Country guide · Africa

Specialty coffee
in Kenya.

All 17 cafés listed in Kenya are in one city, Nairobi, mapped and reviewed by the Roasters community.

17
Specialty cafés
1
City
#4
Rank in Africa
8%
Share of Africa
In numbers

Regional and global context

Ranked #4 of 16 countries in Africa, with 8% of the specialty cafés listed in the region. On the global table of 126 countries it sits at #76. Just above in the global ranking: Ecuador (17). Just below: Iceland (16).

City distribution

How the cafés are spread

Every listing is in Nairobi for now.

  • 10–29 cafés 1 city

No city here has reached the 30 cafés needed for themed guides yet.

All cities

Where to drink in Kenya

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FAQ

About specialty coffee in Kenya

How big is the specialty coffee scene in Kenya?

17 cafés on Roasters, #76 of 126 countries worldwide.

Where is specialty coffee concentrated in Kenya?

Nairobi has 100% of all listings.

How does Kenya compare with the rest of Africa?

It ranks #4 of 16 countries in Africa and holds 8% of the region’s specialty cafés on Roasters.

Can café owners manage their listing?

Yes. Owners and staff can claim a listing to update hours, photos and menus, and reply to reviews.

Is Roasters free to use in Kenya?

Yes. Roasters is free to download and use everywhere. A Pro tier adds advanced filters, unlimited lists and Forums access.

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