Coffee drinkers will be quick to tell you how much of an art coffee making is. Coffee is a serious (and delicious) business, and its culture commands serious respect. It’s not just about the taste, it’s also about the experience and Kenya, the capital of coffee, offers it all. Kenya is famous for its production of Arabica and Robusta beans which are imported the world over. What better place to enjoy the Kenyan coffee experience than on the soil it’s been cultivated on for more than a century?
Although Kenyans aren’t strict coffee drinkers, we’ve rounded up a few places to go if you’re in the mood for a caffeine shot while in N
airobi. The first one up is Mukutan Garden Café. This Café is located in the gardens of City Lodge Hotel Group’s Fairview Hotel. With more than just the coffee to look forward to, Mukutan will leave you wowed by its delicious food and tranquil surroundings. However, Mukutan is not the only restaurant to explore at Fairview, you can choose from 3 others or enjoy a piping hot cup before you dash out of your hotel room.
If you’d like to do a bit of sight-seeing while you’re at it, visit the Artcaffe in Nairobi. It’s known for its delicious coffee and delectable pastries. As the winners of the 2015 People’s Choice Award in the Taste Awards it is evident that their baristas are trained to make an exceptional cup. Coffee is not the only thing you can expect at Artcaffe; it is adorned with beautiful art, good music, lovely baked goods and all-round good ambience, which is sure to go down well.
Nairobi Java House was one of the first coffee houses in the city and a place you sure want to be. It boasts Kenya’s hand-roasted coffees and will give you a taste of real Kenyan coffee. Choose to sit either indoors or outdoors at this establishment, as you savour your brew. Stay as long as you want and pair your cup with this restaurant’s delicious food.
Need a place to meet for a quick meeting and cuppa? Head on over to Urban Grind Coffee and Grill. It’s tucked away from the bustling city but, definitely worth finding. This makes it the best place to meet with clients in a quiet setting or take time out to relax before rushing to your next appointment. The wide variety of coffee on offer will be right up your ally as a coffee lover and you can even indulge in healthy grilled meals while you’re there.
Get captivated by the amazing aroma of coffee at the Kaldis Coffee House, even before you have your first cup. Enjoy some of the country’s best coffee along with appetizing Kenyan dishes. This spot is not only great for grabbing a great cup of coffee but also for getting to know the locals. It’s a favourite amongst Kenyans and gets packed with people that need to get their fix. Speak to a few, get to know the culture and even get recommendations on which coffee flavour to go for.
Like we said in the outset, coffee is about more than just quenching your thirst, it’s about an experience. Nairobi will offer you just that and will give you the best experience and more sights to see while exploring the best coffee grounds. What more could a caffeine lover ask for?