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Big Knife - The Imaara Mall

Google rating 3.6 (103 reviews)
Embakasi
Restaurant

Ranked in Best Casual Dining in Embakasi

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About

Another Brew Bistro location with the same craft beers and burgers. This T-Mall branch is good for quick lunches or after-work drinks in the Langata area. The outdoor seating is spacious.

Highlights

  • Dine-in
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Takes reservations

HoursOpen now

Monday10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
TuesdayToday10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM –��10:30 PM
Thursday10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Friday10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Saturday10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Google reviews

3.6103 Google reviews
  • Chad M.Google review · 16 Oct 2025

    The big knife is a visually striking restaurant located inside the mall, with decor that stands out and creates a memorable atmosphere. I especially appreciated the stylish interior and thematic details. On the downside, the food did not meet our expectations. The chicken fajita was quite bland, and the rice was undercooked. The drinks, however, were delicious and a definite highlight. Service was a bit slow, which affected our overall experience. Additionally, some patrons were allowed to be very loud without being asked to quiet down, which detracted from the ambiance for my friend and me. Overall, I wouldn’t strongly recommend this place given the mix of uneven food quality and quieter dining experience. If you’re primarily after a good drink and a stylish setting, it might be worth a visit, but with tempered expectations about the food and atmosphere.

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  • Kevin S.Google review · 11 Sep 2025

    Great vibes for a date or a group of friends also affordable

  • Diana C.Google review · 6 Jun 2024

    The chicken wings were sooo delicious 😋 😍 ... I wished I carried some home but my stomach couldn't let me 😅😅 j had to finish them The service was great 👍, didn't actually wait that long for the food and that was awesome The atmosphere was okay and it's a very nice place. Will be visiting the Mombasa one soon 😊

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  • WambuionthegoGoogle review · 20 Apr 2024

    It's a beautiful convenient location easily accessible. There's free parking. The food was delicious, the service was good, although it could be better. The pizza was thin crust with just enough sauce and toppings, the shawarma was fresh and juicy as always and the passion juice was good. Overall it's a nice fast food restaurant with good ambiance, enough sitting space both inside, upstairs and outside. Would recommend highly.

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  • Morris K.Google review · 20 Feb 2024

    Tried them with my friends and they didn't disappoint at all. Delicious food but there's still room for improvement. It's becoming a favorite food spot in the mall.

Location

Mukuru

Embakasi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Big Knife - The Imaara Mall is open Monday and Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM –��10:30 PM; Thursday and Friday: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM; Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Big Knife - The Imaara Mall is located at MVCJ+X9G Mukuru, Embakasi, Nairobi.
Yes, Google lists Big Knife - The Imaara Mall as taking reservations. Call +254 700 067067 to book.

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