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Reviewed yesterday

Awesome service from Ruth Gichuru she was so professional and the food was great and we enjoyed the meal

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago

Excellent service all through from Newton. I'll definitely ask for him everytime I visit the branch at Koinange.

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago

Newton is the best waite service man I have ever come across. Visited the space one time where he served us, and I gave him a list of my allergies. Next visit coincidentally he served us and remembered to the tee every detail without me...even reminding him. NEWTON goes above and beyond. Thank you so much, NEWTON. Keep it up, Champ.More

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

The hospitality was awesome,the food was tasty,good ambience,excellent place, The service is 💯 I'd definitely recommendMore

Date of visit: March 2023
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Mgr, Manager at CJ's Koinange, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Thanks! It makes our day to hear that we were able to provide 5-Star Service. We will make sure entire team at CJ's - Koinange receives your feedback - they will be thrilled to hear your kind words. On behalf of our entire team, thank...More

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Can we talk about the pastry ??!!! WHAT MAN?! The delicacies and drinks at CJs!!! I'm done with my meeting but am still thinking about the meals i ate ...that's how you know the chefs and bakers search for the soul in the foods and...drinks....it's done well and to perfectionMore

Date of visit: March 2023
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Mgr, Manager at CJ's Koinange, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Thank you for your kind words ! we are grateful for your feedback. It’s our pleasure to provide the best possible service to our guests, and we’re glad that this commitment was reflected in your visit. We look forward to serve you again. Have a...More

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

The service from Miriam was superb. She is an excellent customer service provider. The food is awesome and the ambiance is good. I highly recommend the place.More

Date of visit: March 2023
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Mgr, Manager at CJ's Koinange, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Thank you so much for sharing your feedback about our service. We are glad to hear that our team's performance exceeded your expectations, and we'll make sure that "Miriam" and rest of our Staffs! receives the recognition they deserve. Thank you again, have a great...More

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

I feel in love with this place, the ambiance, service and food! Ooh the food! This is just amazing... This branch set a very high standard that other branches just don't seem to match up. I'd really recommend this branchMore

Date of visit: January 2023
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Mgr, Manager at CJ's Koinange, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Thank you for your kind words ! we are grateful for your feedback. It’s our pleasure to provide the best possible service to our guests, and we’re glad that this commitment was reflected in your visit. We look forward to serve you again. Have a...More

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

The service here is a 10/10 the people are friendly you don't feel alone even on a solo date i lovedMore

Date of visit: February 2023
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Mgr, Manager at CJ's Koinange, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

Thanks! It makes our day to hear that we were able to provide 5-Star Service. It’s our pleasure to provide the best possible service to our guests, and we’re glad that this commitment was reflected in your visit. We look forward to serve you again....More

Reviewed 18 February 2023 via mobile

I had fish fingers and chips,for my kids and two adults my Husband and i...it was the Best, friendly and polite service from Shaniz,Monica Ndichu and Miriam.m....we appreciate you 😊(all three polite and smiley faces)More

Date of visit: February 2023
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Mgr, Manager at CJ's Koinange, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Thanks! It makes our day to hear that we were able to provide 5-Star Service. We will make sure our team mate "Shaniz", "Monica", "Ndichu", "Miriam" and entire team at CJ's - Koinange receives your feedback - they will be thrilled to hear your kind...More

Reviewed 17 February 2023 via mobile

Excellent customer service Tantalising meals Great ambience Had an amazing time with my friend and enjoyed the recommended meal

Date of visit: February 2023
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Mgr, Manager at CJ's Koinange, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Hi ! you’ve left a smile on the faces of our whole team with your kind words. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. We’re grateful that we had the opportunity to serve you.

Reviewed 16 February 2023 via mobile

Thank you for the amazing service. The food was delicious and the staff were respectful and eager to serve. Also we loved the restaurant setting

Date of visit: February 2023
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Mgr, Manager at CJ's Koinange, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Hi ! we sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share with us your experience at CJ's - Koinange. On behalf of our entire team, thank you for allowing us to serve you. Thank you, have a wonderful day !

Reviewed 15 February 2023 via mobile

Prices of the food are definitely affordable. The meal was scrumptious and it's always my go to restaurant coz of their working hours. Also great customer serviceMore

Date of visit: February 2023
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Mgr, Manager at CJ's Koinange, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Thank you for your kind words ! we are grateful for your feedback. It’s our pleasure to provide the best possible service to our guests, and we’re glad that this commitment was reflected in your visit. We look forward to serve you again. Have a...More

Reviewed 15 February 2023 via mobile

I like it .... Twaz really awesome....thanks for your service I'd recommend this place for y'all 😉.

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 14 February 2023 via mobile

Our first time at CJ’s while visiting Nairobi and it was fantastic. Great food and amazing service. Clinton was superb. Thank you guys so much!

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 11 February 2023

The service (thanks Bridget) was amazing and to saw that the food was great is an understatement . The servings are also huge , great for sharing or big groupsMore

Date of visit: February 2023
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Mgr, Manager at CJ's Koinange, responded to this reviewResponded 12 February 2023

Thanks so much for sharing your feedback about our Service. We are glad to hear that our team's performance exceeded your expectations, and we'll make sure that our teammate "Bridget" and the whole team receives the recognition they deserve. Thank you again, have a great...More

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Nasra M
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I have no idea about employment opportunities at CJs
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Kayllah V
14 December 2021|
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Hi, Yes, we do have open positions for: Barista, Sous Chef CDP, Commi 1, 2 & 3, Waiters & Waitresses. Visit our website to apply. PLEASE NOTE that we do not ask for payment of any kind, including COVID-19 test costs from... More
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Hi Moureen, unfortunately we do not have any open vacancies at the moment.
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Yes, CJ's Koinange offers takeaway services.

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CJ's Koinange is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5