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CJ's - Waterfront Karen

Restaurant

๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ CJs Waterfront is a great place to work from! It has a beautiful airy ambience. Great service from the waiters and the manager. Food and drinks were tasty as usual. I love all the CJs branches - food quality is always great and they never disappoint! People often mention service, good, great, Great, ambience, friendly, portions, time, water, view,


Address

Karen Rd, Nairobi, Kenya

Website

www.cjs.co.ke

Contact

+254 702 000090

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (2.7K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Sunday: 6โ€ฏam to 10โ€ฏpm
  • Monday: (Easter Monday), 6โ€ฏam to 10โ€ฏpm, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: 6โ€ฏam to 10โ€ฏpm
  • Wednesday: 6โ€ฏam to 10โ€ฏpm
  • Thursday: 6โ€ฏam to 10โ€ฏpm
  • Friday: 6โ€ฏam to 10โ€ฏpm
  • Saturday: 6โ€ฏam to 10โ€ฏpm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: service (46) good (40) great (30) Great (25) ambience (19) friendly (13) portions (12) time (10) water (10) view (10)
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  • 5/5 Sarah k. 10 months ago on Google
    CJs Waterfront is a great place to work from! It has a beautiful airy ambience. Great service from the waiters and the manager. Food and drinks were tasty as usual. I love all the CJs branches - food quality is always great and they never disappoint!
    13 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Snyder O. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food, great ambience, awesome staff. We found a hallway perfect for pictures here! I love it, highly recommended.
    8 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Murtaza B. 4 months ago on Google
    The pizza was good, I love the extra cheese portion on my pizza. The quesadilla beef and chicken mix were blend but the serving were very healthy. Enough for two. The coffee was on point.
    8 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 eileen j. 8 months ago on Google
    I have never been disappointed by this place, every time it's always on point. Cjs will always be that restaurant that I do a spontaneous meal at
    6 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Dorothy O. 3 years ago on Google
    Great views, open balcony, great service. What I really loved is the large open, non-smoking balcony. The portions are generous and the food is great.
    4 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Laurency W. 2 years ago on Google
    CJ's located inside the water Front. The food is so great. The outside patio you can enjoy thw water view. This is tye first place ive been you can order different flavors of DAWA's
    4 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Lynn W. 11 months ago on Google
    I am a huge cj's fan. Their food portions are very generous. The services are top tier. The food is really good and the prices are fair.
    4 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Maina N. 2 years ago on Google
    Perfectly set in front of Maji Magic making the view calm and relaxing. Prices are on the higher side but the dish served is good value for money. I enjoyed the tacos. Priced at 1190 and is enough for two is a bargain. I still believe they can make a better cup of brewed coffee. Generally the ambience is amazing & the location is great (away from traffic and noise).
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Gee-man 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely love this place. Staff is very friendly and the food is cooked to perfection, delicious and consistent. Family friendly and outside seating has a really cool view of the water which adds to the whole experience. I must add they make some mean Nojitos๐Ÿน๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿ‘Œ
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 felix k. 1 year ago on Google
    Loved everything from the food to the sitting area ๐Ÿ˜Œ the customer service and the Water front view. Dope
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Josh N. 2 years ago on Google
    Good service and ambience. The steak was good and the vegetable fried rice great. If you love chilli, definitely try out the home made chilli. It adds a great kick to the meal. I tried the breakfast menu as well. One of the few places that makes proper masala tea. I loved it. The pancakes are amazing - definitely recommend trying these. The breakfast combo is truly great. The combination of foods makes it worth more than they charge. Excellent value for money. As always, super helpful staff. Very nice place for a meal.
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Mwende M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food, generous servings, friendly staff, and fast service I had the mexi-fix (Southern Quesadillas) combo (both chicken and beef). I highly recommend the beef option if you would prefer an option with meat. The drinks are also great - highly recommend the coladas if you prefer something frothy ๐Ÿ˜Š
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Nicole B. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely, calm environment. The food was exquisite and up to standards. The service was quick and everyone is friendly. Love it?
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Pauline F. 3 years ago on Google
    Calming ambience,respectful staff, good management,the food is always spot on and a quiet place to meet up and hold brief meetings.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Oscar M. 3 years ago on Google
    This place is really beautiful.. With good lighting, good seats, amazing decor..I tried their coffee and it was all legit soo fresh different varieties.. Please when you visit waterfront be sure to pass by cjs yous will definitely be satisfied. Good for dates, family hangout, dinner, friends treat and soo much more Very clean, the waiters are very friendly Very affordable prices.. Try cjs
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Ebrahim J. 2 years ago on Google
    The best breakfast in town. Amazing location , very good helping and tasty food. Highly recommended
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Kennedy K. Kimenye M. 2 years ago on Google
    Very good ambience with pleasant aesthetics. The food and the drinks are exquisite. It gets crowded sometimes so I'd suggest you take the seats with the indoor -outdoor experience.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Wafa K. 1 year ago on Google
    My friend took us here on our second day in Kenya. Itโ€™s a family oriented place with a lovely view. Staff are friendly and nice. What I like is that all the food is Halal and organic. P.s: look for Judy sheโ€™s a lovely personality ๐Ÿค
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Moraa T. 1 year ago on Google
    The staff was the highlight of the day. Professional, well trained. Happy, friendly, timely, helpful, respectful. When you go to Cj at waterfront karen, ask for Duncan and say Moraa Times sent you and tell him I said he does a good job...it was my first time and absolutely ill be going back soon. Soonest.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 CYNTHIA A. 1 year ago on Google
    The food is so good! And their portions are really good too! Value for money! Service is great.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Audrey W. 1 year ago on Google
    We had a re-union with my friends and decided to try out CJ's. Ambienceโœ”๏ธ Food โœ”๏ธ Timely serviceโœ”๏ธ. It took around 10-15 minutes for food to be served. Most of us ordered from the 'Big Meal Combos' section as this was accompanied by some fresh juice. I took some Fish Fingers & Rice combo which was served with Tartar Sauce. Good Times, Great times with friends.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Paul 7 months ago on Google
    located in a Western type shoping center, the food cam in very large serves and was well prepared. the place was very popular and service was quick
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 rick __ a. 6 months ago on Google
    "My experience at CJ's Karen Waterfront was nothing short of fantastic. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The ambiance was perfect, with a cozy interior and delightful music that set the mood just right. The menu at CJ's is a culinary delight. It offers a wide range of options to cater to all tastes, from mouthwatering burgers to savory pasta dishes, and don't even get me started on their decadent desserts! The food was not only delicious but also beautifully presented. What truly stood out, though, was the exceptional service. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly, ensuring that every moment spent there was a pleasure. It's clear that they genuinely care about their customers' experience. CJ's is more than just a restaurant; it's an experience, a place where you can unwind, savor delectable meals, and create wonderful memories. I absolutely loved every minute of my visit and can't wait to go back. It's a must-visit for anyone looking for great food and a memorable dining experience."
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 1/5 ODADMALINDIWALA 4 months ago on Google
    The food served was disappointingly cold, undermining the overall dining experience. This major oversight in food temperature severely impacted the enjoyment of the meal, leaving a negative impression. The lack of attention to ensuring hot
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Miss R. 3 years ago on Google
    Great service and food portions are generous.

