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Havana Bar & Restaurant

Bar Bar and grill Cocktail bar

👍👍 I got the stuffed butterfly steak (medium) with cheese and blue cheese sauce. Easily one of the best steaks I've had in a long time and it was a good size for the price. I've heard many good things about the food here and now I know why. A must-visit during your time in Nairobi. People often mention good, music, drinks, staff, service, Havana, great, Nairobi, Nice, night,


Address

33 Woodvale Grove, Nairobi, Kenya

Website

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Contact

+254 795 984345

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (748 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 12 pm to 2 am
  • Friday: 12 pm to 4 am
  • Saturday: 12 pm to 4 am
  • Sunday: 12 pm to 12 am
  • Monday: 12 pm to 1 am
  • Tuesday: 12 pm to 2 am
  • Wednesday: 12 pm to 2 am

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  • 5/5 Lee H. 3 years ago on Google
    I got the stuffed butterfly steak (medium) with cheese and blue cheese sauce. Easily one of the best steaks I've had in a long time and it was a good size for the price. I've heard many good things about the food here and now I know why. A must-visit during your time in Nairobi.
    10 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Assumpta M. 2 years ago on Google
    A very chilled place located at the heart of Westlands, Nairobi. You’ll love the services, the ambience and the music that’s played here. There’s also exclusive restaurant space
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 S A. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely terrible. An employee told me that the cocktails were only 600. After the check came, the manager (Beatrice) said they were actually 800. Beatrice said the employee was new and made a mistake. Instead of acknowledging the employee’s error, Beatrice made me pay full price. I used to come here every week. I will never come to Havana again. Edit: “Ok” is a very sad response by management to this issue. I recommend that no one come to this restaurant, unless they train the management better. Very sad experience - there are many better bars in Nairobi.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jay S. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice place to hang out for a drink and a great meal. We had the fish tacos which were the best we've had in Nairobi. There's some nice, quieter restaurant style seats in the back. The upstairs is more lounge style and we really wanted to sit up there, but the whole second floor wreaks of smoke, yuck! Very friendly staff out front helping people park safely. We'll definitely be back.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Emmanuella W. M. 1 year ago on Google
    Really loooove the loaded nachos, feels like taking a trip to Havana Cuba. Friendly staff and great "Western/country vibe" deco
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Andy D. 4 years ago on Google
    Looks like a dive, often full of girls, you could easily just walk past and ignore it. DON'T!! The food is fantastic, a real eye opener... and the prices are very decent....
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tim H. 4 years ago on Google
    Love this place! Food is good and the menu is extensive. The drinks are plentiful and service is really good. Like the music a lot and it's not too loud. Highly recommended.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Biju B. 1 year ago on Google
    One of my favourite places in Nairobi, a cozy little space with good music and food.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Grace O. 5 months ago on Google
    What my sister went through at Havana on Saturday night is beyond sad. This old Indian dude assaults my sister and instead of helping , the bouncers attack us verbally and physically even getting an armed police man to threaten her. Meanwhile the one responsible for the assault is not concerned because he knows he'll get away with it. His friend even threatens to punch me in the face while the bouncers look on. What a shame! Then after my sister's review, there has been back to back positive reviews, clearly people they are getting to boost their reviews
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Taurus M. 2 years ago on Google
    Pretty decent serving of chicken fajitas. Service was fine. I should probably swing by during lunch for a different perspective because the Tuesday night crowd was a little ratchet...or maybe Havana was the final stop of a night of drinking for them. Nothing too inappropriate. More amusing than annoying. I'll have more to say upon a future visit. The beef wellington does look appetizing.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rosario A. 2 years ago on Google
    The best gastro experience I have had in Nairobi. 6 courses of some of most flavourful food but without spice, which makes it excellent for gourmands with ulcers. Chef Anthony is the creator of this organic feast and don't forget to go for Taco Tuesdays at kshs600. The cocktails are made to original specifications but with a little too much ice. And the decor is stellar, being the home of Nairobi's most popular artist Michael Soi.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 cosmicyellow 4 years ago on Google
    13 days in Nairobi, I spent at least 10 nights at Havana Bar. Music never too loud, staff always polite, girls always there, food great. One of the best places at Westlands if you are over 30 and don't like it loud.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 John P. 1 year ago on Google
    Stopped in for a drink on a Sunday night. The bar was not crowded, but looks like it could get packed on Fridays and Saturdays. Service was friendly and a good selection of locally craft beers. Although the draft beer came with a lot of foam.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Stefan B. 9 months ago on Google
    Havana has been around for many years now, and I believe the interior would be better off with an upgrade. Also the bar service could be improved. However, the atmosphere is still there and the food was, as usual, delicios. Hail the chef!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Claes M. 1 year ago on Google
    Not sure what was wrong with the place today. Food was ok, but came with fries instead of mashed potatoes. Vegetables were served cold and raw. Some waiters too busy, others just standing around doing nothing. Staff in the bar to busy doing other things, don’t have time to take orders. Asked for Coke Zero Sugar - not available. Asked for Vodka Absolut - not available. Bathroom filthy dirty, also no paper towels to dry hands. Where is the management???
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Law M. 10 months ago on Google
    Fun place and good atmosphere. Good vibes and ambience. Good drinks and happy hour. Usually come here for drinks before hitting the bars up and down the strip of the electric Avenue. Food is not bad either. Over a good place and food and drinks at a central location before hitting the town on a weekend. Or weeknight.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hc 4. 1 year ago on Google
    Havana is a cool spot. It's that bar you go to for drinks and a conversation before you hit the club. I was there with a summer bunny and the fact that she lives in UK, Havana was the perfect choice. The music was spot on and the cocktails were amazing according to my pal. They did look delicious. Am a whisky girl. Expatriates love Havana and it's usually busy especially on Friday night!! If you are in westlands and you want a place to hang out and have a good time, I recommend Havana!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Robert G. 4 years ago on Google
    Tired and wornnout; long overdue a refurb.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sankines 3 years ago on Google
    They have an upstairs and downstairs setting. I prefer being upstairs - it’s more cozy, especially if you’re on a date. I always enjoy their drinks 😁
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jessica S. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a really great restaurant/bar in Nairobi, great cosy interior, suuuuper good food and great drinks! The staff is also super friendly and you get a warm towel before eating 🫶🏼 Highly recommend going here!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Kores N. 4 years ago on Google
    Very good food
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Iram D. 4 years ago on Google
    has good range of food and fresh. good atmosphere where you can go for a date. good music
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Rabina S. 3 years ago on Google
    Tried their fish taco and red snapper main course. It was good. Fries were ok, said it was triple fried fries but just tasted like normal fries. But good place ro hang out drinking with friends
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jeff T. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice bar with great food. The beef wellington is one of the best i have tried
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Evon A. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice waiter service 😁, drink diversity and all that inclusion crowd. Food is good 👌 but menu has ripped out pages🤪
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gordon W. 7 months ago on Google
    This place is a legend for a single guy, couples, or friend groups - solid music, great food, and excellent drinks. I’ve been away a while, but I’m sure the food and drinks have jumped a notch up. I’ve been coming to Havana 7 years, and I’ve never had a bad experience with the staff who are friendly, pleasant, and attentive - from the guys securing the place out the front to the gorgeous wait staff. I can sit alone all night, or… whatever. It combines quality with a louche ambience that I thoroughly enjoy. I note also that Havana takes these reviews seriously, so WELL DONE! Keep it up.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Kiki M. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice service and delicious mexican theme food.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Skypro L. 4 years ago on Google
    They have the best steak you would ever eat in this country ; chief chef Kioko keep up ; Happy happy customer for several years now
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 chef kimani n. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent

