This is a list of the best breakfast date restaurants in Nairobi. We have plenty of relaxing spots in Nairobi for that once-in-a-lifetime date. You’re both professionals with limited time, but if you have an hour in the morning, a breakfast date is possible—a filling, healthy breakfast that will keep you both thinking of each other all day. Alternatively, if you are an early-bird freelancer looking for a quiet place to work, a friendly atmosphere, and delicious food, Nairobi is the place to be.
Below is a list of the best breakfast date restaurants in Nairobi.
Best Breakfast Date Restaurants In Nairobi
1. Zen Garden
If you are looking to eat some Asian food in Nairobi, head over to Zen Garden. It is one of the most highly-rated Chinese restaurants in Nairobi. You’ll find two other restaurants, Bamboo and Jade. Jade is all about breakfast. Find your bakery and pastries here, along with a cup of your favourite coffee. The cake menu includes pina colada, red velvet, chocolate torte and zen signature cake, which is a vanilla sponge with vanilla cream.
Location: Lower Kabete Road, Nairobi
Phone: +254 714 744 231
Opening Hours: Mon-Sun (12 pm-2.30 pm), (6 pm-10 pm)
2. Coffee and Bagels
This spot is perfect for coffee lovers. Although not surprising given its name, only coffee is served here, and the bagels are made on-site, served fresh, with your choice of filling. Coffee served at this establishment is a speciality brew ranging from rich French press coffee to lavish V60 brews and a variety of cold brews. Book lovers will find this coffee house perfect for a morning read, accompanied by some great coffee and music. Check out this article in one of our local dailies with a genuine review of Coffee and Bagels. If this sounds like your ideal breakfast, then please do visit and indulge.
Location: Lenana Road, Nairobi
Phone: 0771 000 007
Opening Hours: Mon-Sun (8 am-8 pm)
3. Boho Eatery
Boho Eatery is a restaurant in Karen. It specialises in vegan and vegetarian food. Nature is at the heart of Boho Eatery and its decor expresses this. So if you are someone who loves dining in nature, consider this a garden restaurant that you should try. Boho’s menu is widely plant-based. Broccoli, sprouts, roasted sweet potato, avo, pomegranates, black rice and spicy peanut dressing are some of the foods Boho serves.
This restaurant is affordable. You will not break the bank here so if your tastebuds are salivating for anything vegan, then make your way to Boho Eatery. Try, especially, the mushroom ceviche, the coconut cream panna cotta, and the scrambled tofu breakfast bowl. The elegant restaurant, located in a converted house, has an outdoor bar and patio seating area, as well as a large garden
Location: 114 Ndovu Road, Karen, Nairobi
Phone: +254 727 502416
Opening Hours: Mon (closed), Tue-Wed (11:30 am-5:30 pm), Thu-Fri (11:30 am-10 pm), Sat (9 am-10 pm), Sun (9 am–5:30 pm)
4. Shamba Café
Shamba Café boasts a wonderful ‘farm-to-plate policy’ that ensures your meal is always served fresh. It is adorned by beautiful rustic décor made from the wood left over from the construction process. Shamba Café sits on an extensive 2-acre piece of land in Loresho, where clients are served the freshest of foods and vegetables and a full bar. It is close enough to the city centre but away enough from the traffic and brisk city life.
If you need a quiet breakfast with family and friends, perhaps a weekend, then you will find Shamba Café quite agreeable. There is plenty of room for children to play and you can bring your pets as well. There is also a farmers’ market on Saturdays where fresh farm produce and handmade products are sold.
Location: Loresho Ridge, Nairobi
Phone: 0740 345 168
Opening Hours: Mon (Closed), Tue (9 am – 10:30 pm), Wed-Sat (9 am – 11 pm), Sun (9 am – 7:30 pm)
5. The River Café
The River Café is situated right in the middle of the huge Karura Forest, a tranquil swath of wilderness in the middle of the city. Enjoy the view of the forest, and hear the birds chirping as you eat some of their continental selection of breakfast, lunch, beverages, cocktails, mocktails, smoothies and whatever pleases your taste buds. The dining area, on a large expanse of the wooden deck under an open-sided canvas roof, gets extra atmospheric charm from the surrounding forest treetops and plants. The menu is varied, with a good vegetarian section as well as light bites and more indulgent meals. The French onion soup and the salads are recommended. This place gets busy on the weekends when Nairobians stop in for brunch after church or a walk around the forest, so book in advance.
Location: Inside Karura Forest, off Limuru Road, Nairobi
Phone: +254725 969 891
Opening Hours: Mon-Sun (7:30 am – 6:30 pm)
6. Wasp & Sprout
Wasp & Sprout is a special and eco-friendly coffee house restaurant located in Loresho Ridge. It has vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. On some days, you can run into an open mic or a board game night. It is a simple, friendly, transparent and fully green location where you can enjoy a powerful and healthy breakfast, fast lunch or even a long & nice brunch with your dear ones. You may also, grab a book from one of the shelves and read while enjoying your coffee outside or on the inside.
