Cohost Kenya Mombasa Guidebook
Food Scene
These are our local recommendations for food. There are plenty of others, but for your first visit, you should definitely try these out.
The wine and food are amazing, ambiance is fantastic. It's a go to when you visit Mombasa.
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Robertos
Links RoadThe wine and food are amazing, ambiance is fantastic. It's a go to when you visit Mombasa.
Its a must go place when you visit Mombasa. It's always packed, so be there at 12:30pm, no reservations required. If you find it's full, you can always try Barka restaurant (not far from Tarboush) which has similar Swahili meals.
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Tarboush Restaurant
Makadara RoadIts a must go place when you visit Mombasa. It's always packed, so be there at 12:30pm, no reservations required. If you find it's full, you can always try Barka restaurant (not far from Tarboush) which has similar Swahili meals.
When you are done with shopping in the mall and just want to take a cup of coffee or just take a breather, then Cafesserie is a great place. It is in City Mall in Nyali, one of 2 largest malls in the Nyali area and one of the best coffee shops in Mombasa.
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Cafesserie-Mombasa
Malindi RoadWhen you are done with shopping in the mall and just want to take a cup of coffee or just take a breather, then Cafesserie is a great place. It is in City Mall in Nyali, one of 2 largest malls in the Nyali area and one of the best coffee shops in Mombasa.
Fancy some fast food? Coston Poa would be it, they serve great chicken shawarmas and chips, worth a visit.
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Coston poa
Fancy some fast food? Coston Poa would be it, they serve great chicken shawarmas and chips, worth a visit.
This is street food at it's best. During the peak season which is in the months of April, August , November and December, Pirates beach is usually packed, the food place is in make shift stands. You can enjoy seafood mainly fish caught fresh from the ocean, there are Yucca fries, coconut water and more.
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Jomo Kenyatta public beach
This is street food at it's best. During the peak season which is in the months of April, August , November and December, Pirates beach is usually packed, the food place is in make shift stands. You can enjoy seafood mainly fish caught fresh from the ocean, there are Yucca fries, coconut water and more.
This is among the best restaurants in Mombasa, there is an ice cream parlor, restaurant, water sports, motorbikes and there is a night club. They have the best seafood, its all the Mombasa fun rolled into one place.
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Aquadrom Yul's
Nyali RoadThis is among the best restaurants in Mombasa, there is an ice cream parlor, restaurant, water sports, motorbikes and there is a night club. They have the best seafood, its all the Mombasa fun rolled into one place.
Fancy a high end dinner? Make a reservation on tamarind.co.ke
Enjoy night cruises, evening sunsets and a high end dinner. The dhows or boats have a historical past.
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Tamarind Dhow
Fancy a high end dinner? Make a reservation on tamarind.co.ke
Enjoy night cruises, evening sunsets and a high end dinner. The dhows or boats have a historical past.
Snack Attack @ Nyali Centre
Fast food restaurant
Has great coffee and great food
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Java House - Nyali Centre
Links RoadHas great coffee and great food
Best seafood with best views. Very breezy.
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Tarboush Restaurant
Makadara RoadBest seafood with best views. Very breezy.
Drinks & Nightlife
Bars and Clubs are plenty in Mombasa, from the city centre to Nyali to Mtwapa.
Great music, there is a bit of room to dance but if you would like to catch up with the local nightlife scene, this is a nice place. Fridays and Saturdays are the busiest especially at the end of the month.
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Tapas Cielo Bar & Restaurant
Links RoadGreat music, there is a bit of room to dance but if you would like to catch up with the local nightlife scene, this is a nice place. Fridays and Saturdays are the busiest especially at the end of the month.
Great music, catch up with locals who like to party, its at Nyali Centre
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Anuba Lounge
Great music, catch up with locals who like to party, its at Nyali Centre
Its a restaurant but at night, it really comes alive!!!!
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Danka Lounge
Its a restaurant but at night, it really comes alive!!!!
Bunga Bunga Nyali
Nyali RoadGreat music and ambiance, meet the locals who like to party. Its in Nyali Area
Club Hypnotica
Links RoadCentral and great place.
Maasai Beach Bar & Restaurant
Mount Kenya RoadGreat place
Parks & Nature
Carry lots of drinking water and a camera for all these excursions, and also wear comfortable shoes.
Variety of flora and fauna that represents Africa. There is a section for joggers and walkers. The feeding times are in the afternoon from around 2pm to 4pm, the feeding times are for the crocodiles and antelopes. There is an entrance fee to the park.
Tip: Make sure to carry lots of drinking water
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Parque Haller
Variety of flora and fauna that represents Africa. There is a section for joggers and walkers. The feeding times are in the afternoon from around 2pm to 4pm, the feeding times are for the crocodiles and antelopes. There is an entrance fee to the park.
Tip: Make sure to carry lots of drinking water
Crocodile feeding, the best time to visit is between 3-5pm so schedule your visit around that time. There is an entrance fee.
