Cultural places in Nairobi

Cultural listings in Nairobi

These 73 places match the Cultural vibe and are ready to explore. Browse by rating, area, or budget to find your perfect Cultural spot.

• Region Restaurant & Bar

  Authentic Balkan and Serbian cooking on Mpaka Road, Westlands. Ćevapi, Karađorđeva šnicla, ajvar and homemade rakija, in generous portions at fair prices.

• Clay Oven Restaurant

  Authentic Indian and Indo-Chinese cooking from a traditional clay oven. Tandoori meats, seafood and a standout vegetarian menu, at genuinely affordable prices.

• Fonda's Taqueria

  Authentic Mexican on the Sarit rooftop garden. Tacos, burritos and enchiladas with house salsas, plus 50+ margaritas and a strong vegan menu. Buy two tacos get one free on Mondays.

• Rasoi Curries and Grills

  Indian curries, grills and tandoor at Broadwalk Mall's food court. Separate vegetarian and non-vegetarian kitchens, and menu prices including of VAT and levy.

• Open House

  One of Nairobi's most renowned Indian restaurants, on Parklands Road. Tandoori from clay ovens, Mughlai curries, an exceptional fish selection and a deep vegetarian menu.

• Mondo Grill

  A serene dining sanctuary that brings the flavours and laid-back charm of the Kenyan coast to the city.

• Misono Japanese

  Kenya's original Japanese restaurant, in Nairobi since 1995. Sushi, sashimi, ramen and teppanyaki from Chef Song, with fish flown in daily from Mombasa

• Hooyos Kitchen & Poetry

  Farm-to-table Somali cooking, five-hour tinaar goat, private gazebos and poetry nights.

• Malo Malo

  Swahili BBQ in a garden of old trees off Riara Road, Kilimani. Charcoal tikka, beef pilau, coconut curries and shisha

• Asmara

  A tranquil space where shared communal platters encourage meaningful connections among families, friends, and business associates in a warm, inviting atmosphere.

• Babettes

  A refined dining destination that offers a slow-paced culinary experience where rich flavors, heritage, and thoughtful hospitality take center stage.

• Beit é selam

  Pan-African bar and restaurant on Maua Close, off Parklands Road. Corn ribs, mafé and ceviche in a garden courtyard, with a fireplace inside.

• Cin Cin

  Colonial-era lounge bar at Fairmont The Norfolk, Harry Thuku Road. African-twist tapas, deep whisky and cocktail lists, high tea and live jazz on Fridays. Reservations recommended.

• ZAAD Bakery

  Arabic and Egyptian pastry shop at Adams Arcade — kunafa, feteer and baklava made fresh, plus custom cakes and cookies. Affordable, open till 8:30pm daily.

• Nairobi Street Kitchen

  Street-food market on Mpaka Road with 11+ zones, global vendors, multiple bars and a rooftop. Live bands, salsa Thursdays, artisan shopping -open till 5am on Thursdays and Saturday...

• Unseen Nairobi

  Independent cinema, rooftop bar and restaurant on the 12th floor of Wood Avenue Plaza. African and art-house film at 7 and 9pm, bao buns and Korean fried chicken, and panoramic cit...

• Mat Bronze

  Kenya's first bronze foundry, founded 1987 on Kifaru Lane, Karen. Over 600 wildlife sculptures cast on site, a landscaped sculpture garden, and a shaded garden café. Open 8am to 5p...

• The G.O.A.T Kileleshwa

  Somali kitchen with three Nairobi branches — Kileleshwa, Karen and Upperhill. Hearty Somali and continental cooking, mixed platters and generous portions at fair prices. Open 7am t...

• The Golden Stool Kitchen and Bar

  Authentic West African cooking at Village Market — Ghanaian jollof, Nigerian suya and egusi, Senegalese yassa, with banku, eba and fufu. Happy hour all day, every day. Rated 4.7.

• Piri Piri Barbeque

  Authentic halal Indian barbecue on the 1st floor of Diamond Plaza 2, Parklands. Chooza chicken, tandoor kebabs, mixed grills and the best naan in Nairobi. Free delivery. Open noon...

• Bamba

  Lebanese-inspired restobar in a Lavington garden. Neapolitan pizza, mezze, flame-grilled meats and cocktails, with live bands Sundays and a DJ Thursdays. Family and pet friendly, c...

• Ayeyo

  Authentic Somali cooking on the ground floor of Timau Plaza, Kilimani. Hilib with Ayeyo rice, suqaar with canjeero, saffron cake and spiced shaah. Fully halal, open 8am to 11pm dai...

• 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...

• La Tasca Spanish Corner

  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...