Kenya Tourism to Get a Boost with Launch of TOP25 Restaurants Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya, January 5, 2026 / TRAVELINDEX / TOP25 Restaurants International, the global restaurant guide recognized for its independent, data-driven evaluation of restaurant excellence, today announced the official launch of TOP25 Restaurants Kenya guide and the appointment of Ms. Caroline Mwangi as Head of TOP25 Restaurants Kenya.
TOP25 Restaurants International said it is setting its sights on Kenya, calling it an “exciting new chapter” for the country’s dynamic food scene, and will release its first-ever TOP25 Restaurants Kenya later in 2026 during a glamorous TOP25 Restaurants Kenya Awards Ceremony in Nairobi. The launch marks a strategic expansion into Africa for TOP25 Restaurants and is an important milestone in realizing the first Pan-African restaurant guide.
Kenya, home to rich and evolving culinary scene, luxury hospitality, and rapid innovation, presents a unique environment in which discerning benchmarks of quality and consistency are increasingly essential.
As gastronomy tourism continues to grow globally, the TOP25 Restaurants Kenya guide will boost and strengthen Kenya’s tourism offering beyond wildlife while supporting local entrepreneurship and traditions. Kenya’s diverse culinary heritage provides visitors with an authentic way to experience the country, drives higher visitor spending, and creates value across the food and hospitality ecosystem. It also encourages local sourcing, preserves culinary traditions, and positions Kenya as a contemporary and attractive gastronomy destination.
TOP25 Restaurants is distinguished by its strictly curated ranking structure, publishing restaurant guides in a number of city in Asia. Restaurants are evaluated using a proprietary global framework that combines AI-driven analysis of publicly available data with culinary expert enhancement. Key assessment indicators include food quality, service, ambience, reputation, and consistency over time. These inputs are aggregated into the Restaurant Rating Index to determine the final ranking order.
Commenting on the expansion, Alex Buen, Chief Content Officer at TOP25 Restaurants, said, “Kenya is one of the most competitive and relevant dining markets in Africa and the wider region. Launching TOP25 Restaurants Kenya reflects our commitment to applying a consistent, independent, and data-driven ranking framework to markets that demand the highest standards of excellence. The appointment of Ms. Caroline Mwangi as Head of TOP25 Restaurants Kenya ensures strong local leadership while maintaining the integrity and global consistency that define our platform.”
As Head of TOP25 Restaurants Kenya, Ms. Mwangi will lead local market development, expert engagement, editorial direction, and strategic partnerships. She will work closely with the global team to ensure the Kenya rankings adhere to TOP25 Restaurants’ established standards while accurately reflecting the market’s culinary depth and diversity.
“Kenya’s restaurant sector is experiencing strong momentum and increasing international relevance,” said Ms. Mwangi. “I am honored to lead TOP25 Restaurants Kenya as we establish a credible, independent benchmark for excellence in this market. Kenya’s dining landscape is diverse, innovative, and rich in hospitality talent, and this initiative will strengthen visibility and global recognition for the country’s most outstanding restaurants. I look forward to working closely with leading operators and partners to support long-term growth, industry distinction, and international positioning.”
All restaurants in Kenya can get their page for free at TOP25 Restaurants by completing the form at the following link: Restaurant Submission Form.
For more information, please visit www.top25restaurants.com/africa/kenya/ or contact Caroline at caroline.mwangi@top25restaurants.com
About TOP25 Restaurants by Travelindex
TOP25 Restaurants is the World’s First AI-Powered restaurant guide. It is the only independent, global rating system based on artificial intelligence enhanced by human expertise and discernment. This dynamic synergy not only ensures unparalleled accuracy but enriches the curation process with a depth of understanding and nuance unparalleled elsewhere. The annual TOP25 Restaurants Awards celebrates the most outstanding restaurants and showcases the ultimate collection of dining venues in each destination. TOP25 Restaurants is owned by Travelindex Group, a content-driven ecosystem for the travel and tourism sectors. The media group operates an open and free digital platform, connecting millions of travelers worldwide and providing inspiration and advice for discerning travelers and tourists. In addition to Bangkok, Travelindex Group also publishes TOP25 Restaurant Guides in the following destinations: Phuket, Singapore, Hong Kong, Macao, Shanghai, Delhi, Dubai and now Kenya.
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