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Mamba VILLAGE - Lunar PARK
Crocodile feeding, the best time to visit is between 3-5pm so schedule your visit around that time. There is an entrance fee.
For water skiing, snorkeling, diving and kite surfing, if you do not like either of these water activities and would prefer to be high and dry then you can hire a glass bottom boat for a tour. It's cheaper if you hire as a group so if you are alone and notice others around you who would like to go for the tour then you can pool together and negotiate on the fee.
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Mombasa Marine Park & Reserve
For water skiing, snorkeling, diving and kite surfing, if you do not like either of these water activities and would prefer to be high and dry then you can hire a glass bottom boat for a tour. It's cheaper if you hire as a group so if you are alone and notice others around you who would like to go for the tour then you can pool together and negotiate on the fee.
Bird watching, feeding giraffes and ostriches, a picnic in a park, a wedding, anniversary or birthday. All the cash collected goes into the sanctuary. This is a BUCKET LIST ITEM!!!!
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Nguuni Nature Sanctuary
Bird watching, feeding giraffes and ostriches, a picnic in a park, a wedding, anniversary or birthday. All the cash collected goes into the sanctuary. This is a BUCKET LIST ITEM!!!!
This is at Fort Jesus, once you are through with the Fort Jesus tour, head on over to the Mombasa Butterfly House. Charges of approx. US$ 5 for non-residents
Mombasa Butterfly House
Nkurumah RoadThis is at Fort Jesus, once you are through with the Fort Jesus tour, head on over to the Mombasa Butterfly House. Charges of approx. US$ 5 for non-residents
Arts & Culture
The Swahili culture is from a mixture of Arab and Bantu African culture. Mombasa was a hub in the 12th century because of it's ports. This culture was also influenced by the Portuguese, you can learn more about the culture by visiting 2 historical places, Old Town and Fort Jesus.
It represents the Swahili culture, they have beautiful carved doors. Its characterized by narrow streets and lovely intricate doors. If you love architecture, this is the time to unleash your camera, if you love shopping for antiques, there are shops and souvenirs.
Old Town is close to Fort Jesus.
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Old Town
It represents the Swahili culture, they have beautiful carved doors. Its characterized by narrow streets and lovely intricate doors. If you love architecture, this is the time to unleash your camera, if you love shopping for antiques, there are shops and souvenirs.
Old Town is close to Fort Jesus.
It was built by the Portuguese in 1593, designed by Italian architect Joao Batista Cairato, the fort has stood the test of time. It was built to secure the safety of the Portuguese living in the east coast of Africa. Despite the historical attacks, it still stands and reveals its history to visitors. There is an entrance fee
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Fort Jesus
Nkurumah RdIt was built by the Portuguese in 1593, designed by Italian architect Joao Batista Cairato, the fort has stood the test of time. It was built to secure the safety of the Portuguese living in the east coast of Africa. Despite the historical attacks, it still stands and reveals its history to visitors. There is an entrance fee
Jumba la Mtwana means the large house of slaves. Learn about slavery on the east coast of Africa
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Jumba la Mtwana
Jumba la Mtwana means the large house of slaves. Learn about slavery on the east coast of Africa
Shopping
City Mall and Nyali centre but there are various "mom and pop shops" also known as kiosks where you can buy small stuff.
KENYA AIRWAYS
Various shops including a supermarket
Mali ya Abdullah means "Wealth of Abdullah". A khanga or leso is a true swahili culture so be sure to pass by there to buy some for your friends and family back home. Beautiful colors with real swahili proverbs which will be translated for you. Be sure to call me in advance to escort you,it is in a hidden area. There are other shops but this one has authentic leso.
Mali Ya Abdulla
Biashara StreetMali ya Abdullah means "Wealth of Abdullah". A khanga or leso is a true swahili culture so be sure to pass by there to buy some for your friends and family back home. Beautiful colors with real swahili proverbs which will be translated for you. Be sure to call me in advance to escort you,it is in a hidden area. There are other shops but this one has authentic leso.
Habari Boutique Ltd
Souvenir shopping for fridge magnets, tshirts. Habari is Swahili for Hello
Essentials
Purchase essentials and cooked meals.
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Naivas Supermarket - Nyali
Purchase essentials and cooked meals.
QUICK MART NYALI
Grocery shopping
Carrefour City Mall, Nyali
Malindi RoadSupermarket
Entertainment & Activities
Go-kart racing for adrenaline junkies, they introduced paintball recently, its a fun activity for the family, archery tag and a restaurant are part of the services offered.
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Mombasa Go-Kart
Go-kart racing for adrenaline junkies, they introduced paintball recently, its a fun activity for the family, archery tag and a restaurant are part of the services offered.
Local public beach if you don't mind the crowds. Various activities include a walk on the beach, tubing, shop for khanga or leso, souvenirs, art and crafts made by local artisans.
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Pirates Public Beach
Unnamed RoadLocal public beach if you don't mind the crowds. Various activities include a walk on the beach, tubing, shop for khanga or leso, souvenirs, art and crafts made by local artisans.