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Veranda Restaurant

Restaurant

👍 It is one of the best chill spots. I would have given it 5 stars but customer service wasn't as welcoming as we expected. We had already made reservations and upon arriving it seemed as if the reservation we made wasn't considered. And we were being told to sit at a place that wasn't even close to h... People often mention good, service, tapas, nice, restaurant, delicious, amazing, dishes, Service, small,


Address

3rd Floor Terrance, Diamante Building, 22 Chole Rd, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Contact

+255 763 491 212

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (485 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Wednesday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Thursday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Friday: 12 PM to 12 AM
  • Saturday: 12 PM to 12 AM
  • Sunday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Monday: Closed

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (23) service (18) tapas (16) nice (14) restaurant (11) delicious (10) amazing (10) dishes (10) Service (10) small (9)
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  • 4/5 JOVITUS K. 2 years ago on Google • 84 reviews
    It is one of the best chill spots. I would have given it 5 stars but customer service wasn't as welcoming as we expected. We had already made reservations and upon arriving it seemed as if the reservation we made wasn't considered. And we were being told to sit at a place that wasn't even close to how we wanted it. But thanks to a wonderful lady who came up and assisted us getting a nice place. The service is a bit slow but after we ordered the meal came just in time. I loved the cocktail shrimps and chicken Tikka. The prices are so reasonable and yeah they do serve drinks. I will definitely go again in a near future
    13 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Rebekah C. 2 years ago on Google • 296 reviews
    Fast service and nice atmosphere. The guacamole and salsa were really good. The tapas were well presented and cute. However, they are small so I would suggest getting an appetizer with it or another plate. I felt prices were a bit high for what your were getting. But they were tasty nonetheless.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Isabella T. 2 years ago on Google • 253 reviews
    Fast service, adequate tapas portions and delicious ! The cheese and spinach croquettes were crunchy and creamy inside. Also, the bbq prawns were spicy and tasty. Great option if you want to share food with friends! The cashier could have been more polite and help us to get change to pay for taxi since we were coming to restaurant for dinner. Waiter ended up doing us the favor of giving us change instead of the cashier.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Grace H. 8 months ago on Google • 11 reviews
    I really love this place!!!! You will find the best cheeseball in Masaki! Also, you will find the best sunset view!
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Penina A. 5 years ago on Google
    The food is amazing and their services are of High quality🤝. I like it
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 MOHAMED ALLY M. 5 years ago on Google
    The food here is Delicious
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Ali M. 4 years ago on Google • 96 reviews
    Decent little Tapas Bar in the Masaki area of Dar. They have 50 choices of small tapas dishes. Each comes with a free side. The tapas are more Indian/East African fusion rather than your traditional Spanish tapas. Portion sizes are at the bigger end given its tapas. I’m used to ordering 6 or 7 tapas but here 2 or 3, if with a small group, should be sufficient enough. I thought the food was ok, it didn’t blow me away but it wasn’t bad either. If google reviews allowed half stars it would be 2.5 for me. The fish and veg was certainly better than the meat options. Decent service. Parking available outside. In no rush to come back.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Aliya K. 1 year ago on Google • 128 reviews
    This place was average. The food was definitely a hit or miss with what we ordered. The menu sounds amazing but the food ended up quite bland. We ordered the five layer dip with chips for appetizers (which I highly recommend), then got the chicken sliders and mint lamb chops which was pretty disappointing. The lamb was of every good quality but they need to work on their flavouring. More over, there was extremely loud music playing, we felt like we were more at a club rather than at a restaurant, it was super dark so the waiter had to bring some more lamps on the table and it was extremely hot. The service was great, everyone was super friendly and the decor is amazing. Overall, decent experience, wouldn’t mind giving it another shot but would order something different.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lenny 2 years ago on Google • 157 reviews
    Wow! A great recommendation by a friend. Tapas sized portions so you can order two or three. Sadly they are closed on Mondays, today is Sunday and I’m leaving tomorrow. It’s on my list for the next trip.

