Zanzibar

Name: Zanzibar
Address: 304 E Cesar Chavez St Unit 700, Austin, TX, United States, 78701
Telephone: (737) 787-6969
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (833)

$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 13, 2025

10:30 PM

Booked 39 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for creative cocktails
Great for outdoor dining
Great for scenic views

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.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar, Unspecified
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(737) 787-6969
Website
https://www.zanzibaratx.com/?scid=45f93f1b-bd77-45c9-8dab-83b6a417f6fe&y_source=1_MTgwOTg5NDgtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
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

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

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! 🍹

Private dining

Duke's Pearl$16.00
Rum, passionfruit, pineapple, honey, lime
The Devil & the Deep Blue Sea$16.00
Bourbon, pineapple, orgeat, orange, lemon
Bird of Paradise$16.00
Gin, pineapple, aperitivo, lime, demerara
Mai Tai$16.00
Rum, curacao, orgeat, lime, mint
Feels Like Summer$16.00
Tequila, pineapple, guava, chili
Tradewinds$16.00
Rum, coconut, peach, aperitivo (aperol), lime, frozen drink
Zanzibar Swizzle$16.00
Rum, hibiscus, ginger, allspice, lime, frozen drink
Saturn$16.00
Gin, vodka, passion fruit, orgeat, lime

Non-Alcoholic

$10 each

Spice Island$10.00
Hibiscus, ginger, allspice, lime
Clean Wave$10.00
Pineapple, peach, mint, lime

What 833 people are saying

Zanzibar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Austin
Great for scenic views
Austin
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Zanzibar in Austin is a vibrant rooftop destination offering "a lush, tropical escape" with "fantastic downtown views." Guests praise the "amazing atmosphere" and "fantastic service," highlighting the "fun vibes and drinks." While food reviews vary, the craft cocktails and ambiance are consistently celebrated. Reservations are recommended for this "unique rooftop experience."

833 Reviews

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Giovanna
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great! They only forgot to tell our server that was our anniversary so nothing special was done. But the place is nice!
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Nick VIP
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fun and good cocktails, nice views of the city, and frequent service. Recommended
ZanzibarResponded 5 days ago
Hi Nick! Thank you for the wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had a memorable experience here at Zanzibar. We aim to provide exceptional service, and we are glad to hear that we hit the mark for you! We look forward to serving you again soon! Lexi Wallace, Assistant General Manager
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Winford
Central Texas1 review
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
This place is incredible. The service was a little slow for my taste. Sat without being serviced for about 10 minutes and then very infrequent with follow up request.
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Chloe
Austin2 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
A bit confusing to find but not that different from other hotels. The sparkling water was very over priced at 33 cents per ounce before tax. I found a liter of San peligrino priced at 9$ is a better price found at competing hotels in Austin. I went to do some work on my iPad but the bar was really really dark with no candles or lights. Pineapple salsa was good and my drink as well. Not a bad experience and would go back with friends
ZanzibarResponded 5 days ago
Hi Chloe. 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 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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Heather VIP
Dallas - Fort Worth8 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fun vibes and drinks! Great rooftop and space and good food too!
ZanzibarResponded 7 days ago
Hi Heather! Thank you for the wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had a memorable experience here at Zanzibar. We aim to provide exceptional service, and we are glad to hear that we hit the mark for you! We look forward to serving you again soon! Lexi Wallace, Assistant General Manager
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Leila
Fort Lauderdale1 review
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I really had a GREAT time Food and drinks were SO GOOD! Will definitely be back
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JoAnn
Fort Lauderdale3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great experience! Atmosphere and food! Would definitely go back!
ZanzibarResponded on May 31, 2025
Hi Joann! Thank you for the wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had a memorable experience here at Zanzibar. We aim to provide exceptional service, and we are glad to hear that we hit the mark for you! We look forward to serving you again soon! Lexi Wallace, Assistant General Manager
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Sean VIP
Austin13 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely five stars! Oh, what can I say? It was an amazing experience again at Zanzibar. Even though it was raining and thundering, they went above and beyond by offering me umbrellas for free so I wouldn’t get wet on my way out—such thoughtful service! I also had the pleasure of speaking with the manager (I think her name is Drea) and she was truly amazing and very respectful. I always feel so welcome here. Highly recommend!
ZanzibarResponded on June 1, 2025
Hi Sean! Thank you for the wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had a memorable experience here at Zanzibar. We aim to provide exceptional service, and we are glad to hear that Drea hit the mark for you! We look forward to serving you again soon! Lexi Wallace, Assistant General Manager
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Dylon VIP
San Antonio5 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Two stars because the atmosphere and view from the rooftop were nice but other than that the service was terrible for one plate of food (soggy brisket sliders) and 30 minutes to get every drink we ordered (they weren’t good.) Place didn’t seem too busy last night, so not sure why service was so bad. We’re staying here at the Marriott and we wouldn’t go back to this place. Plenty of other rooftops close by that would be better.
ZanzibarResponded on May 24, 2025
Hi Dylon. 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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Liz
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very fun cocktails in cool cups!! Food was ok - drinks were definitely better. The service was awesome and we had a great table with a view. I will definitely be back for drinks!
ZanzibarResponded on May 24, 2025
Hi Liz! Thank you for the wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had a memorable experience here at Zanzibar. We aim to provide exceptional service, and we are glad to hear that we hit the mark for you! We look forward to serving you again soon! Lexi Wallace, Assistant General Manager
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Zanzibar is rated 4.6 stars by 833 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 13, 2025

10:30 PM

Booked 39 times today

Experiences are available.

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–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

Website
https://www.zanzibaratx.com/?scid=45f93f1b-bd77-45c9-8dab-83b6a417f6fe&y_source=1_MTgwOTg5NDgtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Phone number
(737) 787-6969
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

Zanzibar

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Tiki Tuesday 🌺

Private dining

Zanzibar East

Zanzibar West Lawn

Full Lawn

Custom inquiry

Menu

Specialty Drinks

Duke's Pearl$16.00

The Devil & the Deep Blue Sea$16.00

Bird of Paradise$16.00

Mai Tai$16.00

Feels Like Summer$16.00

Tradewinds$16.00

Zanzibar Swizzle$16.00

Saturn$16.00

Non-Alcoholic

Spice Island$10.00

Clean Wave$10.00

What 833 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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Is Zanzibar currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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