Eating Out in Nairobi: Top Restaurants for Kenyan & International Food

Whether you want to enjoy your dinner yourself, with friends or with family members, Nairobi will host you in a perfect way. As Nairobi has been home to many visitors in recent years, the establishment of high-standard restaurants has been on the rise. All these eateries will keep you updated on local Kenya dishes. And for those who love traditional foods, your needs will be met as well. International cuisines can be also prepared for you to your own satisfaction. This guide will take you through the best restaurants in town that you can choose to visit for dinner every time you are in town.

Carnivore Restaurant

Carnivore Restaurant was voted the best restaurant in town, in the year 2017. This famous establishment has been popular for Kenyan nyama choma. Nyama choma is a Kenyan name which means roasted meat. However, the way it’s prepared and served to you is amazing. This is the only restaurant that gives you a chance to spend time with the chefs outside the hotel as they roast this delicious meal for you. The place offers a variety of drinks that can be purchased directly from the counter.

The Talisman

Are you in town and wondering where to go for fresh lunch? The Talisman is a unique place to cool your mind after the morning hours. The restaurant has been specializing in Western and European for years now. Western dishes are known for their spices and cater well to those who can handle a lot of chili. Local dishes such as ugali and matoke can also be found as these are the favorites here.

About Thyme Restaurant

It’s the only restaurant that has not been set under a roof. You will have the garden’s cool environment as the restaurant is tucked in a suburb of Nairobi. The place provides comfortable seating, shaded by beautiful green trees. The restaurant offers local dishes such as githeri and pilau. Don’t miss the big chance to taste their newly introduced menu, Ethiopian cuisine.

Diamond Plaza

This restaurant’s popularity has been on the rise in recent years. Noted as the top Indian cuisine restaurant in town, there is a need to visit it. It’s known as Nairobi’s Little India. Every time you step into this restaurant, everything turns Indian. Grab a piping hot baijas and tandooris as you listen to the refreshing Indian music. The restaurant is also home to African inspired burgers other traditional dishes.