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Zanzibar, Austin, TX

Zanzibar

4.6
4.6
797 Reviews
$30 and under
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 37 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
Seven stories up and a world away above Austin, Zanzibar is an escape from the everyday – a lush tropical restaurant terrace and pool oasis with stunning views of downtown Austin, but a restaurant experience that couldn’t be further from it. Serving up Tiki cocktails and island inspired small plate bites, discover good times for every taste – whether in high spirits or looking to lay low – Zanzibar always happens to be happening.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Unspecified
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed–Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Tue, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (737) 787-6969
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    From soirees to special events, our open-air terrace and covered event deck provide an intimate space to celebrate the good times. We have some of the best views and one of the most talked about new spaces in downtown Austin. Let us provide the perfect backdrop to your next socially-safe event.
  • Private party contact
    Elena Marez: (787) 707-6967
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Cesar Chavez & San Jacinto
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Zanzibar's Love Island ❤️🌴

    Feb 1, 2025 - Feb 28, 2025
    Calling all Islanders looking for love! A hot new cocktail menu enters the Zanzibar Villa, this February. ❤️🔥 Take on a challenge and sip cocktails inspired by the hit reality TV series. Zanzibar's Love Island menu will be available from February 1 - February 28. Make the first move and book your reservations today!
    Zanzibar's Love Island ❤️🌴 Photo
  • Tiki Tuesday 🌺

    Multiple dates available
    Looking to add some tropical flair to your week? Experience island-style ease and join us for Tiki Tuesday on our rooftop oasis. 🌴 Each Tuesday, one of our talented bartenders will be shakin’ up a fresh specialty cocktail inspired by tropical flavors. Rotating monthly from sweet and fruity to spicy and bold, there will be something new to tiki your tastebuds every Tuesday! 🍹
    Tiki Tuesday 🌺 Photo

Offers

  • Zanzibar's Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM,Sat - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Zanzibar’s Happy Hour is reaching new heights, hidden within the horizon of downtown Austin. Swing by for $10 select specialty cocktails, $5 draft beers, $8 mocktails, and discounted island-inspired bites each Sunday – Thursday from 3:00pm – 6:00pm.

    Zanzibar's Happy Hour Photo
  • Zanzibar's Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Thu - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Zanzibar’s Happy Hour is reaching new heights, hidden within the horizon of downtown Austin. Swing by for $10 select specialty cocktails, $7 draft beers, $8 mocktails, and discounted island-inspired bites each Sunday – Thursday from 3:00pm – 6:00pm.

    Zanzibar's Happy Hour Photo

What 797 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zanzibar in Austin offers a vibrant ambiance with "fantastic drinks," "good food," and "stunning views." It's perfect for showing off Austin's skyline and enjoying themed cocktails. The rooftop setting is praised for its "great vibes" and "beautiful setting." Ideal for smaller parties, it's a "must-see" destination for visitors.

797 Reviews
  1. Rebecca

    VIP

    Austin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful views of the city. Great atmosphere and decor. Makes you feel like you are somewhere tropical. We had little lights added to our cocktails in the evening for the perfect touch to a delicious cocktail!
    ZanzibarResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Rebecca! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere and rooftop vibes here at Zanzibar! We aim to provide memorable experiences for our guests, and we are delighted to hear that our fun cocktails elevated your experience! We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Lexi Wallace, Assistant General Manager

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  2. Cooper

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great experience with good deals for happy hour
    ZanzibarResponded on February 8, 2025
    Hi Cooper! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great happy hour experience at Zanzibar. We strive to provide the best for our guests, so your positive feedback means a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon! Lexi Wallace, Assistant General Manager

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  3. Alexandra

    VIP

    Houston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Poor service & overpriced watered down cocktails, definitely not worth the price.
    ZanzibarResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Alexandra. Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. We are so sorry to hear that your experience with us was not positively memorable. Please feel free to shoot us an email with any additional feedback you may have regarding your time here with us. We would love the opportunity to rectify your experience and invite you to join us again at your convenience. We eagerly await to make your future experience with us memorable! Lexi Wallace, Assistant General Manager

