The air at the Novotel Nairobi last night was a heady blend of sizzling anticipation, rich aromas, and the vibrant hum of Kenya’s culinary community coming together. The official launch of the much-awaited 2026 Nairobi Restaurant Week was not merely an announcement; it was a promise, plated beautifully and served with generous helpings of passion and ambition. Curated by the Eat Out Kenya team, the evening was a fitting prologue to a city-wide culinary experience set to unfold from January 22nd to February 1st, 2026.
Hosted by the dynamic Eat Out Kenya team and MC Angela Wambui presiding over the evening, it was a fitting prologue to a city-wide culinary event set to unfold from January 22nd to February 1st, 2026. This event marks a spectacular evolution from its humble beginnings.
When Nairobi Restaurant Week first launched in 2013, it was a pioneering experiment by the same EatOut Kenya team, featuring a bold group of just over 20 restaurants. It was a novel idea to bring the city to the table. Over a decade later, that seed has grown into a towering canopy of flavour. This year’s edition, sees over 80 restaurants participating—a powerful testament to Nairobi’s explosive culinary maturation and the event’s role as a cornerstone of the city’s cultural calendar.
Kenyans can expect specially crafted, multi-course menus at fixed, attractive prices, allowing for exploration without extravagance. It’s an open invitation to rediscover your neighborhood bistro, to finally book that table at the place you’ve always walked past, and to embark on a gastronomic adventure without leaving the city limits.
For Nairobians and visitors alike, the next ten days present a unique opportunity. It’s a chance to support local businesses, to ignite your palate, and to participate in a shared experience that celebrates the very soul of this bustling capital.
So, gather your friends, your family, or simply your own adventurous spirit. Consult the list of 8+0 participating venues, make your reservations, and prepare to embark on a culinary journey. Here’s to Nairobi Restaurant Week 2026!
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