We had an excellent meal here. We were impressed by the beautiful interior and the fantastic staff. We started with some very tasty cocktails. I really enjoyed the gold rush (a whisky sour variant).
We then had a large variety of appetizers and bitings. Of those the bone marrow and the camembert were our favourites. They are a must order for sure. Thanks also to our excellent waitress; Chester, who advised the camembert.
For our mains we had the pork belly and the lasagne. The lasagne was a very unique (and delicious) take on traditional lasagne.
We finished with a tiramisu and a cheesecake. We were treated to a truly joyful birthday song which really ended the beautiful evening.
Highly recommend a visit for anyone staying near Killimani.
I just want to commend this gem that we found here in Nairobi. The food and the service were exceptional. We would love to thank Chester who attended to us. This lady surely knows how to deal with customers. Very warm and knowledgeable of the menu. Kudos!! Would surely visit again!
I had the most unexpectedly beautiful solo dinner at 5 Senses Restaurant and I’m still thinking about it.
From the moment I walked in, the energy was different; warm, intentional and genuinely kind. The team? Absolutely top-tier. Attentive without hovering, patient without pressure, and incredibly thoughtful. I spent most of my evening tucked away writing something personal and not once did I feel rushed or out of place. Instead, I felt… held.
The ambience is a solid 10/10 — soft, inviting and effortlessly elegant. The food? Beautifully presented, full of flavor and clearly made with care. Every dish felt like it had a story.
What truly set the night apart was the heart behind the service. Out of pure kindness, they surprised me with dessert “on the house.” Such a small gesture on paper, but it landed deeply. It was the kind of hospitality you don’t forget.
Special mention to the head chef/owner, whose warm hello and sincere gratitude added such a personal touch to the experience. Leadership like that sets the tone for everything.
Yesterday evening at the Five Sense restaurant with my wife Leah was marked by the hope of spending a lovely evening with an exceptional dinner. Preliminary online research led me to choose this restaurant. My decision was more than correct. Traveling a lot for work and visiting many restaurants, I must say from the bottom of my heart that coming to you was the right decision. It began with a warm welcome, and the rest of the evening turned into an absolute delight. Cester, our waitress, was exceptionally polite. With a smart smile, she accompanied each course of the dinner, explained each dish in great detail, and was very attentive. What impressed me and my wife, however, was that she wasn't feigning it; if our knowledge of human nature isn't deceiving us, it came from the heart. What really enhanced this dinner was that the quantity was more than sufficient. The food deserves a Michelin star; what we were offered was beyond top-notch! The price/performance ratio was A truly top-notch service! This restaurant should be featured in every European travel guide, as it's truly an absolute experience and a true insider tip. If we could award it 10 stars, we'd go for 15, we were so impressed and satisfied. I will definitely recommend it to my friends and colleagues who come to Nairobi. Leah and Wolf
We absolutely loved this place! The food was incredible with delicious flavors and well thought out combinations. The service was just as impressive, our waitress Chester was attentive and had a great eye for detail. Everything was perfect from start to finish. It was a bit quiet when we visited but I really hope more people discover this gem. It’s a great spot for a date night but would also work perfectly for a business dinner.
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Martijn van de Kerkhof
6 months agoWe had an excellent meal here. We were impressed by the beautiful interior and the fantastic staff. We started with some very tasty cocktails. I really enjoyed the gold rush (a whisky sour variant).
We then had a large variety of appetizers and bitings. Of those the bone marrow and the camembert were our favourites. They are a must order for sure. Thanks also to our excellent waitress; Chester, who advised the camembert.
For our mains we had the pork belly and the lasagne. The lasagne was a very unique (and delicious) take on traditional lasagne.
We finished with a tiramisu and a cheesecake. We were treated to a truly joyful birthday song which really ended the beautiful evening.
Highly recommend a visit for anyone staying near Killimani.
Jhackie Garcia
4 weeks agoI just want to commend this gem that we found here in Nairobi. The food and the service were exceptional. We would love to thank Chester who attended to us. This lady surely knows how to deal with customers. Very warm and knowledgeable of the menu. Kudos!! Would surely visit again!
Nyakio
7 months agoI had the most unexpectedly beautiful solo dinner at 5 Senses Restaurant and I’m still thinking about it.
From the moment I walked in, the energy was different; warm, intentional and genuinely kind. The team? Absolutely top-tier. Attentive without hovering, patient without pressure, and incredibly thoughtful. I spent most of my evening tucked away writing something personal and not once did I feel rushed or out of place. Instead, I felt… held.
The ambience is a solid 10/10 — soft, inviting and effortlessly elegant. The food? Beautifully presented, full of flavor and clearly made with care. Every dish felt like it had a story.
What truly set the night apart was the heart behind the service. Out of pure kindness, they surprised me with dessert “on the house.” Such a small gesture on paper, but it landed deeply. It was the kind of hospitality you don’t forget.
Special mention to the head chef/owner, whose warm hello and sincere gratitude added such a personal touch to the experience. Leadership like that sets the tone for everything.
Some dinners feed you. Some restore you.
This one did both😇🤍
10/10 — I’ll absolutely be back.
WOLFGANG
12 months agoYesterday evening at the Five Sense restaurant with my wife Leah was marked by the hope of spending a lovely evening with an exceptional dinner. Preliminary online research led me to choose this restaurant. My decision was more than correct. Traveling a lot for work and visiting many restaurants, I must say from the bottom of my heart that coming to you was the right decision. It began with a warm welcome, and the rest of the evening turned into an absolute delight. Cester, our waitress, was exceptionally polite. With a smart smile, she accompanied each course of the dinner, explained each dish in great detail, and was very attentive. What impressed me and my wife, however, was that she wasn't feigning it; if our knowledge of human nature isn't deceiving us, it came from the heart. What really enhanced this dinner was that the quantity was more than sufficient. The food deserves a Michelin star; what we were offered was beyond top-notch! The price/performance ratio was A truly top-notch service! This restaurant should be featured in every European travel guide, as it's truly an absolute experience and a true insider tip. If we could award it 10 stars, we'd go for 15, we were so impressed and satisfied. I will definitely recommend it to my friends and colleagues who come to Nairobi. Leah and Wolf
Lotta Jonas
11 months agoWe absolutely loved this place! The food was incredible with delicious flavors and well thought out combinations. The service was just as impressive, our waitress Chester was attentive and had a great eye for detail. Everything was perfect from start to finish. It was a bit quiet when we visited but I really hope more people discover this gem. It’s a great spot for a date night but would also work perfectly for a business dinner.