Nairobi has a diverse pizza scene, ranging from dedicated pizzerias to Italian restaurants, cafés and restaurants that specialize in wood-fired or Italian-style pizza. Diners can find traditional Italian preparations, modern interpretations, family-friendly pizza restaurants and establishments that combine pizza with pasta, grills, wine and other cuisines.
Current restaurant directories list dozens of pizza restaurants across Nairobi, while Google Maps listings identify dedicated pizza restaurants as well as Italian restaurants that serve pizza.
The following list highlights pizzerias and pizza-serving restaurants in Nairobi, including establishments in Westlands, Lavington, Loresho, Karen, Kilimani, Riverside, Muthaiga, the CBD and other parts of the city.
1. 360 Degrees Pizza - ABC Place
360 Degrees Pizza - ABC Place is a dedicated pizza restaurant located along Waiyaki Way at ABC Place. Its Google Maps listing categorizes it as a pizza restaurant and gives a price indication of approximately Ksh. 1,000–2,500 per person. The listing also provides a telephone contact for enquiries.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Business | 360 Degrees Pizza - ABC Place |
| Location | Waiyaki Way, ABC Place, Nairobi |
| Category | Pizza restaurant |
| Telephone | +254 700 360 360 |
| Typical listed price range | Ksh. 1,000–2,500 |
The restaurant is also included among Nairobi's pizza destinations in current restaurant guides.
2. MAMBO ITALIA LAVINGTON
Mambo Italia Lavington is an Italian and pizza restaurant located at Lavington Curve on James Gichuru Road. Its Google Maps listing identifies it as a pizza restaurant and provides a telephone contact.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Business | MAMBO ITALIA LAVINGTON |
| Location | Lavington Curve, 2nd Floor, James Gichuru Road |
| Category | Pizza restaurant |
| Telephone | +254 709 670 000 |
| Typical listed price range | Ksh. 1,500–3,500 |
Mambo Italia also appears in current pizza guides and restaurant listings for Nairobi.
The restaurant's wider menu and Italian positioning make it an option for diners looking for pizza alongside other Italian dishes.
3. MAMBO ITALIA WESTLANDS
Mambo Italia also operates a Westlands location at Rivaan Centre on Muguga Green Road.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Business | MAMBO ITALIA WESTLANDS |
| Location | Rivaan Centre, Muguga Green Road, Westlands |
| Category | Pizza restaurant |
| Telephone | +254 709 670 000 |
| Typical listed price range | Ksh. 1,500–3,500 |
Having locations in different parts of Nairobi makes the brand accessible to customers looking for Italian-style dining and pizza in both Lavington and Westlands.
4. Gogol Pizza - Loresho
Gogol Pizza - Loresho is listed specifically as a pizza restaurant and is located at Loresho Grove.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Business | Gogol Pizza - Loresho |
| Location | Loresho Grove, Nairobi |
| Category | Pizza restaurant |
| Telephone | +254 728 211 023 |
| Typical listed price range | Ksh. 1,000–2,000 |
The establishment can be considered by residents and visitors looking for a dedicated pizza outlet in the Loresho area.
5. Matteo’s Italian Restaurant
Matteo's Italian Restaurant is an Italian restaurant and pizza restaurant located along Ngong Road. Its Google Maps listing places it in the pizza restaurant category and gives a listed price range of approximately Ksh. 2,000–4,000.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Business | Matteo's Italian Restaurant |
| Location | Ngong Road, Nairobi |
| Category | Pizza restaurant / Italian restaurant |
| Telephone | +254 110 098 333 |
| Typical listed price range | Ksh. 2,000–4,000 |
Matteo's is also included in current pizza listings for Nairobi and is described as an Italian restaurant offering pizza.
6. Casa Mozza (formerly Pizza Mia)
Casa Mozza, formerly listed as Pizza Mia, is located at Riverside Square. Google Maps categorizes it as an Italian restaurant and lists a price range of approximately Ksh. 1,000–2,500.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Business | Casa Mozza (formerly Pizza Mia) |
| Location | Riverside Square, Nairobi |
| Category | Italian restaurant |
| Telephone | +254 717 414 141 |
| Typical listed price range | Ksh. 1,000–2,500 |
The restaurant can be considered by diners in the Riverside area looking for Italian food and pizza.
