KFC – Lavington
Lavington, Nairobi, Kenya
KFC Lavington is one of those easy decisions: you are hungry, you do not want to think too hard, and crispy fried chicken will solve most problems. It is a straightforward spot for quick meals, late-evening cravings and group orders on the way home.
Good to know
Daily from around 10:00 to late evening (hours can extend on busy nights).
Works well for lunch, after-school stops and late-night chicken runs.
Our review Why we like KFC Lavington
KFC Lavington sits in one of Nairobi’s most familiar residential areas, and it behaves exactly like a neighbourhood KFC should. It is fast, predictable and built for both dine-in and takeaway, with enough seating to handle family visits, small groups and solo meals between errands.
The menu is the global KFC classic with a Kenyan tilt: buckets, wings, burgers, krushers (where available) and sides like chips, coleslaw and streetwise combos when you want to stretch your budget. Service is direct, and most people are in and out quickly, which keeps queues moving even when it is busy.
- Easy access from Lavington and neighbouring estates, good for quick stops by car or boda.
- Classic KFC buckets, burgers and wings plus value-friendly Streetwise deals.
- Ideal for sharing: group meals, movie-night orders and family buckets.
- Multiple ordering options: counter, takeaway and third-party delivery apps.
When to go
Lunch and early evening are the busiest, especially on school days and weekends. Late afternoon is a good middle ground if you want to avoid queues. Late-night visits work well when you are passing through Lavington after plans in town or Westlands.
What to order
Buckets and Streetwise combos are the easiest choice for sharing. If you are solo, a burger meal or 3-piece chicken with chips is simple and filling. Add coleslaw or a side of wings if you are planning to stretch one meal between two people.
SnappyHour tips
- Check SnappyHour for limited offers on combo meals or off-peak discounts.
- Use it as a meet-up point before heading to other spots in Lavington and neighbouring areas.
- Consider pre-ordering for larger group buckets so you spend less time waiting at the counter.
Popular menu picks
Family buckets, Streetwise meals, crispy wings and Zinger burgers dominate most orders. Chips with extra seasoning and shared coleslaw tubs are common add-ons for groups watching a game or heading home for a movie night.
Fun little fact
For many Nairobians, KFC is now firmly part of the “Friday night routine” — that default option when everyone is tired, traffic was heavy and nobody wants to negotiate about what to cook or where to go.
Interesting to know
Because it serves both dine-in and takeaway crowds, KFC Lavington sees everything from school uniforms and office wear to sports kits and errand outfits. It rarely feels out of place to walk in exactly as you are.
Facilities & extras What to expect
Tables that work for families, kids and small groups, plus the kind of casual atmosphere where a bit of noise and excitement is normal.
Built for quick collection and delivery orders. Ideal if you live nearby and want a no-cooking evening with minimal planning.
Access and parking options vary with time of day, but it is generally reachable by car, ride-hailing or boda when you are moving between Lavington and surrounding estates.