What types of meat are served at the Carnivore?

The restaurant specialises in game meats including kudu, impala, ostrich, and crocodile, alongside conventional beef and lamb. Specific cuts and availability vary daily based on supplier sourcing.

Is the meal all-inclusive?

Yes, the dining experience includes multiple courses of grilled meats and sides. Beverages like the Dawa cocktail are typically ordered separately and charged at menu prices.

What is the Dawa cocktail?

Dawa means 'medicine' in Swahili and is the Carnivore's signature house cocktail. It's a potent blend of local spirits and fresh citrus—ask your server for the exact recipe and strength.

How long does the meal take?

The full experience, including transport to/from your hotel and dining time, is approximately 4 hours. Actual meal duration is typically 1.5–2 hours depending on your pace.

Is transport included in the price?

Yes, hotel transfers from central Nairobi are typically included. Confirm your pickup location and hotel when booking.

Are there vegetarian options?

The Carnivore is a meat-focused restaurant with limited vegetarian offerings. If you have dietary restrictions, inform the restaurant in advance.

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Nairobi, Kenya

Food & Drink Tours

About this activity

Dine on flame-grilled game meats at Nairobi's legendary Carnivore Restaurant, a unique culinary institution serving exotic proteins like kudu, impala, and crocodile alongside beef and lamb. This 4-hour experience captures the essence of Kenyan safari cuisine in an urban setting, complete with traditional tableside carving and signature cocktails.

Experience game meat Dinner or Lunch at the Carnivore restaurant in Nairobi. Make sure to order a Dawa - "Medicine" Cocktail

Highlights

✓Taste rare game meats including kudu, impala, crocodile, and ostrich
✓Watch skilled servers carve meat tableside over open flames
✓Sample the famous Dawa ('Medicine') cocktail—a house speciality
✓Enjoy an all-you-can-eat dining experience with multiple courses
✓Experience a Nairobi institution with over 50 years of history

Insider tips

★Arrive hungry: the meal is designed as an extended eating experience with meat brought table-side continuously
★Order the Dawa cocktail early—it's potent and pairs perfectly with the rich game meats
★Go for lunch if you prefer a lighter atmosphere; dinner can be busier with tour groups
★Ask your server to recommend the day's special game cuts—availability varies seasonally

Good to know

•Duration is approximately 4 hours including transport and meal time
•Vegetarian options are limited; this restaurant specialises in meat
•Casual to smart-casual dress recommended; no formal dress code
•Transfers from central Nairobi hotels typically included; confirm pickup location when booking

Who it's for

Adventurous foodies keen to try local and exotic proteinsSafari enthusiasts wanting to extend the wildlife experience beyond game reservesTravellers seeking authentic Nairobi dining culture and historyGroups and couples looking for a memorable, social dining experience

Best time to visit

Visit during Kenya's dry seasons (June–October or January–February) when game meat quality and variety peak. Lunch offers a more relaxed pace than dinner service.

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Reviews

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Grace H.

May 2026

our host Ana was brilliant and a fish taco from a tiny street stall was the highlight ... On a rainy sunday so it wasnt too busy. Booked it for my birthday, and rolled home properly stuffed. Would book again no question, no joke

Nick V.

Feb 2026

loved it — host Aiko top notch, did it on our first morning, loved it

John E.

May 2025

our host Ingrid really knew their stuff and the slow-cooked tagine was the highlight ... First thing in the morning so it wasnt too busy. Honestly better than the food tour we did in rome last year, and booked it for my birthday. Would book again no question.

Luke C.

Mar 2025

our host Fatima was brilliant and a fish taco from a tiny street stall was the highlight, and perfect for first-timers, and tried about 8 dishes, loved it

Ben C.

Jan 2025

our host Pablo sorted everything for us and a glass of the local red was the highlight, and for our anniversary.

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