Best Pilau in Nairobi, KE

A fragrant rice dish cooked in a flavorful broth of cloves, cardamom, cinnamon, and ginger, usually with beef or goat.

Al-Yusra Restaurant

Central Business District

4.4 / 5

The chicken from the afghan pilau was moist and delicious and had a really nice savoury flavor. The rice was also moist and savoury.

Local LegendAuthenticHalal PowerhouseCBD Staple

9.6Flavor

9.2Value

8.8Vibe

CBD / Westlands

4.2 / 5

This is a HIDDEN GEM of a place! Huge portions at good price, delicious local food, and friendly staff.

Hidden GemInstagrammableCoastal AuthenticModern Swahili

9.2Flavor

8.5Value

9.4Vibe

Central Business District

4.1 / 5

Straight up the best chicken biryani and beef pilau... palatable meals and reasonable pricing they pride themselves in.

ClassicValue KingNo-FrillsSpice Specialist

9.4Flavor

9.5Value

7.2Vibe

Central Business District

4.3 / 5

Best authentic Swahili pilau in the CBD. The spices are deep and the rice is perfectly separated.

Local LegendTraditionalCBD Staple

9.1Flavor

8.9Value

7.5Vibe