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What should I order at Blue Room Restaurant & Ice Cream?
What to order
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Poussin
Recommended as a must-try and described as the best poussin in Mombasa, with one reviewer noting it has been consistently excellent for over 20 years.
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Sambusas
Mentioned as tasty and enjoyed by a long-time visitor, making them a repeatedly praised snack item.
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Ice Cream
Paired with sambusas by a reviewer who has been coming since childhood, suggesting it is a memorable and well-liked treat.
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Pizza
Called one of the best pizzas around town, showing strong positive recommendation from a reviewer.
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Fish Fingers
Specifically mentioned in a positive service-focused review; while the sauce was disliked, the dish itself was ordered and discussed as part of a good overall experience.
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Cappuccino
Mentioned by multiple reviewers, with one noting a great coffee experience and another ordering it with attentive service, making it a frequently referenced drink.
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Samosas
Praised as part of a very good afternoon visit, with the reviewer specifically calling them tasty.
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African Tea
Highly recommended by a reviewer who said it was the best-tasting local African tea in the city.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 7 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM to 10 PM |
About Blue Room Restaurant & Ice Cream
Blue Room Restaurant & Ice Cream is a family restaurant, coffee shop, fast food restaurant, and ice cream shop in Mombasa, Kenya. It serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, brunch, dessert, coffee, cocktails, and a range of snacks and small plates, with vegetarian options and organic dishes also available. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly and professional staff, the tasty food, and the ice cream and sambusas. Many also mention the clean, spacious setting and the good atmosphere for families, groups, and solo dining.
Amenities
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Blue Room Restaurant & Ice Cream known for?
It is especially known for ice cream, samosas, and milkshakes, with reviewers also mentioning snacks and desserts like chocolate tarts. People repeatedly praise the friendly staff and the consistent quality of the food and drinks, including local African tea and coffee.
What dishes are most recommended at Blue Room Restaurant & Ice Cream?
Reviewers most often highlight samosas, ice cream, milkshakes, and snacks, and some also mention chocolate tarts and buffalo wings. Other specific dishes called out include fish fingers, cappuccino, biriyani, tilapia, crab, lobster, and chicken burgers, showing the menu is broad and not limited to sweets.
What is the atmosphere like at Blue Room Restaurant & Ice Cream?
The vibe is described as cool, spacious, quiet, clean, and organized, with a central Mombasa location that makes it easy to reach. It suits solo diners, groups, couples, and families, and reviewers mention it works well for both a relaxed meal and a quick snack.
What should you know about visiting Blue Room Restaurant & Ice Cream at busy times?
Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, and the venue is noted as usually having a wait. One reviewer who visited from about 11:00 to 15:00 described it as a good lunch spot, so planning ahead is useful if you want a smoother visit.
Is parking available at Blue Room Restaurant & Ice Cream?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Blue Room Restaurant & Ice Cream have vegetarian options?
Yes, Blue Room Restaurant & Ice Cream offers vegetarian options.
Is Blue Room Restaurant & Ice Cream kid-friendly?
Yes, Blue Room Restaurant & Ice Cream is good for kids.
