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9
of 10

Excellent
2569 reviews
Ambience
9.3
Food
9.0
Service
8.8
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  • Diego H.1 review

    March 27, 2025

    9.5/10

    Good food. Nice views

  • Jonathan H.3 reviews

    March 21, 2025

    10/10

    Food excellent, very well-cooked and presented, lacked fancy frills and irrelevancies. The service, especially by a young lady from Nepal, was beyond first class, charming, instantaneous, non-intrusive, and all accomanied by an enchanting happy smile. A blythe spirit, a member of a superb team. The room is beautiful, as the view would have been except it was dark outside.

  • Diego R.42 reviews

    March 10, 2025

    2/10

    A complete disappointment. The way that the staff was being disrespectful, dismissive and homophobic was surreal. You could notice a difference between mine and partner’s table and the other one with straight single women. The staff treated them much better. I guess there’s such a thing as preferential treatment. The staff barely spoke to us. Removed plates without even asking. And forgot to provide THEFORK discount. To simplify, not the best experience.

  • Vanessa B.

    Vanessa B.16 reviews

    March 6, 2025

    7.5/10

    great place and atmosphere. everything is very well designed with beautiful details, from the porcelains to the interiors. Food taste was very good but my main course (Zambeian Chicken) was just bones. I told to the waiter and I didn't get any feedback. i was expecting someone to come to the table and apologize since it is not cheap. I was a bit disappointed to say the least . all the rest was great

    ZambezeOwner

    Dear Vanessa, Thank you for your kind words and detailed feedback about our restaurant. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere, design details, and the overall taste of our dishes. We are truly sorry that your experience with the Zambezian Grilled Chicken was not up to expectations, and that our team did not provide immediate feedback. Please accept our sincere apologies for this oversight. Your feedback is invaluable, and we are taking steps to ensure that such issues are promptly addressed in the future. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back soon for an experience that fully meets your expectations.

  • Luís M.11 reviews

    January 16, 2025

    10/10

    Great view from the terrace and very nice ample space, ideal for groups. Curries and risottos were among the most appreciated courses.

    ZambezeOwner

    Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the stunning view from our terrace and found the space ideal for groups. It’s wonderful to know that the curries and risottos stood out as favorites. We look forward to welcoming you back for more delightful moments!

  • Conceição R.

    Conceição R.138 reviews

    October 18, 2024

    10/10

    The place has beautiful although comfortable design, amazing views, irreproachable service, tasty and creative food and fair prices

    ZambezeOwner

    Dear Conceição, We really appreciate your feedback. It's always a joy to know that our customers are satisfied. We look forward to seeing you on your next visit. Best regards, Zambeze Team

  • Lenny P.

    Lenny P.60 reviews

    September 27, 2024

    8.5/10

    The food was good, unfortunately one member of our party was not served until we had all finished. Nothing we ordered required additional cooking time.

    ZambezeOwner

    Dear Lenny, We thank you for taking the time to give us such a positive review. We hope you will visit us again for a new culinary experience. Best regards, Zambeze Team

  • Hannes B.1 review

    August 27, 2024

    7/10

    Waiters were really slow and I went into the kitchen to grab one dish they forgot to bring along the other dishes, since waiters were nowhere to be found.

    ZambezeOwner

    Dear Hannes, On behalf of our team, we appreciate your comments, which we hold in the highest regards. On your next meal, we look forward to having you as a guest. With kind regards, Zambeze Team

  • Anna C.

    Anna C.113 reviews

    August 18, 2024

    10/10

    Beautiful restaurant Smiling staff Good food !

    ZambezeOwner

    Dear Anna, Thank you very much for choosing us and for taking the time to evaluate our services. It was a pleasure for us to welcome you, and we hope, in the next opportunity, to welcome you back to our restaurant. Many regards, Zambeze Team

  • Kuro S.2 reviews

    August 12, 2024

    10/10

    Amazing view, great location, superb food; and such friendly staff.

    ZambezeOwner

    Dear Kuro, We thank you for the preference and for the time taken to evaluate our services. We are very pleased with your kind comment and hope to welcome you back to our restaurant. Best regards, Zambeze Team

  • Pernilla W.3 reviews

    August 8, 2024

    9.5/10

    Good food, nice service and splendid view.

    ZambezeOwner

    Dear Pernilla, Thank you very much for choosing us and for taking the time to evaluate our services. It was a pleasure for us to welcome you, and we hope, in the next opportunity, to welcome you back to our restaurant. Many regards, Zambeze Team

  • Cecile R.2 reviews

    July 1, 2024

    6/10

    Amazing view, very nice food, but service a disaster. Very slow, rude and careless, 20 minutes waiting for the wine, waiters shouting the name of your plate, no smile, no attention. Too bad, as the rest is fine

    ZambezeOwner

    Dear Cecile, We appreciate you having taken your time to share your experience with us. We regret not having lived up to your expectations during your meal, your feedback will be shared with our team so that in the future we may better avoid similar situations. We do hope you may consider us for your next restaurant, one that can show how our service matches with the highest of standards. Best regards, Zambeze Team

  • Keith B.7 reviews

    June 9, 2024

    9.5/10

    The atmosphere, decor , service and Food was superb ! Would highly recommend. The Food had very individual flavours and each dish offered a great experience of culinary art of cooking. Good Chef ..