  • 5/5 esther n. 4 years ago on Google
    The place is amazing
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chacha I. 5 years ago on Google
    The best place to feed your stomach with delicious dishes and soft drinks.I love it😍
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dorothy m. 2 years ago on Google
    Very nice place for architecture and cuisine enthusiast......
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marcel G. 4 years ago on Google
    Where delicious dishes are found
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Najum 3 months ago on Google • 111 reviews New
    The menu selection is unique, unfortunately the paneer chilly we go was too salty and the dumplings were on the dry side. Taste was there but could be better Day time visits during the rainy season is full of flies.. management need to do something about this cause it was irritating Service was good

  • 4/5 Rainer M. 2 years ago on Google
    Overall one of my favourite eateries in DAR. Service is attentive and waiting time are no Problems. The ambiance has a Mexican / Latin vibe. Drinks are fine and prices are good value. Having lived many years in Mexico it's always a challenge to find happiness in such Restaurants outside from Latin America. That said, guacamole is fine I would add some chopped jalapeño and I enjoyed the casaba chips with them. The tostada's are some of my favourites in the restaurant but surely the base is not a crispy tortilla but taste is good. What I like from original tostada's is the freshness that the chopped lettuce gives, so that could be looked into, but again they are really tasty. All the sides are nice but always take a side salad as with the pieces of apples it refreshing and very tasty. Many other dishes are enjoyable. Some suggestions, the salsa is I would say, not homemade and is horrible a typical Pico de Gallo would be much better. Quesadillas American style with lots of cheese making them super oily is just a pain to eat, just use half of the cheese and the vegetables inside a bit sautéed before also would make this dish much better, like it is, would not order again. Some non-alcoholic typical beverages also would add to the experience, agua de horchata, agua de tamarindo or jamaica as well as a Peruvian chicha morada all easy to make and such a value. But as mentioned one of my favourite places in the Peninsula and worth going.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Colman M. 5 years ago on Google
    5 rate
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rainer M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Omg, this is definitely the best. (Original) Omg,kwa mpemba is the best.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zaifath M. 4 years ago on Google
    Oooow kwa Mpemba💕💕💕.i like the sauce and environment. So lovely...Thank you
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mary M. 4 years ago on Google
    If you want to good food with a better price this is the place to be.... Little place Big taste!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Neema S. 3 months ago on Google • 74 reviews New
    Love the food selection! Everything was so deliciously seasoned and well cooked and the portions were just the right size. Also love the wine list and the wine by the glass is delicious!

  • 4/5 Ali T. 5 years ago on Google • 72 reviews
    Excellent food in a nice comfortable environment. Good selection of tapas from a variety of cuisines Chilli prawns were delicious. Service was a little slow, but a good experience nonetheless.

  • 5/5 Djibril 2 years ago on Google
    Liked the ambience and service. Tasty food. The owner was friendly with patrons, a rare sight in most places I have been.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Julie G. 4 years ago on Google
    Good place! Menu has a nice variety and food is very flavorful. Quick service and very friendly staff.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 fernando p. 1 year ago on Google
    Decent restaurant to have some tapas in Masaki. Although do not expect typical spanish tapas. Overall the food is good. The service is ok and they served quickly. A place to try…
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joseph D. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I love your food and the environment is beautiful (Original) Nmependa chakulă chenu na mazingira ni mazuri pïa
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Pragna Jui C. 1 year ago on Google
    Food is good but portion is very small. It’s more like a tapas style serving size. Compared to the portion, price is expensive. Nice ambiance, open rooftop sitting option. The staff are welcoming. Has clean toilet nearby. Would only recommend if you are for light dinner or if you need a place to chit-chat. Location is easily accessible. Got parking. Not an ideal place if you are hungry and want a good portion of your favorite food.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jaime T. 3 years ago on Google
    An oasis of beautiful calm in noisy, dusty Dar Es Salaam! The place was immediately welcoming and chic, and the vegetarian/vegan food was fabulous in every regard... plus they made an exquisite Pili Pili sauce for us as we love chilli! The staff are super friendly and our three year old bonded really well with the head waiter Biatus who gave us top notch service! We went there a lot during our 9 day stay in Dar. The only complaint is that they had some lovely vegan options that weren't available as they weren't doing them any more. Highly recommend!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shamimu L. 4 years ago on Google
    Love this place because they have all type of drinks i love especially cold Juices
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 GAMESTOP T. 6 years ago on Google
    i highly recommend this place its the best in dar, friendly service and warm
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Linda M. 1 month ago on Google • 13 reviews New
    We had some dishes to try, small platters and it was very nice. Of course, we could not finish everything. We asked for a package to take the leftovers home. They charge 500TZsh for a medium-sized aluminium box with a lid. This is the first time ever a restaurant charged me for taking home the food I already paid for. I am very disappointed with this policy in a restaurant with this view, atmosphere and menu. Make sure you are hungry before you go.

