Lyric House · Kimathi Street · Nairobi CBD
A big, easygoing dining room in Lyric House with a balcony looking straight down Kimathi Street — good food, honest prices, and a menu built for groups.
The Spot
Tucked into Lyric House on Kimathi Street, Top Rise has built a loyal following the old-fashioned way — good food, a big comfortable space, and service that keeps people coming back. It's the kind of place regulars call a hidden gem, mostly because it doesn't try to be anything else.
The dining area is large enough for groups without feeling like a hall, and the balcony seating looking out over Kimathi Street is the spot regulars ask for by name.
The seating area is one of the biggest draws — spacious, comfortable, and airy, with the balcony giving a proper view down Kimathi Street. It's become the go-to quiet meeting spot in a part of town that isn't always easy to have a conversation in.
Portions get mixed feedback — some find them generous, others wish for more, so it's worth checking pricing details before ordering to avoid any surprises on the bill. Parking around Lyric House can be tight; regulars say it's worth it for the food.
Why Regulars Go
Consistently described as a hidden gem in the CBD — the kind of place people are happy to recommend once they've found it.
Praised for the space and dining area — a big, comfortable room that doesn't feel cramped even when busy.
A go-to for groups looking to share platters without a fine-dining price tag attached.
Lyric House, Kimathi Street
Nairobi CBD, Kenya
Groups, quiet CBD meetings,
balcony seating with a view