Chic places in Nairobi

Chic listings in Nairobi

These 51 places match the Chic vibe and are ready to explore. Browse by rating, area, or budget to find your perfect Chic spot.

• The Location Rooftop

  Glass-enclosed rooftop on the 13th floor of Alta Towers, opposite Yaya Centre. 360-degree skyline views in any weather, jollof rice and steak tacos, signature cocktails and live DJ...

• Sayari All day Dining

  24-hour all-day dining at PrideInn Westlands. Indian, Chinese, continental and Kenyan cooking, an outdoor events space, and Nairobi's only Selfieccino machine

• Enjoyuan Chinese

  Authentic Chinese on Village Road, Gigiri, with two head chefs and a dumpling specialist. Xiaolongbao, Peking duck, dim sum and proper Sichuan heat, in a modern room with a green g...

• Mezza Lebanese Restaurant

  Halal shawarma specialists with five Nairobi branches. Chicken, lamb and falafel wraps with everything made in-house, plus standout garlic fries and burgers. BOGOF every Monday.

• La Terrazza Italian Restaurant

  Premium lounge, dining and nightlife on the 1st floor of Fortis Tower, Woodvale Grove. Fusion cooking, signature cocktails and DJ nights, from 11am until the last guest leaves.

• Mambo Italia Lavington

  Rooftop Italian on the 2nd floor of Lavington Curve. Proper pizza crusts, pasta with strong vegetarian options, draught craft beer and house gelato — plus a kids' play arcade on th...

• Liquor library Tigoni

  Garden bar in an old cottage overlooking the Tigoni tea fields. Sundowners, bonfires on request and affordable food and wine. Bring your own music. Open 9am to midnight daily.

• Thayu Farm Restaurant

  Farm hotel and restaurant in Tigoni, 30 minutes from Nairobi. Cottages, manicured gardens and farm-fresh meals with kienyeji chicken the standout. Restaurant closed Sundays.

• Nifty Cafe and Wine Bar

  Café and wine bar on Banana Raini Road, Tigoni. Terrace over green gardens, comfort food and a curated wine list, with a fire lit on cold evenings. Closed Mondays.

• Como Tigoni

  Lamb, Feta & Rosemary Samosas, Mafe Wings, and the Catch of the Day.

• Artcaffé Restaurant Lavington

  Artcaffé at Lavington Mall, James Gichuru Road. Bakery, coffee, salads and hearty mains from 6am to midnight daily, with a quiet outdoor terrace and a view.

• Barista & Co

  Vegetarian café and specialty coffee roaster with five Nairobi branches. Beans from their own farm, Lotus Biscoff French toast, shakshuka and V60 brews. Open 7am to 11pm.

• Tiramisu Bakery Kenya

  Italian bakery with three Nairobi branches — fine tarts, pastries and bread baked fresh daily, eggless cheesecakes and Italian piadinas, with Kenyan coffee. Order on WhatsApp.

• Fully Baked by Sneer

  Eggless dessert café at Sarit Centre with vegan and gluten-free options. Macarons, bespoke cakes, French desserts and scones, with Blend Africa coffee and East India Company teas.

• Valentine Cake House

  Established Kenyan cake house with branches across Nairobi. Passion cake, chocolate fudge and custom celebration designs, with delivery citywide. Kimathi Street is the flagship.