Al-Yusra Restaurant
Ranked in Best Casual Dining in CBD
About
One of central Nairobi's cleanest and most welcoming spots for Somali and Afghan cuisine, with generous portions and a famously delicious marrow broth. The grilled goat with rice is a standout, and the fresh juices pair perfectly — some adventurous diners even end up trying camel milk.
Highlights
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Brunch
- Vegetarian options
- Takes reservations
HoursOpen now
Google reviews
- Kevin M.Google review · 12 Jan 2026
I enjoyed the delicious meal and drink,,,,the service was at it's best 💯👍and am looking forward to visit again with my family. Thanks to Fiona for the warm welcome.
- Justin L.Google review · 11 Nov 2025
I’m not too familiar with Ethiopian / Afghan food. It was better than the medium size town in the US. Large portion. I think I had goat bc as soon as I sat down at 10:15am, the waitress came 30 seconds later with expectation of food and drink. I ordered a double caffe macchiato but she still waited. I was going to order a breakfast but another waiter so lunch is being served. I had way more food than I wanted bc I wasn’t even hungry. For the dish with rice, small soup, and two kinds of meat, very good. 4 star. But I rounded up bc it was better for Nairobi (to me). I’ll add one more picture when I get to my digital camera later.
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- Tahir K.Google review · 1 Aug 2025
Great spot for Somali cuisine in Nairobi. Had the grilled goat with rice, served with a marrow broth which was delicious. Serving size was beyond filling, and fresh juice to accompany the food was also very good. Would highly recommend to any tourist.
- A.b C.Google review · 18 Apr 2025
One of the cleanest and most beautiful Arabic restaurants in central Nairobi – and definitely the only one where I ended up drinking camel milk like a local sheikh! The food? Delicious. The options? Wild – goat, camel, you name it (just get there early if you want to try them). Our waitress was so sweet, helpful, and patient – honestly, coming back just to be served by her again! Food arrived in under 10 minutes, and prices didn’t give me a heart attack – so that’s a win. Highly recommended – and don’t skip the camel milk , it’s a whole vibe.
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- Collins R.Google review · 17 Mar 2021
You rarely find such too notch restaurants everywhere. This is a wonderful restaurant located around the Nairobi CBD. They have wide range of foods served such as pepperoni pizza, burger, pilau, cocktails, and much more. They also offer take away for most fast foods. Loved it.
Location
Banda St, Nairobi City, Kenya
CBD
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