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  4. Savannah

    Memphis/West TN

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot for cocktails! We had a group of 8 and they were able to accommodate us well. The fires were perfect for the chilly Austin night.
    ZanzibarResponded on February 8, 2025
    Hi Savannah! We're thrilled to hear that you and your group had a great time at Zanzibar. It's wonderful to know that you appreciated our attentive service and our cozy accommodations. We strive to make every visit a memorable one, and it's rewarding to hear when we've succeeded. We can't wait to welcome you back in the future! Lexi Wallace, Assistant General Manager

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  5. Erin

    Austin

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Way too cold. Seated us in a freezing corner that was so windy!
    ZanzibarResponded on January 27, 2025
    Hi Erin. Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. We are so sorry to hear that your experience with us was not positively memorable. Please feel free to shoot us an email with any additional feedback you may have regarding your time here with us. We would love the opportunity to rectify your experience and invite you to join us again at your convenience. We eagerly await to make your future experience with us memorable! Lexi Wallace, Assistant General Manager

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  6. Christina

    Oklahoma City

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Didn’t make the reservation, it was closed when we got there. Wish I would have known before making the trip.
    ZanzibarResponded on January 22, 2025
    Hi Chistina! We're truly sorry for the confusion and for the inconvenience you experienced. We were closed due to the cold weather conditions and did our best to connect with all of our guests ahead of time. We sincerely apologize that we missed you! We understand how frustrating it is to make a trip and not reach your destination. That being said, please allow us the opportunity to rectify this negative experience. We happily invite you to visit us again at your convenience! We will be sure to take care of you and your guests in the hopes to that you will have a positively memorable experience! We reopen tomorrow, 1/23. Please reach out to us at any point; we will be happy to make a new reservation for you! Lexi Wallace, Assistant General Manager

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  7. Kay

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The drinks were good, and our server was great with recommendations. We had the Pu Pu platter, and everything was so good.
    ZanzibarResponded on January 13, 2025
    Hi Kay! Thank you for the great review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time here at Zanzibar! We aim to provide exceptional service to our guests and are very happy to hear that we hit that mark for you! Please join us again soon! Lexi Wallace, Assistant General Manager

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  8. Amy

    Houston

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is really cute. A must see in Austin. Good food and cute drinks. Plus really cute photo ops.
    ZanzibarResponded on January 13, 2025
    Hi Amy! Thank you for the great review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time here at Zanzibar! We aim to provide exceptional service to our guests and are very happy to hear that we hit that mark for you! Please join us again soon! Lexi Wallace, Assistant General Manager

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  9. Betg

    Austin

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic atmosphere. Wonderful view. Service was a bit slow. The holiday drinks are served I. The cutest holiday glasses.
    ZanzibarResponded on January 3, 2025
    Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere at Zanzibar and appreciated our unique holiday glasses. We're sorry to hear that our service was a bit slow during your visit. We will certainly pass your feedback along to our waitstaff as we are continuously looking for way to improve guest experiences. We hope to welcome you back for a more memorable experience in the near future. Lexi Wallace, Assistant General Manager

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  10. Armi

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic drinks. The food was yummy. The rooftop view was fun. Our server was quick and efficient. It was a bit loud, the music. That’s my only issue. But other than that, a really cool place to hang out. Valet parking: convenient!
    ZanzibarResponded on December 28, 2024
    Hi Armi! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic experience at Zanzibar! It's great to know that you enjoyed our drinks, food, and rooftop view. We always strive to provide efficient service and a comfortable environment for our guests, and we're glad we hit the mark for you! Thanks for taking the time to share your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Lexi Wallace, Assistant General Manager

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FAQs

Zanzibar is rated 4.6 stars by 797 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 37 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Zanzibar

304 E Cesar Chavez St, Unit 700, Austin, TX 78701

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Cesar Chavez & San Jacinto
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed–Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Tue, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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