
savour a bit of local atmosphere. Very casual dining with traditional
African style decor. Pre-booking: Recommended Average
price PP: Lunch US$10 - Dinner US$15 Recommendation: Ok for casual lunch and dinner with live entertainment,
but not our favourite. Write review
Marula Restaurant ( ex - Shearwater Cafe) Menu:
Cafe, tapas, cocktails. Style: Modern cafe style restaurant with indoor and outside
seating. Entertainment: None. Description: Marula
Restaurant is located
right in town, on the corner of the main streets, just where a busy cafe
should be - great location! Good selection of
drinks, including cocktails. Pre-booking: Yes Average
price PP: TBA Recommendation: Yes -
for lunch and dinner. Write review
Nando's Restaurant Victoria Falls Menu:
Portuguese-style flame grilled chicken, burgers, wraps, pitas, and a
variety of flavourful sides. Style: Casual fast-food. Dine in or take away. Entertainment:
None. Description: Nando's is known for their spicy flame
grilled dishes. A fast-food local favourite, the restaurant has a warm
family-friendly atmosphere with dishes for everyone from very hungry
adults to kiddies meals, as well as unique refreshing beverages. Pre-booking: Not required Average
price PP: US$6 - $15 Recommendation: If you're looking for
something different and slightly healthier on the fast-food front,
Nando's may be what you need. Write review
Pariah State Menu:
Breakfast, lunch and dinner Style: Informal bar and grill Entertainment: None. Description: A rustic treehouse-looking restaurant snugly fit within the town
centre, offering a variety of delicious grilled food, pizza's, and unique dishes.
riverside cafe-style canteen and bar offering delicious food and an
great place for the whole family or group of friends, away from the
town. Pre-booking: Not required Average
price PP: US$5 - $30 Recommendation: Cosy atmosphere and
feeling of being in a very spacious treehouse. Good for dinner. Write review
Rainforest Cafe Menu: Light
meals, homemade cakes Style: Casual Entertainment: Sometimes an informative
and entertaining talk about David Livingstone during lunch Description: The Rainforest Restaurant is located just
inside the entrance to the Victoria Falls National Park
allowing visitors to enjoy a light meal and a cold drink before or after
having walked around the Victoria Falls Park. Pre-booking: Not required Average
price PP: US$12 - $15 Recommendation: Yes - the food is
really good, probably some of the best in town. Prices have crept up a
bit but still represents good value. Write review
The Local Buzz Menu:
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and pizzas. Style: Small open-air cafe in the quiet residential area. Entertainment:
None. Description: Cafe with casual outdoor seating, pizzeria, good coffee and a takeaway menu as well as a container bar that serves cold craft beers, gin and wine. Pre-booking: Yes Average
price PP: US$10 - $15 Recommendation: Yes - for breakfast
and lunch Just be patient. Write review
Shoestrings Cafe Menu:
They have a breakfast menu, a light meal menu, a main meal menu, pizza and a small dessert menu. Style: Very casual and laid back restaurant and bar. Entertainment: They occasionally have
functions to bring in people. It has a public bar with lots of loud
music in the evenings. Description: Shoestrings Cafe is located
between the entrance and the garden area at
Shoestrings Backpackers Lodge on 12 West drive. Guests are free to
have a seat in any part of the garden and enjoy their food in the sun or
shade. There are sofa seats by the bar, where you can watch TV, garden
seats by the pool in the sun, and wood bench seating near the firepit. Pre-booking: Not required Average
price PP: US$8 - $15 Recommendation: Yes. Their pizzas are
very popular. Write review
The Eatery Menu: Lunch and dinner Style: Semi formal, Al fresco, river-side Entertainment:
None Description: The Eatery Dining Experiences are a way of enjoying a tasty 3-course meal at lunch or dinner time in a stunning atmosphere on the banks of the Zambezi River – the only such location in Victoria Falls. Pre-booking: Yes. Contact us. Average
price PP: US$35 - $40 (drinks and transfers not included) Recommendation: Yes - dining experience by Pure Africa who have a great track record for their catered cruises.
