Chicken marinated in local spices and grilled over charcoal until smoky and charred.
4 top-rated spots found
Hashmi BBQ
Chooza Chicken (Nairobi Style)
Indian-Kenyan BBQ
Β· $$$
Β· Parklands
β β β β Β½ 4.6
1,580 reviews
Local LegendMust-TryConsistent
9.8
Flavor
8.1
Value
7.7
Vibe
Widely considered the gold standard for grilled chicken in Nairobi, Hashmi uses 'Chooza' (young spring chicken) which ensures a level of tenderness that standard broiler chicken cannot match. The marinade is a decades-old secret blend of spices that penetrates deep into the bone.
π Broadwalk Mall, Ojijo Rd, Nairobi Β· View on Maps
Road House Grill
Kienyeji Kuku Choma
Kenyan BBQ
Β· $$
Β· Kilimani
β β β β β 4.2
2,150 reviews
ClassicVibrant AtmosphereOutdoor Seating
8.9
Flavor
8.6
Value
9.4
Vibe
This is the quintessential Nairobi social experience. The chicken is grilled over open charcoal flames in an outdoor setting, providing a deep smoky char. They offer 'Kienyeji' (free-range) chicken, which provides a firmer, more authentic texture preferred by locals over soft commercial birds.
A historical landmark in Nairobi's culinary scene, Njuguna's has hosted everyone from presidents to laborers for decades. Their Kuku Choma is famous for its minimalist approachβrelying entirely on high-quality meat, salt, and the perfect timing over hot coals.
Kukito has modernized the Kuku Choma experience with high hygiene standards and consistent flavor profiles. It bridges the gap between traditional street-side grilling and a clean, contemporary cafe environment.