Talisman

Nairobi, Kenya

This historic house was once the home of wildlife filmmaker, author and conservationist Alan Root, bringing a touch of old-style decor (oriental rugs, open fireplaces) mixed with contemporary East African design and constantly changing art. Idyllic, lush gardens festooned with fairy lights and outdoor seating make this restaurant ever-popular with Nairobi's fashionable crowd. Global fusion menus (with South Asian influences) include the signature feta and coriander samosas or spicy salmon tacos sitting alongside braised pork belly of pork with house-made mustard, twice-cooked sticky duck legs and sushi every which way. The likes of fragrant lavender and honeycomb ice cream or 'Talisman Gold', an apple and almond crumble are the perfect meal finale. The cocktail menu is the talk of the town with dawas – a Kenyan spin on the caipirinha – always a popular choice, blending vodka, fresh lime, African honey and crushed ice.

Key Information

• Average price per person $40
• Lunch and dinner: Tues – Sun
• 254 705 999 997
• Visit Talisman's Website

Location

Ngong Road, Karen, Nairobi,