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The River Cafe

Limuru Road, 1/2 km after Village Market | Gigiri, Nairobi 00100, Kenya
+254-20-203-3340
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Ranked #75 of 250 restaurants in Nairobi
Cuisines: Continental
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations
Most recent review
- Jun 10, 2013
Restaurant details
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations
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Nairobi, Kenya
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11 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 10, 2013

This restaurant has a lovely setting, and the food is good - excellent breakfast options, and a varied lunch menu too - good options for vegetarians. Coffee and tea both good. Can be very busy, so make sure to book. Lovely nursery to buy plants, and there's a spa there as well.

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Nairobi, Kenya
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed June 10, 2013

My second time there as I love the location, and a lovely way to spend a sunday afternoon with family or friends. Slow service was fine as we were happy to have relaxing afternoon. The food was ordered with much thought, after the dissapointed from the 1st visit. The fish in foil was superb. Herb crusted fish!! no crust just... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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50 reviews 50 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
57 helpful votes 57 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013

Based on positive reviews from other reviewers as well as prior experience of two expat friends I went with, it must have been a very off day, It was Sunday brunch time and very busy but that is hardly a valid excuse for how poorly we were treated. Our so-called waiter took a long time to take our orders and... More

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SWK2, Owner at The River Cafe, responded to this review
May 21, 2013

Dear Jaqueline, Thank you for your thorough and honest review of your experience on Sunday. We are extremely concerned that your experience on Sunday was so bad, particularly in view of the fact that our Sundays are in fact always very busy so in general, a longer wait time is normal simply because we have a very small kitchen. It... More

Nairobi, Kenya
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40 reviews 40 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

their food is good... service is great..and ambiance is lovely... its got that cottagy feel. the coffees are yummy.

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Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya
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6 restaurant reviews
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2013

Officially and addict as i have had lunch three times at River cafe, this month. A perfect setting that is very serene. Gives you the feeling of close to nature. The garden at the entrance is well kept and the artwork is arranged differently every time i have been there. Also have very beautiful paintings inside the cafe. The menu... More

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Guildford, United Kingdom
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7 restaurant reviews
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

Beautiful setting and relaxed dining. An extensive breakfast and lunch time menu complemented by a great wine menu. There's also a coffee roaster so the coffees are amazing. Close to the Village Market, this restaurant is easily accessible and well worth the trip. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Free Internet is a bonus too.

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Nairobi, Kenya
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 13, 2013

The ambiance of the River Cafe is great and the atmosphere is serene, the coffees are wow and freshly roasted and grinded, the service is spot on and i recommend this gem as the perfect spot to hang out for lunches.

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Nairobi, Kenya
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20 restaurant reviews
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2013

River Cafe is located away from the city center and it is surrounded by lots of green vegetation. It is a great place to chill out on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon. The food is expensive, but not too bad. However, I would rather just go there for a coffee/drink. This place is quite popular especially over the weekends so... More

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London
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68 reviews 68 reviews
45 restaurant reviews
47 helpful votes 47 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 11, 2013

Ate here with friends for both Sunday lunch and brunch. Would much more recommend it for the brunch option, decent eggs benedict. Atmosphere and setting, good. Welcoming for children and dogs and set in pleasant grounds with a nursery (plants, that is) on site.

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Nairobi, Kenya
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29 restaurant reviews
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 17, 2012

Wonderful, relaxing outdoor environment with good food, fast service, and beautiful scenery. A nice surprise.

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