Ayira's Neuro-Soul Cafe
Ranked in Best Cafes & Bakeries in Kilimani
About
A warm, hidden Nairobi spot with live performances, paint-and-sip nights, and great cocktails — book ahead on weekends as tables fill fast. Service is slow, but the colourful atmosphere and friendly staff make it a place that speaks to heart and mind.
Highlights
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Serves beer
- Serves wine
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Brunch
- Vegetarian options
- Wheelchair accessible
- Takes reservations
HoursOpen now
Google reviews
- Boots O.Google review · 11 Aug 2024
This place speaks to the heart and mind. It's warm, attractive, cozy and entertaining. Enjoyed the live performances, colourful atmosphere and general vibes. Also love the location suitability, hidden in lush and quiet environment. I highly recommend.
- Sandra B.Google review · 30 Apr 2024
If your thing is calm , outdoor , aesthetic...then this is the place to visit..I really loved the ambience..and the service was great..i really enjoyed painting even as it was my first time...with assistance from staff 😀...I loved the food although I must say they should make an improvement to their cocktails..the best part is you get to carry your art 😍 🎨
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- Caroline N.Google review · 23 Nov 2023
As a neurodivergent person the advertising didn't lie- the place put me at ease immediately. It's a very tranquil environment, so peaceful that I didn't want to leave. My server was amazing and patient. The cocktails were amazing, and the masala fries were great although a bit too little considering the pricing.
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- RomonaGoogle review · 19 Apr 2023
Nice, chilled out ambience. Not the place for a quick meal though. The food took awhile. Ordered the pork platter, food was okay. The cocktails are great. Staff are very friendly. Something interesting about this place, it's run by adults with neurological disabilities.
- Sarah K.Google review · 19 Mar 2023
We had an exceptional time at Ayira’s! I would definitely recommend the paint and sip here. Make sure to book a table in advance because the place gets full over the weekend. We received really great service from Victoria. She kept checking in on us the whole time we were there. Food was okay. We had the chicken teriyaki and barbecue chicken wings with fries. The painting set-up was beautifully done. Ambience is really calming with paintings surrounding the area. ❤️ You can visit the place with children - they have a painting set up that can accommodate a few kids. Parking is pretty tight so consider taking an Uber to avoid congestion. I will definitely be back here!
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Location
Shiko Rd
Kilimani
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