For anyone who daydreams about traveling, hello, Vietnam! There is a spot in Westlands worth your next café outing. Măm Măm, set atop Mwanzi Market in Westlands, Nairobi, serves delicious Vietnamese street food and amazing cocktails all under one leafy rooftop.
The Ambience
You step out of the elevator into red and yellow walls, colorful chairs, and a playful décor that just makes you smile. The colors and details are thoughtfully combined, giving you a relaxed, almost beach-holiday vibe. It is partly rooftop, partly indoor, all welcoming, with enough green spaces and breeze to make you want to stay.
What’s on the Menu
Food here is more fun than fancy, and in the best way. They serve a variety of exotic bites in their menu like crispy mushroom spring rolls (about 1250 KES / 9.68 USD) and fresh shrimp rolls (1000 KES / 7.74 USD). For something heartier, the stir-fried beef pho hits that savory-sweet spot at around 1750 KES / 13.55 USD.
But wait, the coffee? For the coffee lovers, they have got Vietnamese-style coffee that will make your day, a special shout-out to the salt coffee (500 KES / 3.87 USD), which somehow tastes like sweet-salty magic. I dream about it.
Crafted Cocktails with the perfect customer service
The cocktails here are creatively made, no basic mixers in sight. The mixologists play around with different flavors that are cleverly combined to ensure they leave a lasting impression. They are Instagram-worthy and taste even better with a live band playing in the background. Trust me, this is an experience on its own.
The staff are just as welcoming and attentive, always ready to ensure your time there is smooth and enjoyable. If you want a keepsake, Măm Măm also offers a small selection of merchandise, including customized tote bags and other fun goodies that let you take a piece of the vibe home.
Themed Evenings
The restaurant hosts themed nights: live bands (Nyatiti acoustic, anyone?), DJ sets, vinyl experts, and even movie nights. If you are planning to go for one of those, it is best to call ahead to inquire if a reservation is needed, as the best seats go fast.
The crowd during these evenings is just as exciting as the entertainment: Diverse, vibrant, and clearly there to enjoy good food and have fun. You will spot people chatting, laughing, and exploring the menu with curiosity. They know how to match the DJ’s energy and always make every evening special.
Quick Tips
The restaurant opens every day starting from 10 am. Weekdays wrap up around 11 pm, but on Fridays and Saturdays, they can hit 1 am, great for late plans too.
Mwanzi Market is secure and well-lit. The area is generally safe, and Uber drivers are usually on standby for those who prefer to take cabs after a night of fun and drinking.
What’s Coming Up
Heads up! There is a second Măm Măm location about to open in Karen soon. Good news for those of you on the southwest side of town who already love the sound of this place.
By the time you leave Măm Măm, part of you will already be planning your next visit. Because it is not just an evening out, it is a taste of Vietnam right in the heart of Nairobi. You do not need a plane ticket to feel it; all you need is the will to be somewhere vibrant, flavorful, and full of life. Honestly, who wouldn’t want to be here?
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