TripAdvisor Reviews - Talisman Feed

Delicious menu. Lovely location.

SunGods, Leicester, United Kingdom — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:28:55 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

We've eaten here twice now & both times enjoyed delicious, freshly cooked and creative meals. The wasabi hollondaise is an inspired idea. The smoked trout chowder was thick and tasty. Both the porcini...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Sun, 19 May 2013 20:53:48 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Thanks for taking the time to post this lovely, detailed review. We're always glad to hear which dishes made a hit, and we're delighted you enjoyed the atmosphere as well. We look forward to welcoming...

Excellent atmosphere and food

JadaJoT, NC — Tue, 14 May 2013 10:36:42 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

This will be a restaurant you daydream about. The interior and exterior are seamlessly united and fireplaces and braziers are in every corner lending an unpretentious cozy yet open feeling. The...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:21:47 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

We are truly delighted that you enjoyed our warm atmosphere, the food and the service (Alphonse is legendary around here). It's our pleasure to welcome you any time, and thanks for taking the time to...

Excellent

Nadeem N, Nairobi, Kenya — Wed, 08 May 2013 05:59:12 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

Visited Talisman with the family after an unusual month-long gap since our last visit. The food was super - it was just like really good home cooking. Combine this with the rustic atmosphere and you...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Sat, 11 May 2013 10:39:27 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Thanks for the kind words about our atmosphere and menu. We're proud of both and hope to see you back again soon to enjoy them. We've hired several new staff team members and are in the midst of...

Best food ever

Ranahabarana, Nairobi, Kenya — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:35:38 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Talisman is simply sumptuous. A beautiful restaurant in Karen, decorated in a mixture of African and Middle Eastern designs. Lovely garden where the kids can play. The service is great and the...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Sat, 04 May 2013 19:18:18 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Thanks so much for the glowing review. We're proud of our beautiful atmosphere and our amazing chef and are always glad to hear they've hit a home run for a customer. Please do come back and enjoy the...

Delicious experience!

RickyFerreira — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 08:46:35 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

Was in Nairobi for work and visiting the Talisman for dinner was a fantastic night out. The food was absolutely delicious - that Thai Red Chicken Curry was amazing!!!! Nice wine selection and great...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Sat, 04 May 2013 19:16:17 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Thanks so much for taking the time to let us know how much you enjoyed your meal with us! We're delighted you enjoyed the food--I'll be sure to pass the compliments to the chefs--and the wine. Come...

Don't miss it if around

pabo99, Strassen, Luxembourg — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 11:29:01 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have been twice to the Taslisman and have always enjoyed being there in good company. Choice of food is good and quite original from Asian to European. Well cooked and tasted. I tend to eat...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 21:48:55 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Thanks for the kind words, and we're delighted you enjoyed the atmosphere and the food. Chef Marcus is very proud of his vegetarian offerings, especially now that Talisman has its own organic garden....

half half

Dian56 — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 11:02:53 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

this was our 2nd visit at Talisman since its re-opening. Ambience is just beautiful, first course- feta samosas- were breathtaking... Main courses rather disappointing. Staff very friendly but sorry...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 21:43:40 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Thank you for your detailed feedback. We're very sorry we've disappointed you and will certainly strive to do better next time. We've hired a lot of new staff and are stepping up training,...

Disappointing.. again

KaraLinck, Nairobi, Kenya — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 09:55:47 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 1 of 5 stars

It was another disappointing trip to Talisman, we thought that because of the refurbishments and it recently opening to the public again, we would try it out again. It was a Wednesday lunch,...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 07:24:26 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

We're sorry to hear that your party booking didn't come off as expected, but we'd like to offer a few observations to help you plan bookings in future: 1. Talisman is not a fast food restaurant,...

Number 1 in Nairobi?

otffin, Nairobi, Kenya — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 08:31:36 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is what Talisman clams quoting one of newspapers' reviews. I agree, it is one of the top restaurants in Nairobi but it is debatable if it is truly number one. The ambiance is great and my wife...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 14:33:46 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Thank you for taking the time to post these constructive criticisms. We were #1 in Nairobi on TripAdvisor until they broke Nairobi down into neighborhoods (which now places us #1 in Karen), and Chef...

Consistently terrible!

Steve S, Nairobi, Kenya — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 04:31:54 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 1 of 5 stars

In spite of a great ambience, the menu is uninspiring, the food is bland and too often has to go back to the kitchen. The chef is incompetent and rude, service is sluggish, and this is no way to run a...

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A TripAdvisor Member — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 11:37:37 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Steve, you do not mention precisely what you ordered or how it was prepared incorrectly. We truly strive to make each guest welcome and prepare their food perfectly, so specific feedback is far more...