However, dining here is rather expensive, and you have to make your own
way there, which adds a great deal to the overall cost. Write review
The River Brewing Co Menu: Lunch and dinner Style: Informal bar, brewery, restaurant Entertainment:
Occasional guest musicians, weekend sports Description:
Refurbished in one of the oldest buildings right in the centre of town, the brewery
resonates of a steel brewery yet has an inviting atmosphere. Pre-booking: Yes Average
price PP: US$12 - $15 Recommendation: Yes - an exceptional
brewery serving first class craft beer freshly brewed behind the bar. Write review
The Three Monkeys Menu:
Lunches, dinners, drinks, snacks and coffees Style: Informal, semi-open restaurant Entertainment:
Occasional live entertainment. Description: This restaurant and cocktail bar is partly a beautifully restored 1935 Railway carriage from the Rhodesian times, and partly a covered wood deck perfect for the summer days.
It is located near the Victoria Falls Station and Elephant's Walk
shopping mall. Pre-booking: Yes Average
price PP: US$12 - $20 Recommendation: Yes - great for dinners and
lunches with friends, and can be used to host events such as parties Write review
Zambezi House - Open for groups bookings and functions only
Style: Informal bar and canteen Entertainment:
Occasional guest musicians. Description: A funky modern
riverside cafe-style canteen and bar offering delicious food and an
great place for the whole family or group of friends, away from the
town. Pre-booking: Yes Average
price PP: Recommendation: No - unless you are booking for
a group. The
ambience is inviting and there is indoor and outdoor seating, plus
plenty of space for children to run around. Write review
Zulu Bistro Bar Menu: Grill, burgers
and wraps, drinks and cocktails. Style: Clean modern restaurant with indoor and outside
seating. Entertainment: None. Description: Zulu
Bistro Bar is owned by the owners of House of Zulu (above). It is located
on the main street in town, tcked away in Landela Complex. Good selection of
drinks, including cocktails. Nearby artists' corner. Pre-booking: Yes Average
price PP: US$15 - $20 Recommendation: Yes -
for lunch and dinner. Write review
These Victoria Falls Restaurants are located at the various hotels
Amulonga Restaurant Menu: Buffet and
a' la Carte menus including numerous dishes with a touch of Zimbabwean
Cultural Cuisine. Style: Informal family dining Entertainment: Nightly
traditional spectacular shows, starting with a Kudu horn - "Dinner Gong"
Description: Amulonga meaning "by the river" is the only
Victoria Falls restaurant on the banks of the Zambezi with breathtaking views of the
River. Open air thatched restaurant Pre-booking: Recommended Average
price PP: Dinner US$25 - $30 / Lunch US$8 - $15 Recommendation:
Lovely location but food poor Write review
The Terrace @ Sprayview Menu: A la
carte for lunch and dinner. Buffet for breakfast. Style: Informal family dining Entertainment: None Description:
Eat outside on the terrace overlooking the pool or there is a more
formal inside dining room. Under new management the food is tasty and
nicely presented. Pre-booking: Not required Average
price PP: US$25 for meals / US$15 for light snacks Recommendation: Yes - good food
in a casual poolside environment Write review
Kasibi Terrace Restaurant Menu: A la carte menu Style: Informal family dining Entertainment: Live traditional entertainment
at dinner, guests are treated to a memorable African explosion of
talent every night Description: This Victoria Falls
restaurants signature dish is
oxtail Pre-booking: Not required Average
price PP: US$25 - $29 Recommendation: No Write review
Samukele Restaurant Menu:
Buffet menu and a la carte Style: Informal family dining Entertainment: Live traditional entertainment