  • 4/5 Honest C. 2 years ago on Google
    From park to greet I felt a level of comfort. The attendee was polite and clear with his acceptance and writing if order. Portions are good for 2 and tasty too. The only back set was that inspite of requesting the person next to us not to smoke since we couldnt bear it and its harmfull for kids they still didnt show any humanity. But i guess there always be such people. We cannot blame Tapas for it.

  • 4/5 Eliza P. 3 years ago on Google
    Lamb chops. They were pretty good. 4 stars because they were a bit salty..probably from the sauce and the fries were not so nice. Service is fast, staff is good. Great place to relax because of outside seating.

  • 1/5 Elena K. 3 years ago on Google
    I wanted to give them another try after I experienced a very questionable value for money last time. So after almost 2 hours I was still waiting for my food. I had to call myself to find out they were just reading my comment to please make it non spicy which they were not able to (even though they did it last time). I barely experienced such a terrible customer service, seems like they don't value their customers at all as they didn't even get the courtesy to call to ask to change the order.

  • 3/5 Aranyak S. 3 years ago on Google
    Very comfortably arranged. Outdoor seating and no aircon. Welcome to Dar es Salaam heat wave.

  • 5/5 Bryson M. 4 years ago on Google
    Spicy manchurian...best in Dar!

  • 5/5 Varsha K. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent service and Food

  • 4/5 Martin M. 3 years ago on Google
    There nice

  • 4/5 Hussein Z. 3 years ago on Google
    Good food.. enjoyed

  • 4/5 Denish K. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place !!

  • 5/5 Gervaz L. 3 years ago on Google
    Unique dining experience in Dar es salaam

  • 3/5 S. K. 2 years ago on Google
    Ambiance is nice for solo or couples dining. I went with my children and it was just ok. The food could absolutely be better tasting. I am disappointed about the food. Clean restroom.

  • 5/5 kevin p. 2 years ago on Google
    Great food good service. Quote from my nephew: “Every single bite was good”.

  • 2/5 Justin C. 2 years ago on Google
    The food was delicious and the surroundings were good but the price for the small portion of foods was highly exaggerated especially the side dishes, even the drinks. Again the food was delicious but steep price for such small portions

  • 3/5 Reiner H. 1 year ago on Google
    The Chef still need some basic training lessons. Food is quite good but some items on the menu can hardly recognized with what is delivered. Pesto is a well known and defined mandatory composition that is not what is served. Value for money is questionable.

  • 5/5 Agnes b. 1 year ago on Google
    Food is consistently good. My repeat orders are never disappointing; I always get what I expected. Whenever I try a new dish, I am pleasantly surprised.

  • 4/5 sharon s. 1 year ago on Google
    Tapas style restaurant. The new location is much better, you have a nice breeze. Be wear it short of parking space . Prices are reasonable I will say in the medium range. Service is good , everybody speak English.

  • 4/5 Mwamini 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful ambiance , nice view especially in the evenings when the sun is setting . Food portion was much less that I expected in comparison to the price , tastes good nevertheless

  • 5/5 Mar io G. 10 months ago on Google
    The spot to visit.. after dinner we stopped by for a drinks, Moscow Mile and Lemonade Elderflower which was top notch served and we really had great time there. Not for kids, gentlemen and ladies only. Service amazing, atmosphere amazing, view amazing what else to say than amazing Veranda! Recommend and will return 🙏🙏 asante sana

  • 5/5 Hardev B. 2 months ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    Travelling with a gang of friends from London, we had an opportunity to dine at the Veranda restaurant in Dar-es-salaam – I was blown away by the selection of the Indian Tapas dishes that were served by the restaurant. Lovingly prepared and what a beautiful presentation of food that was put in front of us, mouth-watering dishes and each dish was perfectly prepared by the chef, be it a starters, mains or dessert. We had a selection of dishes between us and we were so full after the first round just because of the sheer diversity of dishes that were available to us. I particularly enjoyed the Tempura prawns, buffalo wings and how can I forget the famous cheese balls. If I have another opportunity to visit Dar, I will definitely go there again. Jan 2024

  • 4/5 Burhanettin A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice place. Worth seeing (Original) Güzel bir yer .Görmeye deger

  • 5/5 Alex B. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place

  • 5/5 Mboka U. 4 years ago on Google
    Best food in Dar es salaam. Especially the beef tacos

  • 5/5 Kadima L. 4 years ago on Google
    it's so nice for the happy hour♥

  • 4/5 Vasudha B. 4 years ago on Google
    Great Ambience. Superb Food. Nice Service.