  • 5/5 Yuki O. 2 years ago on Google
    The problem with Havannah? More people don't know about it. I really love the food here. Everything is amazing and always fresh. They need to market it more :( When I go there I worry that my favourite restaurant may close one day. Please market more !!!

  • 5/5 Gerhard W. 2 years ago on Google
    Bar/Bistro with a pleasant quiet atmosphere where it's actually still possible to talk to each other. Super friendly staff, good selection of wines and we also had some good snacks. Recommended.

  • 2/5 ivan a. 2 years ago on Google
    Was famous a while back but not so much now.

  • 2/5 Maureen K. 2 years ago on Google
    A very lively pub at first sight....you order for a Mojito,westy it is you politely ask one of the bar tenders to look after your drink coz you've gone to the test room,you come back ask for it and its offensive to these guys..one two three drinks even the bar tenders themselves are more drunk than the customers...nothing makes sense to them anymore.Worse still is when 3 bar men look like they'll slit your throat for raising an issue.Iam an offended customer to say the least...

  • 5/5 Zelalem M. 2 years ago on Google
    Oh Havana! An incredibly atmospheric bar, a Nairobi staple with some of the best food in town. The Chef is the best kept secret in the city!

  • 4/5 Sidharth M. 1 year ago on Google
    It's quite a hype among tourists but it's pleasant during evenings! Very friendly staff,but beware, the security will almost always ask you for a beer if you are a regular!

  • 5/5 Patroze W. 4 months ago on Google
    High end place to have a cup of single origin specialty coffee freshly roasted. Their pies are on point👌

  • 4/5 Mohamed A. 10 months ago on Google
    Such a lovely place and vibe, didn’t try the food and I enjoyed their deserts. I’m only sad because they don’t serve any hot beverages at anytime. But overall the place is nice, cozy and chill.

