Cocktail bars in Nairobi
If cocktails are the plan in Nairobi, start here: 12 cocktail bars listed locally, sorted by what drinkers actually say. Pair two or three of these and you have a full day sorted in Nairobi.
Cocktail bars in Nairobi
The serious-drinks map of Nairobi: real venues, real ratings. Menus change with the seasons — ask the bartender. If the menu does not list it, ask anyway; the best drinks are often off-menu.
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Drinking cocktails in Nairobi
- The best seat in any cocktail bar in Nairobi is at the bar itself — you get the show and the bartender's recommendations.
- Speakeasy-style spots often hide the entrance and skip the sign. Check the address carefully before you go.
- Cocktail prices in Nairobi vary wildly by neighborhood; hotel bars charge the premium, side-street spots often pour better for less.
About Nairobi
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya (coordinates -1.28, 36.82, Dayfari covers about 40 km around the centre).
Listings for Nairobi come from Google Places, refreshed regularly. Small towns change fast: if a place has shut or moved, the listing may lag behind.
Common questions
Where do these Nairobi cocktail bar listings come from?
Google Places listings for Nairobi with ratings and review counts. Sorted by reviews — Dayfari sells no placements.
What is the difference between a cocktail bar and a speakeasy in Nairobi?
Mostly vibe and secrecy: speakeasies lean hidden entrances and classic cocktails, cocktail bars lean open rooms and creative menus. Both are listed here.
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