7. La Salumeria Restaurant
La Salumeria Restaurant is an Italian restaurant located on Korosho Road. Its Google Maps listing places it in the Italian restaurant category and provides a listed price range of approximately Ksh. 2,000–5,000.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Business | La Salumeria Restaurant |
| Location | Dhajay Apartments, Korosho Road, Nairobi |
| Category | Italian restaurant |
| Telephone | +254 796 088 520 |
| Typical listed price range | Ksh. 2,000–5,000 |
Pizza is among the restaurant's Italian dining offerings, and La Salumeria is also included in Nairobi pizza restaurant directories.
8. The Pizzeria
The Pizzeria is a dedicated pizza restaurant located around Brookside-School Lane.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Business | The Pizzeria |
| Location | Brookside-School Lane, Nairobi |
| Category | Pizza restaurant |
| Telephone | +254 700 400 600 |
| Typical listed price range | Ksh. 1,000–2,000 |
Its dedicated pizza-restaurant classification makes it particularly relevant to diners specifically searching for pizzerias rather than general restaurants that happen to offer pizza.
9. La Dolce Vita
La Dolce Vita is located at the 3rd Muthaiga Shopping Centre along Limuru Road. Google Maps lists it as a restaurant, while Nairobi pizza directories include it among restaurants associated with Italian cuisine and pizza.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Business | La Dolce Vita |
| Location | 3rd Muthaiga Shopping Centre, Limuru Road |
| Category | Restaurant |
| Telephone | +254 722 624 100 |
| Typical listed price range | Not consistently listed |
Its location makes it convenient for diners around Muthaiga and the northern Nairobi suburbs.
10. La Casa Di Nico Ristorante
La Casa Di Nico Ristorante is located at Village Market along Limuru Road. Google Maps identifies it as an Italian restaurant.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Business | La Casa Di Nico Ristorante |
| Location | Village Market, Limuru Road |
| Category | Italian restaurant |
| Telephone | +254 796 857 990 |
| Typical listed price range | Ksh. 1,500–4,000 |
La Casa Di Nico is also listed among Nairobi's pizzeria restaurants by local restaurant directories.
11. Peponi's
Peponi's is listed by Google Maps as a pizza restaurant on Peponi Road.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Business | Peponi's |
| Location | Peponi Road, Nairobi |
| Category | Pizza restaurant |
| Telephone | +254 715 717 171 |
| Typical listed price range | Ksh. 1,500–4,000 |
Its location makes it an option for diners around the Westlands, Spring Valley and Parklands areas.
12. Pizza Inn Union Towers
Pizza Inn Union Towers is located along Moi Avenue in Nairobi's central business district.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Business | Pizza Inn Union Towers |
| Location | Union Towers, Moi Avenue, Nairobi CBD |
| Category | Pizza restaurant |
| Telephone | +254 700 323 323 |
| Listed price range | Ksh. 1,000–1,500 |
Its CBD location can make it convenient for people working, shopping or staying in central Nairobi.
13. Pizza Corner Restaurant & Grill
Pizza Corner Restaurant & Grill is located at Regal Plaza in Nairobi and is listed as a restaurant with pizza among its offerings.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Business | Pizza Corner Restaurant & Grill |
| Location | Regal Plaza, Nairobi |
| Category | Restaurant |
| Telephone | +254 710 506 222 |
| Typical listed price range | Ksh. 1,000–1,500 |
This type of restaurant can suit customers looking for pizza together with broader grill and restaurant options.
14. Trattoria Restaurant
Trattoria Restaurant is an Italian restaurant located at Twentieth Century Plaza on Kaunda Street in central Nairobi.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Business | Trattoria Restaurant |
| Location | Twentieth Century Plaza, Kaunda Street |
| Category | Italian restaurant |
| Telephone | +254 799 739 679 |
| Typical listed price range | Ksh. 1,000–4,000 |
It provides an Italian dining option for people looking for pizza and other Italian-style dishes within the CBD.
15. Lima Pizzeria and Grill
Lima Pizzeria and Grill is located along Ngong-Karen Road in Embulbul, adjacent to a Rubis service station.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Business | Lima Pizzeria and Grill |
| Location | Ngong-Karen Road, Embulbul |
| Category | Pizza restaurant |
| Telephone | +254 718 459 220 |
| Typical listed price range | Ksh. 500–1,000 |
Its listed price range is lower than several Italian restaurants in the city, making the location relevant to customers seeking pizza and grill food around the Ngong-Karen area.