  • 5/5 Graham O. 3 years ago on Google
    Food is delicious, juices are fresh. The staff are attentive and professional.

  • 5/5 mandwic L. 3 years ago on Google
    Always loved cjs the karen branch is jus amazing as well

  • 4/5 dewardvide O. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food! Greater service! I've been there twice and I love everything about the restaurant. From the furniture to the ambience to the menu which has a great variety of cuisines. But...the last time I was there I was accompanied by a professional, experienced caterers who complained about the brown rice not being actually brown ? she said it was just spiced rice but the waiter reassured us it was brown rice I think this has to be looked into.Thoughts? Feel free to reply to this review.

  • 5/5 Bill S. 3 years ago on Google
    Clean orderly lots of light good service

  • 5/5 Sharon K. 4 years ago on Google
    First time at this specific Cjs. Service was great. We were sitted. Food was delicious and timely and we were able to replace pasta with mashed potatoes on one dish. The manager checked on us and they actually bid you good bye when you leave. Very pleased. Would recommend. And the interior design and view of the water is amazing.

  • 4/5 miriam k. 4 years ago on Google
    The food portions were excellent plus the service was great although their boss was sat next to me so everything was prompt. I hope it remains the same even if the boss wasnโ€™t there. Will definitely come back

  • 4/5 Fernando P. 3 years ago on Google
    Good place to have a meeting. Good service.

