How to Order Office Lunch in Nairobi Without the Stress

Why office lunch needs a plan

Whether it is a monthly team lunch, a client meeting or a long workshop day, food sets the mood. A hungry room loses focus, and a messy order can turn the person in charge into the office complaints desk. A little planning makes the whole thing easy.

Step 1: Confirm your headcount

Start with a firm number, then add a small buffer. People bring guests, a colleague turns up from another branch, or someone who said no changes their mind.

• Ask for RSVPs by a set time the day before
• Add one or two extra portions for every ten people
• Note who is working remotely so you do not over-order

Step 2: Ask about dietary needs early

A quick message to the team saves awkward moments later. Ask whether anyone:

• Does not eat meat, or avoids beef, pork or chicken
• Has a food allergy they need you to know about
• Is fasting, or prefers a lighter meal

If someone has a serious allergy, contact the kitchen directly before ordering so you can ask about ingredients. Never guess.

Step 3: Set a budget per head

Decide what you can spend per person in KES, then build the order around it. Mixing a few hearty dishes with lighter sides usually stretches a budget further than ordering one expensive main for everyone. Remember to check delivery charges on our delivery page and include them in your total.

Step 4: Choose dishes that travel and share well

Some food is simply better for a meeting room. Good choices tend to be dishes that stay tasty at room temperature for a while and are easy to serve.

• Rice and pilau dishes: filling, easy to portion and popular with most people
• Local classics: familiar comfort food that suits a mixed group
• Grills and choma: great for celebrations and team wins
• Family platters: a simple way to cover a group with one order
• Drinks: easy to forget, so add them at the start

Try to offer at least one meat-free option, even if nobody has asked for it.

Step 5: Get the timing right

Order well ahead of when people actually want to eat, especially around the lunchtime rush. If your meeting runs to a tight schedule, plan for the food to arrive a little before the break rather than during it. Check our delivery information for areas we cover.

Step 6: Think about serving

A few small details make a big difference on the day:

• Clear a table before the food arrives
• Have serviettes, cutlery and cups ready
• Set out bins for packaging so the room stays tidy
• Put meat-free dishes at one end so they are easy to find

Ordering in bulk regularly?

If your business orders lunch every week, or you run a café or event that needs food in volume, it is worth setting up a regular routine: the same day, a rotating menu and an agreed headcount. It saves time and keeps everyone looking forward to lunch day.

Ready to feed the team?

Browse our rice and pilau, local classics, grills and family platters, then build your office order in a few minutes. Explore the menu and give your team something to look forward to.