Terms & Conditions

Please read these terms carefully before making a reservation at Bute 5 Star Restaurant. These terms govern your use of our services.

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1. Reservation Policy

1.1 Booking Requirements

  • Reservations can be made online, by phone, or in person
  • Minimum reservation time is 2 hours before dining
  • For same-day reservations, please call +254 721 237 883
  • We hold tables for 15 minutes after the reservation time

1.2 Group Bookings

  • Groups of 8+ require 24-hour advance notice
  • Groups of 12+ require a 50% deposit
  • Private room bookings require 48-hour confirmation
  • Maximum group size: 20 people

1.3 Special Requests

  • Special requests are accommodated based on availability
  • Dietary restrictions must be communicated at time of booking
  • Decoration requests may incur additional charges
  • Special menus require 48-hour notice

Note: We recommend booking at least 3 days in advance for weekend reservations and 7 days in advance for special occasions.

2. Cancellation Policy

2.1 Standard Cancellations

  • Free cancellation up to 2 hours before reservation time
  • Cancellations within 2 hours incur a KES 500 fee per person
  • No-shows will be charged KES 1,000 per person
  • Late arrivals may result in table forfeiture

2.2 Group Cancellations

  • Groups of 8+: 24-hour notice required for free cancellation
  • Groups of 12+: 50% deposit is non-refundable within 24 hours
  • Private events: 72-hour notice required for full refund

2.3 Special Occasion Cancellations

  • Birthday/Anniversary packages: 48-hour notice required
  • Custom menus: 72-hour notice for full refund
  • Decorations: Non-refundable if cancelled within 24 hours

Important: Cancellation fees are charged to the credit card provided at the time of booking. If you need to cancel, please call us directly for immediate processing.

3. Pricing Policy

3.1 Menu Pricing

  • All prices are in Kenyan Shillings (KES) unless stated otherwise
  • Prices are subject to change without prior notice
  • Menu items are subject to availability
  • Seasonal menus may have different pricing

3.2 Additional Charges

Service Charge Notes
Cake Cutting Fee KES 300 For outside cakes only
Corkage Fee KES 1,000 Per bottle of outside wine
Special Decoration KES 2,000+ Based on requirements
Private Room KES 5,000 Minimum 3 hours
Valet Parking Free For dining guests only

3.3 Taxes and Service Charges

  • 16% VAT included in all prices
  • 10% service charge added to final bill
  • Credit card payments: 3% processing fee
  • Corporate bookings: Tax invoice provided

4. Dining Policy

4.1 Dress Code

  • Smart casual attire required
  • No beachwear, athletic wear, or flip-flops
  • Business casual recommended for dinner
  • Management reserves right to refuse entry based on attire

4.2 Conduct Policy

  • Respectful behavior required at all times
  • No smoking or vaping indoors
  • Children must be supervised by adults
  • Photography for personal use only

4.3 Allergies & Dietary Restrictions

  • Notify staff of any allergies when ordering
  • We cannot guarantee allergen-free environment
  • Vegetarian and halal options available
  • Customization may incur additional charges

4.4 Time Limitations

  • Standard dining: 2-hour table allocation
  • Groups of 6+: 2.5-hour allocation
  • Private events: 3-hour minimum
  • Extensions subject to availability and additional charges

5. Privacy Policy

5.1 Data Collection

  • We collect: Name, contact details, dining preferences
  • Payment information is encrypted and secure
  • Reservation history stored for service improvement
  • Marketing communications are opt-in only

5.2 Data Usage

  • Personal data used for reservation management only
  • No data shared with third parties without consent
  • You can request data deletion at any time
  • Security measures protect your information

5.3 Cookies

  • Essential cookies for website functionality
  • Analytics cookies to improve user experience
  • Marketing cookies only with user consent
  • Cookie preferences can be managed in browser settings

6. Contact Information

6.1 Restaurant Contact

  • Address: Bute Town Center, Wajir County, Kenya
  • Phone: +254 721 237 883
  • Email: reservations@bute5star.com
  • Hours: 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM Daily

6.2 Management Contact

  • General Manager: Ahmed Ali
  • Events Manager: Available upon request
  • Complaints: manager@bute5star.com
  • Response Time: 24-48 hours

For urgent matters, please call us directly. Email responses may take 24-48 hours.

Last Updated: December 31, 2023 | Version 2.0