About Thyme Restaurant Menu
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Soups
A hearty and flavorful soup made with sweet potatoes, butternut squash, and ginger, blended until smooth.
This rich and smooth soup of ripened tomatoes slow-roasted with onions and garlic to add a depth of flavour is served with a cheese toast dipper
A spicy and aromatic soup made with chicken, coconut milk, lemongrass, and noodles, popular in southeast asian cuisine. (Gluten Free)
Desserts
A colourful symphony of berries and exotic fresh fruit cuts drizzled with natural honey and black poppy seeds
Can’t decide on which dessert to order? Try this sampler selection of three of our most popular desserts….Banoffee pie, chocolate brownie and strawberry cheesecake.
Our version of this classic Thai dessert is made with ‘forbidden black rice’ and ticks ALL the boxes as it is not only vegan friendly, but also nut free, gluten free and lactose free!
This plant-based version of the classic dessert of vanilla and coconut cake with a pineapple ring and maraschino cherry served with vegan friendly salted caramel sauce and coconut and lime gelato is guaranteed to evoke childhood memories
A warm, gooey chocolate brownie with macadamia nut pieces topped with a scoopof vanilla ice cream and drizzled with fudge sauce
Our version of a new york style cheesecake features a traditional digestive biscuit base and a rich cream-cheese filling baked to perfection and topped with fresh, juicy strawberries and home-made strawberry sauce.
About Thyme’s most famous wicked indulgence, an old-fashioned sticky date pudding served piping hot, smothered with thick toffee sauce with walnuts and a scoop of vanilla ice-cream.
Main Course
Tofu 'steak' with a sticky, sweet and savoury teriyaki glazeserved with forbidden black rice and chili/ginger pak-choi
Pumpkin and amaretti filled tortellini in a creamy sage and butter sauce, finished with amaretti biscuit crumbs and parmesan cheese and served with garden salad.
Golden fried salmon fillet in a flavourful and aromatic lemon and garlic butter sauce.Served with pearl barley pilaf and roasted vegetables.
smoky paprika, cumin and lemon roasted cauliflower, red onions and chickpeas. with caramelized onion hummus, pomegranate gremolata and toasted pita bread
Boneless chicken breast pieces in a spicy, double onion curry sauce. Served with coriander and lime scented rice, papadam and mango chutney.
Marinated grilled king prawns in a swahili style coconut curry sauce. Served with ‘kachumbari’ and chapati.
Comfort food at its best…..cubes of chicken breast in a creamy tarragon sauce with leeks and peas topped with a flaky, house-made all butter puff pastry lid. Served with sautéed new potatoes and garden salad.
Served with crispy potato wedges and garden salad
Served with crispy potato wedges and garden salad.
Served with garden salad.
charcoal grilled Aubergine parcels of tomato, feta oregano, and mint. Drizzled with sun-dried tomato dressing and served with roasted vegetable couscous and tzatziki.
This signature mediterranean lamb dish is a delight to the senses…..minced lamb cooked in a tomato based sauce, layered with aubergine and béchamel sauce, topped with cheese and baked to perfection. Served with crispy potato wedges and greek salad.
Nairobi Burger Week Promo
Get 2 burgers accompanied with fries and coleslaw at a discounted price of Ksh. 2500, handcrafted with passion and bursting with flavour
Starters And Small Plates
This delicious creamy chickpea dip is enhanced with caramelised onions to add a depth of flavour and sweetness. Served with toasted pita bread it's the perfect healthy sharing appetiser
Pan-roasted garlic queen prawns with chilli oil, fresh coriander and lemon. Served with rustic sourdough toast (individual portion or sharing pottion).
Individual portion or sharing pottion. Vegetarian
Japanese style fried chicken drizzled with Nanban sauce (Gluten Free)
Sauce Individual portion (2pcs) or sharing potion (5pcs).
Calamari pieces deep fried in a crispy schichimi togarashi (japanese 7 spice) seasoned coating. Served with wasabi mayonnaise (individual portion or sharing pottion).
individual portion or sharing pottion.
This divinely delicious appetiser of naturally sweet roasted balsamic cherry tomatoes perfectly complimented with creamy salty feta cheese and crispy crostini dippers is perfect for sharing
Individual portion or sharing portion.
Individual portion (3pcs) or sharing potion (6pcs).
Japanese style fried oyster mushroom drizzled with Nanban sauce
Sides And Add-Ons
Sweet potatoes seasoned with spices and roasted until caramelized and tender.
Deep-fried rustic potato strips, often served as a side dish. Vegetarian
Cooked beef, typically prepared in a stew or curry.
Onion rings coated in batter and deep-fried until crispy and golden brown.
Two pieces. Unleavened flatbread made from wheat flour, water, salt, and oil, rolled thin and pan-fried.
Nutty pearl barley cooked with vegetables, herbs, and spices for a hearty, wholesome side.
Shredded red cabbage mixed with creamy mayonnaise dressing and a hint of vinegar.
Fresh and crisp salad made with assorted garden vegetables, offering a nutritious and refreshing option.
Couscous mixed with colourful and flavourful ingredients like dried fruits, nuts, and herbs.
A mix of vegetables typically found in Mediterranean cuisine, such as tomatoes, bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli , often roasted or grilled.
Mushrooms cooked quickly in a hot pan with butter or oil until they are golden brown and tender.