  • 3/5 Kanyeki G. 4 years ago on Google
    Polite Cuban bar paired with a rustic restaurant. Polite crowd. Polite music. The wait staff are ever smiling. Only downside is the tiny john.

  • 5/5 Wolo W. 6 months ago on Google
    I only had beers at this place and indeed the customer care is great. Was happy that the DJ played some Ugandan music. Good place indeed

  • 1/5 Janet L. 5 months ago on Google
    NOT SAFE FOR WOMEN- Please do not go here as a black woman at night with no male companion or do not go at all as black women. You will get profiled and assaulted (touched inappropriately) by old indian men, and the waiters and security guards will enable it and defend the perpetrator. They are also in cahoots with parklands police station( bouncers kept threatening me with that when i reported my assault and even brought a cop with a gun to threaten me and prove to me that i would not get any justice if i reported the incident there) The female bouncer is not sympathetic either and will join the males in assaulting if you if you raise concern so incase of any incident, do not report there, go to another police station.

  • 5/5 Hiribae W. 7 months ago on Google
    One of Nairobi's finest restaurants by day and a busy curbside bar come evening. Would recommend everyone try the food here. Never been disappointed.

  • 2/5 Darren F. 7 months ago on Google
    Been coming to Havana for six or so years. But this time was a little odd. The drinks and staff are always good. But the food. Stay well clear of the Seafood Risotto. I’m not sure how to describe it. . Made with ling grain rice and a horrible taste The chicken was probably cooked at 6pm The Kitchen needs a major shake up. Shame in the past this was a solid bet

  • 5/5 Melvin D. 7 months ago on Google
    Had a wonderful time with a chicken tikka burger and fries.The chicken was a bit chewy but cuttable with a knife. The sauces and cheese gave the burger a very nice flavour though. Excellent service. Nice ambience. Felt like i was in Cuba. There were few diners over lunch and a lone patron nursing a beer. The right place for a quiet business lunch

  • 5/5 Nora G. 8 months ago on Google
    I don't think have ever had a favourite Dj before, Havana's Dj is the best on music, not too much of afro as most clubs in Westlands, had my bestie and I return for the second time, we danced the whole night on two different nights. The servers would really take care of you and your belongings, we could leave our handbags and phones on the tables and go dancing and still find them once back. The drinks are very affordable if you on budget or even if you want to splash your money on your favourite expensive drinks. For now this is our favourite bar, see you guys on the dance floor one day :).

  • 4/5 Nauphrage C. 10 months ago on Google
    It is a small, fun filled space. One of the best places for a night time experience.

  • 5/5 Cynthia M. 1 year ago on Google
    Went here with my friends and we had an excellent time. Great music, reasonable price points, the club is not crowded either so service is fast, and they keep their toilets clean! Also Micheal Soi's artwork adds alot of character to the place.

  • 5/5 Andy C. 10 months ago on Google
    Great spot cor dinner or to watch sports. Good crowd and good service. Highly recommend

  • 1/5 Jon A. 11 months ago on Google
    35 minutes waiting for simple food order. There were 3 customers and at least 8 staff that I counted. Seems like a nice place but beware of the slow service if you’re hungry.

  • 5/5 Bud M. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice little bar a short walk between The Boss Den and The Alchemist. It's just down from the Galitos, follow the music.

  • 5/5 David M. 1 year ago on Google
    Comfy bar with great staff, food was good and tasty with a good selection of drinks. Great positioning of the TV’s where I enjoyed the World Cup!

  • 5/5 Samuel K. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is amazing for draught beer 🍻. The music is very good. It's a popular joint for many expatriates.

  • 5/5 Terry A. 1 year ago on Google
    What a lovely place to go. The bar staff and waitresses are friendly and do there up most for you. As for the food it is fantastic, there butterfly steak is to die for.

  • 5/5 thomas m. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was delicious, cocktails were great and service from our waiter, Esther was fantastic. Been coming here for years and the food is still top notch. I recommend the steak and chimichanga

  • 5/5 Agnes W. 4 years ago on Google
    It has the best services

  • 3/5 iris N. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Service not friendly but not unfriendly rather bored and neutral. Unfortunately there was nothing going on, we found it a bit dark, looked more like a pub, currywurst with potato hot but tasty, but very hot, you would have to note that not everyone wants it. Smelled a bit of the toilet, a drink is fine. (Original) Service nicht freundlich aber auch nicht unfreundlich eher gelangweilt und neutral. War leider nichts los, wir fanden es ein bisschen dunkel, wirkte eher wie ein Pub, Currywurst mit Potato scharf aber lecker, aber Sehr scharf, müsste man extra vermerken da nicht jeder es möchte. Hat ein bisschen nach Toilette gerochen, auf einen Drink geht schon.

