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Westlands Evening Unwind

Westlands is Nairobi’s new nightlife hub, but the best way to start the evening is with a relaxed dinner before the crowds swell. This plan gets you a solid meal and a drink in the district’s core, keeping you within walking distance of the main action.

Best time: 18:47About 120 min

Timeline

  1. 17:17

    Havana Bar

    Grab dinner at Havana Bar. The kitchen is open daily from noon until late, making it a reliable spot for a laid-back Latin-themed meal of sizzling fajitas or steak before the nightlife peaks. It is just a short walk from the area's center.

  2. 18:02

    Havana:

    Move to Havana: for drinks. This expat favourite is nearby and offers bar snacks throughout the night. It is a good place to settle in and watch the district come alive as the sun sets.

  3. 18:47

    Westlands by night

    Experience Westlands by night. As sunset hits, the bustling district along Woodvale Grove and Mpaka Road is at its peak. You are now in the heart of the nightlife centre, surrounded by restaurants and bars. If you want a spacious club with an expat crowd, look for the Tree house, though traffic can become hectic into the early hours.

Local tip

Traffic in Westlands can become hectic well into the early hours. If you are planning to move between venues or head home later, check the route for transport options or allow extra time.

Check before you go

  • Havana Bar's kitchen is open daily from noon until late.
  • Havana: has bar snacks available throughout the night.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Nairobi (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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