Mashed potatoes flavored with herbs such as parsley, chives, or thyme, adding freshness and flavor.
Fragrant rice flavored with lime juice and fresh coriander (cilantro), adding a refreshing twist to a classic side dish.
Nutty black rice cooked with coconut milk, slightly sweet and aromatic.
Fresh baby spinach tossed with crisp apple slices, light vinaigrette, and optional nuts.
Potatoes cut into wedges, seasoned, and baked or fried until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Vegetarian
Tomatoes, onions, cucumber, cilantro, lemon juice, salt, pepper Vegetarian
Succulent and flavorful chicken meat, offering a versatile and tasty protein option.
Avocado
Sliced and cured pork belly, typically fried or grilled until crispy, offering a salty and savory flavor.
Bacon made from beef instead of pork, offering a similar flavor profile but with beef.
Spinach cooked with cream, butter, and spices. Vegetarian
Pak choi (bok choy) stir-fried with ginger and other seasonings, creating a flavorful and healthy side dish.
Salads
Charcoal grilled chicken strips, asparagus, Tender stem broccoli, sugar snap peas, green beans, Baby spinach leaves, caramelized walnut. honey/mustard dressing.
Tender stem broccoli. Avocado. Asparagus. Sugar snap peas. Green Beans. Baby spinach leaves. Salad onions. Caramelized walnuts. Honey mustard Dressing.
Tender stem broccoli. Halloumi. Asparagus. Sugar snap peas. Green Beans. Baby spinach leaves. Salad onions. Caramelized walnuts. Honey mustard Dressing.
poached Queen prawns. Fresh mango. Rice Noodles. ssweetchilli Dressing. Roasted cashew Nuts. crispy shallots. fresh herbs.
Spiced roasted sweet potato, red onion and chickpeas, quinoa, pickled beetroot, avocado, capsicum, Baby spinach leaves, cherry tomatoes, sun flower, pumpkin and chia seeds, goji berries, tahini dressing.
From The Charcoal Grill
Yellowfin tuna steak marinated in honey and soy-sauce, barbequed to your taste and topped with a zesty and colourful mango, chilli and lime salsa. Served with coriander and lime scented rice and stir-fried chilli/ginger pak-choi.
About thyme’s famous pork spare ribs barbequed in a tangy sauce. Served rustic fries and red cabbage coleslaw
Red snapper fillet barbequed to perfection…..simplicity at its best. Served with sautéed new potatoes, mediterranean vegetables and chunky tartar sauce.
Barbequed beef fillet in a creamy black pepper and thyme sauce garnished with battered onion rings. Served with herby mashed potatoes and mediterranean vegetables.
Barbequed paprika, cumin and lemon marinated chicken breast fillet with aji verde (peruvian style green chilli sauce). Served with sautéed new potatoes and mediterranean vegetables.
Charcoal grilled pork loin chops with a herby mozzarella cheese, sage and onion stuffing. Served with house-made apple sauce, herby mashed potatoes and creamed spinach.
Charcoal grilled aged beef burger on a toasted sesame bun with lettuce, tomatoes and gherkins loaded with cheddar cheese, pork bacon or beef bacon and caramelised onions and served with rustic fries and red cabbage coleslaw.
250g new york strip sirloin steak charcoal grilled to your taste and garnished with battered onion rings. Served with crispy potato wedges, mediterranean vegetables and your choice of sauce: pepper and thyme, mushroom with sherry and grain
From a reviewer’s perspective, the menu at About Thyme Restaurant on Eldama Ravine Rd in Nairobi presents a well-curated blend of comfort and creativity across multiple courses. The soups stand out with options like Sweet Potato, Butternut And Ginger Soup, Roasted Tomato Soup, Spicy Chicken, and Coconut And Lemongrass Noodle Soup, each suggesting layered, aromatic flavours. Dessert offerings continue this inventive tone with items such as Exotic Fruit Platter, About Thyme Dessert, Coconut Black Rice Pudding With Mango, Vegan Retro Pineapple Upside Down Pudding, and Wicked Chocolate Brownie, giving both indulgent and lighter finishes. The mains reflect a balance of global influences, including Teriyaki Tofu, Pumpkin And Amaretti Tortellini, Pan Seared Salmon With Garlic Butter Paprika Roasted Cauliflower, and Chicken Dopiaza, alongside a Burger Week Promo option that adds a casual, promotional twist. Starters and small plates further enhance the variety with Caramelised Onion Hummus Dip, Garlic And Chilli Prawns, Golden Sweet Corn Fritters, Chicken Karaage, and Duck Spring Rolls With Oriental Dipping. The sides selection remains simple yet complementary, featuring Spiced Roasted Sweet Potato, Red Onion And Chick Peas, Rustic Fries, Beef Battered Onion Rings, and Chapati. Salads feel particularly fresh and diverse, ranging from Green Vegetable Salad With Chicken Charcoal, Green Vegetable Salad With Avocado, and Green Vegetable Salad With Pan-Fried Halloumi, to Prawn And Mango Noodle Salad and Rainbow Buddha Bowl With Tahini Dressing. Finally, the charcoal grill section delivers hearty, smoky highlights such as Tuna Steak With Fresh Mango Salsa, Barbequed Spare Ribs, Simple Snapper About Thyme Pepper Steak, and Paprika And Lemon Chicken Breast, rounding off a menu that feels both globally inspired and thoughtfully assembled.