Today, Eater turns its attention to Nairobi, Kenya, the country’s bustling capital city, whose restaurant scene has experienced what can only be described as an explosion in recent years. Incredible eateries run the gamut from roadside food stalls to five-star dining establishments and everything in between. We asked local food writer Soni Adriance to share with us her picks for the city’s hottest openings of the last 12 months or so.
“Nairobi’s booming restaurant industry is a reflection of the growing middle class and economy as a whole,” says Adriance. “Some of the newest openings have been wildly successful, offering cuisines that previously have not been available in Nairobi, such as a dedicated vegan restaurant (Boho Eatery) and a number of new Mexican spots (Fonda, Taco 254).”
Looking for the essentials? Head to the Eater 18. But for the newest and hottest, in geographic order, here now is the Eater heatmap to Nairobi:
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