  • 4/5 Anum Zahra S. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice ambience. Covid rules compliant. Good food - quick service.

  • 5/5 mwema j. 4 years ago on Google
    Very nice place to be. Family, couple and individual have chance to enjoy a meal there. Will come come back.

  • 5/5 steve m. 3 years ago on Google
    Cool

  • 5/5 Simon R. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent service. Good food portions

  • 4/5 Jacques D. 3 years ago on Google
    Not bad

  • 5/5 Wanjiru N. 3 years ago on Google
    Their moctails are ??

  • 4/5 safsaf S. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place. But no free parking as advertised. They started charging from march 2020.

  • 5/5 Passy C. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice service

  • 5/5 Miss O. 3 years ago on Google
    Fast service.

  • 5/5 Marwa S. 3 years ago on Google
    One of the best I have seen so far

  • 5/5 Agnneta L. 3 years ago on Google
    Will always come back. Great food and service ??

  • 4/5 Lenapeer J. 3 years ago on Google
    It's good, nice service and great meals

  • 3/5 Huzefa H. 3 years ago on Google
    Had gone there for breakfast. The menu looked awesome. Ordered a combo having grilled chicken, potatoes, toast bread, orange juice (extra cost) and coffee to come later. The food arrived. Tiny pieces of chicken, with loads of potatoes! The toast never arrived. The coffee came when we decided to leave. I would say the taste was good, but low value for money. On the poor service, I give the benefit of doubt since I have had better experiences at CJs.

  • 5/5 Margaret W. 3 years ago on Google
    Loved the wings!

  • 5/5 Kadenge A. 3 years ago on Google
    Best restaurant in Karen

  • 4/5 Vivian N. 3 years ago on Google
    The place does not disappoint as always.Nice ambiance,clean washrooms and the good food.The portions were generous.

  • 5/5 Bill K. 3 years ago on Google
    The absolute best!

  • 5/5 Malasin M. 3 years ago on Google
    It was good

  • 4/5 Joey P. 3 years ago on Google
    I liked the service, food and the ambience Breakfast was great though the pancakes were a bit too sweet for my liking (they can have less sugar and be topped up with syrup for those who'd prefer something sweeter)..... Other than that the meals are extremely filling and there's a variety of options that are great value for money The overflow outside facing the water is really cute but can get chilly during the cold season.......it however is perfect for a sunny afternoon Great place to just relax and unwind Plus the staff are super friendly so that's a plus as well

  • 5/5 Abdullahiamin M. 3 years ago on Google
    I met good people

  • 5/5 Lilian O. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent ambience and service. I had chicken curry which was just perfect!

  • 5/5 Gitaka N. 3 years ago on Google
    Great Food and Service , A beautiful view of the Man Made Lake at Waterfront Karen

  • 5/5 bekir g. 3 years ago on Google
    It is a well established eating place at Karen. I advise

  • 3/5 June S. 3 years ago on Google
    The ambience is excellent. You have a captivating view of the waterfront lake as you enjoy your meal.

  • 5/5 Ahmed A B. 3 years ago on Google
    Good

  • 5/5 Njeri K. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food as always

  • 4/5 Dan F. 4 years ago on Google
    At CJ's Restaurant - Waterfront, you definitely get value for your money. The food is worth the money you pay for and it is located right next to the Mall's water feature. It's very good for family outing.

  • 5/5 Abby B. 4 years ago on Google
    All C.J's branches have a good service , with portions worth it's cost. The CJ's Restaurant- Waterfront is away from the city , to chill and interact with friends and family. For dog owners,there is a benefit of a dog park in Waterfront Mall, that is acceptable your paw friends.

  • 5/5 Mustafa J. 4 years ago on Google
    The food is very nice, price is considerable especially the breakfast menu ??

  • 4/5 Shafiq j. 4 years ago on Google
    Get good quality continental food. Good service too

  • 4/5 Veronicah M. 4 years ago on Google
    Good food. Ambience top notch .

  • 5/5 Isaac K. 4 years ago on Google
    Great location, tasty food. Great staff!

