Express Kitchen Ltd, the powerhouse behind Chicken Cottage and Papa John’s Pizza, has launched its 8th Chicken Cottage branch in Kasarani, Nairobi. This marks the 16th store in the Express Kitchen family, reinforcing its commitment to serving Kenya’s fast-growing urban population with high-quality, culturally relevant cuisine.
Strategically partnered with Hass Petroleum, the new Kasarani outlet aims to serve over 800,000 residents, with a special focus on families, the youth, young professionals seeking flavorful, affordable meals in a modern setting.
A Growing Culinary Empire
Express Kitchen’s dual-brand portfolio Chicken Cottage and Papa John’s Pizza continues to redefine the urban food experience in Kenya. The Kasarani branch is a testament to the company’s rapid growth and its ability to meet the evolving tastes of Nairobi’s suburbs.
“This is our 8th Chicken Cottage branch since 2024 and our 16th store overall. We’re proud of how far we’ve come and excited to keep expanding our footprint across Kenya,” said the Director, Abdirashid Jabane, of Express Kitchen.
“We are a locally owned company dedicated to serving our community by providing high-quality meals at affordable prices,” added
Creating Jobs, Empowering Youth
With youth unemployment at 12% (KNBS, 2024), Express Kitchen is playing a vital role in job creation. The company employs nearly 200+ Kenyans across its Nairobi and Narok outlets and plans to grow this number as it scales up.
A Strategic Alliance with Hass Petroleum
The partnership with Hass Petroleum which operates 38 retail stations in Kenya and over 150 across nine countries has been instrumental in reaching motorists and urban consumers. The Kasarani outlet is located at a Hass Petroleum station along Kasarani – Mwiki Road, offering convenience for customers fueling and grabbing a bite.
“The opening of Chicken Cottage at Hass Kasarani marks a key milestone in our vision to create holistic, family-friendly destinations across the country. We are proud to host the 8th Chicken Cottage branch in Kenya and the second one at a Hass service station following last year’s successful addition in Narok. Chicken Cottage’s high-quality offerings and forward-thinking ethos perfectly align with our commitment to providing convenient, enjoyable experiences for our customers,”Mohamud Salat ,Chief Executive Officer Hass Group
Delivery at Your Doorstep
To complement its physical presence, Chicken Cottage Kasarani offers delivery services via Glovo, Uber Eats, and Bolt Food, ensuring customers can enjoy their favorite meals wherever they are.
We’re making our food accessible both in-store and online. Whether you’re at home or on the move, Chicken Cottage is just a click away.
About Express Kitchen
Express Kitchen is a leading food service company in Kenya, operating Chicken Cottage and Papa John’s Pizza. With 16 stores and counting, it continues to shape the future of urban dining in East Africa.
About Hass Petroleum
Hass Petroleum is a regional oil marketing company with operations in nine countries across Africa and the Middle East. Its retail network includes over 150 stations, with 38 outlets in Kenya offering fuel, convenience, and now great food.