at dinner, guests are treated to a memorable African explosion of
talent every night Description: Overlooking the pool and golf
course this elevated dining room has glass walls to the east and west,
giving it an open air ambiance. Pre-booking: Not required Average
price PP: US$15 to $20 Recommendation: No Write review
Explorers Village Restaurant Menu: A selection
of burgers, salads, pizza, starters and mains Style: Poolside deck restaurant Entertainment:
None. Description: This 200-seater restaurant serves fresh, modern cuisine, all your favourite classics, and vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options. Tuck into a hearty meal or something a little lighter and enjoy the fully stocked bar serving fresh juice, smoothies, beer, wine, cocktails and more. Pre-booking: Recommended Average
price PP: US$15 - $25 Recommendation: Write review
Cassia Restaurant (ex-Palm Restaurant) Menu:
World class a la carte menu, with a range of vegetarian dishes along
with delicious selection of game dishes Style: Formal dining Entertainment: Live Pianist most
evenings Description: Breakfast, lunch and dinner is served
daily, to hotel guests or walk in customers. Dine outside under the
African night sky amidst the sound of the mighty waterfall which makes
for an unforgettably romantic evening (weather dependant). Outstanding
menu, Ilala has focused on making this into a top quality restaurant and
has certainly succeeded. The menu is varied and delicious especially if
you like game meat. fantastic wine list too. Pre-booking: Yes Average
price PP: Starters US$8 / Main dishesUS$20 - $25 / Pudding
US$8 - $10 Recommendation: Yes 100% - for dinner this is almost
certainly the most delicious food in town - faultless! Service and
attention to detail outstanding. Write review
White Water Restaurant - CLOSED Menu: Buffet
offering hearty breakfasts and dinners. Selection of
creative dishes such as Mopani worms. Style: Informal family dining Entertainment: After-dinner
floor show of traditional music and dancing. Description: Main
hotel restaurant, a large open room with towering ceilings and domes
surrounded by striking water features. Pre-booking: Not required Average
price PP: US$35 - $39 Recommendation: No Write review
Nkosi Lodge Restaurant Menu: Lunch and dinner Style: Casual dine in alongside the swimming pool. Entertainment:
Occasionally, there might be live musicians. Description: The
restaurant at Nkosi Lodge is located by the pool, and offers enough open
space (though covered) for you to enjoy lunch or dinner. There is a
lovely relaxed atmosphere with sounds of the waterfall feature. The
chefs at Nkosi prepare excellent food, with good portions. Pre-booking: Yes Average
price PP: US$15 - $25 Recommendation: Nkosi is located in
the quiet residential area, away from the buzzing town centre, so you
get to really relax and enjoy a good meal with good service. Write review
Simujinga Restaurant Menu:
Buffet dinner Style: Informal family dining Entertainment: Traditional dancing on the pool
terrace outside the restaurant. Description: This Victoria
Falls restaurantblends Western & African cuisine's to provide an
authentic Zimbabwean meal experience. Pre-booking: Recommended Average
price PP: US$20 Recommendation: No Write review
Kuhlangana Menu:
They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. Pizza and salads too. Teas and coffees throughout the day. Style: Casual and very laid back. Entertainment: none. Description:
Contemporary African decor under tent with lounge, bar and table
seating, surrounded by lush gardens. They provide hearty, healthy food prepared with home grown
ingredients. The bar offers refreshing beverages, and the very best locally roasted artisan coffee produced in Zimbabwe.