  • 2/5 Maria B. 4 years ago on Google
    The food is not so good

  • 5/5 mohamed j. 3 years ago on Google
    This is a world class restaurant. Futhermore , it is very clean with delicious food. Their toilets are also very clean and water is available for muslims. Keep it up

  • 1/5 Ynnah C. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice food but waiters don't pay enough attention to visitors

  • 5/5 Shambu 3 years ago on Google
    The food was more than enough and it was finger licking. It didn't take time before it was ready. The waiters are friendly.

  • 5/5 Stellah K. 3 years ago on Google
    It was a good place

  • 5/5 Njoki M. 3 years ago on Google
    Great ambiance, lovely food and good service โ˜บ

  • 5/5 Japheth M. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food and cocktails

  • 4/5 Ifraah A. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing place , good ambiance , great service , good food and best of all the view . If you ever in karen, dont forget to visit the CJ's at karen.

  • 5/5 Mathew J. 3 years ago on Google
    Quality customer service. Delicious and tasty food. The best view of the beautiful scenery of the pond and its environs!

  • 4/5 FRIDAH BEATRICE M. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome food and ambiance. Size is small compared to the demand hence queueing. Service ti also good.

  • 5/5 Abbas Haiderali P. 3 years ago on Google
    exquisite choice of mouth watering cuisine which is well prepared and served elegantly.

  • 4/5 Stefano G. 3 years ago on Google
    Very good food, vast choice, excellent service. A bit expensive all considered.

  • 5/5 Belinda N. 3 years ago on Google
    Very delicious food, great customer service and very comfortable seating. Love that ambience. Never disappoints

  • 5/5 Taylor M. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food. Excellent service. I accidentally left a valuable item at my table and they bent over backwards to keep it safe and return it to me. Thank you!

  • 4/5 Razwana R. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful space. Warm and inviting/ ambience spot on

  • 5/5 Nimo G. 3 years ago on Google
    Great ambience, great service, great food...

  • 5/5 Betsy_ K. 3 years ago on Google
    Oooohhh,you definately want to have a stop over here at the waterfront. Have a cuppa,cappucino,tantalizing food at affordable cost and if water is an enticement for you,rest assured there is plenty of water fun๐Ÿ˜€๐Ÿ˜€

  • 5/5 Abhilash A. 3 years ago on Google
    Great experience . Nice place, food and service. Don't expect pork. It's a Muslim restaurant...

  • 4/5 carole n. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food

  • 5/5 Abdulrizak A. 3 years ago on Google
    It was fantastic

  • 5/5 Billy S. 3 years ago on Google
    The service was good and the food was way delicious.

  • 5/5 Jim w. 3 years ago on Google
    I can't get enough words to embrace it all super super amazing experience with every good service people ,I love it and would recommend it for all

  • 5/5 Martin N. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice food

  • 5/5 Naomi W. 3 years ago on Google
    Love the food portions!Despite them being busy. The food came out in less than 10 minutes. Great ambience too.

  • 3/5 Abou K. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent food n service

  • 4/5 Caroline M. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice ambience, food and pleasant employees

  • 5/5 Esther M. 3 years ago on Google
    Meals are fresh and tasty

  • 5/5 cornelius K. 3 years ago on Google
    The restaurant offers great food and has great ambience

  • 5/5 Diana W. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice food good service

  • 4/5 Viraj M. 3 years ago on Google
    A very nice & spacious Cafe for having quick bites. Also an ideal place to meet & discuss. You have the option to sit inside as well as out in the open air.

  • 5/5 Kรฎmemia M. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome food!!

  • 5/5 Rolline N. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely

  • 5/5 Decapture L. 3 years ago on Google
    Second, third, fourth, sixteenth time round. CJ's will not let you down

  • 5/5 talia n. 3 years ago on Google
    The food was luscious but what made me fall in love with the place more was how friendly all the waiters were. They took time to explain everything i asked they had a smile on their face the whole time. Beautiful service

  • 5/5 Karl T. 3 years ago on Google
    Best place

  • 4/5 David M. 3 years ago on Google
    Love

  • 5/5 Anthony M. 3 years ago on Google
    Wonderful place

  • 5/5 Akumu K. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice service

  • 4/5 David M. 3 years ago on Google
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  • 5/5 Aliasger B. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food

  • 5/5 JUMAAN R. 3 years ago on Google
    wonderful place

  • 5/5 Charles M. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice Big Mouth Burger

  • 5/5 Jackson L. 3 years ago on Google
    Cool ambience and good customer service

  • 5/5 Mon I. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely awesome, place good food, service and mini waterpark for kids to have fun.

