Food is great !!! Like walking into Ghana , great service and friendly people as long u don't…read morebombarde them with rude cameras

I finally made my way to Akwaaba -- a place of welcome in Brooklyn!…read more I was craving Jollof rice while returning from my Sunday errands, so I decided it was time to stop by. From the moment I arrived, the owner made me feel welcome and took my takeout order. As I waited for my meal to be prepared, I enjoyed the sounds of vibrant Ghanaian music playing in the background. And the food? An amazing feast! Jollof rice, fish, and vegetables -- a delicious meal that did not disappoint. When I got home, I realized I had plenty to enjoy now and later. Yum!!! Akwaaba definitely lived up to its name. I'll be back again + again!

Great wonderful food Clean food if you are trying to stay…read moreaway from meat or dairy but still want a great meal Wonderful service from the owner, very friendly and cozy environment as a local business Definitely would recommend to the neighbor Get desert from Island Pop up the same sidewalk after your meal

I came on a rainy day right at 11:30am when they open, and the owner was still getting things ready…read morebut kindly offered to rush my veggie sandwich order. Unfortunately that meant the bread got the microwave treatment instead of proper defrosting and toasting. If you've ever tried microwaved frozen bread, you know the texture I'm describing. The crispy honey bean (akara) burger itself was quite tasty. The patty had a crispy exterior and creamy bean paste interior, dressed up with vegan cheese, mayo, lettuce, tomato, and pickles. It's a nice alternative for vegetarians who dislike fake meat substitutes. They don't purport the beans taste like anything but beans. The jollof rice completed the meal. It had a rich tomato base with great depth of flavor that made everything feel more substantial. The owner was genuinely sweet about the whole rushed situation, and based on reviews, I know this is the kind of place that shines under normal circumstances. This is primarily a takeout spot with a few high-top tables by the window if you want to eat in. I'd definitely give it another shot during regular operating hours when they're not scrambling to accommodate early birds.

Hot damn! I mean it too!…read more This one some of the spiciest Joilof rices I've ever had. The flavors were fantastic, but my goodness was it spicy! I mean, there should be a caution sign for sure, especially for wimps like me. The Efo (spinach) was delicious and I really enjoyed my Zobo. Zobo is basically a sweetened hibiscus drink with a lot of health benefits. It was truly refreshing and I can't wait to have it in the summer. The portions were incredibly generous and flavorful, but I had to dock a star for that rice being so hot that I couldn't finish my food. I'd definitely dial it back a notch for the weak Americans like myself. Overall, a major stamp of approval! This is definitely a wonderful restaurant to visit if you are new to African cuisine or just looking for a filling delicious meal. Highly recommend!

I got egusi with mixed meat, as that was the only egusi option for delivery. Mixed meat is my…read morefavorite way to enjoy egusi, but I try to be careful where I get it due to the need for everything to be cleaned super well since it usually includes things like tripe. WELP! Long story short, my food smelled and tasted like poop. POOP! I had to throw the whole thing away, I was so disappointed. PLEASE AVOID AT ALL COSTS!

they serve ethiopian beer & have happy hours! ask about the specials!…read more great spot, HUGE portions. keep that in mind, please share with your guests. everything is reasonably priced too. good service. for an app we got the chicken Sambusa. this was good, but i wanted more! spice level - be careful. they also give plenty of Injera for the table to share, besides what your food is served on. end or begin your meal with one of the teas. they will not disaapoint.

It's been awhile since I've tried Ghenet. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality and quantity…read morethis past week. The injera bread was very fresh and delicious. I always get a combination dinner. This time I tried the Siga Wett beef stew with Ethiopian spices - very delicious! Spicy but not too spicy. Ethiopian food can be addictive, years ago I was definitely into eating a lot of Ethiopian. New York City has some great Ethiopian. If I were a tourist here, it would be on my list under "things to try." Or at least to try once ! I also had 2 vegetarian dishes - the Shiro Wett and the Messir Wett. The Shiro was made with beans. The Mesir was made with lentils. I've had the Shiro and Mesir Watt many times before - both at Ghenet as well as other Ethiopian restaurants (Awash Ethiopian on the upper west side). I think Ghenet has some of the most flavorful dishes in the city. They don't overdo it - just the right amount of spicy hotness. Overall, my favorite dish from the combination platter was the Shiro Wett. It had a light touch of smokiness that went really well with the beans. Very filling and delicious with the injera. I wish they offered fitfit salad - the menu has Ethiopian tomato salad but there are no photos of it on the online menu. There are photos of some of the other menu items but not all. I think they'd sell more stuff if there were photos since not everyone is familiar with all of the various dishes. Just a thought.

