Bold modern Asian cooking, shared plates and signature cocktails — served under the lanterns of a hidden garden in Paje.
At Basil, we celebrate the art of Asian dining with a modern twist — bold flavours, dishes made to be shared, and a garden that hums softly into the night.
Our kitchen draws from the bustling streets and hidden courtyards of Asia, reimagined with the produce and spirit of Zanzibar. Plates arrive to be passed around the table; the bar pours cocktails worth lingering over; and the garden — green, lantern-lit, a little secret — turns every dinner into an occasion. Every meal here tells a story.
Basil is a Kim Dining Concept project, and one of Paje’s most loved tables — rated 4.8 out of 5 across 474 Google reviews.
Skewers, dumplings, ramen of the day, beef noodles and catch of the day — bold, generous and built for the middle of the table.
Signature cocktails, cold beer and a considered wine list — poured from a bar that glows as the sun goes down.
A hidden garden of trees, plants and lantern light — relaxed by day, quietly magic by night. A creative space made for slowing down.
Char-grilled, spiced and made for sharing.
The ramen of the day and the beef noodles our regulars return for.
Zanzibar’s daily catch, cooked the modern Asian way.
Boards of colour and spice, passed hand to hand.
Bright, balanced and built for the garden.
One more round under the lanterns.
Basil runs on a close-knit team who treat every guest like they’ve been invited over for dinner — warm, easy and genuinely glad you came.
An intimate dinner under the stars, a joyful garden celebration, a long table of friends around shared plates — at Basil, every occasion becomes a little story to remember.
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Tucked into a green garden just back from the beach — look for the lanterns. Walk in for lunch, or reserve ahead for dinner.
Basil is one of a small family of hospitality concepts created by Kim Anh across Zanzibar — each with its own character, all built on the same warmth.
Discover the full collection at kimdiningconcept.com
“The food was the best we’ve had in Zanzibar. The atmosphere is really nice and relaxing — a little oasis off the hustle and bustle of the beach. We will be back!”
“I was impressed by absolutely everything — the energy, the design, the concept. And the food? Outstanding. The ramen of the day and the beef noodles were exceptional.”
“A beautiful green oasis in Paje — a true hidden gem. You feel very relaxed, surrounded by trees and plants. The decor is stunning. 10/10.”
Basil is a modern Asian kitchen and bar set in a lantern-lit garden in Paje, on Zanzibar’s east coast. One of the best-rated restaurants in Paje — 4.8 out of 5 from 474 Google reviews — Basil serves bold, contemporary Asian cuisine designed for sharing, alongside signature cocktails and a relaxed garden atmosphere.
Our menu reaches across Asia and reimagines it with Zanzibar’s produce: skewers and small plates, dumplings, the ramen of the day, beef noodles, and the daily catch from the coast. The bar pours signature cocktails, cold beer and wine — perfect as the sun sets over the garden. Whether you’re looking for dinner in Paje, a relaxed lunch, or somewhere memorable for drinks, Basil is a green oasis just back from the beach.
Among restaurants in Paje and on Zanzibar’s east coast, Basil stands out for its design, atmosphere and modern Asian cooking. It’s an ideal spot for couples, groups and celebrations — and a favourite for garden events under the stars. Walk in, or reserve a table ahead by WhatsApp.
Tell us when you’d like to join us in the garden, and we’ll confirm your table by email.
Reserve a table, message us, or find your way to the lanterns — we’d love to host you in Paje.
