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Westlands is one of Nairobi's most vibrant entertainment and dining hubs. From rooftop restaurants to cozy cafes and lively nightlife spots, here are the best places to explore in Westlands.
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The MeSo - Modern Asian Izakaya
Modern Asian izakaya at 9 West, off Parklands Road. Sushi, gyoza, tuna tacos and wok plates in a luxury setting, with standout cocktails
The Pepper Tree
Rooftop garden restaurant on Delta Towers, Waiyaki Way. Global grill, craft cocktails and a greenhouse interior full of hanging plants. Happy hour 1–7pm Monday to Thursday.
Mughal
Open kitchen, dum biryani, tandoor kebabs and slow-cooked curries
Gursha Nairobi
Authentic Ethiopian on Muthithi Road, Westlands. Injera, doro wat, tibs and shiro with highland spices, plus a traditional weekend coffee ceremony. Also at Rosslyn Square.
Chowpaty Westlands
Pure vegetarian Indian at Westpark Towers, Westlands. North and South Indian, chaat and Indo-Chinese, with Jain and Swaminarayan preparations on request. Open daily.
The Big Fish
Fresh Lake Victoria tilapia, wet fried, dry fried or in coconut sauce, with ugali and traditional greens. Church Road, Westlands and Garden Estate, Thika Road.
Jenga jungle resturant
Rooftop restaurant and bar on Westpark Towers, Westlands. Wood-fired pizzas, all-day breakfast and cocktails among hanging plants, with panoramic city views. Best at night
The K'Osewe Westlands
Authentic Luo and Kenyan cooking off Mvuli Road, Westlands. Whole Lake Victoria tilapia, brown ugali and kienyeji greens, with rhumba playing and a full bar.
DHABA
Punjabi roadside-style Indian on the Sarit rooftop. Butter chicken, rara chicken, biryani and chaat, with a full pure-veg menu.
The Node
Multi-concept dining hub on Woodvale Close, Westlands. Artisan pizzas, nyama choma, two bars and a garden setting, with screens for the football
Baladi restaurant
Authentic Syrian and Mediterranean cooking at Stellato Mall, Muthithi Road. Mezze, charcoal grills and shawarma-fully halal, no alcoho
Rozina's Restaurant
Family-run for 35 years on Westlands Close. Seafood, Indian, Swahili and continental cooking with a Jain and vegetarian menu, cooked fresh to order. Live music evenings.
The MayuraLite
Indian restaurant, with chefs brought from India. Curries, tandoori grills and sharing platters across four Nairobi branches, with peacock-themed terraces.
Mezza Westlands
Nairobi's shawarma specialists at Manohar Centre, Mpaka Road. Chicken, lamb and falafel wraps with everything made in-house, plus burgers and wings. BOGOF Mondays
Sierra Wine & Tapas
Wine bar and tapas on the Sarit rooftop garden. Spanish small plates, sliders and a standout wagyu burger, with an extensive wine-by-the-glass list and house-brewed stout.
Haandi Restaurant
Fresh-ground masalas, everything cooked to order, and a glass-fronted kitchen you can watch. Lunch and dinner service.
ABOE
Vegetarian garden restaurant beside Karura Forest at Peponi Gardens. Hand-crafted pasta, sourdough pizza and cocktails, with a playground and a dog-friendly garden.
Osteria Romana Caffé | Bar | Terrazza.
Newly opened Italian caffé, bar and terrace at Sankara, Woodvale Grove. Roman cooking, buffet breakfast from 6am, aperitivo on the terrazza and signature cocktails until 1am.
Yamas
Greek café, kitchen and bar on Westgate's ground floor. Mezze, souvlaki, fresh seafood and single-origin coffee
The Artcaffé Gastro Bar
Gastro bar at Westlands Square, Waiyaki Way. Modern pub food, proper cocktails, sports on the screens and DJ sets till 3am on weekends
Chowpaty Kileleshwa
Pure vegetarian Indian on Olenguruone Avenue, Kileleshwa. Masala dosa, dahi puri, curries and Indo-Chinese in a bright, modern room. Jain preparations on request. Open 11am to 10pm...
Balkan Grill by Region
Balkan cooking in Gigiri, the second branch of Region Restaurant. Ćevapi, grilled meats and Southeast European flavours in generous portions. Open 1pm to 11pm daily. Rated 5.0.
pan pacific
Serviced suites in Westlands linked to the JW Marriott — the practical option for conference delegates. Exquisite rooms, a well-regarded sixth floor and service guests call splendi...