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Forodhani Night Market: What to Eat and What to Avoid

Forodhani is good for atmosphere, Zanzibar pizza, urojo, and sugarcane juice. Be careful with old seafood skewers.

What this article covers

  • What is usually safer
  • What to avoid
  • How to handle it
  • Best and worst timing

Quick summary

Forodhani can be fun for Zanzibar pizza, urojo, sugarcane juice, and the evening waterfront atmosphere. It is a good first-timer stop if you stay alert.

The safer strategy is to choose items cooked in front of you or high-turnover items rather than old pre-cooked seafood.