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Colobus Restaurant by Fairmont

Google rating 4.4 (13 reviews)
Nanyuki
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Ranked in Best Casual Dining in Nanyuki

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About

A Fairmont restaurant where you can enjoy Mt. Kenya views, exotic birds, and animals while eating excellent breakfasts and dinners. The service is warm and attentive, and the seafood pasta is a killer.

Highlights

  • Dine-in
  • Takeout
  • Serves beer
  • Serves wine
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Takes reservations

HoursClosed

MondayTodayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
Thursday6:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday6:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday6:30 AM – 9:30 PM

Google reviews

4.413 Google reviews
  • Doctor B.Google review · 10 Nov 2025

    We had excellent experience at Colobus Restaurant both for breakfast and dinner! From the moment we arrived, the service was warm, attentive, and perfectly balanced between professionalism and friendliness. The staff made us feel welcome and well taken care of throughout our meal. The buffet was nice, with variety of dishes to choose from. Every station offered something different and delicious - from fresh salads and international specialties to beautifully prepared local cuisine and decadent desserts. They also have an Indian station. Each dish was clearly made with care and high-quality ingredients, and everything was perfectly presented. The atmosphere was elegant yet relaxed. It’s rare to find a place that combines top-notch service, great food, and such a comfortable setting so seamlessly. There is a fireplace in the middle of the restaurant that makes it very cozy. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the Fairmont - Colobus Restaurant is definitely a five-star experience in every way!

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  • Ilya E.Google review · 11 Apr 2025

    While eating your lunch you can enjoy the Mount Kenya views, some species of exotic birds and animals just outside the restaurant.

  • Erick O.Google review · 17 Dec 2023

    Ambience that you cannot get anywhere else in the whole of Nanyuki

  • Sybille N.Google review · 27 Nov 2022

    The best experience I had for long The way food is served brings originality and contributes to the experience which is memorable

  • Mehdi M.Google review · 3 Nov 2022

    Great cuisine and amazing service in one of the best surroundings. Try their seafood pasta! A killer!

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Nanyuki KE, Nanyuki, Kenya

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Frequently Asked Questions

Colobus Restaurant by Fairmont is open Monday to Wednesday: Closed; Thursday to Sunday: 6:30 – 9:30 PM.
Colobus Restaurant by Fairmont is located at Nanyuki KE, Nanyuki.
Yes, Google lists Colobus Restaurant by Fairmont as taking reservations. Call +254 111 135600 to book.

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