Open Garden Hospitality
Mtwapa's Best Nyama Choma
Open Garden Hospitality
Freshly roasted goat & beef, cold drinks, and open-air garden seating right on the Mombasa–Malindi Highway.
About Us
More Than Just a Restaurant
Since opening our doors, Choma Zone Mtwapa Palms has become the coast's premier destination for authentic charcoal-grilled meats and unforgettable open-air dining.
Since opening our doors, Choma Zone Mtwapa Palms has become the coast's premier destination for authentic charcoal-grilled meats and unforgettable open-air dining.
Set within a lush, expansive garden, our venue combines the relaxed coastal breeze with the irresistible aroma of slowly roasting nyama choma. Whether you're stopping by for a quick lunch, celebrating a milestone, or unwinding with sundowners, we provide the perfect backdrop.
🔥 Fresh off the charcoal grill
Garden Setting
Lush makuti-roof pavilions, palm trees, and open-air dining under the coastal sky.
Secure Parking
Ample parking for families, travelers, and event guests — right on the highway.
Family Play Area
Fully equipped, supervised children's playground — safe fun while you unwind.
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Years Serving Mtwapa
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Parking Spaces
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Happy Choma Lovers
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Life at Choma Zone
Take a look at our open garden seating, charcoal grills, kids' playground, and real moments shared with our guests.
Events & Celebrations
Host Your Event With Us
Planning a birthday party, graduation, family gathering, or company get-together? We have open garden spaces and custom choma platters ready for your group.
Birthday Party
Celebrate in our lush garden with choma, music, and space for everyone.
Birthday Party
Celebrate in our lush garden with choma, music, and space for everyone.
Baby Shower
A beautiful outdoor setting for welcoming the little one.
Baby Shower
A beautiful outdoor setting for welcoming the little one.
Graduation Party
Mark the milestone with great food and a lively atmosphere.
Graduation Party
Mark the milestone with great food and a lively atmosphere.
Wedding Photoshoot
Golden-hour garden backdrops — makuti, palms, and the iconic sign.
Wedding Photoshoot
Golden-hour garden backdrops — makuti, palms, and the iconic sign.
Mbuzi Choma Party
The ultimate goat-roast celebration for your crew.
Mbuzi Choma Party
The ultimate goat-roast celebration for your crew.
Family Fun Day
Themed entertainment for all ages in our supervised playground.
Family Fun Day
Themed entertainment for all ages in our supervised playground.
Corporate Event
Luncheons, dinners, and end-of-year parties done right.
Corporate Event
Luncheons, dinners, and end-of-year parties done right.
Business Meeting
Relaxed garden setting for productive gatherings.
Business Meeting
Relaxed garden setting for productive gatherings.
Family Gathering
Reunions, celebrations, and Sunday lunch with the whole clan.
Family Gathering
Reunions, celebrations, and Sunday lunch with the whole clan.
Holiday Fun Activities
Seasonal events and school-holiday entertainment.
Holiday Fun Activities
Seasonal events and school-holiday entertainment.
Plan Your Event
Tell us about your celebration and we'll get back to you quickly. For faster response, WhatsApp us directly.
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Family Fun Day
Every Sunday is Family Fun Day at Choma Zone. Enjoy live entertainment, face painting, and our dedicated kids' play area while you relax with friends.
Fenced & Secure
Our playground is fully fenced so you can eat and relax without worrying about the kids.
Fun for All Ages
Slides, swings, and open space. From toddlers to older kids — there's room to run around.
Sunday Family Days
Every Sunday we have special family deals, kids' activities, and live entertainment.
Just Passing Through?
The Perfect Stopover
Traveling along the Mombasa-Malindi highway? Pull into our secure, spacious parking for a refreshing break, great food, and clean facilities.
Evenings & Bar
Drinks & Evening Entertainment
As evening sets in over Mtwapa, enjoy our daily happy hour deals, live Rhumba & Mugithi nights, resident DJs, and cold drinks in the garden.
Happy Hour
Happy Hour daily 4PM - 7PM. Buy one get one on selected beers & cocktails.
What's On This Week
Sunday Family Fun Day
Sunday
Live entertainment, kids activities, and special menu deals.
Rhumba Night
Friday
Live band playing your favourite Rhumba hits.
Mugithi Night
Saturday
Kikuyu benga and Mugithi — dance till late.
DJ Weekend Sets
Saturday
Resident DJ spinning Afrobeats, Bongo, and coastal vibes.
Sunday Family Fun Day
Sunday
Live entertainment, kids activities, and special menu deals.
Rhumba Night
Friday
Live band playing your favourite Rhumba hits.
Mugithi Night
Saturday
Kikuyu benga and Mugithi — dance till late.
DJ Weekend Sets
Saturday
Resident DJ spinning Afrobeats, Bongo, and coastal vibes.
Reviews
What People Say About Us
“I enjoyed your services!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!”
Peter
Connect With Us
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Check out our latest photos, upcoming weekend events, and real moments from Choma Zone Mtwapa Palms.
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Our iconic spot on the Mombasa–Malindi Highway. Swing by — you can't miss us! 📍
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Maskani with a cold drink 🍺 Great choma. Great friends. Great evenings. That's the vibe!
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The perfect weekend family vibes 🧡 Food. Fun. Family. Memories that last!
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The ambience & the hideout 💛 Perfect for couples, girlies & meetups. Come for the food, stay for the experience!
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Your perfect photoshoot location 📸 Beautiful spaces. Stylish ambience. Natural backdrops. Every shot, every angle — unforgettable!
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An open garden restaurant, bar & choma zone. Experience open-garden hospitality as you enjoy delicious meals 🔥
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Where to Find Us
We're on the Mombasa–Malindi Highway
Opposite Galana Petrol Station in Mtwapa. Easy to spot — look for our big garden, the I ❤️ MTWAPA sign, and plenty of parking.
Address
Mombasa-Malindi Highway, Mtwapa, opposite Galana Petrol Station
Opening Hours
Mon – Fri: 10:00 - 23:00
Sat – Sun: 08:00 - late