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What to order
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Nyama Choma
Most recommended in the reviews; praised as perfectly grilled, juicy, tender, and nicely charred, with generous portions that pair well with kachumbari and ugali.
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Chicken Stew
Specifically mentioned as delicious and part of the restaurant’s strong food variety, making it a well-liked option among diners.
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Fish Fingers
Called equally delicious alongside the chicken stew, and noted as a satisfying menu item.
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Chips
Recommended for being fresh and crispy, making them a popular side with the meals.
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Tea
Mentioned as one of the best items served here, standing out for its quality.
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Samosas
Paired with the tea and highlighted as a favorite, suggesting they are a strong snack option.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
About Three Shade Restaurant
Three Shade Restaurant is a restaurant in Thika, Kenya, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with dine-in, takeout, delivery, and outdoor seating. Reviewers consistently praise the fresh food, especially the nyama choma, chips, chicken stew, fish fingers, tea, and samosas. The place is described as a classic hotel with a cool, comfortable atmosphere, and many reviews highlight the affordable prices and generous portions.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- 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
- All you can eat
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Three Shade Restaurant known for?
It is best known for nyama choma, especially goat and beef that reviewers describe as juicy, tender, and nicely charred, served with kachumbari and ugali. People also repeatedly mention fresh, crispy chips and the tea and samosas as standouts.
What dishes are most recommended at Three Shade Restaurant?
The most recommended items are nyama choma, chicken stew, fish fingers, chips, tea, and samosas. Reviewers also point to the generous portions and fresh preparation, saying the food quality is strong across the menu.
What is the atmosphere like at Three Shade Restaurant?
The atmosphere is described as relaxed, comfortable, and cool, with clean tables, good spacing, and an open-sided feel that brings in a breeze in the evening. It suits groups and solo diners, and reviewers also mention it as a good place to meet and eat or have dinner with friends.
Is Three Shade Restaurant good value for money?
Yes, it is widely described as affordable, with prices in the KES 1–500 range and reviewers saying you get good quality and quantity for the money. Several comments mention leaving full and happy without breaking the bank.
When is the best time to visit Three Shade Restaurant?
Reviewers specifically mention lunch after work and dinner with friends as good times to go, and the restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. If you want a quieter feel, the open sides and evening breeze are part of the appeal at dinner time.
Is parking available at Three Shade Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Three Shade Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Three Shade Restaurant offers vegan options.
Is Three Shade Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Three Shade Restaurant is good for kids.
