A Vegetarians Delight – Li's Chinese Restaurant

Vegetarian Indo-Chinese Comfort Food At Li’s Chinese Gigiri Over the past year Li’s Chinese Restaurant Gigiri has grown to become one of the favourite highlights on Nairobi’s avid dining scene, as the popular go-to restaurant for extraordinary Indo-Chinese cuisine in the capital. But when we delve deeper, there is no surprise why. There are only a few eateries that top our personal favourites for serving-up great comfort food, but even fewer of these restaurants that really make an effort to offer diners an array of vegetarian options too. This can put you in a bit pickle sometimes, especially if you’re vegan, or people in your group are, and there’s barely 3 to 5 dishes to choose from. Well this certainly isn’t the case at Li’s Chinese Gigiri, where you’ll find a well-thought-out and extensive selection of sumptuous vegetarian specials – so good, that they’ll simply leave you wanting more. From the use of only the freshest choice ingredients and produce from around Kenya supplied to the restaurant daily, to unforgettable dishes that have been constantly refined before being added onto their menus, and a formidable restaurant management team that caters to every diners need, you’re in a for a fabulous treat. So the next time, you’re looking for a restaurant to enjoy a great vegetarian meal look no further – make it one to remember like we did, only at Li’s Chinese.

Before We Dive Into The Extensive Menu, What’s It Like?

With a reputation equally built on the taste of their food, and their ability to create truly warm, relaxed and functional spaces, Li’s Gigiri surely sets the tone when it comes to dining atmosphere and ambience. In the interiors you’ll find traditional and soothing Chinese red’s and white’s, which signify luck, joy, and happiness. [caption id="attachment_57338" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]

A Cross-Section of Table Seating & Set-Ups Inside[/caption] For lunches, early evening dinners, or when you want a more romantic and close-knit setting for the two of you, we highly recommend Li’s Terraces [caption id="attachment_57361" align="aligncenter" width="1536"]

Terrace Dining At Li’s Chinese[/caption] If you’re looking for something a little more private but still within the main dining area, try the Semi-Private VIP Dining room that is great for groups. But do make sure you book in advance, as this is extremely popular with guests. [caption id="attachment_57349" align="aligncenter" width="1536"]

Semi-Private VIP Dining At Li’s Gigiri[/caption] If you’re looking to go completely private, behind closed doors, in your own room, with dedicated service team (especially ideal for private get-togethers, birthdays and celebrations), Li’s Chinese Restaurant Gigiri also offers 2 Private VIP Rooms that can hold upto 19 persons each with a combined capacity of 40pax. [caption id="attachment_57354" align="aligncenter" width="1157"]

The Private VIP Rooms At Li’s Gigiri[/caption]

An Extensive Range Of Vegetarian Dishes To Choose From

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Paneer With Chilli Garlic Sauce[/caption] FOR STARTERS & SOUPS As you peruse through the appetizer section of your menu you’re hit by deliciousness in every direction, and yes although Li’s legendary appetizers, starters and soups do make it very difficult to choose one over the other – no meal is complete without them. Worry not, simply sit back as your server is guaranteed to name some options that’ll truly satisfy your cravings. Here’s just some of what we tried and loved, including; the Sweet Corn Soup, the Vegetable Wonton Soup, the Tom Yum Vegetable Soup, the Vegetable Spring Rolls, the Deep Fried Baby Corn, the Paneer Satay, the Salt & Pepper Lady Fingers and their famous Moshi Moshi (Shredded vegetables served with Pancakes, Spring onion, Cucumber & Hoisin sauce). [caption id="attachment_57381" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]

Li’s Legendary Vegetable Spring Rolls[/caption] [caption id="attachment_57384" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]

Salt & Pepper Lady Fingers[/caption] [gallery ids="57387,57383,57397"] FOR MAIN COURSES After appetizers, it’s onto a sumptuous range of wholesome main courses. Again the choices are endless here, but here’s just some of what we dabbled in; the Tofu in Black Bean Sauce, the Garlic Broccoli, the Chilli Garlic French Beans, the Vegetable Manchurian and the Sizzling Mixed Vegetables. These go perfectly with side dishes like the Vegetable Fried Noodles, the Plain Fried Rice and Vegetable Fried Rice. [caption id="attachment_57405" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]

Chilli Garlic French Beans[/caption] [caption id="attachment_57407" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]

Tofu in Black Bean Sauce[/caption] [caption id="attachment_57403" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]

The Garlic Broccoli [/caption] [gallery columns="4" ids="57414,57412,57411,57410"] FOR DESSERT & DRINKS Crown your meals with classic desserts, like the delicious Date Pancakes, the Banana Fritters, and the Lychee’s (with a scoop of Ice-Cream). Li’s also offers a spectacular array of cocktails, mocktails, fine wines and more.