The distinctive lookout tower is ideal for sundowners or sunrises, using
a pulley system so you can enjoy coffee, drinks and/or snacks without
having to go up and down the tower. Pre-booking: Yes Average
price PP: US$12 - 20 Recommendation: Yes. The food is
really tasty and unique. Write review
The Livingstone Room Restaurant Menu:
Classic a la carte or 7 course degustation menu and award winning wine
list. Style:: Formal dining Entertainment: Description:
Livingstone Room reflects the century old hotels style of grandeur and
opulence, but the dress code has been relaxed and jacket and tie no
longer necessary Pre-booking: Yes Average
price PP: US$45 Recommendation: Yes - Highly for
dinner Write review
Jungle Junction Restaurant Menu:
Buffet and barbeque Style: Informal family dining Entertainment: Good evening entertainment from
energetic traditional dancers which lasts about an hour and epitomises the spirit of
Africa. A local story teller narrates the meaning behind each
dance and it's purpose to the tribe Description: Unforgettable experience with a fusion of
western and African flavours. An incredible evening buffet, with such a
variety and quantity of food Pre-booking: Yes Average
price PP: US$35 Recommendation: Yes - Dinner -
exceptional food, coupled with the traditional dancing, which is the
best of it's kind in Victoria falls, this represents a good value
evening out and in our opinion not to be missed. Write review
The Stanley Terrace Menu: Light meals
throughout the day. Tea, scones and sandwiches. Style: Casual Entertainment: None Description:
Traditional high tea is served every afternoon, with spectacular views
of The Victoria Falls Bridge and the Victoria Falls themselves. Pre-booking: Not required Average
price PP: US$30 for high tea for two people Recommendation: Yes - Highly for lunch and High
tea Write review
Costa Coffee Restaurant (ex In-Da-Belly Restaurant) Menu:
Greek, Italian, Mediterranean Style: Informal indoor and outdoor dining in a casual environment around the pool
bar Entertainment: Satellite TV broadcasting most Live
sporting events and wi-fi internet Description: Comfortable
restaurant in very relaxed surroundings Pre-booking: Not required Average
price PP: TBA Recommendation: Yes - breakfast and
lunch Write review
The Boma Restaurant Menu:
Buffet and barbeque. Delicious selection of local and international dishes Style: Informal family dining Entertainment:
Great interactive live entertainment which includes drumming, face
painting and dancing. Description: Very popular experience which has become a
bit of a "must do" while at Victoria Falls. Superb night out Pre-booking: Yes.
Contact us. Average
price PP: US$55 inc transfers to and from your hotel Recommendation: Yes - for the experience, it's good fun and has a
real African flavour about it, but it's expensive and a bit touristy. Write review |
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Makuwa-kuwa Restaurant Menu: Award winning a la carte menu. Internationally styled cuisine, with a hint of
African and game dishes thrown in. Style: Semi-formal family dining Entertainment: None Description: Spectacular view over
the floodlight waterhole, frequented by many wild animals Pre-booking: Yes Average
price PP: US$30 - $40 Recommendation: Yes - Top quality food in a
lovely setting. Write review
Please share your Victoria Falls dining experiences with us - both good and bad.
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Rainforest Restaurant Best value for lunch in Vic Falls. Everywhere is overpriced but at Rainforest Restaurant in the Vic Falls park we got best value for money. BRIDGE SALAD …
In Da Belly restaurant is the place to be We had just walked around the majestic Victoria Falls, deliberately working up an appetite, and we were now hungry and needed food in our stomachs. What …
Ellie Cafe Not rated yet I totally love this little Cafe with its personal service and very thoughtful homemade food. My choice was baked camembert and it came with a little bakes …
Rainforest Restaurant Not rated yet Nozizwe, our waitron was wonderful. We had 2 Fillet Steak Rolls, 1 Zambezi Beer and a glass of Chardonnay. Total $34
Great atmosphere and best value by …
Wine List of the Year winners: 2009, 2010 Not rated yet The Wine List of The Year Award 2009 went for the second consecutive year to Miller’s Grill, also the very proud winner of Speciality Restaurant of the …
Makuwa-kuwa Restaurant Not rated yet Had an amazing breakfast there: great selection, friendly service but the setting is hard to beat: we watched elephants, warthog and kudu at the waterhole …
Ilala Lodge Not rated yet We had lunch there a couple of times and found it great value, good food and friendly efficient service.
Palm Restaurant, Ilala Lodge Not rated yet I have stayed at Ilala Lodge on two separate occasions, the latest in October 2008, when things were pretty desperate in Zim. Still our stay was absolutely …
In-Da-Belly Not rated yet We ate at this place about five times, and loved it. The rolls and the burgers are fantastic, and washed down with Golden Pilsener, the perfect way to …
Mama Africa Not rated yet We ate here one night and had a lovely evening meeting other tourists and hadn't realized we were going to have entertainment with African dancers and …
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