The Restaurant @ Casa Rex
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Boutique hotel restaurant at Casa Rex, known for seafood and sunset views over the bay
Out & About SA lists 27 places to eat and drink in Vilanculos, in the Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago. 3 are rated 4.3★ or higher by visitors. They span Fine Dining & Bistro, Cafés & Bakeries and Pubs & Breweries. Every listing is hand-checked and kept current — browse them below, or open the full Southern Mozambique eats guide.
Kilimanjaro Cafe
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Outstanding coffee shop operating since 2012, serving quality food, cakes and coffee
Jenny's Bar & Restaurant
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Popular spot with a rooftop terrace for sunset drinks and casual international food
Bahia Mar
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Boutique hotel dining and beach bar serving seafood and cocktails overlooking the archipelago
Bush Beach Bar & Restaurant
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Beachside restaurant specialising in matapa, seafood and local Mozambican cuisine
Dugong Dude's
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Beachfront local food spot serving delicious seafood and Mozambican dishes with ocean views
Leftbank
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Riverside bar and eatery in Vilanculos with a relaxed vibe, drinks and grilled fare
Tropical Bar
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Beach bar offering fresh seafood, drinks and cocktails with live music and sea views
Taurus
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Vilanculos restaurant popular for grilled steaks, ribs and hearty portions
Afro Bar
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
African bar and casual eatery in Vilanculos
Baobab Beach Restaurant
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Beachside backpacker restaurant with coastal views and seafood
Bar Nyeleti
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Trendy nightlife bar serving half chickens, seafood and drinks
Cafe Mocambicano
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Local cafe in Vilanculos town
Casa Jules
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Guesthouse restaurant serving authentic Mozambican cuisine
Casa Mika Cafe
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Cafe serving seafood and healthy dishes
Casbah
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Popular seafood restaurant and bar in Vilanculos
Dugong Dude's Local Food
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Beachfront spot for seafood and Mozambican dishes with ocean views
Fazila Take Away
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
24-hour takeaway grilling chicken, kebabs, fish and squid
Kutsaka Cafe
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Popular beachfront cafe set in a manicured garden
Leopoldina's
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Restaurant serving African cuisine and seafood
Restaurante Bar Sol Nascente
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Local restaurant serving Mozambican cuisine with ocean views
Samara Restaurant
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Lodge restaurant with ocean views and local seafood cuisine
Vilanculos Beach Lodge Restaurant
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Beachfront lodge restaurant and bar with African cuisine
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Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Resort restaurant serving European and Portuguese cuisine
Wasabi Sushi Vilankulo
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Sushi spot serving Japanese fare in Vilankulo
Zitas Restaurant
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Cosy rustic venue near Baobab Beach serving homemade African cuisine
Zombie Cucumber
Vilanculos & the Bazaruto Archipelago
Backpacker lodge bar and eatery known for pizzas and a relaxed vibe