    ZambezeOwner

    Dear Keith, Thank you very much for choosing us and for taking the time to evaluate our services. It was a pleasure for us to welcome you, and we hope, in the next opportunity, to welcome you back to our restaurant. Many regards, Zambeze Team

  • Karine W.1 review

    April 14, 2024

    10/10

    It was absolutely awesome. The food, the view the staff… Great experience overall

    ZambezeOwner

    Dear Karine, We thank you for the preference and for the time taken to evaluate our services. We are very pleased with your kind comment and to know that you enjoyed our location and staff! We hope to welcome you back to our restaurant. Best regards, Zambeze Team

  • Marco s.2 reviews

    April 5, 2024

    7/10

    Nice setting and good food, but I found it overpriced for the poor level of service and basic selection of menu

    ZambezeOwner

    Dear Mr. Marco, We thank you for the preference and for the time taken to evaluate our services. . It was a pleasure for us to welcome you, this certainly will be shared with our team so that our service consistently meets our service standards. We hope to welcome you back to our restaurant. Best regards, Zambeze team

  • Hugo B.23 reviews

    March 23, 2024

    10/10

    Restaurant with very nice staff and ambience. Definitely coming back!

    ZambezeOwner

    Dear Hugo, On behalf of the entire team, thank you very much for your kind comment. We are very happy to know that you had a pleasant experience with us and that you liked our staff and ambience! We hope in the next opportunity, to welcome you back to our restaurant. Best regards, Zambeze team

  • Teddi S.1 review

    February 18, 2024

    10/10

    Surprisingly excellent!

    ZambezeOwner

    Dear Client, Thank you very much for choosing us and for taking the time to evaluate our services. It was a pleasure for us to welcome you and we hope , in the next opportunity, to welcome you back to our restaurant. Many regards, Zambeze Team

  • R B.4 reviews

    January 19, 2024

    10/10

    Beautiful restaurant! Friendly and very attentive staff. Good food and the view from the terrace is breathtaking.

    ZambezeOwner

    Dear client, On behalf of the entire team, thank you very much for your kind comment. We are very happy to know that you had a pleasant experience with us and we hope in the next opportunity, to welcome you back to our restaurant. Until then, follow our social networks and be the first to know about our news and offers and discounts! Best regards, Zambeze Restaurante & Rooftop Bar Team

  • Heli P.3 reviews

    January 6, 2024

    8/10

    Restaurant is stylish and in good location. Food was good, portions were very hot and of good size. However, compared to price, quality was average, nothing special. Meat and vegetables were slightly overcooked. Display was dull. Service was friendly enough and attentive, but Yamms-discount wasn´t taken into account directly. Also, when we ordered two soups for starters, waiter asked whether we like some bread with it. It was an unpleasent suprise, that the bread costed more than two soups.

    ZambezeOwner

    Dear client, Thank you very much for visiting and for posting your review. On behalf of our team we appreciate your comments, which we hold in the highest regards. On your next meal, we look forward to having you as a guest. With kind regards, Zambeze Restaurante & Rooftop Bar Team

  • Tatjana V.1 review

    January 1, 2024

    10/10

    We loved the ambiance, the view, excellent and very amicable service. Food was out of this world:served on exquisite plates, prepared on a real Mozambican way, our waiter new a lot about Maputo,where some of stayed frequently many years ago. We also enjoyed the little lanes in Alfama which we had to "navigate" to locate "Zambeze".

    ZambezeOwner

    Dear client, We thank you for the preference and for the time taken to evaluate our services. We are very pleased with your kind comment and hope to welcome you back to our restaurant. Many regards, Zambeze Restaurante & Rooftop Bar Team

  • Keith J.1 review

    December 2, 2023

    10/10

    Beautiful scenery over looking the city. The food is amazing as is the facilities and service!

    ZambezeOwner

    Dear client, We thank you for the preference and for the time taken to evaluate our services. We are very pleased with your kind comment and hope to welcome you back to our restaurant. Best regards, Zambeze Restaurante & Rooftop Bar Team

  • Marc H.

    Marc H.167 reviews

    November 27, 2023

    8.5/10

    Beautifully decorated restaurant, with an amazing view over the heart of Lisbon. Nice considerate service. Food is good but less innovative than expected.