  • 5/5 Mobile 1. 3 years ago on Google
    Great service and one of the best locations for a relaxed hangout by yourself or with a friend!

  • 5/5 Zubedah J. 3 years ago on Google
    The decor is beautiful. The food delicious and the portions were quite big. The variety on drinks was also great.

  • 5/5 MAGGIE M. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing Food and Drinks. Love the customer service โค๏ธ

  • 3/5 Rebekah C. 2 years ago on Google
    Great ambiance, food presentation, and good food portion size. We thought the food we got was just okay though.

  • 5/5 Brenda B. 1 year ago on Google
    The service was so good. We didn't wait for long to be served despite the space being so full. The food was so flavorful with amazing portions๐Ÿ˜I would definitely recommend their carribean Jerk Chicken. My friend had the wings combo and she liked it.

  • 5/5 Akiru Z. 1 year ago on Google
    The desert menu was fantastic. I ordered red velvet and hot chocolate with a top cream. It was delicious. With this cold weather. It really helped.

  • 5/5 Silas N. 1 year ago on Google
    I loved the food and how fast their services are provided. From the time we sat to meals being served, it took less than 10 minutes yet there were many people. The place can have huge traffic especially Sunday Lunch Hour. The waiters are so courteous and ready to help - they made sure we found a good seating spot we didn't struggle to find one. My favourite drink was CJ's Booster - this is a new addition to their menu and it is so good.

  • 5/5 Shreeta M. 11 months ago on Google
    This particular branch of CJs is beautiful, overlooking a reservoir of water with waterfront and indoor seating. We had the breakfast combos and the portions were really good. The only thing is that they don't have many vegetarian options - you may end up having only sides. If that isn't a restriction for you, then this is a really nice place to eat at! The food was great, service was fast, all in all a great experience every time.

  • 5/5 Wairimu M. 10 months ago on Google
    If you want to have tasty food & refreshing drinks, this is the place to be

  • 2/5 Johan G. 7 months ago on Google
    We came with 12 kids. We wanted to celebrate the birthday of our son. We cooked an homecake with the kids and just wanted to celebrate the birthday. They did not allow it mentioning that we had to buy a cake from their restaurant. Really rude. The manager were not friendly at all.... the bill too.

  • 5/5 Veronicah M. 7 months ago on Google
    The food is heavenly....ambiance, service,on point....will definitely recommend CJ waterfront anytime.

  • 5/5 Emma L. 5 months ago on Google
    They really professional and so friendly. I really loved this place. They have very nice food, very good customer care and calm environment. I can't wait to come back.

  • 4/5 Anthony K. 4 months ago on Google
    Great place, overlooking the waterfront. The place was great for fellowship and the food was great too. Took chai and they have a platter for snacks which includes samosa, chicken and vegetable rolls, plantain, some tomato pieces. Awesome ambience as well. A bit squeezy though but comes highly recommended.


Call +254 702 000090 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Parking
    • โœ“๏ธ Paid parking lot
    • โœ“๏ธ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • โœ“๏ธ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • โœ“๏ธ Beer
    • โœ“๏ธ Wine
    • โœ“๏ธ Coffee
    • โœ“๏ธ Alcohol
    • โœ“๏ธ Spirits
    • โœ“๏ธ Cocktails
    • โœ“๏ธ Small plates
    • โœ“๏ธ Vegan options
    • โœ“๏ธ Late-night food
    • โœ“๏ธ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • โœ“๏ธ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • โœ“๏ธ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • โœ“๏ธ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • โœ“๏ธ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • โœ“๏ธ Lunch
    • โœ“๏ธ Brunch
    • โœ“๏ธ Dinner
    • โœ“๏ธ Dessert
    • โœ“๏ธ Seating
    • โœ“๏ธ Catering
    • โœ“๏ธ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • โœ“๏ธ Dine-in
    • โœ“๏ธ Delivery
    • โœ“๏ธ Takeaway
    • โœ“๏ธ Outdoor seating
    • โœ“๏ธ No-contact delivery

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