RECOMMENDED RESTAURANTS IN NAIROBI

Karen / Langata

Talisman                                                         

Family owned, friendly atmosphere, good food and one of Nairobi’s most popular social meeting places. The Talisman has proved to be one of the most popular restaurants in Nairobi. The menu has a wide selection to suite all taste buds.

Open (9.00am –12.00am, but closed on Mondays)

‘Stop Italia’ (Osteria)                                                                                   
Newly opened as the Karen branch of Nairobi’s top Italian restaurant, Osteria del Chianti, ‘Stop Italia’ is beautifully situated in a quiet area of Karen, close to Talisman restaurant, with seating both inside and outside – and the same delicious Italian Cuisine and Wines as Osteria on Lenana Road.

Open (12.00pm – 12.00am)

‘Open House’                                                                          
Authentic Indian food in the heart of Karen.  

 Open (12.00pm – 12.00am)

The Rusty Nail                                                                          
A converted family home, set in beautiful grounds under an umbrella of trees, the Rusty Nail offers great home cooked food.

Open (10.30am – 10.30pm)

The Carnivore                                                                                      

A restaurant that is ideal for meat lovers, game meat in particular. Some say that a trip to Kenya is not complete without a meal at the Carnivore.

 Open (8.30am – 12.00am)

 

Lenana Road / Ngong Road

The Misono                                                                                                    
‘Misono’s’ is Nairobi’s finest Japanese restaurant. As well as indoor and outdoor seating, they also have 2 private dining rooms (in traditional Japanese ‘tea-house’ style) - ideal for parties of 5 or more that would prefer privacy.

Open (11.00am – 10.30pm)  

Osteria Del Chianti                                                                       
One of Nairobi’s top Italian restaurants, with fantastic cuisine and wines, and seating both inside and outside. Adjoining the restaurant (through an outdoor pathway) is a lively bar called Casablanca, both of which are a favourite for Nairobi residents.

Open (12.00pm – 12.00am)                               

Mediterraneo                                                                                  
Mediterraneo proves to be one of the best Italian restaurants in Nairobi. Very popular amongst the residents.

Open (12.00pm – 12.00am)
                                     

Westlands
The Haandi: ‘Haandi’s’ is one of the top Indian restaurants in the country. A perfect choice for anyone who enjoys authentic Indian cuisine.

Open (12.00pm – 10.30pm)

Furusato Japanese Restaurant                                                            
An authentic Japanese restaurant with fantastic sushi (as well as many other Japanese dishes). Try their avocado and tuna starter salad - excellent!

Open (12.00pm –12.00am) 

Mediterraneo Restaurant                                                                  

Mediterraneo recently opened at The Junction shopping mall and is proving to be one of the best Italian restaurants in Nairobi.

Open (12.00pm – 12.00am)

Mombasa Road

Sierra Brasserie                                                                                
The first boutique brewery and restaurant in East & Central Africa. The interior design is cosmopolitan and the food is influenced by an assortment of cultures including Kenyan traditional dishes.

Open (11.00am – 12.00am)               

Le Pampa                                                                                           
Le Pampa is a Brazilian restaurant, situated 10 minutes from the International airport. Le Pampa is ideal for clients who want a hearty meal before departing on their international flight.

Open (12.00pm – 12.00am)

Haveli Restaurant                                                                              

Located at the Capital Centre Shopping complex on Mombasa Road, Haveli specializes in authentic Indian cuisine.

Open (12.00am – 10.30pm)

City Centre

Tamarind                                                                                           
The Tamarind is considered one of Nairobi’s top restaurants. The sister restaurant is based in Mombasa. Fresh fish and seafood are bought up from Mombasa every day.

Open (12.30am – 11.pm)

Trattoria                                                                                             

Located within the city centre of Kenya’s capital Nairobi, Trattoria specializes in traditional Italian cuisine at its finest.

Open (12.00pm – 12.00am)