Location: Malindi
Top Restaurants in Malindi
Where to eat Seafood food in Malindi: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Find out what Seafood restaurants to try in Malindi. Portuguese explorer Vasco de Gama stopped at Malindi on his way to India in 1498 and erected a pillar that remains overlooking the harbor, however precariously, to this day. Still popular with Europeans, Malindi is famed for coral reefs that lie just 1,000 feet off its shore, best seen at Malindi National Marine Park or nearby Watamu. Game fishing, surfing and simply relaxing on the beach are popular local pastimes. The narrow streets and market of Malindi's old town are worth a visit.
Things to do in Malindi
10. Mama Guddy's Robinson Island Sanctuary Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By tetedoeuf
Nice place. To get there, you drive through the salt exploitations which is funny to see. When you come, Safari, very funny and nice guy, will entertain you while "sailing" you to the island. You come there, very quiet and relaxing place, you might go for a swim in the sea before eating a 5-6 plates menu. Excellent food, Cooked oysters with coco, Crabs, shrimps, salade and fruit to finish with.. I missed the wine though with a good meal like that..
9. Barefoot Beach Camp and Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 33 reviews
Suddenly you are on the coast of Africa - just a short distanceaway from Malindi town off the Lamu road, a 20 minute drive and now on the golden beach where the sea is breath taking, the sandy beach shimmers gold and the ocean shoes are surrounded with sa
Reviewed By HelianaV_13
Me and my husband happens to visit the golden beach 2 weeks a go and meet Edi the owner on the Beach. He was so nice and welcoming that we decide to come back and have a full board of the gourmet experience of eating and sleeping in their tends all equipment and build on the respect to the nature of the place. The experience was wonderful from the beginning till the end. Hospitality of Selma, wonderful food of Edi and slipping with the sound of the waves has no price. We are going back definitely and this time I want to have some secret from the Kitchen of Edi. Thank you for everything and to have made our weekend so memorable.Thank you for you lovely review, we felt the same way about your being with us we look forward to your next visit soon. The secret in Eddie's kitchen stays in Eddie's kitchen so we meet in Eddie's kitchen for a secret recipe and a bite to eat. See you soon -asante sana
8. Driftwood Beach Club Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By D7291SRandrewf
Went on Friday night BBQ. The menu pricing was a little confusing, with courses being priced separately, eg starter, main and dessert. To my mind a buffet style BBQ should be an all inclusive price irrespective of the type of meat you choose. The cost is transparent and there is no confusion regarding the pricing structure. Having said that the chicken was good as were the prawns. Live music played. The dining area, by the pool is exposed to the wind.
7. The House Restaurant- Cafeterian, Pizzeria
Overall Ratings
4 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By Malcolm H
We found this place by chance one evening. Very attentive staff as was the owner, but not intrusive. Excellent fresh food served piping hot straight from the kitchen. Good focaccia served with the owners special 25 year old balsamic, delicious. Great ambience in an old converted house. Definitely a place to visit when in Malindi
6. Scorpio Villas
Overall Ratings
4 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By taemed
The food is a extraordinary! You can choose between different dishes (Buffet). The chefs are genius - especially in african and italian kitchen.Every meal is fantastic. Depending which fresh fish they have (tuna, kingfish, octopus, red or white snapper), the kitchen creates with spices an unique taste of this individual dinner! But the beef, chicken or vegetarian food is also very good!Highly recommendable!
5. Osteria
Overall Ratings
4 based on 214 reviews
Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria, Ice Cream & Pastry Shop, Beach service. Take Away & Delivery service Ristorante Italiano con Pizzeria, Bar, Gelateria, Pasticceria e Servizio Spiaggia. Servizio d'asporto e consegna a domicilio
Reviewed By Masharubu B
We recently enjoyed a pleasant lunch here. We had hoped for a few more dishes that included some seafood, as the sea is just near, but failing that settled on pizzas.Both were very good, but not really what we were looking for at the coast.Ice creams after were also delicious.Thanks for your review and to appreciate Osteria but i dont understand very well about "where is the fish...". We have many options about fish and seafood in our menu: 11 starters, 2 soup, 3 salad, 8 pasta dish, 3 risotto, 22 main cours with fish or seafood, 10 pizza... for a total of 59 dishes with fish and/or seafood, plus all the other dishes with meat and for vegetarians... You are most welcome
4. La Rosada
Overall Ratings
4 based on 242 reviews
Reviewed By Madame_Trey
La Rosada is my worst type of restaurant to review. Not breathtakingly awesome but also far from bad. Upon arrival in Malindi and in search of adventure, La Rosada popped up on my Tripadvisor search, less than 200m from our hotel, off Casuarina Road. The intimate restaurant enjoys sea breezes from the patio, also allowing you to laze the day away on one of many sunbeds.We ordered our food and were treated with focaccia while we waited.Kids ordered pizza, which was beautifully thin and crispy. I opted for frito misto, mixed deep fried seafood. Decently made but I won't be craving it like a methadone patient.Service was efficient, with a good selection of drinks.Beyond that, La Rosada puzzles me. A great location, decent service, decent food but lacking something to catapult it into greatness.
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3. KB Karen Blixen
Overall Ratings
4 based on 305 reviews
The KB Karen Blixen, in the historic square of the Center Galana in Malindi.Bar, Restaurant open for breakfast, open for lunch and dinner from 11am to 11pm.Typical Italian cuisine, swuaili, pizza.
Reviewed By Lynn C
Was really hesitant to eat here because of some reviews, but decided to try ourselves. We had lobster pasta, penne in marinara and a veggie pizza. All were very good. The pizza had a very nice crust, good sauce and real mozzarella! All this may sound like what you should expect, but obviously, it's not the norm for Africa, and it's a rare treat to find when you've had your fill of curries and chapati. We really appreciated the change, and that it was done right here... very much enjoyed this restaurant!
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2. Old Man and the Sea
Overall Ratings
4 based on 324 reviews
Reviewed By wheresdrea
The food and service at Old Man and the Sea was exceptional. The chilled cucumber mint soup was exactly what I needed on a hot and humid night, and a little kick of chili was a pleasant surprise. I will be trying to remake this recipe at home! Although not specifically on the menu, the grilled red snapper was delectable. I love that you can watch the fish prepared on the open air grill while you wait. Everything was perfectly simple and fresh - just the way I like it! As a solo diner, I'm used to a little awkwardness. However, host and server (Dennis) was perfectly welcoming - not too pushy yet perfectly attentive.
1. Baby Marrow
Overall Ratings
4 based on 236 reviews
Reviewed By wheresdrea
Really wonderful and fresh Italian food, inspired by the sea. Red snapper ravioli was wonderful - the noodles and sauce tasted homemade and delectable. The grilled seafood skewers were perfect, alongside three veggie sides. Chips were an unnecessary addition. Gelato was so, so good! Altogether a nice break from strictly African food. Service was a bit spotty, but suited me fine as a solo diner. The authenticity of the food was underscored by the number of Italians dining. Only actual irritation was the loud 80s music - but that seems to be common everywhere in Malindi...
