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Matteo’s Italian Restaurant

Top Pick 2026Top Picks have a Google rating of 4.5 or higher from 200+ reviews and are still open. They are never paid for.Google rating 4.6 (1,429 reviews)$$ · Mid-range
Karen
Italian

Ranked in Best Casual Dining in Karen

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About

Wonderful dinner with food rich in flavor and clearly made with care. The natural, relaxed setting makes the experience special — everything feels thoughtfully prepared.

Highlights

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

HoursOpen now

Monday10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
TuesdayToday10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Google reviews

4.61,429 Google reviews
  • Cara V.Google review · 19 Jan 2026

    This is one of our local go to’s. Service is great. Food is always good and relatively well priced. Lots of variety and can cater to a range of dietary requirements. Generous portions, overall such good value for money. Lovely separate bar / events space. Always fun on a weekend evening. Great place to host private events as well.

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  • Gloria C.Google review · 14 Dec 2025

    I had a wonderful dinner at Matteo's. The food was rich in flavor and clearly made with care. I loved the natural, relaxed setting it made the experience even more enjoyable. Plenty of parking made it convenient and the staff were incredibly helpful and kind. I even forgot my purse and they safely kept it for me. I got it back intact the next day. Truly impressive service. Highly recommend.

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  • Fredrik J.Google review · 4 Nov 2025

    Very Pleasant evening that me and my wife had. We were coming in Late after 9 pm but they surely took their time and arranged Food and a table for us. The sirloin that i took was perfectly medium rare...With the italian tastes of a Walnut and gorgonzola sauce! Very cosy and welcoming enviroment and always a smile and the extra from the staff!

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  • Jacqueline O.Google review · 23 Sep 2025

    Matteo’s is one of the top authentic Italian restaurants in Nairobi. Amazing food and drinks. Relaxing and family friendly atmosphere perfect for a Sunday afternoon. My go to is always the risotto and pizza to start with not to mention the perfect Aperol Spritz to start. I recommend making reservations if you want to get a table immediately you get there as it’s quite popular.

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  • Tanvi K.Google review · 20 Jul 2025

    A peaceful garden escape! The outdoor seating is surrounded by beautiful greenery and flowers, creating such a calm and inviting atmosphere. The weather was perfect, making it an ideal spot to enjoy a meal outside. We ordered quite a few dishes, and every single one was delicious — fresh, flavorful, and well-prepared. The overall experience was wonderful, from the setting to the service. We truly enjoyed our time here and would definitely come back!

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Location

Ngong Rd

Karen

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Frequently Asked Questions

Matteo’s Italian Restaurant is open daily, 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
Matteo’s Italian Restaurant is located at Ngong Rd, Karen, Nairobi.
Matteo’s Italian Restaurant is mid-range ($$).
Matteo’s Italian Restaurant serves italian cuisine.
Yes, Google lists Matteo’s Italian Restaurant as taking reservations. Call +254 110 098333 to book.

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