Would 100% recommend a reservation, this place is popular and for good reason. The service is…read moregreat, and we came on a nice sunny day so we were able to enjoy an indoor outdoor eating environment. We really enjoyed the Thiebou Jen, while the fish had some bones they were manageable and the flavors were on point. The dish does come with a pepper on the side, but beware she is a heavy hitter and not for the faint of heart. So happy we had the plantains as well, they were a perfect compliment to this main dish. Cocktail was the Last Last, a delightful take on the Last Word and extra points here for the creativity of the name. Had some of the Fataya empanadas as well, next time I want to try the Spicy Potato Nems and a lamb dish.

Came here with a friend on a Saturday afternoon for lunch before meeting up with others at Prospect…read morePark nearby. The reviews looked great and I've never had Senegalese food before so was very excited to try. The restaurant was pretty quiet when we arrived. It was one of those open air restaurants where the exterior walls/windows fully opened to let in fresh air. it was nice to feel like we were dining outside and enjoying the fresh air, but still being seated indoors. The menu looked good and had a bit of everything for everyone. We got the fried calamari and the Thiebou Jen, (which was stewed red snapper & vegetables over jollof rice, and listed as the National plate of Senegal). The red snapper was good, but the portion felt very small given the price. Even the calamari portion felt small given what we paid. The jollof rice was well seasoned as it soaked up all the braised broth and seasoning. There was a spicy sauce that we weren't too privy to and accidentally stirred it in, but it was still tolerable. We ordered beignets for dessert and they were pillowy and soft. The only reason why I gave it 3 stars is because we felt the service was lacking. It felt like we were constantly ignored. When we tried to look around and get the waiter's attention to order or to ask for something, they looked like they were just scrolling on their phones by the bar / kitchen area rather than being attentive. Or when we'd try to get their attention after they tended to the table next to us, they just continued walking past and didn't even acknowledge us or come back shortly to check in. Even getting the check to pay took almost 15 minutes.

Very cute spot with delicious food! Everything we ordered was very tasty. The only downside was…read morethat the music was extremely loud, so it didn't feel like the most intimate place for a date. They also offer hookah, which was a nice touch and added to the overall experience. The drinks were okay. I felt like they could have used a bit more alcohol, as they tasted more like juice than cocktails. That seems to be a trend at a lot of restaurants these days. Overall, the experience was very enjoyable. The atmosphere was cute, the food was excellent, and we had a great time. Thanks for an amazing meal!

Overall, I would give Native 3 out of 5 stars. The ambiance is definitely the highlight. I would…read moregive the atmosphere and decor a 5 out of 5. The space is beautiful, has a great vibe, and the staff was friendly and welcoming. They also offer hookah, which was a plus for us. Parking can be a little challenging since there is no dedicated parking. We had to circle the area a few times before eventually finding street parking, so I would recommend giving yourself a little extra time. We happened to visit on a night when they were hosting an event, and unfortunately, the music was extremely loud. It was difficult to have a conversation or really enjoy the atmosphere, and that was my biggest complaint of the night. I understand that the volume may have been because of the particular event happening that evening, so I would not necessarily judge the restaurant entirely based on that experience. I would definitely give Native another try on a regular night. The ambiance, friendly staff, and hookah make it worth coming back. I would just prefer to visit when the music is at a more comfortable volume.

My friend told me this place has delicious food and she did not lie to me!…read more I had the mafe jeun and the flavors were flavoring! The peanut butter flavor isn't overpowering and the wasn't spicy. I enjoyed the chunks of carrots as much as I did the fish. It's a great combo and a satisfying meal! I tasted some of my friend's meal, the yassa jeun and the onions are delectable!! Overflowing with flavor! I'll try that dish next time! The jollof rice was fantastic! I prefer jollof that isn't smoky and this hit the spot. Good tomato flavor and soft, well-cooked rice. I also got the ginger drink and it's made with for real, real ginger. Like for real, for real! I felt healthy as I drank it! I definitely recommend this place and be patient when you order because the food is worth the wait!

