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  • 5/5 Alexandra S. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice place for family and friends catch up. Good food and service. On Sundays there is live music that. Nice atmosphere
    9 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Jerry 1 year ago on Google
    Peaceful and relaxing environment with great food especially the feta cheese samosas - a must try!
    7 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 H H. 1 year ago on Google
    Menu is the same as the Lavington branch. The difference is this one has pools. (Adult ksh1000 / Kids ksh500)
    7 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Mohamed A. 9 months ago on Google
    Such a quiet nice place, different vibes from the one at James Gichuru. Each one of them has its own vibes, so for me this one is more into business meetings, reading or even studying because it’s really quiet.
    6 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Wangu J. 1 year ago on Google
    Decided to try their chicken cordon bleu and it was such a delight! It was really impressive πŸ‘πŸ½πŸ‘πŸ½πŸ‘πŸ½and Steve, our waiter, was also really cool and friendly. Would 100% recommend
    4 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Joey M. 3 months ago on Google New
    A hidden gem that I was pleased to find in the heart of Gigiri. If you love places with good food and a great atmosphere without a big crowd, this is a great place for you. I visited it at night so I couldn't get to see the beauty of the place during the day. The service was okay, food took a while but you could be assured it was fresh. The ambiance is what I really liked, much suited for group hangouts or a date night.
    4 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Morgan N. 1 year ago on Google
    A refreshing brunch joint tucked in Gigiri. Easily accessible though parking is a bit limited so it's best to come in for meals such as brunch. Nicely hidden with lots of greenery and and alternative decor. The service is great, we didn't have to wait for long for our meal. Friendly staff. Servings are ample with delicious food and is some what pocket friendly. Would strongly recommend.
    4 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Sophie S. 1 year ago on Google
    I couldn't believe that they were meeting all my most fancy wishes.. I was longing for a proper sweet vegan breakfast for a long time and here we go: Vegan gluten free pancake, decaf soy cappuccino plus a beautifully arranged and diverse fruit Salad. Cherry on top was super friendly staff and garden atmosphere 😊
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Munyiva N. 1 year ago on Google
    The service and ambience was great but the burger and chicken pizza could use some more seasoning perhaps not for my palate. But the chocolate brownie was extremely delicious.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Mina 1 year ago on Google
    Westernised, sophisticated food. The grilled zucchini dish was delicious. The environment is chill and relaxing. Love the feeling of being surrounded by trees and flowers. Very friendly staff.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Dee M. 2 years ago on Google
    Pallet cafe is tucked within a private property in Gigiri, blink and you'll miss it. When I heard about their concept of prioritising special needs people on their staff, I knew I had to visit. Most of their staff members are deaf, so food orders and general conversation can be had through sign language, lip reading and the use of a notebook to communicate orders. The staff were absolutely lovely, as was the food. The Gigiri cafe is located within a private property that was once a family home, so you get to experience great food with a feeling of privacy.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 James W. 2 years ago on Google
    Super cool. I loved their customer care, and the fact that their waiters are all deaf is amazing. Quite empowering.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Arafat D. 6 months ago on Google
    The supervisor,who was not Kenyan, was very disrespectful to the staffs and kept yelling and shouting at them because of an issue with an order.The servers were generally nice but for a place that strives to give opportunities to people with special needs the supervisor was rude,loud and condescending towards the his subordinate. This is not how treat your workers ,YOU CAN DO BETTER. Nevertheless the food was nice.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 vaishali m. 2 years ago on Google
    I love the calm and serene environment at pallet cafe. The staff are super friendly and their coffee tastes so so good! It's always my favourite spot to pick to spend a quiet morning reading.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Alice O. 1 year ago on Google
    If you want to have the best raspberry mojiots in Nairobi and quiet ambiance, Pallet Cafe is the place to go for that. P.s the chicken wings and pizza WOOW!!!
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Amanthi W. 2 years ago on Google
    A must visit cafe when in Nairobi. I couldn’t make it to the original location in Lavington so tried this Gigiri location. The ambience is great, and the staff are extremely welcoming and friendly. Service is excellent - coffee was great.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Karori M. 6 months ago on Google
    Traventure, as the name suggests, is not just a perfect place for adventure enthusiasts to meet and hang out; it's a welcoming space that caters to people from all walks of life with a budget-friendly menu. The services provided are top-notch, and I want to express my appreciation to the wonderful team, especially Violet and Annita, for their warm welcome. I will definitely be returning! I enjoyed my beef tacos 🀀 Kisha nikateremsha na Bila Shaka. Bila Shaka narudi 😁πŸ’ͺ
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Saskia T. 1 year ago on Google
    Great relaxing cafe with gluten free options! I even had a GF pizza which was great.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Stellah K. 6 months ago on Google
    This place is so amazing, after years of searching for the kind of restaurant that suits adventurous souls, this has won my heart, theres a perfect outdoor, great welcoming English interiors that makes you want to stay longer and warm welcoming hosts. I had the best ShakshoukaπŸ’―πŸ’―πŸ’― Excellent is an understatement when it comes to traventure cafe
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Jay S. 3 years ago on Google
    My new favorite place in Gigiri! I used to hang out at the great Pallet Cafe in Thigiri Ridge, but the new place on Gigiri Close is EVEN BETTER. Reminiscent of the vibe at Distant Relatives in Kilifi, the back patio, bar and swimming pool are super cool. A great place for the family to hang out on the weekend.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Namrata T. 1 year ago on Google
    Such a pretty setting at this gorgeous cafe. Love that they train and employ deaf waiters! Only had a coffee/drink this time but will definitely be back soon for a meal.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Kristin S. 6 months ago on Google
    I am horrified by how a foreign supervisor was treating the staff. He was at a table behind me yelling at the staff about an order that was wrong. He yelled repeatedly to a person with a hearing impairment β€œlook at me when I’m talking to you” and was incredibly dehumanizing in an environment that is meant to be safe and inclusive. I could hear the entire conversation he was having with the staff member and offered them no privacy for the conversation. I’m a regular customer at the Lavington location and this was my first time at the Gigiri branch. He made it an extremely uncomfortable experience and has made me distrust the values of the entire social enterprise. My server was wonderful and is the only reason I stayed.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Covid D. 2 months ago on Google New
    We had a family gathering and our experience was awesome. Great food, excellent service. Keep it up team Traventure

