“Chandarana is my go-to for quality groceries. The cheese counter at Village Market is outstanding — you won’t find that selection anywhere else in Kenya. Their in-house bread is also freshly baked and delicious every time.”

“The wine selection at Chandarana is unbeatable in Kenya. They carry labels you simply cannot find at other supermarkets. Staff are knowledgeable and always ready to recommend. Worth every shilling.”

“I have been shopping at Chandarana since the Highridge days. The quality is always consistent and they carry imported products you cannot find elsewhere. Slightly pricier than mainstream supermarkets but completely worth it.”

“The Lavington branch is perfectly located and always well stocked. Fresh produce is top quality, the bakery smells amazing every morning, and checkout is fast. Chandarana is simply the best premium supermarket in Nairobi.”

When was Chandarana Foodplus founded?

Chandarana Foodplus entered the supermarket business in 1959 with a small grocery store at Highridge Shopping Centre in Parklands, Nairobi. It was founded by the late entrepreneur Shantilal Mulji Thakkar and has grown into a chain of 29 branches.

How many Chandarana branches are there in Kenya?

Chandarana Foodplus currently operates 29 branches across Kenya, with locations in Nairobi, Mombasa (Nyali, Changamwe, Diani), Kisumu, Eldoret, Nakuru, Naivasha, and Nanyuki. More branches are in the pipeline.

Does Chandarana Foodplus offer online shopping?

Yes. Chandarana Foodplus offers online shopping at foodplus.co.ke. Customers can browse products, place orders, and arrange delivery from their nearest branch.

What makes Chandarana Foodplus different from other supermarkets?

Chandarana is Kenya's premier niche supermarket known for its premium product range — particularly its unmatched selection of imported cheeses, fine wines and spirits from around the world, fresh in-house bakery, delicatessen counter, and specialty food items not available elsewhere in Kenya.

How do I contact Chandarana Foodplus?

You can reach Chandarana head office on +254 020 888 999, contact them via their website at foodplus.co.ke, or reach them on Facebook and Twitter. For branch-specific enquiries, visit foodplus.co.ke/our-branches for individual branch contacts.

Is Chandarana Foodplus a Kenyan company?

Yes. Chandarana Foodplus is an independent, privately-owned Kenyan family business. It has been Kenyan-owned and operated since its founding in 1959 and remains one of the few fully Kenyan-owned premium retail chains in the country.