Here is a list of the best Nyama Choma restaurants in Kilimani, Nairobi. Kilimani is an affluent neighbourhood located about 5 kilometres west of Nairobi’s CBD. It is situated between Dennis Pritt and Ngong Road. The major areas bordering it are Lavington and Woodley. The area doubles up as both a residential area, defined by breathtaking mansions, and a business area with corporate offices, restaurants, and more.
Kilimani is a sort of Goldilocks neighbourhood in Nairobi. Not too pricy, not too cheap. Kilimani hosts an eclectic mix of restaurants; among them are the best joints where you can eat delicious Nyama Choma.
Best Nyama Choma Joints In Kilimani
1. Mama Oliech
Mama Oliech Restaurant is a popular but affordable eatery located in Kilimani, Nairobi. The restaurant specialises in traditional Kenyan dishes made with fresh ingredients. Menu items include whole fried tilapia or wet-fried fish, accompanied by millet or corn flour (“ugali”), some local veggies, “kachumbari,” and drinks such as beers and sodas.
The restaurant is not that classy, but they prepare nice dishes from western Kenya. The way the food is cooked is traditional. Their main source of energy is firewood to make food that tastes ethnic. Mama Oliech is not only known for serving quality tilapia and ugali but also nyama choma. As you arrive, the restaurant might seem underwhelming, but as soon as you are inside and seated, you will get a sense of the classic atmosphere. There are two sections, the VIP segment and the regular segment, to accommodate high- and low-class customers. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg once tucked in a tasty meal in this eatery, just like any other Kenyan would.
Phone: 0701 707070
2. Nyumbani Restaurant
Nyumbani Restaurant is located along Diani Road in Nairobi. The once-residential home restaurant serves the best Nyama Choma, with a slice of ugali or sautéed potatoes, kachumbari, or traditional veggies. It offers quality meat at pocket-friendly prices, making it one of the most highly recommended eateries in Nairobi. The place is open every day from 8 am to 10 pm.
Phone: 0741 119972
3. Coco Jambo
Coco Jambo is located along Dennis Pritt Road in Kilimani. Coco Jambo has friendly staff, comfortable indoor and outdoor settings, and fair prices. This is the best place where you can enjoy some scrumptious meat away from the hustle of the city’s traffic jams. There are quirky hideaway huts that will shade you from the sun or rain as you munch on your nyama choma.
With a well-stocked bar offering the perfect enticement, you can chase down your nyama with any drink of your choice, and, even if you’re stuck at work, you should not worry because Coco Jambo also does deliveries right into your laps.
Phone: 0790 406527
4. Road House Grill
Road House Grill is located along Denis Pritt Road in the Kilimani area of Nairobi. Just a few metres from Citizen TV station headquarters. This joint is widely reputed to have Nairobi’s best nyama choma—grilled meat, Kenya’s specialty. It has three other branches in Upper Hill, Karen, and Hurlingham.
Road house is more of an office crowd kind of place or where you want to go “one for the road” as you wait for traffic on the road to clear up. It is also popular for rhumba music. From birthday parties to anniversary celebrations, this place has brought many Nairobians together. The place is usually busy, and sometimes the parking might be full, although you can still park on the roadside. The parking gets full by 5.30 pm, so you’ll have to get there earlier to secure your space. The place is usually open on Mondays and Saturdays from 8 am to 11 pm.
The Road House Grill is the perfect place to have some meat and drinks either over the weekend or Friday after work with friends. The nyama comes with a selection of sides. We highly recommend their sauteed potatoes; they’re super tasty. A kg of goat meat is Kshs 1,100.
Phone: 0720768663
5. Fogo Gaucho
For those looking for a more high-end place to enjoy meaty meals, Fogo Gaucho is your go-to restaurant. Currently, there are two branches, one at Viking House Westlands, just next to Park Inn by Radisson Blu, and the other at Galana Plaza, Kilimani. Fogo is every foodie’s dream since they give you a selection of different cuts and meats, including game meat such as crocodile meat. Also, it’s an all-you-can-eat joint. So if you’re super hungry and do not mind splurging over Ksh 2,000 on a meal, take your empty stomach with you and enjoy an array of salads, meats, and drinks in a swanky restaurant.
6. Quiver Kilimani
At the heart of Kilimani’s clubbing scene stands Quiver Kilimani, a beacon of sophistication and excitement. Step into a world where sleek interiors and top-notch service create an unparalleled ambience. Quiver Kilimani takes pride in its diverse music offerings, from reggae to afrobeat. Aside from good music and tasty drinks, this entertainment joint serves mouthwatering food, including Nyama Choma and pizza.
Pro Tip: If your choice of meat is nyama choma, always choose a fresh cut and wait for it to be roasted, as opposed to choosing already-done meat. The advantage of doing this is that you will not be duped in terms of size, and freshly done nyama choma will be soft and delicious.
