Karen, Nairobi: Things to Do & Map

Karen in Nairobi offers Mediterranean restaurants and shopping malls, with The Hub Karen and Talisman Restaurant as notable spots.

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By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026

Top things to do in Karen

Talisman Restaurant
★ 4.6 · 4.0k
Mediterranean· $$$
A vibrant and beautiful restaurant with Lamu-style decor, known for its diverse menu including sushi, seafood, steaks, and unique cocktails.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
11 AM – 10 PM
Sat
9 AM – 10 PM
Sun
9 AM – 9 PM
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Matteo’s Italian Restaurant
★ 4.6 · 1.6k
Italian· KES 1,500–4,500
Every day
10 AM – 11 PM
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Asmara Restaurant - Karen
★ 4.5 · 1.3k
Ethiopian· KES 1,500–4,000
Every day
10 AM – 10:30 PM
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Karen Kitchen, One Stop Arcade
★ 4.5 · 736
Restaurant· KES 1,000–2,500
Mon–Fri
9 AM – 5 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
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Que Pasa Bar & Bistro
★ 4.4 · 1.7k
Bistro· KES 1,000–4,000
Mon–Wed
9 AM – 12 AM
Thu–Fri
9 AM – 2 AM
Sat
9 AM – 2 AM
Sun
9 AM – 12 AM
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Cave à Manger
★ 4.7 · 299
Restaurant· KES 5,000+
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Open House Karen
★ 4.5 · 618
Indian· KES 1,000–3,500
Every day
11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
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GMC Choma Ranch and Pizzeria - Karen
★ 4.6 · 244
Pizza· KES 1,000–3,500
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Big Smoke Karen
★ 4.3 · 859
Barbecue· KES 1,500–4,000
Every day
7 AM – 11 PM
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Bush Cayenne Restaurant, Karen
★ 4.6 · 211
Restaurant· KES 1,000–3,500
Every day
7 AM – 10 PM
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