A bookshop, café and lending library in Gigiri

Come for the espresso, stay for the stories. Five years of hand-picked books, coffee roasted to our own profile, and a quiet corner to sit in.

Gigiri Courtyard, Gigiri Lane, NairobiMon–Wed 8am–8pm · Thu–Fri 8am–9pm · Sat–Sun 9am–9pmGet directions

Three things under one roof

Books to keep, coffee to sit with, and a library to borrow from.

Fiction, non-fiction and children’s books, chosen one at a time. New arrivals most weeks.

Espresso roasted to our own profile, pastries in the morning, and shelves within reach of every table.

The library came first — five years of hand-picked fiction and non-fiction, still growing. Members borrow from the whole collection.

a few we're pressing on people right now

Readings, book launches, art openings and community nights, hosted in the café and the gallery.

Next: Book Club, Saturday 12 September, 10am–12pm — A History of Burning by Janika Oza. KSh 1,100 per person.

Every Sunday: brewing class with our baristas, 10am–12pm. KSh 1,500 per person.

Sign-up and payment in advance are essential for all events.