Java House – Aga Khan Walk
Reinsurance Plaza, Aga Khan Walk, Nairobi CBD, Kenya
Java House Aga Khan Walk sits right on the pedestrian stretch between Kenyatta Avenue and City Hall, serving steady coffee and familiar Java plates to office workers, travellers and anyone cutting through the CBD on foot.
Good to know
Weekdays from around 06:30 to 22:00 and shorter hours on weekends and public holidays.
Works for early breakfast, lunch in town or a coffee before heading home.
Our review Why we like Java House Aga Khan Walk
This branch looks out onto the tree-lined stretch of Aga Khan Walk, so you feel slightly removed from the traffic even though you are deep in the city centre. It attracts a mix of bank staff, government workers, lawyers, NGO teams and visitors using nearby hotels and bus routes.
Inside, it has the usual Java mix of booths, tables and counter seating, plus the advantage of outdoor tables where you can people-watch along the walkway. The menu follows the familiar Java format: breakfasts, burgers, steaks, salads, sandwiches, cakes and a full coffee bar.
- Prime CBD location with both indoor and outdoor seating along Aga Khan Walk.
- All-day menu: breakfast, brunch, burgers, grilled mains, salads and desserts.
- Free Wi-Fi and tables that work for light laptop sessions or informal meetings.
- Reliable service and clear systems even when the lunch rush hits.
When to go
Early mornings are calmer and ideal for coffee before work. Midday gets busy with office crowds from around the CBD. Evenings settle back down and work well if you want a quick dinner in town before heading home or catching an out-of-town bus.
What to order
Strong coffee or a Dawa if you want something warm and soothing, plus any of the classic Java mains: burgers, grilled chicken, steak and chips or a hearty salad. If you are just passing through, grab a cappuccino and a slice of cake to go.
SnappyHour tips
- Check SnappyHour for coffee or meal offers that line up with your workday in the CBD.
- Use outdoor seating when the weather is good if you like people-watching and fresh air.
- Plan slightly off-peak lunch times if you prefer shorter waits for food.
Popular menu picks
Regulars lean on grilled chicken and steak dishes, burgers, sandwiches and the usual Java breakfasts. Hot drinks range from straight filter coffee to mochas and lattes, with iced coffee and milkshakes on hotter afternoons.
Fun little fact
With its position along Aga Khan Walk, this branch feels slightly more open than some indoor-only CBD spots. You can sit outside, watch the foot traffic and still have full table service and Wi-Fi.
Interesting to know
The branch is close to key government and financial offices, which makes it a natural neutral ground for quick meetings. It is also a convenient pause point if you are moving between Kenyatta Avenue, Moi Avenue and City Hall.
Facilities & extras What to expect
Free Wi-Fi and a mix of booth and table seating make it suitable for light work, online calls with headphones or catching up on emails between errands.
Choose between air-conditioned indoor space or outdoor tables along Aga Khan Walk if you prefer fresh air and a street-view backdrop.
Accepts cards and mobile payments, with an easy-access CBD location that is walkable from most bus stages and nearby offices.