Fine Dining in Kenya- A refined dining experience at Kwenia
Dining at our eco lodge is designed to be intentional, calm, and grounded in experience. Set within a natural environment and accessible from Nairobi, our dining offering blends the feeling of fine dining in Kenya with the ease of shared meals designed for groups, retreats, and longer stays.
Rather than a traditional restaurant setting, dining here is integrated into the overall experience — unhurried, thoughtful, and aligned with the pace of the lodge.
Fine Dining in Kenya — Reimagined
Our approach to fine dining is not about excess, but about balance. Meals are prepared with care, focusing on quality ingredients, presentation, and atmosphere.
This makes our dining experience ideal for:
- Guests seeking fine dining near Nairobi
- Groups staying at the lodge
- Events and private gatherings
- Retreats and curated experiences
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DINING:
Food rooted in place, time, and intention
A slower way to dine
Unrushed meals, prepared with care
Dining at Kwenia is not built around excess or performance.It is built around nourishment, presence, and time.
Meals are prepared using locally sourced ingredients, much of it grown nearby, and shaped by what the season naturally offers. The menu is allowed to change, the pace is allowed to slow, and nothing is forced into uniformity. What matters most is that food feels honest, considered, and quietly satisfying.
The setting is open and relaxed, designed to encourage ease rather than formality. Some meals are shared, creating space for conversation and connection. Others are enjoyed privately, allowing for stillness and reflection. In both moments, the experience remains unhurried and grounded.
"Comfort at AMMODUMP KWENIA is identified as a key strength shown through their food, contributing to a peaceful visit."
Our cuisine Philosophy
Unrushed meals, prepared with care
At Kwenia, we believe food should feel honest.
Our approach to dining is simple:
use good ingredients, prepare them thoughtfully, and serve them without complication.
Menus are shaped by availability rather than rigid schedules. This allows us to stay connected to local farmers, reduce waste, and keep meals fresh and meaningful. Nothing is overly styled. Nothing is rushed.
What arrives at the table is considered, balanced, and quietly satisying. imple Kenyan dishes. Kenyan classics. Tropical, local and good. Most evenings, dinner is served by the poolside, by a roaring fire, under the stars.,
"Their food gives you a sense of peace its a true home away from home."
The Experience
Shared tables and private moments
Dining spaces at Kwenia are designed to feel open and relaxed.
Some meals are shared — encouraging conversation and a sense of community. Others can be arranged privately, depending on the nature of your stay. Whether dining indoors or outdoors, the experience remains calm, comfortable, and connected to the surrounding landscape.Meals often become moments to pause, reflect, and reset — not just refuel.
The Chef
Experience shaped by time
Kwenia’s kitchen is led by a chef with nearly two decades of experience, guided by patience, balance, and care.
With Pakistani roots, his cooking reflects a deep understanding of spice and restraint — blending naturally with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Both vegan and non-vegan dishes are prepared with equal attention, ensuring every meal feels considered and nourishing.
The focus is simple: food that supports rest, presence, and connection — without excess or performance.
Our menu
Fried Chicken & Chips
deep-fried, battered chicken served alongside fried potato slices (fries)
1390 KSH
Chicken Biryani
Spiced chicken masala in gravy plus Kachumbari & Raita
2090 KSH
Mutton Biryani
Spiced mutton masala gravy plus Kachumbari & Raita
2200 KSH
Chicken Tikka
Spiced, grilled boneless chicken chunks plus Kachumbari & Raita
1860 KSH
Chili Garlic Chicken
Spiced chicken tossed in chili garlic sauce with Rice
2090 KSH
Chili Garlic Beef
Spiced beef tossed in chili garlic sauce with Rice
2320 KSH
Nyama Choma
Seasoned, roasted, or grilled goat with chips, ugali, kachumbari
1740 KSH
Mutton Curry
Mutton pieces slow-cooked in spiced gravy with Rice or Raita & Kachumbari
2220 KSH
Chicken Corn Soup
Creamy broth with chicken and sweet corn
930 KSH
Chicken Curry
Chicken pieces slow-cooked in spiced gravy with Rice or Raita & Kachumbari
2220 KSH
Chicken Korma
Chicken braised in creamy nut and yogurt sauce
2090 KSH
Kadai Chicken
Chicken sautéed with peppers in a tomato gravy
2090 KSH
Butter Chicken
Chicken in a creamy, buttery tomato sauce
2090 KSH
Jeera Rice
fragrant basmati rice sautéed with cumin seeds
930 KSH
Daal Tadka
Yellow lentils tempered with hot spiced oil.
700 KSH
Veg Biryani
Spiced vegetables layered with basmati rice
1740 KSH
Channa Bhatura
Spiced chickpeas served with deep-fried bread
1270 KSH
Mixed Veg
Assorted vegetables sautéed in a spiced gravy
1740 KSH
Chili Paneer
Fried cheese cubes tossed in spicy chili sauce
1740 KSH
Chili Garlic Vegetables
Mixed vegetables tossed in spicy garlic sauce
1740 KSH
Matar Paneer
Cheese and peas in a spiced tomato gravy
1740 KSH
Paneer Makhni
Cheese cubes in a creamy, sweet tomato gravy
2090 KSH
Paneer Tikka
Spiced, grilled cubes of marinated cheese
2090 KSH
Chinese Fried Rice
Stir-fried rice with soy, eggs, and veggies
930 KSH
Chana Chaat
Tangy, spiced chickpea salad with fresh herbs
700 KSH
Aloo Mataar
potatoes and peas in a spiced tomato gravy
1050 KSH
Chana Chaat
Tangy, spiced chickpea salad with fresh herbs
700 KSH
Pakistani Breakfast
3 puri · tea/coffee · channa · allo ·ki sabzi
1740 KSH
English Breakfast
Scrambled omelet· sunny side up · coffee/tea · sausages · fruits
1740 KSH
Mixed Tea
350 KSH
Pakistani Breakfast
350 KSH
Samosa Beef
2 pieces
350 KSH
Samosa Vegetables
2 pieces
350 KSH
Spring Roll Chiken
2 pieces
350 KSH
Fruit Salad
1 plate
560 KSH
Soda 300ml
One
180 KSH
Soda 500ml
One
230 KSH
Water 500ml
One
180 KSH
Water 1L
One
350 KSH
Juice (Glass)
One
350 KSH
French Fries
Deep-fried, salted potato strips
350 KSH
Bhajia
Spiced, deep-fried Potato or vegetable fritters
520 KSH
Ugali
Stiff porridge made from maize flour
200 KSH
Chapati · Paratha · Naan · Roti
Unleavened or leavened flatbreads cooked on a griddle or in a tandoor
170 KSH
Kachumbari
Fresh tomato and shallots salad with cilantro.
350 KSH
Raita
Yogurt mixed with spices and raw vegetables
350 KSH
Unlock your taste buds
Whether dining indoors or outdoors, the experience remains calm, comfortable, and connected to the surrounding landscape.