Best Restaurants in Nairobi | Where to Eat

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• The Local Grill

  South African field-to-fork steakhouse at Village Market, Gigiri. Beef dry-aged in-house from Ol Pejeta and Laikipia farms, with grass-fed or corn-fed options and ostrich on the me...

• Josephine Carribbean BBQ

  Authentic Caribbean BBQ at the Gigiri Craft Centre, behind the US Embassy. Jerk chicken, pork ribs, goat curry and 15+ sides — nothing fried, all grilled or stewed. Rum cocktails a...

• Enchante Bistro

  European bistro on the 1st floor of Gem Forest Hotel, Limuru Road. Sharing-style cooking from the South of France, Italian Riviera and Spain, with live-station breakfasts from 6:30...

• La Casa Di Nico Ristorante

  Authentic Italian at Village Market, run by Nicola Cerrone from Milan. Wood-oven pizza, fresh pasta, seafood sent from Malindi three times a week, and homemade gelato. Book ahead f...

• The Kengele's Lavington Green

  Sports bar and gastro-pub at Lavington Green, James Gichuru Road. Burgers, nyama choma and meat platters with a big projector screen for the football and live music at weekends. Op...

• The Céline & Lolo

  Boutique hotel and Parisian-style bistro on Kabarsiran Avenue. Mid-century design, curated art and a heated pool, with a short French menu from 7am. Parking is limited — take a cab

• Adega Restaurant

  Kenya's only halal Portuguese restaurant, at Lavington Curve Mall. Peri-peri chicken, seafood and lamb shank, with strong vegan options and a covered kids' play area. No alcohol se...

• Joto Ramen - Lavington

  Japanese ramen bar on the 1st floor of Lavington Mall. Rich broths, dumplings, karaage and the flaming Kanairo Ramen. Spice customised to order. Open till 11:30pm Fridays and Satur...

• Crafty Chameleon Brewhouse and Restaurant

  Brewhouse and beer garden on James Gichuru Road, Lavington. In-house craft beers with tasting flights, wood-fired pizzas, BBQ tapas and standout gelato. Live jazz Wednesdays, guard...

• Chronos Speakeasy & Restaurant.

  Hidden speakeasy and restaurant behind a blue door at Lavington Green. Strong cocktails, soulful DJs and a Moroccan rooftop corner for sundowners. Over-30s only. Enter via the bure...

• La Tasca Spanish Corner Lavington

  The only authentic Spanish tapas and wine bar in Nairobi, run by Spaniards since 2017. Croquettes, patatas bravas and imported Spanish wines in an intimate bodega on the 2nd floor...

• Shokudo Kilimani

  Authentic Japanese diner behind the Astrol petrol station on Lenana Road, Kilimani. Ramen, teishoku sets, donburi, sushi and in-house gelato, with live teppanyaki by reservation. O...

• Zama Grill

  Grill and lounge on Menelik Road, Kilimani, with VIP lounges, ample parking and a car wash on site. African dishes and a well-stocked bar, open 7am to 1am daily.

• Fez Restaurant

  Middle Eastern restaurant on Juna Road, Hurlingham. Mixed grills, mutton tikka, biryani and saffron rice in a richly styled room, with an outdoor Pavilion. Open 7am to 10pm daily.

• The Chat Room

  Hidden restaurant, bar and co-working space on Komo Lane, off Wood Avenue. Poolside seating, games, a gym and a calm room for meetings or catch-ups. Affordable, with strong cocktai...

• Mezze on the Deck

  Rooftop Lebanese restaurant at Four Points by Sheraton Hurlingham. Mezze platters, sunset cocktails and skyline views beside the pool, with a live band on Fridays. Ranked #4 Lebane...

• Cocoa Cafe

  Cosy café at Alta Towers, Ring Road Kilimani. Local and international dishes, salads and sandwiches, with coffee, tea and cocoa. Private and intimate, open 8am to 10pm daily.

• 2 Grapes - Wine & Friends Profile

  Women-owned wine bar and garden bistro on George Padmore Road, Kilimani. Curated wines, wood-fired pizza and steak, with comedy Wednesdays, Apéro Fridays and live music. Open 11am...

• Moonflower Restaurant

  Fine dining at Palacina Residence & Suites, Kitale Lane. Mediterranean and Swahili fusion built on Kenyan produce, with a garden, a pool and a live jazz band. A Nairobi fixture for...

• Xiang Restaurant 湘菜馆

  Authentic Hunan restaurant on the 3rd floor of the Chinese Commercial Centre, Kilimani. Classic regional dishes with proper spice levels, an open kitchen, private rooms and easy pa...

• Sesame Asian Tapas Restaurant & Lounge Bar

  Asian tapas and lounge bar at Kasuku Centre, Kileleshwa. Momos, wontons in chilli oil, Thai curries and Korean-inspired small plates for sharing. Open 8am to 11pm daily, with safe...

• Oro Restaurant & Lounge

  Rooftop restaurant and lounge above Suite Life Apartments, off Dennis Pritt Road. Italian-influenced fine dining indoors, BBQ veranda outside, and sunsets behind the Ngong Hills. O...

• Sierra Brasserie

  Refined brasserie on the 2nd floor of Yaya Centre. Expertly cooked steaks, wagyu burgers and braised lamb, with beer from the group's own brewery. Open daily 11am to 10pm.

• Swadish Gardens

  Nyama choma spot on Siaya Road, Kilimani, with a butchery and car wash on site. Roasted and dry-fried meat, fresh chapati and roasted potatoes, with East African and jazz playlists...