An outdoor patio at Mercado, where both the head chef and bartender are from Mexico. Credit...Andrew Renneisen for The New York Times

Mercado has won a huge number of awards for both its cocktails and its food. With a curated menu helmed by gourmet experts from Mexico, who use home-grown and organic ingredients to revive ancient cooking techniques with a lively modern twist, Mercado is undoubtedly one of the best Mexican restaurants in Africa. The menu includes all the classics, ceviche, little taco cones filled with veggies, tostadas, quesadillas, burritos, mole, tacos and fajitas.

Mercado Restaurant are passionate about food that they wanted to bring rich and diverse cuisines to the city of Nairobi. No other cuisine stood out more to them than Mexican cuisine due to its complexity and diverse offering. Their chefs from Mexico City curate a menu that combines ancient cooking techniques with modern twists, to not only bring Mexican delicacies to Nairobi but also to have an offering that is unique to them across the globe.

Mercado Mexican Kitchen & Bar stands as a vibrant beacon of Mexican culinary excellence in the heart of Nairobi. From its inviting ambiance to its bold and authentic flavors, Mercado transports diners on a culinary journey to the bustling markets of Mexico. Step through the doors and you’re greeted by a lively atmosphere, where the vibrant colors of Mexican décor mingle with the aromas of sizzling spices and fresh ingredients.

Well, if you love Mexican food in Nairobi and want to indulge your taste buds with some seafood, you’ll need to check out Mercado – Mexican Kitchen and Bar. This establishment is popular for its diverse culinary offerings, prepared and served with a modern twist. The kitchen staff – from Mexico City abides by a curated menu that combines traditional cooking methods and a modern twist enough to explode your tasting sensations.

In Kenya, Mercado - Mexican Kitchen and Bar is a lively and well-liked restaurant. The eatery, which is well-known for its inviting ambiance and contemporary furnishings, never fails to uplift the spirits with its delightful setting and welcoming staff. Tacos and nachos are among the many delicious Mexican dishes on the menu, along with lamb shoulder and rib eye tequila steak.

This year EatOut invited me to review Mercado, one of the cities new Mexican restaurants which has been highly anticipated as the lack of this cuisine causes many hearts to year from fresh guacamole and crisp tortillas chips. So let’s dive into their special 2500 kes meal to find out the high and lows of this delicious new spot on Nairobi’s ever changing culinary scene.

Mercado offers a variety of Mexican delights and doesn’t forget about its vegan customers. Vegan dishes on their menu I can personally recommend are: the mushroom ajillo tostadas, the aubergine escabeche tostadas, the spinach and mushroom quesadillas, and the queso quesadillas. And yes, even the queso (“cheese”) quesadillas really do come in a vegan version!

The Mercado placed at Kendril Towers in Westlands is a must go if you are foodie who loves special ambiance, and does not mind trying something fresh. From the name you can tell it is Mexican, so it is definitely a different from the Italian, continental, and Indian restaurants that can be found all through Nairobi.

Mercado has won a slew of awards for both its cocktails and its food. The chefs are native to Mexico city and bring their latino brilliance to Nairobi. Located high up in the Kenrail building, you can pick from seating in the spacious Mexican themed dining room or outside on the deck looking over the city skyline.

This place was also high on my list of must-try places, but I was so let down by everything except the decor and one or two food items. Mercado is a Mexican restaurant near Sarit. It has a nice outdoor seating area, but it was a nightmare to locate the restaurant in the huge building where it is.

Located at Ring Road Parklands Terrace Floor, South Wing, Kenrail Towers, Westlands Area, Nairobi, Mercado serves Mexican food in a contemporary setting with a healthy twist. The menu features both vegetarian and vegan options, as well as gluten-free choices. The restaurant is halal-friendly.

Both the cocktails and the meals at Mercado have garnered several accolades. Mexico City-born chefs bring their Latino culinary expertise to Nairobi. You have a choice of dining in the large Mexican-themed dining room or on the rooftop deck with views of the downtown skyline.

Mexican restaurant Mercado offers both classic and modern fare. The eatery can be found off Parklands Road in Kenrail Towers. Apart from its mouth watering Mexican fare, Mercado is renowned for its exceptional cocktail selection, which is sure to liven up your evening meal.

Location: 7th floor, One Africa Place, Waiyaki Way, Nairobi. If you’re looking for bold flavors and a lively rooftop scene, Mercado should be on your list. The menu features tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and hand-mashed guacamole, all made with authentic Mexican flair.

Mercado is a Mexican restaurant serving traditional and contemporary dishes. The restaurant is located in Kenrail Towers, off Parklands Road. In addition to its delicious Mexican food, Mercado is also known for its best cocktail menu, which will spice up your dinner.

It offers a wide selection of artisanal cocktails served in a creative and eye-catching way. Just ask for a window table to admire the breathtaking views of the city. It serves classic local and international cuisines.

So, let’s fly in Mexico right here in Nairobi`s Kenrail Towers next to 9west Building in Westlands. They have vegan and Vegetarian-friendly cuisine. What to try-: Mushroom, spinach & mozzarella cheese.

It is the best Mexican restaurant in Kenya that is located on the Terrace Floor, South Wing of Kenrail Towers along Ring Road Parklands. Mercado’s dishes are made by chefs from Mexico City.