We happened to be in this part of Brooklyn for the concert in a small park by my son's band, and…read morehappened to notice that there was a Senegalese restaurant nearby. Since we've never had Senegalese food, the decision to go there was no brainer. The interior of the restaurant looked like an art gallery, with paintings, carvings, handicrafts and photos from Western Africa. An old man (the owner?) received us. He recommended several vegetarian options for me, but I already had my heart set on the Okra stew. He then asked if I wanted Okra Tofu? I asked him if people in Senegal consumed Tofu? He said no, but customers had requested it, so they put it on the menu. (Who comes to a Senegalese restaurant and asks for Tofu?) I told him to not give me anything outside an authentic Senegalese diet. A few minutes later he came out of the kitchen to tell me that there was not enough okra stew left to form a main dish, but he'd offer whatever was there as a free side dish for me. So I went with his suggestion of Mafe Legumes (vegetables stewed in peanut butter sauce), while husband asked for the Senegalese national dish of Tiebou Jeun (baked fish). For the accompanying starch, I chose Funio, the Western African staple grain (again introduced by this wise old man). We also ordered Nem Legumes - vegetable spring rolls (I'd call them samosas :-)). Husband asked for a ginger drink. The ginger drink tasted like pure ginger juice (sweetened a bit of course) - it would certainly cleanse one's palate and warm one's stomach. The Nem Legumes were nice, but the winner was the stewed tomato dipping sauce that came with them. Our main dishes were served on large dinner plates. The portions were so substantial that I ended up packing half of my stew home, after stuffing myself unusually full already. There were chunks of yam, carrots and cabbage on my plate, flavored in a creamy and well-seasoned peanut butter sauce. But the winner was still the Okra stew - spicy, tangy, tasty. I also stole some Joloff rice off my husband's plate. It was another surprisingly delicious treat! His fish looked like a portion of a big carp, with quite a bit of bones to pick out (we don't mind fish bones, having been well trained in certain Asian cuisines :-)) Our bill, presented by a young waitress, came in a little basked covered by the broad hem of an African lady in a beautiful dress. The old man passed out table and said "oh yes she collects for us." For a meal of one appetizer, two mains, and a drink, the price was super reasonable!

This is our 2nd African restaurant experience and the first Nigerian restaurant and is fantastic!…read moreOur server, a beautiful young lady Aliyah was patient, she explained the different dishes and made great recommendations. We started with the Goat pepper soup, hot, spicy and delicious. Fur my main I had the Tilapia with egusi and ponded yam, hubby had the stew goat with Eba and Efo (cassava and savory spinach). Everything was delicious amazing flavors and textures. For the beverage we had Gunness Malta. The restaurant has nice art on the walls and the vibe is simple low key. I minused one star for the restrooms. It needed to be cleaned.

According to my Nigerian friend, there aren't a lot of authentic Nigerian food in the city but Buka…read moreis one. I was excited to come to this place. It's no frills, seat yourself and order from the QR code. While we each placed orders individually, they end up messing each order and unclear on who ordered what. Not sure how's that's possible. There weren't that many customers in the store that day either. The experience was honestly quite mid.

Service was very attentive and the feast for two was delicious- so flavorful and filling with lots…read moreof different options. The lighting and decor was really pleasant and the atmosphere was very inviting. The only thing i would change is that there wasn't enough complementary injera to finish the whole dish and it was $6 extra to get enough for the meal. Regardless, it was over all a great experience and i would go back!

Five stars - Phenomenal -…read moreMagical - Nostalgic - This place is incredible. From the moment I walked in, their dim lighting set the mood. The food came out incredibly quick, but that was not in sacrifice of the quality. Best Ethiopian food ive ever had. Got the feast for two and it was more than enough. Absolutely delicious. I feel so grateful I got the chance to try this place honestly

I've had Nigerian food my whole life and this place is CORRECT. Okay, so it's far as hell. Lol we…read morecame from Queens and the reviews for other Nigerian food were not so good. So, we made a trek. Thank God we did. My dad was determined to eat isiewu that night. And we were all content. Started with suya, which at $10 was a little overpriced to me but still good. Then a small order of plantain was fried just how I like it (not too ripe). The goat pepper soup serving was so much that we took some to go! And then the isiewu which we took home and ate the next day was worth the $20. Small place that was packed with locals at 9pm, afrobeats in the air, and good food and service. Will definitely be back if I'm in the area.

Best African food in Brooklyn! Hands down- the Pounded Yam and Egusi is so addicting. I'm not…read moreborn eating African food but after I ate here I am in love with Suya and Egusi. Yum yum yum 10 out of 10