  • 5/5 Stella M. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful spot

  • 5/5 Henry c. 3 years ago on Google
    The only Mexican restaurants in dar

  • 5/5 Jacques E. 3 years ago on Google
    Best tapas in Dar

  • 5/5 Kimberly S. 3 years ago on Google
    Mexican Night was a success !

  • 5/5 Albanyguy518 5. 3 years ago on Google
    Very good food and atmosphere. Service was excellent!!👍🏾👍🏾

  • 1/5 Aiman C. 4 years ago on Google
    Sloooow service maybe because there were too many people

  • 5/5 Kim M. 3 years ago on Google
    The perfect place for small plates to share! Their chilli garlic rice is sublime. Also highly recommend the Thai ginger fish

  • 5/5 Mtickason 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing Food , 100% recommend

  • 4/5 Gilly 5 years ago on Google
    First time today, but would definitely come again and again. We (me and my wife) loved the vibe, the kind of people you surround yourself with, it feels welcoming. We tried the #SeafoodBruschetta, #GarlicChilliPrawns #tapas... ooh you'd wish this was a full course. I crown these guys #TapasMaster in Dar. You should definitely visit them

  • 5/5 Sajjan H. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food. Amazing selection. Definitely try the shrimp tacos, the beef sliders, and the fire chicken wings.

  • 5/5 Eric P. 6 years ago on Google
    What a gem! We had an assortment of delicious tapas. Service was excellent and the restaurant itself is beautiful. 10 out of 10!

  • 5/5 K D. 4 years ago on Google
    1) Food - Excellent 2) Price - Expensive For The Small Portion Served 3) Table For 2 People 4) Service - Excellent 5) Time To Serve Food - Can't Complain

  • 5/5 Morten J. 3 years ago on Google
    Very tasty and varied tapas

  • 4/5 Crusader F. 3 years ago on Google
    Good food Quantity is low Quality is good

  • 5/5 Nikki A. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent food and service! Beautifully cozy!

  • 4/5 klaus j. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice and cheap place good food

  • 5/5 Swahili T. 4 years ago on Google
    Nc

  • 5/5 Phil G. 4 years ago on Google
    Among the best food in Dar. A true gem.

  • 4/5 Hugo J. 4 years ago on Google
    Good service

  • 5/5 Tri Niasih A. 4 years ago on Google
    Fast service, cozy place, delicious food. I've tried the money bag (chicken dumpling), Chili-Garlic Prawn and Nutella crepes.

  • 5/5 Réda Z. 4 years ago on Google
    Good food and nice Price

  • 3/5 Karim 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing! but expensive small portions (starters size), won't get full.

  • 5/5 Jamila L. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing tapas, very delicious and decently sized! Its one of my go to restaurants. 😍

  • 5/5 JIHYE.LISA.HEKIMA K. 4 years ago on Google
    Love this place

  • 5/5 Jarryd B. 3 years ago on Google
    Still my best place ever

  • 5/5 Gabriele M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) creative menu and with excellent food. (Original) menu creativo e con cibo eccellente.

  • 5/5 Taryn von W. 4 years ago on Google
    The food is amazing!!

  • 5/5 Beatha N. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful Mexican bar and restaurant in Dar

  • 5/5 Empower L. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice food

  • 5/5 Josiah M. 4 years ago on Google
    Good Food

  • 5/5 Emmanuel E. 4 years ago on Google
    The ambiance is amazing

  • 5/5 aysha g. 4 years ago on Google
    Delicious food

  • 5/5 Linda G. 4 years ago on Google
    Delicious food and very beautiful with unique decorations


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free street parking
    • ✓️ Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Halal food
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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