Modern places in Nairobi

Modern listings in Nairobi

These 122 places match the Modern vibe and are ready to explore. Browse by rating, area, or budget to find your perfect Modern spot.

• YKM Piazza Italia

  Serving the best pizza and all round Italian cuisines with a remarkable customer service.

• 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.

• Ardhi Gallery

  Contemporary art gallery on Ole Sangale Link Road supporting emerging Kenyan and African artists with exhibitions, mentorship and PR. Free entry, poetry nights and art classes. Phy...

• Artcaffe's Blooms & Mimosas

  Kenya's best-known café brand, with sixteen Nairobi outlets across four formats — restaurants, gastro bars, markets and express counters. Bakery, coffee and all-day dining from 6:3...

• 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

• Nana swahili restaurant

  Modern Swahili cooking on Westlands Road, opposite Eden Square. Pilau, coconut rice and lamb chops in a cosy room, with live jazz Thursdays and private dining.

• 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

• 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.

• 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.

• Ocean Basket

  Mediterranean-style seafood and sushi at Westgate Mall. Generous sharing platters, prawns, calamari and the signature lemon garlic butter sauce. Indoor and terrace seating.

• Yamas

  Greek café, kitchen and bar on Westgate's ground floor. Mezze, souvlaki, fresh seafood and single-origin coffee

• Pin Point Fitness

  Obstacle course and parkour academy for kids on Red Hill Road, the first international branch of a Dubai brand. Structured progression, Dubai-trained coaches, free assessment befor...

• Brioche Restaurant Riverside

  Afropean café and bistro on Riverside Drive, African and European flavours, fresh breads and pastries, French wine and cocktails.

• 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

• Nigasu Sushi

  Japanese sushi restaurant on the first floor of Riverside Square. Eight-piece rolls, salmon and dragon rolls the standouts, and among the more affordable sushi in Nairobi. Open dai...

• Caramel Caffe Parklands

  Café on 1st Avenue Parklands, next to Avenue Hospital. Swedish desserts, pasta and brunch in an airy, beautifully finished room. Free parking, prayer space, open 9am to 11pm daily.

• The Aura

  Contemporary restaurant and bar at B-Arcade Mall, Kilimani — next to the French School. Healthy continental cooking, strong breakfasts, private booths and heaters. Open 7am to 10pm...

• 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...

• Charlie's Bistro Kileleshwa

  Pan-Asian bistro at Kasuku Centre, Mandera Road, Kileleshwa. Indian, Thai, Korean and Chinese dishes with a terrace among the greenery. Sunday brunch from noon, happy hour daily 4–...

• Cinnabon

  Cinnabon on the 1st floor of Village Market's New Wing. Classic rolls, Chocobons and Minibons served warm, with coffee. Open 8am to 9:30pm daily. Also at Avenue Mall, Lavington.