Best Restaurants in Nairobi 2025 — Top Dining Guide | Rahacards

Westlands

The undisputed centre of Nairobi's restaurant scene. Dense, international, and consistently good.

Carnivore Restaurant

Nyama choma · African

One of Africa's most famous restaurants. The all-you-can-eat nyama choma is legendary.

Brew Bistro & Rooftop

International · Rooftop bar

Best rooftop in Westlands — creative cocktails, strong food menu, great for sunset.

Tapas Cielo

Spanish · Mediterranean

The Westlands outpost for an upscale date night. Solid wine list and tapas.

Nairobi's green suburb has a quieter, more refined dining culture. Best for long lunches and boutique restaurants.

Talisman Restaurant

International fusion

Karen's most beloved restaurant — garden setting, creative menu, local institution.

Karen Blixen Coffee Garden

Garden dining · Coffee

On the grounds of the original Karen Blixen farm. Atmospheric, especially for breakfast.

The Tin Roof Café

Casual · All-day

Relaxed Karen favourite for Saturday brunch and long weekend lunches.

Close to the UN headquarters — reliably international, calm, and quality-conscious.

The Rusty Nail

Grill · International

Popular with expats and corporate visitors. Strong steaks and reliable service.

About Thyme

Continental · Garden

Beautiful garden setting in Gigiri. One of Nairobi's longest-running quality restaurants.

Emerging restaurant corridor south of Westlands — younger crowd, more experimental menus.

Lord Erroll Grill & Restaurant

Fine dining

Nairobi's most formally elegant restaurant. Long-standing reputation for impeccable service.

Dragon Pearl

Chinese · Cantonese

Nairobi's best Chinese restaurant — consistently popular with the business community.