Shades restaurant and Coffee Lounge

Name: Shades restaurant and Coffee Lounge
Address: 22 kiganjo Nanyuki KE, Nanyuki, Kenya, KE
Telephone: +254 742 399809
Price range: $$
Rating: 4

4.0(179 reviews)

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They fry with olive oil and make chapatis with ghee, which tells you everything about how seriously they take the food. The coffee is among the best in Nanyuki, and they'll deliver to your office if you can't make it in.

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What this place offers

Dine-in

Takeout

Delivery

Reservable

Serves lunch

Serves brunch

Serves dinner

Serves breakfast

Vegetarian options

Wheelchair accessible

HoursOpen now

Monday7:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Tuesday7:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Wednesday7:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Thursday7:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Friday7:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Saturday7:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Sunday7:00 AM – 10:00 PM

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4.0

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22 kiganjo Nanyuki KE, Nanyuki, Kenya

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Frequently Asked Questions

Shades restaurant and Coffee Lounge is moderately priced (KES 500–1,500 per person).

Yes, Shades restaurant and Coffee Lounge accepts reservations. We recommend booking ahead, especially for weekends and holidays.

Shades restaurant and Coffee Lounge is located at 22 kiganjo Nanyuki KE, Nanyuki, Kenya, Nanyuki, Nanyuki.

Shades restaurant and Coffee Lounge has an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 179 reviews.

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Based on 179 reviews

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Kenneth Micah

12 months ago

Simply: utapenda! Amazingly fresh and well spiced meals, and yes, with generous portions too! Extra mile with using healthy fats too; olive oil for frying, ghee for chapatis. Literally, finger licking...

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Eat·Utawala

Away from the hustles and bustles of the city is Nanyuki town. It's, on average, about 4 hours away from the city. Now, if you are in town and are looking for a chilling spot, then the Shades Coffee L...

Hidden dining gem in Nanyuki. Excellent ambience and ample seating. Quick service and short waiting time for meals to be prepared. Wi-Fi available. Cozy and nice for dinner, dates, coffee, meetings of...

Food was good, service slow, but not bad

Good place to chill in town You can meet and strike your deals here Good food ,and an amazing working corner

Shades restaurant and Coffee Lounge

About

What this place offers

HoursOpen now

Google Reviews

Location

Explore Our Kenya Guides

Best Coffee Shops in Nairobi: A Local's Guide

Best Brunch Spots in Nairobi (2026 Guide)

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Frequently Asked Questions

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