The Bull, Karen
Ranked in Best Casual Dining in Karen
About
The Bull, Karen is a barbecue restaurant in Karen, Nairobi.
Highlights
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Serves beer
- Serves wine
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Brunch
- Wheelchair accessible
- Takes reservations
HoursOpen now
Google reviews
- Lawrence M.Google review · 31 Oct 2025
The best place to relax, enjoy. After a long busy week you deserve a break and some relaxing at this place. A got to buy myself Dawa, and it tasted unique from what I was used to but it was good 😊
- Robert K.Google review · 28 Sep 2025
If you’re not coming here for the beef, you’re missing out—big time. From the moment Brian, the warm and friendly manager, greeted us, the experience felt personal and genuine. His hospitality set the tone for the feast ahead. The ambiance is relaxed yet upscale—inviting you to linger. Now, the star of the show: the beef. Every cut we tried was grilled to perfection, richly flavored, juicy, and tender. The flavors dance in your mouth. Whether it’s the brisket, the ribs, or the prime cut, each bite made us appreciate how much mastery goes into great meat. If I were to sum it up: The Bull, Karen is the destination for meat lovers. Brian and the team elevate the whole experience, but the beef is truly what you come for. Do yourself a favor-come hungry, order a generous cut, and let it blow you away.
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- Salome M.Google review · 6 Sep 2025
First time here,asked the waiter what is their best meal on the menu. He recommended Brisket,was brought out quite swiftly. Was rather cold,slimy and tasted like the last supper! Informed the chef he was kind enough to allow us another alternative. Settled for Rib-eye stake tasted rather decent but definitely not value for money! Their fries poussin chips 🍟 We give a 10/10 . To realise we just drove all this way for such. SUCH a disappointment! And just to point out,this is more of Dagoretti than Karen!
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- Karen B.Google review · 29 Aug 2025
One of the best meat I ever tried in my life. Ribs are fantastic, brisket is just melting in your mouth. Very nice atmosphere. Absolutely amazing.
- Emma K.Google review · 18 Jul 2025
The Bull in Karen is a whole vibe. The grilled meats are tasty – well-seasoned and nicely done. The ambiance is relaxed with good music and a chilled crowd, great for weekend hangouts. Just a heads-up: the beef is quite expensive compared to other places, but if you're going for the experience and quality, it’s worth it. Service is okay and the setting is nice.
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Location
Southern Byp
Karen
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