Non Solo Pane

The bakery that proves Watamu's Italian DNA runs deep. Non Solo Pane ("Not Just Bread") is a proper Italian bakery and café on Jacaranda Road that has quietly become one of the most-loved food spots in town. Rated 4.6 on Google with nearly 200 reviews, it punches well above its weight — baking fresh bread from 6:30 AM and serving food that crosses Italian, Indian, African, and Mediterranean traditions without blinking.

The Bread & Pastries

Fresh-baked bread every morning: crusty Italian loaves, soft brown bread, and milk rolls that sell out by noon. Croissants that are genuinely flaky. The Cannoli Siciliani and homemade tiramisu are dangerously good. They also do custom cakes for birthdays, anniversaries, and celebrations — order 48 hours ahead.

The Food

This is where it gets interesting. The menu reads like a cultural crossroads: cannelloni and pasta sit alongside masala chai and chapati. The signature Gioias sandwich (ask for it — locals know) is legendary. Classic burgers, chicken sandwiches, and fresh fruit bowls with yogurt for lighter appetites. The portions are generous and the prices are fair — reviewers note they "expected items to be more expensive."

Practical Info

Open Tuesday – Saturday 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM, Sunday 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Closed Mondays. Located on Jacaranda Road with free parking. Reservations accepted. Full bar with wine and beer. Indoor and outdoor seating. Phone: +254 710 319603. Follow @naturalmentepanewatamu on Instagram.