The best cafés to work from in Nairobi
The 10 coffee shops in Nairobi that are best for working on a laptop, led by Lava Latte, Nairobi Street Kitchen and Golden Eagle Spur.
Ranked by work score: Wi‑Fi, power, seating, hours, what reviews say about laptops and noise, and who recommends working there. One branch per chain.
01Lava Latte
caféState House Road, Kilimani wardWi‑FiWork 100
Lava Latte is a hidden gem in Nairobi that offers a strong sense of community for remote workers. Known for its charming and cute design, this café is more than just a workspace.
OkayAfricaJuly 2024 02Nairobi Street Kitchen
caféMpaka RoadWi‑FiWork 100
Nairobi Street kitchen in Westlands was pretty good to work from. Other people working on laptops, decent food and coffee. Big space so even when they get busy, you’re not taking space other customers would use.
r/digitalnomadMarch 2026 04Connect Coffee Roasters
caféProf David Wasawo Drive, Kileleshwa locationWork 72
23 mbps down, plugs at almost every seat
r/digitalnomadMarch 2026 05Sierra Brasserie
caféYaya Centre,69671 - 00400, Argwings Kodhek RoadWork 62
The food is good, the atmosphere is relaxed, and it works for pretty much anything ... Also a solid option if you’re working remotely or meeting friends and don’t want the place itself to be the main event.
Location VariesFebruary 2026 06Cafe Kaya
caféWaiyaki Way, Kileleshwa locationWork 62
Its Westlands location is next to Cafe Kaya, which serves delicious meals and a lively happy hour. Both the co-working space and the restaurant have the same owner and offer great spaces to work, eat and play.
OkayAfricaJuly 2024
