Restaurant for Sale in Upperhill, Nairobi

Prime Dining Establishment Investment Opportunity in Nairobi's Business Hub

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At a glance

Upperhill presents exceptional restaurant investment opportunities in Nairobi's fast-growing commercial district. These dining establishments offer prime locations with high foot traffic from office workers and visitors. Current listings include fully-equipped restaurants with seating capacities from 50-150 patrons, priced between Ksh 15 million to Ksh 80 million depending on size and facilities. The area's growing corporate presence ensures steady customer flow and strong ROI potential for food service businesses.

Restaurant for Sale in Upperhill, Nairobi

Upperhill has emerged as one of Nairobi's most dynamic commercial hubs, making it an ideal location for restaurant investments. The area's concentration of corporate offices, banks, and diplomatic missions creates consistent demand for quality dining options throughout the workweek.

About Upperhill's Restaurant Market

The Upperhill area serves approximately 85,000 office workers daily, with peak lunch hours generating exceptional foot traffic for food outlets. Recent infrastructure developments including improved roads and pedestrian walkways have enhanced accessibility for both daytime customers and evening diners.

Available Restaurant Properties

Property TypeSize (sq ft)Price RangeKey Features
Standalone Restaurant2,500-4,000Ksh 50M-80MFull kitchen, outdoor seating, parking
Food Court Unit800-1,200Ksh 15M-25MShared facilities, high visibility
Cafe Space600-1,000Ksh 12M-20MOffice building lobby location

Investment Potential

  • High ROI: Established restaurants report monthly revenues of Ksh 1.5M-4M
  • Growing Demand: New office towers under construction will add 10,000+ workers by 2026
  • Premium Location: Proximity to major banks and corporate headquarters
  • Flexible Concepts: Suitable for fast casual, fine dining or specialty cuisine

Property Features to Consider

The most successful restaurant properties in Upperhill typically include:

  • Adequate kitchen ventilation systems (minimum 800 CFM)
  • 3-phase electrical connections for commercial equipment
  • Dedicated loading/unloading areas for deliveries
  • Evening security provisions (guards or monitored systems)
  • Proper grease trap installations meeting NEMA standards

Frequently Asked Questions

Well-managed restaurants in Upperhill typically achieve ROI of 18-25% annually. Fast-casual concepts can break even within 12-18 months due to the area's consistent office worker traffic.
Upperhill allows food service businesses but requires proper licensing. All restaurant properties must have valid public health certificates and meet NEMA environmental standards for waste disposal.
Primary dining hours are weekdays from 12:30pm-2:30pm (lunch) and some establishments see evening traffic from nearby residents between 6:30pm-9pm. Saturday brunch service is growing in popularity.
Ideal properties provide at least one parking space per 50 square feet of dining area. Shared parking arrangements with nearby office buildings can supplement limited on-site parking.
Food business licenses are tied to operators rather than properties. New owners must apply for fresh licenses through the County Government of Nairobi, though existing permits can facilitate the process.