Shearwater Cafe

Victoria Falls (town)

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A glitzy cafe seems a bit incongruous along Victoria Fall's sleepy main strip, but it's proven a hit with tourists wanting a chic European-style atmosphere to sip their lattes streetside. During the heat of the day most head indoors to its swanky air-conditioned interior. The food is good quality, with eggy breakfasts, grilled Mozambique tiger prawn dishes, Zimbabwean steaks, sandwiches and a good burger and pizza selection.

Its sister Rainforest Cafe within the falls entrance gate has the same menu.

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