  • 4/5 Christine Muthoga - M. 4 months ago on Google
    Traventure has taken over the former Pallet Cafe. They have retained all the differently abled members of staff which is commendable and that on its own is worth our support. πŸ‘ They have cleared the bottom of the garden and hung up hammocks in strategic parts of the garden and quite honestly if I did not have other plans, I would have taken a siesta after lunch :) A number of additions to the menu - the hummus is delicious and hand made by the owner - try it as an entree to share. The pizza and cheese samosas are always good and the steaks are tasty.

  • 4/5 Georgina W. 4 months ago on Google
    It's a place you can go to calm your mind since it's a silent place with soothing music,you can read your book and listen to Mother Nature ,Gives adventure vibe from their fancy menu and arts on their wall i loved all if them mostly a certain mask covered with Maasai beards daamnπŸ₯°

  • 5/5 edward o. 3 months ago on Google New
    The service is good and the waiters were all so friendly. Important to note, there are people serving who have hearing or speaking impairments, so you have to communicate with sign language or pointing out what you want. It has a great atmosphere for working and studying.

  • 5/5 Who's Got My B. 3 months ago on Google New
    Very beautiful, quiet and peaceful place. I enjoyed the delicious food πŸ˜‹, responsive customer service. Very chilled out garden and swimming pool area for outdoor seating. Perfect location for dinner date's at the rooftop.

  • 5/5 Familie K. 6 months ago on Google
    Great location in a serene place. Nice Cafe with a social touch. A good change from the busy and impersonal other Cafe places.

  • 5/5 jacky m. 1 year ago on Google
    I love the environment the food was amazing but the portions were small.

  • 5/5 Nancy N. 1 year ago on Google
    Highly recommend, it's different with deaf waiters and excellent food and service. The ambience is beautiful. The service was amazing. You end up learning a thing or two in this place. Thank you for promoting and employing disabled people . Will be a customer forever.

  • 4/5 Dephence M. 2 years ago on Google
    I loved Palle cafe their pizza was lovely and let's not start with the fries wonderful tasty. You don't need ketchup. There's a small swimming pool which you can enjoy. The best part is that they are inclusive, they cater for all groups of people.

  • 4/5 Samantha Argwings K. 2 years ago on Google
    Such a peaceful and quiet environment...Great for a relaxed afternoon. Amazing staff, but the food needs a touch of work.

  • 5/5 Nduta G. 2 years ago on Google
    The place is beautiful.The waiters are friendly and the service is excellent.I had French fries and wings

  • 5/5 Mary 2 years ago on Google
    The pallet cafe in Gigiri and Lavington are different. Both inspirational and trendy. Both look gorgeous. With great prices. Fantastic singers in Gigiri. Very good manager. Super attentive.

  • 5/5 Sylvia A. 2 years ago on Google
    I love the space so beautiful and I love how inclusive it is by having deaf folk serve us I learnt a few sign language signs

  • 5/5 Klas W. 2 years ago on Google
    Great oasis with live music. Perfect for a Sunday afternoon. Service, food nd the offers of locally made microbrews made my day perfect.

  • 5/5 Bendy β€œB. L.” L. 2 years ago on Google
    What a nice place! A charming oasis that invites you to stay and relax longer than expected. Lovely waiters, most of them deaf, amazing food and good coffee. Our child loved the little playground area. Definetly one of our favorite breakfast place


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  • Pets
    • βœ“οΈ Dogs allowed outside
  • Parking
    • βœ“οΈ Free parking lot
    • βœ“οΈ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • βœ“οΈ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • βœ“οΈ Beer
    • βœ“οΈ Wine
    • βœ“οΈ Coffee
    • βœ“οΈ Alcohol
    • βœ“οΈ Spirits
    • βœ“οΈ Cocktails
    • βœ“οΈ Small plates
    • βœ“οΈ Vegan options
    • βœ“οΈ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • βœ“οΈ Lunch
    • βœ“οΈ Brunch
    • βœ“οΈ Dinner
    • βœ“οΈ Dessert
    • βœ“οΈ Seating
    • βœ“οΈ Catering
    • βœ“οΈ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • βœ“οΈ Dine-in
    • βœ“οΈ Delivery
    • βœ“οΈ Takeaway
    • βœ“οΈ Outdoor seating

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