Top 10 Most Popular Night Clubs in Nairobi

The late-night scene in Kenya’s cities and towns can be described as simply vibrant, fun and plentiful.

After the sun has set in the famous city, travelers and visitors can be fully entertained in some of the city’s stylish and exciting bars and nightclubs. Kenyans to love to party! This is, therefore, a chance to meet and interact with locals as you drink and dance to the music of your choice. 

Nairobi city transforms at sundown to become the ultimate partying hub, full of revelers bustling about, trying to find the perfect spot to while the night away.

Music from the tons of clubs all around seems to get louder as the weekend approaches, and there is no shortage of drinks and snacks to munch on as you rave.

Nairobi bars and clubs invest heavily on decor, furnishings and sound systems in a bid to beat the competition and keep their customers loyal. It is always wise to find out what crowd a club targets beforehand or you risk hating to music or not affording enough drinks.

For those who may be new in the capital city of Kenya, it gets, even more, better as they can just drop by at any of the many joints spread across the city and without doubt, they will be able to meet up with new people who at the end of the night will have turned into great friends.

The city is full of different clubs and entertainment joints that one can choose from, and among them, here are just but the most famous ones that one can check out:

• 40fourty Lounge

40Forty Lounge is located in Westlands (off Mpaka road) on the Crossroads Plaza rooftop.

It offers good service, good food, good music and beautiful views of Nairobi city.   Its view is the main attraction, especially from the V.I.P section where one is able to get the best scenery of Upperhill area, Kileleshwa, the sunset and the city skyline, as well as the surrounding views. The night lights are beautiful.

The hangover soup is what many like, especially after a heavy night out. Finally, for the mains, the sirloin steak is yum. My favorite cocktail is the Nairobian G Sling, which has Bacardi, Grenadine syrup, and Guarana.

• Brew Bistro

Located along Ngong Rd, Brew Bistro is popular for its premium brews and master brewers alongside the exquisite restaurant which is known for serving delicious international and local bites and gourmet meals Amazing live music band, cocktails bar, good food, and rooftop.

One can as well check in for their happy hour that’s usually between 5 pm and 7 pm where you’ll enjoy cocktails

• Blend Mombasa Road

Blend Lounge is located at Nextgen Mall on Mombasa Road. It is on the ground floor, just next to Dominos.

Drinks are pocket-friendly, as beer goes for 250 shillings and 750 shillings for cocktails. You also don’t have to worry about parking because the mall has a secure ample parking space.

• K1 Club House

Their Pitcher & Butch pub, Cocktail bar, Spice bar and Shed bar have modern looks and African features, appealing to young energetic party lovers, business people, and after-work guys.

The artful designed K1, fun comes in two packages, a ground floor dubbed ‘paradise’ with a boogie dance floor, a spectacular aquarium that invites you on a fun and exciting journey.

• Jikonis

Jikoni’s is a Kenyan Bar & Restaurant tucked away in the Noble Ridgeways neighborhood.

A retro cocktail menu, coastal, local, and Jikoni’s infused cuisine.

For beer, whiskey, vodka & wine lovers, they have a fully-fledged bar. All local & foreign brands are available. Every day is a happy hour until 11 PM with beer buckets retailing at 1000 shillings for 5 local beers.

• Kiza

The club is located off Argiwings Kodhek Road, at Galana Plaza and is among the most popular spots in the city at the moment.

They have a team of DJs and a professional live band to make sure your weeknights are fun-filled and fantastic. Attracts a huge crowd but is a good spot to hang out with friends.

• B- Club

The club is located on the first floor of Galana Plaza in Kilimani.

This club became famous and popular as a result of prominent personalities frequenting it.

Otherwise known as Billionaires club this is evident from the Tron bike estimated to be worth between 10-50 million shillings parked seductively at its entrance.

The money gun is always available for those who are rich enough to literally blow legal tender in the air. Feeling like being drenched in champagne that goes for 20,000 shillings per bottle, this is the place for you.

• Alchemist Bar

It is located in Westlands, situated right next to Unga House.

The Alchemist is a hot spot bringing together, food, drink and art lovers.

Notable about the club is its DJs and mixologists. The energy is amazing and the crowd is just right. Mama Rocks are just near it so you can get food anytime you feel hungry.

• Jiweke Tavern

Jiweke Tavern is a beautiful Kenyan restaurant and bars off Ngong road behind China Centre.

It offers good food, music, and facilities for all your meeting needs.

Jiweke Tavern is affordable as beers average 250 shillings and wine is 300 shillings and a bottle is also affordable. They also have amazing cocktails at 700 shillings

• Space Lounge

It is located along Ngong Road and attracts a huge crowd.

It has great décor and is a definitely a party zone with celebrity DJs coming through often. Beer ranges from 250 shillings and the music is great for a night out full of dancing.

• The Whiskey River Lounge

It is located along Kiambu Road. Serves lunch, dinner, and drinks.