Here’s a comprehensive overview of Haandi at Westgate Mall, Nairobi.
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Location & Concept of Haandi Westgate
Haandi’s Westgate branch is located on the second floor of Westgate Shopping Mall (Mwanzi Road, Westlands, Nairobi).
This is part of the wider Haandi franchise, which includes branches at The Mall Westlands and in the UK.
It features a “Bukhara By Haandi” concept—a fine‑dining Indian barbecue experience with charcoal-grilled meats and seafood.
The restaurant’s aesthetic is modern yet warm, with contemporary décor and an open tandoor kitchen allowing diners to watch chefs in action.
Opening Hours & Contact
- Open daily from ~11:30 AM to 11:30 PM (closing times vary slightly day by day).
- Contact numbers include 0725 008 899.
Cuisine & Menu Highlights
- Offers a mix of classic North Indian curries and barbecue specialities, prepared in clay ovens and open grills—reminiscent of northern Indian Bukhara‑style cuisine.
- The menu includes tandoori meats and seafood, charcoal-grilled to smoky perfection, along with grilled fish and other fine-dining options.
- Cocktails and mocktails are available as per recent menu updates.
- Special menus are sometimes offered for occasions such as Eid‑al‑Adha and Father’s Day.
Ambience & Reviews
- A mid‑2024 post describes the Westgate location promoting its “timeless curries… crafted with simplicity, flavor, and authenticity”, with a signature Haandi touch.
- Though direct reviews of the Westgate branch are fewer, diners generally enjoy rich spices, grilled meats, and open-kitchen theatre, with the overall feel being polished and upscale.
There haven’t yet been extensive guest reviews specifically focused on the Westgate outlet, but the positive reviews for Haandi’s other branches (like Westlands Mall) are a strong indicator of quality and service continuity.
Summary
Haandi Westgate is a newer entrant on the Nairobi Indian dining scene—offering a premium Bukhara-style dining experience with grilled meats and seafood, set in an atmospheric upscale space inside Westgate Mall. Open daily from around 11:30 AM to 11:30 PM, it maintains Haandi’s reputation for authentic North Indian cuisine, live-kitchen ambience, and contemporary mixed dining and drinks options.
If you’re visiting Westgate Mall and crave flavorful Indian barbecue or tandoori dishes, Haandi Westgate would be a solid culinary choice.
Haandi Restaurant Nairobi/Haandi Nairobi/Handi Restaurant
I have been eating at Haandi at The Mall in Westlands, Nairobi for almost two decades, and it still remains my favourite Indian restaurant in Nairobi.
The food is unbeatable and the service and ambiance worth writing home about.
Haandi Restaurant is a renowned Indian dining establishment located in Nairobi, Kenya.
With over two decades of culinary excellence, it has become a favorite among both locals and tourists seeking authentic Indian cuisine.
The restaurant is situated in The Mall, Westlands, making it easily accessible from nearby business centers, hotels, and popular shopping destinations like Sarit Centre and Westgate Mall.
The ambiance at Haandi is refined and inviting, featuring elegant Indian-inspired décor with warm lighting, wooden accents, and traditional art pieces that lend a touch of luxury to the space. An open kitchen concept allows guests to observe the chefs in action, adding an interactive element to the dining experience .
Haandi’s menu is a celebration of North Indian cuisine, offering a wide selection of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes crafted using fresh, high-quality ingredients and time-honored recipes.
Popular starters include samosas, seekh kebabs, and paneer tikka. For mains, signature dishes such as butter chicken, lamb rogan josh, and prawn masala stand out, offering rich, vibrant flavors that highlight the best of Indian cuisine. Tandoori specialties like chicken tikka, tandoori prawns, and lamb chops are cooked to perfection in a traditional clay oven, resulting in smoky, tender meats with a burst of spice.
The restaurant also caters to various dietary preferences, offering vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and halal options. Services include free Wi-Fi, takeaway, delivery, outdoor seating, and disabled access. Payment options are diverse, accepting cash, Visa, American Express, Mastercard, and Mpesa.
A Herdsman & Cows at The King’s Palace Museum in Nyanza, Rwanda
A herdsman strikes a pose as he sings, whistles, and recites poetry among the cows at the King’s Palace Museum in Nyanza, Rwanda.
The arts related to cows and cattle keeping do not stop at complicated musical whistling like in my last video. Here, a herdsman sings for (in praise of?) cows at the King’s Palace Museum in Nyanza, Rwanda.
This video is dedicated to my girl @TJ_Ndejuru. I look forward to hearing more cow singers soon!
Can anyone translate what he is saying for me?
Art Found on the Walls of the Centre Béthanie Guesthouse in Kibuye, Rwanda
More Rwandan artwork I saw on the walls of the Centre Béthanie guesthouse in Kibuye, Western Rwanda. This time, the painting is of Rwandan women dancing traditional Rwandan dance.
Herdsman at The King’s Palace Museum, Nyanza, Rwanda
Inyambo cows at the King’s Palace Museum in Nyanza, Rwanda.
An East African Honey Instagram Disaster
A herdsman whistles for cows at the King’s Palace Museum in Nyanza. (Why would a random chick grab my phone while I was taking a video and start directing the shot? Truly, people are incredible!)
I hope you enjoyed these pictures as much as I enjoyed sharing them with you. If you’ve got any questions or comments, let me know by leaving me a comment below. As always, I look forward to hearing what you have to say.
Until the next time,
Biche
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