Where the Garden
Comes Alive.
Bold modern Asian cooking, shared plates and signature cocktails — served under the lanterns of a hidden garden in Paje.
The Art of Asian Dining, With a Modern Twist.
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.
Three Reasons to Stay the Evening
Modern Asian, Made to Share
Skewers, dumplings, ramen of the day, beef noodles and catch of the day — bold, generous and built for the middle of the table.
Cocktails Worth Lingering Over
Signature cocktails, cold beer and a considered wine list — poured from a bar that glows as the sun goes down.
A Green Oasis in Paje
A hidden garden of trees, plants and lantern light — relaxed by day, quietly magic by night. A creative space made for slowing down.
Dishes & Drinks We’re Known For
Skewers & Bites
Char-grilled, spiced and made for sharing.
Ramen & Noodles
The ramen of the day and the beef noodles our regulars return for.
Catch of the Day
Zanzibar’s daily catch, cooked the modern Asian way.
Shared Feasts
Boards of colour and spice, passed hand to hand.
Signature Cocktails
Bright, balanced and built for the garden.
Late in the Garden
One more round under the lanterns.
The Team Behind Basil
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.
- AnnieGeneral Manager
- QuentinHead Chef
- ShedrackAssistant Manager
Let Us Host Your Night.
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.
Plan an Event
Visit Basil in Paje
Tucked into a green garden just back from the beach — look for the lanterns. Walk in for lunch, or reserve ahead for dinner.
A Kim Dining Concept Project
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
What Guests Say About Basil
“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.”
A Modern Asian Restaurant & Bar in Paje, Zanzibar
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.
Asian Food & Cocktails in a Paje Garden
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.
Restaurants in Paje & Things to Do in Zanzibar
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.
Book a Table
Tell us when you’d like to join us in the garden, and we’ll confirm your table by email.
Pull Up a Chair at Basil.
Reserve a table, message us, or find your way to the lanterns — we’d love to host you in Paje.