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Restaurants Along Waiyaki Way
If you are along Waiyaki Way and are looking for a good place to eat, here are some restaurants not far from the road that you can try:
- Fogo Gaucho (Brazilian restaurant – Viking House)
- Seven Seafood & Grill (ABC Place)
- Haandi (Indian – The Mall)
Waiyaki Way is one of Nairobi’s busiest commercial corridors, stretching from the edge of the city centre through Westlands, ABC Place, Mountain View, Kangemi, Uthiru, and toward Kikuyu.
Along the route, you’ll find everything from quick cafés and family restaurants to upscale fine dining, making it a convenient area to eat whether you’re heading to a business meeting, shopping, or exploring the city.
Fine Dining and Special Occasion Restaurants Along Waiyaki Way
If you’re looking for a memorable dining experience, these restaurants stand out:
- INTI – A Nikkei Experience, located in One Africa Place, specializes in Nikkei cuisine, blending Japanese and Peruvian flavors. Its rooftop setting, stylish décor, and creative menu make it a popular choice for date nights, celebrations, and business dinners.
- Peppertree at Delta Towers serves an international menu with steaks, seafood, pasta, and cocktails in an elegant setting. It offers a relaxed atmosphere that works well for both social and corporate dining.
Places Along Waiyaki Way (Including ABC Place Restaurants): Casual Restaurants and Cafés
For everyday meals or informal meetings, Waiyaki Way offers plenty of dependable options.
- 360 Degrees Pizza – ABC Place serves authentic Neapolitan-style pizzas, salads, and Italian-inspired dishes in a lively atmosphere that’s ideal for families and groups.
- Java House – ABC Place and Java House – Waiyaki Way are popular for breakfast, coffee, sandwiches, burgers, and light meals. Both are convenient spots for working remotely or catching up with friends.
- Big Square at Mountain View Mall is known for burgers, grilled chicken, ribs, pizza, and specialty coffee, making it a good family-friendly stop further along Waiyaki Way.
- Mugg & Bean On The Move Total ABC offers coffee, baked goods, breakfasts, and quick meals, making it especially convenient for travelers.
International Cuisine
If you’re interested in flavors from around the world, Waiyaki Way has several excellent choices.
- Abyssinia Exotic Ethiopian Restaurant offers traditional Ethiopian cuisine, including injera with a variety of meat and vegetarian dishes, in a warm and welcoming setting.
- Botanica Kitchen and Gin Bar at One Africa Place focuses on contemporary international cuisine with a garden-inspired atmosphere and rooftop terrace.
Kenyan Favorites
For visitors wanting to sample local cuisine, Njuguna’s Place is a long-established restaurant along Waiyaki Way.
It’s particularly well known for nyama choma (grilled meat), traditional Kenyan dishes, and generous portions, making it popular with both locals and visitors.
Quick Bites
If you’re after something fast and affordable, you’ll find several convenient options along the road, including:
- Chicken Inn Waiyaki Way for fried chicken and burgers.
- Java House branches for coffee and light meals.
- Mugg & Bean for takeaway coffee, pastries, and sandwiches.
Which Restaurant Should You Choose?
- For a romantic dinner: INTI – A Nikkei Experience or Peppertree.
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