    ZambezeOwner

    Dear client, We thank you for the preference and for the time taken to evaluate our services. We are very pleased with your kind comment and hope to welcome you back to our restaurant. Best regards, Zambeze Team

  • Antonio P.21 reviews

    November 18, 2023

    8/10

    The restaurant provides a sophisticated ambiance, complemented by the use of Vista Alegre dishes. The service is generally pleasant and friendly. However, we did encounter a minor issue with the receptionist, who may have seemed disengaged and preoccupied with his computer. Given the restaurant's standards, we had anticipated a higher level of interaction and a warmer welcome. On a positive note, the dishes served at the restaurant were of exceptional quality, showcasing the use of premium ingredients. If you are seeking a taste of Mozambican cuisine, the restaurant offers a worthwhile experience. Nevertheless, there was an unfortunate incident where we requested a non-alcoholic cocktail due to an allergy, but were served one containing alcohol instead. Fortunately, the consequences were minimal, resulting in only temporary dizziness and facial redness for my partner. Additionally, at the conclusion of our meal, the expected Yum discount was not applied and we add to ask to correct the final bill. In summary, it would be advantageous for the restaurant to focus on improving the initial customer welcome and providing a more attentive and warm reception. By doing so, they can elevate their overall service and cultivate a more enjoyable dining atmosphere for their valued patrons.

    ZambezeOwner

    Dear client, We thank you for the preference and for the time taken to evaluate our services. We are very pleased with your kind comment and hope to welcome you back to our restaurant. This certainly will be shared with our team so that our service consistently meets our service standards. Best regards, Zambeze Team

  • Patricia R.37 reviews

    October 21, 2023

    10/10

    Spectacular panoramic views over Lisbon. For dinner go earlier to see Lisbon colors at sunset, while drinking something. Food is very well cooked and tasty. Laurentina shrimps or the Mozambique’s crab curry are two delicious plates. The octopus, cod fish and the steak are equally delicious and more traditional Portuguese with a twist. The service is very good. To go back!

  • Rebekah K.

    Rebekah K.1 review

    October 7, 2023

    10/10

    Great dinning experience, the ambience, service and food were 10 out of 10!

  • Amelia A.

    Amelia A.2 reviews

    September 4, 2023

    10/10

    Amazing meal. Every course was delicious including the wine!

  • Carolyn H.2 reviews

    September 13, 2023

    8.5/10

    Great spot with a view and unique menu. Servers were professional and helpful. Food was very good.

  • Nayansaku M.3 reviews

    August 15, 2023

    10/10

    This restaurant is excellent, both in terms of the quality of the service and the attentiveness of the waiters and waitresses, as well as the chefs for the food, and more specifically the seafood. It's a must-see in Lisbon and I come back every time I'm in the city. A big thanks to the whole team for their impeccable service and the care they put in.

  • Hakim B.51 reviews

    July 11, 2023

    9/10

    Delicious fous and great view for a reasonable price. The shrimps were divine. Thé octopus was perfectly cook. The service was good but slightly stretch in their desires to please all customers inside and outside. But will be back

  • Rosemary T.

    Rosemary T.1 review

    June 18, 2023

    9/10

    The onion risotto hands down was one of the best I’ve had with the black pig fillet. Food was delicious. Service could be a little bit better but ambiance was excellent too

  • Beth M.2 reviews

    May 30, 2023

    10/10

    Delicious blend of Portuguese and Mozambican flavors. Nice wine list. Gorgeous views!

  • Mayara A.

    Mayara A.13 reviews

    May 21, 2023

    4.5/10

    The food was good but the service was terrible. The guy that works at the reception was super arrogant and didn't welcome us at all. Never returning and would not recommend

  • Will R.1 review

    April 13, 2023

    2/10

    Woeful! no atmosphere, food is overpriced and servings are tiny. i had to go home and eat more cos i was so hungry. servers were uninspired and very slow

  • Oliver B.1 review

    April 1, 2023

    7/10

    Nice restaurant with a breathtaking view over Lissabon. Dinner was good for a fair price. Service was ok. Expected some more fusion of Mozambican and Portuguese kitchen.

  • Damian S.32 reviews

    March 18, 2023

    10/10

    Awesome restaurant, tasty meals and great service. The views and the ambiance were excellent

  • Guglielmo M.1 review

    February 17, 2023

    7.5/10

    Really nice place. Welcoming and service are nothing special. Too much light and not so intim atmosphere. Really good food!

  • José Maria K.3 reviews

    February 17, 2023

    10/10

    I like the space and reception I loved all congrats for Zambeze restaurant I recommend.

  • mandeep m.

    mandeep m.3 reviews

    January 28, 2023

    10/10

    Great food, lovely setting would highly recommend. There is lots to choose from on the menu and everything we ordered was delicious. The views are also great.

  • Nuno M.2 reviews

    January 22, 2023

    10/10

    Congrats for the great food and service.

  • Alexandre J.

    Alexandre J.6 reviews

    January 18, 2023

    10/10

    Really great and chic restaurant

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