16. La Villa Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar
La Villa Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar is located on Kitisuru Road and is categorized by Google Maps as an Italian restaurant.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Business | La Villa Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar |
| Location | Kitisuru Road, Nairobi |
| Category | Italian restaurant |
| Telephone | +254 706 880 688 |
| Typical listed price range | Not consistently listed |
Italian restaurants such as La Villa can provide pizza as part of a broader Italian dining experience.
Understanding Nairobi's pizzeria scene
Nairobi's pizza restaurants are not limited to one particular style. Current restaurant listings describe establishments offering Italian pizza, wood-fired pizza, contemporary interpretations and pizza combined with other cuisines.
Some restaurants are dedicated pizzerias, while others are Italian restaurants where pizza forms part of a broader menu.
Wood-fired pizza
Wood-fired pizza is associated with high-temperature oven cooking that can produce a distinctive crust and lightly charred edges. Several Nairobi restaurants promote Italian-style or wood-fired preparations.
Italian-style pizza
Italian restaurants typically offer classics such as Margherita and other pizzas alongside pasta, salads, antipasti and desserts.
Family and casual pizza restaurants
Dedicated pizza restaurants and casual dining outlets can be suitable for family meals, informal meetings and group dining.
Pizza delivery
Many pizza businesses in Nairobi also provide takeaway and delivery options. Customers should confirm delivery areas, minimum orders and delivery charges directly with the restaurant.
Dining tip: When choosing a pizzeria, check the current menu, opening hours, location and delivery coverage before visiting because restaurant information can change.
Areas with pizzerias in Nairobi
Pizza restaurants can be found across numerous parts of Nairobi, including:
- Westlands
- Lavington
- Kilimani
- Kitisuru
- Loresho
- Riverside
- Parklands
- Muthaiga
- Karen
- Ngong Road
- Nairobi CBD
- Limuru Road
- Thika Road
- Embulbul
This distribution means customers can often find a pizza restaurant relatively close to their residential area, workplace or accommodation.
What to consider when choosing a pizzeria
When comparing pizzerias, consider the following:
Location: Choose a restaurant convenient for your group and check parking or access arrangements.
Pizza style: Decide whether you prefer traditional Italian, wood-fired, thin-crust, loaded or contemporary pizza.
Menu variety: If dining with a group, check whether the restaurant offers pasta, salads, grills, vegetarian dishes or children's meals.
Price: Current Google Maps listings show significant variation in listed price ranges, so reviewing the menu before ordering can help with budgeting.
Dining environment: Consider whether you want a casual takeaway, family restaurant, Italian dining environment or venue suitable for a group.
Delivery: If ordering from home or an office, confirm the delivery area and applicable charges.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where can I find pizzerias in Nairobi?
Pizzerias and pizza-serving restaurants are distributed across areas including Westlands, Lavington, Loresho, Karen, Kilimani, Riverside, Muthaiga, Ngong Road and the CBD.
2. Are there Italian pizzerias in Nairobi?
Yes. Several Italian restaurants in Nairobi specialize in or serve Italian-style pizza alongside pasta and other Italian dishes.
3. Are there dedicated pizza restaurants in Nairobi?
Yes. Businesses such as 360 Degrees Pizza, Gogol Pizza, The Pizzeria and Pizza Inn are listed specifically as pizza restaurants.
4. Can I order pizza for delivery in Nairobi?
Many pizza restaurants offer takeaway and delivery services, although delivery zones and charges vary. Customers should confirm directly with the restaurant.
5. Are there pizzerias suitable for groups?
Yes. Many pizza restaurants operate as casual dining establishments and can accommodate families and groups. For large parties, advance confirmation is advisable.
6. How much does pizza cost in Nairobi?
Prices vary considerably according to restaurant, pizza size, toppings and location. Current Google Maps listings show some pizza restaurants with indicative ranges around Ksh. 500–1,000, while others list approximately Ksh. 2,000–5,000 for the broader dining experience. These are indicative business-listing ranges rather than fixed pizza prices.
The Nairobi pizza scene includes dedicated pizzerias, Italian restaurants, cafés and restaurants combining pizza with other cuisines. Options are available across the CBD and residential and commercial areas such as Westlands, Lavington, Loresho, Riverside, Karen and Muthaiga.
Because restaurant menus, prices, opening hours and contact details can change, diners should verify the current information directly with the establishment before making a trip or placing a large order. The Google Maps listings used for this guide provide a useful starting point for checking locations, directions, telephone numbers and current business information.