  • 5/5 Rehema A. 4 years ago on Google
    Cool

  • 4/5 Sijmen de H. 4 years ago on Google
    Once very busy bar on Thursday night with guests spilling on to the street. Still ok though less busy. I like the Chicken Fajitas that is served in the restaurant part of the place.

  • 2/5 David K. 4 years ago on Google
    Expensive for no good reason.

  • 5/5 serah m. 4 years ago on Google
    Friendly staff and cool music

  • 5/5 Stephen V. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome

  • 3/5 Gerald O. 4 years ago on Google
    Great ambiance, food and music

  • 1/5 KG O. 4 years ago on Google
    Cockroches appear on the table, several times

  • 5/5 Mary A. 4 years ago on Google
    Fantastic

  • 3/5 Rose M. 4 years ago on Google
    It good

  • 5/5 mosley o. 4 years ago on Google
    Fantastic service

  • 5/5 Amboseli Bush C. 4 years ago on Google
    Solid bar. Has been around for a while. Gets better with age. Great food.

  • 1/5 MyChef 4 years ago on Google
    My drink was spiked here, lucky enough i know the difference bought 2l of water which i drank all at once...and was insisted to pay a bill that was not mine, with items that i did not order or drink by a barman called Brian who was drunk. Lucky enough i always settle my bills and seperate them. Go at your own risk!

  • 4/5 Ron A. 3 years ago on Google
    Great old school feel

  • 3/5 priscillah k. 4 years ago on Google
    Great bar for a weekday. Very ambient. Not so much on weekends since the space is too small. We had trouble finding a table and the service was quite slow.

  • 4/5 carolx s. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice food, nice drink.. Cool music cool atmosphere

  • 4/5 Wambui W. 4 years ago on Google
    The ambience was great. The food was also pretty great.Good service. I'd recommend to anyone who wants to have some chilled fun.

  • 1/5 Mula G N. 4 years ago on Google
    Ordered food, took 1 hour for us to give up. Would've been cool to tell us the kitchen was overwhelmed.

  • 3/5 craig B. 4 years ago on Google
    To be honest I just hate the music. The bar is a dive bar and the only reason the reviews are so good is they lack competition. The drinks were good and i didn't try the food because im not paying 10 dollars for a burger in no dive bar. What the owner really needs to do if he doesn't want to remodel is atleast put a new bar in. Its old and worn out. That would make a difference. Everyone should Atleast invest in thier own business.

  • 4/5 Christina N. 4 years ago on Google
    Good food at havana and nice music with the right crowd

  • 5/5 Henry M. 4 years ago on Google
    Spacious

  • 5/5 daniel f. 3 years ago on Google
    Food was fantastic as usual, service efficient and some nice music to boot.

  • 5/5 John B. 3 years ago on Google
    Cool place for hanging out in Nairobi CBD. Great food reasonable prices for drinks

  • 4/5 Idir b. 3 years ago on Google
    Its not as full as it used to be because of corona...but good music and good staff

  • 5/5 Ruud E. 3 years ago on Google
    Great dishes during COVID-19 days!

  • 4/5 Collins G. 3 years ago on Google
    Very chill place.

  • 5/5 Abdullah O. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice food and the burger are awesome

  • 3/5 itsme a. 4 years ago on Google
    It's was ok

  • 5/5 Wanjiru G. 4 years ago on Google
    I loved the calmness in this place. I would be here any day I want to go out and still be chilled

  • 4/5 Patrick M. 4 years ago on Google
    The old self

  • 5/5 mark l. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place to unwind

  • 5/5 rebo s. 3 years ago on Google
    Very good cooked food , big difference between normal restaurants I've visited

  • 4/5 Lagina H. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good service. The food tastes good. Relaxing atmosphere (Original) God service. Maten smaker godt. Avslappende atmosfære

  • 5/5 Raymond K. 4 years ago on Google
    Lit

  • 2/5 Andy S. 4 years ago on Google
    Very slowly served

  • 4/5 eliud K. 4 years ago on Google
    Food is amazing. Only place I eat pork ribs

  • 3/5 Winston W. 4 years ago on Google
    Not crowded as the rest of the bars on this street. It has a Cuban theme.

  • 4/5 Jacqueline T. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice hang out place with cool music (Original) Nice hang out place with cool musik

  • 5/5 oñyoñyo 4 years ago on Google
    Good food & Memories of the Bronx

  • 5/5 Winfred M. 4 years ago on Google
    Best place to be

  • 4/5 Sadat G. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing place foods and drink


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Paid parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Kerbside pickup
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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