Artisan Blend Cafe

Artisan Blend opened in Kilimani in 2023 and has built a loyal following since, rated among the most popular cafes in the city, drawing a loyal following quickly. The Kilimani room feels close to a well decorated friend's living room, warm lighting and lush greenery over strong wifi that keeps a steady stream of remote workers coming back, while a second location at Vision Plaza on Mombasa Road runs a more polished, airy take on the same idea.

Coffee here uses locally sourced beans for pour overs and lattes, though the kitchen gets just as much attention, the Milk Cake has become something of a signature, alongside a chicken curry regulars keep ordering. Less a dedicated roaster than a genuinely well run neighborhood cafe that happens to take its coffee seriously.