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Mwaepe Fisherman Beach Restaurant

Google rating 4.2 (283 reviews)$ · Budget
Ukunda
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Ranked in Best Casual Dining in Ukunda

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About

The seafood here is caught that morning and grilled on the beach — you're watching sunset and eating prawns that were swimming hours ago. It's a local favorite for a reason, with fair prices and zero pretense. Go for the octopus if it's fresh, skip the cocktails.

Highlights

  • Dine-in
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Vegetarian options
  • Takes reservations

HoursOpen now

Monday8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
TuesdayToday8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Google reviews

4.2283 Google reviews
  • Geoffrey G.Google review · 21 Dec 2025

    One of the great options for sea food if you particularly looking for grilled fish besides prawns and shrimps that neighbouring restaurants only specialise in. Quiet beach front with few to no beach goers you will enjoy the tranquil stay.

  • Dražen S.Google review · 5 Dec 2025

    Very nice family place. Fresh and tasty seafood.

  • Ernest C.Google review · 11 Sep 2025

    Food and service was excellent! The seafood platter for two is HUGEEEEE

  • Rebecca L.Google review · 10 Jun 2025

    We had a lovely meal at Mwepe, a great local spot in Diani. The seafood was very fresh and tasty at reasonable prices - you can really tell it’s locally sourced and cooked with care. We truly enjoyed the food, the ginger crab was amazing, should be served in a shell to be more beautiful 😃 The only small suggestion: it would be great to have more candles or something to help with the flies, especially in the evening. Still, a great experience overall - fresh seafood in a relaxed local setting.

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  • Gee D.Google review · 6 Jan 2019

    What a fantastic spot for lunch or an early dinner! Had a very delicious meal here. Everything super fresh, staff is very nice and speak multiple languages (at least English and French). Definitely a must if you're in the Diani area.

Location

Diani Beach Road, Diani Beach, Kenya

Ukunda

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Frequently Asked Questions

Mwaepe Fisherman Beach Restaurant is open daily, 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Mwaepe Fisherman Beach Restaurant is located at Diani Beach Road, Diani Beach.
Mwaepe Fisherman Beach Restaurant is budget ($).
Yes, Google lists Mwaepe Fisherman Beach Restaurant as taking reservations. Call +254 713 525196 to book.

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