Dau Swahili Restaurant

Dau Swahili Restaurant is a Swahili and coastal-cuisine restaurant on Kingara Road in Kilimani, Nairobi. Named after the dhow, the traditional sailing boat of the East African coast, it recreates a coastal atmosphere with carved wooden furniture and seaside decor, and it opens daily from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

The menu covers the classics. Rice dishes include biryani and pilau, and fish curry and grilled samaki represent the seafood side of coastal cooking. Vegetable sides such as mchicha (spinach) and mbaazi (pigeon peas in coconut) are served alongside the mains. Snack lovers can order bhajia maru, viazi karai and kaimati, the sweet dumplings that pair well with a cup of spiced chai masala. Shawarma and chicken tikka are also available for those who want something from the grill.

The long opening hours make Dau useful at different times of day, from a late breakfast of chai and snacks to a full dinner with friends. The restaurant is set up for both dine-in guests and takeaway, and it also delivers through Glovo and Uber Eats for people in Kilimani, Kileleshwa and Hurlingham.

The full menu can be browsed online through the link below. To reserve a table or place a phone order, call the number listed.

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