Zaitun

Authentic Somali cuisine in the heart of Kinsenyi.

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Zaitun restaurant — our story
Our Story

Somali Flavour, Right Here in Kinsenyi

Zaitun was born from a deep love for Somali food, where gathering around a shared plate is inseparable from life itself. Named after the olive, a symbol of peace and abundance in Somali culture, we cook every dish with patience, care and the same xawaash spice blend passed down through generations.

From spiced Somali-style chicken to fragrant rich basmati rice, our kitchen honours the traditions of Somalia's coastal cities and nomadic heartlands. Everything is prepared fresh each morning. No shortcuts. Nothing pre-made.

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Menu Items
40+
Drink Selections
100%
Fresh Daily
Drinks Menu

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From freshly brewed coffee to iced teas, nojitos and fruit juices, something for every mood.

Coffee and hot drinks
Coffee & Hot Drinks
  • Cappuccino (Single)UGX 6,000
  • LatteUGX 7,000
  • Caramel LatteUGX 10,000
  • Espresso (Double)UGX 8,000
  • Hot ChocolateUGX 10,000
Teas and iced teas
Teas & Iced Teas
  • Mint TeaUGX 7,000
  • African TeaUGX 3,000
  • Camel TeaUGX 4,000
  • Dawa TeaUGX 7,000
  • Strong Dawa TeaUGX 10,000
  • Strawberry Iced TeaUGX 12,000
Nojitos and fresh juices
Nojitos & Fresh Juices
  • Kiwi NojitoUGX 15,000
  • Strawberry NojitoUGX 15,000
  • Mango JuiceUGX 7,000
  • Passion JuiceUGX 7,000
  • Watermelon JuiceUGX 5,000
  • Avocado JuiceUGX 5,000
The Zaitun Way

What Makes Us Different

01
Sourced Locally
Produce from Ugandan markets and trusted suppliers. Freshness you can taste in every bite.
02
Made from Scratch
No pre-made sauces or short-cuts.
03
The Kind of Meal You Remember
Rich, slow-cooked and deeply spiced. The kind of food that makes a table go quiet.
04
Warm Hospitality
In Somali culture, feeding guests is an honour. We bring that spirit to every table in Kinsenyi.
Guests Say

What People Are Saying

"The Chicken Biryani is unlike anything I've had in Kampala. The rice is fragrant, the chicken is fall-off-the-bone tender. You can taste the patience that went into it."

Amina Mohamed
Google Reviews

"Came for lunch, stayed for the Red Velvet cake and a Strong Dawa Tea. The hospitality here is genuine, they treat every customer like family. Best food in Kampala, full stop."

David Otieno
TripAdvisor

"The Charcoal Grill is perfect every single time. I've been coming every week and the team always remembers my order. A Kinsenyi treasure."

Fatuma Kamau
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Location

Kisenyi Road
Kampala, Uganda

Contact

+256 771 554 905
info@zaitunrestaurant.com

Opening Hours

Monday – Sunday 06:00 – 23:00
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