Location: Old Loresho Shopping Centre, Loresho Ridge, Nairobi
Phone: 0799 873 422
Opening Hours: Mon-Thur( 8 am – 4 pm), Fri (8 am – 8 pm), Sat-Sun( 8 am -5pm)
7. Al Yusra Restaurant
If you are looking for a plug for Kenyan coastal cuisine with a touch of Arabian, Somali and Ethiopian delicacies, then this is the place to be. It offers both indoor and heated outdoor seating with free WIFI. Al-Yusra is pretty affordable. A decent breakfast will set you back Ksh 1000 for two. There is an extensive menu to pick from. A samosa platter goes for Ksh 180 for 2 pieces. Swahili mahamri costs Ksh 100, while Chicken Shawarma costs Ksh 250, and it comes served with a side of fries with salad. A mug of brewed Kenyan tea, plain or spiced, goes for Ksh 200, while a double espresso is Ksh 300. Keep in mind, that these prices are applicable at the time of writing (2023). You should note, though, that the breakfast service ends at noon. Thereafter lunch is served. As a bonus, you should try out Al-Yusra’s Ethiopian Injera.
Location: Nairobi CBD on Biashara Street and adjacent to Jamia Mosque
Phone: 0712 012 012
Opening Hours: Mon-Sun (6 am-10 pm)
8. Java House
The Java House chain of restaurants has garnered a well-deserved reputation for world-class coffee and great dining. Each branch has spacious sitting areas, a beautifully decorated interior, and a lovely ambience. Their service is also top-notch. Its multi-cuisine menu has everything, from omelettes and coffee to start, to burgers, quesadillas, and vegetarian options for lunch, to sundaes and cakes for a sweet finish. There are several Java Houses in Nairobi, but our favourite is located along Kimathi Street. You particularly enjoy their breakfast, which comprises African tea with sausages, bread, salad, and a Spanish omelette. Outside of breakfast, you can’t go wrong with their pizzas, salads, and chicken wings.
Location: Java House, Kimathi Street
Phone: +254 725 412164
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri (6 am-10 pm), Sat (7 am-9 pm), and Sun (8 am-8 pm)
9. Cafe Deli Restaurant
Nairobi is home to many fantastic cafes, and Cafe Deli is one of the best. The restaurant chain is popular with young people—couples and digital nomads—because of its great food, lovely ambience, perfectly brewed coffee, and tasty cakes. The Tumaini branch is our favourite. It has a friendly staff, comfortable seating space, and a beautifully decorated interior. Their beef bacon cheeseburger with spicy chips is probably the best in Nairobi. If you’re looking for a breakfast spot in Nairobi, or a restaurant with fast WiFi, head to Cafe Deli. It comprises three delicatessen branches and a cake shop, all within the city centre.
Location: Cafe Deli has three branches; Tumaini, Koinange Street, Moi Avenue
Phone: +254 707 712287
Opening Hours: Mon-Sun (9 am-11 pm)
10. CJ’s (Café Javas)
CJ’s is a halal restaurant with a cosy and welcoming atmosphere. The menu includes delectably prepared dishes that cater to each client’s preferences. Breakfast is available at the restaurant, as well as sandwiches, pasta, and desserts. CJ’s is conveniently located throughout Nairobi, allowing everyone to enjoy its delicious food at their leisure.
Featuring a unique ambience, with tasteful decor designed for guests’ comfort, CJ’s is a well-developed restaurant specialising in delivering a relaxed, exquisite, and memorable dining experience. The restaurant offers over 300 carefully selected menu items that cater to every client’s tastes. In The rich aroma of freshly ground coffee, Enjoy mouthwatering delicious dishes. CJ’s has four branches in Nairobi. One in Koinange Street, the village market, the waterfront mall Karen and another in Kilimani. With excellent service from the experienced wait staff, each branch is specifically designed to suit guests’ comfort.
Sautéed potatoes, scrambled eggs, a pastry of your choice, coffee, and juice make up CJ’s delectable breakfast platter. In addition, you may choose from an array of coffee accompaniments available to you. CJ’s serves some of the fluffiest pancakes with honey or whipped cream, mouthwatering waffles, and muffins. A decent breakfast will cost you approximately Ksh 2000 for two. WIFI is available if you need to do some work or hold online meetings. Treat yourself to CJ’s.
Location: Koinange St, Nairobi
Phone: 0792 000 090
Opening Hours: Mon-Sun (6 am-11 pm)
