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Shamba Cafe & Shop

Google rating 4.3 (2,355 reviews)$$ · Mid-range
Lavington
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About

A lovely, relaxing spot with good coffee, great atmosphere, and impressive gardens perfect for Saturday afternoons with kids and pets. Waitress Linnette is a phenomenal super star — though it's quite touristy and overpriced, with taxes added to the bill.

Highlights

  • Dine-in
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Serves beer
  • Serves wine
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Brunch
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Takes reservations

HoursOpen now

MondayClosed
TuesdayToday9:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday9:00 AM – 7:30 PM

Google reviews

4.32,355 Google reviews
  • Shackie A.Google review · 18 Jan 2026

    Lovely place and food was good, except the sautéed mushroom. Good coffee. Very touristy and overpriced tbh. 4300 for 2, I guess taxes or something will be added to the bill before check out. Nice getaway from Nairobi.

  • Heinz G.Google review · 20 Dec 2025

    All around a great experience. We had breakfast here and it was really relaxing and the atmosphere and service were really good and would definitely recommend it and go back again.

  • Isabell M.Google review · 6 Dec 2025

    Beautiful grounds, ordered margarita pizza ( was okay) and butternut ravioli ( as bland as it can get) will try breakfast menu next time

  • Indovu R.Google review · 28 Nov 2025

    Lots of space to just be and breath. Lots of space for kids as well. The food is amazing, the staff are considerate and thoughtful. Loved the theme

  • Dr. K.Google review · 26 Jul 2025

    One of the best Saturday afternoons I’ve had in Nairobi with kids and a pet. Linnette, our waitress, was a super star. She’s phenomenal and happy. Loves her customers and her job. Very impressive garden - my dog made so many friends and had a couple of good walks.

Location

Loresho Ridge

Lavington

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Frequently Asked Questions

Shamba Cafe & Shop is open Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM; Wednesday to Saturday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM.
Shamba Cafe & Shop is located at Loresho Ridge, Lavington, Nairobi.
Shamba Cafe & Shop is mid-range ($$).
Yes, Google lists Shamba Cafe & Shop as taking reservations. Call +254 740 345168 to book.

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